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Do you believe every child and young person deserves access to high quality music education, no matter their background or ability?If yes, we have the perfect opportunity for you!We are seeking an enthusiastic and inspiring Subject Co-ordinator to join us and help deliver high quality music education to children and young people across Southwark.About the role:This role sits at the heart of our commitment to the National Plan for Music Education, ensuring music remains accessible, engaging and inclusive for all learners.Working closely with the Curriculum Manager, you will support the management and delivery of the Southwark Music Curriculum Partnership Programme, overseeing tutors and schools to ensure consistent, high-quality provision.A key focus of the role will be managing and developing music education for Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and SEND provision, acting as the primary point of contact for tutors and schools in these areas.Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Supporting the Curriculum Manager in delivering the Curriculum Partnership Programme, including tutor recruitment, training and management.</li><li>Building and strengthening relationships with Lead Schools and organising CPD sessions for staff.</li><li>Managing the organisation of EYFS and SEND music provision, including delivering training, leading projects and events and facilitating peer/nurture groups.</li><li>Overseeing the Southwark Sings initiative and maintaining the sensory resource base.</li><li>Keeping up to date with the latest developments in music education and contributing to the design of new initiatives and resources.</li></ul>This is a rewarding opportunity to shape the musical experiences of young people across Southwark and to play a key role in our community.About you:You will be passionate about the power of music to inspire, include and transform the lives of young people. With strong communication and organisational skills, you will be confident working with a wide range of stakeholders, from schools and tutors to children and their families.Ideally, you’ll bring experience in music education, particularly with EYFS and SEND provision and a commitment to delivering inclusive and creative learning opportunities.You’ll also be proactive, flexible and collaborative and able to manage projects while inspiring others to achieve excellence.We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering a diverse, positive and inclusive working environment. Come and join us!Additional information:<ul><li>This is a 7-month fixed-term, part-time position (3 days per week,term time only).</li><li>An enhanced DBS check is required.</li><li>Salary: £41,580 - £47,628 (Pro rata for part time staff)</li><li>Learn more about Southwark Music: <a href="https://www.southwarkmusicservice.org.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.southwarkmusicservice.org.uk/</a></li></ul>Contact information:For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Gordon Maguire via email at <a href="mailto:gordon.maguire@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">gordon.maguire@southwark.gov.uk</a>Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/</a>Recruitment timeline:<ul><li>Advert close date: 11:59pm on Sunday 28th September 2025</li><li>Shortlisting date/s: Thursday 2nd October 2025</li><li>Interview date/s: From Thursday 9th October 2025</li></ul>The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together initiative</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>About Southwark: We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises, and we have a young, diverse and growing population.At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.#LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2610107&amp;ptId=107720" target="_blank">Subject Co-ordinator – Job Description &amp; Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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Southwark Council

Subject Co-ordinator (Maternity Cover)

Lead with Purpose. Inspire Innovation. Make a Difference.2025 is a year of change and opportunity! Southwark Council is seeking a visionary leader to become our next Head of Service for SEND, joining Children and Adults Services at a key moment of transformation. This is your chance to shape inclusive, impactful services that put children and young people at the heart of everything we do.About the Role:As Head of Service for SEND, you will drive strategic development across Southwark’s Special Educational Needs and Disabilities service. You will:<ul><li>Support the Assistant Director SEND in delivering service improvements and strategic initiatives.</li><li>Lead and manage casework, assessment and administration teams.</li><li>Oversee tribunals, complaints and Members Enquiries relating to SEND.</li><li>Take operational responsibility for the day-to-day management of the SEND Team.</li><li>Lead partnerships with schools, colleges, parents and health partners to develop inclusive provision and practice.</li></ul>This is a brilliant opportunity to influence services at a borough-wide level, embedding innovation and excellence while creating a supportive environment for children and young people.About You:We are looking for a professional who:<ul><li>Has significant experience in SEND service management or senior leadership within children’s services.</li><li>Thrives in a collaborative, partnership-focused environment.</li><li>Can lead operational teams effectively while contributing to strategic planning.</li><li>Is passionate about improving outcomes for children and families and driving inclusive practice.</li><li>Has resilience and initiative. </li></ul>This role is ideal for an experienced Head of Service or for Deputy Managers and Team Leaders ready to step into senior leadership. You will bring vision, resilience and the ability to inspire and empower your teams.For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification located at the bottom of the advert.Why Southwark?Southwark’s Children’s and Adults Services consistently earn Ofsted “Good” ratings in all areas. We invest in our staff and residents, supporting professional development, innovation and partnership working. Join a vibrant, diverse and inclusive borough where your work makes a positive difference.Benefits:In recognition of your hard work and dedication, Southwark Council offers:<ul><li>Competitive salary of up to £84,075 per annum with a JNC benefits package.</li><li>Family friendly policies, flexible and home working options.</li><li>Local government pension scheme.</li><li>Professional development, training and career progression opportunities.</li><li>A friendly, motivated, supportive and collaborative team.</li></ul>For more benefits, see: <a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Southwark Jobs – Why Us</a>Additional Information:<ul><li>Working Hours: 36 hours per week, Monday - Friday</li><li>Contract Type: Permanent</li><li>Location: 160 Tooley Street, London SE1 2QH</li><li>DBS level: Enhanced DBS required</li></ul>Contact Information:For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Anna Chiva via email at <a href="mailto:Anna.Chiva@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Anna.Chiva@southwark.gov.uk</a>Recruitment Timeline:<ul><li>Advert close date: 11:59pm on Sunday 5th October 2025</li><li>Shortlisting date/s: Wednesday 8th October 2025</li><li>Interview date/s: Wednesday 22nd October 2025</li></ul>The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together initiative</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>About Southwark: We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises, and we have a young, diverse and growing population.At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.#LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2611184&amp;ptId=107719" target="_blank">Job Description &amp; Person Specification - Head of Service SEND</a></li></ul>





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Head of Service (SEND)

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse, and growing population.At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.<h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4>You’ll be a visible, friendly presence outside primary schools, helping children, parents, carers, and other pedestrians cross safely at authorised locations during busy drop-off and pick-up times, whatever the weather. You’ll follow RoSPA and Southwark Council procedures to stop traffic safely, give clear instructions, and keep an eye on site conditions, reporting any incidents or defective street furniture promptly. You’ll use the provided PPE correctly, conduct dynamic risk assessments, and work closely with the School and the School Crossing Patrol Manager to keep everyone safe.Training (including safeguarding and conflict management) is provided. Hours: 10 per week during term time, typically 1 hour in the morning and 1 hour in the afternoon (windows usually between 07:45–09:30 and 14:45–16:30). Job share considered where practical.Salary: £7,171 per annum, pro-rata pay for 10 hours/week over 45.06 weeks on a £29,808 salary based on a 36-hour full-time week.<h4>What We're Looking For</h4><ul><li>Calm, reliable people who enjoy helping others and can communicate clearly with both children and adults. </li><li>A good understanding of road safety and a strong focus on safeguarding children and vulnerable people (training provided). </li><li>Able to work independently, stay patient under pressure, and operate outdoors in all weather while standing for the shift and carrying the crossing sign. </li></ul>Experience dealing with the public is helpful, but full training and uniform are provided<h4>Additional Information</h4><ul><li>Schedule: Monday–Friday during term time; typically 1 hour a.m. and 1 hour p.m. (between approx. 07:45–09:30 and 14:45–16:30).</li><li>Contract: Permanent, term-time only. Job share considered.</li><li>Pay: £7,171 per annum, pro-rata for 10 hours/week over 45.06 weeks based on a £29,808 FTE (36-hour week). Paid in twelve equal monthly instalments.</li><li>Holiday: Pro-rata, leave to be taken outside term time.</li><li>Training &amp; Equipment: Full training (including safeguarding/conflict management) and uniform/PPE provided.</li><li>Safeguarding &amp; Checks: This is a safeguarding role requiring an Enhanced DBS and five years of references. </li><li>Location: You may be required to work at any site across the borough as service needs demand.</li><li>Standards: Operate in line with Southwark Council and RoSPA guidelines and procedures.</li></ul>For a confidential discussion, email Emmerson Boyce at <a href="mailto:emmerson.boyce@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">emmerson.boyce@southwark.gov.uk</a> .Advert Closing Date: Open until the role is filled Interview Date: two weeks after application acceptanceGuaranteed Interview SchemeAs part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:- Members of the Armed Forces and veterans- Are currently in care, or have previously been in care- If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health conditionWe’re an organisation that is passionate about our people and understand that the richness of diversity is essential to providing the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council wide commitment to tackle racial inequality via the Southwark Stand Together programme.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2613652&amp;ptId=107740" target="_blank">Click here to view the Job description and Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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School Crossing Patrol Officer

