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What is the job role? Join Our Happy, Friendly School Community! Site Services Manager WantedAre you an experienced professional who takes pride in keeping things running smoothly? Do you enjoy working in a vibrant environment where children’s laughter fills the air? If so, we’d love to welcome you into our school family! &nbsp;We are looking for a Site Services Manager to join our cheerful and supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in maintaining a safe, welcoming, and well-kept environment for our pupils, staff, and visitors. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in site or facilities management, a positive, can-do attitude, and a genuine enjoyment of working around children.The role will include a wide range of responsibilities and duties connected with the fabric of the building, health and safety, grounds and facilities, maintenance and security including:<ul>
<li>Ensure that the building and site are secure, including during out of school hours and take remedial action if required.</li>
<li>Act as the designated key holder for the school premises</li>
<li>Operate and regularly check systems such as heating, cooling, lighting, security and fire safety.</li>
<li>Undertake minor repairs (not requiring qualified craftsperson) and maintenance of the buildings and site.</li>
<li>Arrange emergency repairs.</li>
<li>Arrange regular maintenance and safety checks.</li>
<li>Oversee onsite maintenance contractors, checking that work is completed to required standards and within required timescales</li>
<li>Monitor stock and order supplies</li>
<li>Undertake general portage duties, including moving furniture and equipment within the school.</li>
<li>Perform duties in line with Health and Safety and COSHH regulations and take action where hazards are identified. Report serious hazards to line manager immediately.</li>
<li>Undertake regular health and safety checks of building, grounds, fixtures and fittings and equipment in line with other schedules.</li>
<li>Monitor and manage the work of cleaning staff.</li>
<li>Oversee and help make decisions on all planned maintenance, working closely with the Business Manager.</li>
<li>Ensure the operation and maintenance of specialised equipment following training, eg gritter.</li>
<li>Facilitate evening and weekend lettings (as required) and carry out associated tasks in line with local agreements.</li>
<li>Handle purchasing card for the purchase of materials to carry out repairs.</li>
<li>Full UK driving licence required and be prepared to drive a minibus after training.</li>
<li>Is honest, able to work effectively with little supervision, calm and patient when under pressure, co-operative with other employees, parents and visitors.</li>
<li>Is able to show initiative and work proactively to ensure the smooth running of the site.</li>
<li>Has reading, writing and numeracy skills sufficient to check timesheets, delivery notes, forms etc.</li>
<li>Able to be part of our school community keeping our children at the heart of all we do.</li>
</ul>We offer a warm, inclusive school community that feels like family, supportive leadership and colleagues, training and development opportunities, and a role where your work truly makes a difference every day.A 3 bedroom detached house within the school grounds is also available for the successful candidate to live in if they choose to (optional). This will be a separate arrangement through a legal tenancy agreement with the landlord Coventry City Council. The rent on the property is substantially substituted as part of the job offer.We would expect our new Site Services Manager to take up the post on 1st September 2025 or sooner if possible, once safeguarding clearances have been obtained. Please note that this is a 52 week contract and not term time only. You will be expected to work during the school holidays.Apply today and help us keep our school shining!For an informal visit please contact the school by telephone on 02476 411711 or email <a href="mailto:Nikki.crowley@howes.coventry.sch.uk" target="_blank">Nikki.crowley@howes.coventry.sch.uk</a>Interviews will be held on Friday 11th July or Monday 14th July.Who are we looking for? You’ll need to be a strong team player with excellent communication skills, capable of managing maintenance and repair work efficiently, and flexible enough to respond to the needs of a busy school day. Experience in managing a team of cleaners is desirable, and we’re looking for someone who holds high standards and attention to detail. &nbsp;A solid understanding of health and safety regulations and the ability to ensure compliance across the site is essential.Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

