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Do you thrive on influencing sustainable transport solutions, negotiating with developers, and delivering improvements to the urban environment? If so, the City of London Corporation has an exciting opportunity for you.</p>\n<p>We’re looking for a Transport Planning and Development Officer to join our fast-paced Environment Department and play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality, sustainable developments across the City. You’ll help ensure new developments align with the Corporation’s strategic transport objectives, supporting the future operation of the City’s streets, public realm, and transport network.</p>\n<p><strong>About Us</strong></p>\n<p>The City of London is the historic and commercial core of the capital and a world-leading financial centre. Planning in the City reconciles growth and development with the stewardship of a unique heritage, alongside the creation of world-class sustainable places. The City has unrivalled exciting opportunities for new cutting-edge architecture and the conservation of the best of the past. Our areas at Blackfriars, the former Museum of London, Smithfield, and Liverpool Street will be undergoing transformational change as the City moves into a new era, impacting the capital more widely and maintaining the City’s position on the global stage.</p>\n<p>It is our aim to be an inclusive and sustainable place for all. If you share this vision, then we would like to hear from you.</p>\n<p><strong>What You’ll Be Doing</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Assess the transport implications of new developments and provide high-quality, timely advice to planning officers.</li>\n<li>Review a variety of transport planning documents including Transport Assessments, Delivery & Servicing Plans, and Construction Logistics Plans.</li>\n<li>Represent the City in meetings with developers and other stakeholders, negotiating transport-related improvements to development proposals.</li>\n<li>Lead on the transition from planning approval to delivery, dealing with highway licences, walkway agreements, and S278/S38/S106 negotiations.</li>\n<li>Collaborate with internal teams across Planning, Transportation, Engineering, and Public Protection to ensure a seamless and effective approach.</li>\n<li>Provide input to planning policy documents, and support committee reporting and decision-making processes.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>About You</strong></p>\n<p>You’ll be an experienced professional with a degree (or equivalent experience) in a transport, engineering or construction-related field. Ideally, you’re working toward or hold membership of the Chartered Institute of Highways & Transportation or a similar body.</p>\n<p>You’ll bring:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Strong experience interpreting development plans and transport legislation.</li>\n<li>Proven ability to advise on transportation and highways issues at various planning stages.</li>\n<li>Experience negotiating and securing S106 and S278 agreements.</li>\n<li>Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.</li>\n<li>Project management experience with strong analytical and record-keeping abilities.</li>\n<li>A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>A solid grasp of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990 and Highways Act 1980 is essential, as is the ability to work cross-functionally and maintain a high level of professionalism and attention to detail.</p>\n<p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p>\n<p>You’ll be part of a supportive and expert team, working on projects that shape the future of one of the world’s most iconic cities. The role offers the chance to influence high-profile developments, contribute to cutting-edge transport planning, and help create a safer, greener, and more accessible City of London.</p>\n<p>We value diversity and are committed to equal opportunities. We also offer a flexible working environment, generous leave, and a commitment to your professional development.</p>\n<p>Ready to Help Shape the City?</p>\n<p>Apply now to join a team at the forefront of sustainable urban development in London.</p>\n<p>We offer a competitive salary as well as a range of benefits, including the payment of professional fees. </p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: Noon on Tuesday 20th May 2025</strong></p>\n<p>Provisional interview date: W/C 2nd June 2025</p>\n<p>To apply online please click the Apply online button above.   </p>\n<p>Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24 hr answerphone) quoting reference number OENV0437 if you experience any difficulties.  A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732. </p>\n<p>The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. </p>\n<p>We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we receive a high number of applications. </p>\n<p>Because our roles are so varied, we don’t have a ‘one size fits all’ policy for workplace attendance. How many days a week you’ll be required to attend your workplace will depend on the requirements of your role. It’s important that you understand the requirements before applying to ensure you are able to meet them. We are committed to considering requests to work flexibly and job share. Requests will be considered by the recruiting manager in line with our policies and business needs. </p>\n<p>For more information on our categories for workplace attendance, please view our guide <a href=\"https://careers.cityoflondon.gov.uk/working-here/\">here</a>.   </p>\n<p>We will be reviewing this policy and approach at regular intervals to ensure we’re meeting our attendance needs.  </p>\n<p>The City of London Corporation is currently undergoing a programme to ensure that our pay and reward practices are competitive and equitable across the whole organisation, to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive in the work that we do.</p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"<p>City of London seeks a Transport Planning and Development Officer to support sustainable developments aligning with strategic objectives. 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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 who require temporary accommodation.</p>\n<p><strong>What’s the role? …</strong></p>\n<p>Housing Services Directorate is looking to appoint an Accommodation Assessment & Lettings Team Leader to manage a team of six Accommodation Assessment & 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.</p>\n<p><strong>What’s in it for you?</strong> </p>\n<p>Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous holiday allowance </li>\n<li>Local Government Pension scheme </li>\n<li>Flexible working and family friendly policies </li>\n<li>Season ticket and bicycle loans </li>\n<li>A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships </li>\n<li>Supportive staff networks</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>What we’re looking for</strong></p>\n<p>We are seeking an experienced Accommodation Assessment & Lettings Team Leader with a good working knowledge of managing a team responsible for offering accommodation under S188 and S193, Part 6 & 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. </p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p><strong>Location </strong></p>\n<p>Whilst the service is primarily based in Laurence House, we operate a hybrid approach whereby you may be required to work both in the office and from home as determined by service requirements.</p>\n<p><a href=\"https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us\">Applicant handbook</a> - 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. </p>\n<p><strong>For an informal discussion, please contact Abdul Hamid on 07385 226267</strong></p>\n<p>Lewisham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.