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The Highways and Transport Team provide statutory services that all residents of West Northamptonshire use. The team is responsible for providing a safe road network that operates efficiently and effectively, providing strategic direction for the future development of highway assets, public transport, active travel and all road users, being mindful of budget constraints, legislation and the sustainability agenda. The team also fulfils the County’s duty to ensure the safe travel of eligible students to school.The role exists to be the Council’s senior officer and technical expert in sustainable travel promotion, behaviour change and improvement. They will have a passion about sustainable transport and environmental sustainability, and the ability to drive change and inspire others. They will help to formulate the Council’s policies around sustainable and active transport and lead on the delivery of some of these, as well as supporting the delivery of the Council’s statutory responsibilities with respect to sustainable transport.Our benefits You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.What will you be doing? As our Senior Sustainable Transport Officer, you will lead and inspire a small, dedicated team to champion sustainable and active travel across West Northamptonshire. You’ll motivate and mentor colleagues, setting the standard by example while ensuring all activity aligns with the objectives of the Sustainable Travel Team.In this role you will drive forward strategic plans, supporting the delivery of the Local Transport Plan and overseeing the development and implementation of Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plans. You’ll make sure these plans connect seamlessly with wider initiatives such as the Bus Service Improvement Plan, strengthening the sustainability and efficiency of the local bus network.You will also take the lead in shaping behaviour change programmes that encourage residents to choose sustainable transport. Working closely with stakeholders, you’ll design and deliver effective initiatives, while managing the review, agreement and monitoring of travel plans secured through planning obligations.Budget management will form a key part of your role, as you oversee funding for sustainable transport improvements and initiatives, including contributions from Section 106 agreements and other external sources. Alongside this, you will manage procurement activities, commissioning consultants for plan development and feasibility studies, overseeing Bikeability training, and leading other contracts as needed to achieve our vision for greener, safer and more connected travel.About you You need in-depth knowledge of sustainable and active travel planning, relevant legislation, and recognised best practice, together with a clear understanding of how local government fulfils its responsibilities in this area.&nbsp;You will have a strong grasp of the role of travel plans and the practicalities of implementing sustainable travel and behaviour change policies effectively.&nbsp;A good working knowledge of active travel policy, planning and guidance, including LTN 1/20 infrastructure design standards, will be essential, alongside an understanding of the legislation and processes relating to planning applications.About us At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Principal Travel Officer

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Are you a Qualified Social Worker?
Do you want to make a difference to the lives of Children and Families through effective Social Care?&nbsp; Do you want to be part of a team that cares and will value your knowledge, experience and you as a person? Then Knowsley Children’s Services could be the place for you.&nbsp;
See what our staff say about working with Knowsley Children's Services: <a href="https://youtu.be/oMH7chd4Qrc" target="_blank">watch here</a>
Be part of what we are building.&nbsp;
Following our recent Ofsted inspection, our Children’s Social Care Services (CSC) department are on an improvement journey - one we would love you to join us on!&nbsp;
Want to work with:&nbsp;
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Then this may be the role for you...&nbsp;&nbsp;
We have high aspirations for our children and young people and are determined to work together to make the necessary improvements and get to ‘good’ whilst always aiming higher. This is an exciting time to join our service - improving CSC is one of the Council’s main priorities; there’s significant investment in the service, expertise on-hand and opportunities for you to make a real difference; helping to shape the future delivery of CSC for the benefit of our children and young people.&nbsp;&nbsp;
If you choose to join us, you will be coming to an inclusive, supportive, and friendly team.  We have a new engaging and ambitious leadership team in place, who will ensure that you work in an environment where you feel recognised, valued, and listened to.  As a service we offer flexible working, manageable caseloads and a vast array of employee benefits details of which can be found below.  We welcome you to come and join us on this exciting journey– in return we promise to support, develop, and help you achieve your goals.&nbsp;
We are looking for Experienced Social Workers across many of our services including Children with Disabilities, Child Protection, Children looked After and Young Person's Team.&nbsp;&nbsp;
To be successful you will be a qualified, experienced social worker and you will be professionally registered with Social Work England.&nbsp; You will be committed to making a difference for Children, Young People and their families and you’ll be a great communicator able to quickly build good relationships.&nbsp; It’s important you actively invest in your continuous professional development, and we will support you to do this.&nbsp;
Our offer to you:&nbsp;
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Flexible working, Hybrid working arrangements &amp; family friendly initiatives; Our flexible working scheme allows you to manage your hours &amp; plan your life more easily. We will consider requests for flexible working.  For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, working from home, compressed hours, part-time.</li>
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Generous Holiday Entitlement: starting at 28 days leave with an option to buy additional 10 days leave </li>
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Manageable Workloads - directors of our service work closely with the Heads of Service &amp; Team Managers to ensure caseloads are manageable &amp; you are supported. </li>
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Differentiated sickness absence for individuals living with a disability. </li>
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Menopause policy supporting women in the workplace. </li>
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Local Government Pension Scheme </li>
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Newly Developed Bespoke Four-Week Induction Programme </li>
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High Quality IT Kit supporting agile working arrangements </li>
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Learning &amp; Career Development: We have a wide range of blended learning opportunities available to all employees, which will be relevant to your job &amp; progression </li>
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Supportive Practice Improvement Team – we have a team of experienced staff who build positive working relationships with staff to work alongside you to embed learning from audits or reviews.</li>
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A range of Workers Groups, , Black &amp; Minority Workers' Group, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Forum, Neurodiverse Staff Support Group. </li>
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Well-being Support: We want to improve the well-being of our employees both in &amp; out of the workplace </li>
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MyTime – our monthly supervisions scheduled with you. This is your one-to-one time solely focused on your career development </li>
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Reflective Supervision - 4 weekly </li>
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Access to Signs of Safety Group Supervision </li>
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Newly Developed Progression Pathway </li>
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Learning at Work Week: A yearly celebration awards to recognise &amp; celebrate individual practice across the council</li>
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Visible and accessible Leadership including Monthly Principal Social Worker (PSW) drop-in sessions </li>
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Themed Practice Learning Week: Providing a range of bitesize learning opportunities. </li>
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Currently Offering Free Parking </li>
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Cycle to Work Scheme: We are committed to greener transport solutions. Our scheme entitles you to significant discounts on the price of a new bike &amp; safety equipment. </li>
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VIVUP Discounts &amp; Savings The program offers a staff discount scheme. </li>
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Please note that sponsorship is not available for this post
Application Process&nbsp;
We promote applications from all sections of the community, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.&nbsp;
At Knowsley we value our applicants and want you to feel well-informed and welcome. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact Laverne Bell-Jones on Tel: 07553620733&nbsp;/ Laura Knights on Tel: 07553619228&nbsp;
If you are interested in any of these vacancies, please upload your CV along with a supporting statement as one document in PDF or Word format. Your CV and supporting statement should be tailored to reflect the competencies within the person specification. Please note your supporting statement should not exceed 1–2 pages in length.

