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You will be providing advice and guidance on the appropriate procurement processes to key stakeholders and contract managers, ensuring that they are followed compliantly. The role will also be tasked with supporting our aims of transitioning to a category management approach (where feasible) and providing administrative support for key tasks such as spend reporting and purchasing card reconciliations.</p>\n<p><strong>What you will have</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>A degree, or a vocational equivalent with a minimum of 2 years work experience in an office environment or customer facing role</li>\n<li>Excellent communication skills both written and verbal and interpersonal skills</li>\n<li>Proven ability to work autonomously, and prioritise workloads </li>\n<li>A keen eye for detail</li>\n<li>Excellent problem-solving skills, and a collaborative approach and mindset</li>\n<li>A strong desire to achieve professional qualifications</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>What you get in return </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Membership to Local Government Pensions Scheme - Employer contribution 19.7%</strong></li>\n<li><strong>22 Days annual leave increasing to 27 with 5 years' continuous service </strong></li>\n<li><strong>Cycle to Work Scheme </strong></li>\n<li><strong>VDU eye care vouchers </strong></li>\n<li><strong>Invaluable training and development opportunities </strong></li>\n<li><strong>Hybrid Working </strong></li>\n</ul>\n<p>This role will require a blended working approach, with a mix of remote working and office days. 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You would be responsible for SEND administration, supporting the school's inclusion lead, a knowledge of agencies and referral pathways would be desirable.</p>\n\n<p>The role could be split into 2 with one candidate supporting at Mayfield (10 hours per week) and one candidate supporting in Five Ashes (10 hours per week).</p>\n\n<p>Start date is Monday 6<sup>th</sup> January 2025 or as soon as possible after pre-employment checks have been completed. Contract is for Term Time (39 weeks) paid for 44.05.<br>\n </p>\n\n<p>The successful candidate will be:</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li> highly organised, hardworking and pay attention to detail.</li>\n\t<li>able to maintain confidentiality.</li>\n\t<li>able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with wide range of stake holders.</li>\n\t<li>able to build relationships effectively with children with specific needs.</li>\n\t<li>able to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.</li>\n\t<li>able to maintain efficient record keeping systems.</li>\n\t<li>dedicated to making a difference for children with SEND</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p> </p>\n\n<p>The Weald Federation can offer you:</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Friendly and supportive colleagues and the opportunity to work as part of a creative team across the Federation</li>\n\t<li>Support from Executive Heads and CPD opportunities</li>\n\t<li>Pupils who are inquisitive and keen to learn</li>\n\t<li>Supportive parents</li>\n\t<li>The opportunity to work in vibrant schools and communities</li>\n\t<li>Schools situated in areas of natural beauty that enhance our children's learning</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p> </p>\n\n<p>A full job description and an application form can obtained by emailing Mrs Jemma Weller-Bryan. </p>\n\n<p>Please return application forms by email to <a href=\"http://thewealdfederation.org\">frantoffice@thewealdfederation.org</a>. Please note, we are unable to accept CVs.</p>\n\n<p>Interviews will take place on Thursday 28<sup>th</sup> November at Five Ashes School in the afternoon.</p>\n<h2>Additional information</h2><p>\n\n</p>\n\n<p>Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.</p>\n\n<p>Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.</p>\n\n<p> <br>\nThis authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). 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It will develop work with young people that strengthens home and educational placements and reduces risk though building trusted relationship and positive engagement with other services. The project will support young people before, during and after school, improving access to out-of-school activities and promoting the development of personal, social, and relational skills. It will therefore involve significant out-of-hours working, including evenings and weekends. </em></p>\n<p><em> </em></p>\n<p><em>Applicants should have significant experience of working with vulnerable young people, with a range of training and expertise. 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The discharge of these duties must not be to the detriment of the welfare of other road users.<br><br>To carry out the Council’s policy with regard to the SCP Service which includes Health and Safety Procedures.<br><br>To use all uniform and equipment provided for the safety of yourself, children and all other members of the public, especially when stopping traffic on the Highway.<br><br>Maintain control over children who are awaiting your instructions to cross. When children need to cross the road, the post holder will walk to the middle of the road, wait for a gap in traffic and then escort the children across the road.<br><br>Report any problems or difficulties to the Manager of the SCP Service.<br><br>The post holder will report any concerns regarding children’s behaviour to the appropriate person.<br><br>The post holder may be required to write a report about any incidents.<br><br>The post holder will be required to use a stop sign.<br><br>The post holder will be required to communicate with members of the public, and may be exposed to verbal abuse from parents and members of the public.<br><br>There is a need for concentrated sensory attention in short periods.<br><br><strong>In return we offer you: </strong></p>\n<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>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. 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All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change.<br><br><strong>Our organisation: <br><br></strong>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.<br><br>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.<br><br>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> 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.<br><br>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.