</p>\n<p>We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds.</p>\n<p>The post is subject to a DBS.</p>\n<p><strong>To find out more, including a full job description and person specification, and to apply, please visit the </strong><a href=\"https://efuy.fa.em3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/1219/?utm_medium=jobshare&utm_source=External+Job+Share\"><strong>Lewisham Council website</strong></a></p>\n<p><strong>Salary</strong></p>\n<p>£47,628 - £49,638 per annum (P03)</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p><strong>Diversity </strong></p>\n<p>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=\"https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply\">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a> </p>\n<p>The Council has a dedicated employment support service, <a href=\"https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks\">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\">JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk</a> and an advisor will be in touch with you.  </p>\n<p>The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.</p>\n<p><strong>Let’s stay connected, follow us on social media:  </strong></p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwjayKyv_-P5AhXpTEEAHQZnCesQFnoECAQQAQ&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Flondon-borough-of-lewisham&usg=AOvVaw13wpKtHnV966_uUph3IPHq\">LinkedIn</a>   <a href=\"https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwi84tDu_uP5AhUJbcAKHZDFDQsQFnoECAkQAQ&url=https%3A%2F%2Fen-gb.facebook.com%2FLewishamCouncil&usg=AOvVaw1PkBiwCy8tNrQ-3VWV2VDJ\">Facebook</a>   <a href=\"https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwjNneGW_-P5AhUOTMAKHeoeCtQQ6F56BAgHEAE&url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FLewishamCouncil%3Fref_src%3Dtwsrc%255Egoogle%257Ctwcamp%255Eserp%257Ctwgr%255Eauthor&usg=AOvVaw2CaYxWV1ZHoRan3v_FAIEE\">Twitter</a>   <a href=\"https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwjKlP7I_-P5AhWznVwKHSV0AaUQFnoECAcQAQ&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Flewishamcouncil%2F%3Fhl%3Den&usg=AOvVaw36nguD1n5OzUQcM1L0Nvuf\">Instagram </a> </p>","shortDescription":"Seeking an experienced Accommodation Assessment & Lettings Team Leader to manage a team offering suitable accommodation for homelessness assistance in Lewisham.","salaryDescription":"£47,628 - £49,638 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-06T11:35:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-08T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/0060079a-e61f-4659-aa88-22aeef6f06df.jpg","score":1,"featured":true,"enhanced":true},{"id":"479527ef-1b18-4396-b5fa-11afa368c850","title":"Head of Berkshire Emergency Duty Service and Bracknell Forest Council Out of Hours","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"Berkshire Emergency Duty Service, Bracknell, United Kingdom","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for social care? Bracknell Forest Council is seeking a Head of Berkshire Emergency Duty Service to oversee the delivery and coordination of statutory social care during out-of-hours operations across all six unitary authorities of Berkshire. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of diverse community needs and the ability to manage complex service delivery for a large and varied population.</p>\n<h3>About You</h3>\n<p>You will have a social work qualification with valid Social Work England registration, as well as extensive experience of legislation, policy and statutory requirements relating to Children, Adults, Mental Health and Housing.</p>\n<p>You will also have a track record of achievement at senior management level and experience of operational services in a large complex social care, health or other relevant setting. </p>\n<h3>About the Team</h3>\n<p>We are deeply committed to the wellbeing of Berkshire residents, and our dedicated out-of-hours social care team plays a crucial role in safeguarding some of our most vulnerable community members. Our specialist team includes Approved Mental Health Professionals, Senior Social Workers (Children’s Services), Adult Safeguarding Care Coordinators and Call Screening Officers. Collaborating closely with health professionals, the police, and families, we provide vital support and intervention for individuals facing social care crises outside regular hours.</p>\n<p>The Berkshire Emergency Duty Service (hosted by Bracknell Forest Council) provides unique, out-of-hours emergency social care across the entire Berkshire region. We take pride in our community, the care we deliver and the meaningful partnerships we have built with key stakeholders. However, we are always striving to improve, giving our team the time, support and resources to do their best work while also shaping the future of the service. </p>\n<p>This is an exciting time to join the team. Following a recent service restructuring, EDS has been recognised as a safe and effective service that safeguards children and vulnerable adults, earning positive feedback from Ofsted and CQC. Our team is a diverse group of highly skilled professionals, each an expert in their respective fields, working together to deliver expert crisis intervention and specialised social care.</p>\n<p>If you are looking for an opportunity to work alongside outstanding colleagues, make a tangible difference and drive innovative approaches to social care, this is your chance to leave a lasting mark.</p>\n<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Lead the Emergency Duty Service (EDS) in fulfilling duties under the Children Act 1989 and associated legislation.</li>\n<li>Provide leadership for Mental Health services for both children and adults, ensuring compliance with the Mental Health Act 1983 (2007) and relevant case law.</li>\n<li>Deliver Adult Social Care services in accordance with the Care Act 2014 and other relevant legislation.</li>\n<li>Oversee out-of-hours housing and homelessness services as stipulated in the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.</li>\n<li>Manage the provision of an out-of-hours Appropriate Adult service for young people and vulnerable adults in police custody.</li>\n<li>Provide expert strategic leadership on statutory functions and professional practice in relation to both vulnerable children and adults.</li>\n<li>Support the transformation of the Emergency Duty Service to deliver improvements and efficiencies.</li>\n<li>Develop and implement strategic and operational plans in collaboration with service colleagues and senior leaders.</li>\n<li>Make independent decisions impacting daily operations and strategic direction.</li>\n<li>Ensure the service is adequately staffed 24/7 and meets all contractual arrangements, regulations and health and safety requirements.</li>\n<li>Successful management of significant organisational change, including culture change, change management programs and project management.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our Benefits</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>28 days increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days annual leave per year and sell 5 days. </li>\n<li>Hybrid and flexible working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.</li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.</li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme).</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.</li>\n<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.</li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre.</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.</li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.</li>\n<li>Supermarket discount.