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Are you a seasoned legal professional with a passion for property law and public service?We are looking for an experienced Senior Property and Projects Lawyer to join our Legal Services team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our borough.This is a high-impact position advising on complex legal matters across the Council’s commercial, residential, and community property portfolios. You will also provide strategic legal support on major development and regeneration projects, working with limited supervision and in close collaboration with senior officers and multidisciplinary teams.You will be responsible for leading on high-value and complex property transactions including acquisitions, disposals, leases, licences, and development agreements, along with:Acting as the Council’s principal legal negotiator in commercial property and development projects.Providing legal advice on regeneration initiatives, infrastructure agreements, and land rights.Drafting and negotiating robust legal documentation to protect the Council’s interests.Supporting corporate governance and attend committee meetings as legal advisor.Mentoring junior legal staff and contributing to the continuous improvement of legal service.To excel in this role it is essential that you are a Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of CILEx with a current or eligible practising certificate, have a minimum 5 years’ post-qualification experience, as well as having:Strong expertise in land and property law, including commercial landlord and tenant matters.Proven track record in complex negotiations and legal drafting.Excellent communication skills and ability to advise senior stakeholders.In addition you will be competent in managing a varied caseload independently.Experience in planning law, commercial contracts, procurement, company or charity law would be desirable along with an understanding of corporate governance and the role of elected members.This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in local government while advancing your legal career. You will be part of a supportive team committed to excellence, innovation, and public service.For an informal discussion about the role please contact Mildred Pountney, Principal Solicitor (Property and Projects) 01233 330265 Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/cstdrhlk/7144a-senior-property-and-projects-lawyer-oct-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description </a>When applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the Southeast will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community





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Ashford Borough Council

Senior Property and Projects Lawyer

We are currently recruiting Experienced Social Workers to join our Children in Care Team. We are proud to be ‘Good’ in Medway and are determined to build on the great work that has been done so far to improve the services for our children, young people and families.Recent promotions, following our investment in new Assistant Team Managers across the service, mean we are now looking for passionate social workers who can commit to making a difference to our children in Medway.Children matter in Medway, and so do you. It’s an exciting time to join us as we offer competitive pay and conditions and hybrid working. We are committed to helping you to grow and develop throughout your career and reach your full potential. Our practice development offer along with management capacity across our teams, ensures you will be guided, supported and cared for.Whether you have recently completed your ASYE or have worked in children’s social work for some years we would love you to join us on our ongoing journey. You will be joining an experienced and dedicated social work team who have relationship and strengths-based work with children and families at the core of their practice.Experienced Social Workers (with 2+ years post qualifying experience) will be offered a package of up to £51,329 per annum (inclusive of market premia + £3,000 per annum retention payment).Social Workers with less than 2 years’ service will be offered a package of up to £46,956 per annum (inclusive of market premia + £2,000 per annum retention payment).Join us and #Make a Difference…<h4>Our Offer</h4>We are proud to offer a range of benefits including –<ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement up to 30 days plus bank holidays</li><li>An excellent local government pension scheme</li><li>An essential car user allowance with option to apply for a lease car after six months.</li><li>Free car parking</li><li>Hybrid working - enabling you to work from home/office (minimum of 2 days per week will be required in the office). Assessment Teams are office based for duty weeks.</li><li>Relocation package of up to £8,000</li><li>A range of staff benefits and discounts including access to fantastic discounts and savings on shops and services, travel discounts, health and wellbeing support, and an employee assistance service.</li><li>Access to <a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200255/childrens_social_worker_jobs/759/professional_development" target="_blank">professional development and support</a> including Community Care Inform.</li><li>Hybrid working style </li></ul><h4>About You</h4><ul><li>You will hold a recognised Social Work qualification eg. Degree in Social Work, PGC in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW or equivalent and be registered with Social Work England.</li><li>You will have successfully completed your ASYE </li><li>You will have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li></ul>For further information on the qualifications, skills and experience required, please refer to the Job Profile and Person Specification.<h4>Additional Information</h4>For an informal discussion, please don't hesitate to contact one of the recruiting managers below. Alternatively, please email the recruitment team on <a href="mailto:cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk</a>. Laura Saunders, Service Manager (Children in Care) on 01634 337328.<h4>Our organisation</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<h4>Important Information</h4> Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Medway Council

This is Medway

Experienced Social Worker - Children in Care Team 

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Please apply online (see below). If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by either emailing <a href="mailto:recruitment@sevenoaks.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@sevenoaks.gov.uk</a> or contacting us on 01732 227383 to discuss how we can assist you in applying.



Environmental Planning &amp; Scientific Officer
Employer: Sevenoaks District Council
Salary: £35,162 - £50,011(pending evaluation)
Location: Council Offices, Argyle Road
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full Time
Hours: 37 hours per week.
DBS Check: No
We need your advice and guidance!
We are seeking an environmental health specialist with experience of commenting on planning applications from a public health perspective. A good knowledge of key areas of concern in this area with Air Quality, Environmental Noise and Contaminated Land within your remit. You will work with our Planning department across all stages of the planning process, providing advice and guidance on theenvironmental and public health impact of applications and proposed developments. You will help provide evidence and expert witness evidence for appeals, hearings and public inquiries.
You will also assist with the development of policies and initiatives regarding environmental protection issues. Your detail-focused approach will ensure that all records and databases are accurate available to support decisions. &nbsp;
This is a new role and may have the opportunity for working in the wider field of environmental health with the opportunity of specialist training where necessary.
Please note this post is for 37 hours a week and will be based at our Council Offices, Argyle Road, Sevenoaks Kent TN13 1HG.
We currently operate a hybrid-working model for the majority of our roles, where your working time will be divided between the office and home working.
To discuss the role in person please contact:
Colin Alden, Environmental Protection Team Leader on 01732 227186.
Do you want to know more about the role?
For further details on the role, the Council, and the benefits of working for us, please see our Candidate Pack –&nbsp;<a href="https://sevenoaks.pagetiger.com/bkhahze" target="_blank">https://sevenoaks.pagetiger.com/bkhahze</a>
Do you want to ensure you have the best chance of being shortlisted?
Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements, as your application will be judged against these criteria.
Closing date: 11th January 2026&nbsp;
Interviews: Week commencing 26th January 2026&nbsp;

