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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><p>Our Values are:</p><ul>\n<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>\n<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>\n<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>\n<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>\n<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>\n<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>\n</ul><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><b>What is the job role?</b><br><p>We are looking for an Ecology and Biodiversity Officer to help deliver a high-quality Ecology service in a way that contributes to the achievement of the City Council’s vision and objectives for a growing and sustainable city.</p><p><strong>In your role you will be:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Providing ecological advice and appropriate recommendations in the form of planning consultation responses, policies, and strategies.</li>\n<li>Identify, develop, and deliver long-term ecological and biodiversity improvement opportunities, including land-based projects, with monitoring and promotion.</li>\n<li>Work with our Parks and Open Spaces team to deliver ecological enhancement schemes on land within the Council's ownership</li>\n<li>Support the Ecology and Biodiversity Manager in developing the city’s response to ecology challenges and emerging government legislation </li>\n</ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><b>Who are we looking for?</b><br><p>We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated person to join the Council’s Ecology & Biodiversity team. You must have strong technical knowledge of ecological issues coupled with the ability to generate innovative and deliverable solutions. Ideally you will have experience of budget management of delivering complex projects.</p><p>You must be able to work using your  initiative, as well as working as part of a large team to demonstrate a One Coventry ethos and a supportive working environment. If this is you, then come and join us, be part of the team. </p><p><strong>When applying for this role, you will be asked to write a personal statement. When writing your personal statement please include the following:</strong></p><ul>\n<li><strong>Your experience of designing and delivering an ecology-focused project.</strong></li>\n<li><strong>Your experience of delivering high-quality presentations or reports.</strong></li>\n<li><strong>Your knowledge of legislation which impacts upon Biodiversity and Ecology</strong></li>\n</ul><p>If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our accessibility page to see how we can assist you.</p><p>Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:</p><ul>\n<li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li>\n<li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li>\n<li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li>\n</ul><p>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'. 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We’re not just any council – we take pride in our work and our borough, deliver outstanding customer service and work together with pace and positivity.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>THE OPPORTUNITY </strong></p>\n<p>Working in a team of development management specialists, you will help deliver an effective and efficient planning service through the determination of a varied caseload of planning applications ranging from householders to major development proposals (depending on your level of experience).  The role will provide you with experience of working with a variety of teams across Council departments and with elected representatives as well as external partners and stakeholders.</p>\n<p>This is a career graded post and will enable the post holder to gain experience and career progression. At the top of the scale the post holder will manage more complicated planning applications and supervise their own graduate Planning Assistant. The post will therefore be suitable for someone who is already working at a Senior Planning Officer level and looking to develop their supervisory skills or for an experienced Planning Officer who is looking at taking the next step in their career. The post holder will be limited to Grade E until they attain membership of the RTPI at which point they move to SO1 and may progress up to SO2 without any restriction. 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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\n<p><img alt=\"\" src=\"%E2%80%8B%20%20%20%20%E2%80%8B\"></p>\n<b>What is the job role?</b><br><p> </p><p>In this role you will be dealing with customers, stakeholders & outside organisations, you will help to collect more than £200 million of Council revenue. This is a fast-paced team with tight deadlines and targets to meet each week.</p><ul>\n<li>You will be responsible for dealing with the recovery of a wide range  of invoices covering a wide range of services provided by the City Council.</li>\n<li>You will help the Council to achieve its collection targets and maximise resources to fund the vital services for local residents.</li>\n<li>You will instigate robust debt recovery practices whilst being sensitive to the needs of our vulnerable residents.</li>\n<li>You will work to procedures and policies designed for the team </li>\n</ul><p>At present staff are working from home but the role is usually based in our offices at Friargate and you will form part of a dynamic and motivated Corporate Income Team.</p><p><em>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).</em></p><b>Who are we looking for?</b><br><p><strong>Someone who has a passion for customer care.</strong></p><p><strong>Someone who can prioritise and organise a workload, work under pressure and manage priorities with minimum supervision using their initiative.</strong></p><ul>\n<li>You will have excellent customer service, communication and negotiation skills, face-to-face and over the phone.</li>\n<li>Any experience you have had with dealing with debt</li>\n<li>You will need to be target-driven and capable of managing your workload and conflicting priorities.</li>\n<li>You will have the confidence to deal with a range of different customers and make appropriate recovery decisions based on the current circumstances of each case.</li>\n</ul><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. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:</p><ul>\n<li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li>\n<li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li>\n<li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li>\n</ul><p><em>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'. </em></p><p>If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.