<strong> </strong>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our Values</h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.</p>\n<h4>Our support</h4>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.  </p>\n<h3>Why Join Us?</h3>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council offers a supportive and collaborative work environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and adults. We are committed to providing the best possible value for money and ensuring that our services meet the needs of our community.</p>\n<h3>Interview date </h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on Wednesday, 4th June 2025. </p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment. </p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h3>Want to ask us a question? </h3>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact: </p>\n<p>Name: Tony Dwyer</p>\n<p>Job Title: Assistant Director: Adult Social Care Operations </p>\n<p>Phone Number: 01344 352787</p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. 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You can view more details on our careers site, and find out what our employees have to say about how our benefits make a difference to them.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p>\n<p><span><span><span><span><span><strong><span>Change to working patterns that work for you:</span></strong><span> Roles that </span></span></span>could offer you the flexible working option or work-life balance you are looking for , including part-time and term-time only roles and you can help change the lives of real people in your community.</span></span></span></p>\n<p><span><span><span><span><span><strong><span>How far could a career change take you: </span></strong></span></span>Looking to return to work after a break, or make a career change? We’ll help you develop the skills to make change happen with career boosting training and development. Switching to a role at any point in your career at your local council means you could go further than you think. Application support and frequently asked questions are available on our careers site.</span></span></span></p>\n</div></div>\n<div class=\"JT-col-12 JT-section JT-text\"><div class=\"JT-container\">\n<p><span><span><span><strong>How Site Managers make a difference in our schools...</strong></span></span></span></p>\n<p><span><span>Site Managers have a central role in our schools undertaking a wide variety of tasks and responsibilities ranging from the control and ordering of materials and equipment to being key holders responsible for unlocking the premises and attending alarm call outs. Site Managers also regularly complete safety inspections to ensure the maintenance of a safe school environment. </span></span><span><span>Working with Schools Traded Area Managers, our Site Managers have an active role supporting and carrying out cleaning duties, whilst monitoring cleaning staff, ensuring high quality standards are maintained.</span></span></p>\n<p><span><span><span><span><span>To carry out this important work we will need you to demonstrate a good working practice of modern cleaning techniques, materials and equipment, have DIY skills and be able to work with safe working practices utilising your knowledge of health and safety procedures, security systems and alarms and hazards; and because our Site Managers work with a wide range of people inside and outside the school good communication skills and the ability to handle situations sensitively is a must. </span></span></span></span></span><span><span><span><span><span>Organisation is important, whether that be coordinating the work of your team, or completing routine paperwork.</span></span> </span></span></span></p>\n</div></div>\n<div class=\"JT-col-9 JT-section JT-text class-unset JT-pull-left\"><div class=\"JT-container\">\n<p><span><span>You can expect to typically complete your 37 hours Monday to Thursday 6.00am - 10.00am and 2.30pm - 6.00pm and Fridays 6.00am - 9.30am and 2.30pm - 6.00pm (variable to meet the needs of the service). </span></span></p>\n<p><span><span>Our schools rely on the flexibility of our workforce to maintain a high level of service therefore on occasion, overtime may be required to support the school, paid at the appropriate rate of pay.</span></span></p>\n<p><span><span>The successful candidate will be required to undertake any service specific training such as manual handling, ladder training, electrical awareness etc.</span></span></p>\n<p><span><span>For an informal discussion regarding this post, please contact the Cleaning, Caretaking, School Crossing & Catering Section on 01744 671757 / 01744 671755.</span></span></p>\n</div></div>\n<div class=\"JT-col-3 JT-section JT-images display-unset JT-pull-right\"><div class=\"JT-container\"><img class=\"remove-filter-invert\"></div></div>\n<div class=\"JT-col-3 JT-section JT-images JT-pull-left\"><div class=\"JT-container\"><img class=\"remove-filter-invert\"></div></div>\n<div class=\"JT-col-9 JT-section JT-text display-unset JT-pull-right\"><div class=\"JT-container\">\n<p><span><span><b>Equality & Diversity</b></span></span></p>\n<p><span><span>We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. </span></span></p>\n<p><span><span>The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within the interview/selection process. </span></span></p>\n<p><span><span><strong><span>The council runs a Guaranteed Interview Scheme.</span></strong> Full details are available on our careers site.</span></span></p>\n</div></div>\n<div class=\"JT-col-12 JT-section JT-text\"><div class=\"JT-container\">\n<div><span><span><span><b>This post is subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure.</b></span></span></span></div>\n<div><span><span><span>Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment. 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Experience of operational management, transformation and service improvement is essential for this role.  </p>\n<p>Duties Include:<br>•    Leading and co-ordinating the day-to-day operational business of the Housing Options team and its associated workload ensuring the council meets its statutory responsibilities in terms of homelessness prevention and decision making in line with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. <br>•    Ensuring that households approaching the council for housing advice or who are facing homelessness receive appropriate information and advice including welfare benefits advice, delivering a cost effective and customer focused service to its community<br>•    Undertaking day-to-day monitoring of workloads and management of the team.<br>•    Managing the service to ensure that necessary enquiries and robust homelessness decisions are made in accordance with legislation and statutory guidance</p>\n<p>Uttlesford District Council is a family friendly Council.  We encourage and support our employees to have a healthy work life balance as well as offering a range of benefits including generous annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro-rata), leisure centre discounts, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and an online platform offering discounts from online retailers.  </p>\n<p>For an informal discussion please contact Simone Russell on 01799 510403.</p>\n<p>To find out more and apply please visit https://www.uttlesford.gov.uk/jobs-careers</p>\n<p>Closing date for completed applications is Friday 6 June 2025<br>It is intended that interviews will be held on 17/18 June 2025.</p>\n<p>CVs will not be accepted.</p>\n<p>Uttlesford District Council is an inclusive employer and we welcome applications from all. 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Providing operational leadership this role will ensure the Council takes a customer-focused approach to meeting the statutory requirements of Part VI Housing Act 1996 and the provision of temporary accommodation.