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What is the job role? The Headteacher and Governing Body at Moat House Primary School are looking to appoint 3 Teaching Assistants to join our friendly and dedicated team from September.&nbsp;You will support the class teacher and work with the children in the classroom, to help them access teaching and learning and achieve their full potential, this may include working with small groups of children under the guidance of the class teacher and you should have good literacy and numeracy skills.&nbsp;You will support children with neurodivergence who need adaptive approaches to the curriculum providing assisting one to one assistance or small group support so experience of working with children with a range of SEND needs is desirable.&nbsp;You will be keen to develop your own knowledge and practices further and will be happy to engage in professional development opportunities.Who are we looking for? <ul>
<li>An experienced Teaching Assistant (minimum of NVQ Level 2)</li>
<li>Empathy and understanding when working with students with SEND needs</li>
<li>A friendly team member, who is supportive and happy to work as part of a team</li>
<li>Committed to support children and their families to establish positive relationships</li>
<li>Positive, flexible forward thinking and willing to “go the extra mile”</li>
<li>Motivated to help our children reach their full potential</li>
</ul>For further information regarding the role, to arrange a visit please speak with Andrea Burrows, School Business Manager, at 02476 612073 <a href="mailto:aburrows@moathouse.coventry.sch.uk" target="_blank">aburrows@moathouse.coventry.sch.uk</a>All applications must be submitted online.Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.Interview Date: Thursday 3rd July 2025Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)&nbsp;for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

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Hours:&nbsp;37 Hours per week
Salary:&nbsp;SK11 (£34,482 per annum)
Contract:&nbsp;Permanent
This role will play a key part in tackling and preventing anti-social behaviour (ASB) committed by tenants of the council’s housing stock. The post holder will investigate complaints, take appropriate enforcement action, and work collaboratively with internal teams, external agencies, and residents to resolve ASB issues effectively. They will support victims, engage with perpetrators to encourage positive behaviour change, and implement tenancy enforcement measures where necessary. The role aims to promote tenancy compliance, protect the wellbeing of residents, and create safer, more cohesive communities.
This post is situated within the Public Protection Service, but will have a close working arrangement with the Housing Team, as the post will investigate ASB complaints/ issues within Council owned stock.
This post is not politically restricted.

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The South Essex Parking Partnership (SEPP), led by Chelmsford City Council, is seeking dedicated and customer-focused individuals to join our team in Brentwood as Civil Enforcement Officers.
This role is advertised as full-time working 37 hours per week, with standard shifts running Monday to Saturday, 8:30am to 4:30pm, plus the option for overtime during out-of-hours periods. However, if you’re interested in part-time hours, please note this in your application.
A Civil Enforcement Officer helps maintain safe and efficient traffic flow by patrolling parking areas, providing public information on parking, and issuing penalty charge notices where appropriate. The role involves both independent and team working.
Applicants must possess a full UK manual driving licence and experience working with the public in a customer-facing role. Strong communication skills, professionalism, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are essential. While not mandatory, experience in an enforcement environment and knowledge of parking enforcement objectives would be an advantage.
The role requires flexibility to work early or late shifts and outdoors in all weather conditions. In return, SEPP offers meaningful work, a supportive team environment, and opportunities for skill development. If you’re ready to make a difference in your community, apply now and start your journey with SEPP.
Find out more about Chelmsford and Working for the City Council by viewing our Uncover Your Potential brochure above.
As an accredited Essex Family Friendly Employer, this full-time role can be job-shared or part-time if we can fill the remaining hours. Please mention this in your supporting statement. if you are interested. For more details please visit: <a href="https://www.essex.gov.uk/family-friendly-charter" target="_blank">https://www.essex.gov.uk/family-friendly-charter</a>.
Chelmsford City Council is committed to safeguarding vulnerable groups and expects all employees to share this commitment and have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services. The Council's Safer Recruitment process contains pre-employment checks which includes safeguarding training, obtaining references and ensuring compliance with Disclosure and Barring Service process.
To view further details for this role including a job description, please click the link on the attachments section.