Knowsley Council

Experienced Social Worker (Children's Services)

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Private Sector Liaison Officer(P01693)£30,756pa with progression to £34,011pa through annual increments(inclusive of outer fringe allowance)37 hours per week12-month fixed term contractAre you a persuasive person? Can you negotiate and change minds to help those in need? If this is you, we want to hear from you!Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council has invested in the Homelessness Services and is looking for an enthusiastic, passionate Private Sector Liaison Officer to make a difference to residents in need of housing.You will be part of Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council Housing Options team, working to promote the partnership with the Council and landlords and letting agents to help provide homes for those who are homeless or threatened with homelessness. You will be responsible for reaching out to landlords and letting agents, negotiating access to property which can be offered to people and families that need somewhere to live.You will develop the Council’s offer to landlords and agents, being a point of contact for them to ensure tenancy sustainment and encourage landlords and agents in becoming a partner to the Council in our goal of reducing homelessness and the need for temporary accommodation.Working alongside the other officers in the Housing Options team, you will be creative in your negotiations in finding solutions to barriers that might exist and alleviating concerns.Previous experience in the lettings industry is desirable, but not essential.About you:You will be passionate in providing high quality public services to the local community. You will have experience with providing excellent customer service. You will have ability to negotiate with others and find solutions to complicated situations. You must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a commitment to deliver outstanding results. You will have a great eye for detail to maintain accurate data and understand the data protection legislation and principles.You will have an interest in learning about homelessness and developing or increasing your understanding of homelessness legislation and case law.If you are passionate about helping people with true customer focus, assisting those in housing need, thrive under pressure and enjoy working in a team – we want to hear from you.The ability to converse with ease with other staff and members of the public and to provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for this post.You will have a full UK driving license and access to a car.About us:Our CORE values are at the heart of everything we do – Core, Open, Responsible, and Excellent.Our main office is in the centre of Welwyn Garden City offering transport links and great amenities. We offer flexible working for that work life balance, generous annual leave, and the local government pension. We also have electric pool cars, cycle to work scheme, and bicycle pods to help reduce our carbon footprint. You will have access to our health and wellbeing events and a discount with a local sports provider.The full list of our benefits can be found here: <a href="https://careers.welhat.gov.uk/homepage/8/my-rewards" target="_blank">My Rewards – Careers</a> We do not offer sponsorship for the employment in the UK.Closing date for applications is 12 October 2025Assessments will be held on 22 October 2025Interviews will take place on 29 October 2025 Keywords: Welwyn Hatfield, local government, community, housing options, housing needs, homelessness, tenants, negotiating,

Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council

Private Sector Liaison Officer (P01693)

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Band C
30 x casual posts
Casual staff required to act as Passenger Assistants on home to school transport for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities attending special schools and bases.
Passenger Assistants are employed to supervise children and to ensure their health and safety whilst travelling on vehicles contracted to the Authority. Casual staff will be employed to cover for sickness or leave of absence for permanent escorts employed by the Authority.
Hours will vary from 1-20 depending on the individual journey and length of time the cover is required. Passenger Assistants will work in taxis, minibuses and wheelchair accessible vehicles.
This post is subject to Enhanced Adult &amp; Child Level DBS check.
Should you wish to discuss informally, please contact Caroline (Lucy) Pemberton on 0151 666 4212.

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.<h2>About the role</h2>We are looking to recruit Inclusion Officers: Section 19 within the School Attendance Support Service in West Northamptonshire Council. You will be based at One Angel Square but also working in the school community.&nbsp;As a local authority, we have responsibility to provide education at school or otherwise under section 19 of the education Act 1996 for those children of compulsory school age who, by reason of illness, exclusion from school or otherwise, may not for any period receive suitable education unless such arrangements are made for them. This role will focus specifically on those children not attending due to illness or otherwise.You would be joining a highly motivated, committed team which has been brought together from a wide range of experiences to ensure pupils have full access to and are safe in education and to support access to education and positive educational outcomes for vulnerable learners.&nbsp;This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate. It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Children and Adults Barred List check. West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<h2>Additional information</h2>We want talented, ambitious, passionate, tenacious people that are professionally curious and resilient to come and take on this challenging and rewarding role. You must be able to work collaboratively and supportively whilst balancing this with the ability to challenge where it is required.You need to be calm and self-assured and be confident enough to work autonomously whilst knowing when to seek guidance. You need to be knowledgeable about SEMH trauma and attachment and how this can impact a CYP’s ability to access an education.With excellent oral and written communication skills, you will be a clear thinker and outcome focussed.<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Inclusion Officer: Section 19

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ASYE Social Workers X3
New and exciting opportunity for newly qualified social workers, entering into their assessed and supported year in employment (ASYE), to join Hackney as part of a brand new ASYE team. This is the first team of its kind in Hackney that will provide a high level of support as well as a vast range of opportunities to learn and develop across the first year of employment.
We are currently looking for enthusiastic, passionate newly qualified social workers, who are committed to learning and developing their practice and are dedicated to improving outcomes for the lives of children and families in Hackney. The successful candidate will join a brand new team of other newly qualified social workers, led by a highly experienced and skilled team manager, who will support them to navigate the challenges and opportunities of their first year in practice. We are looking for practitioners who already have some experience of working with children and families at a statutory level and who are able to demonstrate strong social work values and skills that align with Hackney’s STAR model of practice.
Join us in Hackney for your next career move and start afresh in 2025. Our priority is to provide the highest quality support and care for Hackney’s children and families, providing the right support at the right time. We are rated Good by Ofsted and are continually seeking to improve our services and set this out in our&nbsp;<a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1W0k4L-fp_e9zMt7r_LbJ_P3kaeWVzN23/view?pli=1" target="_blank">Action Plan</a>.
Benefits:
- Generous holiday allowance – 27 days per year, rising to 32 days after five years
- Unrivalled pension scheme
- Flexible working options including part-time options
- A range of discounts at local eating establishments (of which there are many!) and subsidised gym membership.
- Access to financial and season ticket loans
- Health and wellbeing benefits, such as lunchtime fitness classes
- A comprehensive training and development offer
Why Hackney?
- Our Systemic, Trauma-Informed and Anti-Racist (STAR) practice model informs everything we do.
- We provide wide-ranging and excellent training and development opportunities; we will help you to develop excellent social work practice, leading to career advancement at your own pace.
- Following on from our Anti Racist Summit in October 2023 we remain committed to dismantling systemic racism, discrimination, injustice and making anti-racism a foundation of our practice.
- We pride ourselves on offering a high quality level of personal and case supervision, with a strong clinical offer and an approachable/visible management presence.
- We are an innovative borough where we collaborate to support change for the children and families we work for and for each other.
Candidates must:
- Hold a relevant social work qualification
- Be registered with Social Work England
- Have some statutory experience of work with children and families
- An enhanced DBS check is required for this posts
As a Council, our most outstanding asset is our staff, who are highly dedicated to serving our residents and committed to our goals as an organisation.
If you want to work in a place where you can represent our values so we achieve the best for our residents, please click on the apply button below.
We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Therefore, we do not accept supporting statements or CV’s.
To proceed with your application, you will need to create an account and submit your application.
As part of the application process, you will need to complete a number of competency based questions. These questions allow you to demonstrate your suitability for the role and provide examples of your skills, knowledge and experience outlined in the job description.
We understand the benefits of using AI in the workplace. However, if you are thinking of using this tool to submit your application, we ask you to think about what value it will add. AI tools tend to lack the personal touch and authenticity we value in candidates. We encourage you to showcase your unique knowledge and skills using your own voice.
This application process replaces a supporting statement.
Closing date for applications: 12 October 2025 (22:59)
Interview and assessment date: W/C 27 OCTOBER 2025
We are also working towards our vision, which is to be a place for everyone; where residents and staff can be proud; a place that celebrates diversity and where everyone can feel valued, included and involved. In order to achieve this, we look for people who are: Proud; Ambitious; Pioneering; Open; Proactive; Inclusive.
Hackney Council works to eradicate discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We also recognise that people can be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will also work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. We also welcome those interested in flexible working. We particularly welcome applications from disabled people, as this group is currently under represented in our workforce.
The Council has a dedicated employment support service (Hackney Works), which offers Hackney residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you are thinking about applying for a job, please contact the Hackney Works team to find out what support is available:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk" target="_blank">hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk</a>