Job Description Salary: £33,531 - £38,052 per annum Grade D Fixed Term Contract / Internal Secondment - 24 months 37 Hours per Week&nbsp; &nbsp; The Role: <ul> <li>Design, produce, and maintain regular and ad-hoc MI reports and dashboards using Power BI.</li> <li>Provide data-driven insights to support strategic decision-making across the organisation.</li> <li>Work collaboratively with HR and business leaders to understand reporting requirements and deliver meaningful analysis.</li> </ul> Data Management <ul> <li>Process input of new starters and contractual changes accurately and efficiently.</li> <li>Undertake data cleansing activities to ensure the integrity, accuracy, and consistency of employee data.</li> <li>Monitor data quality and implement improvements where required.</li> <li>Produce management information reports using Power BI.</li> </ul> System Support (Oracle Fusion) <ul> <li>Support the development and enhancement of Oracle Fusion HR modules, including testing and feedback on system upgrades.</li> <li>Act as a point of contact for user queries, providing advice and guidance on system functionality.</li> <li>Contribute to process improvements to streamline systems and data workflows.</li> </ul> Compliance &amp; FOI Requests <ul> <li>Coordinate and respond to Freedom of Information (FOI) requests relevant to the People function.</li> <li>Ensure responses are accurate, timely, and compliant with statutory obligations.</li> <li>Maintain records of FOI requests and support the People Team with compliance monitoring.</li> </ul> Key Skills, Experience, Knowledge: The successful candidate will need to have the following: <ul> <li>Proficient IT skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, Oracle, Power BI.</li> <li>A good understanding of how HCM systems are managed.</li> <li>Proven ability and experience of using statistical methods to describe or make inferences about data</li> <li>Ability to communicate insights and results of data analyses by producing meaningful written reports, dashboards.</li> <li>Ability to work with broad datasets, navigating data quality issues along the way.</li> <li>High level of attention to detail and data accuracy coupled with strong organising and planning skills.&nbsp;</li> </ul> If you are applying on a visa, please ensure it is valid for the full two year duration of the role. We are not able to offer visa sponsorship at this time, proof of this will be requested if you are invited to an interview. &nbsp; For informal enquiries about the post please contact Joanne Mistry on <a href="mailto:JoMistry@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">JoMistry@thurrock.gov.uk</a> &nbsp; Advert Closing Date <ul> <li>Redeployment only: 18th September 2025</li> <li>Internal &amp; External:&nbsp;30th September 2025</li> </ul> Interview Date:&nbsp;To Be Confirmed &nbsp; To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EXsrHZqmVTRElXtm45lDRbwB8nbEoixQo5-A5AOJyeqW5A?e=dF1qAF" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> &nbsp;“If you encounter an error message when opening the Job Profile link please refresh the error page”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

Data and Insights Officer

Job Description ob Title:&nbsp;Employment Lawyer Salary:&nbsp;£53,460&nbsp;– £61,638&nbsp;per annum Grade:&nbsp;G&nbsp; Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Working Hours:&nbsp;37 hours per week About the department&nbsp; Thurrock Council is seeking an Employment Lawyer to join its Legal Services team to provide expert legal advice and representation on employment matters for the Council. This includes managing a varied caseload, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations, and supporting governance processes to protect the Council’s interests. This is an exciting opportunity with growth in abundance at Thurrock it is the perfect time to develop and progress in this vibrant and dynamic team. About the Role&nbsp; We are looking for someone with a passion for employment law, a proactive mindset, and a desire to grow professionally in a supportive and experienced environment. We welcome applications from candidates with experience in Employment Law matters who can demonstrate confidence in their specialism and shows excellent legal aptitude. We are looking for a candidate with the requisite skills to build strong relationships and trust with all key stakeholders to provide support to the Council with minimum supervision. As an Employment Lawyer at Thurrock Council, you will&nbsp;be responsible for:&nbsp; <ol> <li>Legal Advice and Case Management. Provide legal advice and support on a wide range of issues varying in complexity but not limited to:</li> </ol> <ul> <li>Providing legal advice to internal clients and stakeholders in relation to all aspects of employment law.</li> <li>Taking instructions and responding to employment claims.</li> <li>Drafting legal responses.</li> <li>Conducting case management/ preliminary hearings.</li> <li>Instructing and liaising with counsel in relation to any tribunal proceedings where external legal counsel may be required.</li> <li>Drafting settlement agreements.</li> <li>Advising panel members in relation to disciplinary hearings as well as drafting outcome decisions&nbsp;</li> <li>Case management and advice of any legal challenges around the SEND process and TUPE process.</li> <li>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, case law, and best practice.</li> </ul> 2. Advocacy and Representation. You will be expected to: <ul> <li>Provide advice to councillors, stakeholders and senior officers and to liaise with external bodies and legal advisers</li> <li>To attend decision making meetings including Committee Meetings remotely or in person if required.</li> <li>Undertake advocacy at the Employment Tribunal if necessary.</li> </ul> 3. Contribute to the innovative improvement of the Legal Services Team including streamlining and case management workflow systems. 4. Support junior members of the team including the Legal Apprentice in legal practice and procedure contributing towards their professional development. 5. Contribute to governance processes, ensuring legal compliance and sound decision-making. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, case law, and best practice. To carry out research and provide legal advice to Client Departments on all related legal transactions. 6. Engage with senior officers and Members to offer high-quality legal services, with a focus on social justice. Collaborate closely with directorates to ensure efficient delivery of Council priorities. Become a trusted advisor, advocate and problem solver as you contribute to Thurrock’s vision of client focused and innovative service delivery. 7. Personally manage a caseload and be able to work unsupervised. To prepare,&nbsp;negotiate, draft, agree and process legal documents. To record all key actions and ensure data is regularly updated. To collate and send or check supporting legal and financial documents. To seek to always protect the Councils’ interests, while taking precautions against potential fraud and money laundering. To review and update as appropriate all templates and procedures. 8. To notify and advise on any instructions or events that would result in a breach by the Council or an individual of any legislation, common law, standing order or rule or propriety or would constitute a course of action amounting to maladministration. 9. To attend and participate in meetings with Officers of the Council and to provide legal advice when required. 10. To be willing and able to work in a flexible and agile way with regards to both hours and location of work, including remote and home working, as required, subject to service needs and requirements. Two days minimum attendance in the office What&nbsp;We’re&nbsp;Looking For&nbsp; We’re&nbsp;looking for someone who has:&nbsp; Essential: <ul> <li>Excellent demonstrable knowledge of the ability to lead on complex and high-profile local government employment cases when which may include conducting preliminary hearings, conducting Tribunal proceedings and instructing Counsel for trials, drafting settlement agreements, advising panel members in relation to disciplinary hearings as well as drafting outcome decisions and advising on TUPE and other employment related matters as becomes necessary.</li> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to explain complex legal issues clearly and confidently.</li> <li>Ability to work collaboratively and build partnerships with experienced clients and colleagues. High emotional intelligence (EQ), with the ability to build positive working relationships and navigate sensitive issues professionally.</li> <li>You will be an effective leader acting as an ambassador for legal services across the council, sharing good practice and encouraging innovation amongst colleagues, to include training/mentoring junior members of the team. &nbsp;Attend and advise in Committee Meetings.</li> <li>Excellent organisational skills able to manage a complex and varied workload with a flexible and innovative approach to work, ensuring that deadlines and court/tribunal directed deadlines are adhered to.</li> <li>Proactive and self-motivated, with a growth mindset and a willingness to learn. Ability to work on own initiative and with minimal supervision, to undertake research and be able to make accurate, considered judgements and decisions.</li> <li>Ability to relate the Council’s key policy objectives to the provision of the legal service Ability to assist on the implementation of best value, quality initiatives and improvements to client care.</li> <li>Excellent demonstrable knowledge of the ability to lead on complex and high-profile local government employment cases when which may include conducting preliminary hearings, conducting Tribunal proceedings and instructing Counsel for trials, drafting settlement agreements, advising panel members in relation to disciplinary hearings as well as drafting outcome decisions and advising on TUPE and other employment related matters as becomes necessary.</li> <li>Experience of working towards achieving/monitoring quality initiatives.</li> <li>Qualified Solicitor/Barrister or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives.</li> <li>Advocacy skills.</li> <li>Good general level of understanding of IT systems, especially case management/time recording packages.</li> <li>Excellent numeracy and literacy skills.</li> <li>Understanding of Local Government structures and legal frameworks.</li> <li>Understanding of Law Society practice management standards.</li> <li>To behave in accordance with our values.</li> <li>Commitment to the principles of agile working including the ability to work flexibly with regards to both hours of work and location of work including remote and home working as required with 2 days in the office.</li> <li>Understanding of and commitment to principles of equality and diversity and compliance with Thurrock Council policies</li> </ul> Desirable: <ul> <li>To be responsible for the delivery of the annual work plans, regularly monitor, identify potential non-delivery and provide practical solutions for performance issues.</li> <li>Experience in a performance management culture and innovation in workflow systems.</li> </ul> Essential qualifications:&nbsp;Qualified Solicitor/Barrister or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives&nbsp; DBS Check:&nbsp;Standard 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> Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date (Redeployment Only):&nbsp;22nd September 2025 Closing Date (Internal &amp; External):&nbsp;5th October 2025 Interview Date: 9th October 2025&nbsp; Additional Information&nbsp; If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:&nbsp; Godwin Mangse - Principal Lawyer, Litigation Team <a>(godwin.mangse@thurrock.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;) To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EXD1dK-ku3tBqPtl-uJ4lssBGaaVgf21NQJqNdl7BuQTjQ?e=a0Ll9F" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</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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Employment Lawyer

