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As the Senior Social Worker, you will be required to contribute to the delivery of a highly effective Adult Social Care service in an efficient manner. You will ensure the service is delivered using a strengths based, personalised approach and lead on agreed areas of quality assurance and audit activity – ensuring that multiple and complex sources of information (e.g. complaints, safeguarding adult reviews, audits etc.) are gathered, analysed, and used to direct quality improvement activity. You will be responsible for the professional supervision and oversee a team of social care staff ensuring improvement activity with the service is driven by but not limited to training, coaching and mentoring, peer support workshops. You will provide oversight, professional advice and guidance to the team whilst maintaining your own complex case load. You will be required to work autonomously within the role, demonstrating expert and effective practice in complex situations managing higher levels of risk in a way that ensures the safeguarding and welfare of service users. You will work within organisational policy and legislative requirements including The Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and Mental Health Act. You will research and develop practice guidance, training materials and best practice toolkits in line with local and national policy and ensure that these are understood and adopted operationally. You will be required to develop good practice guidance and tools within a specialist area of the service ensuring learning is shared across all professionals to improve practice and achieve better outcome for our service users. You will represent the local authority in a range of key meetings, panels and groups, ensuring follow up on agreed actions and work closely with colleagues within the council and external partners ensuring that person centred outcomes are met in ways which utilise available resources as effectively as possible.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





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This is Medway

Senior Social Worker - Early Help and Prevention

We are looking for a School Crossing Patrol to ensure the safety of children, and other pedestrians, crossing the road at a designated point between specified times. The discharge of these duties must not be to the detriment of the welfare of other road users.To carry out the Council’s policy with regard to the SCP Service which includes Health and Safety Procedures.To use all uniform and equipment provided for the safety of yourself, children and all other members of the public, especially when stopping traffic on the Highway.Maintain control over children who are awaiting your instructions to cross. When children need to cross the road, the post holder will walk to the middle of the road, wait for a gap in traffic and then escort the children across the road.Report any problems or difficulties to the Manager of the SCP Service.The post holder will report any concerns regarding children’s behaviour to the appropriate person.The post holder may be required to write a report about any incidents.The post holder will be required to use a stop sign.The post holder will be required to communicate with members of the public, and may be exposed to verbal abuse from parents and members of the public.There is a need for concentrated sensory attention in short periodsThe post holder will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager please call Leanne Adams on 01634 331743.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. Transport &amp; Parking are seeking a School Crossing Patrol to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs. <h4>Important Information- </h4><h4>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</h4>For further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Post titlePlanning Services &amp; Operations ManagerPost NoTBCSalaryStarting from £52,741 to £56,195 per annumGradeGrade 9Hours37 hours per weekPlace of workWorthing Town Hall/hybridClosing date12th November 2025 at 23:55pmInterviewsTBC The Planning Services &amp; Operations Manager is a crucial role in leading multidisciplinary professional officers across the Planning, Land Charges and Street Naming and Numbering teams.In this role you will provide leadership across the technical and support services associated with the functions with a digital by default approach seeking continuous improvement as to how we provide our services to residents and stakeholders. You will be responsible for dealing with many first points of contact to the planning department ranging from general planning enquiries, freedom of information requests and land searches.A particularly important part of this role will be to seek and implement opportunities to improve the efficiency of service, where possible streamlining operations to ensure that members of the team are able to devote their expertise to providing a high quality customer focused service.The postholder will need to demonstrate continuous professional development at a senior management level with experience of local government and knowledge of relevant planning legislation. An ability to deal effectively with customers and other stakeholders as well as a commitment to change management where necessary is also required.As councils, we are committing to a new operating model which will bring digital and data into the heart of the organisation. As a leader in the organisation we will ask you to champion this shift and to ensure that your own practice and your service is demonstrably adopting new ways of working.If this sounds like the role for you, we look forward to receiving your application!At Adur &amp; Worthing, we are committed to supporting care leavers, in accordance with the Children (Leaving Care) Act 2000 and the Children and Social Work Act 2017. To that end, we operate a guaranteed interview scheme for anyone meeting the essential criteria of the role they are applying for. In order to be considered for this, you will need to be a care leaver under the age of 25 at the time of application. Please confirm that you are a care leaver in the "Showing how you meet the person specification and job description" section of the application form. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of applicants declaring a disability, that meet the essential criteria for this position, will be offered an interview. Staff are our most important asset and we therefore have a benefit package which reflects our continuing commitment to our employees. This includes:<ul><li>Generous leave entitlement; a minimum of 26 days + Bank Holiday entitlement</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Training &amp; development</li><li>Occupational Health</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)</li><li>Employee resource groups/networks </li><li>Buddy Support Programme </li><li>Flexible working options</li></ul>We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. Staff work in a supportive and safe environment, recognising their responsibility to value and respect each other’s contributions. Standards of conduct must be of the highest level to ensure that no-one is harassed, bullied or victimised. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, staff engagement forums and are keen to hear from applicants from a variety of different backgrounds.





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Adur & Worthing Councils

Planning Services & Operations Manager

Our Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’.Our Team Come and join the Mental Health Social Work/AMHP Team- Runcorn/Widnes and Older Person’s CMHT in Halton. We are a small local authority which does not take long to travel across the borough. Halton is close to motorway networks including the M6, M62, M56 etc. We have a base in Vine Street resource centre- Widnes and The Brooker Centre- Runcorn- this offers flexibility to the team. Halton Borough Council also provide a generous essential car user allowance and a flexible working week. You can receive up to 34 days annual leave per annum (Plus bank holidays) and access to HBC’s lease Car, Bike Schemes, and free parking throughout your places of work. Bridge fees will also be paid in line with council business. Hours: 37 per weekYour Contributions:The Mental Health social work team works with adults, who meet the criteria in line with the Care Act and require support in relation to their mental health. We work closely with our Mental Health Trust colleagues to provide a responsive, holistic and recovery focussed response to adults with complex mental health needs.We are a well-established and stable team with supportive management. The managers in the team are experienced AMHP’s who will offer support and guidance. Our team has a mixture of experienced practitioners all willing to support new members to the team. We are a friendly and welcoming team. We are looking for qualified Approved Mental Health Professionals. HBC 9, Spinal Points 32-35- £42,839-£46,142- Approved Mental Health Professional (Pay award pending). Social, Workers will also receive in addition to their salary a £4,000 Market Supplement (pro rata) PLUS AMHP’s will also attract an additional £2000 per annum market supplement. PLUS Essential Car User allowance. You must be a qualified social worker registered with Social Work England, and a qualified Approved Mental Health Professional in order to perform the statutory duties of an AMHP for Halton Borough Council. As an Approved Mental Health Professional we also offer an additional £2,000 per year allowance and Essential Car user. The day time AMHP service includes the working hours between 9am- 5pm Monday- Friday. Relevant training is also provided to ensure professional development, access to support/advice, regular AMHP supervision with the AMHP Lead and monthly AMHP forums- where there will be cake! Our Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development </li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites </li><li>Flexible working arrangements </li><li>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme.</li><li>Essential car user allowance </li><li>Market supplement of up to £6k per annum</li></ul>Next Steps:For an informal discussion about this post, please contact (Steve Westhead/Maria Stracey) <a href="mailto:steve.westhead@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">steve.westhead@halton.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:Maria.stracey@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">Maria.stracey@halton.gov.uk</a>Interviews will be held in December 2025At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>





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Halton Borough Council's Plan