<br><br><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager please call Leanne Adams on 01634 331743. <br><br></em><strong>Important Information- <br><br></strong><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<br><br>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</strong><br><br>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. 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Further details are available here: - <a href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency. Our declaration fits into our <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan\">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change.<br><br><strong>Our organisation:<br><br></strong>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.<br><br>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.<br><br>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> 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.<br><br>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.<br><br><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please e-mail Rachel Valerio on </em><a href=\"mailto:Rachel.Valerio@medway.gov.uk\">Rachel.Valerio@medway.gov.uk</a><br><br><em>Interviews are likely to be held virtually via Microsoft Teams. Full details on how this will work will be sent to you, if your application is successfully shortlisted.<br><br></em><strong>Important Information-<br><br></strong><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<br><br>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</strong><br><br>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 gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction.<br><br><strong>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.<br><br></strong>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.<br><br>Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> 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.<br><br><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range 3 - £24,525 - £29,268 per annum / pro rata","publishDate":"2024-11-07T09:38:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-25T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/98e165c6-3264-4b98-8a6f-c3a54de7f61a.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"c96b3309-4451-437b-a5fe-b10053a841f6","title":"Health Improvement Project Officer (Healthy Families)","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid – Works part in the office (Gun Wharf) and part from home","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>This opportunity is currently being offered on a fixed term contract basis until the 14 May 2025; however, if budgets allow the contract length may be extended and/or become permanent, though this is not guaranteed. If an internal council employee wishes to apply for this role, a secondment opportunity may be considered (please state this on your application).<br><br></strong>According to the World Health Organisation, the life course approach aims to identify opportunities to minimise risk factors and enhance protective factors through evidence-based interventions at important life stages. For the Healthy Families workstream this informs the support we deliver from the antenatal period through to early childhood – the first 1001 days.<br><br>This role will actively support, monitor and review a range of projects delivering healthier outcomes for both pregnant people and their families. This will include providing expertise, advice and assistance, as required, to ensure effective project implementation in line with budgets and timescales.<br><br>The role will be required to work in the context of Medway’s ‘Joint Local Health & Wellbeing Strategy’ and the <a href=\"https://fingertips.phe.org.uk/profile/public-health-outcomes-framework/data#page/1/ati/302/are/E06000035\">Public Health Outcomes Framework</a> to reduce health inequalities.<br><br>The role will involve liaising with influential stakeholders in a way that promotes the <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200364/medway_council_strategy_2022_to_2023#values\">vision and values</a> of the Council.<br><br><strong>Accountabilities and Outcomes</strong><br><br>The role will actively contribute to the development, delivery, and evaluation of evidence-based projects that deliver to plan, enhance the well-being of Medway residents, support the achievement of local and national targets and reduce health inequalities.<br><br>The successful candidate will be confident in building alliances and partnerships to plan, implement, and/or monitor projects that can be time limited and that share goals and priorities to enhance service awareness, availability, access, and uptake and also ensure compliance with statutory legislation and practice requirements, including mandatory training. <br><br>The role will require the delivery formal presentations and training to a range of clinical and non-clinical teams, i.e., GPs, Local Authority meetings, Senior Manager meetings, and to other key stakeholders. The role will see the application of the principles of social marketing, and/or behavioural science, to reach specific groups and communities with enabling information and ideas, raising awareness of ‘A Better Medway Lifestyle Services’ and advocating public health principles and action.<br><br>It is paramount to demonstrate a commitment to equality and diversity, identifying service strategies to deliver equitable and fair services for users and employees, challenging discriminatory practices and actively managing and promoting diversity. This will also include adherence to professional codes of conduct, occupational membership codes, employer behaviour frameworks and practice standards. The role requires the candidate to act with integrity, consistency and purpose, and take responsibility for own personal development, ensuring that service specific knowledge and understanding is maintained and developed.<br><br>At the discretion of the line manager, such other activities as may, from time to time, be agreed consistent with the nature of the job described above.<br><br><strong>In return we offer you: </strong></p>\n<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>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency. Our declaration fits into our <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan\">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change.<br><br><strong>Our organisation:<br><br></strong>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.<br><br>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.