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London Borough of Hackney

ASYE Social Worker- Children & Education

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £137,600 - £150,682 + £4,515 Car Benefit a year Hours per week: As and when required Contract type: PermanentIf you are a strategic leader, that has a track record of working in partnership making a considerable difference in more deprived areas we would like to hear from you.Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, the Corporate Director will provide leadership across a diverse portfolio including Housing, Adult Social Care, Public Health, and Customer &amp; Organisational Development. This role is central to delivering the Council’s ambitious 2040 vision: a town where residents live happy and healthy lives, and businesses thrive in a vibrant economy. No one lives in poverty.The successful candidate will be expected to provide strategic direction, drive innovation, and lead transformation across the organisation. You will work collaboratively with elected members, senior officers, and external partners to ensure that services are responsive, inclusive, and aligned with the needs of Luton’s diverse communities. You will also play a key role in shaping policy, securing funding, and delivering high-performing services that meet statutory obligations.This role requires a proven track record of achievement at a senior level, with experience in strategic management, transformation programmes, and partnership working. You will be a visible and inspirational leader, capable of managing complex services and motivating teams to deliver excellence. Your ability to navigate political and community sensitivities, influence stakeholders, and champion equity and inclusion will be essential.As Corporate Director, you will be responsible for ensuring that services are modern, efficient, and future-ready. You will lead the Council’s approach to safeguarding, health surveillance, and community engagement, while also contributing to emergency planning and climate change initiatives. Your leadership will be instrumental in delivering better outcomes for residents and fulfilling the Council’s corporate parenting responsibilities.If you are ready to lead with purpose, drive meaningful change, and make a lasting impact in a dynamic and ambitious local authority, we invite you to apply.&nbsp;Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<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>&nbsp;This role is being managed by Penna, please do not apply on this site or your application will not be considered. To apply for this role please go to - <a href="https://www.penna.com/job/1c36f7e7-e75d-d5fb-7103-7560cdce3b68" target="_blank">Penna website</a>For further information and to download a candidate briefing pack, click the link: below:<a href="https://es-media-hub.pennacloud.com/media/55ves5vd/candidate-briefing-pack-corp-dir-population-wellbeing-sep-25.pdf" target="_blank">Candidate Briefing Pack</a>For a confidential conversation about this role, please contact our retained consultants at Penna:Carol Coyle -&nbsp;07500 887849 or email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:carol.coyle@penna.com" target="_blank">carol.coyle@penna.com</a>Amin Aziz&nbsp;– 07709 514141 or email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:amin.aziz@penna.com" target="_blank">amin.aziz@penna.com</a><ul></ul>

Luton Borough Council

Corporate Director - Population Wellbeing

We are recruiting an Income Assessment Assistant at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Contract Type: 2 x Full Time, PermanentContract Type: 1 x Full Time, Fixed Term until 31st March 2027 Location: Office based / Home working / Working hours can be split between home and office depending on specific task requirements.Team: Finance (Social Services) This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £26,403 - £28,142 and offer access to training and development opportunities. We are seeking a proactive individual to complete financial assessments for client contributions towards social care services.You will collect and validate financial information, check entitlement to benefits, and refer cases to the DWP where necessary to help maximise clients’ income.The role will require you to be an effective communicator with the ability to engage with clients and their representatives. Strong IT skills are also essential with experience in a financial environment and knowledge of welfare benefits. The ability to meet deadlines is also key.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>5 GCSEs Grade A*-C to include Mathematics and English Language or equivalent relevant qualifications on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales which require the same level of ability in Mathematics and English Language.</li><li>Good IT skills and ability to demonstrate a proficiency in a range of Microsoft packages especially Word and Excel.</li><li>Previous administrative experience which includes dealing with the public</li><li>Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business / work purposes to travel throughout the borough visit service users and/or their representatives in their own homes and attend meetings.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Amanda Main on 01443 863356 or email <a href="mailto:maina@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">maina@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> / Kate Evans on 01443 864125 or email <a href="mailto:evansk4@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">evansk4@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. 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.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information. This role requires a basic check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.





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Caerphilly County Borough Council

Income & Assessment Assistant

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Advanced Practitioner - Safeguarding (Starting Well) London Borough of Havering Contract: Permanent Grade 9- Advanced Practitioner £54,267 - £58,461 Pa&nbsp;with an additional Market Supplement (MS) of £4,000 Message from the Director Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children, young people, and families? Do you have a strong desire to be part of a transformative journey that will shape the future of Havering’s community? If so, we invite you to join us in our mission to elevate our local authority's Children's Social Care Services, situated within our Starting Well Department. Following our recent inadequate Ofsted inspection, we are embarking on an improvement journey where we aim to re-establish and reinvigorate great practice across all our services delivered in Havering. As part of this journey, we are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic social care practitioners ready to make a meaningful difference, driven by a genuine desire to advocate for children, promote their well-being, and who are not afraid to take on the challenge of working for a local authority who have been inspected by Ofsted as inadequate. In return, we want to offer you the opportunity to develop your skills through our dedicated 10 days of learning a year offer and access to our very own Social Care Academy and Systemic offer. We are committed to creating an environment where every child receives the best possible support and care, and all staff are supported to thrive and excel in safe, supported, and nurturing environments. Our Senior leaders have worked on an improvement plan, and if you are ready to embrace this challenge and play a pivotal role in shaping our journey, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to welcoming individuals who share our vision and drive. About the role&nbsp; The London Borough of Havering is looking to recruit Advanced Practitioners to contribute to the delivery of an effective children’s social care service as part of a social work team, improving outcomes for children and young people, and manage caseloads dependent upon experience, grade of post and complexity of cases, utilising specialist knowledge for appropriate interventions, needs and risk assessments, care planning and child protection investigations. If successful in your application for the role of Advanced Practitioner, London Borough of Havering, you will/will be: <ul>
<li>Directly&nbsp;manage&nbsp;and&nbsp;supervise&nbsp;a&nbsp;small&nbsp;number&nbsp;of&nbsp;qualified&nbsp;and&nbsp;non-social&nbsp;work staff.</li> <li>Manage&nbsp;a&nbsp;caseload&nbsp;of&nbsp;complex&nbsp;and&nbsp;challenging&nbsp;cases.</li> <li>Support&nbsp;team&nbsp;manager&nbsp;in&nbsp;maintaining&nbsp;and&nbsp;developing&nbsp;high&nbsp;professional standards across the team.</li> <li>Have&nbsp;specialist&nbsp;knowledge&nbsp;of&nbsp;an&nbsp;area&nbsp;of&nbsp;social&nbsp;work&nbsp;practice&nbsp;with&nbsp;children&nbsp;and families that can be used across the service. To represent the service in developing key service provision or local strategic initiatives.</li> <li>Take responsibility for developing skills, expertise and knowledge for a wide range&nbsp;of&nbsp;practice&nbsp;issues&nbsp;and&nbsp;to&nbsp;provide&nbsp;consultation,&nbsp;coaching&nbsp;and&nbsp;mentoring within the team, including effective case management, purposeful evidence- based interventions, analytical assessments and high quality written work.</li> <li>Support&nbsp;team&nbsp;development&nbsp;and&nbsp;recruitment&nbsp;process.</li> </ul> Please see &nbsp;Job Profile here We promote a&nbsp;hybrid model&nbsp;of working for our social care staff, with a flexible approach involving working from our town hall campus/hubs. In this role, you are expected to work from our town hall campus&nbsp;when required. In addition, we also encourage a flexible approach to team building opportunities (we love a catch up over a cuppa, breakfast or lunch) which often take place Face to Face in line with our model of practice. As one of the greenest boroughs in London, resourcefulness is in our nature. We don’t wait to be told, we take the initiative. We face the future head-on, embracing new challenges with open minds and fresh ideas. There’s lots of opportunities to progress here, and if you seize them we’ll support you all the way. Choose Havering and see the difference you’ll make to the people that live, work and learn here. From caring for those who need it most, to ensuring our highways and streets are safe, providing a roof over the heads of our residents, providing excellent customer service or, enhancing our digital services for staff and residents, there are so many ways you can make a positive influence here. And, whether you’re outdoorsy, people-focused or analytical, we have a role that’s right for you. For an informal discussion about the post, please contact <a href="mailto:lydia.bennett@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">lydia.bennett@havering.gov.uk</a> The closing date for the receipt of applications is 12th October 2025 however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. You will be notified if your application has been successful. &nbsp;Interview date to be confirmed . Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770. Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering. The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. &nbsp;