Social Worker- Approved Mental Health Professional 

<a href="index.cfm?fa=jobs.accessapplication">Load Application</a><h4>Leisure Attendants</h4>Leisure Attendant - Waterside Leisure Centre &amp; Runnymede3 x Full Time ( 37 hours )Why Castle Point?Castle Point Borough Council is a statutory body responsible for employing nearly 350 staff, and delivering over 150 council services, both statutory and for the community's well-being and benefit. Castle Point Borough Council aims to provide high-quality and financially sustainable services while prioritising outstanding customer service, transparency in decision-making, and promoting local democracy. Additionally, the council seeks to transform, modernize, and improve its performance, as well as support and enable the communities within its jurisdiction to be strong, healthy, and thriving.Our Values: Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, and Customer FocusAll positions will be inclusive of both leisure centres, Waterside Farm Leisure Centre, and Runnymede Leisure Centre.Working hours are Monday to Friday 06:30 - 22:30, Saturday 07:00 - 18:30 and Sunday 07:00 - 20:30.The OpportunityThe Leisure Attendant is responsible for ensuring a safe, enjoyable, and welcoming environment for all leisure centre users. This includes supervising activities, maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards, providing excellent customer service, and assisting in the daily operations of the facility. The Leisure Attendant plays a vital role in upholding safety regulations including supervising the poolside area, promoting positive user experiences, and contributing to the overall success of the leisure centre.Accountabilities<ul><li>To supervise swimming pool sessions, identifying potential hazards and taking appropriate action in line with the Pool Safety Operating Procedures.</li><li>To administer first aid as required.</li><li>To clean internal and external areas and to maintain the facilities to a high standard following health and safety procedures at all times.</li><li>To be helpful, polite and courteous and to provide excellent customer care at all times</li><li>To be responsible for erecting, dismantling and storage of equipment within the facility/facilities in accordance with the timetable of activities and events.</li><li>To assist with deliveries as and when instructed, ensuring safe storage of stock.</li><li>To enforce all rules associated with the use of the facilities to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all the customers.</li><li>To ensure that any damaged equipment or building fabric is reported immediately.</li><li>To work at any of the Council's Leisure facilities as required.</li><li>To comply with the centres operating procedures and to be aware of any responsibilities contained therein e.g Emergency Action Plan</li></ul>The Experience You Will Bring<ul><li>A positive "can do" attitude when dealing with a wide range of individuals and queries, ensuring excellent customer care</li><li>The ability to work independently and as part of a team</li><li>Knowledge of health and safety</li><li>Able to promote and safeguard the welfare of children, young person's and vulnerable adults.</li><li>Requirement to work flexible shifts to meet the requirements of the service</li></ul>Benefits of this role include:<ul><li>FREE Gym membership</li><li>Large pension contribution</li><li>On-going CPD training for employee growth</li><li>Part of a multiple award-winning team</li><li>Opportunities to become multi-skilled</li></ul>Castle Point Borough Council is proud to be a disability confident Leader. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process.Castle Point Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.If you have queries on this role or require anything further, please email Connor Hollington - <a href="mailto:chollington@castlepoint.gov.uk" target="_blank">chollington@castlepoint.gov.uk</a> &amp; Tiffany Tedham - <a href="mailto:ttedham@castlepoint.gov.uk" target="_blank">ttedham@castlepoint.gov.uk</a> <h4>Related Documents</h4><ul><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/Jobs/PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf">PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf</a> (238kb)</li><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/0000\600/659/Leisure Attendant JD - June 2024.pdf">Leisure Attendant JD - June 2024.pdf</a> (197kb)</li></ul>





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Castle Point Borough Council

Leisure Attendants

<a href="index.cfm?fa=jobs.accessapplication">Load Application</a><h4>Swimming Instructor</h4>Casual Swimming InstructorLocations: Runnymede Leisure Centre (Benfleet) &amp; Waterside Farm Leisure Centre (Canvey Island) Pay: £15–£19 per hour (depending on qualifications) Contract Type: CasualClosing Date - 30th November Castle Point Borough Council is looking for enthusiastic and committed Swimming Instructors to join our vibrant Swim Academy team. Whether you're newly qualified or looking to develop your skills, we offer a supportive environment and full training to help you thrive.About the RoleAs a Swimming Instructor, you’ll:<ul><li>Coach pupils aged 4+ in all aspects of swimming.</li><li>Design and deliver safe, progressive, and fun lessons.</li><li>Work closely with the Swim Academy Lead and team to ensure high-quality service delivery.</li><li>Maintain and update your coaching qualifications.</li><li>Work flexible hours to suit the needs of the business.</li></ul>What We’re Looking ForWe welcome applications from both qualified instructors and those looking to train. Ideally, you will hold:<ul><li>Swim England Level 2 Certificate or STA Award/Certificate</li><li>RLSS NRASTC Qualification (desirable)</li></ul>You should also be:<ul><li>Friendly, well-presented, and customer-focused.</li><li>Motivated, organised, and able to work under pressure.</li><li>Creative in lesson planning and confident in working with children of all abilities.</li></ul>Safeguarding &amp; CommitmentThis role requires an Enhanced DBS check. Castle Point Borough Council is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees to share this commitment.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer.Casual Employment InformationAs a casual employee, you can choose whether to accept offered shifts. Once accepted, you are expected to attend work. Engagement ends at the end of each shift, and there is no obligation for future engagements.Interested?For an informal discussion, please contact Jack Lloyd, Swim Academy Lead at <a href="mailto:jlloyd@castlepoint.gov.uk" target="_blank">jlloyd@castlepoint.gov.uk</a>. <h4>Related Documents</h4><ul><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/Jobs/PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf">PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf</a> (238kb)</li><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/0000\600/657/Job Profile - Swim Instructor.pdf">Job Profile - Swim Instructor.pdf</a> (167kb)</li></ul>





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Swimming Instructor

<h4>The Role</h4>Do you see yourself making a meaningful difference to the lives of adults with learning disabilities?Can you use your skills and compassion to create a safe, caring, and stimulating home environment?If yes, we have the perfect role for you!Our Orient Street Short Breaks Respite Service is seeking passionate and committed Residential Support Workers to join our exceptional team and help improve outcomes for adults with learning disabilities.About the Role:We are looking for a number of people with experience of supporting adults with learning disabilities to join our team as Residential Support Workers. Orient Street Short Breaks Respite Service is for adults with learning disabilities. It provides a safe, caring and stimulating living environment for young people and adults with learning disabilities.As a Residential Support Worker your focus would be on providing this safe and caring environment while also offering opportunities for resident’s to maximise their independence and engage in ordinary living and community life.This includes the provision of personal care, domestic care, manging health and safety and implementing activities for residents. Cooking meals and supporting residents with eating and meal prep as required.There is a necessity to be able to maintain records of activities and be able to update plans and risk assessments as needed. This will be on the electronic records of all residents and a basic level of IT skills are required as well as an ability to use Microsoft suite and electronic care records.This unit is open 365 days a year and staff are expected to work as scheduled outside of leave agreements. All staff work a minimum of two weekends a month (with one weekend being a full weekend).About You:Successful candidates will need to have an understanding of the needs of carers and the importance or respite care, knowledge of other social care roles and other professions and statutory organisations such as CQC.The post holder will be required to complete all level 2 and 3 training for this role if they do not already hold this qualification. There is also an annual requirement to update and maintain professional development of skills with renewal of qualifications as required.This is an opportunity to provide a vital role in supporting carers to provide care to adults with learning disabilities while developing a career in care with access training and development opportunities.Please note the post holder will be expected to work shifts as part of a 7 day rota. Shifts are typically 07:00 – 15:00 and 14:00 – 22:00.This role also requires the occasional sleep-in shift (these will be discussed and agreed in advance but are a requirement of the role).This role requires an enhanced DBS.About the Team:Orient Street Short Breaks Respite Service provides a safe, welcoming, and person-centred environment focused on empowerment and quality of life. The team is highly supportive, values-driven, and committed to continuous learning. This role offers a rewarding career pathway in care, with structured training and development opportunities.For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification located at the bottom of the advert.Contact Information:For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Karen Walker at <a href="mailto:Karen.Walker@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Karen.Walker@southwark.gov.uk</a>.Additional Information:<ul><li>This unit is open 365 days a year</li><li>The post holder will be expected to work shifts as part of a 7 day rota.</li><li>Enhanced DBS required</li></ul>Benefits and more information:In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Staff Benefits</a> page.<h4>Recruitment timetable</h4>Advert close date: 11:59pm on 16th November 2025Shortlisting date/s: 18th November 2025Interview and assessment date/s: 25th November 2025The 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.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>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 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=2644757&amp;ptId=109100" target="_blank">Orient Street - Support Worker JD 2020.docx</a></li></ul>





