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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Are you ready for your next exciting and challenging career move?&nbsp;Are you committed to tackling inequalities and driving initiatives that make a real difference to the community? &nbsp;Do you have a passion to influence change, lead strategically and promote innovative ideas?&nbsp;If so, we’d like to hear from youBrighton &amp; Hove is an iconic, diverse, coastal city. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are now looking to appoint a Director of Commissioning and Communities who will have the unique opportunity to make a real impact on the wellbeing of our communities, contributing to the future of our vibrant city and helping to create a place where everyone can feel safe and welcome.  &nbsp;This is a rare chance to be at the forefront of public service in an exciting, vibrant and diverse city, with a wide-ranging portfolio offering you the opportunity to make a real difference. &nbsp;You’ll help us to embed our learning organisation culture, which promotes collaboration, connection, innovation, diversity and inclusion, and staff wellbeing. Our vision is a better Brighton &amp; Hove for all - where a fair and inclusive city is a key priority. In this key role, collaboration with colleagues, partners, communities, and the people of Brighton &amp; Hove will be essential to turn this vision into reality, across such a diverse and dynamic city.&nbsp;To find out more about this unique and exciting opportunity, please contact &nbsp;<a href="mailto:Deb.austin@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">Deb.austin@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a> for an informal conversation.&nbsp;Closing date: 23 January 2026&nbsp;Interview date:  w/c 2 February 2026&nbsp;External secondment from an outside organisation: applicants will need to agree their release from their employer for 12 months, and the successful applicant would be paid by their employer and remain an employee of their own organisation. A secondment agreement would be set up between the employer and Brighton &amp; Hove City Council, and arrangements made for the employer to recover salary costs from the Council as the host organisation.&nbsp;Internal secondment: This role is available as a secondment to internal applicants in line with our secondment policy. Before applying, please ensure you have read <a href="https://brightonandhovecc.sharepoint.com/sites/TheWavePoliciesandProcedures/SitePages/Secondment-policy.aspx?web=1" target="_blank">the Secondment policy</a> to ensure you are eligible to apply. In accordance with the policy, please ensure you have the written approval of your line manager before applying. Evidence of this must be included with your application.&nbsp;<h2>About the role</h2>We’re looking for an inspirational leader who will motivate and unite teams and communities. With a proven track record of system leadership to deliver success in similar environments, the successful candidate will bring experience in driving improvements that will have a lasting positive impact. &nbsp;As our new Director of Commissioning and Communities, you will &nbsp;<ul><li>lead a highly respected, influential, multi-professional team of 200 dedicated staff, and be a vital part of the council’s senior leadership team ensuring alignment of service delivery with our missions in the Council Plan.</li><li>provide visionary leadership and strategic direction for Community Cohesion and Community Safety, Libraries, the Customer Service interface between the public and council services,Post-16 Skills and Employment, Children Service Commissioning as well as the Children Safeguarding Partnership and Quality Assurance.&nbsp;</li><li>Demonstrate expertise in modernising and transforming services through collaborative partnerships, fostering cultural change and embedding continuous improvement.</li><li>motivate and unite teams and communities inclusively, in ways that have a lasting positive impact.</li><li>have a proven track record of system leadership to deliver success in similar environments.</li></ul>We are looking for someone who:&nbsp;<ul><li>Has the ability to set vision and have strong strategic and analytical skills, with the ability to develop and implement inclusive strategies that meet the needs of children, families, and residents, while promoting diversity and equality in practice.