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Introduction
Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!
We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.
Are you passionate about housing and helping clients with their homeless journey? Do you have the skills and knowledge to make a difference in our temporary accommodation service? You could be at the forefront of shaping strategies that make a difference to our clients in temporary accommodation.
What’s the role?
Housing Services Directorate is looking to appoint an Accommodation Assessment &amp; Lettings Team Leader to manage a team of six Accommodation Assessment &amp; Lettings Officers responsible for offering suitable accommodation under S188 and S193 duties. Successful management of this service area will ensure we deliver a high quality, customer-focused approach to our applicants eligible for homelessness assistance and continuous improvement and efficiency in the service delivery. In addition, you will ensure officers complete S208, enforce offer of suitable accommodation, correctly undertake the discharge of duty and complete all other tasks relevant to their role.
What’s in it for you?
Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:
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<li>Generous holiday allowance</li>
<li>Local Government Pension scheme</li>
<li>Flexible working and family friendly policies</li>
<li>Season ticket and bicycle loans</li>
<li>A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships</li>
<li>Supportive staff networks</li>
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What we’re looking for
We are seeking an experienced Accommodation Assessment &amp; Lettings Team Leader with a good working knowledge of managing a team responsible for offering accommodation under S188 and S193, Part 6 &amp; 7 of the Housing Act 1996, Homelessness Act 2002 and Localism Act 2011 and its application. You must have knowledge and understanding of the activities, functions and processes involved in offering suitable accommodation under S188 and S193 as well as issuing discharge of duty decisions.
In return, we will offer excellent development opportunities, plus a range of benefits that includes a career average pension scheme, flexible working and the opportunity to make a real difference to our local community.
Location
The job is primarily based in Laurence House, Catford, London, SE6 4RU, but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.
Special conditions
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<li>working knowledge of S188 and S193 &amp; Part 7 of the Housing Act 1996</li>
<li>understanding of the processes involved in issuing discharge of duty decisions</li>
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The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.
<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us" target="_blank">Applicant handbook</a>&nbsp;- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.
For an informal discussion about this job, please contact Abdul Hamid on 07385 226267
Salary
£47,628 - £49,638 per annum (P03)
N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.
Diversity
Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at <a href="http://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a>
The Council has a dedicated employment support service, <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email <a href="mailto:JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and an advisor will be in touch with you.
The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.
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London Borough of Lewisham

Accommodation Assessment & Lettings Team Leader

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As a HR Assistant, you’ll gain exposure to a variety of different areas of HR, from employee relations to recruitment, training and absence management. Working in one of our Service areas, you’ll provide a tailored administrative service to our staff and build up your HR experience.
You’ll get involved in the day to day running of the Council from supporting with sickness absence management and recruitment to taking notes at meetings and assisting with employee relations cases.
Sevenoaks District Council is unique in creating a people-first approach which was recognised through the re-awarding of our Investors in People Platinum status. With a strong focus on development, you’ll benefit from the wide variety of experience within our team, and you’ll have the opportunity to determine in which HR discipline your passion lies.
This role is ideally suited to a graduate, school leaver or administrator looking to develop their HR career.
Previous applicants need not apply 
This role will be based at our Council Offices, Argyle Road, Sevenoaks Kent TN13 1HG and our Dunbrik Depot, Sundridge, TN14 6EP. We currently operate a hybrid working model for the majority of our roles where your working time will be divided between the office (2-3 days) and home working (2-3 days)
Do you want to know more about the role? 
For further details on the role, please see the job description or for an informal discussion about the role, please contact Dorota Pajsert, HR Change Manager, on 01732 227092.
Do you want to ensure you have the best chance of being shortlisted?
Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements as your application will be judged against these criteria.
Closing date: 2nd September 2025
Interviews: 30th September 2025

HR Assistant

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Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities! We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants. Lewisham Council’s Housing Service is seeking a new&nbsp;Head of Private Sector Licencing and Home Improvement as part of our senior leadership team in the Housing Services Directorate. The role It’s an exciting time to join us. Lewisham is a vibrant and rewarding place to live and work –full of ambition, energy and a huge amount of potential. Our people are passionate, diverse and engaged in the work we do. We are proud of our strong, welcoming communities and of being recognised as the UK’s first borough of Sanctuary. It’s also a challenging time for us, with significant financial pressure and increasing demand for our services. We are meeting this challenge head on, with a radical and bold change agenda underway across the organisation. Here in the housing service, we are passionate about our vision that everyone has a safe, stable and genuinely affordable home where they can live an independent and prosperous life. Maintaining high standards and ensuring safety in the private rented sector is essential. To support this, we operate Selective Licensing, Additional HMO Licensing, and Mandatory Licensing schemes. The Housing Improvement and Assistance Team works to support vulnerable residents who need aids and adaptations to enable them to continue to live independently in their homes as well as providing a range of capital grants to support landlords to bring empty homes back into occupation and ensure homes are free from hazards. We are ambitious with a clear strategy to deliver on our vision. This role is a critical part of delivering our vision. We are looking for a new Head of Private Sector Licencing and Home Improvement. What we’re looking for Reporting to the Director of Housing Strategy, the Head of Private Sector Licencing and Home Improvement will lead a service area that provides strategic direction for the Council’s housing improvement and assistance service and the property licensing and enforcement function. This is an area of the division with big ambition, as we have recently expanded our property licencing schemes and have seen an increase in applications from residents for support from our grants, specifically the Disabled Facilities Grant. Managing a service of up to 100 staff the post-holder will lead our ambitions to work proactively within the private rented sector to drive up standards and safety for Lewisham’s residents. With expertise in the legal framework of regulation and licensing, you’ll be at the forefront of operationalising our new licensing scheme, and will maximise their impact through innovative new approaches to engaging with our residents. You will also be responsible for utilising a home assistance grant of £2million a year to support our most vulnerable residents to live in safe and secure homes from which they can live independent lives. We’re looking for a strategic and inspirational leader, communicator and manager who can demonstrate strong experience of delivering an operational income-generating service, ideally with a background in commercial or regulatory and enforcement services as well as a strong background and experience in managing Disabled Facilities Grants services. If you are excited by this challenge, we want to hear from you. Location The job is primarily based in Laurence House, Catford but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis. The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s. <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us" target="_blank">Applicant handbook</a>&nbsp;- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.
To apply, please click on the apply link above.&nbsp;
Please click&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/%20HeadofPrivateSectorLicencingandHomeImprovement" target="_blank">here</a>&nbsp;to view the Job Description and Person Specification Salary £69,840 - £74,487 per annum (SMG2) N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof. Special conditions
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<li>The job is subject to a basic DBS check</li>
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The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s. For an informal discussion about this job, please contact Fenella Beckman (Director of Housing Strategy)-&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Fenella.Beckman@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Fenella.Beckman@lewisham.gov.uk</a> Diversity Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a> The Council has a dedicated employment support service,&nbsp;<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and an advisor will be in touch with you. The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.&nbsp; &nbsp;
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Head of Private Sector Licensing and Home Improvement

Job Description Senior Country Park Ranger / Site Manager &nbsp; Salary: £44,208 - £50,424 per annum Grade: F Permanent Contract 37 Hours per Week Are you interested in being a part of the team dedicated to the management of some of the most popular &amp; important natural open spaces in Thurrock? &nbsp;Do you have a real interest in the natural environment, how its managed, how its protected, how its accessed and how its promoted?If so, we’d be keen to hear from you.We are currently recruiting within our Country Parks Team predomin22sible for the Operational Supervision of the Ranger Team as well as taking the lead role in the management of the spaces the team are responsible for.&nbsp;This role will require an enthusiastic individual with demonstrable practical experience in managing public country parks. Your practical knowledge must include that of managing varied habitats, health &amp; safety and the use of a range of tools, plant and machinery associated with environmental management.&nbsp;You will also require the knowledge and experience of External Funding and the processes involved with relevant Environmental Stewardship schemes. Public Engagement and experience of working with and alongside volunteers is also essential.&nbsp;A valid full Driving Licence is essential.&nbsp; Advert Closing Date <ul> <li>Redeployment Only:&nbsp;31st July 2025</li> <li>Internal &amp; External:&nbsp;24th August 2025</li> </ul> A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check is not required for this post.&nbsp;To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/ETep76Dwa3JElFDrkT3qtTgBSw7RyPbzt-ZSVxSoeOmrCw?e=YeluhB" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> &nbsp;“If you encounter an error message when opening the Job Profile link please refresh the error page”About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Thurrock Council