<br><br>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> 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.<br><br>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.<br><br><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please contract either Jemima Ward or Emma Dawson on </em><a href=\"mailto:jemima.ward@medway.gov.uk\">jemima.ward@medway.gov.uk</a><em> or </em><a href=\"mailto:emma.dawson@medway.gov.uk\">emma.dawson@medway.gov.uk</a><br><br><strong>Important Information-<br><br></strong><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<br><br>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</strong><br><br>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 gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction.<br><br><strong>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.<br><br></strong>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.<br><br>Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> 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.<br><br><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range 4 - £29,793 - £35,410 per annum / pro rata","publishDate":"2024-11-07T09:21:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-24T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/00aff3db-1f82-4d84-9f32-c3b0564c154a.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"5c3bac5c-e424-4202-966e-83df0ad41925","title":"Income Officer","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid – Works part in the office (Gun Wharf) and part from home","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We are currently recruiting for a Income Officer to support Adult Social Care by providing an efficient and effective service, with a specific focus on income generation and collection.<br><br>Liaise with stakeholders in a way that promotes the <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200364/medway_council_strategy_2022_to_2023#values\">vision and values</a> of the Council.<br><br><strong>Accountabilities and outcomes:<br><br></strong>Ensure four weekly invoices for client’s care charges are produced and distributed within the established guidelines, setting up direct debits and making contact through telephone, letter and face to face.<br><br>Administer, monitor and maintain all relevant records and information systems (manual and computerised), to ensure information is accurate, accessible and retrievable by others.<br><br>Receive, distribute and respond to written correspondence and telephone enquiries, assessing prioritisation and using discretion to provide appropriate information and assistance to enquiries, referring those of a less routine nature and passing on correspondence and information to the relevant teams or individuals.<br><br>Deal with queries from clients or their representatives regarding their invoices and prepare relevant correspondence as necessary, ensuring a sensitive, accurate and quality service is provided at all times to internal and external customers.<br><br>Maintain accurate records of all actions taken, ensuring client files are kept up to date and relevant actions diary dated. This will include processing direct debit mandates promptly to ensure funds are collected without delay.<br><br>Apply current legislation and policy to all cases and ensure that knowledge base is kept up to date.<br><br>At the discretion of the Head of Service, such other activities as may from time to time be agreed consistent with the nature of the job described above.<br><br><strong>In return we offer you: </strong></p>\n<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>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency. Our declaration fits into our <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan\">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change.<br><br><strong>Our organisation:<br><br></strong>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.<br><br>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.<br><br>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> 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.<br><br>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.<br><br><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please e-mail Michelle Costen on Michelle.costen@medway.gov.uk.<br><br></em><em>Interviews are likely to be held virtually via Microsoft Teams. Full details on how this will work will be sent to you, if your application is successfully shortlisted.<br><br></em><strong>Important Information- <br><br></strong><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<br><br>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</strong><br><br>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 gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction.<br><br><strong>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. <br><br></strong>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.<br><br>Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> 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.<br><br><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range 3 - £24,525 - £29,268 per annum / pro rata","publishDate":"2024-11-06T16:43:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-20T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/840314d7-65d7-4c84-8934-295aa9ca3946.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"4a1b0583-35ca-49b8-b524-ed85717edf04","title":"Social Worker / Experienced Social Worker - Children's Social Work Teams","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Chatham, Kent","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We are currently recruiting Social Workers to join our Children's Social Work Team. We are proud to be ‘Good’ in Medway and are determined to build on the great work that has been done so far to improve the services for our children, young people and families.</p>\n<p>Recent promotions, following our investment in new Assistant Team Managers across the service, mean we are now looking for passionate social workers who can commit to <strong>making a difference</strong> to our children in Medway.</p>\n<p><strong>Children matter in Medway</strong>, and so do you. It’s an exciting time to join us as we offer competitive pay and conditions and hybrid working. We are committed to helping you to grow and develop throughout your career and reach your full potential. Our practice development offer along with management capacity across our teams, ensures you will be guided, supported and cared for.</p>\n<p>Whether you have recently completed your ASYE or have worked in children’s social work for some years we would love you to join us on our ongoing journey. You will be joining an experienced and dedicated social work team who have relationship and strengths-based work with children and families at the core of their practice.