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Southwark Council

Residential Support Officer

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £47,181 – £50,269 a year pro rata plus £3,203 car benefit allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Fixed Term / Secondment An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Service Designer to join the Council’s Transformation Team and play a key role in the design and continuous improvement of services that place residents at the centre of everything we do. This role will be instrumental in ensuring services are accessible, inclusive and efficient, contributing directly to the Council’s ambition to become a modern, innovative organisation aligned to the Luton 2040 vision.The postholder will work collaboratively across the Transformation function, including with the PMO, Transformation Leads and Change Managers, to ensure a consistent, end-to-end approach to service design and delivery. The role will involve undertaking user research to understand resident needs and experiences, mapping service journeys, and co-designing solutions with residents, staff and stakeholders. The Service Designer will identify opportunities for improvement, support the delivery of user-centred solutions and champion best practice in design across the organisation. This is a pivotal role in ensuring that the Council’s services are responsive, sustainable and deliver value for residents and the organisation alike.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>You will bring substantial experience of service design, user research and transformation within a complex organisation, together with a sound understanding of design principles and methodologies focused on user needs and experience. You will have the ability to map end-to-end service journeys, identify areas for improvement and develop evidence-based solutions that enhance accessibility, efficiency and effectiveness.You will demonstrate familiarity with Government Digital Service (GDS) design principles and have the confidence to influence and support colleagues to adopt user-centred approaches. Excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving skills are essential, along with the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders, including residents, senior officers and partners.You will be able to demonstrate experience in re-engineering business processes, improving online user experiences and integrating digital solutions with back-office systems. A graduate-level qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline is required, alongside a strong commitment to equality, accessibility and continuous improvement.This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a passion for service design and transformation to make a tangible difference to the way the Council delivers services to residents.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority. On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1640277&amp;ptId=11981" target="_blank">download: PREF105733 202509 M3 Service Designer .pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1640279&amp;ptId=11981" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer (1).pdf</a></li></ul>





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Luton Borough Council

Service Designer

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £63,721 - £67,067 a year pro rata plus £3,203 car benefit allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Fixed Term / Secondment (12 months) This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and dynamic professional to join our organisation as a Transformation Lead. The postholder will play a pivotal role in driving and managing significant programmes of change that support the Council’s transformation priorities and the delivery of the Luton 2040 vision. This role will lead complex, cross-cutting transformation projects, working across services and systems to deliver improvements in efficiency and effectiveness.Transformation leads are responsible for providing strategic leadership to deliver new service models, embed innovative ways of working and ensure that Luton’s values are reflected in all aspects of change. They are required to work closely with senior leaders, partners and residents, the role will lead on the design and implementation of new operating models, user journeys and solutions that improve access and streamline services. The postholder will ensure that programmes are well-governed, data-led and aligned with the Council’s wider strategies.This Transformation Lead post will align to our people services directorates (e.g. Children &amp; Families, Adult Social Care and Housing) to drive complex programmes across these services, in order to enable better outcomes for our residents. Therefore, a strong understanding of the challenges faced and demonstrated experience of leading transformation within these areas would be desirable.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>You will bring substantial experience of leading large-scale organisational change, delivering measurable financial and non-financial benefits and driving service transformation within a complex organisation. You will have a strong track record of influencing and engaging senior stakeholders, members and partners, building trust and securing commitment to change. A proven leader, you will be skilled at developing and motivating multi-disciplinary teams, creating an environment that fosters innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.You will possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex information, identify patterns and trends and develop clear business cases and project plans. Your communication and influencing skills will enable you to build effective relationships at all levels, both internally and externally, ensuring that change is co-designed with residents, staff and partners. You will have a strong understanding of programme and project management methodologies, risk management, and the principles of effective customer service and digital transformation.Educated to degree level or with equivalent experience, you will hold or be working towards a recognised project management qualification. You will also have a sound understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion and be committed to embedding these principles throughout service delivery and organisational change. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and forward-thinking individual to make a significant contribution to shaping the future of the Council and improving outcomes for our residents.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority. On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1640355&amp;ptId=11979" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer (1).pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1640367&amp;ptId=11979" target="_blank">download: PREF105732 202509 M7 Transformation Lead.pdf</a></li></ul>





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We are looking for a School Crossing Patrol to ensure the safety of children, and other pedestrians, crossing the road at a designated point between specified times. The discharge of these duties must not be to the detriment of the welfare of other road users.To carry out the Council’s policy with regard to the SCP Service which includes Health and Safety Procedures.To use all uniform and equipment provided for the safety of yourself, children and all other members of the public, especially when stopping traffic on the Highway.Maintain control over children who are awaiting your instructions to cross. When children need to cross the road, the post holder will walk to the middle of the road, wait for a gap in traffic and then escort the children across the road.Report any problems or difficulties to the Manager of the SCP Service.The post holder will report any concerns regarding children’s behaviour to the appropriate person.The post holder may be required to write a report about any incidents.The post holder will be required to use a stop sign.The post holder will be required to communicate with members of the public and may be exposed to verbal abuse from parents and members of the public.There is a need for concentrated sensory attention in short periodsThe successful post holder will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager please call Leanne Adams on 01634 331743.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. Transport &amp; Parking are seeking a School Crossing Patrol to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs. <h4>Important Information- </h4><h4>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</h4>For further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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School Crossing Patrol - Hoo St Werburgh