Environmental Planning & Scientific Officer

What will you be doing?Bluebells in Detling offers overnight short breaks for children in Kent from the age of 5 to 18 years old, who have learning disabilities and/or Autism, and will have some additional support needs. These may include health related needs which are managed by medication, behaviours of concern, or help with every day tasks. We support children to have fun with their friends and peers, to learn skills and make choices within a safe and nurturing environment, so that they, and their families, can have a break.We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, who can lead a small busy team whilst creating a safe, nurturing, fun environment for children and young people of varying needs.To succeed in this role, we are looking for someone who:<ul><li>Can lead a shift whilst leading by example to the team and children and young people</li><li>Has completed or be willing to undertake the Diploma level 4 in Children and Young People and is able to put training and knowledge into practice</li><li>Has excellent time management with a non-bias approach when on shift</li><li>Is willing to undertake training in medication management and keep competencies up to date </li><li>Can work with the team to ensure all children and young people are given the opportunity to gain new positive experiences and social experiences that are inclusive for all</li><li>Can communicate with transparency</li><li>Has awareness of the Children's Home (England) Regulations 2015 and puts these into practice</li></ul>In return we can offer you:<ul><li>A detailed induction and training programme, with an ongoing plan for development</li><li>Annual leave + bank holiday entitlement</li><li>Generous contributory pension scheme</li></ul>This role includes working some weekends, unsociable hours and sleeping in between shifts, for which you will receive a payment for. Interviews will be conducted under the ‘Choosing with Care’ assessment process which includes a pre-interview visit. This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring service.About youFor further information on this role please contact:Matthew Grice01622 631795<a href="mailto:matthew.grice@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">matthew.grice@kent.gov.uk</a>About usWork that works for you and us - let's talk flexibility!KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply. 





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Kent County Council

Shift Leader

We are currently recruiting for a Financial Assessment Officer to determine service user contributions for community and residential care services and personal budgets and identify potential welfare benefit entitlement. To work out contributions in line with the Council’s Fairer Charging Policies, Charging Regulations and Accommodation Guidelines, Care Act 2014, Third Party Policy and offer practical assistance and advice with the relevant welfare benefit claim processes. Conduct financial assessments and annual reviews under the Council’s Charging Policies, by visit and through desk-based work, in accordance with defined legislation, procedures and timescales so that the Council may correctly charge for social services care packages. To maximise income for the local authority by advising, processing and monitoring of Deferred Payment Agreements as required for users of chargeable social care services as set out within the Councils’ Deferred Payment Policy scheme. Provide a service advising clients, providers through all forms of communication with regards to their financial assessment including client complaints and appeals and complex cases, such as deprivation, disability related expenditure and safeguarding cases.<h4>In return we will offer you: </h4><ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li></ul>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role. You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.<h4> </h4><h4>Our organisation:</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<h4> </h4><h4>Important Information-</h4>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile.Previous unsuccessful applicants need not apply<h4> </h4><h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.





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Financial Assessment Officer

Medway Youth Service are looking to recruit to the position of Assistant Youth Development Worker. We are searching for an enthusiastic and dedicated Youth Worker to play a vital role in our innovative project design to inspire the next generation's understanding and appreciation of the rich history and unique environment of the Hoo Peninsula. This isn't your average youth worker role; you will be leading engaging activities, creating a sense of belonging and helping young people discover the fascinating stories of the Hoo Peninsula by working in partnership with internal and external stakeholders.Applicants should have strong communication skills and experience of working with young people in ways that promote their leadership, growth and personal development.<h4>In return we offer you</h4><ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li></ul><h4>Important Information</h4>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile.<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.<h4>How to apply</h4>If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date, then you have not been shortlisted.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.





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Assistant Youth Development Worker

Medway Youth Service is recruiting youth support workers for multiple areas throughout Medway. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated people, with good communications skills who are interested in making a positive difference to young people’s lives. Youth Support Workers engage with young people aged 8-19 in youth centres, parks, shopping areas, and other places where they meet. You will be required to deliver youth work activities /programmes in line with the Youth Service curriculum, promoting personal and social development skills.Are you a good listener, an excellent coach or someone who works well with young people?Do you have hobbies and interests that could help inspire or engage others?We are looking for individuals with a variety of skills to join our diverse team of Youth Workers. We welcome applications from people who have lived experience of some of the challenges facing young people.Session starting times vary but are three hours each within the times of 3pm and 9pm. If you feel you could contribute to this project, please submit an application.Training and support will be provided.If you have any questions, please email: <a href="mailto:youth.enquiries@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">youth.enquiries@medway.gov.uk</a><h4>Our organisation:</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in. <h4>Important Information-</h4>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile <h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Youth Worker

Job Description Job Title: EHCP Coordinator Salary:&nbsp;£33,531– £38,052&nbsp;per annum&nbsp;(pro rata if part-time) Grade:&nbsp;D Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent&nbsp; Working Hours:&nbsp;37 hours per week&nbsp;&nbsp; We are seeking individuals with excellent communication skills and a collaborative, creative approach to working with professionals, children, young people, and their families. You must have the ability to analyse information from various sources and develop plans that empower children and young people to reach their full potential. Empathy for the challenges faced by young people and their families is essential, alongside the competence to assess and review the needs of vulnerable children and young people. Applicants should also bring relevant experience, knowledge, and a solid understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and its practical application. About the Role&nbsp; &nbsp; Corporate accountabilities: <ol> <li>To work with colleagues to achieve service plan objectives and targets</li> <li>To comply with data protection legislation and the council's Information Security Policy, including supporting policies</li> <li>To be willing and able to work in a flexible and agile way with regard both to hours of work and location of work, including remote and home working, as required, subject to service needs and requirements</li> <li>To participate in performance development, talent reviews and one-to-ones and to contribute to the identification of your own and team development needs and goals</li> <li>To actively promote and comply with the council's diversity and equality policies</li> <li>To ensure full compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 etc., the council's Health and Safety Policy and all locally agreed safe methods of work</li> <li>To fully understand and be aware of the commitment to Section&nbsp;17 'Duty of the Crime and Disorder Act 1998 to prevent crime and disorder'</li> <li>At the discretion of the senior management, to undertake other activities as, from time to time, may be agreed consistent with the grade and nature of the role</li> <li>To undertake and maintain relevant mandatory training in line with legislation&nbsp;</li> </ol> Benefits of Working with Us&nbsp; At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li> </ul> DBS Check: Enhanced with Children's Barred List Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date (Redeployment Only):&nbsp;11th December 2025 Closing Date (Internal &amp; External): 4th January 2026 Interview Date: To Be Confirmed For an informal discussion regarding the post please contact Tina Martin, SEND Team Manager, QA &amp; CPD at <a href="mailto:tmartin@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">tmartin@thurrock.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EbMEs4HF9MBEsAgEZowLt7ABY-9AFnf0_CdZ3M5t3MBM-A?e=BHKj3F" target="_blank">SEND_Co-ordinator_Job_Profile_July_25</a> Application Requirements As part of the Safer Recruitment process, Gap Management is&nbsp;required&nbsp;for all Safeguarding roles.&nbsp;Please complete the Gaps in Employment grid provided (refer to the example document for guidance) and upload it under&nbsp;Miscellaneous Documents&nbsp;as part of your application.&nbsp;&nbsp; If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications.&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EXtYMXeGlbVPjAoxHwfnCuIB6KNWFCXe3i6bJI6MRBQZ-Q?e=dGt2M1" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Form</a>&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Ecz7hL-hyYFGvVpdkZ55ozkBS_giEjpigg97yi5KrF2SVw?e=vKePlG" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Example</a> About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Thurrock Council