</p>\n<p>Experienced Social Workers (with 2+ years post qualifying experience) will be offered a package of up to £50,067 per annum (inclusive of benefits).</p>\n<p>Social Workers with less than 2 years’ service will be offered a package of up to £45,055 per annum (inclusive of benefits).</p>\n<p>Join us and <strong>#Make a Difference</strong>…</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Our Offer</strong></p>\n<p>We are proud to offer a range of benefits including –</p>\n<ul>\n<li>A generous annual leave entitlement up to 30 days plus bank holidays</li>\n<li>An excellent local government pension scheme</li>\n<li>An essential car user allowance with option to apply for a lease car after six months.</li>\n<li>Free car parking</li>\n<li>Hybrid working - enabling you to work from home/office (minimum of 2 days per week will be required in the office). Assessment Teams are office based for duty weeks.</li>\n<li>Relocation package of up to £8,000</li>\n<li>A range of staff benefits and discounts including access to fantastic discounts and savings on shops and services, travel discounts, health and wellbeing support, and an employee assistance service.</li>\n<li>Access to <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200255/childrens_social_worker_jobs/759/professional_development\">professional development and support</a> including Community Care Inform.</li>\n<li>Hybrid working style </li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>About You</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>You will hold a recognised Social Work qualification eg. Degree in Social Work, PGC in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW or equivalent and be registered with Social Work England.</li>\n<li>You will have successfully completed your ASYE </li>\n<li>You will have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>For further information on the qualifications, skills and experience required, please refer to the Job Profile and Person Specification.</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information</strong></p>\n<p>For an informal discussion, please don't hesitate to contact one of the recruiting managers below. Alternatively, please email the recruitment team on cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk. </p>\n<p>Suzanne Mehmet, Service Manager (Assessment) - 01634 334470</p>\n<p>Oliver Bruce, Service Manager (Children's Social Work Teams) - 01634 337312</p>\n<p><strong>To apply please click on the ‘Apply Online’ button at the bottom of this advert. </strong></p>\n<p>Applications will be reviewed weekly and shortlisted candidates invited to interview via Microsoft Teams.</p>\n<p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</p>\n<p><strong>This position is subject to an Enhanced Children’s DBS Check.</strong></p>\n<p>For more information on our roles within Children’s Services please visit <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/childrenservicesjobs\"><strong>https://www.medway.gov.uk/childrenservicesjobs</strong></a></p>\n<p>To find out more about Medway the place please click <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200264/medway_the_place\">here</a>.</p>\n<p>Please consider the application guidance when submitting your application.</p>\n<p><strong>Please note that all recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in hard copy format, please contact the Children's Services Recruitment Team on 01634 332211 or email </strong><a href=\"mailto:cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk\"><strong>cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk</strong></a><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.</p>\n<p>Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> 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>\n<p><strong>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</strong></p>\n<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>\n<p>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Up to £49,146 (inclusive of market allowance) + annual retention payment","publishDate":"2024-11-06T16:25:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-20T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/a342b2de-459e-4dfc-bfca-4a06fed53441.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"321ef746-b924-45aa-b120-762ff6c28aeb","title":"Social Worker / Experienced Social Worker - Children in Care","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Chatham, Kent","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We are currently recruiting Social Workers to join our Children in Care Team. We are proud to be ‘Good’ in Medway and are determined to build on the great work that has been done so far to improve the services for our children, young people and families.</p>\n<p>Recent promotions, following our investment in new Assistant Team Managers across the service, mean we are now looking for passionate social workers who can commit to <strong>making a difference</strong> to our children in Medway.</p>\n<p><strong>Children matter in Medway</strong>, and so do you. It’s an exciting time to join us as we offer competitive pay and conditions and hybrid working. We are committed to helping you to grow and develop throughout your career and reach your full potential. Our practice development offer along with management capacity across our teams, ensures you will be guided, supported and cared for.</p>\n<p>Whether you have recently completed your ASYE or have worked in children’s social work for some years we would love you to join us on our ongoing journey. You will be joining an experienced and dedicated social work team who have relationship and strengths-based work with children and families at the core of their practice.</p>\n<p>Experienced Social Workers (with 2+ years post qualifying experience) will be offered a package of up to £50,067 per annum (inclusive of benefits).</p>\n<p>Social Workers with less than 2 years’ service will be offered a package of up to £45,055 per annum (inclusive of benefits).</p>\n<p>Join us and <strong>#Make a Difference</strong>…</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Our Offer</strong></p>\n<p>We are proud to offer a range of benefits including –</p>\n<ul>\n<li>A generous annual leave entitlement up to 30 days plus bank holidays</li>\n<li>An excellent local government pension scheme</li>\n<li>An essential car user allowance with option to apply for a lease car after six months.