</li><li>Is able to&nbsp;make sound judgment, have strong management skills cultivated through senior leadership roles within large and complex organisations, with a proven commitment to advancing diversity, inclusion, and equitable outcomes.</li><li>Has the ability to navigate complex dynamics and resolve conflicts constructively.</li><li>Is an effective leader who builds strong teams and creates a dynamic environment that can deliver changes to improve outcomes for residents inclusively. &nbsp;</li><li>Has a proven track record of system leadership to deliver success in similar environments.&nbsp;</li></ul>In joining us you will be part of the Families, Children and Wellbeing Directorate Leadership Team focussed on providing leadership and strategic direction for Community Cohesion and Community Safety, Libraries, Customer Service, Post-16 Skills, and Employment and Commissioning for Children services as well as Child Safeguarding Partnership aligned with missions in the council plan.&nbsp;As a member of the Extended Corporate Leadership Team and attendee of relevant discussions at weekly Corporate Leadership Team meetings, you will have direct relationships with the Corporate Leadership Team and the Chief Executive. You will be a statutory chief officer and the principal adviser on all related matters to elected members and officers.&nbsp;Brighton &amp; Hove City Council is an exciting and vibrant place to work, and we have a reputation for delivering innovative approaches. With an administration that has a strong political majority for the first time in two decades, we are determined to grip and tackle the issues our residents are facing.&nbsp;We’re a learning organisation with a united leadership team, committed to innovation, collaboration and impact. Despite financial pressures, we’re investing in transformation and building a council fit for the future one that’s connected, creative and confident.&nbsp;This role is politically restricted. &nbsp;For further information on what this means for employees in post, please click on the document attachment below.&nbsp;Please read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/how-apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.As part of your application, you will need to upload your CV and a supporting statement. Your supporting statement is the most important part of your application as it will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/cv-guidance" target="_blank">CV guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> and (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/supporting-statement-guidance" target="_blank">Supporting statement guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.<h2>Additional information</h2>Link to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/community-safety-partnership/community-safety-and-crime-reduction-strategy-2023-2026?_ga=2.246247629.897977633.1767609948-1735845399.1754043247" target="_blank">Community safety and crime reduction strategy 2023 to 2026</a>Link to community safety strategy<a href="https://yourvoice.brighton-hove.gov.uk/projects/community-safety-strategy" target="_blank">&nbsp;yourvoice.brighton-hove.gov.uk/projects/community-safety-strategy</a>Library papers, link to this cabinet paper<a href="https://democracy.brighton-hove.gov.uk/documents/g11943/Public%20reports%20pack%2011th-Dec-2025%2014.00%20Cabinet.pdf?T=10" target="_blank">&nbsp;(Public Pack)Agenda Document for Cabinet</a>Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours or term-time only.We are a workplace that supports flexibility and employee wellbeing in the way we work whilst providing the best service for our customers. Team and service working arrangements are designed to support both employee work life balance and team collaboration. These would be part of your individual working arrangements alongside any personal preference agreed with your manager in advance of joining. Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team and travel to and from your contractual location would be at your own expense.For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us&nbsp;</a><h2>Company information</h2>Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.&nbsp;Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/apply-job-council/encouraging-diverse-workforce" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a>. &nbsp;Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) Check. &nbsp;

