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An administration/business support background is essential, and a willingness to learn and support areas across the business when required. <br> <br>The successful candidate will need to have good keyboard skills and a keen eye for details, as they will be triaging and collating multi-disciplinary meeting papers from schools and our SEND service. They should have an excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office<br>(including SharePoint and Teams), as well as good working knowledge of (or appetite to learn quickly) basic accounting software, for example, Xero and ApprovalMax. As minute taking is an essential part of this role, good typing skills and minute taking experience would be preferred. <br> <br>As part of the wider Business Support Team, you will be asked to assist with various administrative tasks across the company, from dealing with administration of panel meetings (including minute taking), to assisting with complaint enquiries, meeting and greeting visitors to the company, and by covering reception duties on a rota basis, amongst other duties. You would also be undertaking some finance work, so an existing working knowledge of online accounting packages would be advantageous, or a willingness to learn.</p><p>If you are interested and would like to be considered for this role, please apply to recruitment@cognus.org.uk with the completed application form, downloaded from https://www.cognus.org.uk/work-with-us/current-vacancies/cognus-application-form/, outlining your suitability. The deadline for receipt is on Sunday, 8 th June 2025. 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You will be part of a friendly, supportive One Team culture with the chance to make a real difference.</p><p>We believe in balancing hard work with fun. Our active social team organises two to three events a year, ranging from Staff Awards, quiz nights to rounders in the park, helping the workplace to be productive and enjoyable. </p><p>We use Viva Engage to keep you connected and engaged and we hold regular face to face meetings, such as Chief Executive briefings to keep you in the loop.</p><p>We are conveniently located close to Oxted Station and have some on-site parking.</p><p>In addition to the stated pay, we offer membership and contributions towards the Local Government Pension Scheme, flexible working (giving you the opportunity to work from home for up to three days a week), flexi-time, payment of a relevant professional subscription and access to a discounted health scheme.</p><p>Please visit our website for more information about working for us www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs and download our Working for Tandridge guide. </p><p><strong>Diversity statement </strong></p><p>At Tandridge District Council, we pride ourselves on maintaining an inclusive workplace, ensuring equality, fairness, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do and good practice is embedded in the Council’s culture and services.</p><p>We welcome applications from all sectors of our community, including BAME, LGBTQ+ and all groups protected under the Equality Act.</p><p>Tandridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.</p><p><strong>Want to know more?</strong></p><p>If this sounds like your kind of challenge and you want to be part of our friendly and supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.</p><p>If you’d like to find out more, please read our role profile and specification, or for an informal discussion about the role, please e-mail Alex Berry, Democratic and Electoral Services Manager, Alex Berry at aberry@tandridge.gov.uk or call on 01883 732968.</p><p><strong>Local Government Reorganisation</strong></p><p>Surrey is part of the government’s plans for local government reorganisation. 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We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.</p>\n<p>We are forces family friendly and are part of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme (Bronze Award). We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.</p>\n<p>We are committed to achieving equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and as a disability confident committed employer we encourage applications from people with disabilities.  As part of this commitment, we will consider reasonable adjustment to support disability employment.  We offer a generous package including competitive pay, career average pension scheme, flexible working practices and the Bromley employee benefits scheme; Cycle2Work, Salary Sacrifice Lease Car, Technology Scheme, GymFlex and a wide range of local and national discounts.</p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Dennis Macharaga, Principal Lawyer and Head of the Commercial Legal Team on 020 8313 4650.</p>\n<p>Please see attached the<strong> <a title=\"Job Description.docx\" href=\"https://recruitmentbromley.engageats.co.uk//ViewAttachment.aspx?enc=jmxpV+AcVus8i/wvT3FZXrrCOvCUGNWd9uca/tGZrAITCY70aMnLzPVWspNYT2Eak3qEw3t6nZ5Q/BpDDlPbeUr/e8/twS5ETIaGfqQTM4RoKX88GPIaOfF8LBrWaRIz\">Job Description.docx</a></strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£48,000 - £59,998 (dependent on experience).","publishDate":"2025-05-22T14:28:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-30T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/29d6fe01-d1fd-4c88-b5d5-257fcf46b178.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"19b88384-cb71-49a7-af7d-1ae02587442d","title":"Sustainable Transport Officer","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Kingston","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>About the Borough</strong></p><p>This special place in South West London between the capital and the country has been a Royal borough longer than anywhere else - it is where the first kings of England were crowned.</p><p>Today it is a vibrant and diverse borough, with a long history and strong cultural and community heritage. 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The team works closely with colleagues across the Council to support the delivery of the Climate Emergency and Air Quality <p><strong>About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate</strong></p><p>Working within the Sustainable Transport Team to promote the use of sustainable transport modes in order to reduce traffic congestion, improve road safety, air pollution and deliver public health outcomes.</p><p><strong>This role requires the successful candidate to:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Delivers a range of schemes and campaigns that promote the use of sustainable modes of transport</li>\n<li>Work with the local organisations, community groups and residents to encourage, facilitate and support community based participation to promote sustainable transport, including management of relevant events</li>\n<li>Works with Partners and external organisations to support and promote associated programmes and campaigns such as the mini-Holland Programme and London wide TfL campaigns</li>\n<li>Engage with local businesses and encourages and supports them to develop Travel Plans</li>\n<li>Promotes sustainable and active travel to organisations within the borough, provide them with support to implement sustainable transport events and initiatives</li>\n<li>Supports schools to develop and implement School Travel Plans </li>\n<li>Assist schools in attaining and maintaining their TfL Travel for Life (STARS) accreditation</li>\n<li>Assist schools with promoting sustainable travel to staff, parents and pupils through campaigns, events and initiatives</li>\n<li>Designs and implements Road Safety Education campaigns, aimed at a range of groups, including school children and other vulnerable groups  </li>\n<li>Manages of the School Crossing Patrol Service</li>\n</ul><p><strong>About you</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Educated to degree level</li>\n<li>Experience of promoting and delivering sustainable transport initiatives including roadshows and consultation events</li>\n<li>An experienced project manager, used to delivering work on time and on budget</li>\n<li>Used to working in a public facing role, communicating with the general public</li>\n<li>Experienced in managing small teams of staff</li>\n<li>Experience working with health partners, Council colleagues and a wide range of internal and external stakeholders including Elected Members, residents, schools and community groups. </li>\n</ul><p><strong>Our Offer to You</strong></p><p>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.</p><p>In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation.</p><p>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:</p><ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li>\n<li>Flexible and agile working arrangements</li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential well being and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Application Process</strong></p><p>Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.<br><br>The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. </p><p>We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the ‘Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme’ at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we’re incredibly proud of.</p><p>Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.</p><p><strong>Additional Information</strong></p><p>We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce.</p><p>As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role.</p><p>We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.</p><p>We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer and this means that everyone working at the Royal Borough of Kingston, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors and suppliers receive the London Living Wage. The real Living Wage is higher than the government’s minimum, or National Living Wage, and is an independently calculated hourly rate of pay that is based on the actual cost of living.</p><p>The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know\">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£37,068 - £40,755","publishDate":"2025-05-22T10:30:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-01T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/df705d03-32dd-4872-9915-4425de82d3f5.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9eea7fbd-fccf-4ce8-80c9-f08be70956f4","title":"Paralegal","employer":"Tandridge District Council","department":"","location":"Tandridge District Council, The Council Offices, 8 Station Road East, Oxted, Surrey, United Kingdom","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Paralegal to join our well respected in-house Local Authority Legal Team. The successful candidate will be someone that can provide legal assistance in aspects of work relating to property transactions and/or local authority housing matters.</p><p><strong>About the role</strong></p><ul>\n<li>This role requires you to build and maintain effective working relationships with staff, external contacts and third parties.  </li>\n<li>There are opportunities to take on a wide variety of work under the supervision of experienced solicitors and within a friendly and supportive team. </li>\n<li>Conduct in-depth legal research on a range of issues affecting the Council. </li>\n<li>Draft a variety of legal documents, including land transaction documents, Land Registry forms, reports, letters, and case summaries. </li>\n<li>Reviewing and advising on terms and conditions and dealing with miscellaneous legal queries.  </li>\n</ul><p><strong>Who we’re looking for</strong></p><ul>\n<li>The ideal candidate will have experience as a legal assistant or paralegal and able to demonstrate their ability to handle a variety of work with minimum supervision working to required timescales. </li>\n<li>As well as having the technical ability they will be confident, professional, and an effective communicator who can deliver on time to all stakeholders including senior officers and elected members as required. They will also be a proactive team player, flexible in approach and willing to get involved in all areas of the Legal Service’s work and to play a prominent role in helping the service to develop and improve.</li>\n<li>You’ll ideally have a Law degree, or equivalent level of legal training and excellent IT skills, in particular Microsoft Office suite and Outlook, and the ability to present information in a variety of forms to a high standard.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>What we offer </strong></p><p>When you join us your expertise, skills and experience will be valued, and your career development will be our priority.</p><p>We are committed to creating a collaborative and innovative environment which empowers you to thrive. You will be part of a friendly, supportive One Team culture with the chance to make a real difference.</p><p>We believe in balancing hard work with fun. Our active social team organises two to three events a year, ranging from Staff Awards, quiz nights to rounders in the park, helping the workplace to be productive and enjoyable. </p><p>We use Viva Engage to keep you connected and engaged and we hold regular face to face meetings, such as Chief Executive briefings to keep you in the loop.</p><p>We are conveniently located close to Oxted Station and have some on-site parking.</p><p>In addition to the stated pay, we offer membership and contributions towards the Local Government Pension Scheme, flexible working (giving you the opportunity to work from home for up to three days a week), flexi-time, payment of a relevant professional subscription and access to a discounted health scheme.</p><p>Please visit our website for more information about working for us www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs and download our Working for Tandridge guide. </p><p><strong>Diversity statement </strong></p><p>At Tandridge District Council, we pride ourselves on maintaining an inclusive workplace, ensuring equality, fairness, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do and good practice is embedded in the Council’s culture and services.</p><p>We welcome applications from all sectors of our community, including BAME, LGBTQ+ and all groups protected under the Equality Act.</p><p>Tandridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.</p><p><strong>Want to know more?</strong></p><p>If this sounds like your kind of challenge and you want to be part of our friendly and supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.</p><p>If you’d like to find out more, please read our role profile and specification, or for an informal discussion about the role, please e-mail Lidia Harrison at lharrison@tandridge.gov.uk or call on 01883 732740 .</p><p><strong>Local Government Reorganisation</strong></p><p>Surrey is part of the government’s plans for local government reorganisation. This means the current two tier system, where services are split between Surrey County Council and district and borough councils like Tandridge, will be replaced with larger councils, which handle all local services.  </p><p>Although this may lead to some uncertainty for anyone considering a role with us, this process will take several years and during that time we still need to provide services.  </p><p>When local government is reorganised, most staff will transfer to the new council which may offer additional opportunities for career development and variety as part of a larger organisation. The majority of the roles we currently have will still be needed whether that is for planning, housing, recycling and waste, finance, IT, HR etc.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£29,273 - 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£27,948","publishDate":"2025-05-21T15:01:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-08T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/96ee10ae-bc26-49bd-824d-33dbd4bc7bd3.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"fd53f793-b7f4-4d5f-a4d5-07433b7d5c22","title":"Waking Night - Residential Care Support Workers","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Sutton","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>About the Borough</strong></p><p>In Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ. </p><p>Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.</p><p>All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.</p><p>Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There’s also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.</p><p><strong>About the Service and Team</strong></p><p>London Borough of Sutton are offering an exciting opportunity to play a lead role in the continued development of Willow Rise Children’s Home. Wanting the best for our children, we are developing our current in-house residential services to best meet the needs of our children. Following significant Council investment, our new Residential Strategy seeks to bring children closer to families and the communities that they know, living in high quality provision designed around them. We are looking for Residential Care Support Workers who will be fully supported by hands on, committed managers, great access to training and a support network including our Therapeutic Support Hub.</p><p>We work within children’s social care's well-established restorative practice and trauma informed model. Sutton is fully committed to training which fosters skills and expertise around therapeutically working with and supporting children who have experienced developmental trauma. All staff will be required to undertake Restorative Practice and Trauma Informed practice training. We expect our Residential Care Support workers to offer dynamic evening routines and activities to holistic support the needs of the young people at Willow Rise.</p><p>We are a registered provision and we are working towards achieving outstanding status with a recent GOOD ofsted judgement in all areas.</p><p><strong>About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate</strong></p><p><strong>About the role</strong><br><br>Waking Night Residential Care Support Workers will provide care for the chidren living within Willow Rise Residential Services, ensuring the have healthy night time routines, preparing them for the day ahead.<br><br><strong>This will include;</strong><strong></strong></p><ul>\n<li>Maintaining a loving, caring well kempt environmnet for our children</li>\n<li>Providing healthy and appropriately stimulating evening and night time routines for our children</li>\n<li>Supporting our children to attend to their personal care needs and support with independent living skills</li>\n<li>Suppoort children to prepare for and engage with education and positive activities</li>\n<li>Safeguard our children in line with policies ensuring robust, traume informed resilient responses to incidents, missing episodes and wider safeguarding concerns</li>\n<li>Ensure that high quality records are kept which will include, incident reports, daily records, session evaluations, weekly reports, etc</li>\n</ul><p><strong>About you</strong><br><br></p><ul>\n<li>We are looking for compassionate individuals with the capacity to connect with teenagers. You will have a demonstrable track record in this. While you will bring plenty of empathy to the role, you will also be able to set and maintain boundaries with children and young people– so you will need to demonstrate patience and resilience.</li>\n<li>It would be ideal if you have experience of working with children or young people in a residential setting.</li>\n<li>You must have experience working with children with complex needs in one of the following settings - Children's residential Care, Youth Work, Targeted Youth Work or Youth Offending</li>\n<li>Ability to find and use creative ways to communicate with children, you will also be quick to learn, and willing to work<br>flexibly and innovatively to meet the changing and challenging needs of the children.</li>\n<li>Ability to form trusted relationships with young people in your care by supporting them with their social and emotional<br>development, educational achievement, whilst setting boundaries and bringing consistency to their lives as any good<br>parent would.</li>\n<li>Applying a restorative practice and trauma informed model as a therapeutic form of intervention you will help teenagers<br>make sense of their backgrounds and find a positive way forward. </li>\n<li>Must be willing to work flexibly as part of a varied shift pattern which will be late afternoon, evenings and weekends</li>\n<li>Must be willing to be innovative and creative in your practice and approach and continually explore new ways of engaging<br>and achieving positive outcomes for young people.<br><br>\n</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Our Offer to You</strong></p><p>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.</p><p>In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.</p><p>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:</p><ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li>\n<li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year </li>\n<li>Three volunteering days per year in Sutton</li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Car parking scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Application Process</strong></p><p>Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.</p><p>To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.</p><p>The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.</p><p><strong>Additional Information</strong></p><p>We pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing\">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.</p><p>We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.</p><p>The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know\">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance.</p><p>#LI-SR1</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£37,068 - £43,299 (£45,510 unconsolidated maximum)","publishDate":"2025-05-21T08:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-04T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/b89ad7d6-ab45-46b2-89b5-5e1e9515b5bc.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"1de2e477-818c-485b-9411-41a96623e209","title":"Child Protection Chair - Children Social Care","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Sutton","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>About the Borough</strong></p><p>In Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ. </p><p>Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.