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Job DescriptionDirectorate: PlaceJob Title: Sheltered Housing Officer (2 posts)Salary:&nbsp;£37,815 - £43,083 per annumGrade:&nbsp;E&nbsp;Permanent Contract37 Hours per WeekThe Sheltered Housing service is looking for proactive Officers who will work closely with services users over 50 years of age to provide housing related support and estate management.&nbsp;We are committed to providing a safe and secure living environment for our older residents in Thurrock. We require dedicated professionals who enjoy working with older people to make sure that they can live their lives to the full in an independent setting.You will need to be able to participate in the assessment of prospective service users, including the completion of needs and risk assessments, to complete property wellness check ins onsite and in the wider community, to regularly review plans, to maintain regular contact with service users, to consult with service users on issues relating to Sheltered Housing Services and to provide day to day tenancy management at the complexes.&nbsp;Thurrock has 29 Sheltered Housing Sites and each officer manages at least 2 sites. The role will include, tenancy management, Health and safety, visits to older people within the wider community as part of our Outreach service and engaging and facilitating activities on sites to encourage social inclusion.A knowledge or experience of housing and housing IT systems will be beneficial to the role.&nbsp;If you have a passion for this type of satisfying work, you may be the right person for us.A DBS Check at basic level will be required for this post.Advert Closing Date:&nbsp;Redeployment Only: 19th June 2025Internal &amp; External Applications: 6th July 2025Interview Date: TBCPlease contact Sian McCarthy <a href="mailto:smccarthy@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">smccarthy@thurrock.gov.uk</a> for more information about these posts.For full details on this and other vacancies in the Thurrock area and to apply online please go to:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.thurrock.gov.uk/jobs" target="_blank">www.thurrock.gov.uk/jobs</a>If you do not have Internet access, please call 0870 787 1176 (Mon-Fri, 8am-7pm or Sat, 9am - 2pm)<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/ESmTrqpI52BLhdOKSkh6HEQBtJXWsCZHGBDfcivG8Vkezw?e=pOJXEJ" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a>About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Sheltered Housing Officer

Job DescriptionHomeless Prevention Assistant – Housing SolutionsSalary: £28,344 - £31,719 per annum&nbsp;Grade: CPermanent Contract37 Hours per weekDo you have passion and drive to help those currently faced with homelessness? Do you thrive in working in a&nbsp;challenging and fast-moving environment? Can you demonstrate a keen eye for detail and accurate record keeping? If so, we would love to hear from you. &nbsp;We are seeking an exceptional and committed individual to join us as a Homeless Prevention Assistant. &nbsp;The role is a varied and exciting opportunity to support the Temporary Accommodation Team within the Housing Solutions Service.&nbsp;Key Responsibilities:<ul> <li>Monitoring and processing all invoices/payments requested by the service.</li> <li>Being the first point of contact for our suppliers regarding all payment issues.</li> <li>Liaising closely with financial departments to ensure payments are made quickly and efficiently.</li> <li>Responsible for the daily administration and monitoring of various reports within the service.</li> <li>Supporting the various teams within the service with financial and administration tasks.</li> <li>To provide general administrative support to the Housing Solutions Service including undertaking word processing tasks such as letter and reports as required.</li> <li>To ensure that the date input into IT systems is accurate for the Council to report on Homelessness activity and effectively assist the government in its work to capture the true picture of homelessness and its impact on society.</li></ul>Skills and experience required:<ul> <li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.</li> <li>Able to keep accurate and factual case notes and statistics.</li> <li>Able to prioritise workload and work on own initiative.</li> <li>Able to problem solve and find solutions.</li> <li>Able to organise and undertake administrative tasks within a deadline.</li> <li>Experience of working within a financial setting, processing invoices and making payments. &nbsp;</li></ul>Please contact Tracy Reid, Rehousing Manager at <a href="mailto:treid@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">treid@thurrock.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;if you require any further information regarding the post.&nbsp;Closing Dates:&nbsp;Redeployment Only: 19th June 2025Internal &amp; External Applications: 6th July 2025Interview Date:&nbsp;To be confirmed To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/ER-nihPowLZMkWeZACP_UFQBL_6TZQ5Gd4wCuODJI8THEg?e=TPisGm" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a>About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Homeless Prevention Assistant

