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Brent Council’s local graduate scheme We participate in the Local Government Graduate Program (Impact), which is run by the Local Government Association (LGA). The Impact programme is a two-year high profile national management trainee programme for high calibre graduates with the potential to become senior managerial leaders in local government within the next ten years. If you have never thought of working for your local council before, now is the time. We are offering Brent residents the opportunity to apply to join our graduate scheme from October 2025. A prime location – on your doorstep! It takes under 10 minutes to walk from Wembley Park station to the Civic Centre and 20 minutes from Wembley Central station. We are well served by public transport within and out of the borough. We welcome Brent locals who are passionate about making their borough a better place to live.&nbsp; Benefits of Brent Council’s local scheme •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Support throughout the application process:&nbsp;All local applicants will be given the opportunity to receive support throughout the process from existing Brent graduates. Please see our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.brent.gov.uk/jobs-training-and-skills/graduates#abouttheprogramme" target="_blank">Graduate Programme page</a>&nbsp;for more details on our skills session we are holding to support applicants for the online tests during stage •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Optional third year:&nbsp;Brent Council will guarantee graduates, who complete the core programme satisfactorily, a further 1 year fixed-term contract. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Live and work in a diverse area you are familiar with:&nbsp;The local scheme is a unique opportunity for Brent locals to make a positive impact in their borough and provide experience in a dynamic, exciting and socially responsible council. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Exposure to senior leaders:&nbsp;All graduates are assigned a senior mentor who will be a director from the Senior Management Team.&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Strong support network:&nbsp;All graduates will be provided with an existing graduate as a buddy, regular feedback sessions and 1:1 meeting with the graduate scheme’s placement coordinator. With 16 graduates currently on the programme, peer support will be provided throughout the scheme and beyond. Essential Requirements&nbsp; Applicants must meet the following essential criteria in order to apply:&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Obtained a minimum 2:2 undergraduate degree in any subject by Summer 2026 •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;You must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the 2-year programme. Unfortunately, we cannot sponsor visas. For more information on eligibility and right to work requirements please visit our website.
You can apply for the scheme regardless of when you graduated. To be eligible for a place on the scheme at Brent, you must also meet one of the criteria below: •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Have lived in Brent for at least 2 years; or •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Have studied (at a secondary or further education establishment, including school, college, PRU) in Brent; or •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Be a Brent Care leaver; or •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Have been a Brent Council council employee for more than 1 year.&nbsp; The application process Successful applicants will need to demonstrate their understanding of Impact’s key skills and behaviours through a competitive, multi-stage application process. Local candidates participate in the same process as national candidates but have the advantage of a guaranteed interview with Brent. As part of the application process, you are required to complete a Situational Judgment Test which is the only assessment you will need to complete at this stage. The Situational Judgement Test (SJT) presents you with 24 realistic scenarios that someone might experience in a role on the programme, along with multiple ways of responding. The SJT will appear after you have completed your application question, and you will need to complete the SJT before you can submit your application. Instructions for the test: This test is untimed, and it should be completed in one sitting. You will be taken to the assessment page after answering your application questions. You will need to organise each scenario into the order of response, depending on what you are most appropriate or least appropriate to do for each of the 24 questions.
There are detailed instructions within the form. If you have any questions or require support completing your application or situational judgement test, please do not hesitate to contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:impact.support@local.gov.uk" target="_blank">impact.support@local.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;before starting your application or test. For further information please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.local.gov.uk/impact-local-government-graduate-programme-candidates/impact-local-government-graduate-programme-2" target="_blank">Impact website</a>. Your local application will progress in the same timeframe as Impact’s national campaign, and you will be assessed at the same time as national candidates. Impact’s support team will invite successful candidates to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.local.gov.uk/impact-local-government-graduate-programme-candidates/impact-application/impact-local-government-0" target="_blank">each stage of the National recruitment process</a>.&nbsp; They will then refer those that are successful at the assessment centre (stage 3) for an interview with Brent council. Impact facilitates the assessment of all nominated local candidates in line with national candidates to ensure they meet the same standard. How to Apply
If you are interested in applying as a local candidate for Brent Council and meet the above eligibility criteria, please apply via the&nbsp;<a href="https://lga.tal.net/vx/appcentre-ext/brand-4/spa-1/candidate/so/pm/1/pl/3/opp/857-Graduate-Management-Trainee-on-Impact-The-Local-Government-Graduate-Programme-Cohort-28-Local-Recruitment-for-Brent-Council/en-GB" target="_blank">Local Recruitment for the NGDP – London Borough of Brent</a>. Please only apply using this link, if you meet the eligibility criteria and want to specifically work for Brent.
Please note: If you meet the eligibility criteria and want to work specifically for Brent Council, apply via the&nbsp;Local Recruitment for the NGDP – London Borough of Brent&nbsp;link. Do not apply using the ‘APPLY’ button below, as the LGA is managing this recruitment on our behalf. Closing date: 12.00pm midday, Tuesday 6 January 2026 Location: Civic centre and other locations from time to time 
We support Impact’s goal to recruit graduates from all different backgrounds, universities and degree disciplines; our aim is to reflect the diverse community that we serve. We are looking for people who have the right values and attitudes and who can demonstrate their motivation for a career in the public sector, and who is genuinely interested in the borough. As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including hidden 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;<a href="mailto:impact.support@local.gov.uk" target="_blank">impact.support@local.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;Please note the information you provide will be treated fairly and confidentially.
Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.
Data transparency statement
Before applying, you will be directed to the LGA’s privacy statement. Please be advised that by applying for this local campaign you are accepting that the local authority will have access to view your application in order to shortlist effectively against their criteria.&nbsp; The LGA use anonymised/blind recruitment for all applications. This means that the local authority will not be able to see your personal details at shortlisting stage.&nbsp; After shortlisting has taken place, the council will be able to view your name and will have access to contact you at each stage unless you choose to withdraw.

