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Medway is recognised as a great place to live, work, learn and visit, where all people thrive. We are a Unitary Council serving a population of 282,000 people with a £622million annual revenue expenditure budget, and a capital programme of a further £329million. Recognising that strategic support services are vital to everything the Council delivers, Medway continues to invest in the Finance Service, enabling us to recruit a Senior Accountant to support the Adult Social Care Revenue Finance Team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a friendly and experienced team of local authority finance professionals who enjoy a high profile in the Council.Within Finance our Revenue Accounts and Corporate Accounts Teams both operate right at the heart of the Council and provide vital support and challenge to the organisation to manage its finances. Our Revenue Accounts team is responsible for the development of medium term financial projections and annual budgets, ensuring the budget management process is effective, supporting services to deliver and account for change, right through to supporting the preparation of the annual Statement of Accounts. Our Corporate Accounts Team is responsible for the development and monitoring of the Capital Programme, the Statement of Accounts and Audit process, and Treasury Management.As a Senior Accountant, you will:Work closely with, and develop, budget managers to ensure that they undertake effective budget monitoring; that appropriate remedial action is considered and that forecast variances are adequately reported. This to include the submission of monthly reports to the Directorate Management Team.Complete, in accordance with agreed timetables, the final accounts programme to net revenue account stage. Analyse the final outturn to ensure that variations against budget are properly explained and reported. Liaise with the external auditor as required. Assist in the preparation of the statement of accounts beyond net revenue account stage.Monitor and promote compliance with the Council’s financial rules, accounting codes of practice and other internal and external guidelines and regulations and provide general financial advice to members and officers to ensure sound financial control over the Council’s resources.Contribute, as required, to the preparation of cabinet and committee reports to ensure that financial implications are properly addressed.Contribute, as required, to the gateway procurement process, ensuring that financial implications are properly considered.Be required to assist in the completion of the various revenue budget related government returns (e.g., Revenue Account (RA), and Revenue outturn (RO), and respond to Freedom of Information (FOI) and media requests as required to ensure compliance with statutory requirements.Work collaboratively with other Accountants within the Revenue Accounts team to ensure consistency, achieve best practice, and support budget managers with budget monitoring, forecasting, preparation of accounts and treasury management activities. About youApplicants must hold/have the following:Willingness to work towards a relevant professional qualificationExcellent ICT skills and previous knowledge of computerised financial management systems.Detailed knowledge of the processes for budget preparation, budget monitoring and budgetary control.Extensive experience in Adult Social Care finance, wider local government finance, or similar environment.If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager please call Dawn Marsh on 01634 333137In return we 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>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker </li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li><li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a></li></ul>We're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency. Our declaration fits into our <a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan" target="_blank">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change. 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 <a href="http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx" target="_blank">education</a>, <a href="http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx" target="_blank">environment</a>, <a href="http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx" target="_blank">social care</a>, <a href="http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx" target="_blank">housing</a>, <a href="http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx" target="_blank">planning</a>, <a href="http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx" target="_blank">business</a> 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 profile<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction. For further information 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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Medway Council

This is Medway

Senior Accountant - ASC & PH

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:Halton Borough Council is looking to employ a Community Care Worker, to work across the Complex Care Runcorn (CCR) and Complex Care Widnes (CCW) teams, although the workers will be based in Municipal Buildings.The CCR and CCW teams are Adult Social work/care teams, responsible for the Long-Term delivery of person centred support and an asset/strengths based support planning for Adults over the age of 18 years. The focus of the roles will be supporting people who use services who have specific issues relating to the payment of care bills, to ensure that they are able to manage their finances effectively.Hours: 37 per weekYour Contributions:Halton Borough council’s expectations are high and you will need a strong commitment to providing first class person centred care to Halton residents over 18 and support to their carers. You will be passionate about working with a range of service user groups (older people, adults with learning disabilities and adults with physical and sensory difficulties, challenging discrimination whilst promoting independence.You will have a recognised Social Care Experience, within a Care Management team or a social Care setting, good interpersonal and communication skills, a flexible approach and a willingness to continually improve your practice; in addition, you must hold a full driving licence.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>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme.</li></ul>Next Steps:At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact: Kym Lawson (Practice Manager), Adult Review Team on 0151 511 8423Interviews will take place on 14th July 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>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible.We look forward to receiving your application!