Senior Ranger and Site Manager

About the BoroughThis special place in South West London between the capital and the country has been a Royal borough longer than anywhere else - it is where the first kings of England were crowned.Today it is a vibrant and diverse borough, with a long history and strong cultural and community heritage. Kingston's riverside location, fantastic retail offer, historic market place and church, parks and gardens all make Kingston town centre the vibrant space it is, and each of our district town centres (Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth and Chessington) have something unique to offer.Situated in Zone 6, Kingston is among the best-connected town centres in London – with direct train links from Kingston and Surbiton stations to Clapham Junction and London Waterloo, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and Tramlink.Kingston’s people are innovative and entrepreneurial, and have a strong sense of community pride. The borough has been home to great industry and creativity for many years, reflected in assets such as the Rose Theatre, the International Youth Arts Festival and Kingston University, which boasts more new graduate business start-ups than any other.We have seen tremendous generosity and compassion within our communities, particularly in response to COVID-19, which is a demonstration of Kingston’s key strength. The council offers a strong level of support to vulnerable groups and those who need additional support, which has also increased significantly as a result of the pandemic. Like most places, the average age of our population is rising as more people are living longer, so we are working closely with residents to help them maintain their independence and further improve the cost effectiveness of our service to meet the ongoing rise in demand.Kingston is home to people from diverse and interesting cultures and backgrounds, which helps to create the rich sense of community shared across the borough. In particular, Kingston has a large Sri Lankan Tamil community and is home to more people from Korea than any other part of the UK.About the Service and TeamWe have an opportunity for a highly self-motivated and effective individual to join our friendly, professional team in this important Data analyst assistant role for the Repairs and Maintenance team. About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateReporting to our Asset &amp; Compliance Lead Officer, this Data analyst assistant role will assist team in managing all aspects of compliance for buildings owned or managed by the Council’s Housing Landlord. You will act as data analyst for compliance related issues including the review and filing of documentation from specialist companies. The role will involve: <ul><li>Uploading LGSR / EICR certification, photographs and compliance documents received from external parties.</li><li>Synchronise all certification documents with NEC</li><li>Investigate synchronising certs on Google Drive with NEC</li><li>Develop Compliance folder structure to facilitate full documentation and automated hyperlinking to internally developed dashboards.</li></ul>Ideally you will have experience with Microsoft and Goggle documents and have a well organised working style, excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate compliance information clearly and effectively to colleagues in other departments. Our Offer to YouAs 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, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li><li>Flexible and agile working arrangements</li><li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li><li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li><li>Subsidised gym membership</li></ul>Application ProcessPlease 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.&nbsp;We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the ‘Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme’ at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we’re incredibly proud of.Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce.As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role.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.We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer and this means that everyone working at the Royal Borough of Kingston, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors and suppliers receive the London Living Wage. The real Living Wage is higher than the government’s minimum, or National Living Wage, and is an independently calculated hourly rate of pay that is based on the actual cost of living.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.





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Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames

Data Analyst Assistant

<h4> Job Description </h4>Overview Are you a strategic leader with a passion for improving the lives of children and young people? London Borough of Harrow is seeking a dynamic and experienced Youth Justice and Youth Manager to lead our multi-agency teams.In this pivotal role, you'll be responsible for developing, leading, and managing a network of multi-agency services, with the primary goal of achieving better outcomes for children, young people, their families, and victims of crime. You'll lead a team of up to 30 staff and manage an annual budget of up to £2 million, ensuring that all services meet the highest quality standards. About You We're seeking a candidate with a proven track record of successful leadership and management in a multi-disciplinary setting, preferably within Children &amp; Young People Services. You should be a resilient and solution-focused professional with a strong analytical ability.Essential Requirements:<ul><li>Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislative and regulatory frameworks (e.g., Ofsted, HMIP, YJB Practice Standards) and safeguarding processes.</li><li>Up-to-date knowledge of the contemporary evidence base within youth justice and prevention, including the Child First Framework</li><li>Significant experience in a senior leadership role, successfully managing a large and diverse staff team.</li><li>Demonstrable experience of high-quality management of work with children, young people, and their families.</li><li>Proven experience in forging and managing successful partnerships.</li><li>Experience of leading a multi-agency team through significant change.</li></ul>Skills &amp; Abilities:<ul><li>Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.</li><li>Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data to improve service outcomes.</li><li>The ability to inspire confidence and build a high degree of credibility with stakeholders.</li><li>Effective budget management skills.</li><li>Educated to degree level or equivalent, or with equivalent relevant work experience. A professional qualification in Social Work is essential.</li></ul>You must be able to work flexibly, including occasional evenings and Saturdays. A satisfactory enhanced DBS check is required for this position. Related Documents For more information, please refer to the <a href="https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=24887&amp;hashed=837188022" target="_blank">Role Profile/Selection Criteria</a><h4>About us</h4> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.<h4>Other information</h4> Support for candidates visit:<a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&amp;categoryId=210277" target="_blank">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11" target="_blank">below G11</a> and <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11" target="_blank">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council" target="_blank"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a><h4>Important Note</h4> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice" target="_blank">equality statement</a>. As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. 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Youth Justice and Youth Manager

About the BoroughThe London Borough of Sutton is situated less than 30 minutes by train from Central London, with direct connections to London Victoria and London Bridge. Found in zone 5 with good transport links in and out of London, Sutton boasts award winning parks and open spaces, low crime rates, affordable housing and great schools. As well as high levels of resident engagement and satisfaction, providing quality services and success in addressing our financial challenges, whilst involving residents in key issues and high street changes.Sutton is continuously investing in the health, wellbeing and education of our residents and the future generation, as set out in the “Ambitious for Sutton” corporate plan. We are home to the Royal Marsden Hospital and the Institute of Cancer Research. Together with the development of the London Cancer Hub, Sutton will be the world’s leading life-science district, specialising in cancer research and treatment. Our vision will create around 13,000 jobs while contributing £1.2bn to the UK economy each year, a vibrant community of scientists, doctors and innovative companies intended to deliver real benefits for cancer patients and drive economic growth. With the regeneration of the local areas with new homes and schools, Sutton is passionate about working closely with our residents and vulnerable groups to help them maintain their independence and create a balance between support and independent living.The Council is seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment. As we strive to improve our services and spaces for our residents as set out in the ‘Ambitious for Sutton’ corporate plan, Sutton aims to shape the future of the borough and adapt to the needs of its residents to make our Borough a great place to live, work and raise a family.About the Service and TeamAdult Social Care is undergoing a significant transformation to address the rising demand for our services. We're implementing wide-ranging changes to improve care for adults and create positive working environments for our staff. We have new leaders and experienced managers who bring innovative ideas to the service and are driving meaningful changes throughout your service delivery. Our goal is to deliver exceptional care that enhances outcomes for our community whilst providing an inclusive, diverse and stable environment for staff to grow their career.Mental Health TeamWithin our boroughwide specialist service, there are three social work teams - The Transition Team, The Learning Disability Team, and the Mental Health Team.The Mental Health Team coordinates social care for individuals with complex mental health needs. Alongside delivering the AMHP service, the Mental Health Team also works closely with inpatient services promoting timely discharges for those in psychiatric admissions, coordinates community based support for individuals with social care needs related to their mental health, including S117 aftercare as well as meeting other statutory duties under the Care Act and providing Social Supervision to Conditionally Discharged clients.The AMHP roles are based within our full time dedicated AMHP service working out of Wallington alongside our health colleagues completing Mental Health Act assessments on a daily basis.&nbsp; However, there may be times when additional responsibilities under the Care Act may be required as part of the wider mental health service.&nbsp;&nbsp;About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateAs part of the transformation within the London Borough of Sutton’s Adult Social Care service, we are recruiting Approved Mental Health Practitioner (AMHP) within the Mental Health Team. Reporting to the Team Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering top-quality, responsive care to individuals with mental health needs who require assessment under the Mental Health Act. The objective is to ensure that those in greatest need receive the support they require while safeguarding their rights and ensuring their safety. Your responsibilities will include:&nbsp;<ul><li>Conducting assessments under the Mental Health Act to accurately identify and address individuals' needs.</li><li>Collaborating with individuals, their families, and other professionals to create personalised care plans that foster recovery and well-being.</li></ul>As an AMHP, you advocate for the rights and preferences of the individuals under our care, ensuring their voices are heard and respected throughout the assessment and treatment process. You'll work hand in hand with service users, their families, and multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans that address mental health needs and promote recovery and well-being. Given the nature of the role, resilience and the ability to manage stress and emotional demands are essential, as you'll be working with individuals experiencing mental health crises.&nbsp;If you can demonstrate empathy and maintain professionalism at all times, this role offers an opportunity to make a positive and meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve.This role presents an excellent opportunity for experienced and qualified Approved Mental Health Practitioner who are confident in their ability to work with individuals autonomously. Within your application you should demonstrate your skills, expertise and knowledge as well as:&nbsp;<ul><li>Demonstrating detailed knowledge of key legislation including the Mental Health Act, the Care Act 2014, the Mental Capacity Act, and the Human Rights Act.</li><li>Having a comprehensive understanding of the theoretical and legislative framework that underpins the Mental Health Code of Practice.</li><li>Direct experience of working with people experiencing mental health needs, including under the Care Act</li><li>Continued Professional Development within Mental Health Social Work&nbsp;</li><li>In possession of a valid warrant to practise as an AMHP and ensure the ongoing maintenance of this qualification</li><li>Professional Registration with Social Work England&nbsp;</li><li>A full driving licence and use of a vehicle</li></ul>If you are passionate about making a positive impact and possess the skills needed, we encourage you to apply. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the well-being of our service users while furthering your professional development in a supportive environment.For more information about the role and/or an informal conversation, view the Role Profile or contact Karen Norton-Lamb, Team Manager at <a href="mailto:Karen.norton-lamb@sutton.gov.uk" target="_blank">Karen.norton-lamb@sutton.gov.uk</a>.Our Offer to YouAs 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.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include:<ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement of 26-31 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade&nbsp;</li><li>Enhanced Maternity, paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave</li><li>Two volunteering days per year</li><li>Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme (dependent on the role)&nbsp;</li><li>Adjustable and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks</li><li>Learning and development portal offering a range of courses</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Confidential health &amp; wellbeing and counselling support</li></ul>Application ProcessApply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application and check your CV details have been uploaded correctly in the relevant sections.We understand and recognise the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace and are embracing AI where appropriate, to boost our productivity and streamline how we deliver our Council services efficiently; to provide the best possible outcomes for our residents and communities.&nbsp; However, we reserve the right to reject applications where it is apparent that AI-generated content has been used in isolation and without personalised responses. At Sutton we value authenticity and are looking for individuals who can clearly demonstrate their own skills, experience and motivation for the role that they are applying for and embrace and demonstrate our PRIDE values. Here at Sutton we have core values of Transparency and this is to be demonstrated during the application process and completion of the supporting statement and will be further tested at interview and selection stage for those who progress forward.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, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;As part of our award winning Diversity Programme we anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. We encourage our interview panels to be as diverse as possible (age, cultural, neurodiverse etc.) to reduce bias where possible. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are in the process of updating our pay-scales in line with the pay award for NJC, Chief Officers and Chief Executives for April 2025 therefore please take this into account when viewing the salary on this position.We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups.To support our workers and their families 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.We are also proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer all our employees are guaranteed the London Living Wage regardless of their length or type of contract.The UK has a 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" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance. Sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.