</p><p>All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.</p><p>Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There’s also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.</p><p><strong>About the Service and Team</strong></p><p>The London Borough of Sutton “is uncompromising in its focus on improving quality of frontline social work” – Ofsted</p><p>London Borough of Sutton works closely with Kingston University and regional partners as part of the Developing Together Social Work Teaching Partnership (SWTP). The partnership offers staff a wide range of pre and post qualifying education opportunities to promote continuous learning and development. This includes staff being encouraged to support the practice education of Social Work students and those in the assessed and supported year in employment (ASYE). Staff are also given the opportunity to attend conferences, workshops and have access to research and practice resources to support their ongoing professional development.</p><p>Children's Social Care is going through an important change to meet the growing needs of the children and families we support. We are making many improvements to ensure that care for children is better and to create positive working environments for our staff. With committed leaders and experienced managers, we are bringing fresh ideas to our work and are helping to make real improvements in how we support children and families. Our aim is to provide high-quality care that helps children thrive while also creating an inclusive, diverse, and supportive environment for our staff to develop their careers.</p><p><strong>About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate</strong></p><p>Join Children Social Care as a Child Protection (CP) Chair on a 12 months fixed term contract and enjoy a Golden Hello along with a Recruitment and Retention Bonus, outlined as follows:</p><ul>\n<li>£1,000 paid with your first month's salary</li>\n<li>£1,000 for your first completed year of service</li>\n<li>£2,000 for your second completed year of service</li>\n<li>£3,000 for your third completed year of service and each year thereafter</li>\n</ul><p>With a total salary package of up to £62,620 (subject to pay scale), inclusive of bonuses and benefits, this is an excellent opportunity to elevate your career in social care.</p><ul>\n<li>Are you passionate about protecting children, and working with their families to make sustained change?</li>\n<li>Could you support families, agencies and social workers,  to make creative plans that focus on individual needs and keep children safe? </li>\n<li>Are you an experienced Social Worker, with management experience, looking for a new challenge?<strong><em> </em></strong>\n</li>\n</ul><p>We have an exciting opportunity to join us as a Child Protection Chair within Children Social Care at the London Borough of Sutton. Our objective is to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the children and young people in our community<strong>. </strong>Reporting to the Senior Safeguarding Chair, your responsibilities as a Child Protection Chair will include:</p><ul>\n<li>To lead and facilitate child protection conferences, ensuring that the best interests of children are at the forefront of all discussion.</li>\n<li>Improving the protection of children by developing outcome-focussed, multi agency child protection plans, within a tight timeframe.</li>\n<li>Monitor and review progress on child protection plans, providing guidance and support to involved parties.</li>\n<li>Provide training and support to staff and agencies on child protection processes and procedures.</li>\n<li>Stay updated on current legislation, best practices, and research in child protection and safeguarding.</li>\n</ul><p>You will work as part of a small team of Child Protection Chairs, where your skills in analysing complex information alongside the ability to communicate with both families and agencies, will support the service to deliver our statutory objectives. CP Chairs work collaboratively with social workers, educators, health professionals, and other stakeholders to develop comprehensive safety plans. Your knowledge and experience of  social work, safeguarding and restorative practice, will be essential to enable and encourage a strength based approach to delivering our services. There will also be an expectation that you will provide cover for the Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO). This will involve chairing meetings related to an allegation against a professional, in either their work or personal life.  </p><p>If you are an experienced Social Worker with management experience that is looking for a new challenge, we want to hear from you. You will join a supportive and experienced team and will enjoy opportunities for joint working and professional development. </p><p>For more information about the role and/or an informal conversation, view the Role Profile or contact Denise Walford, Senior CP Chair on denise.walford@sutton.gov.uk or Karen Wells, Safeguarding Manager on karen.walls@sutton.gov.uk</p><p>This role is a great opportunity for:</p><ul>\n<li>Experienced social workers with a strong background in child protection and line management , gained at Assistant /Team Manager level. If you are passionate about growing your career, this role is an opportunity that focuses on chairing and facilitating critical discussions that impact children's lives.  </li>\n<li>Current and Former Child Protection professionals who have significant experience in child welfare, social work, or safeguarding roles and are looking to take a leadership position in child protection within a Local Authority.</li>\n</ul><p>In addition, we would expect suitable candidates to fulfil the following competencies:</p><ul>\n<li>Be a qualified Social Worker with a relevant professional qualification in Social Work and registered with Social Work England</li>\n<li>Line management experience gained at Assistant or Team Manager level.</li>\n<li>Significant experience in child protection and safeguarding, with strong understanding of child protection legislation, local authority processes, and multi-agency collaboration.</li>\n<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with families in a sensitive manner and make sound decisions in complex and challenging situations.</li>\n<li>Ability to work at Sutton Civic Offices up to 3 days a week</li>\n</ul><p>Our strong, accessible, and supportive management culture creates a positive team environment that promotes regular supervision and encourages continuous professional development for staff. Join us on this journey to create an environment where both the children in our care and our staff can thrive and succeed in their everyday lives.</p><p><strong>Our Offer to You</strong></p><p>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.</p><p>In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.</p><p>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:</p><ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li>\n<li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year </li>\n<li>Three volunteering days per year in Sutton</li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Car parking scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Application Process</strong></p><p>Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.</p><p>To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.</p><p>The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.</p><p><strong>Additional Information</strong></p><p>We pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing\">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.</p><p>We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.</p><p>The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know\">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance.</p><p>#LI-SR1</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£47,532 - £55,620 (£57,663 unconsolidated maximum)","publishDate":"2025-05-21T08:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-30T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/49e5c0fe-a590-4ec5-998d-11ee93660e32.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"4c8fac7c-6ef1-461b-bc77-a5368feab60a","title":"Occupational Therapy Assistant","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Crawley","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>About Us</strong></p><p><span>West Sussex County Council is all about making a positive difference to the people we work with and their communities. As an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance and are rewarded for the work they do.</span></p><p><span>Our Independent Living Service embrace a strengths-based approach, working within a community-led support model. Our supportive, and knowledgeable team build on the assets and strengths of the people we work with, their families, and local communities. Together, we'll focus on prevention, enablement, reablement and safety, to promote wellbeing and independence. We'll ensure that residents, families and communities have the right support in place, and at the right time. </span></p><p><span>Take a look at our Careers in Social Care Occupational Therapy campaign page for further information on the work of the team - <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/featured-jobs/careers-in-social-care-occupational-therapy/\">Careers in social care occupational therapy - West Sussex County Council</a></span></p><p><strong>About The Job</strong></p><p><span><strong>Salary: </strong>£26,409 to £27,711 per annum plus £561 per annum Crawley weighting</span><br><span> <strong>Working Pattern: </strong>37 hours per week</span><br><span> <strong>Contract Type: </strong>Permanent</span><br><span> <strong>Location: </strong>Crawley</span><br><span> <strong>Interview Date: </strong>w/c 9th June 2025</span></p><p><span>This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside a qualified Occupational Therapist, helping to provide a range of services that promote wellbeing, independence, and safety. You'll undertake strength-based assessments and provide advice, equipment, home adaptations, and support to individuals in need.</span></p><p><span>Our Occupational Therapy Assistants need to be resilient, adaptable, organised and able to work in a fast-paced environment. You'll need to work efficiently and accurately record your work using electronic systems. Our Occupational Therapy Assistants need to be committed to ongoing learning about Occupational Therapy and how to implement it in practice.</span></p><p><span>Key responsibilities will include:</span></p><ul>\n<li><span><strong>Undertaking Assessments:</strong> Carry out assessments for individuals to develop person-centred care plans aimed at improving wellbeing, under the guidance of a qualified Occupational Therapist.</span></li>\n<li><span><strong>Providing Advice & Support:</strong> Offering practical support and advice, including home adaptations and the provision of assistive equipment.</span></li>\n<li><span><strong>Collaboration:</strong> Work alongside a wide range of professionals and agencies, attending multi-disciplinary meetings and ensuring the delivery of effective interventions.