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Your work programme will provide you with the opportunity to develop your skills and build your experience for an assured future career.\nThe team is responsible for:\n• Development of the Medium-Term Financial Strategy, Capital Strategy and the Treasury Management Strategy Statement\n• Co-ordination, management and accounting for corporate funds\n• Compilation, governance and funding of the Authority’s capital programme\n• Responsible for financial asset management accounting (including leasing)\n• provide financial analysis and support for major schemes/projects\n• maintenance and development of financial systems\n• lead on risk management within the Authority\n• liaison with budget and service managers\nGiven our proposed investment in you we are looking for individuals with a proven good exam technique who are committed to Merton and its goals.","shortDescription":"Training opportunity for public sector CCAB qualified accountants in Merton, involving on-the-job experience, with an emphasis on financial strategy and analysis.","salaryDescription":"Grade / Salary - ME8 - ME13 - £34,416- £50,574 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-04T09:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-28T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/605cfeb6-dd96-495d-958e-c51363312e8f.png","score":1,"featured":true,"enhanced":true},{"id":"2e81a2e1-c304-4451-b149-6ae52eed2bd7","title":"Senior Accountant SEN Funding","employer":"London Borough of Merton","department":"","location":"Merton","locationType":3,"description":"<h2 class=\"item0\">Advert Text</h2>\nSenior Accountant SEN Funding\nAn opportunity has arisen for a proactive and customer focused individual to join the Council’s high performing Finance team, supporting the Children, Lifelong Learning and Families Department in a part-time role.\nThe main role of this post will be:\n<ul>\n<li>To manage the process of funding transfers in respect of pupils with SEN from other local authority areas who are attending LBM schools, and vice versa.</li>\n<li>To work with schools to assist in the preparation, analysis and monitoring of budgets associated with income related to pupils from other local authority areas.</li>\n<li>To analyse and present financial information to assist decision-making, and for the purposes of financial accounting, grant claims, government returns, etc.</li>\n</ul>\nThe post would be well suited to an individual who is AAT qualified or has completed stage 1 of a professional accountancy qualification. The successful candidate will be very comfortable working with figures and will have some experience with financial monitoring or budgeting. To succeed in the role, you should be a team player with the ability to prioritise. Good communication skills are essential, as a key part of the role will involve developing relationships with schools and contacts in other local authorities.\nFor informal chat about this role, please contact Charles Quaye on Charles.Quaye@Merton.gov.uk.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Grade/Salary ME11 £40,755 - £43,299 per annum pro-rata 7 hours per week","publishDate":"2025-04-22T14:58:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-06T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/d9d20b48-e07a-4310-9291-00a2af62910e.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9f4646fb-54e5-4025-a8a3-dfff65236fb8","title":"Senior Client Finance Officer","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Sutton","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough : Joining us, you get to work for not just one high performing London Borough, but two. Sutton and Kingston 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. We work flexibly in both Sutton and Kingston 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. About the Service and Team : The Client Finance Team is responsible for managing the finances and welfare benefits of vulnerable residents in our borough who are unable to manage their finances themselves. The team works closely with the DWP, colleagues in Adult Social Care and also vulnerable adults. About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : About the role To lead a small team of three officers. Ensure the team adheres to internal audit requirements, as well as adhering to the Office of Public Guardian and local authority duties under the Care Act 2014. Ensure the work of the team is kept to a high standard. <ul>\n<li> Deliver client finance advice and guidance in broad area of expertise to ensure customer needs are met. </li>\n<li> Identify and implement improvements in own work area in order to deliver continuous service improvement and improved outcomes to customers. </li>\n<li> Regularly communicate with internal customers to share information and build working relationships to support collaborative working. </li>\n<li> Keep up to date with changes in relevant policy and legislation to ensure delivery in own work area is effective and complies with appropriate regulations/statutory guidance </li>\n<li> Manage a small team of staff to ensure they are delivering services within agreed standards 3 FTE Client Finance Officers and 0.5 FTE Protection of Property Officer </li>\n</ul> About you The successful candidate will have experience in leading a small team/ have previous supervisory experience. Local authority finance experience would be desirable. You will be a people focused person with a good eye for detail and good communication skills. Our Offer to You : 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. 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. Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<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>Application Process : 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. 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. Additional Information : 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\" title=\"Workforce Equalities Report - Highlights\">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. 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. 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.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£37,068 - £43,299 (£45,510 unconsolidated maximum)","publishDate":"2025-04-21T03:01:16.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-05T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/14c5a51b-a428-45b1-9a7b-75a265e35362.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"47d4816f-d21c-46bf-a3b4-c63b8953a45f","title":"Archive Family History Centre Manager","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Sutton","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough : 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. 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. 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. 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. About the Service and Team : Sutton Council's Cultural Services is made up of a network of eight public libraries, three heritage houses, an archive and Family History Centre, and a year-round cultural programme for all ages. The Archive and Family History Centre Manager will lead the development and delivery of a customer facing Archive within Sutton Council's Cultural Services, working with partners, communities and volunteers to maximise collections engagement and sustainability in Sutton. The successful candidate will be expected to:<ul>\n<li> manage local and archive collections, including storage, preservation, acquisitions, disposal, documentation and cataloguing within international standards, ensuring that the best service is provided within allocated resources. </li>\n<li> develop a sustainable strategy for the recording and preservation of all digital assets in the collection. </li>\n<li> prepare agreed funding bids and manage resulting projects. </li>\n<li> lead the migration of all legacy data from the Collections Management System to Axiell Collections. </li>\n<li> advise and provide technical specification for archival requirements as part of the Council's planned move to the new Civic Hub in 2029, collating relevant data and producing reports for the service and senior management as required. </li>\n</ul>About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : An exciting opportunity within Sutton Council's Archive and Family History Centre, with a focus on supporting the move to a new Civic Hub. About you The successful candidate will:<ul>\n<li> have an ARA recognised Archive qualification and experience of working in a busy public searchroom. </li>\n<li> have experience in heritage environments, with a strong grasp of archival policies, and collections management. </li>\n<li> be highly organised, self-motivated, able to show initiative and passionate about this area of expertise. </li>\n<li> have technical and professional skill and knowledge of using collections management software and specialist Archive equipment, some experience migrating data is desirable. </li>\n<li> have experience of coordinating, supervising and motivating volunteers. </li>\n<li> have the skills to produce meaningful reports for senior management, in order to make recommendations for service improvements and contribute to the delivery of key corporate objectives and the Cultural Strategy. </li>\n</ul>Our Offer to You : 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. 