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We are recruiting Experienced Social Workers&nbsp;with a range of different skills and experience.
Within the West Kent Area we currently have a vacancy in the Sevenoaks Community Team.
We operate in a hybrid model of office-based working and working from home to meet the needs of the service.&nbsp;
£3000 Golden Hello payment to all new joiners (subject to criteria) and service related payments following continuous service.
About Us
This is an exciting opportunity to join our community teams across Kent as we enhance our locality working practice and put the person and good practice at the heart of what we do.
We work with adults with a range of care and support needs placing individuals at the centre of their support. You will undertake work of varying levels of complexity including, Care Act Assessments, Mental Capacity Act (MCA) Assessments, Court of Protection applications and s42 safeguarding enquiries.
Our social care interventions are structured around the three pillars of excellent practice, exceptional innovation, and meaningful measures. Therefore, our work is orientated around building relationships with the individual their families and carers. We engage with communities early on to help people feel empowered to find trusted help and support locally from a range of sources.
About You
We welcome applications from experienced social workers who can demonstrate post-qualification experience in Social Services, Health related agencies or related private or voluntary organisation.
You will hold a registration with Social Work England and be competent to work at the Experienced Practitioner level of the Social Care Capabilities Framework for Registered Workers.
You will have experience of managing and reducing risk and completing safeguarding enquiries.
You will be able to demonstrate experience in supervising other members of staff.
We are looking for future employees who have a positive, forward-thinking attitude. Using strengths-based practice with individuals which is built around their desired outcomes and goals. Our teams are imaginative, locally focused and flexible and we are searching for registered practitioners with a likeminded approach, working collaboratively as part of a team.
You will hold a Full UK Driving License – The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the jobholder to drive your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability.
Our Support Offer
In return, we offer an attractive benefits package and a commitment to ensuring that you achieve a healthy work life balance and opportunities for flexible working arrangements that meet business need.
We offer generous market premium payments (subject to eligibility). You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave allowance and the local government pension&nbsp;scheme.
You will have excellent opportunities for professional development with access to our social care academy, progression routes and our newly launched practice framework.
We will support you to consolidate your skills and knowledge, assisting you to develop areas of specialist practice development such as Approved Mental Health Professional Training, Best Interest Assessor Training and Practice Educator training.
You will receive regular professional supervision and have the opportunity to critically reflect on your practice. You will be supported to develop your practice and progress your career.
We are increasingly accessible to the public outside of traditional office hours, as we move towards an 8 am to 8 pm, 7 days a week service to ensure service needs are met.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring service and registration as a qualified Social Worker with Social Work England.
This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.
For more information about the role, please contact&nbsp;Sarah Pattinson on 03000 412249 and a member of the team will respond appropriately.
We also welcome applications from experienced registered nurses and occupational therapists with relevant experience into our Experienced Community Practitioner roles. If you hold a registration with a professional body (Social Work England, HCPC, Nursing and Midwifery Council) and would like to know more about these opportunities please contact Sarah Pattinson on 03000 412249 or <a href="mailto:sarah.pattinson@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">sarah.pattinson@kent.gov.uk</a>.


Contact Details If you hold a registration with a professional body (Social Work England, HCPC, Nursing and Midwifery Council) and would like to know more about these opportunities please contact Sarah Pattinson on 03000 412249

Community Experienced Social Worker - Sevenoakes

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An Excellent Opportunity…
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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. &nbsp;
The Post
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Brent Council has three political groups and is looking for an administrative support officer to support the Liberal Democrat Group (consisting of three Liberal Democrat Councillors) as follows:
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<li>To provide efficient and professional administrative support to the Liberal Democrat group at Brent Council.</li>
<li>To support members of the Liberal Democrat Group to work effectively in their role, including accessibility support for members. &nbsp;</li>
<li>To develop a good business relationship and network within the Council and specifically with the Governance and Member Enquiries team.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Working with the Member Enquiries team to resolve often sensitive problems for residents.</li>
<li>Assisting with written communications and undertaking basic research</li>
<li>Acting as the first point of contact for the group, maintaining professional communications with internal staff and external customers, residents and partners by taking responsibility for email/post/telephone queries and handling them as appropriate.</li>
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The Person&nbsp;
The ideal candidate will have experience of working in a political environment, a professional approach and agile organisational skills to deal with shifting priorities. You will need to demonstrate awareness of what local government is and does, and the financial, political, and legislative context in which it operates. This is a temporary role to July 2026.&nbsp;
The person must have strong communication skills effectively in (oral and written) as they will be dealing with a wide audience including Council staff, members of the public and other organisations.&nbsp; Excellent interpersonal skills and telephone manners, and the ability to build positive relationships with internal and external partners are all equally important.&nbsp;
The person must be highly organised, be able to manage their workload and maintain attention to detail. The successful candidate will have good IT skills and have the ability to use many computer systems concurrently, as well as the ability to work on their own initiative and take a proactive approach. Basic research skills and minute taking experience is desirable.&nbsp;
You will also be providing practical support to a councillor with visual impairment and her guide dog, so an awareness of disability and reasonable adjustments would be an advantage.&nbsp;
Closing date:&nbsp;Sunday 27 July 2025 (23:59) &nbsp;
Additional Information&nbsp;
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Location: Civic centre