Brighton & Hove City Council

Director Commissioning and Communities

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Brighton &amp; Hove City Council Estates Team are looking for a talented individual to join and strengthen our collaborative and focused team.&nbsp;At Brighton &amp; Hove City Council, we pride ourselves on being a forward thinking, values driven organisation. Our structure is aligned to our vision against five pillars, being: connected, confident, innovative &amp; creative, diverse &amp; inclusive, healthy and psychologically safe. &nbsp;Do you have experience of managing a varied commercial property portfolio?&nbsp;Do you have talent for&nbsp;identifying&nbsp;opportunities to manage assets strategically?&nbsp;Are you keen to lead on the management of Brighton &amp; Hove City Council’s extensive commercial, agricultural and seafront portfolios?&nbsp;Are you interested in delivering a property service that directly supports delivery of the Council Plan for the benefit of our diverse residents,&nbsp;visitors&nbsp;and the local economy?&nbsp;If this sounds like you, join the Estates Team at Brighton &amp; Hove City Council as the next Senior Estates Surveyor.&nbsp;We're looking for a senior surveyor who will deliver on the strategic management of an incredibly varied and extensive commercial property portfolio, working as part of a professional team to support the Council Plan and deliver objectives for the benefit of the city. &nbsp;A key focus of your role will be leading on disposals ensuring that these result in the best outcomes for the Council and the residents we serve.&nbsp;You&nbsp;will&nbsp;have the&nbsp;opportunity of&nbsp;working&nbsp;with a wide&nbsp;range&nbsp;of&nbsp;stakeholders to&nbsp;successfully&nbsp;deliver the&nbsp;outcomes of&nbsp;our Asset&nbsp;Management&nbsp;Strategy.&nbsp;Interview date: 30th January 2026For an informal discussion, please contact Julian Salmon, Estates Manager: &nbsp;<a href="mailto:julian.salmon@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">julian.salmon@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a>Successful candidate(s) will be able to start on or after 1 April 2026 subject to pre-employment checks being completed<h2>About the role</h2>In this role you report to the Estate Manager and will be working in a team of 14 commercial property surveyors, project and programme managers and support staff to deliver a professional commercial property service managing the council’s property portfolios and&nbsp;provide&nbsp;expert advice on all commercial property transactions.&nbsp;You will also be involved in the management of two outsourced estate management contracts which deliver the day to day estate management of the agricultural and commercial property portfolios.&nbsp;You will commission commercial property valuations and support the annual asset valuation process.&nbsp;You will use your commercial property knowledge and&nbsp;expertise&nbsp;to&nbsp;provide&nbsp;professional commercial property advice to all services across the council.&nbsp;You will use your knowledge of the commercial property market and valuation to provide strategic advice and recommendations to support decision making and governance.&nbsp;You will have experience of managing budgets to ensure the successful delivery of income and capital receipts to support the council’s financial plan.&nbsp;You will have excellent communication and negotiation skills to allow you to build constructive and collaborative relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.&nbsp;In return, you will receive:&nbsp;<ul><li>competitive pay </li><li>full induction and on-going development and training </li><li>paid annual leave </li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme </li><li>family friendly policies  </li><li>staff discount scheme and staff travel benefits, cycle loan </li><li>rental deposit scheme and more</li><li>Workplace adjustments for candidates needingadditionalsupport</li><li>A wide range of welfare and wellbeing resources including staff networkssuch as:the BME Workers Forum,LGBTQWorkers’ Forum, the Women’s network and the Disabled Workers and Carers Network</li></ul>We value our staff and are committed to building a fair, inclusive and supportive place to work in.&nbsp;Please read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/how-apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.As part of your application, you will need to upload your CV and answers to some shortlisting questions. Your answers to the shortlisting questions are the most important part of your application as they will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/cv-guidance" target="_blank">CV guidance</a>) and <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/shortlisting-questions-guidance" target="_blank">Shortlisting questions guidance</a> as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.<h2>Additional information</h2>Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours&nbsp;or term-time only.We are a workplace that supports flexibility and employee wellbeing in the way we work whilst providing the best service for our customers. Team and service working arrangements are designed to support both employee work life balance and team collaboration. These would be part of your individual working arrangements alongside any personal preference agreed with your manager in advance of joining. Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team and travel to and from your contractual location would be at your own expense.For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us&nbsp;</a><h2>Company information</h2>Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us/how-we-create-fair-and-inclusive-workplace" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk).</a>