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. Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<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>Application Process : 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. 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. 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. Additional Information : 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\" title=\"Workforce Equalities Report - Highlights\">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. 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. 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.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£37,068 - £43,299 (£45,510 unconsolidated maximum)","publishDate":"2025-04-18T03:01:51.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-28T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/cf29bb15-dc77-4d01-b71b-01646183f0e7.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"12e169ca-6d45-46f0-a31b-a2c5525685c2","title":"Public Health Consultant","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Sutton","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough : 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. 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. 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. 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. About the Service and Team : The Public Health team in Sutton is a busy and dynamic team. We are forward-looking with ambitions to significantly improve the health and wellbeing of our borough's population and reduce health inequalities. Good health matters to individuals and society but we don't all have the same opportunities to live healthy lives. We believe that everyone deserves equal opportunities for good health. Health inequalities arise because of the conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work and age. These conditions influence people's opportunities for good health and shape their mental health, physical health and wellbeing. Evidence shows that people living in our most deprived areas face the worst health inequalities in relation to health access, experiences and outcomes. About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : Fancy a Career in Public Health? Sutton Needs You! Want to make a real difference in a vibrant London borough? Come join our Public Health team in Sutton! We're looking for a passionate and progressive Public Health Consultant to help us improve the health and wellbeing of our residents. Sutton is a diverse and dynamic place, and we're committed to tackling health inequalities and creating a healthier community for everyone. This is a fixed-term locum consultant role for six months initially. About the role: You'll be a key player in shaping public health in Sutton and your responsibilities will include<ul>\n<li> Working with the DPH to provide expert advice to the Council and partner organisations on a wide range of public health issues. </li>\n<li> Working collaboratively with stakeholders across the public, private, and voluntary sectors to address health inequalities and improve population health. </li>\n<li> Developing and implementing evidence-based public health strategies and interventions. </li>\n<li> Monitoring and evaluating the impact of public health interventions and ensuring continuous improvement. </li>\n<li> Helping to coach and develop junior colleagues in the team </li>\n</ul> What you'll bring: You are<ul>\n<li> Experienced in the world of public health, from planning, to doing, to checking results and impact. </li>\n<li> A great leader and communicator who is able to get everyone on board. </li>\n<li> A whiz at analyzing data and able to make smart decisions to solve problems. </li>\n<li> A believer in the ability of local government to improve the health of residents: and you have the judgement and ability to contribute to and influence corporate ambitions. </li>\n<li> Passionate about fairness and making sure everyone has a chance to be healthy. </li>\n<li> Interested in working with communities to build resilience to tackle health inequalities </li>\n<li> Determined to make the case for prevention and committed to strengthening local research and evaluation. </li>\n</ul>Our Offer to You : 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. 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. Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li> Good salary - LBS Grade 12 £92,223 - £117,679. </li>\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 ( Continued contributions to NHS Pension Scheme where applicable) \n</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> Interested? Please contact <a href=\"mailto:cmtsupport@sutton.gov.uk\"> cmtsupport@sutton.gov.uk </a> to arrange a chat with Imran Choudhury our current Director of Public Health. We can't wait to hear from you! Application Process : 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. 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. 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. Additional Information : 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\" title=\"Workforce Equalities Report - Highlights\">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. 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. 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. #LI-SR1","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£92,223 - £112,283 (£117,679 unconsolidated maximum)","publishDate":"2025-04-17T03:01:13.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-02T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/f3de623e-c1c0-44f0-8c8d-7b1c66898dcf.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9175fdca-1466-44e0-83c7-45f808aa3604","title":"ASYE Academy - Adults and Children's","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Sutton","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough : 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. 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. 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. 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. About the Service and Team : The Ofsted inspection of Children's Services rated us as 'Good' and 'Outstanding' for leadership of services, highlighting aspirational children's services being delivered for children and families in Sutton. Effective partnership working is key to achieving our ambitions. Our ASYE programme is delivered jointly between adults and children social care and is supported by highly experienced and dedicated ASYE assessors who are qualified Practice Educators. You will have a comprehensive induction, regular supervision and protected study time to complete a portfolio of evidence which includes: self-assessments, direct observations, critical reflection logs, and setting learning objectives for your professional development plan. You will take part in professionally facilitated Action Learning Sets, and a wide range of training and other learning opportunities to help you develop your knowledge, understanding, skills and confidence to take on more complex cases as you progress through the programme. We want you to flourish as you grow and develop in your social work practice, and you will be aided by a supportive management and team environment. About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : Newly Qualified Social Worker (ASYE) Academy - Children and Adults Do you have the potential to make a visible difference to the lives of children & adults and their families to help us meet care and support needs across our borough as a Newly Qualified Social Worker (ASYE) at the London Borough of Sutton? Salary - £40,755 - £48,531 (£50,574 unconsolidated maximum) per annum (grade 8) - Please note all successful applicants will be placed at spinal point 28 - £40,755 per annum Full-time: 36 hours per week The London Borough of Sutton is looking to recruit our next cohort of Newly Qualified Social Workers to start their Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE). We are delighted that we have a high success and retention rate of our previous cohorts, who we are very proud of. In fact - some of our earlier ASYE are now in management positions! If you have recently completed (within the last 2 years) or are currently in the process of completing your social work qualification, and are a motivated and committed individual with the passion and enthusiasm to embark on the challenge of working within a local authority, then we want to hear from you. Sutton is a culturally diverse borough, with excellent links to central London and a range of staff benefits available, it's a great place to start your social work career. Our programme