SEND EHCP Co-ordinator

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



Support Services Officer (Housing)
Grade 8 - £27,254 - £31,022 per annum
Full Time - 37 hours per week
Indefinite Contract&nbsp;
Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? Do you want to help people find and sustain a home where they can thrive? Join our dedicated Support Services team and play a vital role in preventing homelessness and providing transformative support.
As a Support Services Officer, you will work directly with people facing the most barriers to securing and keeping their home. Your caseload will be managed carefully allowing you to give your best to those you are supporting.
The immediate focus of the role is to deliver a Housing First model of support, helping someone recently housed after long-term rough sleeping, providing practical and compassionate assistance to maintain their tenancy, engage with additional services and the wider community. In the longer term, caseloads may vary to include supporting someone at risk of eviction, helping them manage their finances, liaising with landlords, and seeking alternative accommodation to prevent homelessness.
You will need knowledge and understanding of the causes of homelessness and the support needs of the individuals.&nbsp;
For more information and a Job Specification &amp; Person Specification please see the attached document.&nbsp;
Closing date: 21st December 2025. Interviews 8th January 2026.

Support Services Officer (Housing)

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Are you up for a challenge? We are looking for an enthusiastic, IT literate, motivated individual to work as a Housing Scheme Officer within our Housing Scheme &amp; Finance team.
This is an exciting opportunity, working in a specialist intensive housing management team which is responsible for delivering a comprehensive customer centred enhanced housing management support service through its day to day management of Dartford Borough Council’s sheltered properties for older people. Please note that this is a remote worker role, based in and around Dartford’s sheltered housing schemes, and so efficient use of your time is essential to successfully achieve the many and varied tasks you will be responsible for throughout the day.
Previous experience in a similar role is desirable, as is an in-depth understanding of safeguarding issues, but full training will be provided to the successful applicant.&nbsp; Other key duties include signposting tenants to support services and helping tenants to maintain their independence.&nbsp; Managing low level anti-social behaviour from a variety of sources (not just the occupants of the building) is also an essential part of this role, as well as undertaking property management inspections and assisting with rent arrears recovery. You must be a good communicator who is able to plan and deliver your own agreed work programme, whilst working with and supporting your team colleagues.
You must be able to evidence the following skills and experience:
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<li>Self-motivation;</li>
<li>Excellent communication, both written and orally;</li>
<li>Health &amp; safety management within a communal living setting;</li>
<li>An understanding of Data Protection (GDPR) in a confidential working environment;</li>
<li>Confidence, enthusiasm, empathy and a flexible approach;</li>
<li>IT literacy, including Microsoft and Housing Management systems;</li>
<li> Participation in the out of hours Emergency Standby Call Out Duty Rota (mandatory) and requires a 20 minute response time.</li>
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A full driving licence and access to your own car is required for this post.
Please note that this role is based on site and home working/hybrid working does not apply.
Previous applicants need not apply.
This post is considered by DBC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements.
“The Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer”.
Interviews to take place in week commencing 5th January 2026.&nbsp;

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Housing Scheme Officer

What will you be doing?We offer a competitive basic salary between £52,716 and £60,246 dependent on your experience (plus £3,000 per annum retention scheme &amp; £2000 car allowance). There is therefore the potential to earn up to £65,246 per year. In addition, there is a £4,000 Golden Hello (subject to eligibility) &amp; up to £8,000 relocation package (subject to eligibility) and excellent LA pension scheme.We also offer a staff benefits package, excellent career development and training that comes from working for an authority as large as Kent County Council.Do you have the leadership skills, safeguarding knowledge and a proven track record of delivering excellent outcomes for children and young people that we are looking for?Role ResponsibilityAn exciting personal opportunity has arisen for a Team Manager in Dover. You will be joining a management team that is committed to providing high quality social work services to children, young people and their families, working closely with our multi agency partners.As Team Manager, you will be leading a team of up to 6 Social Workers and a Social Work Assistant supported by a Business Support team. You will play a key role within the management team, providing a high standard of social work to our children, young people, and their families. You will be able to evidence extensive knowledge of child protection, and legal processes, including Public Law Outline and pre-proceedings.You will be required to provide a high-quality level of supervision, evidencing management oversight for the children open to your team, be competent in quality assuring the work of your team along with creating and maintaining good team atmosphere and morale, and therefore you should have some experience of supervising staff. You will be responsible for chairing strategy discussions, permanency planning meetings and other professional meetings to continue towards key decision making for children in need of our service and protection. You will need to lead, manage and motivate a team to embed a positive performance culture. Above all, you’ll be focused on helping children and families to change their lives for the better.About you You will need to be Social Work England registered with a Social Work degree (Dip SW or equivalent social work degree). You should have extensive post qualification experience, including experience of supervising staff and in depth knowledge of legislation, policy and practice relating to Children as well as have a good understanding of social work theories and how they are applied to the Kent Practice Framework. You will have either management experience or specialist and extensive knowledge of this particular service user group. This experience should include; children’s safeguarding processes, working with children in care including LAC procedures, extensive experience in care proceedings &amp; adoption, supervision, budget management, and joint working with partners in the statutory, private and voluntary sectors. You should be confident in your ability to lead and develop a team. You will have the expertise needed to contribute to practice and policy development. You will need to demonstrate excellent managerial skills and be able to support and challenge professionals effectively. About usWe want the best for the children of Kent, and this can only be delivered as a team effort with everyone playing their part. So, we are creating a culture that fosters excellence and collaboration – a place where social workers are empowered to be creative and share ideas and advice. With Ofsted rating our services as “Outstanding,” Kent County Council’s Children’s Social Work Services teams are working together, stronger than ever, to deliver strengthened services and improved outcomes.Kent is a large and diverse county, offering a broad range of challenges and opportunities to support children and young people from a variety of backgrounds and circumstances. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring service and registration as a qualified Social Worker with Social Work England.This role is subject to holding a Full UK Driving Licence – The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the jobholder to drive your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability.This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.About youFor more information about the role or for an informal discussion, please contact:Sorina Mirt on 03000 415232 or by email <a href="mailto:Sorina.mirt@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">Sorina.mirt@kent.gov.uk</a> About usWork that works for you and us - let's talk flexibility!KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply. 