</span></li>\n<li><span><strong>Safeguarding & Compliance:</strong> Ensure that all work is compliant with relevant legislation and safeguarding policies, promoting safe and inclusive care.</span></li>\n</ul><p><span><strong>What We're Looking For:</strong></span></p><p><span>To thrive in this role, you'll need to be adaptable, organised, and compassionate. You will have:</span></p><ul>\n<li><span><strong>Experience and Qualifications:</strong> A minimum of 3 GCSEs, including English and Maths (or equivalent), and ideally an NVQ Level 3. Previous experience in occupational therapy or related roles is desirable.</span></li>\n<li><span><strong>Skills & Competencies:</strong> Strong assessment and problem-solving skills, effective communication abilities, and a commitment to learning and development.</span></li>\n<li><span><strong>Passion for Wellbeing:</strong> A genuine interest in supporting people to maintain or improve their independence and quality of life.</span></li>\n<li><span><strong>Driving Licence:</strong> A full, valid driving licence is required, as travel across the county including to areas not easily accessed though public transport is required.</span></li>\n</ul><p><strong>Experience and Skills</strong></p><p><span>Please ensure you read the job description and cover the full list of required skills, qualifications and experience within your application as they are the short listing criteria your application will be considered against:</span></p><ul>\n<li><span>Ability to undertake a strengths-based assessment with minimal guidance (in line with the Care Act 2014) to ascertain required information to support the development of a person-centred care and support plan with clearly defined outcomes.</span></li>\n<li><span>Ability to analyse and interpret information and prioritise needs in order to make recommendations/decisions which will have a positive outcome.</span></li>\n<li><span>Effective communication and interpersonal skills to provide clear and concise guidance and to demonstrate and explain practical activities.</span></li>\n<li><span>Ability to recognise the limits of own accountability and responsibility, and to seek appropriate support, advice and supervision.</span></li>\n<li><span>Ability to prioritise and organise work and meet agreed performance expectations and deadlines.</span></li>\n<li><span>Relevant lived experience, or experience of providing advice, guidance and education to others with a focus on promoting independence and preventing dependence.</span></li>\n<li><span>An awareness and practical understanding of a range of interventions that can be used to achieve change.</span></li>\n<li><span>Experience of forming effective relationships with people with a range of needs and an understanding of the effects of a disabling condition on a person.</span></li>\n<li><span>Knowledge of the use of and the risk and safety factors associated with disability and equipment/adaptation provision.</span></li>\n<li><span>Valid, full driving licence.</span></li>\n</ul><p><strong>Rewards and Benefits</strong></p><p><span>For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <strong><a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits</a></strong> page.</span></p><p><strong>Further Information</strong></p><p> </p><p><span><strong>We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to HCPC registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.</strong></span></p><p><span>West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged.</span></p><p><span>For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme (if you meet all the essential criteria), this can be found on our <strong><a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a></strong> page. </span></p><p><span>Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!</span></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£26409 - £27711 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-21T03:19:14.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-04T03:19:14.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/caaefa85-184e-4203-9373-66020f762058.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"e4a06e51-0011-411d-81e8-610fc3dc5a04","title":"Employee Relations Manager - Schools","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Kingston","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>About the Borough</strong></p><p>Joining us, you get to work for not just one high performing London Borough, but two.</p><p>Kingston and Sutton councils have a number of shared services serving both authorities, with some teams and roles more focussed on one council than the other, but the majority are shared across both, meaning you get multiple opportunities to learn from a wider pool of activities and two different political bodies. </p><p>We work flexibly in both Kingston and Sutton offices, and support working at home or flexible working patterns that enable you to tailor your working and personal life. We provide the equipment and tools to enable you to work flexibly, and in return ask you to use that flexibility to be creative and ambitious in the services we deliver.</p><p>There are some really exciting things happening in both boroughs. In Sutton, we are developing the London Cancer Hub, a world leading cancer research and treatment hub that will bring together professionals from across different sectors to identify and test new treatments and therapies. Over in Kingston, we are undertaking the largest housing regeneration programme ever delivered in the borough, building new energy efficient housing that will transform some of our oldest Council owned housing. Both boroughs have publicly committed to doing what they can to tackle the climate emergency and are investing in new technologies and societal change that will help bring carbon emissions down and improve our climate impact.</p><p>You should choose Kingston and Sutton if you are looking for an opportunity that will challenge you to deliver more, support you to achieve personal ambitions, and expect you to put borough residents at the heart of what you do.</p><p>Kingston is a beautiful Royal borough with a historic setting on the banks of the Thames with excellent schools and a bustling retail centre, all surrounded by open green spaces such as Richmond Park and Bushey Park, former recreation grounds for Tudor Kings and Queens. The Council is controlled by a Liberal Democrat Administration and has a council plan “Greener, Fairer, Safer, Together”, that sets out a vision to be a vibrant, diverse and inclusive borough where residents are active, empowered, engaged and able to remain independent and resilient. The Council engages with residents through a number of forums and events through the year, and like Sutton plays a leading role in developing the South West Region of London.</p><p>Sutton is a well connected attractive part of London that has a reputation for excellent schools, green and leafy open spaces, and a history that drives a thriving heritage and culture offer through our museums and libraries. The Council is controlled by a long established Liberal Democrat Administration and has high ambitions set out in its corporate plan “Ambitious for Sutton”, that will ensure Sutton remains a great place to live, work and raise a family. The Council plays a leading role in a number of local partnerships and places great emphasis on engaging effectively with its residents, listening to local voices and making their message heard across London Government.</p><p><strong>About the Service and Team</strong></p><p>This role is based in South West London, combining home working with time on site and in schools across Kingston, Sutton & Richmond when needed <strong></strong></p><p><strong>Make a Real Difference in Education HR</strong><strong><br></strong>Are you passionate about shaping positive workplace cultures in schools? Do you have the skills and experience to guide school leaders through complex employee relations matters? If so, we’d love to hear from you.</p><p>This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic shared HR service supporting schools in Kingston, Sutton, and Richmond – as well as schools outside these boroughs through our traded services. We're looking for an experienced Employee Relations Manager to join our Schools Team on a Full Time basis.</p><p></p><p><strong>About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate</strong></p><p>This is an influential role without line management responsibilities – perfect for someone who thrives as a subject matter expert, collaborating with peers and school leaders to drive real impact.</p><p>You’ll join a team of skilled ER Managers supporting schools and academies in delivering high-quality HR services. You’ll be advising on complex HR issues including disciplinary, grievance, ill health, restructuring, and TUPE, while also contributing to best-practice policy development and strategic workforce planning. You’ll work closely with headteachers, senior leaders, governors, and school business managers – not just solving problems, but proactively helping schools build strong teams and better futures for their staff and pupils.</p><p><strong>Our Ideal Candidate</strong><strong><br></strong>We want to hear from experienced ER professionals who understand the school environment and thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused role. Ideally, you will:</p><ul>\n<li>Have a strong background in managing employee relations casework, within schools or complex organisations.<br><br>\n</li>\n<li>Be confident in supporting change processes, including restructures and TUPE.<br><br>\n</li>\n<li>Be an excellent communicator, able to build trust with school leaders, staff, and unions.<br><br>\n</li>\n<li>Have a passion for improving workplace culture, engagement and equity in education settings.<br><br>\n</li>\n<li>Be confident in interpreting and writing policies that reflect employment law and practical application.<br><br>\n</li>\n<li>Be a team player who supports colleagues and contributes to shared goals and continuous improvement.<br>\n</li>\n</ul><p>Please state the days of the week you are available to work in your application, we require Monday availability.</p><p><strong>Our Offer to You</strong></p><p>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.</p><p>In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation.</p><p>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:</p><ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston or Sutton</li>\n<li>Flexible and agile working arrangements</li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Application Process</strong></p><p>Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.<br><br>The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. </p><p>We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the ‘Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme’ at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we’re incredibly proud of.</p><p>Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.</p><p><strong>Additional Information</strong></p><p>We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce.</p><p>As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role.</p><p>We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.</p><p>We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer and this means that everyone working at the Royal Borough of Kingston, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors and suppliers receive the London Living Wage. The real Living Wage is higher than the government’s minimum, or National Living Wage, and is an independently calculated hourly rate of pay that is based on the actual cost of living.</p><p>The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know\">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£45,510 - £50,574","publishDate":"2025-05-20T13:55:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-03T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/cff2c28d-5dc7-4d8b-aacc-003319e276a7.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2740e2b2-eee7-4e7b-879e-8bfaf4309839","title":"Facilities Manager","employer":"Reigate & Banstead Borough Council","department":"","location":"Town Hall, Reigate","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Job Title: </strong>Facilities Manager</p>\n<p><strong>Location of work: </strong>Town Hall, Reigate</p>\n<p><strong>Salary: </strong>£49,194 to £52,713</p>\n<p><strong>Basis: </strong>Permanent, Full Time</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>Do you have strong experience of providing facilities management services to a diverse property portfolio? Do you have proven experience in Contract Management, Health & Safety and Project Management? Then this is a job for you!</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Our dynamic Property Team are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Facilities Manager to help them support the Council’s 5-year plan including the Local Government Reorganisation. You will provide services and processes that support the core business of Reigate & Banstead’s property portfolio, which includes the Town Hall site, Maintenance Depots, Community Centres, Public Conveniences and Leisure & Recreational Premises. You will undertake a full range of building facilities duties including the management of day to day Responsive Repairs, Planned Maintenance Programmes and offer technical advice/support to other council staff including assisting with any office space planning / relocations.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Responsible for a small team delivering both the facilities management function, along with postal & reprographic services. There will also be a requirement for you to manage contractors and consultants in the delivery of contracts, preparing monthly progress/financial reports on both contracts and projects and ensure all Health & Safety standards and Statutory Compliance requirements are adhered to.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About the Person:</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>You should have proven experience in a similar role</li>\n<li>You will have Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management (IWFM) Level 4 or above or similar / or able to demonstrate significant experience in a similar role.</li>\n<li>in building surveying/contract administration</li>\n<li>You must have knowledge of construction, building principles /practices, construction contracts and contract administration</li>\n<li>You will have proven knowledge of Premise Health & Safety Compliance and associated legislation including the CDM Regulations A good knowledge of computer-based software (ie. Microsoft Office Suite) will be required</li>\n<li>A clean and valid driving Licence is essential</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We are looking for someone highly motivated and   capable, able to work well on your own, and as part of the management of the service, and be a supportive and pragmatic people manager.  You will be adaptable to the task in hand and willing to learn, while being confident to make process improvements where necessary.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Staff Benefits </strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>In exchange, we will offer support in continuing your personal and career development, in addition to providing a wide range of employment linked benefits.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We provide you with competitive annual leave and contribute 15% towards the LGPS pension scheme. You will also have access to a range of discounts including local and high street stores, and salary sacrifice schemes including a cycle lease scheme, and ‘Better’ leisure centre membership. We also provide a flexible and agile working culture for a great work/life balance.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date:</strong>  15 June</p>\n<p><strong>Interviews:</strong> due to be 19/20 June</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong> <em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Therefore, if you are interested, you are encouraged to submit your application as early as possible.</em></strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Values and Behaviours</strong></p>\n<p>Our great working environment, and the values and behaviours of every individual and team in the Council, help to evolve the culture of our organisation to become more commercial, innovative and embracing of change.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Successful applicants to our career opportunities will be able to demonstrate they share the values and behaviours we seek in our organisation.</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information</strong></p>\n<p>For any further information about the role, please e-mail Human.Resources@reigate-banstead.gov.uk</p>\n<p>We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, supporting the guaranteed interview scheme for disabled and ex-armed forces candidates, who meet the essential criteria for the role.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>See '<a href=\"http://www.reigate-banstead.gov.uk/info/20044/your_council/915/working_here\">Who we are</a>' as a council, to find out more about us.</p>\n<p>See below to view a Job Summary, Person Specification and Employment Pack.</p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Facilities, Manager","publishDate":"2025-05-16T23:05:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-15T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/14351c63-9294-4ed9-932f-ba27efde4bd0.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"13096b72-debf-458d-b040-fe11e7d3e63f","title":"Transport Operations Safety Manager","employer":"London Borough of Merton","department":"","location":"Merton","locationType":2,"description":"<h2 class=\"item0\">Advert Text</h2>\n<p>An exciting opportunity has arisen to work as an Transport Operations Safety Manager within Merton. The main duties will be,</p>\n<p>To ensure the effective and efficient management of driver safety and compliance services, ensuring the London Borough of Merton complies with its legal responsibilities and discharges its duty of care to all colleagues working in and around vehicles.</p>\n<p>To be the Council’s lead on-site officer for all matters relating to driver Health and Safety. Ensuring compliance with all current and evolving legislation, industry best practice and LBM Codes of Practice, ensuring that staff are appropriately briefed and trained.</p>\n<p>To be responsible for ensuring that all services are cost effective, adopting a commercial approach to all services, delivering to the highest possible standards and in accordance with legislative and regulatory requirements.</p>\n<p>To ensure the safe/comfortable travelling environment for all Merton Transport Services (MTS) managed passenger journeys.</p>\n<p>To provide expert advice and have knowledge of the use of third-party service providers to deliver transport solutions and support the undertaking of required inspections of vehicles and / or sites (depots) to confirm compliance.</p>\n<p>What we offer</p>\n<p>At Merton Council, we offer much more than just a competitive salary. We believe in supporting our staff, fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment, and creating opportunities for personal and professional growth. Here’s what you can expect when you join us:</p>\n<p>· A competitive salary and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.</p>\n<p>· Excellent holiday entitlement</p>\n<p>· A focus on development</p>\n<p>Working for Merton Council</p>\n<p>Merton is a dynamic and thriving borough, offering a unique blend of urban and green spaces, with Wimbledon’s world-renowned tennis courts and bustling local high streets. As part of our team, you’ll be joining an organisation that is driven by our shared values and commitment to the future of Merton.</p>\n<p>At Merton Council, we are Merton United—One Borough, One Team. We are committed to nurturing civic pride, building a sustainable future, and creating a borough where sport and active living are at the heart of our communities.</p>\n<p>We pride ourselves on creating a workplace that encourages creativity, supports wellbeing, and delivers real, tangible impacts in the community. Our values are:</p>\n<p>· We trust each other</p>\n<p>· We lead with integrity</p>\n<p>· We value inclusion</p>\n<p>· We collaborate</p>\n<p>· We create new things</p>\n<p>· We are proud</p>\n<p>Join Merton Council and become part of a forward-thinking team that truly makes a difference to the people who live and work in the borough.</p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"ME12 £42,324 - £46,512 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-16T10:34:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-30T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/57b30460-af34-4fd1-b8da-1d7ac214573d.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"39c83a87-2c40-466a-9a85-a60e321177e9","title":"Data Protection Officer","employer":"Tandridge District Council","department":"","location":"Tandridge District Council, The Council Offices, 8 Station Road East, Oxted, Surrey, United Kingdom","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Are you experienced in working in data protection and looking for a new challenge? Perhaps you’re looking to kickstart your career with an exciting new job, a development opportunity or looking for a more flexible role? If so, we have the opportunity for you!</p><p><strong>About the role</strong></p><p>Tandridge is an agile, ambitious and supportive place that puts people at the heart of everything it does. You will be valued not only for your expert knowledge but your willingness to be part of the bigger Tandridge transformation.</p><p>Ensuring compliance with UK General Data Practitioners Regulation (UK GDPR), Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), the Data Protection Act (DPA) and the Environmental Information Regulations (EIR) providing expert advice, promoting data protection compliance and best practice in setting and maintaining standards and procedures across the organisation.</p><p>Managing all aspects of the subject access process and responding to challenges including correspondence from the Information Commissioners Office.