</li>\n<li>Free car parking</li>\n<li>Hybrid working - enabling you to work from home/office (minimum of 2 days per week will be required in the office). Assessment Teams are office based for duty weeks.</li>\n<li>Relocation package of up to £8,000</li>\n<li>A range of staff benefits and discounts including access to fantastic discounts and savings on shops and services, travel discounts, health and wellbeing support, and an employee assistance service.</li>\n<li>Access to <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200255/childrens_social_worker_jobs/759/professional_development\">professional development and support</a> including Community Care Inform.</li>\n<li>Hybrid working style </li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>About You</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>You will hold a recognised Social Work qualification eg. Degree in Social Work, PGC in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW or equivalent and be registered with Social Work England.</li>\n<li>You will have successfully completed your ASYE </li>\n<li>You will have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>For further information on the qualifications, skills and experience required, please refer to the Job Profile and Person Specification.</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information</strong></p>\n<p>For an informal discussion, please don't hesitate to contact one of the recruiting managers below. Alternatively, please email the recruitment team on cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk. </p>\n<p>Laura Saunders, Service Manager (Children in Care) on 01634 337328.</p>\n<p><strong>To apply please click on the ‘Apply Online’ button at the bottom of this advert. </strong></p>\n<p>Applications will be reviewed weekly and shortlisted candidates invited to interview via Microsoft Teams.</p>\n<p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</p>\n<p><strong>This position is subject to an Enhanced Children’s DBS Check.</strong></p>\n<p>For more information on our roles within Children’s Services please visit <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/childrenservicesjobs\"><strong>https://www.medway.gov.uk/childrenservicesjobs</strong></a></p>\n<p>To find out more about Medway the place please click <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200264/medway_the_place\">here</a>.</p>\n<p>Please consider the application guidance when submitting your application.</p>\n<p><strong>Please note that all recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in hard copy format, please contact the Children's Services Recruitment Team on 01634 332211 or email </strong><a href=\"mailto:cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk\"><strong>cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk</strong></a><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.</p>\n<p>Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> 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>\n<p><strong>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</strong></p>\n<p>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. 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Demonstrate a sound knowledge and understanding of the HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) procedures when receiving, presenting, and delivering the meals.</p>\n<p>You will undertake a variety of manual tasks associated with food preparation and delivery of service and must hold a current Food Hygiene Certificate. This will include stock rotation, meal planning and the ordering of products online.</p>\n<p>You will have demonstrable experience in planning, cooking, and presenting meals in a work setting, whilst taking into account the children’s special dietary needs and food allergies. </p>\n<p><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile. </strong></p>\n<p>Medway is a unitary authority in Southeast England with superb transport links to London.</p>\n<p>The council understands that a motivated workforce is the most important factor for it to be successful and achieve its aims. It’s vital that employees feel rewarded for their contribution.</p>\n<p>As a Medway Council employee you will have the opportunity to develop both professionally and personally by undertaking relevant training opportunities, enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including competitive rates of pay and pension scheme along with access to an employee advice, information and counselling service, employee forums and an employee discount scheme for national and local retailers.</p>\n<p><strong>Important Information</strong></p>\n<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, if you require documentation/correspondence in hard copy format, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878. </p>\n<p>Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> 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>\n<p><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£24,525 - £29,268 per annum (full time equivalent)","publishDate":"2024-11-06T10:03:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-20T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/8b4f585a-b93e-401e-be79-537d62191921.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2e77ff11-1c88-4335-b551-856179a2dbc0","title":"Early Help Worker","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Medway Children and Family Hubs","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Family Solutions work holistically with families with multiple and complex needs to enable them to see their strengths and build upon these to make positive changes to their lives. This will be achieved through the Early Help Worker providing both practical and specialist advice to the family as well as acting as a lead co-ordinator for any additional support services. The Early Help Worker will undertake assessments with the family and formulate a plan of intervention with the support of relevant partner agencies which will give the child and their family every opportunity to address the identified difficulties with a positive outcome. The role will also include facilitating groups to children and their families.</p>\n<p>For an insight into what Family Solutions has to offer, please view this<a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hk7j69Krc0c\"> video</a>.