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Approved Mental Health Professional

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Permanent – Full time
Location: Town Hall

Redbridge is an ambitious, diverse and exciting east-London borough. What we do is driven by changing our relationship with local people to support our vision. As a result, we've developed innovative ways to build our communities and transform our Council.
We're one of the fastest growing&nbsp;parts of the country and the third most diverse London borough. Our communities are attracted by a mixture of excellent schools, relatively affordable housing, high-quality open space and rapid transport connections into the heart of the city.
An excellent opportunity has arisen within the London Borough of Redbridge for a Social Care Lawyer to join the Council to provide a comprehensive and professional legal service.
You will report to the Principal Lawyer – Social Care within the Legal Department. You will also work closely with other Council departmental clients and specialist departments.
You will provide the Council with expert advice and guidance on aspects of childcare proceedings related work and have extensive experience in the preparation of court processes.
Responsibilities:&nbsp;
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<li>Provide expertise, knowledge and advice on all matters relating to children’s social care functions, including public law care proceedings, adoption, child protection and fostering.</li>
<li>Conduct a full range of work types in this area of work.</li>
<li>Utilising skills and experience gained within a similar position; you will report to the Principal Lawyer (Social Care) and will have your own complex and varied caseload.</li>
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To be successful in this role you will need to:
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<li>Hold a Solicitor, Barrister, FILEX or similar qualification</li>
<li>Have experience of childcare cases, preferably in a local government context</li>
<li>Excellent knowledge of the law and practice in this area of law</li>
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If you feel you meet the above requirements and are keen to join an ambitious, dynamic and innovative team, we would like to hear from you.
Interviews to be confirmed
To apply for this post please visit <a href="http://www.redbridge.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.redbridge.gov.uk</a> or copy the following link into your browser:&nbsp;
<a href="https://ce0320li.webitrent.com/ce0320li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC107GF.open?VACANCY_ID=109623fD8r&amp;WVID=958433OaLq" target="_blank">https://ce0320li.webitrent.com/ce0320li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC107…</a>
All short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK.

We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment and welcome applications from qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, colour, race, religion, or belief.

London Borough of Redbridge

Social Care Lawyer

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Salary range: £40,755 - £43,299 p.a. inc. London weighting Contract: x1 (Permanent) &amp; x1 (Fixed Term Contract - 3 Months)&nbsp; Hours of work: 36 hours per week Location: Civic centre and other locations from time to time
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An excellent opportunity to make a difference…
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Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.
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The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.

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We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Placement Officer to join our contract and commissioning team. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in procuring individual placements for children and young people. Your responsibilities will include placement finding, maintaining accurate records of placements and financial activities, as well as contributing to market intelligence and undertaking quality assurance visits.&nbsp;
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You will be a key player in ensuring that packages are set up and maintaining positive working relationships with service providers, you will negotiate placement costs and ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards. Your ability to analyse and interpret information will be crucial in delivering high-quality and value-for-money services to our children in care &nbsp;
The Person
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We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive individual with a positive attitude and excellent interpersonal skills. You should thrive in a busy and challenging environment, demonstrating outstanding administrative and numeracy abilities.&nbsp;
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You will have a good understanding of the legislative, policy, and financial context of children in care and care leavers, as well as experience with social care management systems like MOSAIC and most importantly being a good team player.
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Effective communication is key in this role, as you will be interacting confidently with the various stakeholders. Your collaborative approach and commitment to equality and diversity will support our mission to improve outcomes for our children in care.&nbsp; &nbsp;
Closing date: 31 August 2025 (23:00)
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested in this role, we advise that you apply as soon as possible.
Additional Information&nbsp;

If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the "Apply Now" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still provide a supporting statement.
Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.
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The information we collect from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas and your data protection rights, can be found&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">here</a>.
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Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.
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As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including “non-visible” disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@brent.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@brent.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;

 <a href="https://www.brent.gov.uk/-/media/files/brent-job-descriptions/2025/2434-commissioning-and-contracts-officer-jd.pdf" target="_blank">Job Description</a>

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<a href="https://www.brent.gov.uk/-/media/files/brent-job-descriptions/2025/secondment-application-form.docx" target="_blank">Secondment Form</a>&nbsp;- For Internals applying for the 3 Months Fixed Term&nbsp;

Brent Council

This is Brent

Commissioning and Contracts Officer

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Please apply online via the link provided.



About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and skilled Finance Business Partner within the Operational Finance Team at London Councils. This role is part of a dynamic and collaborative team dedicated to delivering high-quality financial management services.
Reporting to the Chief Accountant, you will play a key role in the budget setting, monitoring, and financial planning cycle, for an annual budget of £390 million, whilst offering strategic advice to budget holders and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
Key Responsibilities
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<li>Provide financial business partnering to budget holders, including externally funded projects hosted by London Councils</li>
<li>Lead on budget preparation, forecasting, and financial monitoring</li>
<li>Advise on the financial implications of key management decisions</li>
<li>Support the annual accounts closedown process including liaising with auditors</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with internal financial controls and regulations</li>
<li>Build strong working relationships with budget holders and stakeholders</li>
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About You
To be successful in this role, you will:
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<li>Be a part-qualified or fully qualified member of a CCAB or CIMA accountancy body</li>
<li>Have experience managing budgets in a complex, medium or large organisation</li>
<li>Demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills</li>
<li>Be confident in advising non-finance colleagues and influencing decision-making</li>
<li>Have the ability to work collaboratively and build effective relationships</li>
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Why Join Us?
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<li>Be part of a respected and supportive finance team</li>
<li>Work on high-impact projects specifically designed to create positive change across London</li>
<li>Opportunities for professional development and career progression</li>
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Closing date: 31 August 2025.
Interviews: week commencing 8 September 2025.