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Halton Borough Council

Halton Borough Council's Plan

Community Care Worker

<h4> Job Description </h4>Overview The London Borough of Harrow is looking for a passionate and organised Conversation Café Engagement Coordinator to join the Adults and Public Health directorate. This new role supports vulnerable residents, including disabled people, unpaid carers, older adults, and those with long-term health conditions. You will work alongside the Conversation Café Lead to set up and support multiple weekly events across East Harrow, providing guidance and signposting to vital services. The role involves strong partnership working with internal teams, health services, charities, businesses, and community organisations to promote wellbeing, inclusion, and access to support for all residents. This is a part time, fixed-term contract for a 12 month period. We have 3 vacancies at 2x27 hours and 1x21 hours. The working hours include evenings and weekends. About You The candidate will have:<ul><li>The ability to enagage at ease with residents who may have disabilities, unpaid carers, pensioners and those with long term health conditions. </li><li>Ability to demonstrate personal resilience and autonomy when working in challenging situations and dealing with contentious issues and finding workable solutions.</li><li>Detailed working knowledge of guidance/procedures/policies relative to the service area.</li><li>Understanding of the Care Act (2014). </li><li>Experience in setting up and delivering community facing events.</li><li>Ability to deliver live presentations. </li><li>Experience / knowledge of the community support available to people who use social care services and unpaid Carers.</li><li>Extensive experience of Health &amp; Wellbeing. </li><li>Ability to network with partner organisations, charities and in-house departments. </li><li>Experience of benefit entitlement including application and appeal processes. </li><li>Willingness to wear the provided uniform. </li><li>Experience in research and managing communications internally and externally. </li><li>ICT literate. </li><li>Ability to communicate in the English language. </li><li>Experience of managing challenging situations. </li><li>Experience in managing risk. </li><li>First Aid, Food Safety L1, Health &amp; Safety, L2, and Conflict Management training. </li><li>Valid UK Drivers Licence with access to a vehicle. </li><li>Willingness to train to drive a minibus. </li><li>Willingness to work outdoors in all weather. </li></ul>This role is subject to Enhanced DBS (Childrens &amp; Adults). Interviews will take place in person only. Related Documents For more information, please go through <a href="https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=23185&amp;hashed=1237318926" target="_blank">Role Profile/ Selection Criteria</a><h4>About us</h4> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.<h4>Other information</h4> Support for candidates visit:<a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&amp;categoryId=210277" target="_blank">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11" target="_blank">below G11</a> and <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11" target="_blank">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council" target="_blank"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a><h4>Important Note</h4> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice" target="_blank">equality statement</a>. As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. 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Harrow Council

Conversation Café Engagement Coordinator

Name of School: &nbsp;Hengoed Primary SchoolJob Title: Caretaker – Level 1Grade: 3Start date: 1st September 2025 (pending safer recruitment checks)Contract: Permanent / Part time (35 Hours)We are proud to be a school that values its strong sense of community, and we are looking for someone who shares our commitment to creating a safe, clean, and inspiring environment for our children to learn and grow.As our caretaker, you will play a vital role in the day-to-day running of the school premises. This includes maintaining the building and grounds, ensuring health and safety standards are met, and supporting the school in hosting community events and activities.We are looking for someone who:<ul><li>Is reliable, proactive, and takes pride in their work</li><li>Has good practical skills and can carry out minor repairs and maintenance</li><li>Can work independently and as part of a friendly team</li><li>Is committed to the wellbeing and safety of our pupils and staff</li></ul>In return, we offer:<ul><li>A supportive and cheerful working environment</li><li>Opportunities to be involved in community projects and school events</li><li>A chance to be part of a school that truly values every member of its team</li></ul>If you would like to be part of a lovely school with a strong community spirit and a happy, caring ethos, we would love to hear from you.To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list.To request an application form please contact the school directly on <a href="mailto:Hengoedprimary@sch.caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">Hengoedprimary@sch.caerphilly.gov.uk</a> or collect an application form from the Main Office (01443 812909). Completed application forms should be returned to Mr J Lloyd, Headteacher, at Hengoed Primary school or applications to be emailed to <a href="mailto:Hengoedprimary@sch.caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">Hengoedprimary@sch.caerphilly.gov.uk</a>Closing Date:&nbsp;2nd July 2025 Start Date:&nbsp;1st September 2025We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants.&nbsp; This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.Applications may be submitted in Welsh.&nbsp; Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.This vacancy has been processed in English only because there are no Welsh language requirements.