London Borough of Havering

Advanced Practitioner - Safeguarding (Starting Well)

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Team Manager – Safeguarding Team (Starting Well) London Borough of Havering Contract: Permanent Grade 10- £59511- £63966&nbsp;per annum with an additional annual Market Supplement (MS) of £4,000 subject to final confirmation.&nbsp; Message from the Director Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children, young people, and families? Do you have a strong desire to be part of a transformative journey that will shape the future of Havering’s community? If so, we invite you to join us in our mission to elevate our local authority's Children's Social Care Services, situated within our Starting Well Department. Following our recent inadequate Ofsted inspection, we are embarking on an improvement journey where we aim to re-establish and reinvigorate great practice across all our services delivered in Havering. As part of this journey, we are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic social care practitioners ready to make a meaningful difference, driven by a genuine desire to advocate for children, promote their well-being, and who are not afraid to take on the challenge of working for a local authority who have been inspected by Ofsted as inadequate. In return, we want to offer you the opportunity to develop your skills through our dedicated 10 days of learning a year offer and access to our very own Social Care Academy and Systemic offer. We are committed to creating an environment where every child receives the best possible support and care, and all staff are supported to thrive and excel in safe, supported, and nurturing environments. Our Senior leaders have worked on an improvement plan, and if you are ready to embrace this challenge and play a pivotal role in shaping our journey, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to welcoming individuals who share our vision and drive. About the role&nbsp; Team Managers are integral to our office. They empower, provide high support and challenge along with motivating our social workers so we can collectively achieve best outcomes for children, young people and their families. As the Team Manager you will be responsible for: Manage and oversee staff to ensure effective delivery of services to children, young people, and their families through high quality social work in line with standards of good practice, legislation, and guidance. Lead and monitor staff in ensuring robust recording of information on relevant systems and databases in line with standards set, whilst capturing and evidencing the voice of the child. Assist the Service Manager and Head of Service in planning and developing services for vulnerable children, young people, and their families, identifying needs and potential difficulties/challenges, escalating issues as appropriate. Effectively manage budgets and ensure services are cost effective. Produce reports and attend meetings/forums as required Ideally you will be a Team Manager with some experience of working within Safeguarding.&nbsp; If successful you will be: •&nbsp;Manage and oversee staff to ensure effective delivery of services to children, young people, and their families through high quality social work in line with standards of good practice, legislation, and guidance •&nbsp;Lead and monitor staff in ensuring robust recording of information on relevant systems and databases in line with standards set, whilst capturing and evidencing the voice of the child •&nbsp;Assist the Service Manager and Head of Service in planning and developing services for vulnerable children, young people, and their families, identifying needs and potential difficulties/challenges, escalating issues as appropriate &nbsp;&nbsp; • Effectively manage budgets and ensure services are cost effective&nbsp; •&nbsp;Produce reports and attend meetings/forums as required&nbsp; &nbsp; Please see Job Profile Here We promote a&nbsp;hybrid model&nbsp;of working for our social care staff, with a flexible approach involving working from our town hall campus/hubs. In this role, you are expected to work from our town hall campus&nbsp;when required. In addition, we also encourage a flexible approach to team building opportunities (we love a catch up over a cuppa, breakfast or lunch) which often take place Face to Face in line with our model of practice. As one of the greenest boroughs in London, resourcefulness is in our nature. We don’t wait to be told, we take the initiative. We face the future head-on, embracing new challenges with open minds and fresh ideas. There’s lots of opportunities to progress here, and if you seize them we’ll support you all the way. Choose Havering and see the difference you’ll make to the people that live, work and learn here. From caring for those who need it most, to ensuring our highways and streets are safe, providing a roof over the heads of our residents, providing excellent customer service or, enhancing our digital services for staff and residents, there are so many ways you can make a positive influence here. And, whether you’re outdoorsy, people-focused or analytical, we have a role that’s right for you. For an informal discussion about the post, please contact by email on <a href="mailto:Lydia.bennet@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">Lydia.bennet@havering.gov.uk</a> . This advert will close at 23:59 on the 12th October 2025 Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees.&nbsp; The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

Team Manager - Safeguarding Service (Starting Well)

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Grade 7/8- £43,680 - £53,172 per annum with an additional annual Market Supplement (MS) of £4,000 subject to final confirmation.&nbsp; Social Worker – Safeguarding (Starting Well) London Borough of Havering Contract: Permanent Full &amp; Part Time Available Message from the Director Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children, young people, and families? Do you have a strong desire to be part of a transformative journey that will shape the future of Havering’s community? If so, we invite you to join us in our mission to elevate our local authority's Children's Social Care Services, situated within our Starting Well Department. Following our recent inadequate Ofsted inspection, we are embarking on an improvement journey where we aim to re-establish and reinvigorate great practice across all our services delivered in Havering. As part of this journey, we are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic social care practitioners ready to make a meaningful difference, driven by a genuine desire to advocate for children, promote their well-being, and who are not afraid to take on the challenge of working for a local authority who have been inspected by Ofsted as inadequate. In return, we want to offer you the opportunity to develop your skills through our dedicated 10 days of learning a year offer and access to our very own Social Care Academy and Systemic offer. We are committed to creating an environment where every child receives the best possible support and care, and all staff are supported to thrive and excel in safe, supported, and nurturing environments. Our Senior leaders have worked on an improvement plan, and if you are ready to embrace this challenge and play a pivotal role in shaping our journey, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to welcoming individuals who share our vision and drive. About the Role The London Borough of Havering is looking to recruit a Social Worker to&nbsp;contribute to the delivery of an effective children’s social care service as part of a social work team, improving outcomes for children and young people, and manage caseloads dependent upon experience, grade of post and complexity of cases, utilising specialist knowledge for appropriate interventions, needs and risk assessments, care planning and child protection investigations. If successful in your application for the role of Social Worker, London Borough of Havering, you will/will be: <ul>
<li>Hold and manages varied caseloads, reflecting the function of the team in accordance with procedures, guidelines and legislation.&nbsp;</li> <li>Identify and assess levels of risk and need, and delivers protective or supportive services for children at risk, in need and/or looked after.&nbsp;</li> <li>Maintain an up to date assessment, care plan and reviews for all cases.&nbsp;</li> <li>Assess and analyse need, contributing to, and implementing, plans; reviewing progress against identified outcomes, ensuring that the child’s welfare is paramount throughout.</li> <li>Ensure that reports are up to date, of a high quality and submitted according to appropriate timescales.</li> </ul> As one of the greenest boroughs in London, resourcefulness is in our nature. We don’t wait to be told, we take the initiative. We face the future head-on, embracing new challenges with open minds and fresh ideas. There’s lots of opportunities to progress here, and if you seize them we’ll support you all the way. Choose Havering and see the difference you’ll make to the people that live, work and learn here. From caring for those who need it most, to ensuring our highways and streets are safe, providing a roof over the heads of our residents, providing excellent customer service or, enhancing our digital services for staff and residents, there are so many ways you can make a positive influence here. And, whether you’re outdoorsy, people-focused or analytical, we have a role that’s right for you. Please view Job Profile here For an informal discussion about the post, please contact <a href="mailto:Lydia.Bennett@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">Lydia.Bennett@havering.gov.uk</a> The closing date for the receipt of applications is 12th October 2025&nbsp;however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. You will be notified if your application has been successful. &nbsp;Interview date to be confirmed.&nbsp; Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