</p><p>Interview date(s): 21 May 2025  -  22 May 2025 (in person in Friargate)</p><b>About Coventry</b><br><p><strong>Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.</strong></p>\n\n<p>We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse.<br>\n<br>\nAt Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. 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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><p>Our Values are:</p><ul>\n<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>\n<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>\n<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>\n<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>\n<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>\n<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>\n</ul><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><b>What is the job role?</b><br><p><span>You will undertake the Level 6<strong> Apprenticeship standard in Environmental Health</strong>. This is a unique opportunity to study for a degree while earning a salary and gaining practical skills by working as a member of the Environmental Health Team. You will study BSc (Hons) Environmental Health with the University of Wolverhampton and commencing September 2025 and on days when not attending taught classes, you will work in the Food and Safety Team and have opportunities to work in other teams who support Environmental Health functions. These include Community Safety, Housing and Environmental Protection. </span></p><p><span>Building on the taught knowledge of the degree, you will develop the practical skills of an Environmental Health Officer while learning from and supporting experienced professionals. Upon successful completion of the four-year degree programme, you would have the opportunity to gain professional status as an Environmental Health Officer.</span></p><p><span>It will be a condition of any employment offer that you are accepted onto the degree programme by the University of Wolverhampton. </span></p><p><span>As part of the apprenticeship package, the degree tuition fees are fully funded by Coventry City Council, meaning you will not require a tuition fee loan. You will also earn a salary while you study. </span></p><p><span> Further information for this apprenticeship can be found on:</span><span><a href=\"https://www.wlv.ac.uk/\"><span>https://www.wlv.ac.uk/</span></a>  </span></p><p><span>You will undertake the Level 6<strong> Apprenticeship standard in Environmental Health</strong>.</span></p><p><span>This apprenticeship role is a fixed term contract for <strong>4 years</strong> in line with the length of the apprenticeship training.</span></p><b>Who are we looking for?</b><br><p><span>The successful candidate will be:</span></p><ul>\n<li>Looking for a career where they can make a difference to peoples’ health and the environment</li>\n<li>Able to cope with the academic demands of the study for an honours degree while working to develop their practical skills</li>\n<li>Highly motivated and organised, with excellent time management skills</li>\n<li>An excellent communicator and influencer</li>\n</ul><p><span>The successful candidate will have:</span></p><ul>\n<li>An investigative and analytical approach</li>\n<li>Strong IT skills and be able to produce clear reports and case records</li>\n<li>An alignment with Coventry City Council’s behaviours and values </li>\n<li>A valid driving licence is desirable as you will be required to travel to various locations across the city.</li>\n<li>\n<span>For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Mr Pardip Mohan, Principal Environmental Health Officer, Telephone 024 7697 1165, email </span><a href=\"mailto:Pardip.Mohan@Coventry.Gov.Uk\"><span>Pardip.Mohan@Coventry.Gov.Uk</span></a><span> </span>\n</li>\n</ul><p><span><strong>When applying for this you will be asked to provide a personal statement. Please ensure that you include information on the following in your application:  </strong></span></p><p><span><strong>1. Your opinion on a current topical Environmental Health issue</strong></span></p><p><span><strong>2. Why do you consider yourself suited for a career in Environmental Health </strong></span></p><p><span>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.</span></p><p><span><strong>Guaranteed Interview Scheme</strong> - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:</span></p><ul>\n<li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li>\n<li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li>\n<li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li>\n</ul><p><span>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'. If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.</span></p><p><span>Closing date: </span><span><strong>26th May 2025</strong></span></p><p><span>Pre-interview date (Virtual):<strong> 5th June 2025</strong> </span><span><br>Interview date: (Face-to-face): <strong>19th June 2025</strong></span></p><p><span><em>Did you know that there is support available to help you with your application?</em></span></p><p><span><em>If you would like support in completing your application or have any questions about our recruitment and selection processes, help is available at The Job Shop.</em></span></p><p><span><em>We would recommend that all applicants take advantage of this service in order to maximise the chances of being shortlisted.</em></span></p><p><span><em>Address: West Orchard Way, Coventry CV1 1FY</em><br><em>Phone: 024 7678 5740</em><br><em>Email: </em><a href=\"mailto:jobshop@coventry.gov.uk\"><em>jobshop@coventry.gov.uk</em></a><em>     </em><br><em>Website: </em><a href=\"http://www.coventry.gov.uk/jobshop\"><em>http://www.coventry.gov.uk/jobshop</em></a></span></p><b>About Coventry</b><br><p><strong>Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.</strong></p><p>We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse.</p><p>At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. 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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><p>Our Values are:</p><ul>\n<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>\n<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>\n<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>\n<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>\n<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>\n<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>\n</ul><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><b>What is the job role?</b><br><p>This is a career progression graded role and progression will depend upon your experience and accreditation status with the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) and Registered Building Control (RBI) status.</p><p>As a Senior/Building Control Officer, you will help contribute to the delivery of our Building Control service through undertaking site inspections, liaising with clients and assessing developments against Building Regulations, associated legislation, Government guidance and Council polices.