Job DescriptionSalary: £44,208 - £50,424 per annum (plus a £6,000 annual market supplement*)Grade: FPermanent Contract37 Hours per Week Why Thurrock?Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead.This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Senior PractitionerWe are looking to recruit a dynamic, experienced social worker who is passionate about securing the best outcomes for children. &nbsp;The Assessment Team is responsible for completing Viability Assessments, Special Guardianship Order assessments as well as kinship carer assessments. &nbsp;We offer support to applicants throughout the assessment process, delivering preparation workshops to kinship carer, facilitating support groups for kinship carers and work in unison with the supervising social worker for Kinship carers within the team.The team also takes the lead for Private Fostering and there is a dedicated social worker who leads in this post, that may require the team's support in completing initial visits to potential private foster carers.&nbsp;About youYou will need to have a thorough knowledge of the Children Act, with a good understanding and working knowledge of Fostering Regulations and standards. The successful candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently but also as part of a successful team to ensure high quality social work. Assessments will need to reflect the lived experience of applicants and provide details analysis. &nbsp;Written work will need to be clear, concise and correct. &nbsp;Attendance at Court is a possibility and therefore you are likely to have experience of giving evidence.<ul> <li>Social Work Degree</li> <li>5 years post-qualifying experience</li> <li>Social Work England registration</li></ul>What We Offer:<ul> <li>Hybrid working</li> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement – 25 days rising to 30 after 5 years’ service</li> <li>Career average pension scheme</li> <li>Salary sacrifice schemes such as cycle to work schemes</li> <li>Flexible working to enable work life balance.</li> <li>Maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave above the statutory minimum.</li> <li>Reflective supervision and management support</li> <li>24-hour health advice and support</li></ul>A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at Enhanced Level with Children's Barred List is required for this role.*Market Supplement reviewed annuallyAdvert Closing Date:<ul> <li>Redeployment only: 26th June 2025</li> <li>Internal &amp; External:&nbsp;6th July 2025</li></ul>Interview Date:&nbsp;To Be ConfirmedIf you would like an informal chat or more information please contact Team Manager Alexandra Cucu at &nbsp;<a href="mailto:ACucu@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">ACucu@thurrock.gov.uk</a> To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Eae7EqGuREBNjgUzulWyOoUBA1xgOLxO3tykND3_OfgH8A?e=FKSQaV" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> &nbsp;About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Senior Practitioner - Fostering Placement Assessments Team

Job DescriptionSalary:&nbsp;National Minimum Wage for age&nbsp;18-month&nbsp;Fixed Term Contract&nbsp;&nbsp;37 Hours per Week&nbsp;We are looking for a Community Safety Business Administrator Apprentice.&nbsp;&nbsp;This apprenticeship would suit anyone looking for a career in business administration, whether you’re a school leaver, or looking for a career change.&nbsp;You’ll be part of the Community&nbsp;Safety&nbsp;Team who are friendly and supportive and will offer a varied and interesting workload. We are based at the Civic Offices in Grays not far from the train station and bus stops.&nbsp;The apprentice position is for a minimum of 18&nbsp;months, and involves you learning the skills and gaining relevant experience to achieve&nbsp;the Level  3&nbsp;Apprenticeship&nbsp;in Business Administration (equivalent to A levels). You’ll be provided with a wide variety of&nbsp;work experience opportunities to demonstrate proficiency in a number of&nbsp;office based activities as required by the qualification.&nbsp;Main responsibilities&nbsp;<ul> <li>Accurate and timely data entry.&nbsp;</li> <li>Minute taking and maintenance of spreadsheets.&nbsp;</li> <li>Planning and&nbsp;organising meetings.&nbsp;</li> <li>Engaging with members of the public at events promoting keeping safe.&nbsp;</li> <li>Undertake a project in relation to community safety as part of your qualification.&nbsp;</li></ul>About you&nbsp;The successful applicant will be able to display the following:&nbsp;<ul> <li>Willingness to learn&nbsp;</li> <li>Well presented&nbsp;</li> <li>Works effectively in a team&nbsp;</li> <li>Excellent attention to detail&nbsp;</li> <li>Good professional&nbsp;manner on&nbsp;teams meetings&nbsp;</li> <li>Good time management&nbsp;</li> <li>Organised, flexible and able to&nbsp;multi task&nbsp;</li> <li>Confident communicator&nbsp;</li> <li>Methodical and self-motivated&nbsp;</li> <li>IT literate with experience of using Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel&nbsp;</li></ul>The apprenticeship &nbsp;The Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship requires you to achieve level 2 functional skills qualifications in both Maths and English if not already held (eg. GCSE grade A* to C)&nbsp;As a Thurrock Council Apprentice you’ll have access to a host of additional benefits, including:&nbsp;<ul> <li>Free&nbsp;TOTUM&nbsp;Apprentice&nbsp;Discount&nbsp;Card&nbsp;</li> <li>Membership of the Apprentice Forum Group with monthly gatherings&nbsp;</li> <li>Apprentice only personal development events throughout the year&nbsp;</li> <li>25 days annual leave&nbsp;</li> <li>Health and Well-being Programme&nbsp;</li> <li>Specially negotiated retailer discounts&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme – free confidential advice to help you with your work-life balance&nbsp;</li> <li>Access to additional training&nbsp;</li> <li>Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>We pay apprentices the national minimum wage for your age.  &nbsp;</li></ul>Training will&nbsp;be&nbsp;mainly&nbsp;online&nbsp;or&nbsp;at&nbsp;South Essex College&nbsp;or&nbsp;Civic Offices, but you may be asked to attend an alternative training facility from time to time.  &nbsp;Apprenticeship study will be undertaken within normal working hours. Time will be allocated to attend training and complete assignments, workbooks, online training etc. as required by the qualification.&nbsp;&nbsp;Closing Date:&nbsp;Redeployment Only: 19th June 2025Internal &amp; External Applications: 6th July 2025Interviews Date: To Be ConfirmedTo view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EfJH4Ux1hjRGmMOKOM0c0X8BDYNFsWISeloNsE7QH_k1BQ?e=7mBmxM" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> &nbsp;“If you encounter an error message when opening the Job Profile link please refresh the error page”About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Apprentice - Business Administration Community Safety