Social Worker - Safeguarding (Starting Well)

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: At our brand-new, state of the art Halton Leisure Centre, you will work alongside a team of Leisure Attendants, supervised by and Assistant Facility Manager and you will report to your Facility Manager. You will also work alongside our Front of House Advisors, Hospitality Assistants and Fitness Advisors to ensure the highest quality of Customer Service.Hours: 27 per week Hours of work will consist of any 5 of 7 days to meet the business needs. The rota proposed are based at Halton Leisure Centre, rota will include the shift patterns below: Rolling rota repeats every 3 weeks Morning: 05:45 – 14:30pm Afternoon: 14:00 – 22:15pm Saturday/Sunday: 07:30 – 16:45pm Your Contributions: The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety principles and procedures within leisure facilities, alongside a strong understanding of the leisure industry. Essential qualifications include a current National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ), which must be kept valid through regular training sessions and completion of e-learning modules. Additional qualifications such as a Swimming Teachers Qualification, First Aid Certificate, and Pool Plant Operators Certificate would be desirable. The candidate must be capable of applying rules and regulations to effectively manage customer behaviour. Flexibility is essential, as the role involves training in and covering a full range of reception and café duties when needed. 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 Chris Jones <a href="mailto:chris.jones@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">chris.jones@halton.gov.uk</a> Interviews will take place TBC At 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

Leisure Attendant

Do you have experience in democratic services or supporting formal meetings, and want to take the next step in your career? Are you looking for a varied role at the heart of local government where you’ll work closely with councillors and play a key part in ensuring transparent decision-making?If the answer’s yes, we have the role for you.We are looking for a Democratic Services Officer to join our friendly and high-performing Democratic Services Team in a role which:<ul><li>places you at the centre of the Council’s decision-making process, working directly with councillors, officers and stakeholders.</li><li>gives you the opportunity to lead on servicing a variety of committees and manage important governance processes.</li><li>allows you to build on your experience and develop your skills in a supportive and collaborative environment.</li></ul>About the roleAs a key member of the team, you’ll:<ul><li>provide effective management and administration of formal Council and committee meetings, including agenda preparation, minute-taking and advising Chairs on procedure.</li><li>maintain registers of interests, manage appointments to outside bodies and oversee member allowances.</li><li>contribute to member development, engagement activities and maintain our webcasting system.</li><li>support the team in delivering elections and other democratic services projects.</li></ul>Who we’re looking forWe’d love to hear from you if you:<ul><li>have experience of supporting or servicing formal meetings in local government or a similar setting.</li><li>are confident communicating with clarity, both in writing and in person.</li><li>have strong organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines.</li><li>are detail-oriented, proactive and enjoy working as part of a team.</li></ul>What we offer On top of your salary between £34,072 and £39,276 (depending on experience) you will also receive a £2,000 market supplement.When you join us your expertise, skills and experience will be valued, and your career development will be our priority.We are committed to creating a collaborative and innovative environment which empowers you to thrive. You will be part of a friendly, supportive One Team culture with the chance to make a real difference.We believe in balancing hard work with fun. Our active social team organises two to three events a year, ranging from Staff Awards, quiz nights to rounders in the park, helping the workplace to be productive and enjoyable. We use Viva Engage to keep you connected and engaged and we hold regular face to face meetings, such as Chief Executive briefings to keep you in the loop.We are conveniently located close to Oxted Station and have some on-site parking.In addition to the stated pay, we offer membership and contributions towards the Local Government Pension Scheme, flexible working (giving you the opportunity to work from home for up to three days a week), flexi-time, payment of a relevant professional subscription and access to a discounted health scheme.Please visit our website for more information about working for us <a href="http://www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs" target="_blank">www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs</a> and download our Working for Tandridge guide. Diversity statement At Tandridge District Council, we pride ourselves on maintaining an inclusive workplace, ensuring equality, fairness, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do and good practice is embedded in the Council’s culture and services.We welcome applications from all sectors of our community, including BAME, LGBTQ+ and all groups protected under the Equality Act.Tandridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.Want to know more?If this sounds like your kind of challenge and you want to be part of our friendly and supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.If you’d like to find out more, please read our role profile and specification, or for an informal discussion about the role, please e-mail Alex Berry, Democratic and Electoral Services Manager, at <a href="mailto:aberry@tandridge.gov.uk" target="_blank">aberry@tandridge.gov.uk</a> or call on 01883 732968.Local Government ReorganisationSurrey is part of the government’s plans for local government reorganisation. This means the current two tier system, where services are split between Surrey County Council and district and borough councils like Tandridge, will be replaced with larger councils, which handle all local services. Although this may lead to some uncertainty for anyone considering a role with us, this process will take several years and during that time we still need to provide services. When local government is reorganised, most staff will transfer to the new council which may offer additional opportunities for career development and variety as part of a larger organisation. 





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Tandridge District Council

Democratic Services Officer

A great opportunity to be involved in ensuring high quality development and place making is achieved within the District. This will ensure the beautiful nature of our rural area is maintained and enhance which is in east Surrey, bordering Kent and the London Boroughs to the north. We are a Green Belt authority with two National Landscapes in the District. We know there are many things that residents love about Tandridge District including our fantastic location, our countryside and the community feel of our towns and villages. We think you will love Tandridge too.The RoleWe are seeking a Technical Support Officer to add to our high performing Development Management team. The Development Management team is committed to delivering high quality placemaking through the planning system and being part of the team, you can assist in making a positive contribution to a beautiful local authority on the edge of London.The Technical Support Officer plays a vital role in the Development Management function being at the forefront of the planning application process. The role plays a crucial part validating planning applications, ensuring they meet the national and local validation requirements. This ensures there is the necessary information for planning officers to determine applications in a timely manner so the high performance of the team can be maintained. The role provides an excellent opportunity to broaden your experience and skill base in a friendly and supportive working environment with a great opportunity to pursue a career in planning if so desired. What we Offer When you join us your expertise, skills and experience will be valued, and your career development will be our priority.We are committed to creating a collaborative and innovative environment which empowers you to thrive. You will be part of a friendly, supportive One Team culture with the chance to make a real difference.We believe in balancing hard work with fun. Our active social team organises two to three events a year, ranging from Staff Awards, quiz nights to rounders in the park, helping the workplace to be productive and enjoyable. We use Viva Engage to keep you connected and engaged and we hold regular face to face meetings, such as Chief Executive briefings to keep you in the loop.We are conveniently located close to Oxted Station and have some on-site parking.In addition to the stated pay, we offer membership and contributions towards the Local Government Pension Scheme, flexible working (giving you the opportunity to work from home for up to three days a week), flexi-time, payment of a relevant professional subscription and access to a discounted health scheme.Please visit our website for more information about working for us <a href="http://www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs" target="_blank">www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs</a> and download our Working for Tandridge guide. Diversity statement At Tandridge District Council, we pride ourselves on maintaining an inclusive workplace, ensuring equality, fairness, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do and good practice is embedded in the Council’s culture and services.We welcome applications from all sectors of our community, including BAME, LGBTQ+ and all groups protected under the Equality Act.Tandridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.Want to know more? If you’re looking for a new and exciting professional challenge, a collaborative, flexible/hybrid working, and the chance to develop your career, please do get in touch for a chat by e-mailing Adiba Choudhury, <a href="mailto:achoudhury@tandridge.gov.uk" target="_blank">achoudhury@tandridge.gov.uk</a>.Local Government ReorganisationSurrey is part of the government’s plans for local government reorganisation. This means the current two tier system, where services are split between Surrey County Council and district and borough councils like Tandridge, will be replaced with larger councils, which handle all local services. Although this may lead to some uncertainty for anyone considering a role with us, this process will take several years and during that time we still need to provide services. When local government is reorganised, most staff will transfer to the new council which may offer additional opportunities for career development and variety as part of a larger organisation. The majority of the roles we currently have will still be needed whether that is for planning, housing, recycling and waste, finance, IT, HR etc.