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Team Manager - Sevenoaks North, Tonbridge & Malling Children’s Social Work Team

What will you be doing?Kent County Council’s Commercial and Procurement Division, which has achieved the Chartered Institute of Procurement &amp; Supply’s Accreditation for Excellence, is driven by its mission to ensure the Council is delivering ‘best value’ for residents across £1.2b of contracted spend. By ‘best value’, we mean much more than value for money and delivering savings; we are committed to delivering wider social, environmental, and economic benefits to Kent communities, and supporting the Kent economy.We are looking for an ambitious and motivated professional to join our Division as a Senior Commercial and Procurement Officer in the People category, which covers Adult Social Care, Children's and Young Persons, Integrated Health including Public Health and Families, Communities and Education services. The People category accounts for over £850m spend under management. Commercial and procurement staff within the team work to support commissioning colleagues operating in a dynamic, challenging market, where no two days are the same.As a Senior Commercial and Procurement Officer, you will be responsible for providing professional commercial and procurement expertise, advice and guidance, using a risk-based approach, to assist stakeholders to plan, develop, source, and manage procurement arrangements, to effectively meet organisational and business objectives. The focus of the role will be to support the procuring and subsequent letting of all category contracts to ensure compliance with the Procurement Act 2023, the Healthcare Service (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 and the Council’s Spending the Councils Money policy.To join us, you will have achieved CIPS level 5, or be able to demonstrate a commitment to work towards this level, and have previous commercial or procurement experience either in the private or public sector. You will have an excellent work ethic, be organised, and be able to manage multiple projects. You will be able to demonstrate strong procurement knowledge to support clients in delivering their commercial pipeline. You will have excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively and build relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers. You will have the ability to research, analyse and interpret data/information to support the development of procurement plans and category strategies. In this role, each day will offer a chance to build on your experience and skills which will help shape the future of Kent.Kent County Council is a fully inclusive employer, and we take our values and behaviours very seriously; we are looking for employees who are equally passionate about the right values and behaviours.The Person Specification in the Job Description will be used for the purpose of shortlisting applicants. If you intend to apply for any of these positions, please refer to the criteria in the Person Specification and demonstrate how you meet these requirements from your work experience, including any voluntary work or internship, as well as through any formal or informal training undertaken.This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council, therefore, has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.About youFor more information on this role, please contact Paul Stephen either by phone on 03000 417573 or email at <a href="mailto:paul.stephen@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">paul.stephen@kent.gov.uk</a> About usWork that works for you and us - let's talk flexibility!KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply. 





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Senior Commercial and Procurement Officer

What will you be doing?Are you highly organised, detail-focused, and innovative? We are seeking a Business Support Lead to join our Central Monitoring and Compliance Team, supporting critical functions that ensure compliance and drive improvement across Integrated Children’s Services.About the RoleThis is a pivotal role providing leadership and operational oversight for a team delivering 3 key areas of work:of work:Subject Access Requests (SARs):<ul><li>You will manage processes that ensure timely and accurate responses to SARs in line with statutory requirements and ICO standards. </li><li>Maintain robust tracking systems for SARs and escalate issues where necessary. </li><li>Liaise with practitioners and managers to gather required information and resolve queries.</li></ul>Centralised Administrative Support: <ul><li>Manage distribution of vitamins under the NHS Healthy Start scheme across the county.</li><li>Liaise with Public Health teams for ordering and budget alignment.</li><li>Manage requirements such as licensing, asset registers, and service newsletters.</li><li>Support Family Hubs by verifying volunteers and maintaining compliance records.</li></ul>Process Improvement &amp; Automation:<ul><li>You will coordinate and deliver project-based tasks that support service improvement, data analysis, and compliance initiatives. This may involve developing workflows, tracking progress, and reporting outcomes to senior leaders.</li><li>Deliver digital transformation projects to streamline workflows.</li><li>Support innovation and bespoke training for new initiatives.</li></ul>As the Business Support Lead, you will:<ul><li>Directly supervise a team of Business Support Officers and Assistants.</li><li>Act as a central point of contact for compliance queries and project coordination.</li><li>Ensure accurate record-keeping and data integrity across all activities.</li><li>Liaise confidently with internal teams and external stakeholders.</li><li>Support the development of systems and processes that enhance efficiency and compliance.</li><li>Oversee the administration of financial systems relating to expenditure and income e.g. I-procurement management for processing orders and invoices, monitoring expenditure, purchase card transactions, in accordance with financial regulations and directorate procedures.</li><li>To continuously review team and system processes and identify opportunities for improvement, scoping options for change and implementing change in process.</li></ul>What We’re Looking For<ul><li>Proven experience in line management or demonstrable transferrable skills.</li><li>Excellent organisational and communication skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.</li><li>A sound understanding of data protection legislation and compliance framework are desirable.</li><li>Knowledge of project management principles is preferred but not mandatory.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel and Power BI.</li><li>Experience using MS Power Automate, or a willingness to learn the application.</li><li>Experience working with Adobe software.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and confidence in handling sensitive information.</li><li>Ability to work flexibly and travel when required.</li><li>Experience of financial processes would be beneficial for a successful candidate </li></ul>Our Offer<ul><li>28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing after 5 years’ service).</li><li>Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.</li><li>Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.</li><li>Access to Kent Rewards, offering discounts and benefits.</li><li>Ongoing training and development, including technology updates.</li><li>Regular supervision and support from your line manager.</li></ul>This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.Ready to lead and make an impact? Apply now and help us deliver excellence in compliance and service improvement.About youIf you would like an informal conversation about this role, please contact:Harrison Seal, Senior Business Support Lead, Countywide Services<a href="mailto:harrison.seal@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">harrison.seal@kent.gov.uk</a> About usWork that works for you and us - let's talk flexibility!KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply. 