is offered to individuals who are interested in either Children or Adult Services. PLEASE NOTE: WHEN COMPLETING YOUR APPLICATION SPECIFY YOUR PREFERENCE FOR EITHER CHILDREN'S OR ADULTS SERVICES Sutton's Children's Services are committed to delivering services that make a real visible difference for children and their families. In Sutton we want to be excellent in everything we do and have plans in place to support us. We were judged as Good by Ofsted in the 2016 inspection - report published on 13/02/17. Our journey to Outstanding continues. Our monitoring visits have been very positive, highlighting our approach to the Restorative model of practice. Our latest Inspection published in February 2022 rated us as outstanding for leadership - so you will thrive within our service Sutton Adult's services are committed in delivering excellent services to Adults and their families within the borough by using a Strength based approach to empower Adults and their families to support wellbeing in regaining and maintaining their independence. Adult services constantly strives towards excellence ensuring the most vulnerable adults in the borough are safeguarded. The ASYE programme is delivered within a social work academy framework. The programme is designed to offer our Newly Qualified Social Workers the maximum opportunity to develop their social work practice and knowledge based on the Knowledge and Skills Statement for Child and Family Practitioners and Social Workers in Adult services. We offer a protected caseload for the duration of the ASYE programme, a comprehensive programme of learning and development opportunities, and regular individual and group reflective supervision. Our standards are high for our residents so join us on this incredible journey. We are welcoming applications from Newly Qualified Social Workers who are able to show initiative, leadership, and a commitment to working in a busy local authority environment and can develop individual practice and our services to an outstanding standard with the support of the Senior Leadership Team. Our Offer to You : 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. 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. Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<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>Application Process : 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. 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. 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. Additional Information : 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\" title=\"Workforce Equalities Report - Highlights\">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. 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. 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.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£40,755 - £48,531 (£50,574 unconsolidated maximum)","publishDate":"2025-04-17T03:01:13.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-28T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/ae4d6e0e-71ae-449d-9ae6-adc127f09b34.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"a7b76138-0666-481f-a0f6-37bf11662ba8","title":"Social Worker or Advanced Social Worker - Family Safeguarding","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"West Sussex, Hampshire, Based in Horsham or Chichester, but working countywide , Based in Crawley, Based in Chichester","locationType":3,"description":"About the JobSalary: £44,015 - £56,545 (inclusive of 12.5% Market Rate Supplement and Crawley Weighting Allowance) Contract: Fixed Term for Maternity/Parental Leave Cover Working Pattern: Full time, hybrid working 37 hours per week Location: Crawley<img src=\"https://static.lumessetalentlink.com/repository/NDgzQF9AL2ltYWdlcy80ODcvZmJkYmUxMGU3YjliNTk5MjU4OWJmNjQ1NTU5NDZjNjQucG5n.png?1731334085892\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\">Join our Family Safeguarding East Team in our offered Social Worker or Advanced Social Worker role, and you will be undertaking meaningful evidence-based interventions to facilitate positive change for children and families within a supportive team environment.We are looking for passionate, motivated, and resilient social workers who are excited by a different way of delivering support to children and families to enable lasting change. You will have specialist knowledge of social work practice and expertise to take the lead in complex situations, with the support of our fantastic small practice teams. You will work within a positive, stable team environment where successes are celebrated and individuals have a fantastic platform to develop and grow their skillsets.Family Safeguarding is a whole family strengths-based approach to safeguarding children who may be in need of support or at risk of harm. We work with families with children aged 0-18years to help them identify and make real changes, so that they can stay together, and children can remain safely at home. Our teams are co-located multi-disciplinary teams that include specialist adult practitioners from domestic abuse (to support both victims and perpetrators), substance use/recovery and mental health services ensure that families are getting support at the right time.Internal candidates wishing to apply for this role will be considered for a secondment position. Please can you therefore discuss and agree this with your manager before applying for this position.Rewards & BenefitsAt West Sussex County Council we aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where you can achieve your full potential, gain a healthy work-life balance, and are rewarded for the work you do with clear pathways to achieve your future aspirations. A few examples of these include:<ul>\n<li>Flexible and hybrid working options within your small practice teams, managed by a Team Manager and supported by Child & Family Workers as well as additional flexible administrative support from Coordinators embedded within the service.</li>\n<li>Regular group supervision and peer learning alongside specialist roles within the team to focus on the most vulnerable children.</li>\n<li>We pay your Social Worker England registration fee.</li>\n<li>Excellent learning and development provisions with 5 CPD and training days per year and access to Research in Practice and Community Care Inform.</li>\n<li>An excellent <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/about-the-council/pensions/\">local government pension scheme</a>\n</li>\n<li>Generous holiday entitlement of up to 29 days (plus opportunity to buy additional leave)</li>\n<li>Health and wellbeing benefits including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and Voluntary Health Cash Plans.</li>\n</ul>For a full list this can be found at our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits page.</a>Skills & ExperienceJust some of the skills and experience you will need include:<ul>\n<li>Analyse and interpret complex information and data, being able to prioritise needs and devise plans for intervention and provision.</li>\n<li>Proactively work as a member of the team to make accurate assessments of needs and negotiate and implement effective outcomes.</li>\n<li>Develop strong relationships, working alongside carers, colleagues and external agencies to deliver an effective service.</li>\n<li>Communicate clearly and effectively in both written and oral format, including the ability to explain complicated information to a variety of people and use negotiation and persuasion skills to encourage others to adopt a course of action they may not wish to take.</li>\n</ul><ul>\n<li>A recognised Social Work qualification e.g. Degree in Social Work, Post Graduate Certificate in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent as recognised by the relevant professional body.</li>\n<li>Completion of relevant post qualifying training.</li>\n<li>Registration with the relevant professional registration body and maintaining registration with that body.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of theoretical Social Work concepts and practices, with demonstrable examples of dealing with a breadth of complex issues and situations, for example, attachment, impact of developmental trauma and child development, motivational interviewing, relational practice, solution-focussed interventions and systemic working. A good understanding of anti-oppressive, anti-discriminatory and anti-racist practice in social work.</li>\n<li>You will need to be able to travel independently around the county, including to areas that may not be easily accessible by public transport. Pool cars are available.