</p>\n<p>This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant contribution to developing effective preventative homelessness services both locally and across wider Essex. Experience of operational management, transformation and service improvement is essential for this role.  </p>\n<p>Duties Include:<br>•    Taking management responsibility and oversight of the Housing Register, and social housing allocations ensuring the council complies with the Allocations Policy and all relevant legislation including Part 6 of the Housing Act 1996.<br>•    Liaising with the main social housing providers within the district in relation to the choice based lettings scheme, nominations, local letting policies, etc.<br>•    Leading the management of the council’s temporary accommodation, ensuring voids are kept to a minimum and there is access to resettlement/housing support available for households living in temporary accommodation.</p>\n<p>Uttlesford District Council is a family friendly Council.  We encourage and support our employees to have a healthy work life balance as well as offering a range of benefits including generous annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro-rata), leisure centre discounts, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and an online platform offering discounts from online retailers.  </p>\n<p>For an informal discussion please contact Simone Russell on 01799 510403.</p>\n<p>To find out more and apply please visit https://www.uttlesford.gov.uk/jobs-careers</p>\n<p>Closing date for completed applications is Friday 6 June 2025<br>It is intended that interviews will be held on 17/18 June 2025.</p>\n<p>CVs will not be accepted.</p>\n<p>Uttlesford District Council is an inclusive employer and we welcome applications from all. 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They will also have good computer skills, be great at keeping accurate records on our electronic database and enjoy working collaboratively. </p>\n<p>Other essential requirements for this post are great customer care skills, the ability to think creatively, to be encouraging, persuasive and to be able to work flexibly. </p>\n<p>For an informal discussion please contact Ross Hefford rhefford@uttlesford.gov.uk</p>\n<p>To find out more and apply please visit https://www.uttlesford.gov.uk/jobs-careers</p>\n<p>Closing date for completed applications is Saturday 31 May 2025<br>It is intended that interviews will be held on Tuesday 10 June 2025.</p>\n<p>CVs will not be accepted.</p>\n<p> <br>Uttlesford District Council is an inclusive employer and we welcome applications from all. 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Key priorities for the service are ensuring that our book stock is representative of and relevant to our communities; encouraging Reading for Pleasure for all; developing our Digital Lending offer; building on our innovative approach to the Summer Reading Challenge; developing our Under 5s offer; and delivering a high quality library offer.  There are 10 libraries across the borough delivering a high number of opening hours and a large number of events and activities. </p> <p>Library and Senior Library Assistants have an essential role in delivering this ambition. They carry out a range of tasks including but not limited to: assisting customers with transactions; shelving of books and book displays; providing digital assistance and basic digital skills sessions; information provision and sign-posting; running or supporting events and activities including Under 5s storytimes; and promoting books and reading. On occasions Library and Senior Library assistants may also be required to support outreach activities or resident forums. As duty managers, Senior Library Assistants may be required to open and close buildings; take bookings and payments; oversee staff activity; and carry out cashing up / banking functions.</p> <p>The candidate will have excellent customer care skills and experience, will enjoy helping people and be genuinely passionate about the role of libraries in providing a range of opportunities for our residents. They should have libraries or similar customer focused experience, love reading and talking about books, enjoy STEM and digital engagement, have a good level of literacy, numeracy and IT skills, experience of running activities, and enjoy working with the public. </p> <p>Please view JD here</p> <p>Closing date: Sunday 18th May 2025</p> <p><strong>Additional Information</strong></p> <p>We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us.</p> <p>The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. 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More information can be found at<a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/\">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a></p><p><strong>You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Portsmouth City Council</strong><br></p><p><strong>What we can offer you:</strong></p><p>Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.</p><p>Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/\">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a></p><p><br></p><p>Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.</p><p>DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.</p><p>Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures.</p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href=\"mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk\">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800</p><p><br></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Band 10, £41,510 to £45,718 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-07T15:35:25.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-26T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/8427ee75-ae0a-4807-ba91-8738856f075a.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"27f81958-441d-475c-866a-a9c8b2bd1284","title":"Senior Communications Officer","employer":"Wealden District Council","department":"","location":"Council Offices, Hailsham, Hybrid (Office & Homeworking)","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Are you a dynamic and experienced Senior Communications Officer who would like to join our Policy, Insight & Communications Team?</p>\n<p> </p>\n<h3>Who?</h3>\n<p>It’s always an exciting time to work in local government, but more so now at Wealden as we strive to deliver some significant projects for our communities in the run up to local government reorganisation. This role is pivotal in enhancing and streamlining communication and marketing activities within the council, ensuring that all colleagues and the public are well-informed, engaged, and aligned with the council’s objectives and values.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<h3>What will you be doing?</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Developing and implementing effective communication strategies that align with the council’s objectives and priorities.</li>\n<li>Creating and delivering engaging content for various external communication channels.</li>\n<li>Providing guidance to senior leaders on sensitive communication needs and tailoring messages for different audiences.</li>\n<li>Protecting and enhancing the reputation of the council through effective communication strategies.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3> </h3>\n<h3>What do you need?</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Has significant experience in marketing or public relations.</li>\n<li>Understands communications and campaign planning and how to meet the needs of a wide range of stakeholders.