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.
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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>.
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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<a href="mailto:recruitment@brent.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@brent.gov.uk</a>

Brent Council

This is Brent

Admin Support Officer for the Liberal Democrat Group

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Join an exciting Legal Service
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
In our Housing Litigation Team we are looking to recruit for two permanent Legal Assistants.
The Legal Assistants are to predominantly manage a caseload of disrepair cases. &nbsp;knowledge/experience of housing disrepair work is highly desirable but not essential as support can be provided for the suitable candidates to develop in this area of law.
The Legal Assistant will be expected to:
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<li>obtain documentation from the Council’s disrepair team to comply with disclosure obligations under the Letter of Claims under the disrepair pre-action protocol including statutory nuisance claims under the Environmental Protection Act 1990.</li>
<li>instruct surveyors and analyse expert reports on disrepair.</li>
<li>advise the Council on liability, damages and costs in relation to disrepair and statutory nuisance.</li>
<li>negotiate a settlement or defend proceedings as per instructions.&nbsp;</li>
<li>instruct Counsel and costs draftsman when necessary.</li>
<li>manage a caseload of disrepair and statutory nuisance cases on the Council’s legal electronic case management system.</li>
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The Person
We are looking for a self-motivated and hard-working individual who is highly organised in case management. The candidate should demonstrate aptitude and the ability to quickly pick up housing disrepair law. They will report to the Senior Lawyers in the team.
Closing date: 27 July 2025 (23:59)
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We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested in this role, we advise that you apply as soon as possible.
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Additional Information&nbsp;
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Location: Civic centre and other locations from time to time

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.
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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>.
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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;<a href="mailto:recruitment@brent.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@brent.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;

Legal Assistant (Housing and Civil Litigation)

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Experienced Social Worker KSH (Partnership Working with Gravesend Rough sleeping team)
We are recruiting an Experienced Social Worker KSH for the Gravesend Community Team, in partnership with Gravesend Borough Council. This position offers a 12-month Fixed term Contract.
This role presents an exciting development opportunity for someone looking to advance their career and gain valuable experience.&nbsp;
The Rough Sleeping Strategy for Gravesham Borough Council provides a comprehensive plan to address rough sleeping in alignment with the Department of Levelling Up, Housing, and Communities (DLUHC) guidelines. It focuses on delivering services to support individuals at risk of homelessness, ultimately aiming to end rough sleeping in the borough.
The Social Worker will be based at Gravesend Borough Council office (Civic Centre) with the Rough Sleeping Team (RSI). &nbsp;&nbsp;
The Rough Sleeping Team :
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<li>Identify and support individuals that are homeless or at risk of rough sleeping who present with care and support needs ensuring accessibility to all members of the community regardless of the immigration status. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Holistically engage with people in a variety of settings, including ‘on the street’, in community settings such as day centres, HEAL House and in more structured settings such as the Civic Centre. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Creatively find ways to engage with clients whose care and support needs are a barrier to them accessing services. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Complete Care Needs and Capacity Assessments, along with Addenbrooke’s Cognitive Examination III (ACE‐III) for the detection of dementia and mild cognitive impairment where necessary.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Work with mental health services and Drug and alcohol services to create a multi-agency approach. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Complete support plans and additional referrals where necessary.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Both KCC and GBC will be working within the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Adults Policy. &nbsp; Both agencies will co-operate to ensure the safety of vulnerable adults though this framework guided by their own and each other’s policies and procedures. This includes safeguarding and self-neglect.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Provide support to those under the RSI Service who have been identified as having care and support needs, whether they are actively rough sleeping, in supported/temporary accommodation or are housed but their mental health or care needs are attributing to them being at risk of homelessness. &nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Attend Early Morning Outreach sessions where necessary, particularly to engage non-engagers who have been identified as having care and support needs.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Record and report all communications with individuals and send to the allocated worker. &nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Participate in the Bi-monthly and yearly outreach support. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Record and provide quarterly monitoring returns to GBC.</li>
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Supervision and equipment will be provided by Kent County Council.&nbsp;
Candidates must meet the criteria outlined in the Job Description Specification.
You will have a high level of literacy and communication skills, both verbal and written.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring service and registration as a qualified Social Worker with Social Work England.
This post is considered to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.&nbsp;
Thisrole is subject to holding a Full UK Driving Licence – The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the jobholder to drive your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability.
£3000 Golden Hello payment to all new joiners (subject to criteria) and service related payments following continuous service.
The closing date for applications 25th July 2025, and interviews will take place on the 4th August 2025 in person at the Civic Centre, Gravesend.&nbsp;
We look forward to receiving your application.