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About the RoleSalary: £43,454 to £55,984 (inclusive of market supplement) Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Full time, hybrid working 37 hours per week Location: Bridge House, Worthing'West Sussex is passionate about supporting children and families to achieve positive outcomes. I feel fortunate to work within a supportive and collaborative team, where everyone is committed to making a difference. My manager has been consistently encouraging and approachable, which has allowed me to grow in confidence and develop professionally. I genuinely enjoy being part of a team that values each other and works together to support those who need us most.' - Madlen, Social Worker in Family Safeguarding Joining the Family Safeguarding team in our Central Team, you will be undertaking meaningful evidence-based interventions that contribute to improved levels of engagement and safeguarding with parents and children.We are looking for passionate, motivated, and resilient social workers who are excited by a different 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.Family Safeguarding is a whole family strengths-based approach to safeguarding children who may be in need of support or at risk of harm. We work with families with children aged 0-18years to help them identify and make real changes, so that they can stay together, and children can remain safely at home. For more information, please watch our video on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s4pKniRiw28" target="_blank">Family Safeguarding in West Sussex</a>.How We Support YouAt West Sussex County Council 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>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> 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>
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<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.About UsHere at West Sussex County Council, we are ambitious for our children and our workforce. We have made great improvements in our service for the children and families in West Sussex over 5 years. You will join us as at a key time on our continuous improvement journey; the service you would be joining has a stable workforce with manageable caseloads and a fully permanent management team. We are proud of the work we do and we are proud to be a support and inclusive employer.That's why we need professionals, like you, who really want to be part of the positive change that is happening for children. Be part of an ambitious ongoing improvement plan and make a significant difference to children and families in West Sussex. There has never been a more rewarding time to join.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>.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05778. 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.

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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.Coventry City Council’s Migration Team is dedicated to meeting the needs of newly arriving communities and facilitating a successful integration journey into the city.&nbsp;As leaders in the field of refugee resettlement, we provide support to vulnerable individuals through various initiatives, including employment, education, language acquisition and training enabling them to contribute to the economic, civic and social fabric of our vibrant city.&nbsp;With collaborative partnerships and exciting projects, like "Our Coventry" and "Step Forward," we celebrate diversity while ensuring everyone's rights and opportunities are valued.Join us in making Coventry a place people choose to live, learn, and work.&nbsp;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:

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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? Coventry City Council is seeking a committed and compassionate Male Asylum Seeker Liaison Officer to support the welfare and inclusion of Asylum Seekers accommodated in the City. This role will act as a central point of contact between the Council, Home Office - contracted accommodation providers, support agencies, and individual service users - ensuring appropriate, timely, and culturally sensitive support is in place.The majority of Asylum Seekers in Coventry are male, many of whom face complex challenges linked to trauma, safeguarding, and cultural sensitivities. As such, this post is restricted to male applicants in line with a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010, to enable effective gender-appropriate engagement and support.This is a fixed term contract of two years.Who are we looking for? You will have experience working in frontline community support, housing, health, or migrant services, with an understanding of the UK asylum system and the particular barriers faced by men seeking asylum. Strong interpersonal and organisational skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to work across professional boundaries are essential.Key Responsibilities are:<ul>
<li>Build direct relationships with male asylum seekers living in Initial and Dispersal Accommodation across the city to understand their needs and experiences.</li>
<li>Act as a liaison between service users and key stakeholders including housing providers, healthcare services, voluntary sector organisations, and the Home Office.</li>
<li>Support the identification and resolution of issues related to housing conditions, health access, safeguarding, and social inclusion.</li>
<li>Maintain accurate records and contribute to internal reports and external forums to inform service planning and delivery.</li>
<li>Represent Coventry City Council at multi-agency meetings on asylum accommodation and welfare.</li>
</ul>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.For an informal discussion about the role, please contact <a href="mailto:agnes.gaspar@coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">agnes.gaspar@coventry.gov.uk</a>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: 11 July 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 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>