Job DescriptionSalary: £44,208 - £50,424 per annum (Plus Market Factor Supplement subject to annual review)Grade FPermanent&nbsp;Contract37 Hours per Week&nbsp; We are seeking a committed individual to join us as a Senior Practitioner in our Preparing for Adulthood Team. This is a permanent role, and we are looking for a qualified social worker with experience in Adult Social Care to join this highly skilled and committed team. You will be working with Young Adults with various learning disabilities and impairments.&nbsp;You will work closely with colleagues in other departments, and agencies to meet the care and support needs, and outcomes for our young adults.&nbsp;You will become part of a stable, award-winning team, where we provide the opportunity for you to grow and develop and join a very innovative and supportive service. &nbsp;&nbsp;You will need to be an excellent communicator and able to work alongside colleagues in Children Services, Health, Education and Voluntary organisations.&nbsp;&nbsp;Adult Social Care has so much to offer you, and we look forward to seeing what you can offer Adult Social Care.&nbsp;&nbsp;For an informal discussion please call Maita Chapatarongo on 01375 659687.&nbsp;A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an Enhanced level with Adults and Children's Barred List is required for this role.Advert Closing Date: TBC<ul> <li>Redeployment Only:&nbsp;19th June 2025</li> <li>Internal &amp; External:&nbsp;6th July 2025</li></ul>Interview Date:&nbsp;To Be ConfirmedTo view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EUJoOtVuXG5ErNEv1uiJUaoBxFWaNxogYUcDfQY87xrR1Q?e=7cB2fe" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a>About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Senior Practitioner - Preparing for Adulthood Team

Job DescriptionSalary: £44,208 - £50,424 per annumGrade FPermanent&nbsp;37 Hours per Week&nbsp;Thurrock is a busy unitary borough bordering the river Thames in Essex, close to London and home to the Lakeside Shopping Centre.&nbsp; We offer the opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed person to join our small, dedicated team. The role is part of the Health &amp; Safety Team which currently covers both Corporate and External Health &amp; Safety, based within Environmental Health.&nbsp;We are seeking to recruit an individual with experience and a broad depth of knowledge who will be confident and competent to deal with businesses, the public and customers, face to face, on the phone in person and by email. Previous experience is essential, although newly qualified EHO’s would be considered.The ideal candidate must have:<ul> <li>Excellent organisational skills.</li> <li>The ability to cope with processing a high volume of work, whilst meeting our statutory timescales.</li> <li>A knowledge of Local Authority, Environmental Health subject areas.</li> <li>Strong communication skills to advise on enquiries.</li> <li>Experience using the Uniform database system.&nbsp;</li></ul>The applicant must also be flexible in their approach to the delivery of the service and must be prepared to support collaborative working with other local authorities, in the delivery of a modern licensing service. Some working out of normal office hours may be requiredA Basic DBS check will be required.If you have any queries regarding the post or interview dates, please contact Tony Sprackling, Health and Safety Manager via 01375 652652 or by emailing&nbsp;<a href="mailto:asprackling@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">asprackling@thurrock.gov.uk</a>Advert Closing Date: 13/07/2025Interview Dates: 22/07/2025 to 24/07/2025Our vision – An ambitious and collaborative community which is proud of its heritage and excited by its diverse opportunities and future.Thurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do.To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EeubDsZifopJqIksXJBs7vEBtZxV_U9MsKkcTZXVrEttPA?e=Fh0lij" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> If you encounter an error message when opening the Job Profile link please refresh the error pageAbout usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Health And Safety Inspector