Contact Details If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role before submitting your expression of interest, please contact Ruth Ojo &nbsp;- 03000 413 722 Or Florentina Bela <a href="mailto:florentina.bela@gravesham.gov.uk" target="_blank">florentina.bela@gravesham.gov.uk</a>

Experienced Social Worker

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Join an exciting Legal Service&nbsp; &nbsp;
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. &nbsp;
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. &nbsp;
The Post
The Legal Finance and Administration Officer post, is a busy and varied role with responsibility for a range of transaction processing, finance administration and financial reporting which plays a vital role in upholding robust financial controls and efficiency in Legal Services.
The post is located in the Practice Management team, reporting to the Business Manager and working alongside a Legal Finance &amp; Administration Assistant and an Apprentice.
The role is a key function in the Legal Services department and will involve you in a variety of high level finance and administration tasks working in a quality accredited, award winning Legal service which prides itself on its professionalism and efficiency.

The Person Our ideal candidate will be a resilient professional who has experience of working in a similar Legal or office environment. They will have a strong background in financial management and processing &nbsp;and must &nbsp;be either a part-qualified accountant from an IFAC member body (preferably CIPFA) or AAT Accounting Technicians Level (NVQ Level 4).
The successful candidate must have the ability to build successful relationships, work closely and &nbsp;communicate effectively with a range of staff across Legal Services, the council and suppliers. They must be able &nbsp;to help resolve queries and ensure that the financial &nbsp;processes are operating efficiently and effectively. Excellent organisational skills, the ability to prioritise to achieve internal reporting deadlines, and meticulous attention to detail, are critical for this role; together with a good understanding of effective legal practice management service support or equivalent will be required. It is not essential but desirable if the candidate had Oracle cloud experience.
Closing date: 24 July 2025 (23:59) Shortlisting: 25 July 2025 Interviews scheduled: w/c 28 July 2025 &nbsp;

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested in this role, we advise that you apply as soon as possible &nbsp;
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. &nbsp;
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;<a href="mailto:recruitment@brent.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@brent.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;

Legal Finance and Administration Officer

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to join our Adult Social Care Leadership Team as the Head of Early Help &amp; Prevention (First Response). In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for leading the strategic and operational aspects of our ‘front door’ service, ensuring it is managed and delivered in a manner that maximises independence and enables people to live as ordinary a life as possible. You will make the best use of all available resources, including the community and voluntary sector, family, and informal carers.You will have an extensive experience in leading and managing Adult Social Care services, a strong understanding of operational systems and relevant legislation and excellent collaboration and partnership skills.With a proven track record in strategic development and performance improvement and the ability to manage resources effectively within budget constraints, you will join a dedicated team committed to improving the lives of residents with the opportunity to lead and innovate in a supportive environment.Interviews will be held on Friday 8th August 2025. In return we will offer you: <ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li></ul>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role. You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.Our organisation:Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.Important Information-Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileEqual Opportunities Commitment StatementMedway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.<ul></ul>

Medway Council

This is Medway

Head of Early Help & Prevention (First Response)