Local Authority Asylum Support Liaison Officer

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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.Coombe Country Park is set on the outskirts of Coventry and War Memorial Park in the city centre. They are managed as part of the Park Service for the city council. Coombe and War Memorial Park have won many awards for quality and excellence in management, conservation, visitor experience and education. These include SSSI status for 40 years, Green Flag (Park and Green spaces excellence award), Visit England visitor attraction quality scheme, Natural England’s Country Park Accreditation and Trip Advisor certificate of excellence for consistently high ratings in our customer reviews. Our staff provide high-quality provision in terms of green space care, development and restoration based on an important site for biodiversity amongst the wider ancient woodland landscape setting and the cultural &amp; heritage setting of listed building (Coombe Abbey Hotel). We are visitor focussed, family friendly and encourage visitors to explore the site for heritage and biodiversity.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? We are looking for a Park and Open Spaces Apprentice to join out team.You will:<ul>
<li>Assist in the maintenance of Coombe Abbey Park and War Memorial Park</li>
<li>Learn how to use and maintain horticultural tools and equipment safely</li>
<li>Supporting planting, pruning, grass cutting, and landscaping work</li>
<li>Helping to ensure public spaces are safe, clean, and welcoming</li>
<li>Working with experienced staff to develop knowledge of biodiversity and sustainability</li>
</ul>The training:<ul>
<li>A recognised qualification - Horticulture Operative Level 2</li>
<li>On-the-job training and mentoring from our experienced team</li>
<li>Practical skills and experience to launch a career in parks management and horticulture</li>
</ul>You will undertake the Level 2 Horticulture Operative. Further information for this apprenticeship can be found on: <a href="https://www.apprenticeships.gov.uk/apprentices/horticulture-or-landscape-construction-operative#" target="_blank">https://www.apprenticeships.gov.uk/apprentices/horticulture-or-landscape-construction-operative#</a>&nbsp;This apprenticeship role is a fixed-term contract for 18months in line with the length of the apprenticeship training.Who are we looking for? About you:<ul>
<li>A genuine interest in working outdoors in all weather conditions</li>
<li>Willingness to learn and a positive, can-do attitude</li>
<li>Good communication and teamwork skills</li>
<li>Reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic</li>
<li>No prior experience necessary – just enthusiasm and a willingness to get stuck in!</li>
</ul>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'. 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.A taster session will be held at the War Memorial Park where candidates can learn more about what the role entails and the types of work which will be carried out. Spaces are limited, please email <a href="mailto:coombeabbeypark@coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">coombe@coventry.gov.uk</a> to book onto one of the 1hr long sessions where further details will be provided.Taster sessions: 23/06/25Closing date: 25/06/25 Pre-interview and assessment date (via Microsoft Teams)*: 08/07/25 Interview date(s) (Face-to-face): 15/07/25* The pre-interview is a short session to give the candidates further details of the apprenticeship role and to help them understand what to expect from and how to prepare for the final interview.&nbsp;You will also complete a short diagnostic assessment to check the level of Maths and English that they are currently working at and identify any support they may require.Did you know that there is support available to help you with your application?If you would like support in completing your application or have any questions about our recruitment and selection processes, help is available at The Job Shop.We would recommend that all applicants take advantage of this service in order to maximise the chances of being shortlisted.Address: West Orchard Way, Coventry CV1 1FY Phone: 024 7678 5740 Email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:jobshop@coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">jobshop@coventry.gov.uk</a> Website:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.coventry.gov.uk/jobshop" target="_blank">http://www.coventry.gov.uk/jobshop</a>About 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 &amp; benefits package which includes:<ul>