</li>\n</ul>For a full list of key skills and experience for the Advanced Social Worker or Social Worker role, please refer to the appropriate job description attached when applying.About UsHere at West Sussex County Council, we are ambitious for our children and our workforce. We have made great improvements in our service for the children and families in West Sussex over 5 years. You will join us as at a key time on our continuous improvement journey; the service you would be joining has a stable workforce with manageable caseloads and a fully permanent management team. We are proud of the work we do and we are proud to be a supportive and inclusive employer.That's why we need professionals, like you, who really want to be part of the positive change that is happening for children. Be part of an ambitious ongoing improvement plan and make a significant difference to children and families in West Sussex. There has never been a more rewarding time to join.For further information about us and about working in Children's Social Care at West Sussex County Council, please visit <a href=\"http://www.westsussex.gov.uk/CSCR\">Careers in children's social work in West Sussex</a>.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05581.For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Heidi Farr at and for issues or queries regarding your application please contact <a href=\"mailto:\"></a>.To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and complete our application form. In your application form please outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the appropriate job description) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to Social Work England registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a> page.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£38626 - £49764 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-17T02:10:57.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-05T02:10:57.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/96e47697-1a8d-442e-992e-14b3d7cceb55.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"eb9b375f-ae4c-4f31-b824-9f6267f99570","title":"Family Support Lead","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Crawley, West Sussex","locationType":3,"description":"About UsThe Family Time Team arrange and deliver sessions where Children's Social Care Services are required to supervise a child's time with a parent or family members with whom they are not resident.About The JobSalary: £39,187- £42,072 (includes Crawley Weighting Allowance) Contract: Secondment or Fixed Term, maternity cover Working Pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week Location: Office based at Teasel Close, CrawleyInternal candidates wishing to apply for this role will be considered for a secondment position. Please can you therefore discuss and agree this with your manager before applying for this position.We're recruiting for a Family Support Lead to join our team based at our Family Time Centre in Crawley, whose leadership will support children to have safe, supportive and enriching family time sessions.As a key member of the team, the Family Support Lead will act as a lead professional responsible for delivering an operational service to families who access or need it. You will work in a multi-agency way to ensure children are central to all coordinated responses. You will support the team and colleagues within the service, carrying out regular management oversight and making the initial decisions on risk level to ensure the service meet the needs of children and families. You will ensure clients receive regular feedback and progress regarding their cases from agencies and organisations.We are looking for a confident and resilient leader who can effectively motivate their team and manage expectations across a range of multi-disciplinary services. You will thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment and demonstrate exceptional organisational to manage the high volume of referrals this team receives. You will have excellent IT skills, particularly with Excel spreadsheets. You will handle potentially volatile scenarios and navigate conflict with professionalism, while always prioritising the safety and wellbeing of all involved. A successful candidate will be passionate about creating positive and enriching experiences for the children we support.As the needs of families do not always fit into traditional working hours, and in order to deliver the best outcomes for children and families, it is expected that the Family Support Lead will be flexible with regular working hours. The role also requires you to be able to travel throughout the County including to locations that are not always easily accessible by public transport.Experience and SkillsJust some of the key skills required for the role: <ul>\n<li>Excellent crisis management skills with the ability to deal with stressful, difficult situations and the leadership ability to motivate others to provide the highest possible level of service to families and Social Care.</li>\n<li>Good assessment skills, with the ability to analyse and interpret complex and varied people-related information and data in order to prioritise needs and to negotiate and implement effective support and service provision.</li>\n<li>Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with families in crisis and manage conflict, containing anxieties and working within the boundaries of the role.</li>\n<li>Excellent advisory, guiding, negotiating and persuasive skills in order to encourage others to adopt a particular course of action.</li>\n<li>Computer literacy with sound and accurate IT skills, particularly with excel, and the ability to maintain databases and appropriate records.</li>\n<li>Educated to degree level or equivalent level of significant experience demonstrating comprehensive understanding of social care.</li>\n<li>Advanced theoretical, practical and procedural knowledge of legislation and national policy developments regarding children and young people and the implications for practise.</li>\n<li>Experience of managing levels of risk with the families and identifying complex needs.</li>\n<li>Advanced knowledge of safeguarding children.</li>\n<li>A valid full driving license is preferable.</li>\n</ul>For full list please read the job description attached.Rewards and BenefitsAs 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.In addition to working within a great team and a brilliant opportunity you will receive:<img src=\"https://static.lumessetalentlink.com/repository/NDgzQF9AL2ltYWdlcy9iMzljZmIyMTg0NTNmZTI3YjQ2Y2U2ZTg3NGUyOGJkZC5wbmc=.png?1742482167990\" alt=\"\" width=\"1198\" height=\"456\">For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05306.To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and application form. In your application form outline your motivations for applying and explain how you meet the key skills listed in full and the experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check. Being able to drive a car is essential due to it being a countywide service and children we care for potentially being placed out of county.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.For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme, this can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a> page. ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£39187 - £42072 per annum + local gov pension scheme","publishDate":"2025-04-17T02:10:46.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-05T02:10:46.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/debaee1e-25aa-493c-950d-c42b7d2f7c0d.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"ba2cc267-1b6e-4440-bfa7-d2664480e5fd","title":"Debt Recovery Assistant","employer":"Elmbridge Borough Council","department":"","location":"Elmbridge Borough Council, Civic Centre, High Street, Esher, Surrey, KT10 9SD","locationType":3,"description":"Debt Recovery Assistant\nSalary: £30,032 - £37,841 (Scale 4 – Scale 6 (Bar 25))\nElmbridge Borough Council are committed to providing a first -class service to its customers and in recognition of this commitment, we equip and fully train our officers to be true customer champions.\nIf you.\n<ul>\n<li>have a positive “can do attitude”.</li>\n<li>enjoy dealing with a variety of people.</li>\n<li>are self-motivated.</li>\n<li>are resilient.</li>\n<li>and a team player</li>\n</ul>\nthen this role within our debt recovery team might interest you!\nWe are looking for individuals with a positive and compassionate attitude to join our team, with primary responsibility for recovering monies owed to the Council across a wide range of services, such as council tax, non-domestic rates, Bids, housing benefit overpayments and sundry debts.\nAlthough predominantly based at the Council’s main office in Esher this role does allow for the opportunity of working from home where operational needs of the service allows.\nYou will work alongside colleagues with a focus on collecting unpaid council tax and business rates in a fair and ethical manner from our residents and businesses. This will involve handling phone communication from customers to negotiate sustainable payment arrangements, dealing with written enquires, emails and face-to-face visits to the office. Also liaising with external agencies, with the Council’s enforcement agents and will need the ability to communicate sensitively, with care and empathy with a wide range of people throughout the Elmbridge Borough.