</p>\n<p><strong>About You:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>You will hold a recognised qualification and have professional work background relevant to the job you are applying for such as early years/family support/youth work/health/education</li>\n<li>Be passionate about changing outcomes for children and young people</li>\n<li>Have good communication skills to engage children and young people and their families</li>\n<li>Have the ability to maintain accurate and update records in line with GDPR and legislations effective case management. You will be respectful and able to build positive relationships in all aspects of the role</li>\n<li>Have knowledge of safeguarding and relevant legislation</li>\n<li>Experience of working in a multi agency environment</li>\n<li>It is preferable that you hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>In return we offer you:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Essential Car User allowance or access to a lease car</li>\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>MedPay – opportunity for pay progression</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong><em>For an informal conversation about this role, please contact Nikki Lloyd, Group Manager on 01634 338847 or 07736924078</em></strong></p>\n<p><strong>This post is subject to an enhanced children's DBS</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Our Organisation:</strong></p>\n<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>\n<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>\n<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>\n<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>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Important Information-</strong></p>\n<p>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. 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Do you prefer to be outside instead of behind a desk?<br><br>Medway Council are seeking an Associate Security Systems Technician to assist our Security Systems Technician within our Technology division.<br><br>The ideal candidate will have a positive can-do attitude who has a practical logical mindset and be able to demonstrate some practical experience in infrastructure, power communications, resources and processes required to manage an effective public CCTV system.<br><br>You must have a full UK driving licence and should be confident working at height.<br><br>Key responsibilities include:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>To assist the Security Systems Technician with the installation, commissioning and servicing of CCTV surveillance systems and control room.</li>\n<li>To assist with site surveys and remedial fault analysis, in line with expectations as set out within the Service Level Agreement with Kyndi Ltd.</li>\n<li>To help to maintain an accurate asset record and support with delivery of a biannual Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) report for relevant stakeholders.</li>\n<li>To work alongside multi-disciplinary teams within the Council; identifying new technologies, CCTV, and radio equipment to enhance solutions.</li>\n<li>To meet with stakeholders virtually, and/or on-site, to understand requirements and design successful solutions.</li>\n<li>To be continuously learning and developing to understand the programming and assembly of CCTV assets.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Other duties may be required to be undertaken within the scope of this post as and when required by the Head of Technology.<br><br><strong>In return we offer you: </strong></p>\n<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>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency. Our declaration fits into our <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan\">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change.<br><br><strong>Our organisation: <br><br></strong>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.<br><br>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.<br><br>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> 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.<br><br>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.<br><br><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please email the ICT Business Support Manager </em><a href=\"mailto:paul.thompson@medway.gov.uk\">paul.thompson@medway.gov.uk</a><br><br><strong>Important Information-<br><br></strong><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<br><br>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</strong><br><br>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 gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction.<br><br><strong>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. <br><br></strong>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. 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The property is set in a beautiful location in Upnor, offering the perfect setting for the home.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We have recruited a strength-based management team and are looking to the next phase of recruitment. </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Our priority is to recruit a team of support workers, with the right values, behaviours and attitudes that match that of the management team and the wider workforce that is Medway Council. It is not essential to have direct experience of working in a children's home, but experience of working with children and young people would be beneficial.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You must have a desire to work with children and young people and want to make a positive impact on their lives. The role is challenging and rewarding, and you will need to be resilient and empathetic as well as being a positive role model.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>No two days are the same, the work is varied, and the children are individuals with individual needs but as a general rule you will, enjoy taking part in a wide variety of activities, encouraging of hobbies and interest, supportive of positive behaviour, show a keen interest in the children's education, promote healthy lifestyle and wellbeing, be a good listener and provide appropriate advice and guidance and encourage the development of life skills in preparation for adulthood and much more!</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The working environment is exceptional, with excellent facilities including a large garden with vegetable plots and a small orchard; there is ample car parking for staff and visitors. The interior has been renovated to a high standard and provides space for children to engage in a variety of activities.</p>\n<p>This is a fantastic opportunity to join Medway Council and all that working for a local authority has to offer. If you believe you have skills and are willing to learn and develop as a practitioner and are ready for a new challenge, we would like to hear from you.