Job DescriptionSalary:&nbsp;£24.30 - £27.33 per hour, depending on grade. Subject to increase for 24/25 pay yearGrade&nbsp;TUTLEC 1 – 4 depending on qualifications and experience.Permanent ContractHours Per Week&nbsp;are variable and subject to demand (as and when required) – term time onlyThurrock Adult Community College is the local authority’s provider of adult education for Thurrock. Our main base is in the Old Court House in Grays, but we deliver courses across the borough.You will be responsible for planning courses and lessons, creating resources, teaching lessons and marking learners work and giving developmental feedback.Experience of teaching adults is required.You will have level 2 qualifications in English and maths, a level 3 award in Education and Training and ideally an ESOL teaching specialism – CELTA or TESOL. If you do not have an ESOL specialist qualification, you will be expected to work towards this within your first year of employment.An enhanced DBS check with children’s barred list is required.Closing Date: 27th July 2025Interview Date: To be ConfirmedIf you have any questions or wish to discuss the post further, please contact <a href="mailto:Keeley.Donati@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">Keeley.Donati@thurrock.gov.uk</a>To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EVTMndeP3uZMnMr1CX9CSMgBxe6Th8DiZcqyyxspZe1dqg?e=R6R1nd" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a>“If you encounter an error message when opening the Job Profile link please refresh the error page” &nbsp;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

Tutor (casual) - ESOL

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>Southwark is one of London’s most vibrant and diverse boroughs, where over 120 languages are spoken. We are a large, ambitious, and forward-thinking council with a strong track record of delivering high-quality services to our residents.We’re working towards Southwark 2030 — a shared vision for a fairer, greener, and safer borough where everyone can thrive. Our green spaces are among our most valued assets, and we’re committed to sustainability, biodiversity, and excellence in public service across housing, highways, and parks.At Southwark, you’ll join a passionate and supportive team where your work will have a visible and lasting impact.<h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4>As an Arboricultural Officer, you’ll play a key role in managing Southwark’s tree stock across housing estates, highways, parks, and open spaces. Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Delivering a customer-focused arboricultural service borough-wide</li><li>Managing and monitoring internal and external contractors to ensure quality and health &amp; safety compliance</li><li>Planning and scheduling cyclical and proactive tree surveys and inspections</li><li>Using the Confirm asset management system to issue and track work orders</li><li>Responding to resident and stakeholder enquiries in a timely and professional manner</li><li>Supporting the development of strategy and policy, including contributions to the Tree Management Strategy</li><li>Monitoring budgets and contributing to financial reporting for works valued up to £1.5 million</li></ul>This is a highly visible role where you’ll collaborate across departments and with community groups to ensure Southwark’s urban trees are healthy, safe, and sustainably managed.<h4>What We're Looking For</h4>We’re looking for someone who is:<ul><li>Qualified – Minimum Level 4 qualification in arboriculture (or equivalent experience)</li><li>Experienced – Proven background in contract management, tree surveying, and arboricultural service delivery</li><li>Knowledgeable – Strong understanding of tree health, legislation, safety standards, and best practices in urban tree management</li><li>Tech-savvy – Comfortable using systems like Confirm (training provided) and preparing reports and analysis</li><li>Collaborative – Skilled at building effective relationships with contractors, residents, and colleagues</li><li>Flexible and reliable – Willing to travel across the borough and work outside normal hours when needed</li><li>A full UK driving licence is essential</li></ul><h4>Additional Information</h4><ul><li>Hybrid working is supported, though regular travel within the borough is required</li><li>You’ll be part of the Environment, Sustainability &amp; Leisure division, reporting to the Arboricultural Services Manager</li><li>This is a public-facing role with significant environmental impact</li></ul>Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Working for Southwark Council – Southwark </a>Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details.Closing date: Sunday 10 August 2025Interviews: W/c 25 August 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:• 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 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 programme</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.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2555535&amp;ptId=105881" target="_blank">Click here to view the Job description and Person specification</a></li></ul>