About the BoroughJoining us, you get to work for not just one high performing London Borough, but two.Kingston and Sutton councils have a number of shared services serving both authorities, with some teams and roles more focussed on one council than the other, but the majority are shared across both, meaning you get multiple opportunities to learn from a wider pool of activities and two different political bodies.&nbsp;We work flexibly in both Kingston and Sutton offices, and support working at home or flexible working patterns that enable you to tailor your working and personal life. We provide the equipment and tools to enable you to work flexibly, and in return ask you to use that flexibility to be creative and ambitious in the services we deliver.There are some really exciting things happening in both boroughs. In Sutton, we are developing the London Cancer Hub, a world leading cancer research and treatment hub that will bring together professionals from across different sectors to identify and test new treatments and therapies. Over in Kingston, we are undertaking the largest housing regeneration programme ever delivered in the borough, building new energy efficient housing that will transform some of our oldest Council owned housing. Both boroughs have publicly committed to doing what they can to tackle the climate emergency and are investing in new technologies and societal change that will help bring carbon emissions down and improve our climate impact.You should choose Kingston and Sutton if you are looking for an opportunity that will challenge you to deliver more, support you to achieve personal ambitions, and expect you to put borough residents at the heart of what you do.Kingston is a beautiful Royal borough with a historic setting on the banks of the Thames with excellent schools and a bustling retail centre, all surrounded by open green spaces such as Richmond Park and Bushy Park, former recreation grounds for Tudor Kings and Queens. The Council is controlled by a Liberal Democrat Administration and has a council plan “Greener, Fairer, Safer, Together”, that sets out a vision to be a vibrant, diverse and inclusive borough where residents are active, empowered, engaged and able to remain independent and resilient. The Council engages with residents through a number of forums and events through the year, and like Sutton plays a leading role in developing the South West Region of London.Sutton is a well connected attractive part of London that has a reputation for excellent schools, green and leafy open spaces, and a history that drives a thriving heritage and culture offer through our museums and libraries. The Council is controlled by a long established Liberal Democrat Administration and has high ambitions set out in its corporate plan “Ambitious for Sutton”, that will ensure Sutton remains a great place to live, work and raise a family. The Council plays a leading role in a number of local partnerships and places great emphasis on engaging effectively with its residents, listening to local voices and making their message heard across London Government.About the Service and TeamKingston and Sutton Councils employ nearly 500 staff across its shared services in HR, Finance, Customer Service, Neighbourhoods, Environment and ICT. This is a highly rewarding way of working that will help you develop new skills as you manage relationships and provide a consistent service across multiple partners. Our team focus on providing a resourcing administration and advisory service and ensure the highest standards are adopted in regards to all elements of the recruitment process to support the priorities and needs of our customers of Kingston and Sutton Councils and other traded services organisations.&nbsp;You join a small team who manage the recruitment process for both councils, using the Oleeo ATS system and Payroll/HRIS system iTrent; knowledge of these would be preferable but not compulsory. We need to be flexible and creative in our approach to recruitment, to support our Hiring Managers to attract the best candidates for Kingston and Sutton Councils and our traded Partner organisations.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateWe're recruiting for 2 x roles (36 hours per week) on a temporary contract basis, 1x role until 31st March 2026 and 1x role until 31st August 2026. This role will be primarily focused on supporting our customers in Kingston. Whilst this is a hybrid role, you will be required to work in the Civic Centre in Sutton every Tuesday, with adhoc working in either Sutton or our Kingston Guildhall buildings as required to support our customers.Working in our Resourcing Team, you’ll be responsible for providing a professional, efficient, customer focused HR Resourcing administration and campaigns advisory service, supporting the priorities of all our customers.&nbsp;Your responsibilities will include managing the administration of the end-to-end recruitment life cycle through our Applicant Tracking (ATS) and Payroll/HR Information (HRIS) Systems, adhering to policies and procedures to ensure safe and fair recruitment, as well as supporting and advising hiring managers on the best and most cost effective recruitment strategies for their vacant roles.&nbsp;This role offers a lot of variety with the chance to work on permanent recruitment for staff at all levels, provide a strong customer focused advisory service to our customers and support with job evaluation for both Councils.About youWe’re looking for someone who can question and challenge our ways of working, demonstrate innovation and creativity, and can work successfully with key stakeholders and customers within and outside of the Council through effective communication.Strong experience in the end-to-end recruitment life cycle is a must along with the confidence in using an ATS system. With your relevant experience you will be confident in providing expert support and advice to managers on all elements of the recruitment process and be able to deal with a large volume of recruitment queries, whilst also adopting a targeted campaigns focused approach for hard to fill roles.&nbsp;You’ll also possess strong accuracy and attention to detail skills along with&nbsp;evidencing a track record of providing candidate focussed recruitment services&nbsp;and be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to your own personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the role.A full overview of the skills, abilities and experience we’re looking for is outlined in the job profile.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.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include:<ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement of 25-32 days, plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade.</li><li>Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li><li>Hybrid working (dependent on the role)</li><li>Flexible and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks</li><li>Learning and development portal offering a range of courses</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Confidential health &amp; wellbeing and counselling support</li></ul>Application ProcessApply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application and check your CV details have been uploaded correctly in the relevant sections.We understand and recognise the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace and are embracing AI where appropriate, to boost our productivity and streamline how we deliver our Council services efficiently; to provide the best possible outcomes for our residents and communities.&nbsp; However, we reserve the right to reject applications where it is apparent that AI-generated content has been used in isolation and without personalised responses. At Kingston&nbsp;we value authenticity and are looking for individuals who can clearly demonstrate their own skills, experience and motivation for the role that they are applying for and embrace and demonstrate our STAR&nbsp;values. Here at Kingston&nbsp;we have core values of Transparency and this is to be demonstrated during the application process and completion of the supporting statement and will be further tested at interview and selection stage for those who progress forward.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, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;As part of our award winning Diversity Programme we anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. We encourage our interview panels to be as diverse as possible (age, cultural, neurodiverse etc.) to reduce bias where possible. 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 and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups.To support our workers and their families 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 also proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer all our employees are guaranteed the London Living Wage regardless of their length or type of contract.The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance. 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.





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Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames

HR Resourcing Associate

<h4>Senior Accountant </h4><h4>Post No. 2094</h4><h4>Salary: Starting from £42,839 to £46,142 per annum</h4><h4>Grade: Grade 7 </h4>Hours 37 per weekPlace of Work: Worthing Town HallFlexible hybrid working – office-based with some home workingClosing date: 12th November 2025 at 23:55pmInterview date: TBCWe have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced Senior Accountant, to join us as a key member of the Council’s Finance team.As a Senior Accountant, reporting to the Principal Accountant you will be responsible for producing, maintaining, updating, monitoring and closure of all records relating to assigned areas.This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the financial management of a diverse range of services and work alongside dedicated professionals in a council that is committed to making a positive impact for the local community.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Preparation of budgets, monitoring, and reporting for specified areas.</li><li>Provide advice to Heads of Service and Service Managers to assist in managing their financial affairs.</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.</li><li>Assist in providing financial aspects of audits, risk assessments, and long-term asset planning. </li><li>To complete all relevant statutory returns, grant claims and other relevant returns relevant to the role.</li><li>Reconciliation of assigned areas.</li></ul>We are looking for an accountant with proven experience of finance in a complex organisation and shares a commitment to continuous improvement, as well as:<ul><li>Excellent technical skills with a strategic mindset.</li><li>Experience of working across teams, especially within multi-disciplinary and project-based settings.</li><li>Some knowledge of local government finance or similar complex environments. </li></ul>This is an exciting time to be part of a modern, ambitious council driving innovation and transformation. You’ll be empowered to make a difference and shape how we manage and invest in our assets to deliver real value to our communities.If this sounds like the role for you, we look forward to receiving your application form!At Adur &amp; Worthing, we are committed to supporting care leavers, in accordance with the Children (Leaving Care) Act 2000 and the Children and Social Work Act 2017. To that end, we operate a guaranteed interview scheme for anyone meeting the essential criteria of the role they are applying for. In order to be considered for this, you will need to be a care leaver under the age of 25 at the time of application. Please confirm that you are a care leaver in the "Showing how you meet the person specification and job description" section of the application form. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of applicants declaring a disability, that meet the essential criteria for this position, will be offered an interview. Staff are our most important asset and we therefore have a benefit package which reflects our continuing commitment to our employees. This includes:<ul><li>Generous leave entitlement; a minimum of 26 days + Bank Holiday entitlement</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Training &amp; development</li><li>Occupational Health</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)</li><li>Employee resource groups/networks </li><li>Buddy Support Programme </li><li>Flexible working options</li></ul>We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. Staff work in a supportive and safe environment, recognising their responsibility to value and respect each other’s contributions. Standards of conduct must be of the highest level to ensure that no-one is harassed, bullied or victimised. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, staff engagement forums and are keen to hear from applicants from a variety of different backgrounds.