</p>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Educated to GCSE standard.</li>\n<li>NVQ 3 – Level 3 Diploma (QCF) qualified in Children and Young People’s workforce (or equivalent) is desired but not essential, a willingness to work toward this qualification is essential.</li>\n<li>Have experience of working with children and young people</li>\n<li>Ability to develop an understanding of trauma informed care.</li>\n<li>You will hold a full driving licence.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>In return we offer you:</strong></p>\n<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>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice and counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Our organisation:</strong><strong><br><br></strong>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 Upnor and the Hoo Peninsula.<br><br>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.<br><br>Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of a workforce, working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of children.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>To Apply</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Please complete an online application.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>If you would like to email: Jess Hammell or Danielle Diplock, leaving a contact number, one or other will call you for an informal chat.</strong></p>\n<p>Jessie.Hammell@medway.gov.uk</p>\n<p>Danielle.Diplock@medway.gov.uk </p>\n<p><em>Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview in person.</em></p>\n<p><strong><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></strong></p>\n<p><strong><em>This post is subject to an enhanced Children’s DBS check.</em></strong></p>\n<p>For more information on our roles within Children’s Services please visit <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/childrenservicesjobs\"><strong>https://www.medway.gov.uk/childrenservicesjobs</strong></a></p>\n<p><strong>Important Information</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Please note that all recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in hard copy format, please contact the Children's Services Recruitment Team on 01634 332211 or email </strong><a href=\"mailto:cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk\"><strong>cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk</strong></a></p>\n<p>Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> 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>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range 3 (£24,525 - £29,268) plus sleep in payments","publishDate":"2024-11-04T09:23:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-17T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/7e303045-581b-40aa-8678-0f1373c70151.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f6545472-13ab-4c1a-9e2f-45f243a2bb3d","title":"Car Park Officer","employer":"Tunbridge Wells Borough Council","department":"","location":"Tunbridge Wells Town Centre","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Start a worthwhile career with Tunbridge Wells Borough Council and never look back!</p>\n<p>We are an innovative and forward-thinking Council offering a good rate of pay and terms and conditions of employment, working a 37-hour week including working alternate weekends <strong>with the opportunity to work paid overtime.</strong></p>\n<p>The work is field based in our car parks, undertaking cleaning and carrying out regular inspections, redecorating, maintenance, and repair work.</p>\n<p>You will work independently and as part of a team helping to maintain our car parks to a high standard of repair and cleanliness.</p>\n<p>No two days are the same, and the work can be a physically demanding at times. In addition to daily tasks, you will be expected to use your own initiative to identify and tackle the work that needs doing to maintain our car parks to the highest standard for our customers.</p>\n<p>You need to be mechanically minded and be able to demonstrate a keen eye for detail and have a full manual driving licence. You will need to engage effectively with the public and work colleagues, demonstrating good communication and customer service skills.</p>\n<p><strong>Benefits include:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>22 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 27 after 5 years’ continuous service</strong></li>\n<li><strong>Membership to Local Government Pension Scheme with 19.7% employer contribution</strong></li>\n<li><strong>Career development and training opportunities</strong></li>\n<li><strong>Access to eye care vouchers and VDU Glasses</strong></li>\n<li><strong>Cycle to Work Scheme</strong></li>\n<li><strong>Access to EAP Services 24/7</strong></li>\n<li><strong>Hybrid Working</strong></li>\n<li><strong>Free parking </strong></li>\n</ul>\n<p>For more information, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification or contact Simon Blundell, the Car Park Operations Manager on 01892 554191 to find to more about the role</p>\n<p><strong>The post is subject to a satisfactory DBS check.</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: 12 November </strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Skills Assessment Date: 19 November </strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"22,820","publishDate":"2024-11-01T15:23:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-12T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/5c1c0d53-8d97-44da-a018-a7bcf809834f.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"b50034a6-703b-4eec-a6a0-17df7499cee1","title":"Social Worker Fostering (Connected Carers)","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Chatham, Kent","locationType":2,"description":"<p>A vacancy has arisen for an Experienced Social Worker to join the Connected Carers Team. 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This is an exciting yet challenging and complex area of social work.</p>\n<p>If you are passionate and committed to improving the lives and opportunities of children and young people, and can ensure that children are at the centre of the work that you do; then we would like to hear from you.<strong><em> </em></strong></p>\n<p>In return we offer you:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Essential Car User allowance or access to a lease car</li>\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<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. 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