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Technical Support Officer (Planning)

We are recruiting Social Care Workers at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 30 Contract Type: Permanent, Part TimeWorking hours: 30 (Peripatetic) Contract Type: Permanent, Part TimeWorking hours: 0 Contract Type: Relief/CasualLocation: Supported Living Scheme, Various Locations within the BoroughTeam: Provider Services This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £21,407 - £22,817 and offer access to training and development opportunities.Casual Contracts onlyWe pay an attractive salary of £13.69 per hour and offer access to training and development opportunities. Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of adults with learning difficulties? We're looking for caring, committed individuals to join our team and help people live full, meaningful lives in their communities.As a Social Care worker, you provide person centred care and support tailored to each individual’s needs. You'll help promote independence, dignity and choice while working in a supported living setting.Contract 1 - 30 hours per week4/5 days a week, 7.5 hour shifts - Sunday to Saturday, early mornings, afternoon and sleeping shiftsContract 2 - 30 hours per week (Peripatetic)Sunday to Saturday 7.5 hour shifts - mixture of days/afternoons and sleeping shiftsContract 3 - Relief/Casual Sunday to Saturday - mixture of days/afternoons and sleeping shiftsThese hours will be worked on a rotating basis, if you require further information on the available hours, please contact the recruiting manager using the details provided below.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>Level 2 or 3 qualification in Health and Social Care or commitment to achieve this within an agreed timescale.</li><li>Good communication skills, written and verbal.</li><li>Experience with people who require support and assistance with all aspects of personal care, daily living and social skills.</li><li>The ability to work shifts on a rota basis, and work flexibly, including weekends, bank holidays and sleep in duties.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Linda Birt on 07808 251575 or email <a href="mailto:birtl@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">birtl@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. 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.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.The Social Care Wales (Registration) Rules 2023 set out the requirement for all residential childcare workers, domiciliary care workers, adult care home workers, residential family centre workers to be registered with Social Care Wales within six months from your start date in post. 





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Social Care Worker

We are recruiting an Adult Tutor at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 0 Contract Type: Casual / Relief Location: Oxford HouseTeam: Adult Community Learning This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £16.35 per hour and offer access to training and development opportunities. Tutors will be expected to plan, prepare and deliver their chosen subject to groups of adult learners in a variety of locations. Key tasks include:Plan, prepare and deliver courses to groups of adult learners in a variety of locations.Complete quality paperwork, as requested.Complete accreditation with adult learners, as appropriate.Work as part of the ACL tutor team.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Teaching qualification (preferably PGCE/Cert Ed/B Ed)</li><li>Excellent literacy and numeracy skills</li><li>Experience in delivering learning programmes to adults, as appropriate</li><li>Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business/work purposes to travel throughout the borough to provide classes</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Caroline Millington on 01633 612245 or email <a href="mailto:millic1@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">millic1@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> / Tracey Parker on 01633 612245 or email <a href="mailto:parket@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">parket@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. 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.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.





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Adult Tutor

We are recruiting a Paralegal at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Contract Type: Full time, Fixed Term for 1 year Location: Penallta House / Home working / Working hours can be split between home and office depending on specific task requirements.Team: Planning Land and Highways This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £28,598 - £31,022 and offer access to training and development opportunities. We are seeking to appoint a paralegal to work within the Planning, Land &amp; Highways Division within Legal Services. The successful candidate will support the preparation and administration of all matters by contributing to the delivery of an efficient and effective service as part of the team by dealing with emails, mail, arranging, accepting meetings and telephone calls.You will be responsible for developing and monitoring systems in use to achieve the best possible standards of service delivery. You will act as a point of contact between client service departments, Solicitors, Welsh Government any other statutory bodies, and members of the public.You will provide support to the team in all aspects of work involved in various land related transactions including conveyancing, landlord and tenant matters, easements, boundary queries, encroachments.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>Minimum 5 GSCEs grades A*–C including Welsh / English Language or equivalent Level 2 qualifications on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales.</li><li>Excellent organisational and time management skills.</li><li>Experience in conveyancing, land and property law, both in the practice of the law and in administration within a legal office.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Vickie Julian on 01443 863014 or email <a href="mailto:JULIAV@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">JULIAV@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. 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.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.





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Paralegal

We are recruiting a Social Worker at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Contract Type: Full Time, Fixed Term for 24 months Location: Tredomen HouseTeam: 16 Plus Team This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £39,152 - £41,771 with an additional £3,551 annual market supplement, and offer access to training and development opportunities. This post is a social work position within the 16plus team, with a specific role in supporting young people in care who are Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children (UASC).The role will require you to support all looked after asylum seeking children aged 16 plus in making a successful transition to adulthood. In addition, the support will involve 18+ care leavers in their transition into adulthood and to prepare young people with the outcomes of their immigration status.Within this role you will be required to provide a high-quality service in relation to all aspects of the assessment and care management process which meet the needs of unaccompanied asylum seeking children and care experienced young people.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor.</li><li>Excellent communication skills with children, young people, their families/carers and professionals.</li><li>Experience of multi-agency working.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Karen Williams on 07354 168026 or email <a href="mailto:willik19@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">willik19@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. 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.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.You must possess a Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor and be registered as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales (or able to transfer from another recognised body). The current registration requirements state that completion of the Consolidation of Practice qualification within your first 3 years of practice is mandatory (if you qualified after 1st April 2016). Failure to successfully complete this qualification will result in you being unable to renew your Social Work Registration or practice as a Social Worker.This post attracts a Market Supplement of £3,551 per annum, in addition to the annual salary, which will be paid in 12 monthly instalments.