Brent Council

This is Brent

Graduate Trainee

<h5>The opportunity and the context </h5><h4>Role Overview</h4>We are looking for a passionate and experienced Energy Project Manager to help accelerate the delivery of net zero objectives across the public sector estate. This is a fixed-term opportunity until 31st September 2026, offering the chance to lead impactful low carbon energy projects that support sustainable growth, investment, and job creation.Reporting into the Net Zero Programme Lead within the Net Zero Hub, you’ll work collaboratively with stakeholders across local authorities, government agencies, industry bodies, and academia.<h4>What you’ll be doing:</h4><ul><li>Develop and manage a pipeline of investable local energy and decarbonisation projects</li><li>Lead feasibility studies and business case development to support investment decisions</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with public sector bodies and other stakeholders</li><li>Support grant funding applications and identify solutions to delivery barriers</li><li>Represent the Hub at local and regional levels, sharing best practice and innovation</li></ul><h5>What we're looking for </h5><h4>We’re looking for someone with:</h4><ul><li>A degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline</li><li>Strong knowledge of energy technologies and Net Zero policy</li><li>Proven experience in project and contract management, ideally in energy delivery</li><li>Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills</li><li>Ability to produce professional reports and presentations for varied audiences</li></ul><h5>Why Join Us? </h5><h4>What we offer:</h4><ul><li>Be part of a forward-thinking team making a regional impact</li><li>A role centred on creativity, collaboration, and community impact</li><li>Opportunities for personal development and continuous learning</li></ul><h4>Job Description</h4>You can view the full Job Description for this role <a href="https://cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/documents/HR/job-vacancies/JD-Energy-Project-Manager-NZ.pdf" target="_blank">here</a><h4>Key Details</h4><h4>How to apply</h4>Please apply and send your covering letter to <a href="mailto:recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk</a>Your covering letter is your opportunity to shine; we’d love to hear how your experience, skills and passion align with the Job Description and Person Specification. Tell us how you’d make an impact in this role and why it excites you.Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.In this role, you are a homeworker, with occasional travel to London, around 1-2 days/month.<h4>Key Dates</h4><ul><li>Closing date: Friday 24th October 2025</li><li>Please note: this is the closing date for this vacancy is as stated here; other job sites may display a different date.</li><li>Interviews will be held online in November.</li></ul>We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.<h4>Enquiries</h4>For more information, contact: <a href="mailto:recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk</a><h4>Right to work</h4>This role does not offer visa sponsorship. You must have an existing and valid right to work in the UK at the time of application.<h4>Our Commitment</h4>We are a Disability Confident Employer and proud supporters of the Care Leavers Covenant and Armed Forces Covenant.We encourage applicants to complete our voluntary Equal Opportunities Questionnaire. Your participation in this process is entirely optional and will not impact your application in any way. The information you provide will be kept confidential and will only be used for internal monitoring purposes. Please click on the link to complete this <a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=3rPJZkNKK0yzoqPzEsATlGpX54cFjeZLuAOhvfJ21XJUNkpPQldJWDNLWVJYSjQ5Q0xOQjFZTFNLSS4u" target="_blank">Equal Opportunities Questionnaire Form</a>. For more information, please visit <a href="https://cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk/about-us/career-opportunities/" target="_blank">this page</a>.