</p><p>Depending on your BSR accreditation status, you will process and assess a range of Building Control applications to ensure compliance with the above whilst all the time ensuring you accurately document and record information and issue decisions in a timely manner.</p><p>You will help play an important role in protecting the safety of the public by responding to notifications of dangerous and dilapidated structures and making sure appropriate action is taken to remove any danger.  </p><p>You will have the opportunity to contribute to developing and improving the Building Control service, implementing best practices and innovative solutions.</p><p>You will act as a technical advisor on Building Control matters and be responsible for technical and legal compliance with the Building Acts, Building Regulations and other associated legislation commensurate with your BSR accreditation.</p><p>Although this post is advertised as a full-time role, we are a flexible employer and will consider applications from candidates who would prefer to work part-time or more flexibly.</p><b>Who are we looking for?</b><br><p>To be successful in this role, you will need to have:</p><ul>\n<li>An ONC, OND or BTEC in a building-related subject; or</li>\n<li>A professional qualification by one of the Chartered Institutions - RIBA, IStruct E, CIOB, with a specialism in Building Control; or,</li>\n<li>CIOB Public Service Building Control Surveying Diploma, Level 4 or Level 5; or,</li>\n<li>Full corporate membership of RICS or ABEng or be working towards at an advanced level; or,</li>\n<li>At least three years of working within a Building Regulations environment.</li>\n<li>In addition, you must already be validated to a Building Safety Regulator Class 2 (A) Domestic Registered Building Inspector.</li>\n<li>You will need to have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work under pressure and prioritise your workload.</li>\n<li>You will also need to have a valid driving licence and access to a vehicle, as you will be required to travel to various sites across the city. </li>\n</ul><p>To progress to Grade 9 £49764, £55623, you must meet all the above criteria AND, in addition, hold and be accredited to the following standard:</p><ul><li>Building Safety Regulator (BSR) Class 2 (B-F) General Registered Building Inspector (RBI). </li></ul><p>If you would like to have an informal discussion about the position, please speak to Kate Rich, Building Control Manager on 02476 978538 or email <a href=\"mailto:Kate.Rich@coventry.gov.uk\">Kate.Rich@coventry.gov.uk</a></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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If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.</p><p> Interview date: 12th June 2025</p><p> </p><b>About Coventry</b><br><p><strong>Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.</strong></p>\n\n<p>We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse.<br>\n<br>\nAt Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. 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You will share the belief of the other programme managers that given the right opportunity and support, everyone can make a positive contribution and have a meaningful and fulfilling life.</p><p>You will have a passion for improving lives, be outgoing with exceptional interpersonal skills and have the ability to inspire and lead and manage others. You will be able to develop and sustain strong relationships and influence and negotiate opportunities. You will have excellent IT skills and be able to effectively communicate with a wide range of people both verbally and in writing. You will be responsible for recording programme data, writing reports and always looking for ways to shape and improve the service. You will have experience of working with employers and people of all levels to create opportunities, understanding the needs of employer and the business case for employing a diverse workforce.</p><p>You will have experience of safeguarding practices and will lead and support the Job Coaches and the Learning Support Assistants through the challenges of working with people who often have complex needs.</p><p>With an employment background, you will be working in a way that bridges the Council’s employment service with SEND education. You will thrive on new challenges, be self-motivated with a positive approach work. You will be adaptable and able to travel independently to a variety of locations. </p><p>This programme runs during the term time and therefore a commitment to the service delivery is expected. Annual leave during term time will be considered on an individual basis to ensure that we can deliver the service for our SEND communities. </p><p>For further information or to discuss the role please contact Hannah Rogers: Hannah.Rogers@coventry.gov.uk</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. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:</p><ul>\n<li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li>\n<li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li>\n<li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li>\n</ul><p>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'. If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.</p><p>Interview date(s): </p><p>Shortlisting will take place on Thursday 15 May 2025.<br>Interviews will take place on 19/20 May 2025.<br>The interview will consist of a ten minute presentation followed by a panel interview.</p><b>About Coventry</b><br><p><strong>Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.</strong></p>\n\n<p>We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant, and diverse.<br>\n<br>\nAt Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. 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The role sits at the centre of the Council’s governance and decision making process and is crucial to the smooth and effective running of the Council.</p>\n<p>You will be responsible for supporting the Council’s democratic structure and functions through the administration of Council and Committee meetings and decision making, including providing direct support to the Overview and Scrutiny Panels. 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Specifically, the teams are responsible for delivering:  Housing Benefit and Discretionary Housing Payments which we administer on behalf of the Department for Works and Pensions. </p><p>We also recover any overpaid housing benefit Council Tax Support which is a local scheme that helps residents with their Council Tax charges Free School Meals, by working closely with schools we aim to ensure every child who is entitled has a free school meal   Community Support Grant Scheme which includes assistance in extreme emergencies and can provide citizens help to resettle back into the community by providing essential furniture items.   