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Join Our Team as a Physical Activity Officer in Tower Hamlets!Are you passionate about improving community health through physical activity? Do you thrive on bringing innovative projects to life and working with diverse groups? Tower Hamlets Council is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Physical Activity Officer to join our vibrant team!About the RoleThis is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the Physical Activity Manager to achieve our service’s strategic objectives and deliver positive public health outcomes for our incredibly diverse multicultural community.You'll be instrumental in helping to deliver the aims and objectives of our Culture Capital, Projects, and Quality Assurance service. A significant part of your role will involve working in close partnership with Public Health, primary care providers, the third sector, and other key stakeholders. Together, you will target and facilitate a wide range of health promotion activities – covering both physical and mental well-being. This includes everything from traditional sports and active travel initiatives to walking groups and gardening projects! Your focus will be on engaging those most likely to be inactive, ensuring a proportional and universal approach to our programmes.You'll be responsible for effectively delivering physical activity programmes and projects that genuinely promote health improvement. This will involve a blend of facilitation, commissioning, and, when required and subject to funding, direct delivery of activities.What We're Looking ForWe are seeking a proactive individual with a strong understanding of public health principles and a proven ability to deliver impactful physical activity initiatives. You'll need excellent communication and partnership-building skills, along with a commitment to empowering communities to lead healthier, more active lives.If you're ready to make a tangible difference in the lives of Tower Hamlets residents, we want to hear from you!This job advert will automatically close once the maximum number of applications have been reach.Closing Date: 29/08/2025 Tower Hamlets Council is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.Tower Hamlets vision for our borough is that: people are aspirational, independent and have equal access to opportunities; we are a borough that our residents are proud of and love to live in; and we are a dynamic, outcomes-based council using digital innovation and partnership working to respond to the changing needs of our borough. We want people who aspire to our TOWER values: Together; Open; Willing; Excellent; Respect.Tower Hamlets has a zero-tolerance approach to, and works to eradicate, all forms of discrimination on the basis of race, sex, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital status, status as a civil partner, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy and maternity and looks to employ a diverse workforce representative of those groups. We recognise that people can also be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class.&nbsp;We are a Disability Confident Employer, which means applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the post are guaranteed an interview. Care experience has also been adopted by the Council as an additional protected characteristic.We welcome applicants interested in flexible working arrangements and also applicants who live in the borough.&nbsp;

London Borough of Tower Hamlets

Physical Activity Officer

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Team Manager – Fostering Service&nbsp; London Borough of Havering Contract: Permanent Grade 10- £59,511 to £63,966&nbsp;per annum with an additional annual Market Supplement (MS) of £4,000 subject to final confirmation.&nbsp; “ The Corporate Parenting Service is currently undergoing an exciting period of transformation and development, which has created a number of new management opportunities across our teams. This is a fantastic time to join us and help shape the future for children and young people in our care” Message from the Director Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children, young people, and families? Do you have a strong desire to be part of a transformative journey that will shape the future of Havering’s community? If so, we invite you to join us in our mission to elevate our local authority's Children's Social Care Services, situated within our Starting Well Department. Following our recent inadequate Ofsted inspection, we are embarking on an improvement journey where we aim to re-establish and reinvigorate great practice across all our services delivered in Havering. As part of this journey, we are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic social care practitioners ready to make a meaningful difference, driven by a genuine desire to advocate for children, promote their well-being, and who are not afraid to take on the challenge of working for a local authority who have been inspected by Ofsted as inadequate. In return, we want to offer you the opportunity to develop your skills through our dedicated 10 days of learning a year offer and access to our very own Social Care Academy and Systemic offer. We are committed to creating an environment where every child receives the best possible support and care, and all staff are supported to thrive and excel in safe, supported, and nurturing environments. Our Senior leaders have worked on an improvement plan, and if you are ready to embrace this challenge and play a pivotal role in shaping our journey, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to welcoming individuals who share our vision and drive. About the role&nbsp; Team Managers are integral to our office. They empower, provide high support and challenge along with motivating our social workers so we can collectively achieve best outcomes for children, young people and their families. As the Team Manager you will be responsible for: Manage and oversee staff to ensure effective delivery of services to children, young people, and their families through high quality social work in line with standards of good practice, legislation, and guidance. Lead and monitor staff in ensuring robust recording of information on relevant systems and databases in line with standards set, whilst capturing and evidencing the voice of the child. Assist the Service Manager and Head of Service in planning and developing services for vulnerable children, young people, and their families, identifying needs and potential difficulties/challenges, escalating issues as appropriate. Effectively manage budgets and ensure services are cost effective. Produce reports and attend meetings/forums as required If successful you will be: <ul>
<li>Manage and oversee staff to ensure effective delivery of services to children, young people, and their families through high quality social work in line with standards of good practice, legislation, and guidance.</li> <li>Lead and monitor staff in ensuring robust recording of information on relevant systems and databases in line with standards set, whilst capturing and evidencing the voice of the child.</li> <li>Assist the Service Manager and Head of Service in planning and developing services for vulnerable children, young people, and their families, identifying needs and potential difficulties/challenges, escalating issues as appropriate.</li> <li>Effectively manage budgets and ensure services are cost effective.</li> <li>Produce reports and attend meetings/forums as required. &nbsp;</li> </ul> Please see Job Profile Here We promote a&nbsp;hybrid model&nbsp;of working for our social care staff, with a flexible approach involving working from our town hall campus/hubs. In this role, you are expected to work from our town hall campus&nbsp;when required. In addition, we also encourage a flexible approach to team building opportunities (we love a catch up over a cuppa, breakfast or lunch) which often take place Face to Face in line with our model of practice. As one of the greenest boroughs in London, resourcefulness is in our nature. We don’t wait to be told, we take the initiative. We face the future head-on, embracing new challenges with open minds and fresh ideas. There’s lots of opportunities to progress here, and if you seize them we’ll support you all the way. Choose Havering and see the difference you’ll make to the people that live, work and learn here. From caring for those who need it most, to ensuring our highways and streets are safe, providing a roof over the heads of our residents, providing excellent customer service or, enhancing our digital services for staff and residents, there are so many ways you can make a positive influence here. And, whether you’re outdoorsy, people-focused or analytical, we have a role that’s right for you. For an informal discussion about the post, please contact by email on <a href="mailto:Jannine.layhe@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jannine.layhe@havering.gov.uk</a> This advert will close at 23:59 on the 31st August 2025 Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees.&nbsp; The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