\nIdeally you will have experience within a debt recovery environment, the confidence to be able to manage difficult conversations and refined negotiation skills to obtain the best outcome for all parties. However, if you have proven experience with members of the public, face to face, written communication and on the telephone full training will be provided.\nFor more information about the post please contact Ann Charles on 01372 474243 or <a href=\"mailto:acharles@elmbridge.gov.uk\">acharles@elmbridge.gov.uk</a>.\nClosing date: 14th May 2025 @ 9:00 am","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£30,032 - £37,841 (Scale 4 – Scale 6 (Bar 25))","publishDate":"2025-04-16T10:03:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-14T08:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/94b934ae-36b0-408e-ba31-bfe243ad5316.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"5ca41aa0-5c2c-4dee-9248-43f6d5e31ee2","title":"Team Manager - Kinship Team and Supported Lodging Service","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Sutton","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough : 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. 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. 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. 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. About the Service and Team : Children's Social Care at London Borough of Sutton are in the midst of a significant transformation driven by the growing demand for our services. Our focus is on implementing comprehensive changes to elevate the quality of care provided to children and families, while also fostering positive and supportive work environments for our staff. Through strategic recruitment of new leaders and experienced managers, we are infusing innovative ideas and driving meaningful changes throughout our service delivery. Our ultimate aim is to establish ourselves as a leading authority in children's social care, committed to delivering exceptional support that positively impacts the well-being of our community and provides an inclusive, diverse and stable workforce. About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : We are looking to recruit a dynamic and conscientious individual to join the Kinship Assessment Team and Family Home for Independent Living (Supported Lodging) Scheme as Team Manager - Children's Social Care. Key elements of the role are:<ul>\n<li> Effective team management and oversight </li>\n<li> Delivery of high quality, reflective supervision </li>\n<li> Compliance and Quality assurance </li>\n<li> Performance Management </li>\n<li> Effective management and delivery of change </li>\n</ul>As a Team Manager reporting to the Service Manager, you will lead the Kinship Team and Supported Lodging Service, ensuring effective service delivery within timelines and budget. You will model best practices, ensure compliance with statutory requirements, and guide your team through complex procedural matters while supporting their professional development. You will manage a dedicated group of at least four social workers, delivering high-quality support to kinship and Special Guardians. Your team will assess connected persons during care proceedings and provide ongoing assistance to approved carers. We value each staff member and promote leadership and exemplary practice. You will assist the Service Manager in fostering a learning culture through supervision, mentoring, and sharing knowledge. Working within relevant frameworks, you will help reduce the need for services and promote independence. This fast-paced role requires collaboration with stakeholders, including social workers, Youth Offending Teams, and independent providers, to address the needs of vulnerable children and young people Additionally, you will oversee the Sutton Supported Lodging Scheme (Family Homes for Independent Living), designed to provide a family environment for young people aged 16 and over who require extra support to reach their potential. You will lead staff, ensure young people's needs are met, manage budgets, and maintain a safe environment while liaising with external agencies. For more information about the role and/or an informal conversation, view the Role Profile or contact Geeta Rath, Service Lead - geeta.rath@sutton.gov.uk or <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@sutton.gov.uk\">recruitment@sutton.gov.uk</a> The ideal candidate will possess advanced knowledge and experience in managing a team, along with a solid understanding of legislation pertaining to children looked after and care leavers. Strong leadership and management skills are essential, as is the ability to motivate and support your team effectively. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are vital for building relationships with stakeholders. Additionally, you should be capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines while working under pressure. A commitment to early intervention and prevention is also crucial for success in this role We expect all suitable candidates to demonstrate the following competences:.<ul>\n<li> Having a social work qualification and current registration with Social Work England </li>\n<li> A minimum of 3 years post qualification and management experience, demonstrating the development of an advanced level of knowledge </li>\n<li> Experience and skill in leading multi-agency planning groups involving stakeholders, partners, parents, carers & colleagues e.g placement stability meetings, placement consultation/planning meetings </li>\n<li> Experience of management within children's social care services with specific knowledge and interest in Special Guardianship and Connected Persons </li>\n<li> Experience of working with and managing support lodging. </li>\n<li> Excellent written, verbal, communication and analytical skills as well as an ability to build relationships with practitioners, families and partners. </li>\n</ul>Our Offer to You : 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. 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. Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<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>Application Process : 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. 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. 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. Additional Information : 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\" title=\"Workforce Equalities Report - Highlights\">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. 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. 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.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£47,532 - £55,620 (£57,663 unconsolidated maximum)","publishDate":"2025-04-16T03:12:16.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-06T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/928f0c0d-c67f-42f8-ab87-77590108024f.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"fb75f7f1-794b-47c1-96d4-664c111b20eb","title":"Children & Young People's Disability Service - Service Manager","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Sutton","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough : 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. 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. 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. 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. About the Service and Team : The London Borough of Sutton \"is uncompromising in its focus on improving quality of frontline social work\" - Ofsted 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. 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. About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : Join Children Social Care as a Service Manager within our Children and Young People Disability Service (CYPDS) and enjoy a Golden Hello along with a Recruitment and Retention Bonus, outlined as follows: £1,000 paid with your first month's salary £1,000 for your first completed year of service £2,000 for your second completed year of service £3,000 for your third completed year of service and each year thereafter With a total salary package of up to £68,476, inclusive of bonuses and benefits, this is an excellent opportunity to elevate your career in social care. As a Service Manager for a CYPDS Team within Children Social Care, your responsibilities will include: Provide leadership to a team of social care professionals to ensure that all interventions are child-centred, emphasising the best interests of the children and young people in our care. Develop and implement children-focused policies, procedures, and best practices that enhance service delivery. Manage budget planning and resource allocation effectively to ensure sustainability and efficiency of services. Ensure the highest standards of safeguarding practices are maintained, promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and young people. Fostering a positive team culture that encourages professional development opportunities for staff. You will play a pivotal role in providing strategic leadership