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Job Description Contract &amp; Disposal Manager Salary: £63,393- £73,167&nbsp;per annum Grade: H Permanent Contract 37 Hours per Week&nbsp; We are seeking an experienced Contract &amp; Disposal Manager to provide support across a range of services with a particular focus on Waste Disposal, Environmental Enforcement and Highways Infrastructure. You will be confident&nbsp;in leading on the procurement, management and monitoring of external contractors and service providers that have significant service delivery implications while ensuring continuous improvement, efficiency and maximising value for money. Main Responsibilities include: <ul> <li>To manage and monitor the quality and financial performance of all Waste and other Environment and Highways &nbsp;services’ principal external contracts. This includes ensuring that all contracts are compliant with legislative and other regulatory prescriptions, including internal Constitutional, procurement and financial regulation procedures and policies.</li> <li>To oversee and manage the development of new initiatives within existing contracts that contribute to the Council and Directorate’s Strategic Objectives.</li> <li>To ensure that contract processes are performance led, subject to ongoing evaluation and meet the needs of the Directorate. This includes ensuring that performance data from the contracts is available to enable the Council to ensure that it is delivering value for money and can benchmark services.</li> <li>To ensure that there is a prompt and effective response to any issues and instances of non-compliance in relation to contracts.</li> <li>To take a lead role in the procurement processes relating to contracts for Environment and Highways Services.</li> <li>To actively explore the potential for development of joint contractual arrangements with strategic partners and other external public or private sector organisations.</li> </ul> Key Skills and Experience: <ul> <li>You will need&nbsp;to manage and monitor complex contracts, including the ability to robustly challenge when appropriate.</li> <li>Possess well-developed negotiation and influencing skills,&nbsp;</li> <li>Possess well-developed written and verbal communication skills;&nbsp;</li> <li>Have the ability to interpret, analyse and organise complex information and to use this to inform decision-making.</li> </ul> Essential Qualifications/Professional Registration: &nbsp;Full membership of a professional body within the Financial or Procurement sectors of the Chartered Institute of Waste Management (CIWM) DBS Check: Not required for this post.&nbsp; 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; Redeployment Applicants Only: 6th November 2025 Internal &amp; External Applications: 16th November 2025 Interview Date:&nbsp;TBC Additional Information&nbsp; If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:&nbsp; Paul Crick - Chief Operations Lead, Place - by email at <a href="mailto:Edward.Brotherton@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">paul.crick@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/EdJfwqjPxRtBvcZgrhSe510BC4UB4u4Yrp8oCCyczwHQ8Q?e=aDeCLP" 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. 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You will be joining a busy, friendly, and professional Licensing &amp; Business Compliance Team with prospects to gain experience in a wide range of subject areas as well as operate in a variety of commercial and domestic settings.&nbsp;The successful candidates will be working in our Regulatory Services team which is made up of multi-disciplinary professionals including Licensing, Trading Standards, Food and Safety, Housing Enforcement and Property Licensing. &nbsp;These specialisms embrace a range of service areas used by the community which primarily involves people, businesses or organisations needing to obtain some form of consent or are required to comply with various legal provisions. &nbsp;The service area aims to:<ul>
<li>Ensure that the public, visitors, workers and residents of Coventry have the right to a healthy and safe work and domestic environment;</li>
<li>Treat all regulated persons and businesses in a fair and consistent manner, through a process of education, persuasion and enforcement, ensuring that the public and businesses observe the law</li>
<li>Protect public health and the wider environment, whilst minimising disruption to enterprise or economic activity and reducing the legislative burden on complaint and business.</li>
</ul>We are seeking a positive, experienced, enthusiastic, talented and driven Business Compliance Enforcement Officer to join this busy and dynamic team.Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.Our Values are:<ul>
<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
</ul>What is the job role? Working alongside the Trading Standards and Senior Business Compliance Officer, you with be responsible for contributing to delivering a high-quality Business Compliance Service in a way that contributes to the achievement of the City Council’s vision and objectives for a growing and sustainable city.The day-to-day requirement of this role involves engaging with businesses to educate and encourage proprietors to comply with the relevant legislation and take enforcement action where necessary. You will also be:<ul>
<li>Investigating complaints;</li>
<li>Providing guidance and advice to businesses;</li>
<li>Conducting inspections;</li>
<li>Taking evidence and preparing prosecution files;</li>
<li>Interviewing alleged offenders under PACE.</li>
</ul>Full a full list of duties and responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description attached.All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such, appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).Who are we looking for? A Business Compliance Enforcement Officer with experience in carrying out investigative work in an enforcement environment, with knowledge and an understanding of legislation and Codes of Practice (including PACE).You will have the ability to build relationships with businesses and customers and have excellent standards of customer care and equal opportunities when delivering the business compliance function.We are looking for someone with the ability to deal confidently with a wide range of people including businesses, the public, internal and external stakeholders, Elected Members, senior managers, and colleagues. You will need to have good written and oral communication skills and excellent organisational skills to enable workload prioritisation and meeting deadlines.When applying for this role you will be asked to write a personal statement, when writing your personal statement please include the following:<ul>
<li>Experience, Knowledge and understanding of legislation and Codes of Practice in relation to Trading and Consumer Protection</li>
<li>Examples of communicating confidently and effectively with a wide range of customer and partner agencies.</li>
<li>Ability to work on your own initiative and generating ideas to solve problems.</li>
</ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'Interview date:&nbsp; 1st December 2025About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and&nbsp;benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Business Compliance Enforcement Officer

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Golden opportunity to join our staff team!
Vacancy for an Independent Living Co-ordinator (ILC) Remuneration £29,795.22 plus benefits
12 Month Fixed Term Contract 
Waltham Forest Housing Association (WFHA) is a progressive organisation that punches above its weight and is deeply rooted in its community in the East End of London.
We are a small social housing provider with 330 homes in Waltham Forest (Walthamstow, Leyton, Leytonstone and Chingford). We are values driven, tenant-focussed and, have a strong commitment to tackling inequality and promoting inclusion. WFHA is an anti-racist organisation.
We have a diverse, committed and engaged Board and staff team and excellent levels of tenant satisfaction.
Who we are looking for
We’re looking for a dedicated and motivated Independent Living Co-ordinator to join our team, duties include overseeing a small patch of approximately 80 homes, reviewing tenant applications for housing, voids and allocations, weekly welfare checks, chairing tenant meetings and surgeries, helping tenants with tenancy sustainment, signposting tenants to third party agencies, maximising tenant income and taking part in the association’s on call rota.
What we offer
We offer an agile working environment, work based pension, life insurance, employee assistance programme and more. We provide a great induction, access to training / development, support with ICT, and being part of our committed small close-knit team.
If you're an experienced housing professional looking to work in a flexible and forward-thinking organisation looking for an exciting new challenge, then we'd be delighted to hear from you.
Check us out: <a href="https://wfha.org.uk" target="_blank">https://wfha.org.uk</a>
If you are interested in applying for this role, please download and complete the application form. Return forms to - <a href="mailto:recruit@wfha.org.uk" target="_blank">recruit@wfha.org.uk</a>.
Application and interview process:
<ul>
<li>Monday 01 December 2025, 5pm: Application closing date - forms to be returned to <a href="mailto:recruit@wfha.org.uk" target="_blank">recruit@wfha.org.uk</a></li>
<li>Wednesday 10 December 2025: Interviews will take place in person at our offices in Chingford</li>
<li>As part of the interview process, applicants will be asked to complete a short competency based test.</li>
<li>This role is a priority within our association therefore we are looking to appoint a new member to our team who can start immediately or as soon as possible (in line with applicants notice periods).</li>
</ul>

Independent Living Co-ordinator (ILC)

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Secondment cover for 23 months&nbsp;
We are seeking an enthusiastic, empathetic, passionate, organised and team-oriented individual who enjoys a challenge and embraces change. The successful candidate will work with us to continue to be the best landlord in the town by changing lives for the better and strengthening communities. We value our staff and the difference that they make to our customers.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Our Housing and Communities Teams are passionate about the people who live in our town; our vision is for everyone to have the opportunity to live in a good quality sustainable home within a lively and thriving neighbourhood. We have a great track record in building strategic partnerships, successfully bidding for Government funding, and major project delivery.&nbsp;&nbsp;
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.&nbsp;
About this Role&nbsp;
This role is a hybrid of office and home working as well as being out on our estates.  This is a very varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. One day you will be visiting residents in their home to discuss affordable payment arrangements and the next carrying out tenancy sign ups. You will be creative in your approach to support customers and ensure optimal income collection. You will be responsible for managing your own dedicated accounts and really getting to know your tenants, providing expert advice around welfare benefits and income maximisation. You will have an eye for detail and will want to do the best by our residents in supporting them to sustain their tenancies.&nbsp;
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:&nbsp;
Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do&nbsp;
Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential&nbsp;
Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way&nbsp;
Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed&nbsp;
About you&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>You’ll be a self-starter with a proactive approach to your workload and possess the ability to work without close supervision. A full, clean UK driving licence is desirable. You’ll also have excellent customer services skills and the following experience&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>A working knowledge of welfare benefits&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Effective decision-making skills, a diplomatic and confidential approach, and the ability to prioritise a busy workload.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Experience in a customer facing role, especially in income management or debt recovery/collection (preferably in a social housing environment, although this is not essential)&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Our offer&nbsp;
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.&nbsp;
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service and 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.&nbsp; The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
For more information on this position please contact Kelly Swift, Housing Income Recovery Team Leader at <a href="mailto:Kelly.Swift@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">Kelly.Swift@reading.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
&nbsp;Closing Date: Sunday 12th November 2025&nbsp;
Proposed Interview Date: To be confirmed&nbsp;
Interview Process: To be confirmed&nbsp;
Please note that 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 return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Reading Borough Council