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Southwark Council

Arboricultural Officer

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>At Southwark Council, we don’t just manage buildings – we create places that matter. As Assistant Director of Corporate Facilities Management, you’ll lead the charge in reimagining how our buildings and their maintenance support our frontline services, staff, and communities. With nearly 500 assets under your remit, you’ll play a critical role in supporting one of the largest, most complex and rewarding estates portfolios in local government. Here’s why this role is a game-changer: <ul><li>Impact with scale: Support 5,000+ staff and influence a borough-wide transformation through Southwark 2030 – our vision for a fair, green and safe borough.</li><li>Portfolio with purpose: Oversee high-profile projects including multi-million-pound capital investments and workplace fit-outs.</li><li>Leadership with autonomy: Report directly to the Director of People &amp; Organisational Development, leading a high-performing team of senior specialists with the freedom to shape and deliver your strategic vision.</li></ul><h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4>We are looking for someone who is meticulous, highly skilled and driven by public service with a track-record in driving transformation and creating a legacy. This job will involve the following: <ul><li>Leading the strategic and operational delivery of FM services across Southwark’s corporate estate</li><li>Designing long-term procurement and contract strategies that bring national policy and local priorities to life</li><li>Reinforcing a strong health &amp; safety culture and ensuring full legal and regulatory compliance</li><li>Overseeing complex capital and maintenance projects aligned to borough regeneration and service transformation</li><li>Driving innovation and sustainability in estate management, supporting our decarbonisation and inclusive design goals</li><li>Managing high-value budgets and delivering services that offer both quality and value for money</li><li>Building strong internal and external partnerships that enable change, improvement, and accountability</li><li>Advising senior leaders, including the Chief Executive and Cabinet, on FM strategy, risk and performance</li></ul><h4>What We're Looking For</h4><ul><li>A strategic thinker with senior-level leadership experience in facilities or estate management.</li><li>Degree-level educated (or equivalent), with a relevant professional qualification (e.g. BIFM, IWFM, CIPS)</li><li>Deep knowledge of FM best practices in a public sector context, with a sharp focus on compliance, procurement, value for money and sustainability</li><li>A proven track record in leading major refurbishments, relocations, or capital projects</li><li>Excellent communication and influencing skills, confident working with senior political and executive leaders</li><li>A collaborative, innovative, and empowering leadership style</li><li>A proven track record of leading high-performing teams in a fast-paced, customer-centric environment.</li><li>Sharp problem-solving ability with an eye for continuous improvement and innovation.</li><li>Tech-savvy with Microsoft Office proficiency and the ability to get the best from digital tools.</li><li>You’ll enjoy a hybrid working pattern, combining flexible home working with 3 days working from various sites across the borough.</li><li>We are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship for this role.</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: £83,964 - £105,096 This post attracts an additional benefit to the value of £3,503 PA for staff which can be used for benefits or taken as cash. Application Closing Date: 11.59pm on 4th of August 2025Stakeholder Panel Interview: W/C 18th of August 2025Final Interview Date: W/C 25th of August 2025 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 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>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. #LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2552540&amp;ptId=105843" target="_blank">Job Description &amp; Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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Assistant Director Corporate Facilities Management

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4> Southwark is a dynamic, forward-thinking borough at the heart of London. As the largest social landlord in the capital, we manage 55,000 homes and support a population that is young, diverse, and full of potential. Our business community is thriving, with over 18,300 enterprises, including iconic venues and innovative start-ups. We’re committed to delivering fairer outcomes for all, and our work is shaped by Southwark Stands Together – our commitment to tackling inequality, racism, and injustice. Our refreshed Borough Plan places our communities at the centre of decision-making, ensuring Southwark continues to be a place where everyone can thrive. Join us and be part of a council that is proud of its ambition, connected to its residents, and driven by purpose.<h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4> We have an exciting opportunity for a Enforcement Officer to join our Licensing Team, supporting the delivery of a safe, fair, and well-regulated borough. Reporting to the Principal Enforcement Officer – Licensing, you will play a key role in the administration and enforcement of a broad range of licensing legislation. This includes the Licensing Act 2003, Gambling Act 2005, and taxi and private hire licensing.Your work will include: • Assessing and processing licence applications • Conducting compliance checks and inspections • Leading enforcement operations, including occasional out-of-hours work • Investigating potential offences and preparing prosecution reports • Presenting evidence at court and licensing hearingsThis is a varied and high-profile role that will see you work closely with residents, businesses, partner agencies, and colleagues across the council. <h4>What We're Looking For</h4>We’re seeking a confident and experienced licensing professional with strong knowledge of the legislation and a proactive, hands-on approach to enforcement.You will have: • Proven experience administering and issuing licences across multiple regimes • A solid understanding of licensing legislation and enforcement procedures • Strong investigative and inspection skills • Experience preparing legal reports and giving evidence in court • Excellent communication skills with the ability to work with people at all levels and handle challenging situations effectivelyThis is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a regulatory environment and is passionate about public protection, fair licensing, and working in a diverse and fast-paced London borough.<h4>Additional Information</h4>Closing date: Sunday 10 August 2025Interviews: W/c 25 August 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:• 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 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 programme</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.





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