to the teams that deliver front-line Child in Need and Child Protection services, guiding processes from initial assessment to care proceedings. You will ensure compliance with both local and national legislation, maintaining high standards of service delivery. Your expertise in children's social care and effective people management will be key as you oversee four teams composed of Team Managers and front-line social care professionals. You will lead your teams by monitoring practice, managing processes, and overseeing data management to ensure our Local Authority meets statutory requirements while addressing the health and wellbeing needs of the children in our care. A thorough understanding of relevant legislation and policy application is essential, along with a proven track record of achieving positive outcomes for children and young people. This knowledge will be critical for promoting high-performance within social care practices. The successful candidate should demonstrate the following competences (not limited to:): Qualified Social Worker with a Social Work Degree or recognised qualification, registered with Social Work England, the relevant governing body. Significant experience at team manager level (ideally 4 years), with demonstrable experience of frontline safeguarding practice. Leadership skills and social care expertise to grow and develop your service in accordance with changing needs and policy. Excellent communication, analytical and organisational skills, with the ability to have relevant understanding of social work practice as defined within Children Act 1989 and Working Together 2023. Our strong, accessible, and supportive management culture, led by our Service Managers, is essential in creating 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. For more information about the role and/or an informal conversation, contact Andrea Bryant, Head of Service on andrea.bryant@sutton.gov.uk or 07802 655777 Our Offer to You : 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. 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. Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<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>Application Process : 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. 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. 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. Additional Information : 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\" title=\"Workforce Equalities Report - Highlights\">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. 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. 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.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£56,646 - £65,478 (£67,812 unconsolidated maximum)","publishDate":"2025-04-16T03:12:16.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-13T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/4014d510-f1af-400b-8d9e-f565c1d70ad1.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"5d366b84-8b80-44a7-9778-6c222ffc5972","title":"Reserve Driver","employer":"Reigate & Banstead Borough Council","department":"","location":"Earlswood","locationType":3,"description":"Job Title: Reserve Driver Location of work: Earlswood Depot Salary: £35,157.50 - £35,906.25 (dependent on experience) Basis: Full time, Permanent 45 hours per week \nAbout the Role: We are looking to recruit someone with a full HGV Class 2/C & E driving licence to help us cover a variety of duties within Refuse & Recycling. You will be working towards or willing to undertake CPC training.\nAs a Reserve Driver you will undertake the collection of waste and recycling within the borough of Reigate and Banstead. It is essential you have a flexible approach to the work and hours. Your main duty will be driving for us although when required, you must be willing to work as a loader covering any service within the Neighbourhood Services team.\nSome of the duties include:\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Undertake either working alone or as part of a team, the collection of Waste and Recycling services at a variety of locations throughout the Borough.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Use the waste management systems (Bartec) to complete rounds and report issues.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Receive instructions regarding exempt collections, special arrangements and specific collection points and ensuring these are carried out.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">When disposing of Waste, abide by the rules set out by the allocated transfer station.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Advise the public on the Borough’s Refuse, Recycling and Cleansing regime where necessary.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">If no driving duties are available, undertake loading duties and undertake ad hoc duties as required, within the scope of the job.</li>\n</ul>\nAbout the Person:\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Full clean driving licence. </li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">You will have the commitment to start the day at 6am and work a 45-hour week Monday to Friday.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Willing to train and supervise a small team.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Have up to date customer care skills</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">A high level of health and safety awareness</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Able to deal with a physically demanding job, working outdoors in all weathers.</li>\n</ul>\nStaff Benefits In exchange for your expertise, experience, and enthusiasm, we will offer support in continuing your personal and career development, in addition to providing a wide range of employment linked benefits.\nWe 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.\nAdditional Information\nFor an informal discussion about the role, please call Operations Manager, Bob Wiggins on 01737 276224 or 07974 325140\nWe 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.\nClosing date: Sunday 11 May at 23:59*\nInterview date: TBC\nValues and Behaviours 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.\nSuccessful applicants to our career opportunities will be able to demonstrate they share the values and behaviours we seek in our organisation.\nSee <a href=\"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/jobs/8b952a9a-1591-42a7-a197-d13421a0f336#sign-in-required\">'Who we are'</a> as a council, to find out more about us.\n*On the occasions where we have high volumes of applicants, some roles may close earlier than the advertised end date in order for us to manage all of the applicants appropriately.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£35,157.50 - £35,906.25 (dependent on experience)","publishDate":"2025-04-15T09:24:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-11T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/27384626-b010-4bf0-b461-df661ed27561.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2f881bbd-2262-435c-9db9-f9cd0cf6a0ea","title":"Senior Pensions Officer ( Benefits Processing|","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Sutton","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough : Joining us, you get to work for not just one high performing London Borough, but two. Sutton and Kingston 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. We work flexibly in both Sutton and Kingston 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. About the Service and Team : This position is open to HYBRID /REMOTE WORKING The role would be regarded as 'front line' service delivery. To provide information to members and employers on the Local Government Pensions Scheme, for the shared pension service, within the Benefits processing team for LB of Sutton / Royal Borough of Kingston. Deliver service activities and manage small caseloads under the supervision of more experienced staff, for members/ employers. About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : As a Senior Pensions Officer, you would work with a number of other senior pension Officers and pension officers /administrators covering all part of the Local Government Pension regulations dealing with:- Transfers Retirements Deaths Divorce The successful candidate would need experience and a skills set in these areas. Our Offer to You : 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. 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. Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<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>Application Process : 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. 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. Additional Information : 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\" title=\"Workforce Equalities Report - Highlights\">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. 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. 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.