Job Description Job Title:&nbsp;Litigation Lawyer&nbsp; Salary:&nbsp;£53,460&nbsp;– £61,638&nbsp;per annum Grade:&nbsp;G&nbsp; Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent&nbsp; Working Hours:&nbsp;37 hours per week About the department&nbsp; This is an exciting opportunity with growth in abundance at Thurrock it is the perfect time to develop and progress in this vibrant and dynamic team. We are looking for someone with a passion for prosecution law, a proactive mindset, and a desire to grow professionally in a supportive and experienced environment. We welcome applications from candidates at all stages of their legal career provided they demonstrate strong legal aptitude, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to public service. About the Role&nbsp; As a&nbsp;Litigation Lawyer, you will&nbsp;be responsible for:&nbsp; <ol> <li>Legal Advice and Case Management. Provide legal advice and support on a wide range of issues varying in complexity but not limited to:</li> </ol> <ul> <li>Provide legal advice on prosecutions under:</li> <li>Education Act 1996</li> <li>Environmental Protection Act 1990; littering, fly tipping, and statutory nuisance</li> <li>Consumer Rights Act 2015 (Trading Standards)</li> <li>Licencing Act 2003</li> <li>Planning Law</li> <li>Food safety and underage sales offences</li> <li>Fraud Act, Social Housing Fraud</li> <li>Disabled blue badge prosecutions</li> <li>Other local authority prosecutions</li> <li>Advice on litigation, including</li> <li>Debt Recovery (e.g. Adult Social Care fees under the Care Act 2014)</li> <li>Judicial Review proceedings</li> <li>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, case law, and best practice.</li> </ul> 2. Advocacy and Representation. You will be expected to: <ul> <li>Provide legal advice on prosecutions under:</li> <li>Education Act 1996;&nbsp;</li> <li>Environmental Protection Act 1990; littering, fly tipping and statutory nuisance</li> <li>Consumer Rights Act 2015 (Trading Standards)</li> <li>Licensing Act 2003</li> <li>Planning law</li> <li>Food safety and underage sales offences</li> <li>Fraud Act, Social Housing Fraud</li> <li>Disabled blue badge prosecutions</li> <li>Other local authority prosecutions</li> <li>Advise on civil litigation, including:</li> <li>Debt recovery (e.g., Adult Social Care fees under the Care Act 2014)</li> <li>Judicial Review proceedings</li> <li>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, case law, and best practice.</li> <li>Provide advice to councillors, stakeholders and senior officers and to liaise with external bodies and legal advisers</li> <li>To attend decision making meetings including Committee Meetings remotely or in person if required.</li> <li>Undertake advocacy on contentious planning and highway matters, draft documents and review Cabinet and Planning Committee Reports.</li> <li>Contribute to the improvement of the Legal Services Team</li> <li>Support junior members of the team, including the Legal Apprentice, in Legal practice and procedure contributing towards their professional development.</li> </ul> 3. Contribute to governance processes, ensuring legal compliance and sound decision-making. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, case law, and best practice. To carry out research and provide legal advice to Client Departments on all related legal transactions. 4. Engage with senior officers and Members to offer high-quality legal services, with a focus on social justice. Collaborate closely with directorates to ensure efficient delivery of Council priorities. Become a trusted advisor, advocate and problem solver as you contribute to Thurrock’s vision of client focused and innovative service delivery. 5. Personally manage a caseload and be able to work unsupervised. To prepare,&nbsp;negotiate, draft, agree and process legal documents. To record all key actions and ensure data is regularly updated. To collate and send or check supporting legal and financial documents. To seek to always protect the Council's interests, while taking precautions against potential fraud and money laundering. To review and update as appropriate all templates and procedures. 6. To notify and advise on any instructions or events that would result in a breach by the Council or an individual of any legislation, common law, standing order or rule or propriety or would constitute a course of action amounting to maladministration. 7. To attend and participate in meetings with Officers of the Council and to provide legal advice when required. 8. To be willing and able to work in a flexible and agile way with regards to both hours and location of work, including remote and home working, as required, subject to service needs and requirements. Two days minimum attendance in the office What&nbsp;We’re&nbsp;Looking For&nbsp; We’re&nbsp;looking for someone who has:&nbsp; Essential: <ul> <li>Excellent demonstrable knowledge of the ability to lead on complex and high-profile local government prosecutions cases when which may include Health and Safety at work, Trading Standards, Environmental Protection Act, Fraud Act and more.</li> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to explain complex legal issues clearly and confidently. &nbsp;Ability to work collaboratively and build partnerships with experienced clients and colleagues. High emotional intelligence (EQ), with the ability to build positive working relationships and navigate sensitive issues professionally.</li> <li>Excellent organisational skills able to manage a complex and varied workload with a flexible and innovative approach to work, ensuring that deadlines and court directed deadlines are adhered to.</li> <li>You will be an effective leader acting as an ambassador for legal services across the council, sharing good practice and encouraging innovation amongst colleagues, to include training/mentoring junior members of the team. &nbsp;Attend and advise in Committee Meetings.</li> <li>Proactive and self-motivated, with a growth mindset and a willingness to learn. Ability to work on own initiative and with minimal supervision, to undertake research and be able to make accurate, considered judgements and decisions.</li> <li>Ability to assist on the implementation of best value, quality initiatives and improvements to client care.</li> <li>Ability to relate the Council’s key policy objectives to the provision of the legal service.</li> <li>Qualified Solicitor/Barrister or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives</li> <li>Advocacy skills.</li> <li>Good general level of understanding of IT systems, especially case management/time recording packages.</li> <li>Excellent numeracy and literacy skills.</li> <li>Understanding of Local Government structures and legal frameworks.</li> <li>Understanding of Law Society practice management standards</li> <li>Experience as a paralegal within a legal services team in a Local Authority or law firm</li> <li>Experience of working towards achieving/monitoring quality initiatives</li> <li>Experience in a performance management culture</li> <li>To behave in accordance with our values</li> <li>Commitment to the principles of agile working including the ability to work flexibly with regards to both hours of work and location of work including remote and home working as required with 2 days in the office</li> <li>Understanding of and commitment to principles of equality and diversity and compliance with Thurrock Council policies</li> </ul> Essential qualifications:&nbsp;Qualified Solicitor/Barrister or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives&nbsp; DBS Check:&nbsp;Standard 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> Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date (Redeployment Only):&nbsp;22nd September 2025 Closing Date (Internal &amp; External):&nbsp;5th October 2025&nbsp; Interview Date: 16th October 2025&nbsp; Additional Information&nbsp; If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:&nbsp; Godwin Mangse - Principal Lawyer, Litigation Team <a>(godwin.mangse@thurrock.gov.uk</a>) To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EVRBYoGYYvpKg2vCe5n0SpwB5mKfA8sJffaWPGmjwRqOpw?e=GAb74s" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</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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Please note that we do not accept CVs. We only accept online applications. Our applications can take up to 2hrs to complete&nbsp;but we have prepared some guidelines to help you with the application as it’s such an important part of the process.
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To apply use the "Apply Online" button below, which will take you to our Applicant Tracking System ('ATS') where, once you have applied, you can log on to your online account at any time to view the status of any of your applications. By using ATS, you can track the progress of your application(s), receive communications by email, select your own interview time online and see whether you have been made a conditional offer.



Countryside Estates Officer
Ref:&nbsp; CS220
Salary:&nbsp; Scale SO2 SCP32 £42,059 –&nbsp; SCP34 £44,063 
36 Hours per week
Permanent
Our green spaces, commons and cemeteries are highly treasured by our residents. This is your chance to take guardianship of these much-loved facilities that are such an important part of Elmbridge life. 
And what a team! You will be working with a determined and committed group, passionate about protecting and enhancing the green spaces, cemeteries and commons in Elmbridge. They know the value of these spaces to our residents, especially our most vulnerable residents.
Leading the Countryside Rangers you will work with the Countryside Officer to manage Elmbridge`s diverse and extensive countryside estate. The estate covers 625 hectares of land and you will help with all aspects of countryside management including heathland, woodlands and wetland.
A skilled conservation manager with enthusiasm for nature conservation. 
An enthusiastic individual is sought for an immediate start. Must demonstrate interest in nature conservation and possess a current driving licence.
You will be able to demonstrate that you can,
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<li>Implement the annual review of the Countryside Strategy, instigate and assist in its review, including woodland management, nature conservation and public consultation.</li>
<li>Ensure staff are trained in all works expected to be undertaken including training on Health and Safety Regulations.</li>
<li>Undertake and monitor tree works in the absence of the Arboriculture and Countryside Officer. Have an overview of the Arboricultural Service to enable informed answers to customers enquiries.</li>
<li>Procurement of countryside management works- for example forestry contracts and an annual ditch maintenance contract</li>
<li>Liaison with local conservation groups and recording of ecological surveys on Council owned land.</li>
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When you thrive, Elmbridge thrives
Elmbridge prides itself on being a learning organisation. You will have the opportunity for both professional and personal development through our talent programme and we will work with you to create a bespoke learning and development programme as appropriate to your role.
The wellbeing of our employees is vitally important to us; whether it’s mindfulness, healthy walks or mental health first aid, there are a wide range of opportunities available to you; after all, when you thrive, Elmbridge thrives.
Our careers website (<a href="https://careers.elmbridge.gov.uk/" target="_blank">https://careers.elmbridge.gov.uk/</a>)&nbsp; will give you lots of information on Elmbridge and you should also view our <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/elmbridge-borough-council" target="_blank">LinkedIn page</a> to see examples of our energy, creativity and commitment to our customers.
If you would like to discuss this position informally and confidentially, please call Hamish White, Countryside Officer on 01372 474579 or Emma Campbell , Greenspaces Manager on 01372 474264
Closing Date: 23rd October 2025
Interview Date: 6th November 2025

Elmbridge Borough Council

Countryside Estates Officer

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Electoral Services Officer SO2: Starting salary £42,912 pa rising in annual increments to £44,235 per annum incl LW 12- month Fixed Term Contract or Secondment Opportunity Hybrid working About the Borough: Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community. With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment. About the Role: Do you want to develop your knowledge, experience and skills in a dynamic and people-focussed London electoral services team? Lambeth is looking for a well organised and experienced individual to support strategic and operational electoral registration activities, the conduct of elections and delivery of our ongoing service improvement programme.&nbsp; You’ll need excellent analytical, operational and problem-solving skills to meet a range of daily challenges, including year-round electoral registration, the conduct of elections and referenda and continuous service improvement. You’ll have a proven track record in electoral registration and elections or suitable transferrable skills and experience.&nbsp; &nbsp; Additionally, you must be able to work flexibly, particularly at election times when significant evening and weekend working is required. About you: You’ll be a thorough and proactive individual with excellent communication and organisational skills, along with a good eye for detail.&nbsp;You must be able to demonstrate:&nbsp; <ul> <li>The ability to deliver high quality work within strict deadlines.</li> <li>An ability to work well as part of a dynamic and professional team.</li> <li>Ability to use information technology and data to achieve excellent results.</li> <li>Knowledge/understanding of best practice and quality assurance in service delivery and customer care.</li> <li>Ability to work under pressure and meet changing requirements at peak times.</li> </ul> About us Lambeth is a large, diverse and socially engaged inner London authority with over 230,000 registered electors.&nbsp; It includes vibrant districts such as Brixton, Clapham, Streatham and the South Bank. Key service goals for 2025/26 include:&nbsp; <ul> <li> Completion of annual electoral canvass and statutory postal votes renewal exercise. </li> <li> Preparation for full council elections in May 2026. </li> <li> Rollout of new, cloud-based, elections management software (EMS). </li> <li> Maintaining readiness for elections and referenda at short notice. </li> <li> Completion of our integrated electoral data project. </li> <li> Building on outreach and engagement successes to encourage greater democratic participation. </li> </ul> As a member of our team you’ll have an opportunity to develop your career in an energetic setting with daily opportunities to learn and grow.&nbsp; We look forward to hearing from you! This is a politically restricted post. For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below: Job Description and Person Specification Contact Information: If you would like to know more about this role, please contact Lambeth’s Electoral Services Manager, Chris John, on 020 7926 2307 or email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cjohn@lambeth.gov.uk" target="_blank">cjohn@lambeth.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion. How to Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, click on the apply button and complete an online application. In your supporting statement, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an 'A' at shortlist stage. We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement. Recruitment Timelines: Closing date for applications: @23:59 on Friday 26 September 2025. Interview will be held week commencing 6 October 2025. Benefits: We believe in rewarding our staff. When you join us, you'll gain access to a range of benefits, including: ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Participation in our 5 Staff Networks: Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnic, LGBTQ+, Disability, Young Professionals, and Women's. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days, increasing to up to 35 days depending on length of service. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Hybrid Working. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Employee Assistance Programme. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Occupational Sick Pay based on length of service. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Discounts at local restaurants. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Discount at our Active Lambeth Gyms. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Learning and Development opportunities, including Apprenticeships. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Cycle to Work Scheme. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Secure Bike Storage facilities at our Town Hall and Civic Centre. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Trade Union Membership. At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please&nbsp;click&nbsp;here