<li>Flexible working arrangements</li>
<li>An outstanding local government pension scheme</li>
<li>Great opportunities to develop with access to accredited courses.</li>
<li>Access to an award-winning Occupational Health Service</li>
<li>Salary Sacrifice Scheme</li>
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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.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.Customer Services is one of the largest departments in Coventry City Council and are the front face of the organisation. &nbsp;We are usually the first port of call for customer enquiries across the council. &nbsp;Our fast-paced telephone teams deal with thousands of calls and emails a week, we have a dynamic Customer Service Centre with around 2500 visitors a week approaching us for a wide range of enquiries from paying their council tax to seeking help to access services and dedicated support teams who process bookings, timesheets and general administration work for the whole organisation.You may be based in one of several locations, we have a Customer Service Centre right in the heart of the city; Friargate – a large purpose built office by the train station along with several reception points across the city.Joining Customer Services is a really good stepping stone into a long term career with the Council, depending on the role you are offered you will learn about other parts of the organisationWe want every single customer to have a positive experience when approaching the council and would welcome you being part of the 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? This role sits within our Customer Service team and will be key to helping us to make a difference for our diverse range of residents and supporting our organisation on its transformation journey.&nbsp;Customer Services is changing lots, we’re re-thinking what buildings we provide services from, changing how we physically group services and determining how we need to operate to ensure our residents have a say in what our services look like. Perhaps it would be easier to say that we are re-thinking everything that we do! &nbsp;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).Who are we looking for? So, who are we looking for? Someone who can say “yes” to these questions… &nbsp;<ul>
<li>Have you had responsibility for large teams (50+ people) in another organisation?  &nbsp;</li>
<li>Have you driven change and had to consider the resident impact, strategic implications, and the operational detail? &nbsp;</li>
<li>Are you someone who is open to understanding the varied lived experiences of our residents?&nbsp;</li>
<li>Do you have the energy, enthusiasm, passion, and tenacity to drive cultural change? &nbsp;</li>
<li>Do you lead with your heart as well as your head? &nbsp;</li>
</ul>You can probably tell that we are on a journey, things are moving quite fast and it’s an exciting time for us but there is a lot to do!&nbsp;Within our team people from minority ethnic backgrounds are currently under-represented across our management team, as a result we would like to encourage people from minority ethnic backgrounds to apply for this post.  This does not prevent any other applicants with a protected characteristic or a non-protected characteristic from applying. &nbsp;If you’re up for a challenge, enjoy the opportunity to experiment to identify the best way to do things and like the idea of helping us to shape our service offer then we would love to hear from you. The closing date is midnight on the 29th June 2025, we’ll shortlist from there and if you are successful we’ll invite you to meet with us for an assessment on 21st/22nd July 2025. There will be some preparation for that, but we’ll talk about it closer to the time. &nbsp;If you aren’t sure or have some questions, I’d be happy to talk to you, call me, Laura Waller on 024 7697 6496 or Mandeep Chouhan on 024 7697 6196 for an informal conversation. &nbsp;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'. 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.About 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>