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Caerphilly County Borough Council

Caretaker - Hengoed Primary School

<h2>About us</h2>Marsh Farm Futures (MFF) is an independent charity and a company limited by guarantee based in Marsh Farm, North Luton, Bedfordshire. It is run and managed by a voluntary board of trustees to improve the well-being and quality of life for those who live and work in area. MFF is based in a modern BREEAM very good building of 65,000 sf in the heart of the community with an indoor playpark, café, community halls, a police station and offices for small and medium enterprises.&nbsp; Our Objectives include providing support&nbsp;support for young people and fostering the development of a healthy and safe community in North Luton.<h2>About the job</h2>As the Youth &amp; Community Officer, you will lead, deliver, and develop high-quality, inclusive services for&nbsp;our Youth &amp; Community programme. Your role will be pivotal in shaping and overseeing a range of programmes with a strong focus on community cohesion. You will also play an important role in developing local partnerships and ensuring services are responsive, inclusive, and impactful.<h2>About you</h2>You are a dynamic and collaborative professional with a passion for empowering young people and the wider local community.&nbsp;You bring a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to delivering high-quality services.<h2>Additional Information</h2>Benefits include 28 days holidays, contributory pension scheme, TOIL system, Employee assisted programme.Marsh Farm Futures is committed to safeguarding and all appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.Interviews for this role will take place on 22/07/2025<h2>How to apply</h2>For further details please check <a href="http://www.marshfarmfutures.co.uk" target="_blank">www.marshfarmfutures.co.uk</a> for a full job pack.Please do not apply on this site, to apply please email a cover letter and CV to <a href="mailto:recruitment@marshfarmfutures.co.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@marshfarmfutures.co.uk</a><ul></ul>

Luton Borough Council

Youth and Community Officer

<h2>About us</h2>Marsh Farm Futures (MFF) is an independent charity and a company limited by guarantee based in Marsh Farm, North Luton, Bedfordshire. It is run and managed by a voluntary board of trustees to improve the well-being and quality of life for those who live and work in area. MFF is based in a modern BREEAM very good building of 65,000 sf in the heart of the community with an indoor playpark, café, community halls, a police station and offices for small and medium enterprises.&nbsp; Our Objectives include providing support&nbsp;support for young people and fostering the development of a healthy and safe community in North Luton.<h2>About the job</h2>Being a community-based charity we are seeking to recruit an experienced caretaker with a focus on service delivery and people centred approach in their work. As a caretaker, you will play a key role in ensuring that the building and grounds is safe, secure, clean, and well-maintained.<h2>About you</h2>This is a hands-on position that requires someone who takes pride in their work and is happy to get stuck in with a variety of tasks.<h2>Additional Information</h2>Benefits include 28 days holidays, contributory pension scheme, TOIL system, Employee assisted programme.Marsh Farm Futures is committed to safeguarding and all appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.Interviews for this position will take place on 22/07/2025<h2>How to apply</h2>For further details please check&nbsp;<a href="http://www.marshfarmfutures.co.uk/" target="_blank">www.marshfarmfutures.co.uk</a>&nbsp;for a full job pack.Please do not apply on this site, to apply please email a cover letter and CV to <a href="mailto:recruitment@marshfarmfutures.co.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@marshfarmfutures.co.uk</a><ul></ul>