Lambeth Council

Electoral Services Officer

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About us:- HES Catering Services&nbsp;are the Local Authority provider of school meals for the London Borough of Havering, working in partnership with local schools and academies to provide award winning meals and services.&nbsp; We are extremely proud in supplying a wide range of high quality catering services to the majority of schools within the borough. We also have partnerships with other schools outside of Havering and offer bespoke solutions and assistance to individual schools and businesses which have their own In- House catering teams HES Catering on-going success is very straightforward – We have amazing Colleagues throughout all of our sites bursting with experience who carefully prepare ‘Healthy, Fresh, Vibrant &amp; Tasty’ meals with the highest quality produce for our wonderful Clients. We serve over 15,000 meals per day in our schools. About the job:- Kitchen Assistant at St Patrick’s The role has entry step Grade 1/2:- &nbsp; <ul>
<li>6707.87 pro rata</li> <li>10 Hours per week, term time only, Plus 4 cleaning days during the School Holidays.</li> </ul> To undertake the preparation, simple cooking and the serving of food and beverages in accordance with the Council’s contractual arrangements. To support the kitchen supervisor in all aspects of the food service and to assume responsibility of the food service in the supervisor’s absence&nbsp; About you:- <ul>
<li>The post holder reports to:&nbsp; Cook Supervisor or Higher Graded Operative</li> <li>The post holder has no direct staffing responsibilities&nbsp;</li> <li>The post holder will be required to work:&nbsp; As defined on Staffing Profile</li> <li>Hours of work:-10&nbsp; hours per week&nbsp;</li> </ul> Please view Job Profile&nbsp;here&nbsp; For any further information and/or an informal discussion about the role, please contact &nbsp;Amanda Warren&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Amanda.warren@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">Amanda.warren@havering.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;on Denise Clark <a href="mailto:denise.clark@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">denise.clark@havering.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; The closing date for this vacancy is&nbsp;Wednesday 24^th September 2025 Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering. The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

London Borough of Havering

Kitchen Assistant St Patrick's school Kitchen

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Grade 6- &nbsp;£39276- £42771pro rata (Part- Time Post -21 Hours) About Us: The Hostels and HMO Team for London Borough of Havering Currently Consists of 3 Hostels, a Mother and Baby Unit and HMO properties in the Havering Area At the London Borough of Havering’s Hostels &nbsp;Service, we pride ourselves on being an innovative team with a commitment to the needs of homeless adults, children and young people in the borough. With a firm focus on achieving positive outcomes and reducing risk of harm at all times, we work closely with families to support positive changes where necessary. This is a unique and rewarding position where you can see first-hand improvements and changes with residents and assist them in making positive changes. &nbsp;In this role you will play a key part in the delivery of a highly effective growing service About the Job&nbsp; We are recruiting for a skilled and enthusiastic support worker to provide support to families living in Homeless Accommodation in the London Borough of Havering.&nbsp; We are looking for applicants that can demonstrate knowledge and experience of working with both Adults and Children and have a good understanding of safeguarding. The Hostels Service adopt a Psychologically Informed Approach when working with our residents and would welcome applications from candidates with an understanding of this model.&nbsp; Ideally applicants would have some knowledge of Housing and Homelessness matters including rent collection and the management of Anti-Social Behaviours Applicants should be able to provide a high quality service to Hostel and HMO residents who are housed in temporary accommodation with, at times, complex needs. You will support people to sustain their quality of life, develop support plans and engage various support agencies. You will provide advice for safeguarding, health and well-being on a wide range of issues including housing, welfare rights, personal finance, hoarding, tenancy management, mediation, life skills and the promotion of personal independence.&nbsp; Act as the principle point of contact for casework within Hostels and residents to co-ordinate solutions for drug and alcohol, domestic violence, and mental health issues. Ensure the environment and conditions that residents experience is high quality and well maintained. Lead on safeguarding and vulnerabilities to ensure smooth transition into suitable accommodation.&nbsp; Where relevant take action in line with license agreements, manage nuisance and anti-social behaviour. Key Aims and Objectives of the Job include: <ul>
<li>Able to deliver holistic support to residents</li> <li>Manage Changing Needs of residents and Hostel Service</li> <li>Provide a High Level of Communication</li> <li>Able to advocate for residents</li> <li>Maintain a variable and busy schedule</li> <li>Able to work closely with partnerships and stakeholders</li> <li>Deliver excellent customer service</li> <li>Successfully work in a multi-agency setting</li> <li>Work closely as a Team with all colleagues</li> <li>Candidates will need to evidence experience and knowledge of working with Adults and Children&nbsp;</li> <li>It is imperative that you will have a good understanding of Safe-guarding&nbsp;</li> </ul> Applicants must be able to work on-site between Monday-Friday 9am to 5pm. Hybrid Working is not offered. Applicants must be prepared to travel to sites within the London Borough of Havering, therefore a car driver would be desirable. Please view Job Profile here For an informal discussion about the post, please contact <a href="mailto:Joy.Parsons@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">Joy.Parsons@havering.gov.uk</a> The closing date for the receipt of applications is 21/9/25 however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. You will be notified if your application has been successful. &nbsp;Interview date to be confirmed.&nbsp; Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770 Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering. The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

Hostel & HMO Officer (Part Time)

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Grade 3 - £29436- £31158 pro rata &nbsp;(inc LW allowance) 1 x Part Time (15 Hours PW) Hostel Based – Hostel Receptionist/Concierge &nbsp; About Us The Hostels and HMO Team for London Borough of Havering Currently Consists of 3 Hostels, a Mother and Baby Unit&nbsp; At the London Borough of Havering’s Hostels and HMO Services, we pride ourselves on being an innovative team with a commitment to the needs of homeless adults, children and young people in the borough. With a firm focus on achieving positive outcomes and reducing risk of harm at all times, we work closely with families to support positive changes where necessary. We are recruiting for an experienced and enthusiastic receptionist/administrator to be the first point of contact and help the Hostels Team to provide support to families living in Homeless Accommodation in the London Borough of Havering.&nbsp; We are looking for applicants that can demonstrate knowledge and experience of working with both Adults and Children and who have worked in a front facing role. The Hostels Service provide a Trauma informed Approach when working with our residents and would welcome applications from candidates with empathy and good listening skills.&nbsp; The role of Hostels Receptionist is busy and fast paced.&nbsp; The successful applicant should have experience of working re-actively and with a diverse client group. To provide &nbsp;a high quality service to Hostel and HMO residents who are housed in temporary accommodation with at times complex needs. Able to manage a diary of appointments for Hostel Officers Manage Changing Needs of residents and Hostel Service Provide a High Level of Communication Maintain a variable and busy schedule Able to work closely with partnerships and stakeholders Deliver excellent customer service Successfully work in a multi-agency setting Work closely as a Team with all colleagues&nbsp; Carry out Administrative tasks Maintain Excel Workbooks Maintaining facilities, keeping Hostels presentable Updating records, post and booking appointments Ordering of Office Consumables, cleaning products and hostel furniture items &nbsp;You will need a good level of written and spoken communication skills for letter writing, face to face contact, and emails, to be demonstrated through work experience, GCSE or NVQ levels.&nbsp; Good level of numeracy to be confident with calculations.&nbsp;In this role you will play a key part in the delivery of a highly effective growing service About You Candidates will need to evidence experience and knowledge of working with the public&nbsp; Applicants must be able to work on-site between Monday-Friday 9am to 5pm. Hybrid Working is not offered. Applicants must be prepared to travel to sites within the London Borough of Havering, therefore a car driver would be desirable. Please viewJob Profile&nbsp;here For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Joy Parsons or Nina Willis on 01708433163 or 01708434503 The closing date for the receipt of applications is 21/09/25, however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early.&nbsp; You will be notified if your application has been successful. Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770 Additional Information&nbsp; We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering. The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

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Woking Borough Council values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Please apply online via the link provided.
About the Role
Woking Borough Council are seeking an experienced and proactive&nbsp;Facilities Manager&nbsp;to lead our facilities team in delivering high-quality hard and soft services across our estate. This is a key leadership role within the Property Services Team with responsibility for ensuring operational excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement in all aspects of facilities management.
Key Responsibilities
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<li>Lead and manage a multi-disciplinary facilities team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and service excellence.</li>
<li>Oversee the delivery of&nbsp;hard services&nbsp;(e.g., M&amp;E, building fabric, compliance) and&nbsp;soft services&nbsp;(e.g., cleaning, security, waste management, CCTV monitoring).</li>
<li>Manage and optimise&nbsp;energy usage, driving sustainability initiatives and identifying cost-saving opportunities.</li>
<li>Ensure the effective operation and maintenance of&nbsp;CCTV and security systems.</li>
<li>Develop and manage budgets, contracts, and service level agreements with external suppliers and contractors.</li>
<li>Monitor performance against KPIs and ensure compliance with health &amp; safety, statutory, and environmental regulations.</li>
</ul>
About You
<ul>
<li>Proven experience in facilities management, in a team leadership role.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of both hard and soft FM services.</li>
<li>Experience in&nbsp;energy management&nbsp;and sustainability practices.</li>
<li>Familiarity with&nbsp;CCTV systems, access control, and security protocols.</li>
<li>Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills.</li>
<li>Relevant qualifications (e.g, IWFM) is essential.</li>
</ul>
Why Join Us?
Be part of a forward-thinking organisation committed to innovation and excellence with opportunity to lead impactful projects and shape the future of our facilities strategy.
For an informal discussion please contact David Loveless, Head of Property Services on 01483 743554 or David Rasburn, Facilities Manager on 01483 74 3710
For further information on the responsibilities and person criteria, please see the Job Description and Person Specification documents below.
Early applications are encouraged as the Council reserves the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date should the ideal candidate be identified.
Closing date:&nbsp; &nbsp;25 September 2025 12pm (noon)&nbsp;
Interview date: Week commencing 6&nbsp;October 2025- panel interview and test.