</p><p>Supporting service managers in creating data sharing agreements, undertaking data protection impact assessments across all business areas.</p><p>Managing communication from the LGO on complaints, supporting services areas to respond in a timely way and ensuring that they are providing all requested information in a timely way.</p><p><strong>Who we’re looking for</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Previous experience working within an information governance team/data privacy environment.</li>\n<li>Organised, Personable and kind – you will be willing to adopt the ambitions of Tandridge.</li>\n<li>A reflective and enthusiastic individual who will consider their personal contribution in serving our residents.</li>\n<li>Making decisions and working knowledge of the following legislation UK GDPR, FOIA, EIR and DPA.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of Sharepoint/Salesforce or other case management systems.</li>\n<li>Excellent communication skills and influencing vital decisions on disclosure.</li>\n<li>Produce high quality, concise and accurate documents to maintain the council reputation and mitigate risk to the council.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>What we offer </strong></p><p>When you join us your expertise, skills and experience will be valued, and your career development will be our priority.</p><p>We are committed to creating a collaborative and innovative environment which empowers you to thrive. You will be part of a friendly, supportive One Team culture with the chance to make a real difference.</p><p>We believe in balancing hard work with fun. Our active social team organises two to three events a year, ranging from Staff Awards, quiz nights to rounders in the park, helping the workplace to be productive and enjoyable. </p><p>We use Viva Engage to keep you connected and engaged and we hold regular face to face meetings, such as Chief Executive briefings to keep you in the loop.</p><p>We are conveniently located close to Oxted Station and have some on-site parking.</p><p>In addition to the stated pay, we offer membership and contributions towards the Local Government Pension Scheme, flexible working (giving you the opportunity to work from home for up to three days a week), flexi-time, payment of a relevant professional subscription and access to a discounted health scheme.</p><p>Please visit our website for more information about working for us www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs and download our Working for Tandridge guide. </p><p><strong>Diversity statement </strong></p><p>At Tandridge District Council, we pride ourselves on maintaining an inclusive workplace, ensuring equality, fairness, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do and good practice is embedded in the Council’s culture and services.</p><p>We welcome applications from all sectors of our community, including BAME, LGBTQ+ and all groups protected under the Equality Act.</p><p>Tandridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.</p><p><strong>Want to know more?</strong></p><p>If this sounds like your kind of challenge and you want to be part of our friendly and supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.</p><p>If you’d like to find out more, please read our role profile and specification, or for an informal discussion about the role, please e-mail Lidia Harrison, lharrison@tandridge.gov.uk </p><p><strong>Local Government Reorganisation</strong></p><p>Surrey is part of the government’s plans for local government reorganisation. This means the current two tier system, where services are split between Surrey County Council and district and borough councils like Tandridge, will be replaced with larger councils, which handle all local services.  </p><p>Although this may lead to some uncertainty for anyone considering a role with us, this process will take several years and during that time we still need to provide services.  </p><p>When local government is reorganised, most staff will transfer to the new council which may offer additional opportunities for career development and variety as part of a larger organisation. The majority of the roles we currently have will still be needed whether that is for planning, housing, recycling and waste, finance, IT, HR etc</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£26,133 - £29,048 pro rata salary","publishDate":"2025-05-14T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-29T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/6e6b5e03-2922-4408-a563-239eba81fc86.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f7f5a522-e6e4-48df-bdf4-6f71e60adc9d","title":"GIS Data Engineer","employer":"Tunbridge Wells Borough Council","department":"","location":"Town Hall","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Are you passionate about leveraging Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and data analytics to drive innovation and improve public services? Tunbridge Wells Borough Council is seeking a dynamic and skilled GIS Data Engineer to join our Digital Services Team. In this pivotal role, you will support the Council and its partners in making informed decisions and enhancing operations through cutting-edge GIS and data analysis services. If you are ready to make a significant impact by ensuring the accuracy and accessibility of spatial data, we want to hear from you!</p>\n<h2>Key responsibilities</h2>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Data Harvesting and Analysis:</strong> Identify and develop opportunities to collect data from various sources. Analyse and interpret data to generate meaningful insights and present findings to stakeholders.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Data Management and Analysis:</strong> Work with large datasets across multiple systems and sources. Compile and analyse data to produce comprehensive reports and ensure data accuracy, security, and integrity.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>GIS Web Applications Development and Support:</strong> Develop, manage, and support internal and external GIS applications. Provide multi-level support to users and oversee the servers hosting GIS software.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Corporate GIS Information Maintenance:</strong> Maintain and publish the Council’s corporate GIS information, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Respond to information requests from internal and external customers.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Service Improvement and Development:</strong> Actively seek business/service improvements. Develop and maintain web-based GIS systems to deliver quality services to Council Officers, Councillors, and external customers.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Data Integration:</strong> Integrate data held within the corporate GIS database with data from other systems. Identify efficiencies and improve service delivery by linking these datasets.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Customer and Stakeholder Support:</strong> Act as the first point of contact for GIS-related enquiries. Provide training and technical assistance to GIS users and develop user documentation.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Strategic Responsibilities:</strong> Integrate GIS data with other systems to create unified views of information. Encourage the adoption of GIS tools and practices among staff and manage the review and future planning of GIS infrastructure.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Operational Responsibilities:</strong> Monitor system performance, troubleshoot technical issues, and deploy critical patches. Ensure the GIS data held in the corporate GIS database is accurate, secure, and up-to-date.</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>Why join us</h2>\n<p>Join us in shaping the future of GIS and data analytics at Tunbridge Wells Borough Council. Apply today and become part of a team dedicated to excellence and innovation! This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation that values its staff and invests in their development. You will be part of a friendly and supportive team that works collaboratively to achieve shared goals.</p>\n<p>We offer a range of additional perks and rewards, including:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>26 days annual leave (increasing to 29 days after 5 years of continuous Local Government service) plus an additional three days in December and bank holidays.</li>\n<li>Access to Health Assured's EAP to help balance everyday life with work and home requirements.</li>\n<li>Membership of the Local Government (CARE – Career Average Revalued Earnings) Pension Scheme.</li>\n<li>A hybrid working model with opportunities to work from home and in an office environment, and a flexible working policy subject to business needs.</li>\n<li>Invaluable training opportunities for continuing professional development.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>If you are excited about this position and meet the essential criteria, we would love to hear from you!</p>\n<h2>How to Apply:</h2>\n<p>To find out more, take a look at the Job Description and Person Specification below. For an informal discussion about this post, you can contact David Bonninga, Digital Services Team Manager, on 01892 554238 or <a href=\"mailto:david.bonninga@tunbridgewells.gov.uk\">david.bonninga@tunbridgewells.gov.uk</a>.</p>\n<p>Stay up to date with our latest vacancies and what it’s like to work here by following us on Twitter @TWBC_Jobs and LinkedIn @TWellsCouncil.</p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£37,259","publishDate":"2025-05-14T10:23:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-06T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/97b70cfc-c85e-4ec6-9e90-f37736db0d8d.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d5dee895-1c74-4ba6-b72e-3f32a63dd8d5","title":"Specialist Safeguarding Nurse","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Sutton","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>About the Borough</strong></p><p>In Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. 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We now have an opportunity to improve local services for our children, focusing in particular on improving school readiness, mental health and wellbeing and SEND provision.</p><p>The Safeguarding Children Team aims to ensure that all children and young people are effectively protected when using our services; that processes are robust for the early detection and any subsequent referral, and that colleagues are adequately supported to carry out such work. The team provides safeguarding supervision, expert advice and deliver safeguarding training within Sutton.   </p><p>For more information on the role and the service, please download the Candidate Pack which can be found towards the bottom of the page. For an informal discussion, feel free to contact the Children's Health Team - Jean Crate, Service Manager (<a href=\"mailto:jean.crate@sutton.gov.uk\">jean.crate@sutton.gov.uk</a>)</p><p><strong>About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate</strong></p><p>The Specialist Safeguarding Nurse for children will work within the safeguarding health team and with oher safeguarding children teams within the London Borough of Sutton and within Epsom and St Helier NHS Trust, as well as with the Designated Nurse at Sutton ICB. </p><p>The post holder will promote good practice and effective communication with the named nurse,across the Council and within the Trust, and between other NHS partners and all external agencies on matters relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. </p><p>The Specialist Safeguarding nurse will be led by the Named Nurse and work with a number of specialist safeguarding nurses.</p><p><strong>Our Offer to You</strong></p><p>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.</p><p>In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.</p><p>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:</p><ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li>\n<li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year </li>\n<li>Three volunteering days per year in Sutton</li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Car parking scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Application Process</strong></p><p>Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.</p><p>To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.</p><p>The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. 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As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.</p><p>We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.</p><p>The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know\">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance.</p><p>#LI-SR1</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£47,532 - £55,620 (£57,663 unconsolidated maximum)","publishDate":"2025-05-14T08:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-04T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/8ba6afc5-4526-4d69-bfb6-30aa63ed925f.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"82095666-0c71-4fd7-84ce-b7c7b4fcc515","title":"Health Visitor","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Sutton","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>About the Borough</strong></p><p>In Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. 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There’s also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.</p><p><strong>About the Service and Team</strong></p><p>Join our Specialist Public Health (0-19) Service, covering Cheam and South Sutton, Carshalton, Wallington, and Central Sutton. Our Health Visiting and School Nursing teams are dedicated to improving outcomes for children and families, with a focus on school readiness, mental health and well-being, and enhancing SEND provision.</p><p>We proudly deliver the <strong>Healthy Child Programme</strong> for children aged 0–19, providing a comprehensive range of support to families in our community.</p><p><strong>Why Work With Us?</strong></p><ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Comprehensive Training and Development:</strong> We are passionate about supporting our staff to grow. Whether your interests lie in leadership, specialist areas such as speech and language, perinatal mental health, or working with children with additional needs, we provide tailored training and personal development opportunities to help you progress your career.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Innovation and Collaboration:</strong> We actively encourage innovation and ambition, empowering staff to contribute their ideas to enhance our service. Your voice matters here, and together, we continually strive to improve outcomes for Sutton’s residents.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Modern and Flexible Working Environment:</strong> Embrace a modern approach to working with flexible options to work from our main bases, on the move, or at home. 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Your practice will be guided by the four principles of health visiting:</p><ul>\n<li>Searching for health needs</li>\n<li>Raising health awareness</li>\n<li>Influencing health-related policies</li>\n<li>Facilitating health-enhancing activities</li>\n</ul><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Deliver the <strong>Healthy Child Programme</strong> to Sutton’s families with a focus on quality and impact.</li>\n<li>Identify health needs early and provide tailored interventions to help children reach their full potential.</li>\n<li>Ensure vulnerable children are supported with timely, effective care and interventions.</li>\n</ul><p>We’re seeking a compassionate, adaptable professional who thrives in collaborative environments, values evidence-based practice, and is eager to make a meaningful difference in the community.</p><p><strong>Our Offer to You</strong></p><p>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.</p><p>In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.</p><p>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:</p><ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li>\n<li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year </li>\n<li>Three volunteering days per year in Sutton</li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Car parking scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Application Process</strong></p><p>Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.</p><p>To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.</p><p>The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.</p><p><strong>Additional Information</strong></p><p>We pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing\">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. 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We provide the equipment and tools to enable you to work flexibly, and in return ask you to use that flexibility to be creative and ambitious in the services we deliver.</p><p>There are some really exciting things happening in both Sutton and Kingston. We are developing the London Cancer Hub, a world leading cancer research and treatment hub that will bring together professionals from across different sectors to identify and test new treatments and therapies. We are undertaking the largest housing regeneration programme ever delivered in Kingston, building new energy efficient housing that will transform some of our oldest Council owned housing. Both boroughs have publicly committed to doing what they can to tackle the climate emergency and are investing in new technologies and societal change that will help bring carbon emissions down and improve our climate impact.</p><p>You should choose Sutton and Kingston if you are looking for an opportunity that will challenge you to deliver more, support you to achieve personal ambitions, and expect you to put borough residents at the heart of what you do.</p><p>Sutton is a well connected attractive part of London that has a reputation for excellent schools, green and leafy open spaces, and a history that drives a thriving heritage and culture offer through our museums and libraries. The Council is controlled by a long established Liberal Democrat Administration and has high ambitions set out in its corporate plan “Ambitious for Sutton”, that will ensure Sutton remains a great place to live, work and raise a family. The Council plays a leading role in a number of local partnerships and places great emphasis on engaging effectively with its residents, listening to local voices and making their message heard across London Government.</p><p>Kingston is a beautiful Royal borough with a historic setting on the banks of the Thames with excellent schools and a bustling retail centre, all surrounded by open green spaces such as Richmond Park and Bushey Park, former recreation grounds for Tudor Kings and Queens. The Council is controlled by a Liberal Democrat Administration and has a council plan “Greener, Fairer, Safer, Together”, that sets out a vision to be a vibrant, diverse and inclusive borough where residents are active, empowered, engaged and able to remain independent and resilient. The Council engages with residents through a number of forums and events through the year, and like Sutton plays a leading role in developing the South West Region of London.</p><p><strong>About the Service and Team</strong></p><p>The Royal Borough of Kingston and the London Borough of Sutton employ nearly 500 staff across its shared services in HR, Finance, Customer Service, Neighbourhoods, Environment  and ICT. This is a highly rewarding way of working that will help you develop new skills as you manage relationships and provide a consistent service across multiple partners. </p><p>These roles would be regarded as “front line” service delivery roles. Here, role holders are directly accountable for performance, often through the direct control of significant resources or through managed contracts. These roles may also deliver some of their results through collaborative working with co-producers or other third party agencies.</p><p>At the lower levels, operational managers may oversee a department or team and at the lowest levels, direct contact with service users will be a common feature of roles in this job family. At the higher levels, they may be in charge of a department, large operational area or the management of significant contracts and may be ultimately accountable for ensuring compliance with statutory obligations.</p><p><strong>About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate</strong></p><p>Working within the Shared Finance Service Accounts Receivable Team to maximise the daily income collection and enforcement process to both Councils through effective, responsive processing activity.</p><ul>\n<li>Deliver core service activities under the close supervision of a more senior member of staff.</li>\n<li>Manage the resolution of complex customer complaints/issues within area of expertise, escalating where appropriate.</li>\n<li>Maintain regular communication with other internal or external service providers to ensure efficient and coordinated service delivery.</li>\n<li>Create and populate basic databases to hold and manage information and service information to support senior officers in managing the service.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Our Offer to You</strong></p><p>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.</p><p>In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.</p><p>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:</p><ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li>\n<li>Three volunteering days per year in Sutton or Kingston</li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Car parking scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Application Process</strong></p>Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.<br><br>The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. <p><strong>Additional Information</strong></p><p>We pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing\">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.</p><p>We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.</p><p>The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. 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Business Support Officer