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Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority

Greater South East Net Zero Hub Energy Project Manager

<h5>The opportunity and the context </h5><h4>Role Overview</h4>We’re seeking an inspiring and strategic Net Zero Programme Lead to accelerate the delivery of ambitious decarbonisation objectives across our region. This is a fixed-term opportunity until 31st September 2026, where you’ll shape and oversee a pipeline of innovative local energy projects, working at the heart of a dynamic and expert team.Reporting to the Regional Director of the Net Zero Hub, you’ll lead a talented group of Project Managers and Officers, providing energy sector expertise to a wide range of organisations and stakeholders. Your leadership will be pivotal in building strategic partnerships, driving knowledge exchange, and maximising the impact of available funding.<h4>What you’ll be doing:</h4><ul><li>Develop and oversee the delivery of the net zero investment pipeline for the Hub</li><li>Lead, motivate and manage a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-impact energy projects</li><li>Build and maintain strategic relationships with public sector, private, and third sector partners, as well as industry bodies and academia</li><li>Ensure robust programme management, quality assurance, and performance monitoring against KPIs and targets</li><li>Identify and secure additional resources, funding, and innovative solutions to expand the scope and scale of decarbonisation</li><li>Represent the Hub at senior level, sharing best practice and driving regional collaboration</li></ul><h5>What we're looking for </h5><h4>We’re looking for someone with:</h4><ul><li>A degree (or equivalent experience) in engineering, energy, or a related discipline</li><li>In-depth knowledge of energy systems, technologies, and net zero policy</li><li>Proven experience in leading the development and delivery of local energy projects, including budget and performance management</li><li>Strong track record in stakeholder engagement and partnership working</li><li>Excellent programme management, analytical, and communication skills</li><li>Previous line management and contract management experience</li></ul><h5>Why Join Us? </h5><h4>What we offer:</h4><ul><li>Be part of a forward-thinking team making a regional impact</li><li>A role centred on creativity, collaboration, and community impact</li><li>Opportunities for personal development and continuous learning</li></ul><h4>Job Description</h4>You can view the full Job Description for this role <a href="https://cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/documents/HR/job-vacancies/JD-Net-Zero-Programme-Lead.pdf" target="_blank">here</a><h4>Key Details</h4><h4>How to apply</h4>Please apply and send your covering letter to <a href="mailto:recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk</a>.Your covering letter is your opportunity to shine; we’d love to hear how your experience, skills and passion align with the Job Description and Person Specification. Tell us how you’d make an impact in this role and why it excites you.Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.In this role, you are a homeworker, with occasional travel to London, around 1-2 days/month.<h4>Key Dates</h4><ul><li>Closing date: Friday 24th October 2025</li><li>Please note: this is the closing date for this vacancy is as stated here; other job sites may display a different date.</li><li>Interviews will be held online in November.</li></ul>We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.<h4>Enquiries</h4>For more information, contact: <a href="mailto:recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk</a><h4>Right to work</h4>This role does not offer visa sponsorship. You must have an existing and valid right to work in the UK at the time of application.<h4>Our Commitment</h4>We are a Disability Confident Employer and proud supporters of the Care Leavers Covenant and Armed Forces Covenant.We encourage applicants to complete our voluntary Equal Opportunities Questionnaire. Your participation in this process is entirely optional and will not impact your application in any way. The information you provide will be kept confidential and will only be used for internal monitoring purposes. Please click on the link to complete this <a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=3rPJZkNKK0yzoqPzEsATlGpX54cFjeZLuAOhvfJ21XJUNkpPQldJWDNLWVJYSjQ5Q0xOQjFZTFNLSS4u" target="_blank">Equal Opportunities Questionnaire Form</a>. For more information, please visit <a href="https://cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk/about-us/career-opportunities/" target="_blank">this page</a>.