Facilities Manager

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/4799/Support_Staff_Application_Form_-_March_2025.docx" target="_blank">Support_Staff_Application_Form_-_March_2025</a></li>
</ul>

For full details and an application form, please download directly from our own website: <a href="https://www.kgaeasthampstead.uk/staff-vacancies/" target="_blank">https://www.kgaeasthampstead.uk/staff-vacancies/</a>.
King’s Academies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young students and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will need to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.
Employment is with King's Academies and not Bracknell Forest Council. The Trust is very popular and for most posts a large number of applications are received - it is therefore not possible to notify all applicants of the outcome.&nbsp; &nbsp;Please accept that if you have not heard within two weeks of the closing date then, unfortunately, your application has been unsuccessful - in which case we offer our best wishes for the future.

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We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated Attendance and Punctuality Officer. The successful applicant will work closely with the Senior Leaders and WPA Educational Welfare Services to promote positive attendance and punctuality, including leading on first day calls.
The successful candidate will be adept at forming positive relationships with parents, students and colleagues, have a sharp eye for detail and a high standard of both written and spoken English. As a big part of the role will be speaking to parents, the successful candidate will possess tact and diplomacy, but also be tenacious and resilient. The role will include responsibility for monitoring student attendance and punctuality, leading on the sanctions when students’ punctuality does not meet our expectations and providing support for pastoral and senior leaders when interventions need to be put in place.&nbsp;
King’s Academy Easthampstead Park is a co-educational, community comprehensive serving Bracknell South.&nbsp; As a school we strive to give our students every opportunity to be happy, healthy and successful. We aim to deliver the best quality teaching and learning in a school where staff and students have respect and pride in themselves, their school and their community.
We work with our students to develop their aspirations and talents to achieve their full potential in a safe, caring and supportive environment. We have a friendly and supportive staff who enjoy working with a student body that fully reflects our community. King’s Academy Easthampstead Park, values diversity and promotes equality.
Our vision is to deliver a school judged as outstanding, that lives up to its values and beliefs. Our sense of community is built around the quality of relationships between staff, students and parents with the emphasis on respect and pride.
Closing date: 29 September 2025
Interviews to take place: w/c 29 September 2025
To apply, please complete the application form which you can download from the advert on <a href="https://www.kgaeasthampstead.uk/staff-vacancies/" target="_blank">https://www.kgaeasthampstead.uk/staff-vacancies/</a> or contact our Personnel Officer, at <a href="mailto:recruitment@kgaeasthampstead.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@kgaeasthampstead.uk</a>.&nbsp;or 01344 390826.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment.&nbsp; An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be undertaken.
We reserve the right to carry out an online search as part of our due diligence obligations on shortlisted &nbsp; candidates and candidates will be provided the opportunity to address any issues of concerns that may come up during the search at interview.

Attendance and Punctuality Officer

Strategy and Performance Adviser

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/4832/self-declaration-form-august-2025__1_.docx" target="_blank">self-declaration-form-august-2025__1_</a></li>
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How to Apply &nbsp;- Only applications received on Bracknell Forest application forms will be considered.
Safeguarding Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) children.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.&nbsp; If you are successful in being shortlisted for this position, you will be required to complete a self-declaration formTo find out more about the application process for working with children, young people and adults at risk visit&nbsp; <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/policies-relating-job-applications/applications-work-those-risk" target="_blank">https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/policies-relating-job-applications/applications-work-those-risk</a>
The Bracknell Forest Safeguarding Board (BFSB) oversees the safety and well-being of children in Bracknell Forest - <a href="https://bracknellforestsafeguarding.org.uk/" target="_blank">https://bracknellforestsafeguarding.org.uk/</a>
Equal Opportunities - We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to providing equality of opportunity to all. Our aim is to treat all employees and prospective employees with integrity, respect and consideration.
Disability - We are a Disability Symbol User and as such have made a commitment to guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria of the person specification.
We will make reasonable adjustments to help a person with a disability through the application &amp; selection process and, if successful, to assist you in carrying out the duties of your job.&nbsp;
Pre–employment medical check - As a condition of the Offer of Employment, the successful applicant will be asked to complete an Occupational Health questionnaire form. &nbsp;
The purpose of the questionnaire is to assess whether you have any medical problems that may affect your ability to undertake the role. If necessary reasonable adjustments or modifications will be suggested to assist you in carrying out the duties of the job.&nbsp;
References - On your application form you will be asked to provide the names and addresses of two people who will provide a reference. At least one must be from your current employer, completed by a suitable person with appropriate authority. We take up references for all shortlisted candidates and wherever possible we like to apply for these prior to interview.
Employment - Any candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant criteria.



Join Our Team as SENDCo – Holly Spring Primary School Start Date: January 2025 (or sooner)
Are you an experienced, passionate educator looking to make a real difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities? Holly Spring Primary School is seeking a dedicated and experienced SENDCo to join our inclusive and nurturing community from January 2025.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified teacher ready to take the next step in their career in a non-class-based role, within a school that prioritises inclusion and wellbeing for all.&nbsp; You must have the NASENCo qualification or equivalent or currently have the NPQ for Sencos in progress.
<h3>Why Join Holly Spring?</h3>
At Holly Spring, we pride ourselves on our strong commitment to supporting pupils with SEND and SEMH needs. Our excellent provision includes:
<ul>
<li>Four additional classes specifically for children with SEND</li>
<li>Nurture groups in both KS1 and KS2</li>
<li>A wide range of targeted interventions, including Forest School and ELSA sessions</li>
</ul>
<h3>We Are Looking For Someone Who:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Is passionate about transforming outcomes for young people with SEND</li>
<li>Is self-motivated, well-organised, and able to manage time effectively</li>
<li>Can work collaboratively to support teachers in developing inclusive, personalised strategies for individual pupils</li>
</ul>
<h3>In Return, We Offer:</h3>
<ul>
<li>A supportive leadership team</li>
<li>A dedicated SENDCo office and administrative support</li>
<li>A welcoming and professional environment where staff thrive and feel valued</li>
</ul>
<h3>About Our School</h3>
Holly Spring Primary is a large, well-resourced, three-form entry school located in the Bullbrook area of Bracknell. Our extensive grounds include:
<ul>
<li>A beautiful forest learning environment</li>
<li>A tranquil sensory garden</li>
<li>Spacious classrooms designed to support learning and wellbeing</li>
</ul>
We are a warm and caring school community that works together to make a real difference in children’s lives.
To learn more about our ethos, values, and curriculum, please visit our website.
<h3>How to Apply</h3>
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity or would like to arrange a visit, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please contact Liz Baker, School Business Manager, at <a href="mailto:l.baker@hsprimary.uk" target="_blank">l.baker@hsprimary.uk</a>.
Closing Date: Monday 6th October at 9:00am Interviews: w/c 20th October
Early applications are encouraged as interviews may be held prior to the closing date.

Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENDCo)

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</ul>

Please apply online via the link provided.