Senior Estates Surveyor

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You will be based at any one of our Area Housing Offices working as part of a Repairs team. You will carry out a wide range of duties across our varied 15,000 housing stock, together with our asset portfolio of corporate operational, commercial and community assets including schools. You will predominantly be attending day to day repairs, updating stock data, evaluating and diagnosing what work is required, assessing the best options to carry out the work and issuing response repairs. Skills: You need to: 1. Be able to demonstrate sufficient relevant experience and knowledge of general day to day response repairs in a housing or commercial environment. 2. Have good building construction technology and building pathology knowledge together with the ability to evaluate and diagnose what work is required, assess the best options to carry out the work and issuing response repairs and advising others. 3. Have a knowledge of building related legislation as appropriate to the role and be able to apply as necessary. 4. Have knowledge and experience of construction related health &amp; safety legislation knowledge generally and be able to apply specifically the working at height regulations, and Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. 5. Practical surveying skills that can be demonstrated; specifically, be able to carry out stock data and measured surveys, accurately recording stock data as appropriate. 6. Demonstrating you can manage a contractor using a contract, negotiating contractual matters and resolution of disputes with contractors. 7. Have knowledge and experience of cost control techniques and be able to demonstrate commercial awareness when undertaking cost estimates for larger repair work, exercise financial control when managing work and assess value for money for work undertaken when auditing completed repairs. Demonstrate analytical skills to be able to interrogate, analyse and evaluate previous repair information 8. Have relevant knowledge and experience of all Microsoft packages and demonstrate practical IT skills using Excel spreadsheets or Word when writing reports or letters and be capable of using various other software packages with appropriate training to accurately update data as part of undertaking the surveying role. 9. Have planning skills and demonstrate the ability to be organised and methodical when undertaking inspections to ensure effective time management. 10. Have excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and demonstrate the ability to be a good communicator developing relationships with clients and customers, understanding their aspirations, managing expectations and ensuring that excellent communication occurs to ensure that they are fully informed regarding the repairs and maintenance of their assets, particularly as most repairs and maintenance work is undertaken in occupation whilst our residents are living in their homes or commercial buildings are operational. 11. Have a full driving licence and provide a car for work, as you will be visiting various sites across Portsmouth and will need to travel effectively between them.

Maintenance Surveyor

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Due to the retirement of the current School Business Manager, the Governors of Carlton Hill Primary School are looking to appoint a: &nbsp;Part-time School Business Manager Role E (M11 Grade) Permanent Start date: Mid May 2026 Part-Time (3 days per week), Term Time +&nbsp; Part-time (Mon – Weds)&nbsp; 22.5 hours per week 49.17 weeks per year, depending on length of service (Term time + 15 days worked across school holidays) (Equates to 0.5750 full-time equivalent) NJC Grade M11: Current Points 29-32 £39,862 - £42,839 per annum full-time.&nbsp; You will be paid on a part-time, pro-rata basis which equates to £22,921-£24,632 (This is based on April 2025 pay scales).&nbsp;Paid weeks per year:&nbsp;48.73 or 49.17, depending on length of service&nbsp;(inclusive of holiday entitlement)Start date:&nbsp;May 2026<h2>About the role</h2>Carlton Hill is a vibrant, inclusive and welcoming inner city primary school that celebrates its cultural diversity. We are a one form entry school with 218 pupils currently on roll. We currently employ 31 members of staff.&nbsp;We are looking for a motivated, strategic thinking SBM to join our experienced and highly respected Senior Leadership Team (Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher and Inclusion Co-ordinator), collaborating closely on school development and planning for the future. You have support from a strong team of part time Finance / HR Officer, a full time School Administrator and a full time Site Manager. &nbsp; &nbsp;This is an exciting opportunity to play a strategic role in our school community, working alongside an ambitious and supportive team, to ensure the best possible outcomes for our children and families.Carlton Hill Primary School is part of the Brighton City Partnership for Education (BCPfE) who work in close collaboration to improve teaching and learning in our schools.In line with Safer Recruitment procedures, we will be taking up references for shortlisted candidates, prior to interview.Further details and application forms are available from the school:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:admin@carltonhill.brighton-hove.sch.uk" target="_blank">admin@carltonhill.brighton-hove.sch.uk</a> or tel: 01273-604966.Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. Please contact the School Office to book this.Closing date:&nbsp;Mon 2nd February 2026, 9amInterview date:&nbsp;Wednesday 11th February 2026How to apply:&nbsp;Applications should be submitted directly to the school office by e-mail.&nbsp;Please return your application form to the School Office at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:admin@carltonhill.brighton-hove.sch.uk" target="_blank">admin@carltonhill.brighton-hove.sch.uk</a>Telephone:&nbsp;(01273) 604966Website:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.carltonhill.brighton-hove.sch.uk/brighton-hove/primary/carltonhill" target="_blank">https://www.carltonhill.brighton-hove.sch.uk/brighton-hove/primary/carltonhill</a><h2>Additional information</h2>Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) Check.<h2>Company information</h2>Brighton &amp; Hove Schools - Taking Action for EqualityCarlton Hill Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Brighton &amp; Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.