Housing Income Recovery Officer

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We are seeking an enthusiastic, passionate, organised and team-oriented individual who enjoys a challenge where change is your ally and creativity is your best friend. To work with us to continue to be the best landlord in the town by changing lives for the better and strengthen communities. We value our staff and the difference that they make to our customers.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Our Housing and Communities Teams are passionate about the people who live in our town; our vision is for everyone to have the opportunity to live in a good quality sustainable home within in a lively and thriving neighbourhood. We have a great track record in building strategic partnerships, successfully bidding for Government funding, major project delivery.&nbsp;&nbsp;
This role is responsible for management and delivery of effective and efficient Housing Income Recovery for secure and non-secure council tenants, Rent Guarantee Scheme and Homes for Reading tenants including service charges, former tenant arrears and rechargeable repairs and emergency accommodation.&nbsp;&nbsp;
You will be responsible for delivering an effective Income collection and recovery service with a strong focus on supporting tenants to maintain their tenancies. Early intervention will be key here and you will need to constantly devise new strategies for rent collection in order for tenants to sustain their tenancies and maximise revenue.&nbsp;
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.&nbsp;
About the role&nbsp;
This post will be responsible for ensuring that as the service expands and develops that we have the correct resources in place to provide an excellent Housing Income Recovery service to our tenants and work collaboratively with our colleagues and partners to ensure that robust support packages are in place to support vulnerable tenants to sustain their tenancies effectively and avoid the revolving door to homelessness&nbsp;
Main duties and responsibilities&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>To have continued commitment for Reading to stay in the top quartile nationally for rent collection.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>To provide statistical based data to the Housing Income Recovery Manager weekly on the teams performance promptly identifying areas for improvement&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>To devise strategies to promote payment of rent and ensuring that teams are well versed in such practices.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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<li>To lead, manage and develop the team to meet service objectives and achieve required standards and targets&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ensure an effective frontline Housing Income Recovery Service is provided for customers in conjunction with other statutory and voluntary agencies&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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<li>Link the function with internal and external services to deliver a cohesive approach to meet the needs of the customer&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>To deliver a high-quality service in which tenants and elected members are satisfied&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
About you&nbsp;
The following experience is required for this role:&nbsp;&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Evidence of a thorough knowledge of legal recovery procedures and legislation.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Evidence of successful management skills to manage staff and deal with staffing issues within corporate procedures.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Development and implementation of policy and procedures and quality of service.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Building effective partnerships both internally and externally,&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Working in a Housing income and multi-disciplinary environment&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Experience of working with elected members.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. &nbsp; &nbsp; Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:&nbsp;
Work Together as one team - champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for Reading&nbsp;
Drive Efficiency - create an environment in which resources are used efficiently and employees’ skills are developed and used effectively&nbsp;
Be Ambitious - aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential &nbsp;
Make a Difference to Reading - inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity&nbsp;
Our offer&nbsp;
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.&nbsp;
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service and 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave&nbsp;</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)&nbsp;</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)&nbsp;</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted&nbsp;</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work&nbsp;</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.&nbsp; The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
&nbsp; To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact <a href="mailto:Jamie.Hill@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jamie.Hill@reading.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
Closing Date:Wednesday 5th November 2025 Interview Date:To be confirmed
Interview Process:To be confirmed
Please note that 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 return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;

Housing Senior Income Recovery Officer

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Rochford District Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.&nbsp;
It is our policy that if you have not heard back within 3 weeks of the closing date you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.



(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance)&nbsp;
Do you want to be part of a motivated and dynamic forward-thinking IT Team? How about getting opportunities to work with the latest cloud and cyber technologies? Do you like to problem solve? Or how about challenges?&nbsp;
<h4>About the role</h4>
Following the successful migration to Cloud services the Council has widen its digital landscape by continuing to invest in modern digital platforms and the position of an ICT Technical Analyst has become available.&nbsp;&nbsp;
The ICT Technical Analyst will be working with other IT Team members to deliver high quality technical services. The Team provides first and second line support to Officers of the Council. The role does offer remote work but there is an expectation of being onsite regularly.&nbsp;
It gets more exciting. Rochford and Brentwood Councils have joined in a strategic partnership and are working together to create “One Team” for two Councils. Working in the Council’s IT Team you will be exposed to a wide variety of technologies, challenges, and opportunities to upskill. Working in a continuous improve model - You will be part of motivated and forward-thinking technology team and get the opportunity to contribute to the effective delivery of the Council’s Digital Strategies, improve the Customer and Employee experience, and ensure that critical systems are highly available.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Knowledge of Microsoft Cloud technologies and ITIL would be advantageous.
Candidates must be able to drive.
As the Council continues with the transformation agenda, this job role will continue to evolve to fit into the new working practices of the organisation.
For an informal discussion please contact Tim Huggins,Corporate Manager – IT &amp; Digital:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:tim.huggins@brentwood.gov.uk" target="_blank">tim.huggins@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk</a> or 01277 312933.&nbsp;

ICT Technical Analyst

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About the JobSalary: £44,844 - £57,775 per annum (inclusive of market supplement) Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Full time, hybrid working 37 hours per week Location: Durban House, Bognor Regis / County Hall, Chichester with countywide travel"In West Team, you have a voice that is listened to and a management team that understand the saying 'one size fits all' doesn't always work with the children and family's we are working with. Management allows you to think outside the box, be creative and come up with ideas that help better support the family and children that we support and protect." - Jade, Social Worker with Family Safeguarding West Team. Joining the Family Safeguarding team in Chichester or Bognor Regis, you will be undertaking meaningful evidence-based interventions that contribute to improved levels of engagement and safeguarding with parents and children. All of our staff are trained on the new Family Safeguarding model and motivational interviewing.We are looking for passionate, motivated, and resilient social workers who are excited by a new way of delivering support to children and families to enable lasting change. You will have specialist knowledge of social work practice and expertise to take the lead in complex situations, with the support of our fantastic small practice teams. You will work within a positive, nurturing environment where successes are celebrated and individuals within the team are supported to grow and develop.For further information about us and about working in Children's Social Care at West Sussex County Council, please visit <a href="http://www.westsussex.gov.uk/CSCR" target="_blank">Careers in children's social work in West Sussex</a>.How We Support You"My managers have provided me with great support with case work, personal learning and when any personal circumstances have come up…I would thoroughly recommend being a social worker in West, it is a supportive and rewarding environment to be part of." - George, Social Worker with Family Safeguarding West Team.At West Sussex County Council we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where you can achieve your full potential, gain a healthy work-life balance, and are rewarded for the work you do with clear pathways to achieve your future aspirations. A few examples of these include:<ul>
<li>Flexible and hybrid working options within your small practice teams, managed by a Team Manager and supported by Child &amp; Family Workers as well as additional flexible administrative support from Coordinators embedded within the service.</li>
<li>Regular group supervision and peer learning alongside specialist roles within the team to focus on the most vulnerable children.</li>
<li>We pay your Social Worker England registration fee.</li>
<li>Excellent learning and development provisions with 5 CPD and training days per year and access to Research in Practice and Community Care Inform.</li>
<li>An excellent <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/about-the-council/pensions/" target="_blank">local government pension scheme</a>
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<li>Generous holiday entitlement of up to 29 days (plus opportunity to buy additional leave)</li>
<li>Health and wellbeing benefits including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and Voluntary Health Cash Plans.</li>
</ul><ul><li>For a full list this can be found at our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits page.</a>
</li></ul>About YouJust some of the skills and experience you will need include: <ul>
<li>Analyse and interpret complex information and data, being able to prioritise needs and devise plans for intervention and provision.</li>
<li>Proactively work as a member of the team to make accurate assessments of needs and negotiate and implement effective outcomes.</li>
<li>Develop strong relationships, working alongside carers, colleagues and external agencies to deliver an effective service.</li>
<li>Communicate clearly and effectively in both written and oral format, including the ability to explain complicated information to a variety of people and use negotiation and persuasion skills to encourage others to adopt a course of action they may not wish to take.</li>
</ul><ul>
<li>A recognised Social Work qualification e.g. Degree in Social Work, Post Graduate Certificate in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent as recognised by the relevant professional body.</li>
<li>Completion of relevant post qualifying training.</li>
<li>Registration with the relevant professional registration body and maintaining registration with that body.</li>
<li>You will need to be able to travel independently around the county, including to areas that may not be easily accessible by public transport. Pool cars are available.</li>
</ul>For a full list of key skills and experience please refer to the job description attached. Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05719.For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Joan Green at or Moira Keen at or for issues regarding your application please contact .To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and application form . In your application form please outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to Social Work England registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/" target="_blank">application help</a> page.