Residential Support Worker
West London
£32,070– £33,987 plus 2 weekend Increments of £930 per annum and sleep-in allowances paid in addition when occurring
Permanent, Full - time, 36 hours per week; shifts working with a combination of earlies &amp; lates including working alternative weekends.
About us at Hounslow
We’d love you to join us at the London Borough of Hounslow! Our people are deeply committed to providing excellent services to our residents, doing all we can to make lives as good as they can be.
We are an outstanding council, serving an outstanding borough. With brilliant, visionary leadership, a dynamic Cabinet and a can-do culture, we’ve built strong partnerships which have transformed how we serve one of London’s most diverse boroughs. Hounslow is the world in one place and full of potential.&nbsp; We are stepping up for our residents like never before.
About our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We live by five core values: Lead with Heart, Do New, Pass on the Power, Harness the Mix and Be a Rock.&nbsp; All our work has equality, diversity and inclusion at its very heart, best articulated in “Harness the Mix”.&nbsp; It's about breaking down barriers between our parts and people and unlocking the problem-solving power of our amazing mix of minds. We serve a diverse community, we have a diverse workforce and we are committed to being an inclusive employer.
We work hard to create representation across our workforce and leadership community, we have thriving employee network groups and our learning and development programmes help us lead, model and breathe ways of working that eliminate inequality, inequity, injustice and bias.
As part of this and under our commitments as a Disability Confident Employer, we make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates.&nbsp; There’s space for you to tell us what you need within our application form.
Our Benefits
<a href="https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/info/20037/working_for_the_council" target="_blank">If you join us, you’ll have access to a range of employee benefits.&nbsp; Read more about these here.</a>
About The Role
Department: Early Intervention and Special Needs Education
Section: Westbrook Short Breaks Unit
We are excited to advertise for one Residential Support Worker positions to join our committed and highly valued staff team.
The main role is to work as Residential Support Worker rostered rota that reflects the needs of the service, or as required by the Assistant Managers and Registered unit manager. To assist in the day to day running of the Unit, to provide a comprehensive range of services to children and young people with physical or learning disabilities and their families / carers with aim to offer and maximise life opportunities and experiences.
To follow practices that comply with policies and procedures set by the Department and Unit, including standards and requirements set by the Children Act 1989, Care Standards Act 2000, National Minimum Standards and Children's Homes Regulations 2015.
To work as part of a team to provide a high standard of care that meets the needs of children and young people being Looked After, or being provided short breaks services. To work within a framework which safeguards and promotes their well-being.
To follow an assessment framework that encompasses implementation of a care planning and risk assessment structure, which will consider all the physical, psychological, emotional, health, behavioural and independent or dependent needs of children and young people with a disability.
About The Team You’ll Be Working In
Westbrook Short Breaks and Resource Unit provide high quality short breaks and flexible support services through a range of measures, in order to support disabled children and young people to live within their family and community within the London Borough of Hounslow.
The Service aims to provide a safe nurturing environment for disabled children and young people, based on the premise that their needs and welfare are paramount and should be met on an individual basis.
Our over-arching ethos is to provide a service that recognises children’s rights, promotes opportunity, and provides stimulating, creative and varied environments which are conducive to promoting individual development and maximising quality of life and independence.
Key Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Ensure effective safeguarding and well-being of Children &amp; Young people are paramount during daily practice.</li>
<li>Actively promote individuals’ rights, obtain and document the views of the Child with the sole aim towards a person-centred and holistic approach to their care.</li>
<li>To work positively with colleagues in the team and across the organisation to ensure consistent best practice.</li>
<li>At all times respects confidentiality and the dignity of others.</li>
</ul>
Your Skills:
<ul>
<li>Ability to write clear and concise reports and communicate effectively with colleagues, parents and other professionals.</li>
<li>Ability to utilise a range of techniques to communicate with children and young people given the level of their needs.</li>
<li>Ability to undertake key working responsibilities and have knowledge in devising, implementing &amp; reviewing care plans / training programmes, completing risk assessments with particular regard to young people's skills and abilities with a focus to maximise life opportunities.</li>
<li>Knowledge in understanding the care and developmental needs of children and young people with learning or physical disabilities.</li>
</ul>
Essential for the Role
<ul>
<li>Experience of working with children and young people in a residential setting, childcare setting, and teaching or youth work capacity.</li>
<li>NVQ Level 3 in Social Care with Children (As of April 2012 Workforce Diploma Level 3 in Residential Child care) or equivalent is essential for this post, therefore, you will be required to hold this qualification on appointment or be committed to working towards achieving this qualification within 12 months of commencement in post.</li>
<li>Sound knowledge of the relevant Legislations in relation to working within a Children’s short break Unit; such as The Children’s Home Regulations 2015, The Children Act 1989, National Minimum Standards, Care Standards Act 2000 and Ofsted legislation.</li>
<li>An enhanced DBS is required for this role.</li>
</ul>
This post is considered by the authority to be a customer-facing position; as such it falls within scope of the Code of Practice on English language requirement for public sector workers. 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 employee specification.
About You
If the points below resonate with you, we’d love you to put in an application:
<ul>
<li>Knowledge in understanding the care and developmental needs of children and young people with learning or physical disabilities, emotional and behavioural difficulties and sensory impairment needs.</li>
<li>Ability to undertake responsibility for ensuring departmental policies and statutory regulations are observed. To work within the Department's safeguarding policy with the sole aim that the safeguarding and protection of children and young people are paramount.</li>
<li>The ability to record, report and disseminate significant information to the relevant professionals within the department to ensure the safeguarding and well-being of the children and young people in our care. Ability to write clear and concise reports and communicate effectively with colleagues, parents and other professionals.</li>
<li>Ability to undertake key working responsibilities and have knowledge in devising, implementing &amp; reviewing care plans / training programmes, evidencing outcomes, completing risk assessments with particular regard to young people's skills and abilities with a focus to maximise life opportunities.</li>
<li>At all times respect the confidentiality and the dignity of others.</li>
</ul>
Read more about the work you’ll be doing in the Role Profile.
The key information you need about the role should be in the Role Profile, but if you have any further questions about the role, please contact:
Email: <a href="mailto:Manish.Jheelan@hounslow.gov.uk" target="_blank">Manish.Jheelan@hounslow.gov.uk</a> 
Telephone: 020 8583 6570
CV via email will NOT be considered.
No sponsorship.
To apply please visit our website.
Closing date – 27th September 2025
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 7th &amp; Friday 10th October 2025 from 9am-5pm. Interview slots to book will be available after closing date. Please do check your email frequently.

London Borough of Hounslow

Residential Support Worker

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/4049/Candidate_Pack_-_Place_Directorate_-_June_2025.pdf" target="_blank">Candidate_Pack_-_Place_Directorate_-_June_2025</a></li>
</ul>

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



We have a great opportunity for an Assistant Ranger / Heritage Parks Gardener on a full time, permanent basis.&nbsp;
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance.
<h3>About you...</h3>
As an Assistant Ranger/Heritage Parks Gardener, you will be passionate about conservation and nature, and keen to develop skills in the sector.
You are someone who values community involvement and understands its importance in the success of long-term environmental projects.
In your role as an Assistant Ranger/Heritage Parks Gardener, you will have shared responsibility for the maintenance and safety of the Heritage Parks sites, together with other works that will be allocated to the team from the wider Parks &amp; Countryside service through the Lead Rangers.
<h3>About the team...</h3>
Bracknell Forest Council Parks &amp; Countryside service is responsible for more than 300 hectares of countryside sites, ranging from large wildflower meadows and woodlands to play areas and sports pitches.&nbsp;
We endeavour to manage our sites for the benefit of people and wildlife, this being a key objective for the council.
Two of our historic parks have been restored with grants from the Heritage Lottery Fund and Big Lottery Fund.&nbsp; Involvement of local communities is also central to this success.
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
<ul>
<li>To undertake estate management tasks including maintaining flower beds, cutting grass, planting shrubs, hedge cutting, sweeping leaves, removing litter, maintaining paths and other park infrastructure.</li>
<li>To undertake regular safety inspections of the parks and address resulting health and safety matters which arise.</li>
<li>To encourage community involvement and liaise with volunteers to help co-ordinate their work in the park.</li>
<li>To comply with all health and safety procedures, particularly in regard to machinery and equipment.</li>
<li>Carry out play area weekly inspections, reporting findings and making safe any issues.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits...</h3>
<ul>
<li>25 days* annual leave increasing to 28 days* after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days*.</li>
<li>Paid employee volunteering scheme.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
*(pro rata for part time)
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Interviews will be held on 16th October 2025
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Alan Wilson, Green Infrastructure Delivery Manager - Parks &amp; Countryside
Tel.: 07802 545506
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Bracknell Forest Council

Assistant Ranger / Heritage Parks Gardener

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/4776/Candidate_Pack_-_People_Directorate_-_Sept_2025.pdf" target="_blank">Candidate_Pack_-_People_Directorate_-_Sept_2025</a></li>
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Please apply online via the link provided.



An exciting, full-time, permanent opportunity has arisen for a Social Worker with extensive safeguarding knowledge to join our disability team and make a difference to the lives of children and young people with specialist and complex needs.
To learn more about what it is like to work with us, take a look&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/SBqihNKEzBo" target="_blank">at our team's video</a>.
If you would like an informal chat or a tour of the office prior to submitting your application, please contact <a href="mailto:helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a> to arrange a suitable time.
<h3>About you...</h3>
You must have a current Social Work England registration and have successfully completed your ASYE in a statutory children social care setting. We are looking for someone with experience of working with children and families that includes Child in Need and Child protection.
To succeed in this role, you will have knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance, policies and thresholds. You will also be able to demonstrate strong assessment and analytical skills. You should have experience of working in partnership with children and their families and other professionals, to produce needs led plans for children and young people. You will have the ability to work both independently and effectively as part of a team.
Experience of working with children with disabilities and complex needs&nbsp;is desirable but not essential, as we will support you to develop this specialist knowledge.
<h3>About the team...</h3>
The Children’s Specialist Support Team (CSST) is a highly skilled team working with children who have disabilities and/or complex health needs. We are an experienced, friendly and supportive team who focuses on ensuring that children are at the centre of all we do.&nbsp; We provide a range of services for children with additional needs and those who are assessed to have additional vulnerability. This includes the council’s statutory responsibilities for disabled Children in Need in the community (including care packages and short breaks).
The team is an eclectic mix of different service areas covering a wide breadth of work with children with disabilities, Occupational Therapy, Short Breaks (including Larchwood, our short break respite unit), Taking a child first and social model approach. Partnership and collaborative working is the key to our success.
The team is well integrated with local partners and works alongside specialist workers in domestic abuse, mental health and substance misuse, often in co-located settings.
You can read what our team have to say about working at Bracknell Forest via this link: <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/childrens-social-care-jobs" target="_blank">Children's social care jobs | Bracknell Forest Council</a>
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
<ul>
<li>To promote listening to children at every opportunity ensuring their views are heard, recorded and acted upon in an appropriate and timely manner and to support the completion of life journey work with children and young people in accordance with their age and understanding.</li>
<li>To hold a caseload and provide assessment, care planning, intervention and family support according to expertise.</li>
<li>To assess and identify the needs of children and families referred and negotiate delivery of services by determining how these needs can be best met in accordance with statutory responsibilities and council policies using best value principles.</li>
<li>To work alongside voluntary and statutory partner agencies and within the context of the care plan for children and families to ensure the provision of appropriate and effective services.</li>
<li>To develop and maintain accurate case records and comply with the department's policies, procedures and guidelines including data protection and GDPR.</li>
<li>To participate in regular reflective supervision and be able to set clear goals and intervention strategies.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits...</h3>
<ul>
<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days*.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Paid employee volunteering scheme.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).&nbsp;</li>
<li>Reimbursement of Social Work England registration.</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
*(pro rata for part time)
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Interviews will be held on 14th October 2025.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Benigna Amago - Assistant Team Manager - <a href="mailto:Benigna.Amago@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Benigna.Amago@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
Or Kylie Somenthal - Assistant Team Manager - <a href="mailto:-Kylie.Somenthal@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Kylie.Somenthal@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Social Worker - Children's Specialist Support Team