Job DescriptionBusiness Administration Apprentice – Legal ServicesSalary: National Minimum Wage for AgeFixed Term Contract - 21 months37 Hours per WeekThe Legal Service operates at the heart of the Council. We are looking to recruit a Business Administration Level 3 Apprentice for a 21-month fixed term contract to provide a high level of administrative support to the lawyers within the Legal Services.You will learn all aspects of providing administrative support to a Legal Service, and once trained you will have work directly with the individual legal team to broaden your knowledge and experience.The successful candidate will require good communication skills, have an attention to detail and be flexible in their approach to work.You will spend 1 day per week at college completing your NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration.As a Thurrock Council Apprentice you’ll have access to a host of additional benefits, including:<ul> <li>Free NUS Apprentice Extra discount card</li> <li>Membership of the Apprentice Forum Group with monthly gatherings</li> <li>Apprentice only personal development events throughout the year</li> <li>25 days annual leave</li> <li>Health and Well-being Programme</li> <li>Specially negotiated retailer discounts</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme – free confidential advice to help you with your work-life balance</li> <li>Access to additional training</li> <li>Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme</li> <li>We pay apprentices the national minimum wage for your age.</li></ul>For an informal discussion about the post please contact Petrena Sharpe at <a href="mailto:petrena.sharpe@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">petrena.sharpe@thurrock.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;Closing Date:&nbsp;Redeployment Only: 19th June 2025Internal &amp; External Applications: 6th July 2025Interview Date: To Be ConfirmedTo view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EbRNkGBRCCZOnl2_P6lDt5kB1A_m6-vu0qy-m_LLd8IBIg?e=tnoFtB" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a>About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Apprentice - Business Administration (Legal Services)

Job DescriptionSalary: £28,344 - £31,719 per annum&nbsp;&nbsp;Grade: CPermanent Contract37 Hours per Week&nbsp;with the requirement to work on a rota system including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.Exciting opportunities to join our Youth &amp; Outdoor Education Team&nbsp; within Thurrock Council as we continue to develop Grangewaters Outdoor Education Centre in 2025.Our 70-acre centre includes cabined residential villages, a 25-acre lake, a large climbing/ high ropes facility and numerous adventurous activities, including sailing, kayaking, archery, mountain biking, and many more. The centre delivers a wide range of educational programmes for all ages and abilities in addition to our family activities, corporate days, celebration events and training courses.&nbsp;We are looking for instructors who have passion and drive to join us in making a difference to children, young people and adults both in Thurrock and beyond; delivering high quality activities with excellent customer care skills.You will have a proven track record of working in a busy multi-activity centre, be able to think on your feet and have good time management skills; always ready to have fun whilst ensuring the highest levels of safety standards.The successful applicant will need to demonstrate:<ul> <li>At least 1 previous season's experience</li> <li>Competence in leading sessions for young people</li> <li>Delivering activities to meet learning outcomes</li> <li>Be first aid qualified</li> <li>Be qualified in at least two of the following, one of which will be from the first three: <ul> <li>RYA Dinghy instructor</li> <li>PSI (or above)</li> <li>Climbing Wall Instructor/ROI</li> <li>GNAS (Archery) or in-house assessed</li> </ul></li></ul>Hours are 37 per week, with the requirement to work on a rota basis to cover weekends, evenings and bank holidaysOur instructor team are required to participate in the maintenance and cleaning of equipment and facilities as a part of their duties.Experience of work with clients with additional needs is desirableAn Enhanced DBS Check with Children's Barred List will be required for this role.If you have any questions regarding this role please contact Wendy Warman on 01708 855228 or&nbsp;<a href="mailto:wwarman@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">wwarman@thurrock.gov.uk</a> Advert Closing Date <ul> <li>Redeployment Only:&nbsp;19th June 2025</li> <li>Internal &amp; External:&nbsp;6th July 2025</li> </ul> Interview Date: To Be Confirmed &nbsp; To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: &nbsp;<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EWS-E922OHZPrPhRiJZFuH8B7oZ_SvA9rpEpaufo-xH-Kg?e=coOENH" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a>About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Outdoor Education Instructor