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Business Support Lead

What will you be doing?Are you an organised and proactive leader with a passion for supporting vital services? We are looking for a Business Support Lead to join our Children’s Safeguarding, Professional Standards and Quality Assurance Unit, providing high-quality support that makes a real difference.The SPSQA Service plays a vital role in ensuring that children and young people in Kent receive safe, high-quality care and support. Its core purpose is to drive best practice, uphold professional standards, and provide a robust quality assurance framework across the Children, Young People and Education directorate.The service:<ul><li>Safeguards children and young people by promoting welfare and protecting them from harm, ensuring compliance with national statutory requirements.</li><li>Oversees quality assurance activities, including audits, performance reviews, and thematic analysis, to identify strengths and areas for improvement.</li><li>Leads on policy, guidance, and practice development, fostering a learning culture that values equality, diversity, and dignity.</li><li>Coordinates specialist functions such as Child Protection, Independent Reviewing Officers (IRO), and Practice Improvement Teams.</li><li>Supports inspection readiness and continuous improvement, ensuring services remain responsive, effective, and aligned with the Families First model.</li></ul>Through collaboration with practitioners, managers, and multi-agency partners, the SPSQA Service ensures that safeguarding practice is consistent, transparent, and focused on achieving the best outcomes for children and families.<h4>About the Role</h4>As a Business Support Lead, you will:<ul><li>Team Leadership: Directly supervises a team of 10 Business Support Officers, ensuring tasks are allocated effectively and performance is monitored.</li><li>Operational Coordination: Manages day-to-day administrative functions, including scheduling, minute-taking for critical meetings, and maintaining accurate records.</li><li>Data and Compliance: Oversees data handling processes, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations and supporting audit and quality assurance activities.</li><li>Communication Hub: Serves as a central point of contact for internal teams and external partners, facilitating clear and timely communication.</li><li>Systems and Processes: Maintains and develops administrative systems, supports the use of Microsoft Office and bespoke databases, and ensures staff are trained and competent.</li><li>Support for Leadership: Provides direct assistance to practitioners, team managers and the service manager, helping with workload management and operational priorities.</li></ul>This is a varied and rewarding role that requires excellent organisational and communication skills, a calm and methodical approach, and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.<h4>What We’re Looking For</h4><ul><li>Proven experience in line management and a strong administrative background.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and a sound understanding of data protection guidelines.</li><li>Confident in minute taking and proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Power BI. </li><li>Willingness to learn and use bespoke databases.</li><li>The ability to work flexibly, travel when required, and maintain a positive, professional manner under pressure is essential. </li><li>This is a hybrid role, with opportunity to work remotely, and an expectation to attend KCC offices to support practitioners where required. </li></ul><h4>Our Offer</h4><ul><li>27 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing after 5 years’ service).</li><li>Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.</li><li>Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.</li><li>Access to Kent Rewards, offering discounts and benefits.</li><li>Ongoing training and development, including technology updates.</li><li>Regular supervision and support from your line manager.</li></ul>This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.Ready to make a positive impact? Apply now and help us deliver exceptional support to a service that safeguards children and upholds professional standards. This application may close early should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply. About youIf you would like an informal conversation about this role, please contact: Harrison Seal, Senior Business Support Lead for Countywide Services<a href="mailto:harrison.seal@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">harrison.seal@kent.gov.uk</a>About usWork that works for you and us - let's talk flexibility!KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply. 





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We are currently recruiting Social Workers to join our Children's Social Work Team. We are proud to be ‘Good’ in Medway and are determined to build on the great work that has been done so far to improve the services for our children, young people and families.Recent promotions, following our investment in new Assistant Team Managers across the service, mean we are now looking for passionate social workers who can commit to making a difference to our children in Medway.Children matter in Medway, and so do you. It’s an exciting time to join us as we offer competitive pay and conditions and hybrid working. We are committed to helping you to grow and develop throughout your career and reach your full potential. Our practice development offer along with management capacity across our teams, ensures you will be guided, supported and cared for.Whether you have recently completed your ASYE or have worked in children’s social work for some years we would love you to join us on our ongoing journey. You will be joining an experienced and dedicated social work team who have relationship and strengths-based work with children and families at the core of their practice.Experienced Social Workers (with 2+ years post qualifying experience) will be offered a package of up to £51,329 per annum (inclusive of market premia + £3,000 per annum retention payment).Social Workers with less than 2 years’ service will be offered a package of up to £46,956 per annum (inclusive of market premia + £2,000 per annum retention payment).Join us and #Make a Difference…<h4>Our Offer</h4><ul><li>We are proud to offer a range of benefits including –</li><li>A generous annual leave entitlement up to 30 days plus bank holidays</li><li>An excellent local government pension scheme</li><li>An essential car user allowance with option to apply for a lease car after six months.</li><li>Free car parking</li><li>Hybrid working - enabling you to work from home/office (minimum of 2 days per week will be required in the office). Assessment Teams are office based for duty weeks.</li><li>Relocation package of up to £8,000</li><li>A range of staff benefits and discounts including access to fantastic discounts and savings on shops and services, travel discounts, health and wellbeing support, and an employee assistance service.</li><li>Access to professional development and support including Community Care Inform.</li><li>Hybrid working style</li></ul><h4>About You</h4><ul><li>You will hold a recognised Social Work qualification eg. Degree in Social Work, PGC in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW or equivalent and be registered with Social Work England.</li><li>You will have successfully completed your ASYE.</li><li>You will have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li><li>For further information on the qualifications, skills and experience required, please refer to the Job Profile and Person Specification.</li><li>Additional Information</li><li>For an informal discussion, please don't hesitate to contact one of the recruiting managers below. Alternatively, please email the recruitment team on <a href="mailto:cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk</a>. </li><li>Suzanne Mehmet, Head of Service (Children's Social Work Teams) - 01634 334470</li><li>Sharon Ward, Service Manager (Children's Social Work Teams) - 01634 331214</li><li>Susan Akinyele, Service Manager (Children's Social Work Teams) - 01634 333704</li><li>To apply please click on the ‘Apply Online’ button at the top of this advert.</li><li>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</li><li>This position is subject to an Enhanced Children’s DBS Check.</li><li>For more information on our roles within Children’s Services please visit <a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/childrenservicesjobs" target="_blank">https://www.medway.gov.uk/childrenservicesjobs</a></li></ul>Please consider the application guidance when submitting your application.Please note that all recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in hard copy format, please contact the Children's Services Recruitment Team on 01634 332211 or email <a href="mailto:cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk</a> If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.<h4>Important Information</h4> Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<h4>Our organisation</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Social Worker - Childrens Social Work Team

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Civil Enforcement Officer
Salary: £25,583 to £33,699 per annum depending on experience.
Location: Hastings, East Sussex
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full Time/Weekends
Hours: 37 hours per week. on a shift basis (shifts vary but may include weekends).
Are you looking for a new role in an ambitious and progressive council? We have an exciting opportunity available to join our friendly Civil Enforcement team here at Hastings Borough Council.
As a Civil Enforcement Officer, your role will be to provide an essential and valued service at the core of our public protection and community safety work. You will be fully supported in this role and will undertake patrols across the town, including in our off-street car parks. During these patrols, you will play a significant role in reducing enviro-crime and anti-social behaviour and helping to ensure our town remains a beautiful place to visit and enjoy. This work will be carried out in close partnership with other agencies, including the Police, other council departments and the local community.
The ideal candidate will be someone with experience working with the public. Having some form of enforcement experience would be an advantage, but full training will be offered to the right person.
You will be working with a team and organisation that has achieved Community Safety Accreditation through Sussex Police and you will be required to work towards this status.
What we are looking for is someone with a passion to make a difference and help deliver the council’s vision to create a better Hastings; a strong community, where our residents can enjoy an excellent quality of life in an attractive environment. With world-class coast, countryside, a thriving artist quarter, and a variety of unique boutiques and shops, not to mention 1,000 years of history. Alongside low house prices, good schools, beautiful parks, and an outstanding community spirit, it’s clear to see why Hastings is a popular place to live and visit and makes a career move to Hastings a very positive investment into your future.
Full details of the essential requirements for this post can be found in the job description. Appointment on the salary scale is dependent on previous experience. A full clean driving license is required for this role.