London Borough of Havering

Team Manger - Fostering Service

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Team Manager – Children in Care Team London Borough of Havering Contract: Permanent Grade 10- £59,511- £63,966&nbsp;per annum with an additional annual Market Supplement (MS) of £4,000 subject to final confirmation.&nbsp; “ The Corporate Parenting Service is currently undergoing an exciting period of transformation and development, which has created a number of new management opportunities across our teams. This is a fantastic time to join us and help shape the future for children and young people in our care” Message from the Director Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children, young people, and families? Do you have a strong desire to be part of a transformative journey that will shape the future of Havering’s community? If so, we invite you to join us in our mission to elevate our local authority's Children's Social Care Services, situated within our Starting Well Department. Following our recent inadequate Ofsted inspection, we are embarking on an improvement journey where we aim to re-establish and reinvigorate great practice across all our services delivered in Havering. As part of this journey, we are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic social care practitioners ready to make a meaningful difference, driven by a genuine desire to advocate for children, promote their well-being, and who are not afraid to take on the challenge of working for a local authority who have been inspected by Ofsted as inadequate. In return, we want to offer you the opportunity to develop your skills through our dedicated 10 days of learning a year offer and access to our very own Social Care Academy and Systemic offer. We are committed to creating an environment where every child receives the best possible support and care, and all staff are supported to thrive and excel in safe, supported, and nurturing environments. Our Senior leaders have worked on an improvement plan, and if you are ready to embrace this challenge and play a pivotal role in shaping our journey, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to welcoming individuals who share our vision and drive. About the role&nbsp; Team Managers are integral to our office. They empower, provide high support and challenge along with motivating our social workers so we can collectively achieve best outcomes for children, young people and their families. As the Team Manager you will be responsible for: Manage and oversee staff to ensure effective delivery of services to children, young people, and their families through high quality social work in line with standards of good practice, legislation, and guidance. Lead and monitor staff in ensuring robust recording of information on relevant systems and databases in line with standards set, whilst capturing and evidencing the voice of the child. Assist the Service Manager and Head of Service in planning and developing services for vulnerable children, young people, and their families, identifying needs and potential difficulties/challenges, escalating issues as appropriate. Effectively manage budgets and ensure services are cost effective. Produce reports and attend meetings/forums as required If successful you will be: <ul>
<li>Manage and oversee staff to ensure effective delivery of services to children, young people, and their families through high quality social work in line with standards of good practice, legislation, and guidance.</li> <li>Lead and monitor staff in ensuring robust recording of information on relevant systems and databases in line with standards set, whilst capturing and evidencing the voice of the child.</li> <li>Assist the Service Manager and Head of Service in planning and developing services for vulnerable children, young people, and their families, identifying needs and potential difficulties/challenges, escalating issues as appropriate.</li> <li>Effectively manage budgets and ensure services are cost effective.</li> <li>Produce reports and attend meetings/forums as required. &nbsp;</li> </ul> Please see Job Profile Here We promote a&nbsp;hybrid model&nbsp;of working for our social care staff, with a flexible approach involving working from our town hall campus/hubs. In this role, you are expected to work from our town hall campus&nbsp;when required. In addition, we also encourage a flexible approach to team building opportunities (we love a catch up over a cuppa, breakfast or lunch) which often take place Face to Face in line with our model of practice. As one of the greenest boroughs in London, resourcefulness is in our nature. We don’t wait to be told, we take the initiative. We face the future head-on, embracing new challenges with open minds and fresh ideas. There’s lots of opportunities to progress here, and if you seize them we’ll support you all the way. Choose Havering and see the difference you’ll make to the people that live, work and learn here. From caring for those who need it most, to ensuring our highways and streets are safe, providing a roof over the heads of our residents, providing excellent customer service or, enhancing our digital services for staff and residents, there are so many ways you can make a positive influence here. And, whether you’re outdoorsy, people-focused or analytical, we have a role that’s right for you. For an informal discussion about the post, please contact by email on <a href="mailto:Jannine.layhe@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jannine.layhe@havering.gov.uk</a> This advert will close at 23:59 on the 31st August 2025 Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees.&nbsp; The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

Team Manager - Children in Care Team

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Salary:&nbsp;£50,537 Job Grade: Level 4, Zone 2 Work Location: Hybrid &nbsp; Hours per week:&nbsp;36 Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Closing dates for applications: Sunday 14^th September 2025 Interviews to be held:&nbsp; Week commencing 29^th September 2025 (via Microsoft Teams) &nbsp;About the roleAs part of our commitment to providing high quality assurance services, we are recruiting a motivated and proficient Principal Auditor to assist in the delivery of the Council’s Internal Audit Plan. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and high performing auditor to join our high profile Internal Audit service.&nbsp;The main objective of the role is to contribute to the Council's governance and assurance framework by delivering an allocated portion of the risk based audit plan.&nbsp; You will also provide advice in relation to risks and controls to officers across the Council. The role reports to the Audit Manager and is based within the Council's highly respected Internal Audit, Investigations and Risk Management service. There are also opportunities to broaden your profile and knowledge as we are part of a Cross Council Assurance Service consisting of a number of London boroughs that co-source Internal Audit functions with PwC. The Cross Council Assurance Services provides opportunities for auditors to network and share intelligence.To find out more about the role please click the below link to view the job profile: <a href="http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11144236/file/document?inline" target="_blank">http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11144236/file/documen…</a>About youYou will be&nbsp;IIA qualified/part-qualified or hold an AAT qualification/similar. You will have a sound understanding of risk based internal audit techniques and methodologies. The ideal candidate will currently be working in a private or public sector Internal Audit role and will have experience of delivering risk based audit reviews.&nbsp;We are looking for a self-motivated and effective team player with excellent verbal and written skills and the credibility and confidence to liaise with officers across the Council, including the senior leadership. &nbsp;Your technical skills will be supported by knowledge and experience of risk based audit techniques and you will have a proven track record of excellent customer focus. You will be able to work on your own initiative and have the ability to juggle conflicting priorities and support requests for advice at short notice.&nbsp;In return we offer a work environment which is stimulating and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop within a high profile organisation. We also offer flexibility and agile working as well as an excellent pension package and competitive salary. The role offers a fantastic opportunity to advance your skills and make a difference to the community.&nbsp;About CamdenIn Camden, community is everything. We’ve established a plan to help us deliver a difference to our residents and neighbourhoods. We are encouraged to be rebellious - to think differently and find new and innovative ways to deliver first class services, making sure everyone knows they have a chance to succeed and where nobody gets left behind. As one of London’s most diverse and vibrant boroughs, we have the opportunity to create a place that works for everyone. We look to hire enthusiastic, passionate people to join us in this exciting venture.&nbsp;Additional informationIf you would like to an informal chat about the role please contact <a href="mailto:Christopher.Nicholls@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">Christopher.Nicholls@camden.gov.uk</a>

Camden Council

Principal Auditor

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Salary: £48,969 - £55,797 Grade:&nbsp;Level 4 Zone 2 Location: 5 Pancras Square, N1C 4AG Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 36, Full Time&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Closing Date: Tuesday 26^th August at 23:59 About Camden Camden is changing on the inside to make life better for everyone. Our residents and communities are at the heart of everything we do. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today and we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind. &nbsp;Here’s where you can help decide a better future for us all.&nbsp; What You’ll Be Doing / How You’ll Be Involved This role is an exciting opportunity to join Camden’s Single Homeless Commissioning Team as a Commissioning Manager. Covering the delivery of our rough sleeping services and supported accommodation services, the team’s aims are to reduce rough sleeping in Camden, improving the wellbeing of those who are rough sleeping, and commissioning high quality services to deliver these objectives. The borough’s new Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy is currently being produced and represents an opportunity to further deliver high quality services to people rough sleeping.&nbsp; You will be responsible for commissioning a range of specialist support services for people who are street homeless, ensuring people receive high quality support to end their homelessness. You will complete key commissioning activities, including needs analyses, business cases, and service designs, in addition to regular contract management and quality assurance practices. You will ensure services are co-produced with those who use them, that they provide value for money, and that they are delivered through trauma, gender and culturally informed approaches. You will drive the integration of services across Adult Social Care, mental and physical health, and other key partners as well as supporting commissioning activities in the Adult Pathway.&nbsp; This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and will require an Basic DBS. To view the Job Profile, please click HERE or copy and paste the below URL into your browser: All About You To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our People by visiting '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories</a>'. We’re looking for someone who brings both innovation and collaboration to their work, and is motivated by the opportunity to improve services for people experiencing street homelessness. You’ll be confident leading commissioning exercises—from designing service specifications and analysing impact, to monitoring contracts and driving improvements. You’ll understand how to assure quality through audits and reviews, and you’ll be passionate about involving service users in shaping the support they receive. You’ll have a strong grasp of safeguarding, homelessness legislation, and commissioning practices, and be able to apply this knowledge in a strategic and integrated way. Working across services and systems, you’ll help align rough sleeping provision with Camden’s wider aims, building partnerships and leading change. You’ll be comfortable managing multiple projects at pace, mobilising short-term initiatives, and working to tight deadlines. Whether you’re negotiating with providers, responding to FOIs, or briefing senior leaders, you’ll communicate clearly and confidently, always with attention to detail and a focus on outcomes. This role also involves close collaboration with colleagues across Procurement, Legal, Finance and other departments, and occasional operational support alongside the Rough Sleeping Manager. You’ll also contribute to commissioning across the wider Adult Pathway when needed. What We Offer At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits. From flexible working to 27 days annual leave (+ bank holidays!). We also know&nbsp;that a work life balance is extremely&nbsp;important so we also offer family leave, loan schemes and access to our incredible staff networks. We also have an incredible pensions scheme.&nbsp; Visit '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits</a>' for more details. Inclusion and Diversity&nbsp; We want Camden Council to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do. To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Anonymised Application&nbsp;–&nbsp;in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias. Asking for Adjustments&nbsp; Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at <a href="mailto:resourcing@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@camden.gov.uk</a> or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG.