Job Description Library and Digital Assistant - Corringham Library&nbsp;&nbsp; Salary £28,344 - £31,719 per annum pro rata to hours worked Grade: C 12-Month Fixed Term Contract&nbsp;&nbsp; 16.5 hours per week&nbsp; &nbsp; Week 1 &nbsp; Mon&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Tue&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Wed&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Thu&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Fri&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Sat&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Total &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;OFF &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;10 - 5 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 10 - 5 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;OFF &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 10 - 5 &nbsp; &nbsp; OFF &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 18&nbsp; &nbsp; Week 2 &nbsp; Mon&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Tue&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Wed&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Thu&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Fri&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Sat&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Total &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 10 - 5 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;10 - 5 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; OFF &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;OFF &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; OFF &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 10 - 1 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;15&nbsp; Library workers provide an essential frontline service ensuring that our customers of all ages get the best from their library service.&nbsp; The ability to work under pressure and to adapt within a constantly changing environment is essential.You will need to be able to quickly master the varied aspects of library routines, including front line customer care, using the library management system, the self-service machines, handling cash, stock requests and stock procedures.&nbsp; You will also be required to facilitate a variety of groups, including arts and craft sessions, Rhyme Times and Story Times.To succeed in this role, you must be able to communicate well and demonstrate a mature and professional attitude coupled with an enthusiasm to learn.&nbsp; Previous experience of customer care in a similar environment and good computer skills are essential. The role involves a significant amount of standing, bending and carrying heavy weights.&nbsp; You will need to be able to travel to all of the libraries within Thurrock if cover is required.&nbsp;You must be able to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings (Monday to Friday between 9.00am and 7.00pm and Saturday between 9am – 1pm)A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is not required for this role.Advert Closing DateRedeployment Only: 19th June 2025Internal and External: 6th July 2025Interview Date: To be confirmed &nbsp; To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Edz7DG0Au69Lr03ZhPgkJbgBXjCS2st0ju-kZRKESf-4DQ?e=h1rubp" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> &nbsp;About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Library and Digital Assistant (16.5 hours) - Corringham Library

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The purpose of the role is to provide a financial and safeguarding service to vulnerable adult service users that are subject to an appointeeship or deputyship to ensure financial affairs are managed appropriately and to offer protection from financial abuse. Ensuring duties are carried out in line with the requirements of the Mental Capacity Act 2005, Financial Regulations, Taxation, DWP legislation, The Office of the Public Guardian Standards and Court of Protection guidelines.Resolve legal, financial, family and emotional matters that can often be challenging and complex in order to effectively manage client’s personal financial affairs who have been assessed as having no capacity themselves to do so.Our benefits Here at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul>
<li>a competitive salary</li>
<li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li>
<li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li>
<li>generous leave entitlement (28&nbsp;days, rising to 33&nbsp;days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li>
<li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li>
</ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.What will you be doing? Responsible for day-to-day management of service users’ affairs and in line with current legislation and the stated policies of the organisations involved, making sound judgements / decisions. Work closely with the Team Leader and Corporate Deputy, keeping them informed of service user, process, system or performance issues and take responsibility for resolving issues or recommending options for resolving them as appropriate.Manage and prioritise own case load which includes dealing with correspondence, making payments, providing emergency funds, claiming benefits to maximise a service user’s income, negotiating agreements, debt settlements, reporting information to the OPG / COP / DWP / Tax Office, representing and supporting service users at Tribunals and other legal / benefit related / tenancy related issues in order to meet the service user’s and organisation’s needs. Assisting with the administration of Estates and funeral arrangementsAbout you Knowledge of Welfare Benefits processes and entitlements / Mental Capacity Act 2005 / the MCA code of practice / Court of Protection and Office of the Public Guardian procedures and regulations, financial regulations and personal taxation.&nbsp;Ability to manage and prioritise your own workload.Ability to communicate with and influence people whilst demonstrating empathy, diplomacy and understanding of their care and disability needs and / or mental health needs. About us Our Values and BehavioursOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur Key CommitmentsOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council’s pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status.Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)

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