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>Are you ready to lead a powerhouse team of planning and property lawyers shaping the future of one of London’s most exciting boroughs? At Southwark Council, we’re looking for a visionary Head of Property &amp; Planning to join our Legal Services leadership team. If you have a wealth of experience and a passion for driving excellence within a talented team of legal professionals, this is your moment to make a significant inroad into senior management with a difference and continue to work on interesting and complex work. Why this role is unmissable: <ul><li>High-profile impact: Advise on some of London’s most ambitious regeneration projects, including Old Kent Road and Canada Water.</li><li>Strategic leadership: Play a pivotal role in shaping governance, law, and community transformation.</li><li>Career-defining opportunity: Step into senior management, leading a talented team at the forefront of local government law.</li></ul><h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4><ul><li>Lead and inspire a specialist team of senior and property/planning lawyers.</li><li>Provide expert legal advice to Cabinet, Committees, Steering Groups and client departments.</li><li>Ensure good governance by upholding constitutional standards and staying ahead of legislative changes.</li><li>Drive strategic excellence by aligning legal insights with Southwark 2030 and the council’s Corporate Delivery Plan.</li><li>Champion equality, diversity, and inclusion in all areas of service delivery.</li></ul><h4>What We're Looking For</h4><ul><li>Qualified solicitor, barrister, or FILEX with a current practising certificate.</li><li>Expertise in planning law, including advising planning committees, regeneration, S106, and development agreements.</li><li>Proven track record of managing and inspiring legal teams within local government.</li><li>Strong leadership and budget management skills with a commercial mindset.</li><li>Ability to work under pressure, balance priorities, and maintain meticulous attention to detail.</li><li>A collaborative, forward-thinking approach with a passion for public service.</li><li>Flexible hybrid working (home-based with travel to our London Bridge HQ).</li><li>Exposure to landmark developments shaping London’s future.</li><li>A leadership role where law, governance, and community transformation converge.</li></ul><h4>Additional Information</h4>About Southwark CouncilSouthwark Council is the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with many social enterprises and we have a young, diverse, and growing population. At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Working for Southwark Council – Southwark </a>Salary Range: £67,380 - £84,075 This post attracts an additional JNC benefit to the value of £2724 Per Annum. Application Closing Date: 11.59pm on the 5th of October 2025Interview + Presentation Date: The 17th of October 2025We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed Interview SchemeAs part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition.</li></ul>Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2608041&amp;ptId=107580" target="_blank">job Description &amp; Person Specfication</a></li></ul>





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Head of Planning and Property

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An Exciting Opportunity…
Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.
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The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.
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The Post
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The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community, and this role of&nbsp;Prevention Coordinator will be at the heart of that transformation, supporting the Service Reform and Strategy Directorate to deliver on key responsibilities and ambitions set out in the Borough Plan and the organisation’s change programme. This includes shaping and influencing the development of preventative approaches across Adult Social Care (ASC) and the Council.
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The Person
You will have a good understanding of Brent inhouse structures and processes to help further develop our prevention offer and demonstrate the impact of prevention services.
Our Offer to You
In addition to your salary, you will also get to enjoy the following benefits:
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<li>27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, increasing to 31 days plus 8 bank holidays after 5 years continuous service</li>
<li>Very generous employer pension contribution</li>
<li>Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home 2 days per week (laptop provided)</li>
<li>A wide range of family friendly policies such as parental leave</li>
<li>Access to affordable parking nearby</li>
<li>Access to our Zipcar scheme&nbsp;</li>
<li>Access to our Employee Assistance programme for free confidential counselling</li>
<li>Season ticket loan for public transport</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme and good onsite facilities</li>
<li>Access to My Brent Rewards for big brand discounts, local offers and money off for travel, cinema and shopping vouchers.</li>
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Closing date: 23 September 2025 (23:59)

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Additional Information&nbsp;

If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the "Apply Now" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still provide a supporting statement.


Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.

 The information we collect from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas and your data protection rights, can be found&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">here</a>.
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Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.
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As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including “non-visible” disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on&nbsp;&nbsp;<a>recruitment@brent.gov.uk&nbsp;</a>

Brent Council

This is Brent

Prevention Coordinator

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Are you looking for the next step in you Occupational Therapist career?
Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.
The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.
The Post
We are looking for Deputy Team Manager Occupational Therapist for Brent’s Reablement Team which is&nbsp;an integrated service combining the fast-paced response to Pathway 1 Home First discharges and the delivery of reablement and social care services in a short term response team set up. The team’s ethos is about promoting and enabling independence and we have good working relationships with our partners and colleagues in the hubs and intermediate care.&nbsp;
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist, who have experience of working with adults with physical disabilities and older people to take an active role with day to day running of the Team in providing specialist advice, guidance, support and supervision to qualified and non-qualified social care and OT staff working within the team. Also the opportunity to develop the team services and role in delivering the Integrated Care Partnership.&nbsp;
Brent Adult Social Care is committed to an organisational culture that invests and empowers its staff to take ownership and accountability to enable staff to provide excellent services to residents to help keep them safe in the community. Person centred services are aimed at maximising independence through building resilience and empowerment to enable people to manage their care and be independent.
The Person
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a progressive and Multi-disciplinary team comprising of Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, Care Assessors and OT assistants providing Reablement to clients in their own homes. The successful candidates will have key roles in developing:
Improved pathways with the existing community social care and intermediate care services as part of the Integrated Care Partnership with our Acute and Community NHS provider Trusts and 3rd Sector organisations
Working with Brent’s Adult Social Care brokerage team on training of new Reablement Home Care providers.&nbsp;
Staff development and training for team members as an integral role in the retention and upskilling of the workforce in Adult Social Care.&nbsp;
The successful candidates will ideally have post graduate experience in Social Care and or Intermediate Care, have experience of supervising staff and or students in the work place and of working with Home Care providers and/or Reablement providers.
Our Offer to You
In addition to your salary, you will also get to enjoy the following benefits:
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<li>A £5000 ‘golden hello’ for DTM OTs new to Brent, upon completion of their probationary period.</li>
<li>An annual retention payment of £3000 for eligible frontline workers and managers from Grade PO2 – PO7</li>
<li>27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, increasing to 31 days plus 8 bank holidays after 5 years continuous service</li>
<li>Very generous employer pension contribution</li>
<li>Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home 2 days per week (laptop provided)</li>
<li>A wide range of family friendly policies such as parental leave</li>
<li>Access to affordable parking nearby</li>
<li>Access to our Zipcar scheme&nbsp;</li>
<li>Access to our Employee Assistance programme for free confidential counselling</li>
<li>Season ticket loan for public transport</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme and good onsite facilities</li>
<li>Access to My Brent Rewards for big brand discounts, local offers and money off for travel, cinema and shopping vouchers.</li>
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Closing Date: 5 October 2025 (23:59) &nbsp;
Additional Information&nbsp; &nbsp;
To Be Updated By Recruitment Team

If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the "Apply Now" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still provide a supporting statement.


Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.
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The information we collect from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas and your data protection rights, can be found&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">here</a>. &nbsp;
Brent has a positive approach to flexible working. &nbsp;
As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including “non-visible” disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@brent.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@brent.gov.uk</a>

Deputy Team Manager Occupational Therapist

<h4>The role</h4>As a Business Administration Apprentice, you’ll play an active role in supporting the vital work of Southwark’s Planning and Growth Division. This division brings together specialist teams in Planning, Commercial Property Management, Local Economy, and Sustainable Growth. You’ll be based in one of these teams, while also gaining opportunities to collaborate across the wider division - giving you valuable insight into how different services work together to deliver for our communities.You’ll take on a variety of administrative tasks that keep the team running smoothly. From managing processes and systems to producing accurate documents and providing support to colleagues, your responsibilities will be varied and rewarding. Working alongside others, you’ll focus on delivering excellent customer service, helping to identify improvements, and ensuring the team provides high-quality support to the community, all while developing practical skills that will benefit your future career.Alongside your day-to-day role, you’ll be completing a Level 3 Business Administration apprenticeship programme. This means balancing your work with structured study, taking part in lessons, workshops, and assessments to build your knowledge and achieve a nationally recognised qualification.Why this role stands out<ul><li>Build valuable experience within the Planning and Growth Division, gaining a broad understanding of how services shape the borough.</li><li>Follow a clear pathway for personal and professional development, combining practical experience with a nationally recognised qualification.</li><li>Contribute to meaningful projects that make a real difference to local communities, supported by experienced colleagues in a collaborative environment.</li></ul>Key responsibilities<ul><li>Support your designated team with a variety of administrative tasks, ensuring accurate and timely work.</li><li>Manage processes and systems that help the team run smoothly, contributing to service improvements.</li><li>Work across different areas of the Planning and Growth Division to broaden your experience.</li><li>Take part in projects and daily workflows, collaborating closely with colleagues and other apprentices.</li><li>Balance workplace learning with formal study, completing assignments and assessments on time.</li><li>Attend training, workshops, and regular progress meetings to support your development.</li></ul><h4>What you’ll bring to the role</h4><ul><li>A minimum of 5 GCSEs (grades 9–4 / A–C) including English and Maths, or equivalent.</li><li>Familiarity with IT applications such as Outlook, Excel, and Word.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt to different audiences.</li><li>Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise your workload effectively.</li><li>A willingness to learn, take on new tasks, and grow your skills.</li><li>Ability to present information clearly, including compiling and monitoring data.</li><li>A flexible, team-focused approach with a commitment to supporting colleagues.</li><li>Awareness of equality, diversity, health &amp; safety, and data protection principles.</li></ul>Join us and gain valuable experience while working towards a nationally recognised qualification. This is a unique opportunity to learn, grow, and play your part in shaping Southwark’s future. We especially welcome applications from Southwark residents.<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>Southwark Council is the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with conservation areas, historic buildings, social enterprises and a young, diverse, and growing population.At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals, and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark 2030 and Southwark Stands Together, underpins all that we do.Employee benefits:You’ll join a motivated, driven, and supportive team that values each of its members and strives for excellence. You’ll also be part of a successful, high-achieving development team making a real difference to the lives of residents across the borough. In return for all your hard work, skills and experience, you will receive:<ul><li>A competitive base salary (pro rata for part time staff)</li><li>Strong supportive senior management team</li><li>Regular one to one supervision</li><li>Professional development &amp; training opportunities</li><li>Clear career development pathways</li><li>Agile and flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li><li>Season ticket and cycle loans</li><li>Annual Leave starting at 27 days per year, increasing to 35 (with length of service) (pro rata for part time staff)</li><li>Wellbeing programme</li><li>HSF Health plan and eye care scheme</li><li>EAP employee assistance programme, confidential counselling and support</li><li>Social clubs and staff groups</li></ul><h4>Additional information:</h4>This role is being offered as a fixed term contract for 2 years. We encourage any internal staff to gain agreement from their substantive line manager if considering this as a secondment opportunity.Full time, 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday.This is a hybrid role, with time split between working from our offices and from home.Closing date: 5pm on Friday 19th September 2025**We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, in which case we will move the key dates for the process. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.Interview date: 9 October 2025Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition.</li></ul>#LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2614701&amp;ptId=107699" target="_blank">Click here to view the Job Description and Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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Business Administration Apprentice