Customer Services Manager

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Are you passionate about ensuring the safety of residents and making a real difference in your community? We are seeking a dedicated Building Safety Manager to take a pivotal role in maintaining the highest safety standards across our housing portfolio.
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.
 About the role:
As the Building Safety Manager, you will be the key point of contact for all matters related to building safety within our residential properties. Working as part of our dynamic Property Services Compliance Team, you will oversee vital safety inspections and document audits across a diverse range of properties, including:
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<li>5803 tenanted Council-owned homes</li>
<li>3 high-rise tower blocks</li>
<li>15 medium-rise blocks of flats</li>
<li>388 low-rise blocks of flats</li>
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Collaboration is key in this role. You'll work closely with our Fire Safety Manager, Health and Safety Manager, Compliance Technical Officers, Asbestos Officer, FRA Carpenters, and Compliance Officer to ensure the Council meets its statutory compliance obligations.
In this role, you will lead on all technical aspects of the Building Safety Act 2022 and Social Housing (Regulations) Act 2023 consumer standards regarding health and safety disciplines.
Your responsibilities will include reviewing assessment actions received by the department and developing a robust programme of assurance.
Working in partnership with the Compliance Team, you will ensure that work orders are efficiently raised to external contractors to complete remedial works and uphold compliance obligations across key areas such as:
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<li>Water Risk Assessments</li>
<li>Lift Inspections and Maintenance</li>
<li>Electrical Safety</li>
<li>Gas Safety</li>
<li>Mansafe Systems</li>
<li>Lightning Conductors</li>
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Key Accountabilities are:
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<li>Support the Compliance Team Manager.</li>
<li>Review and amend the Policy for Building Safety and Compliance Assessments.</li>
<li>Review, development and maintain the systems for Building Safety Management.</li>
<li>Review the completion of the Building Assessment programme. Including the validation of the statutory assessments and competency of appointment of Specialist contractors for the completion of Building Safety remedial works.</li>
<li>Create reports on progress to be compliant in relation to Building Safety works</li>
<li>Plan and support Building Safety Information for residents within our High Rise Buildings.</li>
<li>Point of contact for the Royal Berkshire Fire Rescue Service Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service.</li>
<li>Review of Building Safety Measures following a report of a Fire in a Housing building.</li>
<li>Escalation of non-conformities to service colleagues</li>
<li>Act as subject matter expert (Building Safety) to, Project Managers and building surveyors to ensure effective delivery of the programme.</li>
<li>Engage with key stakeholders and ensure effective communication and involvement with project activity.</li>
<li>Track all related project activity including monitoring against Building Safety targets against Industry specifications and British Standards.</li>
<li>Taking action to address risks including escalating risks and taking action to eliminate reduce or delay risk.</li>
<li>Escalate risks and issues which may impact any aspects of performance or the Council’s reputation.&nbsp;</li>
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 About you
The ideal candidate will need to be front facing so will have to be able to engage with internal and external stakeholders at all levels and able to demonstrate change management experience.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong working knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Health and Safety at Work Act, CDM Regulations, and Fire Safety standards. They will have proven experience managing budgets, allocating resources effectively, and overseeing the maintenance and safety of high-rise buildings. A sound understanding of risk management, coupled with project management experience, is essential. Additionally, proficiency in standard office software, such as word processing and spreadsheet tools, is required, along with the ability to problem-solve and prioritise tasks in high-pressure environments. Experience in tendering works is also necessary. 
A comprehensive understanding of building structures, systems, and maintenance is vital to this role. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong technical knowledge in risk management, supported by effective leadership, communication, and planning skills. They will show a clear commitment to ethical conduct, professionalism, and adherence to high standards. The ability to prepare detailed reports and coordinate complex operational activities is essential. 
The role also demands high-level competencies in negotiation, change management, and strategic thinking. Analytical skills and sound decision-making capabilities are critical to ensuring effective outcomes in a dynamic working environment. A flexible and proactive approach to challenges will be a key asset, enabling the candidate to adapt and respond effectively to evolving demands. 
In terms of qualifications, candidates must hold a minimum of an HNC in a relevant field, supported by a professional qualification such as IFE, IOSH, or equivalent in Building Surveying. A full UK driving license is also a requirement for this position, given the need to travel between sites as part of the role.
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:

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
Drive Efficiency - create an environment in which resources are used efficiently and employees’ skills are developed and used effectively
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
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Our offer
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.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
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<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
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To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please email: Charles Hahn, Compliance Team Manager - <a href="mailto:charles.hahn@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">charles.hahn@reading.gov.uk</a> 
Closing Date: Sunday 29th June 2025
Interview Date: 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.