We embrace the ONE COVENTRY approach, working closely with our external partners and other Council teams, such as the Housing and Homeless teams and Children’s teams, ensuring we have a holistic approach to supporting our residents.</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. 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Further information can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.blaby.gov.uk/your-council/jobs/guaranteed-interview-scheme/\">jobs page</a>.  </p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Scale 5 £32,115 - £37,938 per annum pro rata","publishDate":"2025-04-29T15:01:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-27T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/5a1b59a4-0190-4fc2-899d-4b8be08351ca.png","score":1986.4137,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"7c038e6c-5fe6-4cb5-9b8e-c5fe944f2bc1","title":"Environmental Protection Officer","employer":"Rugby Borough Council","department":"","location":"Rugby Borough Council","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Environmental Protection Officer</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>£31,586 - £35,235 (Pay award pending)</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Full time – 37 hours a week</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Maternity Cover up to 12 months FTC</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Rugby Borough Council is dedicated to both Community and Colleague growth. 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You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.</p>\n<p>You will have access to an attractive benefits package including;</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service</li>\n<li>Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform</li>\n<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Generous life cover</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Who are we?</strong></p>\n<p>Opened in 2014, Arc School Ansley is an independent specialist day school in Ansley, a lovely small village, for children and young people aged between 11 and 17.</p>\n<p>Our experienced team is dedicated to providing outstanding education to children and young people a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Condition, who may have many associated needs such as; social, emotional and mental health needs, communication needs and cognition and learning needs.</p>\n<p>Arc School Ansley is part of Kedleston Group. We specialise in providing specialist education and care for children aged 7-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). These include autistic spectrum condition (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).</p>\n<p>We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. 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You’ll have the opportunity to develop your skills and get involved in projects such as implementing boundary reviews and responding to new legislative requirements such as voter ID, online postal vote applications and votes for life. This area of work is responding to a period of significant change in the way elections are run in the UK.</p>\n\n<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>\n<b>Our Values</b><br><p>In line with our One Coventry Values we strive to have a workforce that reflects our local communities and welcome applicants from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic backgrounds, applicants who have a disability and applicants who are from the LGBTQ+ community to apply for our senior leadership roles. </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>You will provide operational assistance to the Head of Electoral Services to deliver an efficient electoral service (including elections and electoral registration) adhering to all relevant legislation and is open, transparent and accessible to the public and other stakeholders<strong>.</strong></p>\n\n<p>You will deal with the public on a daily basis in a way that promotes the section and its services in accordance with the Council’s corporate policies.  You will also contribute to the development of a culture of innovation and service excellence including the introduction of the requirements of the Elections Act 2022.</p>\n\n<p>An experienced administrator to provide highly competent administrative support to the service covering all aspects of its work including maintaining the register of electors, absent votes list and monthly alterations lists, organising and supporting data mining activity, meeting all statutory deadlines of the election timetable and many other aspects of our work including some outreach work to encourage electoral registration and participation.</p>\n\n<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>\n<b>Who are we looking for?</b><br><p>How will you make an impact as our Electoral Services Support Officer?</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Excellent communication skills in conveying electoral requirements, updates, and addressing issues clearly and effectively.</li>\n\t<li>A meticulous eye for attention to detail will help maintain the integrity of the electoral register and ensure that every detail is correct to deliver high quality outcomes.</li>\n\t<li>A passion for democratic processes will drive you to excel in administering and delivering elections that are fair and transparent.</li>\n\t<li>You will be able to work to tight deadlines, manage changing and conflicting demands whilst producing accurate work.</li>\n\t<li>You will have excellent customer service skills and will deal with customers by telephone, email and face-to-face </li>\n\t<li>You will have experience of working in a team and be able to demonstrate your ability to work without supervision</li>\n\t<li>The post holder must be flexible and prepared to work additional hours, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays leading up to elections and during peak canvass periods.</li>\n\t<li>Strong proficiency with a variety of IT systems and applications.</li>\n</ul>\n\n<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>\n\n<p><strong>Guaranteed Interview Scheme</strong> - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li>\n\t<li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li>\n\t<li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'. If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.</p>\n\n<p>Interview date(s): 10th October 2024</p>\n<b>About Coventry</b><br><p><strong>Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.</strong></p>\n\n<p>We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse.<br>\n<br>\nAt Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. 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