Business Manager SBM Role E (Grade M11)

What will you be doing?Are you excited about the opportunity to work at one of the largest councils in the UK?Do you want to be at the forefront of driving efficiencies and developing strategies?Do you have excellent communication, organisation, and leadership skills? If so, we want to hear from you!Join one of the UK’s most influential councils and help shape the future of services for over 1.6 million residents. At Kent County Council, we’re tackling big challenges and delivering real impact—be part of a team that makes a difference every day.We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Strategy Manager to join our collaborative and innovative Strategy team in the KCC Infrastructure division. The division manages KCC's Property estate by defining the future direction and priorities of the council’s property services to support the delivery of KCC’s front line services and also integral to this is the Resilience and Emergency Planning Service, which ensures that all our services and assets are resilient to possible threats, delivers a 24/7 emergency management and response capability. Working at one of the largest councils in the country, you will work alongside a team of Strategy Managers to produce the overarching strategies and standards for our property portfolio and Infrastructure service. Your role will include:<ul><li>Leading on projects across Infrastructure that involve change to assets and/or services, ensuring strategies and outcomes drive efficiency or service improvements.</li><li>Developing asset strategies, producing business cases and options appraisals, and engaging with stakeholders and partners to ensure optimal outcomes and efficiencies,</li><li>Lead on engaging with KCC services to ensure the Infrastructure service and assets meets their future needs,</li><li>Analysing and evaluating the performance of services / assets aligning them with the requirements of the Council and the KCC Asset Management Strategy,</li><li>Managing the Asset Assistants, supporting with the professional development of their performance, ensuring they are capable of providing a high quality service</li></ul>No two days are the same in this role. You’ll make high-impact decisions on assets that shape service delivery, often thinking creatively to secure the best value for the council.While the role is strategic, you’ll also need to react quickly when challenges arise—working side-by-side with operational teams across KCC to keep things moving.We’re looking for someone who thrives on variety and is excited to take on a role that’s as unique as it is rewarding.You will have management experience in a similar or relevant area, and a proven track record in change management, innovation, and modernisation of services and estates. You will be comfortable communicating with a wide range of colleagues and stakeholders with strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills.At Kent County Council, we value bravery, curiosity, compassion, and responsibility. We are committed to building a culture that is flexible, agile, curious, compassionate, inclusive, empowering, and externally focused. If you share these values and are passionate about improving the lives of residents in Kent, then please apply, explaining in the ‘Reason for applying’ section how you meet the criteria in the person specification.This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.We welcome applicants from all walks of life and value transferable skills—your unique experience could be exactly what we’re looking for!About youFor a confidential chat about the role, feel free to contact -Rebecca Anderson - Head of Business Information, Strategy and Assurance (Manager of the position):<a href="mailto:rebecca.anderson2@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">rebecca.anderson2@kent.gov.uk</a>03000 417731or Lorenzo Woodford - Strategy Manager <a href="mailto:lorenzo.woodford@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">lorenzo.woodford@kent.gov.uk</a>03000 414381About usWork that works for you and us - let's talk flexibility!KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply. 