</li>\n<li>Has an excellent awareness of the appropriate use/merits of all forms of media including press, video, radio, social media, digital communication, and emerging technologies. </li>\n<li>Has an audience-first mindset, with a passion for creating innovative and engaging communications that engage, inform, and influence.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<h3>What do we offer?</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Working for a great, forward-thinking Local Authority.</li>\n<li>Excellent salary, pension, flexible working, fantastic employee benefits and comprehensive staff health & wellbeing scheme.</li>\n<li>A friendly, supportive team and a range of opportunities for continuing professional development.</li>\n<li>Hybrid working with the ability to work from home as well as from our newly refurbished offices in Hailsham.</li>\n<li>Free parking.</li>\n<li>Please note that you must have the right to work in the UK.</li>\n</ul>\n<h2> </h2>\n<h3>For more information</h3>\n<p>For more information and an informal chat about the opportunity please contact Matt China, Policy, Insight & Communications Manager on 07971 884390.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<h3>Post Number:        B3003</h3>\n<h3>Closing Date:        23 May 2025</h3>\n<h3>Interview Date:      3 June 2025</h3>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Wealden District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.</p>\n<p>We are committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment. We value the differences that people bring from all backgrounds and communities and all applications will be treated on merit.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<h3>To Apply</h3>\n<p>Please visit our <a href=\"https://www.wealden.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/vacancies-listing/how-to-apply/\">‘How to Apply</a>’ page for advice on how best to complete your application.</p>\n<p>Click on the “Apply Online Now” link to be taken to our online recruitment portal. You will be prompted to log in to your existing account or create a new one. Remember to add a contact email address and mobile number when applying.</p>\n<p>Please note applications could time out. So, ensure you have created an account and save your information as you go along. We would suggest you keep a copy of your personal statement on a separate document until you are ready to paste this into your application and submit.</p>\n<p>If you are unable to apply online, have a query or require an alternative application method, please email human.resources@wealden.gov.uk or call 01892 602424. Make sure you know the post number and include it in your email or provide it when asked during your telephone call.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£48,608.64 - £50,505.24 p.a.","publishDate":"2025-05-07T15:32:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-23T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/5804471d-65fe-4c8d-9c0c-ce3b442c1046.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"1561c198-8bf9-4964-9db5-527ae4fdf0de","title":"Private Sector Housing Team Leader","employer":"Erewash Borough Council","department":"","location":"Town Hall, Derby Road, Long Eaton","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Private Sector Housing Team Leader</strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Directorate:</strong>           <strong>Environmental and Community Services</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Department          Housing Services </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Hours:                   37 hours per week </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Salary:                   Grade H - £42,708 - £46,731 per year</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Location:               Long Eaton Town Hall, Derby Road, Long Eaton, Derbyshire, NG10 1HU</strong></p>\n<p><strong>                              Hybrid working available</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The Private Sector Housing Team improves residents’ lives by making their homes healthier and safer through maintaining or raising housing standards, installing energy efficiency measures and adapting homes so that people can live independently.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>If you are passionate about making a difference to people’s health, safety and independence and your focus is the resident before the building, this is your chance to lead the team and raise housing standards in and for the community as the council’s technical expert in private sector housing law.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Whether you are developing and empowering colleagues to take effective action, speeding up adaptations or leading strategy development and initiatives to improve homes you will be at the centre of driving ever better services with a dynamic team dedicated to improving the standard of homes, their warmth and their accessibility.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You will need:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Experience of leading projects and/or teams as well as leading or supporting change and/or service improvements in partnership.</li>\n<li>Experience of regulatory housing enforcement (including HMO licensing), inspection, preparing statutory notices and schedules of work;</li>\n<li>Practical experience of identifying and tackling hazards under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) and enforcement in line with the Housing Act 2004;</li>\n<li>An Honours Degree (2:2 or above) in Building and Construction/Construction Management, Surveying, or a qualified Environmental Health Practitioner with housing experience or equivalent qualification or an HND and three years’ experience; and</li>\n<li>A certificate of competence in applying the Housing Health and Safety Rating System;</li>\n<li>ILM level 5 in management or equivalent, or management experience and a willingness to undertake study to reach this level.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>In this role there will be the need to travel within the local area for which you will receive a casual car-user allowance. </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About Us</strong></p>\n<p>Erewash is a bustling borough in Derbyshire that is perfectly positioned between the vibrant cities of Derby and Nottingham.  With a blend of busy urban and beautiful rural scenes, Erewash enjoys strong and ongoing economic diversification and great transport links. So, it’s no surprise that our borough is a popular place to live, work and visit.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>What do we offer?</strong><strong> </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave package – 29 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years’ service) plus 8 bank holidays a year</li>\n<li>Family friendly and flexible working policies available</li>\n<li>Casual Car Allowance</li>\n<li>Free workplace car parking within the Borough</li>\n<li>Opportunities for training, learning and continuous professional development</li>\n<li>Option to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) plus access to a salary sacrifice scheme for added voluntary pension contributions.</li>\n<li>Discounted leisure membership with the Fit for Work scheme</li>\n<li>Access to an employee benefits discount and salary sacrifice scheme.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>If you would like more information about the job or if you would like more details about the role, please contact Steven Shanahan, Housing Services Manager, on 0115 907 2244.  <strong>No recruitment companies or advertisers, please</strong><strong>.  </strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>The closing date for applications is</strong> <strong>Friday, 23 May at midnight.  