Single Homelessness Commissioning Manager

Job Title: Family Practitioner Starting Salary: £34,434 progressing to £37,280 pa Hours: 37.0 Location: Stevenage Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>Within our Children’s Services, continuous improvement is part of our DNA – we are always looking for how we can do things better to achieve positive outcomes for our children, young people and families.We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic, and committed individual to be a Family Practitioner. This position will be based in Family Safeguarding East.<h4>About the role</h4>Family Practitioners deliver parenting programmes and support children and young people who meet the defined criteria for a Child in Need assessment and support.Each Family Practitioner will an agreed number of children and families assigned to them under the close guidance, direction, support and oversight of the Team Manager and Consultant Social Worker.Working closely with the children, parents, extended family and partner agencies, you will contribute to the development of the overall service as part of each team.In this varied role which will see you:<ul><li>Visit children and families to gather information about their needs, strengths, wishes and feelings alongside partner agencies and information already held.</li><li>Complete genograms, ecomaps and chronologies with families to inform assessment and support networks.</li><li>Gather and analyse information in partnership with parents and carers from non-resident parents, extended family and partner agencies.</li><li>Utilise assessment and intervention tools to assess needs and strengths as well as motivate, strengthen and support families through change.</li><li>Compile and analyse all the information gathered within a Child and Family Assessment/Family Safeguarding Parenting programme and develop a recommended plan alongside the family and your line manager.</li><li>Ensure that the work you undertake with families is recorded in an accurate and timely way onto the children’s electronic case records (LCS).</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>We are looking for candidates who meet the below essential criteria:<ul><li>Previous working experience where interaction with children and families has been a major part of the role i.e. Teaching assistants, youth support workers, nursery workers, Children’s Practitioners, s, family centre workers etc.</li><li>A working knowledge of safeguarding thresholds would be helpful but training will be given.</li><li>An ability to relay accurate information/concerns in a timely and sensitive way.</li><li>The drive, passion and flexibility to offer families a high-quality service.</li><li>Secure knowledge and the confidence to recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns and issues.</li><li>Ability to collate and analyse information to produce high quality assessments, action plans and reports with support from the Team CSW and Manager.</li><li>Full UK driving licence and access to vehicle.</li></ul>This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC9 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Linda.Gezi@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Linda.Gezi@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 8th and 9th SeptemberBenefits of working for us <h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Hertfordshire County Council

Family Practitioner

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Please note that we do not accept CVs. We only accept online applications. Our applications can take up to 2hrs to complete&nbsp;but we have prepared some guidelines to help you with the application as it’s such an important part of the process.
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Housing, Leisure and Community Support Services Accountant
Salary:&nbsp; £48,091 - £56,105 (Bar £51,653 until full membership of CCAB body) 
References: PRN000272
The role 
Elmbridge’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.&nbsp;
The key responsibilities of the role include:
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<li>Preparation of revenue estimates.</li>
<li>Providing monthly revenue budget monitoring reports for budget managers.</li>
<li>Supporting the development of the Medium Term Financial Strategy</li>
<li>Providing financial advice, information and support to budget managers.</li>
<li>Reconciliations of control accounts.</li>
<li>Government returns and claims.</li>
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About you
In addition to being enthusiastic and willing to contribute to strong team environment, you will:
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<li>have a full (or part) CCAB qualification</li>
<li>have significant experience of working within a local government finance team</li>
<li>have a detailed knowledge of the CIPFA Code of Practice</li>
<li>have a high standard of numeracy and accuracy</li>
<li>be able to complete task within deadlines</li>
<li>have an excellent working knowledge of spreadsheets and</li>
<li>be able to communicate effectively.</li>
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If 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.
Closing Date: 9 am Friday 19 September 2025
Interview Dates: &nbsp;Thursday 2 October 2025

Elmbridge Borough Council

Housing, Leisure and Community Support Services Accountant

Job Description Organisation: London Borough of Waltham Forest Salary: CD1£130,385 to £137,023 &nbsp;p/a Contract Type: Permanent Working hours per week: 36&nbsp; Application Deadline: 26/08/25 Proposed Interview Date(s): 11/09/25 &amp; 12/09/25 Reference: 1867 About Us:&nbsp; Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work.&nbsp; We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents.&nbsp; London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the <a href="https://www.london.gov.uk/good-work-standard" target="_blank">Mayor of London’s Good Work Standard</a>&nbsp;employers. This accreditation is a proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment.&nbsp; About the role:&nbsp; We are seeking a visionary Corporate Director within the council’s Place Directorate, leading the Housing Service. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver innovative solutions to some of the most pressing housing challenges facing Waltham Forest.&nbsp; Following on from our recent housing inspection, the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) has awarded the Council a C2 grading, which is the second highest rating against the RSH’s Consumer Standards.&nbsp; We are proud of the progress we’ve made since starting our&nbsp;<a href="https://url.uk.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/m3-MCOgK0t45xggTDCxcGCvbY" target="_blank">Housing Transformation Programme</a>, and the C2 grading reflects this.&nbsp; Our comprehensive improvement action plan is already underway to address the issues raised in the inspection, and this role will be looking to develop and improve upon this. <ul> <li><a href="https://url.uk.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/QMcZCNOJ6FXV3QQuXuPcy7haN" target="_blank">You can also read the full report on the Regulator of Social Housing website</a></li> </ul> The successful candidate will lead Housing services with the objective of building thriving sustainable communities to improve the life outcomes for residents of the borough.&nbsp; Provide strong leadership and vision in the development of the council’s housing services, ensuring strategic policy direction, operational management and financial control for the Housing services and any associated statutory functions within the Council.&nbsp; This leadership will ensure the development of customer-centered service delivery, putting the customer at the heart of all activity.&nbsp; <a href="https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/govRoleProfiles/Role%20Profile%20-%20Corporate%20Director%20of%20Housing%20role%20profile%201867.pdf" target="_blank">&gt;&gt; Click here to download the Role Profile &lt;&lt;&nbsp;</a> Key Responsibilities:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Direct, develop and control the Housing service. Responsible for all operational decision making and management of the service including the control of the financial expenditure, comprehensive risk management programme and integrity of the service.</li> <li>Actively contribute to the corporate management and strategic direction, operational planning, Service strategy and policy formulation and implementation that are aligned to the Council’s overall corporate strategy and objectives.&nbsp;</li> <li>Ensure the service plans and performance (either directly or through commissioned / managed services) result in the implementation of agreed Council strategies, policies, and outcomes&nbsp;</li> <li>Provide leadership and direction for the service, while developing and managing stakeholder relationships and partnership working across the sectors including government agencies, and to secure long-term investment and new housing supply.</li> <li>Lead on negotiations with internal / external partners</li> <li>Looking at innovative ways of securing temporary accommodation and dealing with homelessness.&nbsp;</li> <li>Direct and lead on preventative measures to reduce homelessness including through the establishment of close working with colleagues within the Place Directorate, ensuring vulnerable residents can access their welfare benefits and sustain their tenancies.&nbsp;</li> <li>Lead on ensuring that the necessary support mechanisms are in place to ensure that tenancies can be sustained, and all safety regulations are compliant.</li> <li>Ensure that the capacity to respond positively to change is enhanced, that ’traditional thinking’ is challenged, and innovative solutions are pursued throughout the area of responsibility</li> <li>Reporting to the Strategic Director of Place</li> </ul> Qualifications and Requirements:&nbsp; To be considered for this position, you should meet the following requirements:&nbsp; Educated to degree level or equivalent standard.&nbsp; Post graduate qualification / relevant professional qualification&nbsp; Terms and conditions:&nbsp; The below terms and conditions apply to this role:&nbsp; Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks;&nbsp; Satisfactory declaration of interest;&nbsp; This post is politically restricted therefore the post holder is disqualified from undertaking certain political activities under the Local Government Officers (Political Restrictions) Regulations 1990.&nbsp; As a public authority, we must ensure that members of staff in public-facing roles are able to speak fluent English. This means that they must have a command of spoken English, with confidence and accuracy, sufficient for the effective performance of their role. This requirement does not refer to any particular English language qualifications, regional or international accents, dialects, speech impediments or the tone of conversations. It does not require staff to speak only in English.&nbsp; How to Apply:&nbsp; Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications online by pressing the ‘Apply’ button below. This includes a supporting statement that outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy.&nbsp; &nbsp;We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.&nbsp;&nbsp; Equal Opportunity Employer:&nbsp; Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value.&nbsp; To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy.&nbsp; We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below or feel free to discuss this during your interview.&nbsp; For more information on the benefits of working for the Council, please visit <a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us" target="_blank">https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us</a>.&nbsp; Contact Information:&nbsp; If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Jane Morris at <a href="mailto:Jane.Morris@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jane.Morris@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;&nbsp; If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Recruitment Team via email at <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp; The Council’s preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> so we can arrange an alternative application method.&nbsp; Click here for further information on the <a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/council-and-elections/your-data-and-privacy/our-privacy-notices/hr-recruitment-privacy-notice" target="_blank">Human Resources recruitment privacy notice</a>.&nbsp; <ul></ul>