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Kent County Council

Strategy Manager

We’re looking for a motivated Estates Surveyor to help manage and optimise the Council’s diverse property portfolio—supporting day‑to‑day operations and longer‑term strategy so assets deliver strong financial and operational performance in line with TWBC’s Corporate Objectives and Asset Management Plan. You’ll contribute to major projects, lease events, and assist on short, medium and long‑term asset strategy.<h4>What you’ll be doing</h4><ul><li>Providing professional estates advice to elected members, senior management and the public.</li><li>Instructing and monitoring internal/external solicitors, surveyors and advisors.</li><li>Managing part of the portfolio, dealing with tenants ensuring rents are paid &amp; lease obligations are carried out. </li><li>Maintaining the Civica Property database &amp; asset register, GIS records.</li><li>Negotiating lease renewals, rent reviews, assignments, licences for alterations, wayleaves and easements aligned to the Property Asset Management Plan.</li><li>Acting as client lead on property projects; contributing to corporate project teams/steering groups. </li><li>Get involved in Department &amp; Council project teams and steering groups.</li><li>Supporting the formulation/coordination of the Council’s Property Asset Management Plan and the annual asset valuation programme with Finance. </li><li>Demonstrating a commitment to equality, diversity and health &amp; safety and engaging in ongoing CPD. </li></ul>About youEssential<ul><li>A minimum of two years experience in a Commercial Property environment</li><li>Experience of working in a busy environment and engaging with the general public. </li><li>Commercial and/or residential property experience.</li><li>Completed or nearing completion of APC.</li><li>Relevant degree or substantial work experience in a property‑focused environment; GCSE English &amp; Maths (Grade C/4 or above). </li><li>Strong IT skills (MS Office); knowledge of and interest in the property market.</li><li>Full UK driving licence; excellent attention to detail and time management; able to work unsupervised; keen to develop professionally.</li><li>Knowledge of Landlord &amp; Tenant legislation; experience using and maintaining property management systems. </li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Experience of land sales &amp; property development </li></ul>What we offer:<ul><li>Financial: An attractive basic salary within a clear pay structure </li><li>Holiday Entitlement: 24 days annual leave (increasing to 27 days after 5 years continuous Local Government service) plus three additional days in December and bank holidays.</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme: The Council has partnered with Health Assured to provide staff with access to EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) to assist in balancing everyday life with the requirement of work and home.</li><li>Free staff parking</li><li>Pensions: Membership of the Local Government (CARE – Career Average (Revalued Earnings) Pension Scheme – Employer contribution of 19.7%.</li><li>Hybrid: The Council operates a hybrid working model with minimum 2 days working in the office.</li><li>Personal Development: Invaluable training opportunities for continuing professional development.</li><li>Take a look <a href="https://tunbridgewells.gov.uk/council/jobs/whats-it-like#:~:text=a%2520great%2520pension%2520scheme%2520(including,car%2520loans" target="_blank">here</a> at all the additional benefits that we offer.</li></ul>Equal OpportunitiesTunbridge Wells – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.SafeguardingThe Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employee and volunteers to share this commitment.





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Tunbridge Wells Borough Council

Estates Surveyor

As Planned Maintenance Manager you will be responsible for leading the delivery of our housing planned maintenance programme. In this pivotal role, you will be shaping the future of our housing projects, ensuring that planned works are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.Essentially you will oversee the end-to-end delivery of planned maintenance projects, from procurement and design through to completion. This is a strategic role where you will continually seek innovative ways to improve service delivery and asset management.Your key responsibility will be to manage the provision of planned maintenance, improvements, and adaptations to the Council’s housing stock, along with:Preparing designs, specifications, drawings, and tender documentation for planned works. Overseeing contractors and monitoring their performance, ensuring compliance with Council policies, building regulations, CDM requirements, and health and safety legislation. Providing proactive quality control, tenant liaison, and customer care on site. Managing budgets, validating financial claims, and contributing to financial forecasting. Maintaining accurate property records and digital systems to support reporting and audit.It is essential that you have HNC/HND in Building Studies or equivalent, and/or significant relevant experience, along with having: Detailed knowledge of Health &amp; Safety legislation, particularly CDM Regulations. Proven management experience within a housing setting. Significant experience in planned maintenance, procurement, and contract management. Experience managing large budgets and multiple projects. Strong leadership, technical, and communication skills. Full UK driving licence.In addition, it would be advantageous if you are qualified or actively pursuing CIOB or MRICS membership and have local government or housing association environment experience.This is a critical role in which your leadership will directly improve the quality of housing services for our residents. You will be part of a forward-thinking team committed to delivering high-quality housing maintenance and ensuring tenants live in safe, well-maintained homes.Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/js1ad3se/7045a-planned-maintenance-manager-nov-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description</a>For an informal discussion please contact Pual Ingram, Head of Housing Assets, on 01233 330428To apply - Internal applicants – please apply by logging into self service and click on `current vacancies`When Applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community