Interviews will take place on Monday, 2 June 2025 at Long Eaton Town Hall.</strong>  </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p>\n<p>Interested candidates can apply with a CV and a supporting statement, clearly demonstrating suitability and experience for the role.  Please visit <a href=\"http://www.erewash.gov.uk/job-search\">http://www.erewash.gov.uk/job-search</a></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>To submit a CV please click on the '<strong>Apply Online'</strong> icon located at the foot of the page. You will be requested to provide some basic information before you upload your CV.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Alternatively, an application form and job description are available from Human Resources, Erewash Borough Council, Town Hall, Wharncliffe Road, Ilkeston, Derbyshire DE7 5RP. Telephone: 0115 931 6000 (24 hr. voicemail) or e-mail: <a href=\"mailto:jobs@erewash.gov.uk\">jobs@erewash.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>If you are a current employee of Erewash Borough Council and you wish to apply for this vacancy, you must apply through your Employee Self Service account.  If you do not have access to Employee Self Service, you must complete a paper or word version of Erewash Borough Council’s job application form.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The Council is positive about disabled people and those who meet the essential shortlisting requirements will be guaranteed an interview.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The Council also supports the Armed Forces Covenant and those who have previously worked in the armed forces and meet the essential shortlisting criteria will be guaranteed an interview.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Please ensure that you make it clear on your application form that you wish to be considered under these criteria.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£42,708 to £46,731 per year","publishDate":"2025-05-07T15:25:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-23T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/1590342b-6318-42f4-a91e-ef5e21cf68de.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"46fa5af4-e0ca-4533-be23-49e57f799e49","title":"Head of Biology","employer":"Cheshire West & Chester Council","department":"The Learning Trust","location":"Christleton High School","locationType":3,"description":"<p>An exciting opportunity is available for the right candidate to join our busy teaching team at Christleton High School.</p>\n<p>The post holder will lead the subject in providing a first-class service to all students and staff in facilitating the teaching and learning of Biology. 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We try to live by the maxim “<em>Happy, Hardworking and Caring</em>” and expect that all staff should be a role model for these three characteristics.</p>\n<p>For an application form and full information about the position, please visit the ‘Vacancies’ page on Christleton High School’s website: <a href=\"https://www.christletonhigh.co.uk/vacancies/\">https://www.christletonhigh.co.uk/vacancies/</a> and apply through MyNewTerm.</p>\n<p>The deadline for receipt of applications is 9.00am on Friday 16th May 2025, with interviews to be held w/c 19th May.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"MPS / UPS, plus TLR2B","publishDate":"2025-05-07T15:24:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-16T08:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/c776a214-63b9-48e9-8424-c92c5ce817df.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"3b42a935-f80a-4dba-aaf9-d1e1496a201f","title":"Lecturer Level 1 Digital","employer":"Coventry City Council","department":"","location":"Southfields Old School, South Street, Coventry","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.</p><p>The Adult Education Service is part of Coventry City Council.  We provide a wide range of courses for Coventry residents age 19+ and much of our provision is targeted at people with the highest levels of need. </p><p>We offer long courses in English, maths, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), ICT/Digital and vocational subjects such as Early Years, along with provision for adults with learning disabilities.  </p><p>We also offer a very wide range of short community courses in arts, crafts, music, dance, exercise, fitness and family learning.  In addition, we run a highly supportive study programme for young people.</p><p>Our work-based learning offer includes Apprenticeships in the following subject areas: </p><ul>\n<li>Nursery Workers</li>\n<li>Teaching Assistants</li>\n<li>Leadership/Management; and </li>\n<li>Customer Care. </li>\n</ul><p>We also provide courses for adults who are seeking work via the Council’s Job Shop. </p><p>Our main base is at Southfields Old School, CV1 5EJ, with provision delivered at around 25 other sites within Coventry, mostly in areas of highest need.</p><p>We welcome applications from anyone who wants to make a difference to the lives of people in Coventry.  </p><b>Our Values</b><br><p>In line with our One Coventry Values, we want 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 applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.</p>\n\n<p>Our Values are:</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>\n\t<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>\n\t<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>\n\t<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>\n\t<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>\n\t<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p><img alt=\"The Image “Our Values” is an image of text. It is a logotype for our One Coventry Values - Open and fair, Nurture and develop, Engage and empower, Create and innovate, Own and be accountable, Value and respect\" height=\"150\" src=\"https://www.coventry.gov.uk/images/ONE_COV_infographic.jpg\" width=\"687\"></p>\n<b>What is the job role?</b><br><p>An exciting opportunity has arisen to become a Digital skills tutor with Coventry’s highly successful Adult Education Service, where you will plan and deliver classes to adult learners at various locations within the city and online. </p><p>You will be joining a team of highly experienced tutors who are very supportive of each other.  There are opportunities for staff development and continuing professional development and we aspire to be outstanding in the delivery of teaching, learning and assessment.</p><p><strong>This is a fixed term contract until 31 August 2026.</strong></p><p>This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).</p><b>Who are we looking for?</b><br><p>We are seeking to recruit a skilled and enthusiastic Digital skills tutor to plan and deliver Digital skills classes at various levels. This will be in face-to-face classes and or online. You will need relevant Digital skills teaching experience in an adult learning environment or similar, up to date knowledge of Digital Functional Skills and or other ICT qualifications.</p><p>Teaching qualifications at level 3/4 and subject qualifications at Level 4/5.</p><p><strong><em>Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, </em></strong><strong><em>an online search may form part of this recruitment process.</em></strong></p><p>If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href=\"https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility\">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.</p><p><strong>Guaranteed Interview Scheme</strong> - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. 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Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.</p><b>About Staffordshire County Council</b><br><p><strong>We are no ordinary county council:</strong></p><p><strong>Our Values:</strong></p><p>The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.