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Greater South East Net Zero Hub Net Zero Programme Lead

Ealing Council have an exciting new opportunity as Capital Project Manager available on a full-time basis. At Ealing Council, we are committed to ensuring every family has a decent living income and can afford a genuinely affordable home. We strive to create communities where everyone can live a long, happy, and healthy life, full of pride and identity.The Capital Project Manager role:To assist in the delivery of effective project and contract management to ensure capital investment, building safety remediation, and retrofit sustainability projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget, while ensuring 100% compliance with statutory obligations and regulatory undertakings.As a Capital Project Manager you will:<ul><li>Deliver excellent levels of customer service to both external and internal customers.</li><li>Be responsible for delivering work on-site, reviewing the work, and dealing with customers and contractors.</li><li>ensure work is delivered safely in compliance with legislation, regulations, and council policies</li><li>Provide detailed reports that offer reassurance of project delivery, value, and customer satisfaction.</li><li>To engage with stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met.</li><li>set, monitor, and review performance standards and key performance indicators.</li></ul>Our ideal Capital Project Manager will have the below skills and experience:– Extensive experience in a similar role managing projects within an Asset Management environment. – In-depth understanding of Building Regulations, planning requirements, property compliance, health and safety, and housing law (including the Building Safety Act 2022) and familiarity with the Decent Homes Standard and Lettable Standards. – Experience in working collaboratively and effectively within a matrix structure to ensure effective team performance and successful project delivery. – Strong commercial acumen with a focus on continuous improvement and value for money. – Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with proficiency in ICT. – Proven ability to set, monitor, and review performance standards and key performance indicators. – Knowledge and experience of CDM Planning, Principal Designer, and client duties. – Understanding of contracts, tender agreements, and procurement processes, and working with utilities providers, including understanding their drawings and service details. – Proficient use of using computerised Asset Management Systems. – A collaborative team player with a positive attitude, dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment and achieving excellent outcomes for all residents.TO APPLY FOR THIS ROLE, PLEASE RETURN TO THE <a href="https://jobs.ealing.gov.uk/ealing-council-filter/" target="_blank">EALING COUNCIL VACANCY</a> SEARCH PAGE AND CLICK ON ‘APPLY ONLINE’ IN THE RELEVANT JOB SUMMARY BOX.<a href="https://www.ealing.gov.uk/download/downloads/id/21109/capital_project_manager_role_profile.pdf" target="_blank">Role Profile</a><ul></ul>

London Borough of Ealing

Capital Project Manager

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form. For school vacancies please see further details online regarding their application process.
The Isle of Wight Council currently does not have a license to sponsor overseas workers.
The Isle of Wight Council reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than stated, if required. To ensure your application is considered, it is recommended to submit your application promptly.