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Ashford Borough Council

Planned Maintenance Manager

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Want to help shape a better Brighton &amp; Hove for all?Brighton &amp; Hove is a bold, diverse and iconic coastal city. It’s a place our residents, workforce, businesses and visitors care deeply about. With rich cultural assets and a vibrant community spirit, we also face complex social challenges and stark inequalities that demand courageous leadership and fresh thinking. Our leadership team is united in tackling challenges head-on, backed by an ambitious transformation programme and a commitment to digital innovation even through a tough financial landscape.We’re looking for a strategic, forward-thinking leader to join our corporate leadership team and report directly to the chief executive.As a learning organisation, we continuously strive to be:<ul><li>connected</li><li>confident</li><li>innovative and creative</li><li>diverse and inclusive</li><li>healthy and psychologically safe&nbsp;</li></ul>As our Corporate Director for City Operations, you will lead on the delivery of an accessible, clean, and sustainable environment that enhances the quality of life and sense of wellbeing for our residents. Culture change and modernisation of our refuse and recycling services will be a focus, alongside the continual delivery of the right infrastructure in the right place to further unlock our city's potential for growth. You will lead the organisation on driving forward digital innovation, embracing new technology at the heart of all we do. If you are ready to play a pivotal role in shaping our city and organisation, then we would be delighted to hear from you.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us?_ga=2.204026133.481144530.1765788116-1735845399.1754043247" target="_blank">Find out more about working with us</a>.For further information and a confidential conversation, please contact Jess Gibbons (Chief Executive) via <a href="mailto:terie.harrison@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">terie.harrison@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a>Key Dates<ul><li>Closing date - 5pm on the 18th January 2026&nbsp;</li><li>Technical interviews - week commencing 26th January 2026&nbsp;</li><li>Final interviews - week commencing 2nd February 2026&nbsp;</li></ul>Please note that dates are being finalised and may change. &nbsp;Prospective candidates will be kept updated through the recruitment process.&nbsp;If you are applying for a role under an employer-specific commitment (for example Disability Confident, Armed Forces Covenant), please clearly state this in your covering letter.&nbsp;<h2>About the role</h2>As part of the Corporate Leadership Team, you will work with elected members, senior officers, and partners to bring our shared vision for the city to life through the priorities in our Council Plan.You will be instrumental in:<ul><li>setting the vision, tone and culture of the organisation</li><li>advising at the most senior level</li><li>ensuring resources, income and new revenue streams are aligned to priorities</li><li>ensuring we demonstrate our values and behaviours in all we do</li></ul>We expect that you will already have considerable senior leadership experience within a place-based role.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Please read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/how-apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.As part of your application, you will need to upload your Application Form and answers to some shortlisting questions. &nbsp;Your answers to the shortlisting questions are the most important part of your application as it will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/application-form-guidance" target="_blank">Application Form guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> and (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/shortlisting-questions-guidance" target="_blank">Shortlisting guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.This role is politically restricted. &nbsp;For further information on what this means for employees in post, please click on the document attachment below.<h2>Additional information</h2>Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours or term-time only.Relocation support may be available if qualifying criteria are met.We are a workplace that supports flexibility and employee wellbeing in the way we work whilst providing the best service for our customers. Team and service working arrangements are designed to support both employee work life balance and team collaboration. These would be part of your individual working arrangements alongside any personal preference agreed with your manager in advance of joining.&nbsp;Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team and travel to and from your contractual location would be at your own expense.For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us</a><h2>Company information</h2><h3>Encouraging a diverse workforce</h3>Our city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us/how-we-create-fair-and-inclusive-workplace" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk).</a>

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