London Borough of Sutton

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Band 1B

Sutton (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Housing Advice Officer

Sevenoaks District Council

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£34,072 - £36,830

Sevenoaks District Council (Hybrid)

Posted 1 day 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 1 day ago

Lead Democratic & Electoral Services Officer

Tandridge District Council

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£34,072

Tandridge District Council, The Council Offices, 8 Station Road East, Oxted, Surrey, United Kingdom (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Closing in 6 days

Temporary Data Input Case Officer

Tandridge District Council

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National minimum wage dependent on age

Tandridge District Council, The Council Offices, 8 Station Road East, Oxted, Surrey, United Kingdom (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Property and Regeneration Lawyer – Commercial and Contracts Legal Team

London Borough of Bromley

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£48,000 - £59,998 (dependent on experience).

Bromley (Hybrid)

Posted 2 days ago

Sustainable Transport Officer

London Borough of Sutton

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£37,068 - £40,755

Kingston (On-Site)

Posted 2 days ago

Paralegal

Tandridge District Council

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£29,273 - £31,867

Tandridge District Council, The Council Offices, 8 Station Road East, Oxted, Surrey, United Kingdom (On-Site)

Posted 2 days ago

Customer Services Advisor (Full Time)

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

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£25,206 - £27,948

Tonbridge Castle (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Waking Night - Residential Care Support Workers

London Borough of Sutton

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£37,068 - £43,299 (£45,510 unconsolidated maximum)

Sutton (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Child Protection Chair - Children Social Care

London Borough of Sutton

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£47,532 - £55,620 (£57,663 unconsolidated maximum)

Sutton (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Occupational Therapy Assistant

West Sussex County Council

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£26409 - £27711 per annum

Crawley (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Employee Relations Manager - Schools

London Borough of Sutton

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£45,510 - £50,574

Kingston (On-Site)

Posted 4 days ago

Facilities Manager

Reigate & Banstead Borough Council

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Facilities, Manager

Town Hall, Reigate (Hybrid)

Posted 7 days ago

Closing in 6 days

Transport Operations Safety Manager

London Borough of Merton

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ME12 £42,324 - £46,512 per annum

Merton (Hybrid)

Posted 8 days ago

Closing in 5 days

Data Protection Officer

Tandridge District Council

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£26,133 - £29,048 pro rata salary

Tandridge District Council, The Council Offices, 8 Station Road East, Oxted, Surrey, United Kingdom (On-Site)

Posted 9 days ago

GIS Data Engineer

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council

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£37,259

Town Hall (Hybrid)

Posted 10 days ago

Specialist Safeguarding Nurse

London Borough of Sutton

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£47,532 - £55,620 (£57,663 unconsolidated maximum)

Sutton (On-Site)

Posted 10 days ago

Health Visitor

London Borough of Sutton

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£40,755 - £48,531 (£50,574 unconsolidated maximum)

Sutton (On-Site)

Posted 10 days ago

Closing in 3 days

Finance Officer

London Borough of Sutton

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£31,986 - £34,416 (£35,448 unconsolidated maximum)

Sutton (On-Site)

Posted 11 days ago

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