Social Worker or Advanced Social Worker - Family Safeguarding

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Are you passionate about creating unforgettable experiences for children and families? Join our dynamic team at a council-run Adventure Playground, where every day is packed with creativity, energy, and fun! As a Playground Activity Leader, you’ll be at the heart of the action—organising and delivering a wide range of exciting activities for children aged 6 to 13. From arts and crafts to sports, games, and imaginative play, you’ll help bring joy and adventure to every session You’ll engage with children from diverse backgrounds, build positive relationships with families, and work closely with your teammates to create a welcoming, inclusive, and safe play environment. You’ll also play a key role in maintaining site safety and reporting any potential hazards. Beyond the day-to-day fun, you’ll support the development of the playground itself—helping a space that reflects the needs and voices of local children, all while following Portsmouth City Council’s policies and procedures. You will be organising and running activities for children aged 6 - 13 and families on a council run Adventure Playground. Activities include arts and crafts, games, sports and other creative activities. You will be engaging and communicating with children from varying backgrounds as well as interacting with their parents and your own colleagues. You will also be responsible for ensuring the sites are a safe environment for children to play in and report any potential dangers. You will be supporting the Adventure Playground staff team to develop the play facility having regard for the needs of local children and in line with PCC policies &amp; procedures. Skills: You need to: 1. Be aged 16 or over as this is a requirement for the role. 2.	Be able to relate to younger people aged 6 - 13 years. Previous experience working with children would be an advantage. 3.	Be self-motivated and have enthusiasm to support physical and creative activities for children. 4.	 Be able to deal with conflict and work well under pressure. 5.	 Have good communication skills in talking to a wide range of people including 	children, parents, and colleagues. The ability to provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the role. 6.	 Be a team player who can work in small teams effectively. 7.		Demonstrate an understanding for Safeguarding children in this role. 8.	Be aware of the relevant Health and Safety regulations. 9.	Having a qualification in Play Work would be advantageous but not essential. 10. Be flexible to work across all of the Council Adventure Playgrounds.

Playworker

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About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Infrastructure Team within the LCRCA and contribute to the delivery of a modern, integrated and publicly owned transport system for the Liverpool City Region.
Investment in the city regions transport network is at a record high, and we need great people to provide (build) and, maintain transport infrastructure in support of this ‘step change’. In this role you would lead a team overseeing the maintenance of the bus stops and shelters across the LCR and lead on investment programmes to improve the quality of that same infrastructure. The role (and any projects) will be predominantly highway and traffic related in nature with an emphasis on bus travel and chiefly focussed on supporting delivery of the Combined Authority Corporate Plan and agenda around reforming bus travel (franchising). The Authority is in the midst of retendering its advertising stops and shelter contact. Therefore, there is a unique opportunity to lead and develop the contract to ensure the region is maximizing the value from that relationship in order that it contributes positively to the regions modern integrated public transport system.
About the person
We are keen to hear from people with a background and experience in leading others to manage contracts and delivery of capital works in a highway’s context. Specifically, experience of public transport infrastructure (bus stops and shelter) is desirable but not essential and we would like to speak to anyone who has a passion for ensuring the region continues to benefit from high quality and well-maintained infrastructure and encourage greater and safer use of the regions public transport network. &nbsp;&nbsp;
If you think you match the job description, and our values, then click on the link to apply. 
Please ensure that you provide clear examples and evidence in your application of how you meet the below key essential criteria. The information you provide in your application will be used for shortlisting.
1. Management of bus stop infrastructure contract for the Liverpool City Region
2. Plan and lead the delivery of projects and initiatives associated with bus stop infrastructure
3. Team leadership and development of relationships with internal ad external partners and customers

About the organisation
The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing - growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.
The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK - investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. Our vision is for the Liverpool City Region to be: The best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business - where no-one is left behind.

Staff benefits 
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<li>-&nbsp; Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%</li>
<li>-&nbsp; Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days rising to 34 days after 5 years service, as well as bank holidays and the option to buy 10 additional days</li>
<li>-&nbsp; Free travel around Liverpool City Region with an All-Zone Metro card worth £1,450 per year plus All Zones Off Peak Trio ticket for your spouse or partner</li>
<li>-&nbsp; Flexible and hybrid working</li>
<li>-&nbsp; 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family and Free counselling service</li>
<li>-&nbsp; Automatic enrolment to our Westfield Health Programme</li>
<li>-&nbsp; Corporate discounts at council-owned gyms</li>
<li>-&nbsp; Bike to Work Scheme</li>
<li>-&nbsp; Coaching, mentoring, apprenticeships, and professional qualifications including paid membership fees and even a £1k interest free learning loan for any non-job-related learning</li>
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Equality, Diversity &amp; Inclusion 
We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have declared that they: have a disability, are from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, are a member of a reservist or have close family links to a member of the Armed Forces as we are under-represented by people from these communities.
To be considered under one of these schemes, you must indicate your eligibility in the relevant section of the application form. In addition, you must clearly demonstrate in your personal statement how you meet all the key essential criteria listed above, and highlight how you meet the remaining essential criteria outlined in the person specification within your CV.
Applications that do not include this evidence will not be considered under the guaranteed interview schemes.
The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
We actively promote diversity and inclusion, please note that this role is not on the Home Office List of Occupations eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Please visit <a href="https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa</a>

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Principal Highways Bus Stop Infrastructure Officer

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>
You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.
<h2>About the role</h2>
West Northamptonshire Council is proud to launch a new, purpose-built County Mortuary, opening early 2026. &nbsp;Designed to deliver the highest standards of care and compassion during some of life’s most difficult moments, the facility will serve communities across Northamptonshire and surrounding areas. This modern facility offers dignified spaces for families, including private viewing and identification areas, ensuring a respectful and supportive experience for those dealing with the loss of a loved one.
Bringing key services under one roof, the facility simplifies processes, reduces delays, and improves efficiency for families, funeral directors, healthcare professionals, and other essential services. It also features advanced post-mortem capabilities, including a CT scanner for remote examination, setting a new standard in service delivery.
<h2>Additional information</h2>
You will be a confident and compassionate leader with:
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<li>Extensive experience managing mortuary or coronial services.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Human Tissue Act and Coroners and Justice Act.</li>
<li>Proven ability to lead teams, manage budgets, and deliver service transformation.</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills, especially in sensitive and emotionally charged situations.</li>
<li>A degree-level qualification in a relevant field and a full UK driving licence.</li>
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You thrive in a culture built on Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovation, Value, and Empowerment, and are ready to lead a service that truly makes a difference.
<h2>Company information</h2>
&nbsp;At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.
Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;
Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>
We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partner
The following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.
If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.
West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Coroners and The County Mortuary Service Manager