London Borough Of Waltham Forest

Corporate Director of Housing

<h4>About the role</h4>Whether you’re an experienced professional, a newly qualified graduate or someone with a passion for caring,these roles present a fantastic opportunity for you to develop your career in adult social care.Through some of our fantastic development opportunities our staff have been able to complete sponsored degree courses (dependent on need and entry requirement criteria) and have gone on to become social workers or occupational therapists.<h4>About the team</h4>Gateway Connections Team Stevenage 37 hours per weekThe Gateway Connections team is an office-based role focused on preventing the need for formal care and enabling adults across Hertfordshire to stay independent at home for longer. As part of a multi-disciplinary team, you’ll use HCC’s Connected Lives framework to help people achieve their goals by connecting them with the right support and resources. We collaborate with Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, and community partners to deliver the best outcomes for residents.About youYou will be responding to those in need of social care support and undertaking the required work in accordance with the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005.We seek CCO's who excel at engaging with people, promoting inclusive community options, and supporting a self-directed approach while maximising universal services. Our ideal candidates are resilient, robust, imaginative, and reflective. As a small team, we collaborate cohesively to achieve our outcomes, and we’re committed to smart and flexible working.Essential criteria<ul><li>The team is community based and you must have a full UK driving licence and regular access to a vehicle for working purposes</li><li>Experience of working in social care</li><li>Some weekend work is required</li></ul>This job role is within the Health and Social Care Level 8 job profile. Please locate this via: Job profiles - Health and social careThese are ongoing vacancies and applications will be considered as and when received. For an informal discussion and more information please contact: <a href="mailto:ed.davis@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">ed.davis@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences.<h4>Additional information </h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Community Care Officer

Job Title: Quality Monitoring Officer Starting Salary: £34,434 progressing to £37,280 per annum Hours: 37 per week Location: Farnham House, Stevenage or Apsley, Hemel Hempstead Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Adult Care Services<h4>About the team</h4>Join our Provider Monitoring and Assurance Team at Hertfordshire County Council, where we ensure that adult social care services are safe, effective, and high quality — supporting people to live fulfilling lives in line with our Connected Lives approach.We use a web-based platform called&nbsp;PAMMs&nbsp;to monitor and assess services across the county.This is a great opportunity to be part of a passionate, open team committed to improving care. You’ll play a key role in making sure individuals can share their experiences and help shape future services.We are responsible for:<ul><li>Monitoring care providers to ensure high standards of quality and safety</li><li>Promoting choice, control, dignity, and respect</li><li>Applying a consistent approach across all service types</li><li>Supporting the development of a diverse and sustainable care market</li><li>Aligning PAMMs audits with contractual standards</li><li>Helping the council meet its Care Act duties</li></ul><h4>About the role</h4>This role will mainly support our work with individuals receiving commissioned homecare services. Their feedback is vital to assessing service quality. You may also be asked to support other areas of the team’s work when needed.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Capture the views of individuals and carers during PAMMs assessments, focusing on Homecare services</li><li>Ensure timely completion of service monitoring</li><li>Engage with a set percentage of people we support to gather feedback through structured questions</li><li>Respond to concerns raised by individuals, carers, health partners, internal teams, and the CQC</li><li>Highlight and report examples of good practice</li></ul>This role offers the chance to be part of a supportive team, ensuring Individuals’ voices are heard and used to shape better outcomes. By gathering and sharing feedback, you’ll help improve the quality of care.You’ll play a key role in monitoring Homecare Services, helping HCC assess providers against contract standards.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Experience of working in health or social care</li><li>Proven ability to communicate effectively via phone, Microsoft Teams, email, and messaging platforms such as WhatsApp</li><li>Confident user of IT systems, including experience with file management tools and digital platforms</li><li>Strong written communication skills, with experience preparing reports and delivering presentations</li><li>Direct experience engaging with people we support and/or unpaid carers in a professional setting</li><li>Able to work independently and manage tasks remotely, while also collaborating effectively within a team, with the ability to travel to meetings across the County as and when needed.</li><li>Excellent organisational skills, with a track record of managing workload, meeting deadlines, and adapting to changing priorities</li><li>Familiarity with safeguarding principles and their application in adult social care settings</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Full driving licence and access to a car.</li><li>Knowledge of Quality Assurance processes.</li><li>Contracting or commissioning experience.</li><li>Stakeholder engagement, which can include focus groups, tenant/carers meetings.</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC9 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:michelle.muggridge@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">michelle.muggridge@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:bryony.morris@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">bryony.morris@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: Week commencing 8 SeptemberBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Quality Monitoring Officer

Job Title: Travel Trainer Starting Salary: £27,694 progressing to £31,022 per annum Hours: 37.0The post holder is required to be flexible with regards to working hours. The working pattern will be supported by their line manager and will include some early morning starts and availability to support young people on the journey home at the end of the school / college day.Location: StevenageThe postholder will cover West Herts however may be required to be flexible to cover areas countywide when required. Contract Type: Fixed Term End Date Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>The Travel Training team work closely with young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) attending schools and colleges to deliver an accredited programme which aims to provide young people with the skills to be able to travel independently from home to school/college.Alongside high levels of face-to-face work with students in the community, Travel Trainers work together as a team to deliver Travel Training initiatives in schools to support young people with their journey to independence.In order to generate referrals, the Team develop and maintain strong professional relationships with schools, Colleges and partner agencies within HCC to identify young people who fit the programmes criteria and who are suitable for the programme.The Travel Training team is established and highly regarded within Hertfordshire and provides a consistent training programme. You can make a real difference to young people with an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP) in helping them develop life changing skills which will enable them to develop their independence and confidence which can then enhance their social, educational and employment opportunities.<h4>About the role</h4>The role requires working with young people with an EHCP at KS3 - KS5 who have been identified by the school/ college, from partner agencies and referrals and assigned by the line manager as pupils who will benefit from Travel Training.The Focus of the role is to;<ul><li>Work face to face with young people in the community to support them to become independent</li><li>Identify and prioritise young people who are most likely to benefit from travel training.</li><li>Ensure eligibility criteria is met and that they are suitable for the programme.</li><li>Maintaining accurate records of students’ progress and reporting to line manager.</li></ul>The postholder will be required to:<ul><li>Develop the travel training skills of the students, in the classroom and in the community, assisting students in class based and practical activities where applicable.</li><li>You will have face to face meetings with families and 1:1 support with young people while out in the community. Excellent communication skills, empathy, patience and the ability to understand individual needs are vital attributes.</li><li>The role involves planning and managing your own caseload and work patterns whilst being supported by the Travel Trainer manager.</li><li>The post holder will be required to keep accurate records and manage own workload to keep records up to date in line with deadlines.</li><li>The ability to communicate professionally via email, telephone and face to face with partner agencies, young people and their families is essential.</li><li>As part of this role, you will be required to travel to sites across the county using your own mode of transport.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Able to work flexible hours including early starts. This is essential for this role.</li><li>Driving Licence and access to a vehicle.</li><li>Evidence of previous experience of working with young people with SEND including monitoring and development.</li><li>Flexible approach to working and problem solving.</li><li>Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and the ability to keep up-to-date and accurate records.</li><li>Experience of planning and managing a case load.</li><li>Experience of delivering presentations and learning resources to groups of young people.</li><li>Ability to work on an individual basis using own initiative.</li><li>Evidence of previous experience in maintaining health and safety standard and safeguarding whilst working with people in the community</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Teaching experience.</li><li>Evidence of previous experience in maintaining health and safety standard and safeguarding whilst working with people in the community.</li><li>Evidence of previous experience of working with young people with SEND including monitoring and development.</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Community Services, level COM7 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Community servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Stuart Scarrott <a href="mailto:stuart.scarrott1@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">stuart.scarrott1@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>Interview Date: 26th Aug&nbsp;Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. Secondment This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the&nbsp;Secondment Form&nbsp;as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Travel Trainer