Caretaker

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £32,115 - £35,235 a year plus £963 essential car user allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentAre you an experienced professional with a passion for public service, a keen eye for detail, and a strong understanding of licensing law? Luton Council is looking for a dedicated&nbsp;Senior Licensing Officer&nbsp;to join our dynamic team.&nbsp;As a Senior Licensing Officer, you’ll play a key role in ensuring public safety and regulatory compliance across Luton. You’ll process applications, carry out inspections, and provide essential support to the Licensing Team. This is a varied role that requires a proactive, organised, and customer-focused individual who can manage both desk-based tasks and fieldwork with equal confidence.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process and assess a wide range of licensing applications in line with current legislation and council procedures.</li><li>Conduct inspections of licensed premises across the borough, including taxis, private hire vehicles, and licensed venues.</li><li>Investigate licensing breaches and support enforcement action when required.</li><li>Liaise with members of the public, applicants, and stakeholders, providing accurate advice and resolving queries with tact and professionalism.</li><li>Maintain accurate manual and digital records, using a variety of software systems including Microsoft Word, Excel, and databases.</li><li>Undertake investigative and basic project work to meet departmental deadlines and targets.</li></ul>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>What We’re Looking For:<ul><li>Demonstrable experience&nbsp;in an office environment and in dealing with the public in a professional setting.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including in an interviewing capacity.</li><li>Confident in reading complex correspondence and writing a range of letters.</li><li>Numerate, with the ability to handle cash receipts and assign cost codes accurately.</li><li>Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Word, Excel, and database systems.</li><li>Knowledge of relevant legislation, including Licensing Act 2003, Gambling Act 2005, Hackney Carriage and private hire licensing, scrap metal dealers and other local licensing regimes.</li><li>Understanding of the impact of discrimination on service delivery and the ability to treat all service users with respect and sensitivity.</li><li>Relevant training or qualifications in licensing inspections is desirable.</li><li>Ability to travel across the borough to conduct inspections is essential.</li></ul>This is a public facing role so you’ll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English.If you think you could become an asset to the team, then please do not hesitate to get in touch. We look forward to receiving your application.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – 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 reflects the diversity of our borough<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=1509502&amp;ptId=11461" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1548712&amp;ptId=11461" target="_blank">download: Senior Licencing Officer - L6 JD.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Senior Licensing Officer

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £29,093 - £31,586 a year pro rata plus £963 essential car user allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Fixed Term for 6 months&nbsp;This position is available as a secondment opportunity for 6 months. If you are a permanent LBC employee, you must have written approval (an email will suffice) from your manager prior to applying and a copy will need to be submitted with your application. Please note: we will not be able to proceed with your application form without your manager’s permission.We're seeking an individual experienced in working with older people in dedicated care environments. You will often work alone and coordinate with external agencies and caring services to support vulnerable adults.Your role will involve tenancy management, addressing nuisance and antisocial behaviour, and enforcing actions as needed. Additionally, you'll conduct building inspections focusing on health and safety and necessary repairs.Proficiency in using various software packages, writing concise reports, and effective communication with a diverse range of people is essential. You must manage your time and workload efficiently, using resources effectively.Engaging with tenants face to face is a critical part of this role and as such homeworking is not applicable to this post.&nbsp;Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>You have a strong background in assessing and supporting tenants' needs, with a keen understanding of housing legislation, welfare reform, benefits, and sustaining tenancies. Your experience includes working with diverse cultural groups and recognising their unique needs within a caring context.You're proficient in communicating with a wide range of individuals, remaining calm under pressure, and handling sensitive situations. Your education includes being a member of the Chartered Institute of Housing or holding equivalent qualifications or experience.Flexibility, the ability to work as part of a team, and a valid driving license with access to a car for travel across the Borough are crucial. You're also open to ongoing training to meet service requirements.Join us and make a meaningful impact on the lives of those you support while growing with a dedicated and passionate team.This is a public facing role so you’ll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English<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=1550108&amp;ptId=11464" target="_blank">download: Sheltered Housing Officer JD (1).pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1550109&amp;ptId=11464" target="_blank">download: Luton Values Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Sheltered Housing Officer