Job Title: Habilitation Specialist (CYPVI) - Vision Impairment Team Starting Salary: £38,220 progressing to £41,771 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 22.5 per week, term time only (39 weeks per year) Location: Hemel Hempstead - covering County Wide Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>The Vision Impairment Team provides specialist support to Children and Young People with Vision Impairment (CYPVI), promoting access to education, supporting the development of essential skills for independence and as part of preparation for adulthood.The Vision Impairment Team work closely with families, educators, and other professionals to ensure consistent, person-centred support that enables each CYPVI to thrive both educationally and socially.<h4>About the role</h4>The role of the Qualified Habilitation Specialist is to provide expert habilitation work of an excellent standard. This includes delivering tailored habilitation training - orientation, mobility, and independent living skills - across home, school, and settings.Key ResponsibilitiesUnder the supervision and line management of a Lead Teacher for Vision Impairment, you will:<ul><li>Coordinate all aspects of habilitation training (orientation, mobility, daily living skills) for CYPVI.</li><li>Assess, plan, deliver, and monitor individual habilitation needs in collaboration with CYPVI, parents/carers, and others.</li><li>Conduct environmental audits in schools/settings as needed.</li><li>Complete risk assessments and advise on risk management strategies (e.g. trips/activities).</li><li>Provide one-to-one habilitation training across various settings (home, school, public spaces).</li><li>Make home visits and offer evening sessions based on CYPVI needs.</li><li>Support parents/carers and professionals to ensure consistent habilitation across home and school.</li><li>Assist CYPVI during transitions between educational settings.</li><li>Liaise with families, educators, and professionals regarding CYPVI habilitation needs.</li><li>Maintain detailed records and produce reports as required.</li><li>Contribute to EHC Plan assessments and reviews.</li><li>Help plan and deliver countywide training for staff and peer groups.</li><li>Promote multi-agency collaboration with professionals supporting CYPVI.</li><li>Work with SEND SAS and local partnerships to support early intervention.</li><li>Participate in or organise extracurricular habilitation activities.</li><li>Review training aims/objectives in line with national Quality Standards (2022).</li><li>Stay updated on research and developments to enhance service delivery.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>You will hold either a BSc (Hons) Habilitation Work (with CYP) or Graduate Diploma in Habilitation and Disabilities of Sight (with CYP):</li></ul>Qualified Habilitation Specialist CYP - BSc (Hons)Specialist Qualification in Habilitation and Disabilities of Sight CYP - Grad Dip<ul><li>Evidence of continued professional development (CPD) relevant to vision impairment and habilitation.</li><li>You will hold and maintain registration with Habilitation VI UK and/or RWPN.</li><li>Experience in delivering habilitation training to CYPVI.</li><li>Experience of delivering training to adults.</li><li>Skilled in assessing needs, planning, and delivering mobility and Independent Living Skills programmes.</li><li>Confident conducting environmental audits and risk assessments.</li><li>Strong communication skills with children, families and professionals.</li><li>Knowledge of SEND legislation and Education Health Care Plans.</li><li>Competent in record-keeping and report writing.</li><li>Flexible with working hours within the working week.</li><li>Committed to safeguarding, inclusion, and professional development.</li><li>Driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes or ability to travel independently.</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC10 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Rebecca.Payne@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Rebecca.Payne@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 28 NovemberBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. Secondment This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the&nbsp;Secondment Form&nbsp;as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Hertfordshire County Council

Habilitation Specialist (CYPVI)

Job Title: Ecology Adviser Starting Salary: £34,433 progressing to £37,280 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37 Location: Countywide Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Directorate: Growth &amp; Environment<h4>About the team</h4>Are you passionate about protecting and enhancing the natural environment? Would you like to play a key role in shaping the future of biodiversity and placemaking across Hertfordshire?We’re seeking an experienced Ecologist to join our friendly and knowledgeable LEADS team (Landscape, Ecology, Archaeology, Development &amp; Sustainability). This is a fantastic opportunity to influence planning and development decisions, ensuring ecological considerations are embedded at every stage.<h4>About the role</h4>As an Ecologist, you will provide expert advice to Hertfordshire’s planning authorities and developers, helping to ensure that biodiversity, habitat protection, and ecological enhancement are central to planning decisions. Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Reviewing planning applications and local plans to assess ecological impacts.</li><li>Supporting the implementation of deliver Biodiversity Net Gain and helping to deliver the Local Nature Recovery Strategy.</li><li>Advising on site surveys, mitigation strategies, and opportunities for ecological enhancement.</li><li>Collaborating with planners, developers, and designers to promote nature-positive outcomes.</li><li>Representing the natural environment in policy-making, master planning, and placemaking discussions.</li><li>Engaging with local and national networks, including ALGE and CIEEM.</li></ul>This is an exciting time to join us, as new legislation and strategies are raising the profile of ecology in national and planning government. You’ll have the opportunity to influence real change and contribute to a greener, more sustainable Hertfordshire.<h4>About you</h4>Essential Requirements:<ul><li>18 month professional ecological experience in planning or consultancy</li></ul><ul><li>Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience in ecology or a related field.</li></ul><ul><li>A strong understanding of UK environmental legislation, planning policy, and protected species.</li></ul><ul><li>Strong understanding of Biodiversity Net Gain, Local Nature Recovery Strategies, and protected species legislation.</li><li>Experience and familiarity in habitats assessments, surveying and reports.</li></ul><ul><li>Passionate about promoting the value of the natural environment in planning and development.</li></ul><ul><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills and speak confidently to a range of audiences.</li><li>Comfortable working across teams and organisations to deliver shared goals.</li><li>Ability to negotiate and take a pragmatic approach to ecological outcomes.</li></ul><ul><li>Manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.</li></ul><ul><li>Hold a full driving licence and access to your own vehicle.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Postgraduate qualification in ecology, biology, or environmental planning.</li><li>Experience with GIS and ecological data analysis.</li><li>Familiarity with biological recording networks and stakeholder organisations (e.g. Natural England, Environment Agency).</li><li>Understanding of how nature and culture intersect in placemaking and policy.</li><li>Have a working knowledge of the planning system.</li><li>Evidence of any relevant conservation and/or habitat management experience.</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Technical Services, level TEC9 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles: Technical servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:daniel.phillips@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">daniel.phillips@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:Simon.Richards1@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Simon.Richards1@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: TBCBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Ecology Adviser

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.The Education Entitlement Service (EES) strives to deliver outstanding services for our customers, predominately the children of Coventry, who may be requiring access to education or alternative education provision. We ensure vulnerable children are appropriately supported; have a voice, that hopefully leads to their high achievement and excellent progress.The EES is made up of a diverse range of teams all working together to recognise, support and apply innovative solutions to address the growing issues in relation to trying to educate some of our most vulnerable pupils in schools.&nbsp;The Ethnic Minority Achievement Service (EMAS) supports newly arrived children in the admission process into Education and monitors Children Missing Education (CME). &nbsp;Officers may make home visits to investigate family circumstances, with special attention given to safeguarding concerns.&nbsp;Multilingual Assistants work directly with children in both primary and secondary schools providing bilingual support for children who speak English as an Additional Language.Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;

Our Values are:

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	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
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What is the job role? The Ethnic Minority Achievement Service maintains a casual register of people with good language skills to work as bilingual education assistants in nurseries, primary schools and secondary schools across Coventry and the surrounding area, as well as with other Coventry City Council Departments. &nbsp;You will primarily be supporting newly arrived children to settle into school and begin to learn English. &nbsp;&nbsp;This is a casual post. &nbsp;We anticipate there being a need for the languages listed, however, we cannot make any guarantee that work will be available.Interviews are provisionally booked to take place on 5 December 2025 and/or 8 December 2025, and will be conducted, in-person interviews in a City Council building in Coventry.This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). &nbsp;Who are we looking for? You will need:<ul>
<li>To be fluent and literate in one or more of the languages listed below</li>
<li>To have a good command of written and spoken English</li>
<li>To be willing to work in nurseries, primary schools, secondary schools and colleges across the city and attend ad hoc meetings</li>
<li>To be available for at least 4 mornings or&nbsp;4 afternoons&nbsp;a week, or a mixture of both&nbsp;during normal school opening times</li>
<li>To be able to travel to schools and other education providers across the city</li>
</ul>We currently need people who can communicate verbally and in writing in one or more of the following languages:Dari, Mirpuri, Panjabi, Pashto, Polish, Romanian, UrduPlease list any other languages spoken in the personal statement section on your application form.If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.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>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.Interview date(s): 5th and 8th December 2025About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and&nbsp;benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

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