37 hours per week
The Isle of Wight Heritage Service is looking for a General Manager / Curator to lead the management and development of Dinosaur Isle.
Located on Sandown seafront on the Isle of Wight, Dinosaur Isle Museum is widely regarded as the home of the most important dinosaur collection in the United Kingdom, (outside of the national collection). The museum holds a collection of over 35,000 specimens which records the 130 million year story of the Island. Dinosaur Isle is an Accredited Museum it welcomes over 50,000 visitors a year and is an important tourist attraction for the Isle of Wight.
We are looking to recruit an individual who has extensive experience of managing a tourist attraction, cultural organisation or museum; who can work with colleagues and partners to create a sustainable business plan for the museum and it’s collections. The museum is currently undergoing building improvements funded by the Arts Council’s Museum Estate and Development fund. We are looking for an individual who can lead the museum forward, maximising visitor numbers, securing grants to develop the museum displays and work to ensure Museum Accreditation status is maintained.
We are looking for someone who has;
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<li>Proven financial skills of managing budgets and reviewing performance and creating marketing plans</li>
<li>Experience of guiding a busy team, volunteers and friend’s organisation. Someone who is confident and skilled in strengthening internal and external networks</li>
<li>Experience of managing workplace risks and leading on health and safety for the museum</li>
<li>Knowledge of the Museum Accreditation scheme, museum documentation and collections management procedures</li>
<li>&nbsp;A positive ‘can do’ attitude who can work evenings and provide duty manager cover at weekends when required&nbsp;</li>
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General Manager & Curator - Dinosaur Isle

About the roleInternal Only North Northamptonshire is currently on an exciting journey to transform its buildings and infrastructure and as part of this, we are looking for a Project Officer to join our Capital Projects team.As part of the capital projects team you will work to define, develop and deliver projects that range from £25k to £10M of which many can be considered complex projects due to the variety of internal/external stakeholders - funders, services, end users, clients and developers. To lead projects managing external consultant design teams and contractor delivery teams. You will have responsibility for the delivery of multiple projects at one time across a variety of areas, education, leisure, assets, communities and children's services, ensuring objectives are delivered realising all benefits with full governance observed. You will need experience of working with a range of people internally and externally to deliver a project or initiative. Alongside this you will also need good organisation, literacy, numeracy and communication skills.Projects will be based across North Northamptonshire and you will need you to attend site meetings or meetings in the office on average 2 days a week. DBS check is required.If you would like more information about this role or are interested in applying, please contact Victoria Phillipson <a href="mailto:Victoria.phillipson@northnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Victoria.phillipson@northnorthants.gov.uk</a> What will you be doing?Project Management. Delivery of a suite of projects from brief through design and delivery. Procuring contractors, initiating, a project, planning, executing, managing, and closing the project to achieve specific targets to the agreed timescales.Stakeholder Management. Develop effective, relationships with stakeholders and partners, both internal and external to the council and to ensure that the councils programme of capital projects are delivered to specification, on time and within budget. Governance. To work within the legal requirements, policies, financial procedures, governance, procurement, framework rules and adhering to the recommended practice to protect the council from risk. Ensuring that all members of the project team are fully conversant with those parameters and approvals are sought at the required steps in the process. Risk &amp; Issue Management. Develop and manage the project risk and issues registers, regularly monitoring and updating these to ensure the risks are managed.Finance. Providing monthly monitoring and forecasting, managing the accounting process from setting up the supplier to receipting invoices and monitoring payments to suppliers including value engineering where there are budget constraints or issues impacting the budget. Procurement. Responsibility for the end-to-end process of procurement for the project including tendering, selection and awarding of the contract for the specialist roles and the principal contractor. Leadership. Motivating, managing and setting parameters on the project such as time, cost and quality roles &amp; responsibilities within the project team.Reporting. To report to the necessary project boards and stakeholders providing advice on required solutions to issues that have arisen during a project. To report accurate, up to date information to the relevant parties as and when required. Communication. To develop a communication plan to ensure effective communication with all stakeholders and the project team is maintained as set out throughout the project. This should establish the methods of communication based on the receiver’s requirements.Agile. Be agile and flexible enough to adapt the project ensuring the project has flexibility within its parameters to allow for change should the strategy, regulations or outcome require change during the delivery of the project.About youThe successful candidate will beagile and flexible enough to adapt ensuring the project has flexibility within its parameters to allow for change should the strategy, regulations or outcome require change during the delivery of the project. The post will be remote working, however there is a requirement to attend the project site and Team Meetings in person as needed, it is anticipated this would be on average 2 days a week.You will have good numeracy and literacy and ideally a relevant project management qualification or equivalent alongside knowledge and experience of manging projects.Knowledge and experience of local authorities is key particularly to provide a knowledge of elements such as governance, approvals and procurement processes. Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur Values and BehavioursOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur Key CommitmentsOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council’s pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status.Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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North Northamptonshire Council