Due to a transformation programme and local government reorganisation, the Council has created this exciting new role to support the organisation, legal services, and the Head of Legal Services in going forward to becoming a new organisation. The role is ideal for a current Principal Lawyer wishing to take the next step in their career, or a serving deputy looking for a new challenge. Main Responsibilities <ul><li>To act as deputy to the head of legal services and act as one of her deputy monitoring officers;</li><li>To line manage professional and support staff and to mentor the same;</li><li>To support the head of legal services in her work relating to Local Government Reorganisation;</li><li>To assist with the managing of the service budget including proactively considering savings and effective spend strategies, and implementing strategies to minimise costs relating to external legal services;</li><li>To ensure legal advice is high quality, and delivered in a timely, professional way;</li><li>To proactively review and recommend changes to strategy and policy resulting from changing legislation;</li><li>To assist on streamlining practices including workflows into the service;</li><li>To deputise for the DPO where required, including internal reviews;</li><li>To deal with complaints where necessary including first and second tier complaints;</li><li>To develop and embed at pace trusted customer focused relationships with members, senior management across the business areas and to support the delivery of service priorities, including understanding the objectives and challenges in each business area;</li><li>To lead by example by exhibiting and promoting the Council’s values and behaviours;</li></ul> Please note this is a politically restricted post for the purposes of the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. The Ideal Candidate <ul><li>A qualified solicitor or barrister, with local government and management experience of at least principal lawyer level. </li><li>Demonstrable knowledge and experience in providing legal advice to more than one core business areas. </li><li>A resilient leader who deals well with multiple competing challenges;</li><li>A track record of finding creative solutions to legal challenges and the ability to think strategically across</li><li>Organisational boundaries to provide solutions. </li><li>Ability to see the big picture, interpret it and proactively develop relevant strategies, plans and deliverables. </li></ul>We will continue to advertise this post until we find the right candidate. If you are interested we recommend applying as soon as possible.<ul></ul>

Deputy Head of Legal Services and Deputy Monitoring Officer

About the BoroughThis special place in South West London between the capital and the country has been a Royal borough longer than anywhere else - it is where the first kings of England were crowned.Today it is a vibrant and diverse borough, with a long history and strong cultural and community heritage. Kingston's riverside location, fantastic retail offer, historic market place and church, parks and gardens all make Kingston town centre the vibrant space it is, and each of our district town centres (Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth and Chessington) have something unique to offer.Situated in Zone 6, Kingston is among the best-connected town centres in London – with direct train links from Kingston and Surbiton stations to Clapham Junction and London Waterloo, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and Tramlink.Kingston’s people are innovative and entrepreneurial, and have a strong sense of community pride. The borough has been home to great industry and creativity for many years, reflected in assets such as the Rose Theatre, the International Youth Arts Festival and Kingston University, which boasts more new graduate business start-ups than any other.We have seen tremendous generosity and compassion within our communities, particularly in response to COVID-19, which is a demonstration of Kingston’s key strength. The council offers a strong level of support to vulnerable groups and those who need additional support, which has also increased significantly as a result of the pandemic. Like most places, the average age of our population is rising as more people are living longer, so we are working closely with residents to help them maintain their independence and further improve the cost effectiveness of our service to meet the ongoing rise in demand.Kingston is home to people from diverse and interesting cultures and backgrounds, which helps to create the rich sense of community shared across the borough. In particular, Kingston has a large Sri Lankan Tamil community and is home to more people from Korea than any other part of the UK.About the Service and TeamThe Kingston Safeguarding Adults Board (KSAB) is seeking an independent chair to lead the local safeguarding partnership.You will need to be a strong leader and bring innovative ways of working to ensure robust and effective safeguarding partnership across Kingston Upon Thames cross-working with Local Safeguarding Children Partnerships, Community Safety and other local partnership networks.&nbsp;Applicants are welcome from any professional background including health, local government and police. Our emphasis is on strategic and systems leadership and chairing skills. The Independent Chair will be accountable to the SAB Executive, consisting of Senior Officers representing the statutory partner agencies: Local Authority, Police and Health. This is an exciting opportunity for the right individual to make a real difference to local people.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateThe successful candidate will be strategic and clear thinking, able to negotiate, support partners to constructively challenge each other to deliver high-quality adult safeguarding work across the partnership. This will be underpinned by the applicant's ability to communicate clearly and succinctly verbally and in writing with an ability to produce clear, accurate and concise written reports and communications on behalf of the SAB, including production of the SAB Annual Report. To ensure that the Kingston Safeguarding Adults Board fulfils its statutory duties the SAB Independent Chair will:<ul><li>Chair the SAB Executive and other SAB strategic meetings.</li><li>Draft, develop and publish a strategic plan setting out how the SAB will meet its objectives and priorities and how their member and partner agencies will contribute.</li><li>To quality assure and contribute to the SAB’s annual report detailing how effective the SAB has been.</li><li>Ensure that Safeguarding Adult Reviews (SARs) for any cases which meet the criteria for a SAR are undertaken.</li><li>Link in with national and regional networks bringing new initiatives and publications to the membership</li><li>Be connected to the safeguarding children's and community safety partnerships</li></ul> Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience:<ul><li>A relevant academic or professional qualification in health, social care or police.</li><li>Significant experience at operational and strategic level in a relevant field; social care, health, education or criminal justice.</li><li>A working knowledge of the adult safeguarding agenda.</li><li>A proven track-record of effective leadership at strategic level.</li><li>The ability to lead a complex multi-agency partnership and support the SAB to deliver its strategic priorities and to offer assurance and changes in policy and practice to improve safeguarding outcomes.</li><li>You will act as an ambassador for KSAB and promote the importance of safeguarding is everybody's business.</li><li>You will seek to ensure that the voices of people who draw on care and support, their families and carers are heard and acted upon within Board work</li></ul>Paid on a consultancy basis, it is anticipated that this role will require up to a maximum of 26 days per annum. The specific commitment required will be agreed as part of the appointment process and is open to negotiation. The daily rate will be £700 per day including any travel costs. The arrangement would be for an initial period of 2 years with an annually renewable contract subject to six months’ notice by either party.Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation.Application ProcessPlease apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the ‘Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme’ at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we’re incredibly proud of.Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce.As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role.We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer and this means that everyone working at the Royal Borough of Kingston, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors and suppliers receive the London Living Wage. The real Living Wage is higher than the government’s minimum, or National Living Wage, and is an independently calculated hourly rate of pay that is based on the actual cost of living.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.





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Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames

Independent Chair - Kingston Safeguarding Adults Board

<h4> Job Description </h4>Overview London Borough of Harrow has a fantastic opportunity for a Deputy Team Manager to join its First Response Team (FRT).The postholder will assist the Team Managers in supervising and supporting Social Care staff, to provide a range of family support services for children in need, including those in need of protection, children looked after, those subject to public care proceedings and where directed by the court those subject to private care proceedings.As Deputy Team Manager you will take responsibility for developing skills, expertise and knowledge for a wide range of practice issues and to provide consultation, coaching and mentoring within the Team, and across the Service as a whole. This will include taking responsibility to maintain and develop professional links and leads with partner agencies and the voluntary sector. This role shall undertake professional supervision of a number of social workers within the team structure. About You The successful candidate will have:<ul><li>Working knowledge of all statutory duties and responsibilities relating to children and families, including:- • Legislation • Regulations and Standards • Government Objectives and Initiatives • National &amp; Common Assessment Framework</li><li>Demonstrated user consultation and participation focusing on the needs of children and young people, service users and carers.</li><li>Experience of court work derived from experience of care proceedings.</li><li>Experience of undertaking complex social work assessment and practice which take fully into consideration the child/young person’s background and lifestyle choices.</li><li>Ability to develop effective working relationships with a wide range of service providers both from statutory and voluntary agencies.</li><li>Educated to degree level or equivalent or has the equivalent relevant work experience.</li><li>Registered with Social Work England.</li></ul>This post will require a satisfactory enhanced DBS. Related Documents For more information, please refer to the <a href="https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=25265&amp;hashed=559841295" target="_blank">Role Profile/Selection Criteria</a><h4>About us</h4> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.<h4>Other information</h4> Support for candidates visit:<a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&amp;categoryId=210277" target="_blank">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11" target="_blank">below G11</a> and <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11" target="_blank">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council" target="_blank"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a><h4>Important Note</h4> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice" target="_blank">equality statement</a>. As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting <a href="www.cifas.org.uk/fpn">www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a> 





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