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£37,068 - £43,299 (£45,510 unconsolidated maximum)","publishDate":"2025-04-15T03:01:44.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-06T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/9bcce5b7-3502-43b7-8fdd-ef32f9dc3049.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"ea153625-c100-4d25-9d6f-5c1f1d9ea328","title":"Pensions Administrator","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Sutton","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough : Joining us, you get to work for not just one high performing London Borough, but two. Sutton and Kingston 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. We work flexibly in both Sutton and Kingston 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. About the Service and Team : Pensions section This role is within the Benefits processing section for the LB of Sutton/Royal Borough of Kingston shared service. The position is to cover mainly the pensions mail box, that receives a large number of emails daily from members and employers. Also to cover other administration work About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : Answer the team telephone Indexing incoming post Managing the teams email box Ability to prioritise workloads to deadlines Good communication skills are essential ( verbal/written) No qualifications, or experience necessary, as training will be given. Our Offer to You : 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. 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. Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<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>Application Process : 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. 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. Additional Information : 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\" title=\"Workforce Equalities Report - Highlights\">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. 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. 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.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£28,521 - £30,189 (£30,630 unconsolidated maximum)","publishDate":"2025-04-15T03:01:44.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-05T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/2b538222-de98-41a2-9373-f2704cd57d02.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"c989c939-631b-4e03-bde2-1b21fc211050","title":"Caretaker / Cleaner / Driver","employer":"Reigate & Banstead Borough Council","department":"","location":"Horley Community Centre","locationType":3,"description":"Job Title: Caretaker / Cleaner / Driver Location of work: Horley Community Centre - Horley Salary: £23,685- £24,714 per annum pro rata Basis: 12 Hours per week, Permanent\n \nThe postholder will be required to work as part of the team at the Centre in the role of caretaker and cleaner, as well as assisting with general tasks when required. They will be responsible for ensuring the building and its surroundings are kept clean, tidy and in good condition. They will be responsible for setting up rooms for different bookings, often with short room turnaround times. They will have a flexible approach and be a strong team player.\nThe hours of work will vary depending on lettings, to include evenings and weekend working when required and cover for other caretaker’s annual leave and sickness when required.\n \nResponsibilities of role:\n<ul>\n<li>To maintain the building and surroundings to high standard of cleanliness and decoration. Responsible for keeping the car parking areas free of litter, the garden tidy and maintained.</li>\n<li>To prepare the Centre for the various lettings as directed and remain on site during the lettings.</li>\n<li>To transport older people from their homes to the centre (and return) and to other destinations listed on the schedules prepared.</li>\n<li>To prepare refreshment trollies if required by hirers.</li>\n<li>To make the Centre ready for the next day after the lettings.</li>\n<li>To be conversant with and regularly test the fire and security system. To be a key holder and be available to open and close the Centre when required and ensure that it is left secure when not in use.</li>\n<li>To provide assistance to Centre users to ensure their comfort, safety and welfare.</li>\n<li>To undertake simple DIY tasks and decorating.</li>\n<li>To be able to instruct hirers in the use of Centre equipment.</li>\n<li>To monitor supplies, place orders, accept and check deliveries and arrange neat, safe storage.</li>\n<li>To assist the manager as required in all things to ensure the good running of the Centre.</li>\n<li>Be committed to customer care and take pride in helping to provide a happy and well-run facility as a strong team player.</li>\n<li>To be willing to work at other Centres on an ad hoc basis should the need for cover arise.</li>\n</ul>\nBehaviours: \n<ul>\n<li>You will be highly motivated and capable.</li>\n<li>Are capable of working well on your own and as be a supportive member of a team.</li>\n<li>Adaptable to the task in hand and willing to learn.</li>\n<li>You are confident to make process improvement suggestions where necessary.</li>\n</ul>\nStaff Benefits \nIn exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasm, we will offer support in continuing your personal and career development, in addition to providing a wide range of employment linked benefits.\nWe 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.\nClosing Date: 7th May 2025\nValues and Behaviours\nOur 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.\nSuccessful applicants to our career opportunities will be able to demonstrate they share the values and behaviours we seek in our organisation.\n Additional Information\nFor any further information about the role, please e-mail <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@reigate-banstead.gov.uk\">recruitment@reigate-banstead.gov.uk</a>.\nWe 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.\nSee '<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.\n ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£23,685- £24,714 per annum pro rata","publishDate":"2025-04-14T10:45:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-07T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/ebb5d81d-ef36-42eb-9946-4edad0220fdb.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f1e4f45c-ab12-470d-893f-b5f2c43bea63","title":"Housing, Leisure and Community Support Services Accountant","employer":"Elmbridge Borough Council","department":"","location":"Elmbridge Borough Council, Civic Centre, High Street, Esher, Surrey, KT10 9SD","locationType":3,"description":"Housing, Leisure and Community Support Services Accountant\nSalary: £46,599 - £54,365 (Bar £50,051 until full membership of CCAB body) \n(pay award pending)\nReferences: PRN000272\nThe role \nElmbridge’s Finance Team are looking to recruit an experienced local government accountant to provide quality financial advice and information to Heads of Service and Budget Managers to support their decision making, financial planning, monitoring and reporting. \nThe key responsibilities of the role include:\n<ul>\n<li>Preparation of the final accounts, including producing working papers and liaison with the Council’s external auditors.</li>\n<li>Preparation of revenue estimates.</li>\n<li>Providing monthly revenue budget monitoring reports for budget managers.</li>\n<li>Supporting the development of the Medium Term Financial Strategy</li>\n<li>Providing financial advice, information and support to budget managers.</li>\n<li>Reconciliations of control accounts.</li>\n<li>Government returns and claims.</li>\n</ul>\nAbout you\nIn addition to being enthusiastic and willing to contribute to strong team environment, you will:\n<ul>\n<li>have a full (or part) CCAB qualification</li>\n<li>have significant experience of working within a local government finance team</li>\n<li>have a detailed knowledge of the CIPFA Code of Practice</li>\n<li>have a high standard of numeracy and accuracy</li>\n<li>be able to complete task within deadlines</li>\n<li>have an excellent working knowledge of spreadsheets and</li>\n<li>be able to communicate effectively.</li>\n</ul>\nIf you would like to discuss the role further contact Paul Windust, Chief Accountant on 01372 474228 or Andrew Cooper, Head of Finance on 01372 474123 for an informal conversation.\nClosing Date: 9 am Sunday 3rd May 2025\nInterview Dates: Week commencing 12th May 2025","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£46,599 - £54,365","publishDate":"2025-04-11T14:04:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-03T08:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/35de2250-decd-4e20-93bb-5be946d1bc04.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"71af162b-8f18-4cc3-9c50-14f4d6dabbfb","title":"Head of Policy & Performance","employer":"Elmbridge Borough Council","department":"","location":"Elmbridge Borough Council, Civic Centre, High Street, Esher, Surrey, KT10 9SD","locationType":3,"description":"Head of Policy & Performance (Maternity Cover, Fixed-term up to one year)\nSalary: Head of Service Band 2 £81,185 - £90,191 + £6500 allowance\nHours: 36 hours per week minimum\nAre you passionate about Local Government? 