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £51,802 - £54,924 a year plus £3,203 car benefit allowance and £5,000 market supplement allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentIn this pivotal position, you will lead the development, delivery and continuous improvement of our Quality Assurance Framework. You’ll have strategic oversight of audit activity and practice improvement, driving a high support, high challenge culture across the service. Your role will directly influence the quality of outcomes for children and families in Luton.You’ll:<ul><li>Lead on audit programmes and thematic reviews that inform strategic priorities and training needs.</li><li>Provide expert consultation, coaching, and challenge to practitioners, senior managers, and elected members.</li><li>Champion outstanding social work practice and model what “good” looks like across the workforce.</li><li>Collaborate with the Social Work Academy Manager to enhance career pathways, CPD, and professional standards.</li><li>Embed the voice of the child in service design and delivery and act as strategic lead on child exploitation and vulnerability.</li><li>Represent Luton at regional forums and multi-agency panels, using data and insight to influence service direction and improvement.</li><li>Lead the development and delivery of learning events following serious case reviews and inspections (e.g. Ofsted).</li><li>Act as a key change agent in the implementation of high-quality standards, new service policies, and improvement frameworks.</li></ul>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>We are looking for an experienced, innovative, and dynamic leader with a passion for delivering excellence in social work. You will bring: <ul><li>Substantial experience in leading service improvement and performance monitoring in a complex safeguarding or children’s social care environment.</li><li>Proven track record of managing audits, practice improvement plans and delivering sustainable outcomes.</li><li>Exceptional skills in coaching, mentoring and supervising staff in matrix management environments.</li><li>Expertise in using performance data, KPIs and research to inform best practice and service change.</li><li>Strong partnership working skills with multi-agency stakeholders across Police, Health, Education and voluntary sectors.</li><li>Advanced analytical skills, including proficiency in Excel and other data tools.</li><li>In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and best practice across 0–25 age groups (Children Acts, SEND Code, etc).</li><li>Recognised social work qualification (DipSW, CQSW or equivalent), registered with Social Work England.</li><li>Evidence of continuous professional development, aligned to professional frameworks and leadership competencies.</li></ul><h2>About us</h2>Luton Council has been selected to deliver the government’s Families First for Children Pathfinder programme.Luton is one of seven new areas in the second wave to be chosen with the aim of protecting vulnerable children from harm and improving services to help more children stay with their families in safe and loving homes.The programme is an amazing opportunity for Luton to shape future social care practice, which includes closer working relationships with our health, police, education and voluntary sector partners.Children are at the heart of everything we do in Luton, and we are very proud of the tremendous work that is already taking place together with our partners, including the development of our Family Hubs and working towards making Luton a child-friendly town where our children and young people can grow up feeling happy, healthy and secure.Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – 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 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.<h2>Additional information</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: <ul><li>From 25&nbsp;to 32&nbsp;days’ annual leave:&nbsp;linked to length of service and grade</li><li>Buying annual leave scheme:&nbsp;buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li><li>Career Pathways:&nbsp;step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li><li>Pension scheme:&nbsp;with generous employer contributions of up to&nbsp;20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li><li>Generous relocation package:&nbsp;up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme:&nbsp;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</li><li>Work/life balance:&nbsp;flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</li><li>Training and support:&nbsp;unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li><li>Staff offers:&nbsp;includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li><li>Arriva Travel Club:&nbsp;great value savings on local bus travel</li><li>Friday Funday Socials -&nbsp;One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li></ul><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=1550294&amp;ptId=11460" target="_blank">download: Quality Assurance Audit &amp; Practice Improvement Manager JD.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1550295&amp;ptId=11460" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Team Manager - Quality Assurance and Safeguarding

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £35,235 - £37,938 a year Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentWe are looking for a Vehicle Technician to join our Fleet Transport team. You’ll be required to complete a comprehensive range of technical, technological and mechanical multi-skilled work including diagnosing, inspecting, servicing and repair of vehicles, plant and specialist equipment in a safe, efficient and economical manner, following current legislation, Luton Council’s maintenance policy and all relevant Health &amp; Safety policies.You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of different vehicles used across the Council. A tool allowance of £762.03 a year is eligible for this role and also unsociable hours payment (to be confirmed).Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience of diagnosing, repairing and maintaining a range of heavy and light commercial vehicles and plant equipment. You’ll need to be able to communicate effectively with others, including persuading and influencing customers and members of the public, ensuring you give clear instructions, advice, information and estimates of time and costs both verbally and in writing.Some experience of supervision within a workshop repair, maintenance facility or similar is essential. You must have knowledge of the application and practice of Health &amp; Safety legislation within a vehicle maintenance and repair environment.A City and Guilds Full Technological Certificate, NVQ L3 or equivalent experience and training is essential, as well as a Category C driving license.This is a public facing role so you’ll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English<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>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=1516995&amp;ptId=11462" target="_blank">download: lbc00530_vehicle_technician_jd (2).pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1516996&amp;ptId=11462" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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