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Social Worker - 16 Plus

We are recruiting for various school catering positions within Caerphilly County Borough's Area 2 Catering Team. Locations covered by the team are as follows: Bedwas, Trethomas, Machen, Graig y Rhacca, Rudry and Caerphilly Town.If you’d like to be part of our award-winning catering team, that promotes a warm atmosphere and can make a difference to people’s lives, we’d love to hear from you.Whether you’re looking for morning work, or something to fit around a busy schedule – we have something for everyone.We cater for every school in the borough, so we are likely to have opportunities around your preferred location.We have the following vacancies available in Area 2:Breakfast Club Assistant – Grade 1<ul><li>St Helen's Catholic Primary School - 5 hours per week</li><li>Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Y Castell - 5 hours per week</li><li>Cwrt Rawlin Primary - 5 hours per week</li></ul>Breakfast Club Supervisor – Grade 3<ul><li>Cwrt Rawlin Primary School - 5 hours per week</li><li>Hendre Infants School - 5 hours per week</li><li>Hendredenny Primary School – 5 hours per week</li><li>Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Y Castell - 5 hours per week</li></ul>Assistant Cook - Grade 3<ul><li>Tyn Y Wern Primary School - 15 hours per week</li><li>The Twyn Infants School - 15 hours per week</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Corrine Harris on 07713092807 or email <a href="mailto:HARRIC1@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">HARRIC1@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. 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. If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information. 





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School Catering Vacancies Area 2

We are recruiting a Caretaker at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 7 Contract Type: Part Time, Fixed term for 1 year Location: Argoed Village HallTeam: Sport and Leisure Services This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £4,764 and offer access to training and development opportunities. The successful candidate will be expected to work a minimum of 7 hours duty per week but may be required to work in excess of this figure dependent upon Centre usage. There will be a need for continuous evening / weekend work and late-night lock up requirements. It will be essential that the post holder can access the Centre quickly and typically several times per day.The post requires a good knowledge of a) health and safety, b) safe cleaning methods c) manual handling and d) the use of mechanical cleaning appliances. The job entails significant manual handling in preparing the venue for use by user groups.Although employed by Caerphilly County Borough Council, the post holder will be required to work closely with the voluntary management committee which manages the day to day running of the Centre.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>The ability to work alone and unsupervised.</li><li>Experience in general caretaking and cleaning duties.</li><li>Availability and ability to access centre quickly.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Kevin Lodge on 07720 338111 or email <a href="mailto:LODGEK@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">LODGEK@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. 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.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.





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Caretaker Argoed Village Hall

We are recruiting a Childcare Deputy Leader at Caerphilly County Borough Council.**The ability to speak Welsh is regarded as essential to the undertaking of this post. Thus, the position is advertised in line with the provisions of Section 38 of the Race Relations Act 1976** Working hours: 20 Contract Type: Part Time, Term Time Only (39 weeks), Fixed Term until 31st March 2026 - with potential for extension depending on continued funding Location: Various Locations in the Borough Team: Flying Start Childcare, Early Years Service This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £13,595 - £14,748 and offer access to training and development opportunities. Are you ready to take the next step in your childcare career? We’re looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Childcare Deputy Leader to join our vibrant Flying Start Childcare team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families across our community.What You’ll Be Doing:Supporting the delivery of high-quality childcare in line with Flying Start guidance, CIW standards, and childcare regulations.Acting as the Deputy Safeguarding Designate, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all children.Leading the setting in the absence of the Childcare Leader, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.Championing inclusive practices and supporting children with emerging or additional needs and taking the role of Inclusion Lead.Building strong relationships with parents/carers and working collaboratively with multi-agency partners.Assisting with monitoring, evaluation, and reporting to ensure the continued success of our Flying Start provision.Where You’ll Work:You’ll be primarily based in one of our Flying Start settings, but flexibility is key – you may be asked to support other settings across the Caerphilly Borough when needed.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A CACHE Level 3 Diploma Early Years and Childcare qualification or equivalent relevant qualification.</li><li>At least 2 years post-qualification experience of working with children aged under 4 years, in a childcare provision.</li><li>A passion for early years and a commitment to inclusive, high-quality care.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Laura Chislett/Jacqueline Smith on 07927590959/07525886778 or email <a href="mailto:chisll@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">chisll@caerphilly.gov.uk</a><a href="mailto:smithj4@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">smithj4@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. 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.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.





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Childcare Deputy Leader

Our BenefitsHere 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 days, rising to 33 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.About the roleTo manage and lead the continued development of the Local Nature Recovery Strategy (LNRS) for North Northamptonshire, and co-ordinate the development of processes to deliver the Council’s responsibilities to ensure a 10% net gain in biodiversity from new developments. The role will be instrumental in developing and delivering nature recovery projects working with local communities, land managers and partner organisations, as well as carrying out monitoring and providing technical advice - playing a key role in conserving the area’s special habitats and species and enabling people to connect with nature.To ensure the Council complies with statutory duties related to the enhanced biodiversity duty, managing the development and delivery of related policies, strategies and reports to manage land and improve biodiversity. Working across Council directorates including Assets &amp; Environment and Planning Policy reporting directly to the Head of Environment. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Liam Faulkner, Head of Environment at <a href="mailto:liam.faulkner@northnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">liam.faulkner@northnorthants.gov.uk</a>What will you be doing?<ul><li>Lead the implementation, review and continued development of the LNRS for North Northamptonshire.</li><li>Coordinate the Council’s statutory responsibilities for achieving a 10% Biodiversity Net Gain from new developments.</li><li>Deliver nature recovery projects in collaboration with internal teams, external partners, and local communities.</li><li>Provide input, advice and support across Council services, particularly, Assets &amp; Environment, Planning and Building Control.</li><li>Represent the Council at strategic boards and partnerships including the LNRS Oversight Group and Local Nature Partnership.</li><li>Manage budgets, staff, and service development within the Environment Policy team.</li><li>Raise public awareness of biodiversity initiatives and lead funding applications for related projects.</li></ul>About youWe’re looking for someone with:<ul><li>A postgraduate degree in a relevant Environmental or Planning discipline (or equivalent Level 7 qualification).</li><li>Proven experience in conservation, nature recovery, and partnership working.</li><li>Strong knowledge of local government policies, ecological legislation, and biodiversity strategy.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders.</li><li>A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for site visits.</li></ul>Desirable qualifications include:<ul><li>ILM Level 5 Management</li><li>Technical qualifications in ecology or habitat restoration</li><li>Project management experience (PRINCE2 or AGILE)</li></ul>





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Biodiversity and Local Nature Recovery Manager

Our BenefitsHere 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 days, rising to 33 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.About the roleAccounts Officer – Administration for the Commercial Estates DepartmentLocation: Corby / Hybrid Salary: Competitive | Permanent | Full-time Driving essential – business mileage reimbursedWe’re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Officer to join our busy, friendly Commercial Estates Team on a permanent basis.In this role, you’ll play a vital part in supporting the management of a diverse portfolio of commercial properties. As part of our small, collaborative admin team, you’ll manage your own portfolio of properties and tenants, handling the full range of administration from the start to the end of tenancy.What will you be doing?Your work will help ensure the smooth, efficient operation of our Commercial Estates service.You’ll also work flexibly with colleagues in the wider admin team, providing support across Asset Management and Operations as needed. <ul><li>Providing administrative and financial support to the Commercial Estates Manager and Senior Accounts Officers.</li><li>Supporting the Estate Surveyors with a range of property management tasks.</li><li>Working closely with the department’s Accounts Officers, offering flexible support as needed.</li><li>Monitoring the Admin and Commercial inboxes</li><li>Calculating, raising, and monitoring rents, service charges, insurance, and other tenant-related charges.</li><li>Acting as a key point of contact for our commercial tenants, delivering excellent customer service.</li><li>Using ERP Gold (or similar systems) to raise purchase orders, contracts, and invoices.</li><li>Using K2 (or similar systems) to input accurate information from leases</li><li>Supporting month-end, year-end, and weekly finance cycles alongside Senior Accounts Officers.</li><li>Reviewing contract details to assist with maintenance, compliance, and project orders.</li><li>Managing key supplier accounts—including utilities—by reconciling accounts, changing tenancies, receipting, and resolving queries.</li><li>Visiting properties in Northamptonshire for meter reads and other tasks as requested.</li><li>Assisting Debt Recovery and the Estate Surveyors by producing statements and supporting rent recovery processes.</li></ul> About you<ul><li>Solid administrative and organisational skills.</li><li>Confident and willing to travel to properties for utility readings, inspections, or site-related tasks.</li><li>Flexible and adaptable, able to respond to changing priorities or support needs.</li><li>Experience in finance or property-related administration roles.</li><li>Familiarity with ERP Gold or similar finance systems (preferred).</li><li>Accuracy and confidence when working with financial figures and rent calculations.</li><li>A helpful, customer-focused approach when dealing with tenants and colleagues.</li><li>A team player who enjoys working collaboratively and supporting others across teams.</li><li>Is organised and attentive to detail, self-motivated and able to work with minimum supervision.</li><li>Can prioritise effectively in a busy environment.</li><li>Communicates clearly and professionally with contractors, tenants, and colleagues.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li></ul> For an informal discussion please contact <a href="mailto:Pamela.Miskovic@NorthNorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Pamela.Miskovic@NorthNorthants.gov.uk</a> 