Reading Borough Council

Building Safety Manager

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Salary:&nbsp;£53,857 Grade: Level 5, Zone 1 Location: 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG Contract Type:&nbsp;Secondment/ Fixed Term for 12 months Hours: 36, Full Time Apply by:&nbsp;Monday 30th June 2025; 23:55 Interviews to be held: Likely July To view the full role profile,&nbsp;click here.&nbsp; A note about the recruitment process: At Camden, we value and celebrate difference and encourage diversity in all respects. Our diverse workforce ensures we represent our communities to the best of our ability and enables us to make better decisions. Because of this, we want our recruitment process to be as inclusive and as accessible as possible and we recognise that requires us to be as flexible as we can whilst also preserving the integrity of a fair and transparent process. Similarly, we appreciate that people’s individual skills and experience may not neatly map to a particular role profile and encourage applications from other professions. We will be holding an&nbsp;open session online&nbsp;on the 23rd June when you can meet the team and ask any questions about the role and about Camden as a whole. Please find more information about the session and sign up&nbsp;here. About Camden Camden is building somewhere everyone can thrive by making our borough the best place to live, work, study, and visit. We’re not just home to the UK's fastest-growing economy — we’re focused on creating a borough in which everyone can live a good life and nobody gets left behind. We have&nbsp;a clear vision - to organise the right people and skills around challenges (like our missions) to deliver the best outcomes for Camden residents and renewal after the pandemic.&nbsp; Camden has a proud, rebellious spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change. We’re willing to be bold and try new things in the process. But don’t just take our word for it - you can read about&nbsp;some of the different people working in the Council.&nbsp; About the Policy Designer role: As a Policy Designer, you will lead projects and be part of a team that are at the cutting edge of design thinking in Camden, developing policy and projects with residents that lead to change on the ground. We’re looking for curious, analytical and creative people who want to develop leadership skills and bring together different disciplines to work towards a shared goal. Curious to understand what’s really at the heart of a problem, and about other people’s experiences and perspectives. Humble in recognising what they don’t know and expert at working with others with different knowledge and expertise. And flexible to change their approach as they learn more, to test things out and adapt what doesn’t work. You will work in the&nbsp;Strategy &amp; Design team. Collectively with service areas, the work of the team spans the whole breadth of Council’s remit with a current focus on preventative health and social care, creating thriving communities for our social housing tenants, and proactively supporting those experiencing financial hardship. We champion new and different ways of solving problems, promote inclusive and equitable approaches within delivery, and create a culture of continuous improvement to ensure that we achieve the outcomes that meet the needs and expectations of both our residents and staff in a sustainable way. To view the full role, click here.&nbsp; The application process: <ol>
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Optional: Join us at our Open Session online&nbsp;on the 23rd June.&nbsp;This is an opportunity to find out more about our role, meet the team and get to know some of the work we are currently doing. Please sign up&nbsp;here.&nbsp;
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Complete a short application via the “Apply” link at the bottom of this page - we anonymise all applications to reduce bias in the hiring process by placing greater emphasis on candidates’ relevant skills and experience. We want to give everyone the same chance to showcase their relevant skills and experience so we ask you to follow a set formula in your application statement. It should clearly answer these four prompts, in order: A. Tell us about a time where you have led work (or parts of a process) which have used evidence and insight to design and develop an inclusive policy or strategy.&nbsp; B. What does good inclusive design mean to you? Please share an example of how you’ve done it or how you’ve seen it done well. C. In this role, you will be working with teams from a big, political organisation to make change happen on complex policy areas and issues. What do you expect some of the main challenges to be, and how will you draw on your experience to manage these?&nbsp; D. Considering the job description and the available information, what approach would you take to setting, and then achieving, personal development goals within this role? &nbsp;</li> <li>1-hour interview with 3 Camden staff - we’ll send you the 4-5 questions and short presentation task in advance, and ensure that there’s plenty of time at the interview for you to ask any questions you have at this stage in the process.</li> <li>Offer and feedback - if you’re successful at the interview stage, we’ll contact you with the details of your job offer, along with some feedback on your performance throughout the process.</li> <li>Onboarding&nbsp;- once your offer is accepted and the start date agreed, we’ll make sure there’s a plan in place for your first few weeks to make sure you have the information and support needed to ease into your career at Camden.</li> </ol> We know that applying for roles is a time-consuming process and we want to make sure that we respect and appreciate the time and energy you put into applying for this role at the Council. Therefore, no matter what stage of the process you get to and no matter whether your application is successful or not, we will always take the time to provide you with specific, personal feedback on your performance in the application process.

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