Civil Enforcement Officer

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Application Information
Informal visits before application are warmly welcomed.
Information about the school is attached, and completed application forms should be emailed to <a href="mailto:HR@hsf.medway.sch.uk" target="_blank">HR@hsf.medway.sch.uk</a>



Anticipated Start Date: January/February 2026
The pupils and families at Hempstead Junior School deserve the best support we can give them.
The Governors at Hempstead Schools Federation are seeking to appoint a well-organised, pro-active and sensitive individual to the post of Family Liaison Officer, who will work closely with pupils and families and help ensure that pupils achieve to the very best of their ability, in a happy, safe and supportive environment.
Hempstead Schools Federation comprises Hempstead Junior and Infant Schools and is a larger than average school situated in Gillingham, Kent. We provide a friendly learning community which seeks to provide an inclusive education for all our pupils. Both schools are currently judged ‘Good’ by Ofsted and are working towards building on this success.
The Family Liaison Officer will work closely with school and external agency professionals to provide appropriate actions for children experiencing external pressures, helping them to gain full access to their education and maximise their learning potential. &nbsp;
Interviews will be held on Tuesday or Wednesday 16th or 17th December 2025
Equal Opportunities
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and achieving equal opportunities and combatting discrimination. Any offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of suitable references and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Family Liaison Officer/ DDSL – Hempstead Schools Federation

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About the role
We are seeking an Application Analyst to strengthen our ICT service and help deliver data‑driven improvements across the Council. You will lead on advanced data analysis and dashboard development (e.g., KPIs and insight reporting), support and enhance business‑critical applications, and ensure robust integrations between third‑party solutions and existing workflows. The role balances application support with business analysis, automation, and continuous service optimisation.
You will collaborate with stakeholders to define system goals and requirements, contribute to user acceptance testing, maintain high availability for core applications, and act as a positive ambassador for change across the Council
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<li>Extract, interpret, and visualise organisational data to identify trends and actionable insights; build dashboards and reports.</li>
<li>Partner with business liaisons and technical teams to define requirements, create specifications, and model processes (e.g., UML, ER diagrams).</li>
<li>Support integrations and automation to improve deployment and support cycle times; assist with performance tuning of logic and queries.</li>
<li>Maintain high availability/resilience of core applications; record and resolve support calls to target service levels.</li>
<li>Lead and participate in UAT for systems, reports, and dashboards; establish and uphold standards, processes, and procedures.</li>
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What we’re looking for (Essential)
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<li>Proven experience supporting and maintaining business‑critical applications; strong grasp of application lifecycle and change management.</li>
<li>Hands‑on SQL skills for data extraction, performance optimisation, and reporting; familiarity with data validation and quality assurance.</li>
<li>Data analytics and dashboard creation (e.g., Power BI, SSRS).</li>
<li>Technical proficiency across: PHP (Symfony), C# .NET, Blazor; SOAP &amp; REST APIs; JSON and XML; HTML5, CSS, JavaScript.</li>
<li>Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions; excellent written and verbal communication with technical and non‑technical stakeholders.</li>
<li>Highly organised, proactive, and collaborative, with strong analytical capability.</li>
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Desirable
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<li>Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Analytics (or related discipline); ITIL Foundation certification.</li>
<li>Experience with system integrations/APIs, Agile methodologies, scripting (e.g., PowerShell), cloud/SaaS, and local government environments.</li>
<li>Awareness of data governance and GDPR.</li>
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Why join us
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<li>Opportunity to shape data‑driven decision‑making and modernise application services across the Council.</li>
<li>Supportive ICT function with clear standards, processes, and professional development focus.</li>
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Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

Application Analyst

What will you be doing?We are seeking a support worker to join our team at Hedgerows residential service in Staplehurst.Hedgerows offers short break stays for up to four people giving them and their caregiver a break.It’s a really rewarding role and due to the service offering short breaks you get to know lots of different people who come at stay at Hedgerows, every stay is different.The role requires shift work, which includes morning, evening, weekends, and nights.The yearly salary is between £26,393 to £27,713 pro rota, and with enhancements for waking nights and bank holidays, an allowance of £40.76 for sleep in duties and the potential to work overtime for enhanced money, it does increase the basic salary. Just adding a sleep-in duty once a week to your basic salary could give you an extra £2k a year.We have other financial benefits to offer for example, Kent Rewards (including Childcare Vouchers, Cycle 2 Work and high street shops discounts), 10% discount at Adult Education and a great annual leave entitlement of 27 day pro rota plus bank holidays.This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.About youFor further information on this role email at <a href="mailto:hedgerows.adultsshortbreaks@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">hedgerows.adultsshortbreaks@kent.gov.uk</a> or call 03000 422633About usWork that works for you and us - let's talk flexibility!KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply. 





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Support Worker

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic person to join our Trading Standards team. This post will build upon our established work, protecting consumers and legitimate businesses across Medway.You will have excellent communication skills and the ability to deal confidently with a range of stakeholders and situations You will have a track record of successful investigations with the ability to prioritise your workload, assess complex situations and meet both corporate and statutory deadlines. The successful applicant will take the lead role for a discreet area of Trading Standards law and will be required to represent the authority at a regional and national level.You will be equally comfortable working alone and as part of a team of officers to achieve the goals of the service.To be considered for this position you must hold a professional qualification in Trading Standards (DTS, DCA, DCATS or similar) and have recent experience in the role.Medway Council has a career grade for Trading Standards Officers and your starting salary will be dependant on qualifications, experience and competences.This position allows for the successful candidate to work from home for part of the week, subject to operational needs, with the main office base being Deangate Ridge, Hoo. You must hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle, that is insured for business use, for which the appropriate allowance will be paid.If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager please call David Cross on 01634 333175Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. The salary you will be offered will be at level A. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C. When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached. The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview. Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A. Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. Regulatory Services are seeking a Senior Trading Standards Officer to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs. Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileFor further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Trading Standards Officer / Senior Trading Standards Officer