</p><p>Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:</p><p><img alt=\"\" height=\"272\" src=\"https://staffscc-uploads-eu-west-2.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/63806fb8a56160f4aa0fa5dc8ac1debabf27234b.jpg\" width=\"700\"></p><p>We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.</p><p>We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too. </p><p><strong>Our benefits:</strong></p><p>We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance. </p><p>In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to <a href=\"https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/\">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a></p><p><strong>Our recruitment process:</strong></p><p>As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.</p><p>Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communities</p><p>As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the minimum criteria for the post. </p><p>As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£32,654 - £37,035","publishDate":"2025-05-07T15:14:33.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-21T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/d5bc530f-a58d-4b52-b6ba-7f5704f6dfca.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"71b4b0b4-7b5c-4020-8cf6-82faae369612","title":"Deputy Head of Assurance","employer":"Brent Council","department":"","location":"Brent Civic Centre, Engineers Way, Wembley, Middlesex","locationType":2,"description":"<div>An Excellent Opportunity…</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>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.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>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.</div>\n<div>\n<br><strong>The Post</strong>\n</div>\n<p>The Deputy Head of Assurance plays a crucial role in supporting the Deputy Director Organisational Assurance and Resilience in developing and implementing a coordinated risk and assurance framework that is aligned with the Council’s corporate objectives.</p>\n<p>The post holder will lead the operational delivery of the Council’s Internal Audit function, ensuring audits are planned, executed and reported in accordance with professional standards and best practice, with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation. The role also involves championing and coordinating the Council’s risk management framework and activities.</p>\n<p>The post holder will also have oversight of the Counter Fraud and Investigations function, ensuring plans are in place to prevent, detect and respond to fraud risks</p>\n<div><strong>The Person</strong></div>\n<p>We are seeking a strategic thinker with excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills, capable of thriving under pressure. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing and delivering high-quality internal audit and assurance activities within tight deadlines.</p>\n<p>You will have demonstrable experience in implementing and overseeing risk and assurance frameworks, developing innovative solutions to manage risk, and presenting information to senior leadership. A thorough understanding of risk-based auditing concepts, Public Sector Internal Audit Standards, and enterprise risk management frameworks is essential.</p>\n<p>The candidate should possess excellent interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with stakeholders, the ability to provide technical advice on risk and assurance, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Experience in managing performance, budgets, and a diverse portfolio of activities is required. Knowledge of relevant legislative requirements relating to audit and fraud is crucial.</p>\n<p>Closing date: 28 May 2025 (23:59)</p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information </strong></p>\n<div>\n<p><strong>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.</strong></p>\n<p>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.</p>\n</div>\n<div>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.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>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 <a href=\"https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn\">here</a>.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>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. 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Mitin’s team is responsible for cleaning, gardening and bulk refuse removal across several housing estates where many of our residents require a greater degree of assistance. It’s not just about keeping our blocks and estates shipshape, it’s about human contact and letting residents know that we care.</p>\n<p>Mitin’s team contribute to our Smart City commitment and make full use of new technology to help track and solve problems such as fly tipping and graffiti. But what many residents value most is his ability to listen. For example, when residents were telling him about carrying out gardening improvements and the positive impact that it has on their wellbeing, he and his team engaged with residents, working closely with them to give them garden areas they could be proud of and a vibrant community.</p>\n<p>Mitin is immensely proud of the relationships he’s built with residents, not only because it helps them feel proud of where they live in a greener and cleaner city, but because it makes him proud of where he works.</p>\n<p><strong>The Role:</strong></p>\n<p>As a Planning Officer in one of the area teams you make your own powerful contribution. With a high-profile remit, the Place Shaping and Town Planning Services team work collaboratively with partners and the wider community to ensure Westminster maintains its reputation as a world-class place in which to live, work and visit. You will be dealing with a range of planning application and appeals, pre-application inquiries and providing One Stop Duty Officer advice.  </p>\n<p>You will have the confidence to steer applicants and key stakeholders such as major landowners and developers round to your way of thinking – plus the tact to produce correspondence relating to complex and sensitive issues. From defending the Council at appeals, via written representations, informal hearings, and public inquiries through to assisting with the consideration of planning applications. This is uniquely varied role in which you will have the scope to make a considerable impact on the future of Westminster. </p>\n<p><strong>About You:</strong></p>\n<p>This is an exciting opportunity to make your mark in a progressive team. You will need exceptional communication skills and a team-player attitude. On a practical level, you will have a relevant degree. 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A Fairer Westminster is one in which our communities are at the heart of our decision-making and help to determine the city’s future. By working directly with our communities and other partners, we can build a more inclusive city that celebrates our diverse communities, and where residents, workers and visitors from all backgrounds will feel welcome and safe.</p>\n<p>At Westminster City Council, we pride ourselves on being an inclusive workplace and employer of choice. We encourage and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that, at all levels, represents the communities we serve. We champion equality, diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, has a sense of belonging and is empowered to be their best, that is the Westminster Way. 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City of London seeks a Transport Planning and Development Officer to support sustainable developments aligning with strategic objectives. Apply by May 20.