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This role is crucial in leading and managing the Policy & Performance team, ensuring the effective delivery of corporate policies, performance management, and strategic initiatives.\nThe Role: As the Head of Policy & Performance, you will:\n<ul>\n<li>Lead and manage the Policy & Performance team, overseeing policy, performance management, climate change, organisational development, HR, corporate health & safety, communications, social media, policy research, and data.</li>\n<li>Provide strategic leadership for communications and social media services.</li>\n<li>Champion Elmbridge’s commitments to Climate Change and carbon neutral targets, embedding climate change throughout the council’s strategies and plans.</li>\n<li>Provide leadership for our HR function.</li>\n<li>Develop and implement strategies and policies to improve council services in line with priorities.</li>\n<li>Lead on community safety and economic development services, maintaining strong relationships with partners and stakeholders.</li>\n<li>Oversee emergency planning and business continuity, acting as a strategic advisor during emergencies.</li>\n<li>Manage budgets and contract arrangements for various services.</li>\n<li>Act as a strategic advisor to the Chief Executive and Council Management Board</li>\n</ul>\nAbout You: To be successful in this role, you will need:\n<ul>\n<li>Proven experience in developing policy, managing projects and programmes, and advising elected members.</li>\n<li>Strong performance management, communication, and HR management skills.</li>\n<li>Proven ability to lead organisational change programmes and local government reorganisation.</li>\n<li>Excellent management, motivational, and empowerment skills.</li>\n<li>High presentational skills, both written and oral.</li>\n<li>Ability to achieve results in a political environment and work under pressure.</li>\n</ul>\n \nWhy Work for Us: Elmbridge Borough Council offers a supportive and inclusive working environment. We are committed to the wellbeing of our employees and provide a range of benefits, including:\n<ul>\n<li>Flexible working arrangements</li>\n<li>Comprehensive wellbeing programme</li>\n<li>Opportunities for learning and development</li>\n<li>Your birthday day off</li>\n<li>Leadership allowance</li>\n<li>Free parking and hybrid working arrangements</li>\n<li>35 days annual leave</li>\n</ul>\nIf you are passionate about making a difference and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you.\nIf you have any questions about the role please contact Annabel Crouch, Head of Policy & Performance on 01372 474398","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£81,185 - £90,191 + £6500 allowance","publishDate":"2025-04-11T07:39:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-06T08:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/1b7c51e5-a346-4048-a9ba-8d20663b143f.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"860b2cf7-4c78-4959-80d1-df5586f6d451","title":"Service Manager - CYPDS - Children Social Care","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Sutton","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough : 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. 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. 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. 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. About the Service and Team : The London Borough of Sutton \"is uncompromising in its focus on improving quality of frontline social work\" - Ofsted 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. 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. About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : Join Children Social Care as a Service Manager within our Children and Young People Disability Service (CYPDS) and enjoy a Golden Hello along with a Recruitment and Retention Bonus, outlined as follows:<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>With a total salary package of up to £68,476, inclusive of bonuses and benefits, this is an excellent opportunity to elevate your career in social care. As a Service Manager for a CYPDS Team within Children Social Care, your responsibilities will include:<ul>\n<li> Provide leadership to a team of social care professionals to ensure that all interventions are child-centred, emphasising the best interests of the children and young people in our care. </li>\n<li> Develop and implement children-focused policies, procedures, and best practices that enhance service delivery. </li>\n<li> Manage budget planning and resource allocation effectively to ensure sustainability and efficiency of services. </li>\n<li> Ensure the highest standards of safeguarding practices are maintained, promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and young people. </li>\n<li> Fostering a positive team culture that encourages professional development opportunities for staff. </li>\n</ul>You will play a pivotal role in providing strategic leadership to the teams that deliver front-line Child in Need and Child Protection services, guiding processes from initial assessment to care proceedings. You will ensure compliance with both local and national legislation, maintaining high standards of service delivery. Your expertise in children's social care and effective people management will be key as you oversee four teams composed of Team Managers and front-line social care professionals. You will lead your teams by monitoring practice, managing processes, and overseeing data management to ensure our Local Authority meets statutory requirements while addressing the health and wellbeing needs of the children in our care. A thorough understanding of relevant legislation and policy application is essential, along with a proven track record of achieving positive outcomes for children and young people. This knowledge will be critical for promoting high-performance within social care practices. The successful candidate should demonstrate the following competences (not limited to:):<ul>\n<li> Qualified Social Worker with a Social Work Degree or recognised qualification, registered with Social Work England, the relevant governing body. </li>\n<li> Significant experience at team manager level (ideally 4 years), with demonstrable experience of frontline safeguarding practice. </li>\n<li> Leadership skills and social care expertise to grow and develop your service in accordance with changing needs and policy. </li>\n<li> Excellent communication, analytical and organisational skills, with the ability to have relevant understanding of social work practice as defined within Children Act 1989 and Working Together 2023. </li>\n</ul>Our strong, accessible, and supportive management culture, led by our Service Managers, is essential in creating 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. For more information about the role and/or an informal conversation, you can view the Role Profile or contact Andrea Bryant, Head of Service on andrea.bryant@sutton.gov.uk Our Offer to You : 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. 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. Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<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>Application Process : 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. 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. 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. Additional Information : 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\" title=\"Workforce Equalities Report - Highlights\">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. 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. The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. 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Pragmatism? Solution-focussed attitude?\nWe would suggest that it takes all of this and one other trait; we want our planners to be passionate about design.\nThat’s what makes planning services at Elmbridge different; we have talented, passionate people, determined to do their best work for Elmbridge, influencing and helping to shape Elmbridge.\nIf you want to be a planner and you have the motivation to undertake professional qualifications, we will support you in a day release course at University.\nYou will see the other essential criteria in the person specification, but it’s your approach to work that will be your main asset.\nWhether you are a planning manager, officer or trainee you will understand that you have an important role to play in helping us to shape Elmbridge. You will be supporting our customers and helping them to understand the role good planning makes in shaping an area.\nElmbridge is one of the busiest local planning authorities in the country and sets very high standards for the delivery of planning decisions within Government targets. 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