Job DescriptionSalary: £29,253&nbsp;- £32,736&nbsp;per annumGrade: CPermanent Contract37 Hours per weekSituated on the River Thames, Thurrock is an ambitious unitary with vision and opportunities for its residents and businesses.Thurrock’s Debt Management Team is a highly recognised services having been nominated twice for the IRRV (Institute of Revenues Rating and Valuation) Most Improved Team of the Year Award and was in the finalists in 2012 and achieved a Bronze Award in 2013.The team are currently looking for a&nbsp;Recovery Officer&nbsp;to join this dynamic team.&nbsp;You would be involved in collection of personal and commercial debt totalling over £230m per year. We make collections on services such as Revenues and Benefits, Non-Domestic Rates, Trade Waste and Sundry debts. You will have a portfolio of accounts which will require a variety of contact streams including telephone calls, written enquiries, emails, face to face visits and attendances to Court.The ideal candidate will have:<ul> <li>Confidence to be able to manage difficult conversations</li> <li>A knowledge debt collection processes</li> <li>A full knowledge and understanding of the Thurrock Fair Debt Policy</li> <li>Experience using negotiation skills</li> <li>Experience of communicating with members of the public.</li></ul>&nbsp;In return for your time and commitment, we offer:<ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement – 25 days rising to 30 after 5 years’ service</li> <li>Flexible working to support a good work life balance</li> <li>An excellent Employee Assistance Programme</li> <li>Excellent training opportunities and an established CPD programme</li> <li>Reflective supervision and management support</li></ul>A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at Basic Level is required for this post.&nbsp;Advert Closing Date<ul> <li>Redeployment Only:&nbsp;21st August 2025</li> <li>Internal &amp; External:&nbsp;31st August 2025</li></ul>Interview Date:&nbsp;To Be ConfirmedTo view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Eb7_2cbo5HtLsz9rPzt8Uz8BtX1DpN1-AAIjBwuGtzEHQw?e=PoPaH3" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> &nbsp;“If you encounter an error message when opening the Job Profile link please refresh the error page”About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Debt Recovery Officer

Job DescriptionSalary: £24.30 - £27.33 per hour, depending on grade. Subject to increase for 24/25 pay yearGrade TUTLEC 1 – 4 depending on qualifications and experience.Casual Contract - Hours per Week are variable (as &amp; when required) and subject to demand<ul> <li>Thurrock Adult Community College is the local authority’s provider of adult education for Thurrock. Our main base is in the Old Court House in Grays, but we deliver courses across the borough.</li> <li>You will be responsible for planning courses and lessons, creating resources, teaching lessons, and marking learners work and giving developmental feedback.</li> <li>Experience of teaching adults is required.</li> <li>Experience of teaching individuals with learning difficulties is essential.</li> <li>You will have level 2 qualifications in English and maths, a level 3 award in Education and Training and ideally a level 5 teaching qualification for teaching in post 16 sector. We will consider applications from individuals with no formal teaching qualifications, depending on experience, but you will need to achieve the level 3 award within the first year of teaching and the level 5 diploma within the second year.</li> <li>An Enhanced DBS check with children’s barred list is required.</li></ul>Closing Date: 24th August 2025Interview Date: To Be ConfirmedIf you have any questions or wish to discuss the post further, please contact <a href="mailto:Fay.Stone@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">Fay.Stone@thurrock.gov.uk</a> To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EQxxjrfufk9EjufmeBXBpX4BkeAfMIG-jA9HUmp6THyslA?e=Y3Rk6g" target="_blank">Download Job Profile )PDF Document)</a> &nbsp;About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Tutor (Casual) - Adults with Learning Difficulties

<h4>The Role</h4>Step into a Senior Role that Makes a Lasting ImpactAre you an experienced social worker ready to take the next step in your career? Do you want to play a key role in shaping high-quality, person-centred care for adults in Southwark?This could be your perfect next move.We’re looking for Deputy Team Managers – also known as a Senior Social Workers – to join our Adult Social Work Services. This role offers the best of both worlds: the opportunity to hold a meaningful, senior position while remaining close to frontline practice and the people we support.You’ll be a vital part of a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team, working alongside skilled colleagues to support adults with physical disabilities, older people, adults with dementia, and carers. You’ll bring your expertise and leadership in practice to complex cases, support less experienced team members, and contribute to a collaborative, supportive culture.Why Join Southwark?We understand that more and more professionals are valuing the long-term benefits of permanent roles—like career stability, funded development and the chance to build lasting relationships with the people they support.At Southwark, we offer:<ul><li>a stable, secure role with clear pathways for progression</li><li>generous benefits, including annual leave and pension</li><li>funded training and CPD, including leadership programmes</li><li>flexible and hybrid working, plus the tools you need to thrive</li><li>strong professional support, including from our Principal Social Worker and OT</li></ul>Who We're Looking ForYou’ll be an experienced and confident social worker who is:<ul><li>a qualified and registered Social Worker.</li><li>experienced, with post-qualification training or equivalent expertise in a relevant field.</li><li>knowledgeable about current and emerging adult social care legislation</li><li>skilled in managing complex cases and safeguarding work</li><li>a strong communicator who supports colleagues and promotes best practice</li><li>committed to high standards of care and person-centred support</li><li>ready to step into a senior position within a supportive team</li></ul>Whether you're seeking greater responsibility or looking to deepen your impact without moving fully into management, this role provides the opportunity to grow while staying rooted in practice.To apply, please indicate which team you’re interested in joining. Learn more about our teams and what they do <a href="https://www.southwarkadultsocialcarejobs.co.uk/services/" target="_blank">here</a>. This post requires an Enhanced DBS check.Benefits and more information:In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Staff Benefits</a> page.Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.





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Southwark Council

Deputy Team Manager - Adults

<h4>The role</h4>This is an exciting opportunity to join our friendly and dedicated Learning and Development team as we continue to support the growth, development and transformation of our workforce.As a Learning and Development Administrator, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day coordination of a wide range of training programmes delivered across the council. From managing course bookings and handling queries to maintaining accurate training records and supporting with evaluations, your work will help ensure a smooth and professional learning experience for all staff.You’ll work closely with our Learning and Development Partners, liaising with internal teams and external training providers to support the planning, procurement and delivery of learning and development activities. Your responsibilities will include updating our learning management system, processing course payments, and using digital platforms to promote and monitor training. This is a varied and fast-paced role where strong organisational skills and a commitment to excellent customer service are essential to keeping everything running effectively.Whether it's safeguarding, social care, leadership development or digital training, you’ll be part of the engine behind our learning offer. Your work will help ensure colleagues across the council have access to high-quality development opportunities that support both individual growth and wider organisational goals.If you're looking to build your experience in a supportive and forward-thinking environment, this role offers a great platform to do just that.Key responsibilities:• Coordinate and manage a variety of learning and development activities across the council• Act as the first point of contact for training queries, providing helpful and responsive support• Liaise with internal teams and external providers to support the smooth delivery of training programmes• Maintain accurate training records and update content on the learning management system• Support the end-to-end process of course administration, including bookings, evaluations, and payments• Embrace digital tools and systems to enhance the learning experience and improve service deliveryWhat you’ll bring to the role:We’re looking for someone who brings a strong mix of organisational skills, customer focus, and a passion for learning and development.• Experience working in a HR/OD or similar environment providing high-quality customer service to both internal and external stakeholders• A good understanding of the learning and development function within an organisation• The ability to plan, organise and prioritise workload to meet tight deadlines• Confident written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail• Experience coordinating training or projects in a busy team environment• Proficiency with learning management systems and common business IT applications• An understanding of the importance of accurate data collection and analysis<h4>Additional details</h4>Please note this role is being offered on a fixed term contract basis for a duration of 6 months. We encourage any internal staff to gain agreement from their substantive line manager if considering this as a secondment opportunity.Employee benefits:You’ll join a motivated, driven, and supportive team that values each of its members and strives for excellence. You’ll also be part of a successful, high-achieving service making a real difference to the lives of residents across the borough. In return for all your hard work, skills and experience, you will receive:• A competitive base salary (pro rata for part time staff)• Strong supportive senior management team• Regular one to one supervision• Professional development &amp; training opportunities• Clear career development pathways• Agile and flexible working arrangements• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)• Season ticket and cycle loans• Annual Leave starting at 27 days per year, increasing to 35 (with length of service) (pro rata for part time staff)• Wellbeing programme• HSF Health plan and eye care scheme• EAP employee assistance programme, confidential counselling and support• Social clubs and staff groupsGuaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans• Are currently in care, or have previously been in care• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition.<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>Southwark Council is the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with conservation areas, historic buildings, social enterprises and a young, diverse, and growing population.At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals, and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark 2030 and Southwark Stands Together, underpins all that we do.<h4>Recruitment timetable</h4>Closing date: 29/08/2025 at 23:59**We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, in which case we will move the key dates for the process. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.Interview date: to be confirmed#LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2553151&amp;ptId=106840" target="_blank">Click here to view the Job Description and Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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