What will you be doing?The Nest offers residential breaks for children in Kent from the age of 12 to 18 years old, who have learning disabilities and/or Autism, and will have some additional support needs. These may include health related needs, mental health, behaviours of concern, and help with everyday tasks. We always support children to have fun with their friends and peers, to learn skills, make choices, and to be supported in a safe and nurturing environment, so that they, and their families, can have a break.We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, be able to work as part of a busy team providing a high standard of care for the children and young people that we support, work with own initiative as well as with guidance. Working at a fast pace, always ensuring the child/ young person’s needs are kept paramount.To succeed in this role, we are looking for someone who has:<ul><li>To follow care plans whilst keeping them updated</li><li>Willing to work shift work as part of a rota.</li><li>To be able to create factual reports.</li><li>To be willing to undertake training and put theory to practice.</li><li>Proactive approach to own learning.</li><li>To communicate in an open honest manner</li><li>To organise and deliver new opportunities of recreational and social experiences for children and young people.</li><li> Awareness of the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015</li><li>To have or willing to complete the Diploma level 3/4 in Children and Young People</li><li>Awareness of the Mental Capacity Act 2005</li></ul>In return we can offer you:<ul><li>A detailed induction and training programme, with an ongoing plan for development</li><li>28 days annual leave + bank holiday entitlement</li><li>Generous contributory pension scheme</li></ul>This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.About youFor further information about this role, please contact:Alice Scott 01233 621803 - <a href="mailto:alice.scott@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">alice.scott@kent.gov.uk</a>About usWork that works for you and us - let's talk flexibility!KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply. 





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Children's Residential Worker

What will you be doing?Do you have a passion for partnership working? Would you like to help transform the capability of local authorities to respond effectively and consistently to incidents and emergencies?What do reservoir failures, Covid-19, high rise building fires, and national power outages have in common? Well, all of them require Local Resilience Forum partners to work together to prepare for, respond to, and support communities to recover from these and many other incidents – and you could play a significant role in making this happen.KCC’s Resilience &amp; Emergency Planning Service, in partnership with Kent Police, Kent Fire &amp; Rescue Service, and the other Category 1 responding agencies in the Kent &amp; Medway Resilience Forum (KMRF) resource and support the Kent Resilience Team. This multi-agency team support KMRF partners to deliver work that makes Kent &amp; Medway more resilient.We are looking for someone with proven experience of working in a public sector / emergency planning environment in order to swiftly begin to drive this exciting and challenging work. As one of the managers in the KRT, you will lead one of the four main workstreams (risk, plans &amp; capabilities, training &amp; exercising, lessons identified / learned). This will require you to have leadership capabilities to deliver work in partnership with the wider resilience forum.You will be confident navigating complex and high-risk statutory, legislative and governance frameworks. You will be used to working closely with senior colleagues across multiple services, understanding how decisions in one area impact others, and shaping work so it aligns with the statutory duties of KCC and wider partners. The KRT (KCC) Manager will lead and coordinate workstreams that operate across the whole resilience forum. You will provide clear direction and ensure that work progresses in a timely manner. A strong understanding of emergency planning legislation, relevant qualifications, and / or extensive experience in the resilience sector is essential. Experience working in a political environment is important. You will prepare, write and shape formal reports, presentations and papers for a variety of audiences, including KMRF governance boards, working groups, training courses, and exercises. You may also need to present to internal meetings of individual partners. Conversations will often be challenging, and there is a need to build consensus from an initial position of competing requirements. Given the countywide nature of the role, travel to sites across Kent will be required, engaging directly with communities, stakeholders, and partners to ensure that planning is grounded in operational reality and local context of the needs of partners and communities.You will also be comfortable with taking the lead at operational and tactical levels of incident response as part of the KCC Duty Emergency Planning Officer and KRT On Call Officer cohorts. You will be able to take appropriate, timely multi-agency decisions based on the information available to you at the time, to effectively prioritise tasks, and to confidently respond on behalf of KCC.We are seeking someone who is able to drive change in complex areas, bring clarity and structure to ambiguous situations, and build strong relationships across the organisation to support a whole-Council approach to strategic delivery while taking a hands-on approach to tackling legal and repetitional risks. You will have day-to-day line management and supervisory responsibilities for KRT / KCC staff. Whilst you and the rest of Kent Resilience Team will be based at Kent Fire &amp; Rescue HQ in Tovil, Maidstone, you will be able to take advantage of a hybrid working policy (both home and office working, according to business needs). There is a requirement to be in the office twice a week.You will also be closely linked to the wider KCC Resilience &amp; Emergency Planning Service based at the County Emergency Centre on the County Hall campus in Maidstone. This gives you access to colleagues with specialist knowledge of the local authority landscape.ApplicationAs part of your application, you will need to outline all your relevant experience in the ‘Reason for Applying’ section of your online application form. We will use this section as part of the shortlisting process, so make sure you have evidenced how you meet the various requirements in the job description and person specification.If you are shortlisted, we will ask you to deliver a presentation at your interview – we will confirm the subject of the presentation ahead of your interview date. Main duties and responsibilities:<ol><li>Participate effectively in KCC Infrastructure division Extended Leadership Team and other leadership forums, including providing specialist guidance and advice to internal services and influencing decision making and building customer relationships across KCC.</li></ol><ol><li>Co-lead with the KRT partners the development and delivery of the KMRF Business Plan, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations, and guidance ensuring changes in legislation and regulations are interpreted and implemented </li></ol><ol><li>Represent the KRT at local, regional, and national multi-agency / stakeholder meetings, leading / chairing working groups, providing KRF opinions and tactical advice to influence the cross-directorate and multi-agency decision making on behalf of KCC.</li></ol><ol><li>Lead and develop the provision of specialist, clear, consistent professional advice and guidance regarding KMRF workstreams, by interpreting policy / procedures and applying best practice to solve complex resilience queries for a wide range of customers across all KMRF partner organisations.</li></ol><ol><li>Lead, develop and build strong customer relationships with multi-agency groups and partners, influencing decision makers through the understanding of how resilience issues may impact their organisation.</li></ol><ol><li>Manage and lead workstreams, projects, and initiatives within the Kent Resilience Team to meet multi-agency organisational aims and objectives ensuring the commissioning of expertise of other functions within the multi-agency organisations.</li></ol><ol><li>Manage and ensure oversight of project portfolios from concept to handover, which will include the setting of project plans, finance, procurement, communicating progress to the Head of the Kent Resilience Team, KMRF governance boards, and the KCC Head of Resilience and Emergency Planning to ensure the mitigation of risks to the population of Kent &amp; Medway.</li></ol><ol><li>Lead and manage a team of professionally qualified staff, and those working towards qualification, developing and motivating them through day-to-day support and supervision.</li></ol><ol><li>Facilitate multi-agency debriefs to identify and learn lessons from responses, training, and exercises, to improve ways of working in the future.</li></ol><ol><li>Contribute to monitoring of budgets for the KRT as part of the KRT Management Team, ensuring that cost retrieval and other financial targets are achieved, and resources are used appropriately with consistent appraisal methods for expenditure. </li></ol><ol><li>Stimulate an environment for innovation, with opportunities to plan new interventions that will drive innovation, proactively embracing new ways of working. Continuously review current ways of working to identify improvements.</li></ol><ol><li>Participate in the KMRF’s and KCC’s response to incidents / emergencies, including contributing to command and control meetings, coordinating resources, and liaising with colleagues in KCC and wider KRF partner organisations (both in hours and out-of-hours), when required. </li><li>Support the development and delivery of multi-agency command training to KCC and wider KMRF partner agencies.</li></ol> This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification. About youIf you have any questions about this role, please contact Andy Jeffery (<a href="mailto:andy.jeffery@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">andy.jeffery@kent.gov.uk</a>), Head of Resilience &amp; Emergency Planning, who will line manage this role.About usWork that works for you and us - let's talk flexibility!KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply. 