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Seeking an experienced Accommodation Assessment & Lettings Team Leader to manage a team offering suitable accommodation for homelessness assistance in Lewisham.
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Head of Berkshire Emergency Duty Service and Bracknell Forest Council Out of Hours

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£80,124 - £87,321 FTE (inclusive of 10% on-call allowance and £706 London Weighting)

Berkshire Emergency Duty Service, Bracknell, United Kingdom (Hybrid)

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Head of Berkshire Emergency Duty Service needed to lead and manage social care operations during out-of-hours across six Berkshire authorities.

Site Manager - Newton le Willows Primary

St Helens Borough Council

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£25584 - £27269 per annum

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Housing Options Manager

Uttlesford District Council (Essex)

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Salary Grade 8 £41,511 - £44,711 (pay award pending)

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Housing Resettlement Manager

Uttlesford District Council (Essex)

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Salary Grade 8 £41,511 - £44,711 (pay award pending)

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Housing Options Officer (Overseas Arrivals Lead)

Uttlesford District Council (Essex)

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Salary Grade 6 £34,314 - £37,035 (pay award pending)

Uttlesford Area (Hybrid)

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Business Rates Officer

London Borough of Newham

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£35,000 - £44,999

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East Ham Library Assistant

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£25,000 - £29,999

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Experienced Social Worker - Early Help and Prevention

Portsmouth City Council

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Band 10, £41,510 to £45,718 per annum

Somerstown Family Hub (On-Site)

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Senior Communications Officer

Wealden District Council

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£48,608.64 - £50,505.24 p.a.

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Private Sector Housing Team Leader

Erewash Borough Council

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£42,708 to £46,731 per year

Town Hall, Derby Road, Long Eaton (Hybrid)

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Head of Biology

The Learning Trust

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MPS / UPS, plus TLR2B

Christleton High School (On-Site)

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Lecturer Level 1 Digital

Coventry City Council

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£27831 - £33730

Southfields Old School, South Street, Coventry (On-Site)

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Retrofit / Net Zero Surveyor (Internal Only)

Folkestone & Hythe District Council

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£37,204 - £42,285 (Grade F) £43,438 - £49,655 (Grade G) depending on qualifications and experience

Civic Centre, Castle Hill Avenue, Folkestone, Kent CT20 2QY (Hybrid)

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Principal Project Manager

South Hams District Council / West Devon Borough Council

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£43,693 - £47,754 per annum (pay award pending). Permanent Contract, Local Government Pension Scheme.

Totnes, Devon, Tavistock (Hybrid)

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Property Services Manager

Dartford Borough Council

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£69,890.63 rising to £73,708.06 after 12 month’s satisfactory service + Car Allowance of £5,948.30

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Early Years Sufficiency and Market Development Consultant

Staffordshire County Council

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£32,654 - £37,035

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Deputy Head of Assurance

Brent Council

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£66,305 - £74,213

Brent Civic Centre, Engineers Way, Wembley, Middlesex (Hybrid)

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