Project Officer (Internal Only)

About the BoroughFound in zone 6 with good transport links in and out of London, Kingston is a vibrant and diverse university town which creates the rich sense of community shared across the borough and its Residents. Kingston boasts an idyllic riverside location, good shopping and great restaurants, as well as a mix of modern and historic town centre. Kingston has lots of open parklands and cycle routes that help connect the district town centres into an enjoyable place to live and work.We are 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.About the Service and Team You will be part of the Culture and Heritage team within the Council working within the Library Service, working on an exciting programme making the borough a destination place for culture and heritage.&nbsp;&nbsp;Kingston Library Service is continually transforming.&nbsp; We have updated our frontline services and are now changing the way we engage with Kingston residents, communities and partners.&nbsp; We are actively looking to help engage, enable and empower our communities, working collaboratively with partners.&nbsp; Part of this work is the development of the Community Hubs initiative which you will play an active part in. It has been acknowledged that culture is critical to health and wellbeing, the local economy and regeneration projects.We have an extensive activities programme for all ages, which you will play a critical role in designing, supporting and running.&nbsp; You may also need to lead on activities such as Rhyme times, class visits etc&nbsp;We are always looking at new ways of working, new technologies to help support our customers and give an efficient service.&nbsp;About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateThe Council is focused on delivering the best possible outcomes for its communities.&nbsp; To do this the Council needs employees who thrive in an agile and networked organisation and who can support continuous improvement within a constructive organisational culture.&nbsp;&nbsp;The role reports directly to the Outreach and Engagement Manager - Libraries<ul><li>Kingston Library is a vibrant hub with many community activities, the successful candidate will develop and build upon what is happening already</li><li>There are weekly Rhyme Time sessions for the under 5s which are run by library staff</li><li>A monthly dementia choir, Reading and book groups, craft and knitting groups, monthly repair cafe, and a collection of board games for everyone to use</li><li>The successful candidate will be experienced in working with community groups and running activities and events for all ages</li><li>You also have experience and skills in team leadership and will be working in partnership with colleagues across the library and wider council</li></ul>About You&nbsp;Qualities / Skills<ul><li>Demonstrate Agility and Adaptability in mindset and ways of working</li><li>Demonstrate innovation and creativity</li><li>Actively engage in positive cross organisational communication</li><li>Work successfully with key stakeholders within and outside of the Council</li><li>Demonstrate commitment to your own personal development to meet the changing demands of the role.</li><li>Ability to problem solve and use your initiative&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Good Organisational skills</li></ul>Essential Experience<ul><li>Excellent Customer Care skills and Communication skills</li><li>1 year experience of either working in a library setting or experience in working in a customer facing role e.g. retail</li><li>Team leadership</li><li>Working with communities and community organisations to create activities and events</li></ul>Desirable Experience<ul><li>Managing a building and dealing with health &amp; Safety</li></ul>Minimum / Essential requirements<ul><li>Ability to understand, communicate and interact confidently with customers, Colleagues and stakeholders&nbsp;</li><li>Knowledge, experience of using IT equipment and software&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to work under pressure and react quickly to situations being the main point of contact</li><li>Ability to carry and shelf stock at high and low levels and to move furniture when necessary</li><li>Community engagement experience, delivering community events &amp; activities for the residents.</li><li>Customer service experience</li><li>Able to deliver group activities for young and older residents</li></ul>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 25-32 days, plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade.</li><li>Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li><li>Hybrid working (dependent on the role)</li><li>Flexible 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 Kingston&nbsp;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 STAR&nbsp;values. Here at Kingston&nbsp;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 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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