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Resilience and Emergency Planning Manager

What will you be doing? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Business Support Officer within Integrated Children’s Services, Swale Children’s Social Work Team. The post is part time (32.5 hours per week , Monday - Friday), based at Swale Local Office in Sittingbourne. If you would like to be part of a busy team helping to support the children and families of Kent, then this could be the position for you. Business Support Officers play a vital role in supporting front line teams and practitioners across the Children’s Social Work Team. The Business Support Service provides professional administrative support across Integrated Children's Services, and we aim to;<ul><li>Deliver an integrated and highly effective business support service.</li><li>Ensure children, young people and families are at the heart of everything we do.</li><li>Work together, share knowledge and support each other.</li><li>Innovate and improve.</li><li>Promote continuous personal and professional development.</li></ul>You will have good proficiency in use of ICT systems (MS Applications, Databases etc) and be confident dealing with a variety of multi-disciplinary professionals whilst working to deadlines in a highly demanding environment. A full list of responsibilities is outlined within the job description, however we are more focused on your drive, potential and aptitude for learning and provide comprehensive induction and training for the right candidate.Working within a confidential environment you will have the ability to take a high standard of meeting minutes. You will have strong administrative and IT skills and the ability to collate and manage data. You will use your initiative to prioritise your workload to meet deadlines in a highly demanding environment. You will need to have the confidence and ability to deal with a variety of multi-disciplinary professionals on a range of matters and the ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information. You should enjoy working as part of an effective team but also work independently to a high standard whilst working remotely.A starting salary of £25,252 pro rata per annum with annual performance related pay increases<ul><li>Option to enrol in the Local Government Pension scheme with employer matched contributions</li><li>28 days paid annual leave per year (pro rata) (rising to 30 after 5 years service) + bank holidays + a concessionary day</li><li>A range of flexible leave options to help you manage your work/life balance such as Carers leave, Maternity leave, Personal Leave, Timeout/career break, Study leave, Religious observance</li><li>Flexible working – work from home option available however there is mandatory office attendance 2-3 days per week. We’ll provide you with the kit needed to work remotely.</li><li>Staff discounts on a range of leisure products and services through our Kent Rewards programme. </li></ul>About your application - Please read:Within the ‘Reason for Application’ section of your application, please demonstrate how you meet the criteria within the person specification attached to the Job Description.This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.About youFor further information, please contact:Caitlyn Fourie - <a href="mailto:caitlyn.fourie@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">caitlyn.fourie@kent.gov.uk</a>About usWork that works for you and us - let's talk flexibility!KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply. 





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Business Support Officer

What will you be doing?KSK Senior Commissioner - Maternity Cover until March 2027 An exciting opportunity has arisen for someone to take on the role of a Senior Commissioner within KCC’s Integrated Commissioning team to cover maternity leave until March 2027. This is a full-time post. (Secondments will be considered for KCC staff with manager’s prior approval to be released).The successful candidate will become an integral part of the Integrated Commissioning management team, overseeing fast-paced commissioning activity across a wide variety of portfolios that support the Council’s ambitious Public Health agenda. The focus of this role is expected to include substance misuse, health and wellbeing and healthy lifestyles, with the final portfolio subject to the successful candidate’s experience. We are a friendly, supportive team, who are passionate about reducing health inequalities and improving the opportunities and outcomes for the residents of Kent. We commission a large range of services across the life course and strive to deliver continuous improvements in delivery for our communities.You will be responsible for managing and growing a team of Commissioners to ensure the development and implementation of commissioning activities through delivery of efficient processes including innovation and service development, procurement, commercial and contract management to support KCC’s Strategic Outcomes. You will be working in close partnership with our internal and external partners including those in Public Health, Adult and Children’s Social Care, NHS England, providers, other key stakeholders and co-commissioners. We are looking for someone who can demonstrate great communication skills and extensive commissioning experience, alongside a track-record of collaboration, financial acumen, project management know-how and strong prioritisation ability.This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service. This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.Interviews will take place during w/c 12 January and are expected to be in person. The interview may include additional testing. Candidates selected for interview will be required to undertake psychometric testing. We will not be reviewing CVs as part of the process so please include all relevant skills and experience in the ‘reason for application’ part of the application form. We reserve the right to close the advert early due to the high volume of applications.About youFor further information on the role, please email <a href="mailto:integratedteam@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">integratedteam@kent.gov.uk</a> and member of the team will respond accordingly.About usWork that works for you and us - let's talk flexibility!KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply. 





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Senior Commissioner

What will you be doing?Family Hubs are part of Kent County Council’s offer to support to children and young people, aged 11-19 (SEND 25) and their families.Our local Family Hubs offer a broad and integrated range of early help services for families, which include midwifery, health visiting, parenting support and activities for children and young people.We have 56 Family Hubs across Kent, where we operate alongside our partners to support local communities.An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the newly formed Family Hub team in Gravesham District. The successful candidate will operate as a Family Hub Practitioner within the Family Hub team in an agile fashion at a variety of outreach settings (including home visiting) within a district providing 1:1 and group support to children, young people and their families. The role will work closely with integrated children’s services team and with a range of multi-agency partners including schools, police, district council and community organisations to provide support for vulnerable children, young people and their families. The post will facilitate and support peer groups and be knowledgeable to support and encourage children young people and their families to take advantage of the Family Hub Digital and Virtual offer and other routes of advice and guidance. They will be able to provide expert guidance to families about baby and child development to enable parents to support their child as they grow and achieve in health and education outcomes. You will be expected to work flexibly across the 0-19.(25 SEN)The role requires you to operate a whole family approach in your practice and work around the times of the family. As such, this post will be expected to work flexibly including, on occasions, at evening and weekends, and will be co-ordinated by management as required. This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Interviews week commencing 19th January 2026About youFor more information on this role, please contact: Amanda Turner Family Hub District Manager for Gravesham <a href="mailto:amanda.turner@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">amanda.turner@kent.gov.uk</a>, 03000 411720About usWork that works for you and us - let's talk flexibility!KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply. 





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