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Accounts Officer

Business Manager – Housing Repairs and Empty Homes37 hours, Full-time, permanentBMG Z3 £67,614 -£71,325 per annumHybrid, Castle House, Great North Road, NewarkAt Newark and Sherwood District Council we are wholly committed to providing high quality housing services to our tenants, we want to ensure we provide good homes with safety and standards that protect and enhance the lives of those who live in them. Our investment and commitment go beyond legislation, and our tenants are always at the heart of what we do.Keeping our tenants safe, ensuring their homes are warm and decent and that the services we provide meet their needs is key. We now seek one of two new Business Managers to join the Housing Health and Wellbeing Directorate to lead and drive our operational delivery of repairs and maintenance, the management of empty homes, co ordinating our response to damp, mould and hazards alongside delivering our planned repairs programmes and stores function.As an innovative and forward-thinking member of the leadership team, tenants will always be at the forefront of your mind and you will guide, coach and manage a a dedicated and committed team to together meet and exceed your KPI’s and expectations to provide an effective and high quality responsive repairs service and ensure our empty homes are turned around quickly and to our standard, receiving excellent tenant feedback.You will lead on the overall strategy for your business unit working in close collaboration with the also newly appointed Business Manager for Building Safety and Asset Investment. With demonstrable experience in a construction or housing related environment, with excellent knowledge of the RSH Consumer Standards, and the ability to manage transformational change, you will be a member of a professional body such as CIOB/RICS and hold a qualification relevant to the responsibility of this role.We highly recommend you review the appointment brief for this post to learn more about our work, mission and values.We’re an ambitious, forward-thinking Council with strong values and a culture of doing our absolute best to serve our customers. We are proud of our organisational culture and receive positive feedback from our employees. We have a programme of internal activity to ensure that the voices of our employees are always heard and that they are kept informed on all Council activity and events. From roadshows to an annual award ceremony, from flexible working arrangements to our Hug in a Mug initiative, it is incredibly important our employees are shown how valued they are and that they remain the beating heart of our workplace.We offer:<ul><li>Enrolment in the career average local government pension scheme.</li><li>Flexi scheme.</li><li>Hybrid working.</li><li>A generous annual leave entitlement that increases with service.</li><li>Family-friendly benefits.</li><li>One days’ paid volunteering leave.</li><li>Lifestyle benefits platform.</li><li>Funded health cash plan.</li><li>Free car parking*</li><li>£10 a month gym membership at one of our gyms in the district.</li></ul>For an informal chat or more information, please contact Suzanne Shead, Job Title on 01636 655520.*Free staff parking is valid until 30 June 2026*Find out more about the team by clicking the link below <a href="https://www.kapwing.com/w/4D_7GoYc2e" target="_blank">Join Our Team Video</a>As an employer we will promote an inclusive working environment to maintain and develop a forward thinking and diverse workforce.Veterans/family of forces/ex-forces, those in care/care leavers, and candidates who declare disabilities (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) will be guaranteed interviews provided they have demonstrated that they meet the essential criteria of the post as detailed in the Person Specifications on their application forms. Closing Date: Noon - Monday 13th October 2025Occupational Testing: OPQ32i Personality TestingInterview: 1st round w/c 13th October 2025 2nd round w/c 20th October 2025





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Newark & Sherwood District Council

Business Manager - Housing Repairs and Empty Homes

Business Manager – Building Safety and Asset Investment37 hours, Full-time, permanentBMG Z4 £72,563 - £76,276 per annumHybrid, Castle House, Great North Road, NewarkAt Newark and Sherwood District Council we are wholly committed to providing high quality housing services to our tenants, we want to ensure we provide good homes with safety and standards that protect and enhance the lives of those who live in them. Our investment and commitment go beyond legislation, and our tenants are always at the heart of what we do.Keeping our tenants safe, ensuring their homes are warm and decent and that the services we provide meet their needs is key. We now seek one of two new Business Managers to join the Housing Health and Wellbeing Directorate who will lead a specialist team and manage all aspects of building safety, compliance, capital works, and in escalating our journey towards decarbonisation.As an innovative and forward-thinking member of the leadership team you will guide, coach, and manage the development of a resolute and committed team to together meet and exceed your KPI’s and expectations.With strong relationship management skills, both external facing with contractors and tenants when seeking valuable input and views, and internally to drive and further foster a culture of safety and compliance as the subject matter expert for Newark and Sherwood District Council. You will ensure robust strategies are in place to meet our regulatory obligations as well as overall responsibility for the planning, procurement, and management of multi-million-pound revenue and capital workstreams.You will lead on the strategy for your business unit working in close collaboration with the also newly appointed Business Manager for Housing Repairs and Empty Homes. With demonstrable experience in a construction or housing related environment, and excellent knowledge of the RSH Consumer Standards ,you will deliver transformational change in business processes in a large organisational setting. You will be a member of a professional body such as CIOB/RICS and hold a qualification relevant to the responsibility of this role.We recommend you review the appointment brief for this post to learn more about our work, mission, and values.We’re an ambitious, forward-thinking Council with strong values and a culture of doing our absolute best to serve our customers. We are proud of our organisational culture and receive positive feedback from our employees. We have a programme of internal activity to ensure that the voices of our employees are always heard and that they are kept informed on all Council activity and events. From roadshows to an annual award ceremony, from flexible working arrangements to our Hug in a Mug initiative, it is incredibly important our employees are shown how valued they are and that they remain the beating heart of our workplace.We offer:<ul><li>Enrolment in the career average local government pension scheme.</li><li>Flexi scheme.</li><li>Hybrid working.</li><li>A generous annual leave entitlement that increases with service.</li><li>Family-friendly benefits.</li><li>One days’ paid volunteering leave.</li><li>Lifestyle benefits platform.</li><li>Funded health cash plan.</li><li>Free car parking*</li><li>£10 a month gym membership at one of our gyms in the district.</li></ul>For an informal chat or more information, please contact Suzanne Shead, Director of Housing, Health and Well-Being on 01636 655520.*Free staff parking is valid until 30 June 2026.Find out more about the team by clicking the link below <a href="https://www.kapwing.com/w/4D_7GoYc2e" target="_blank">Join Our Team Video</a>As an employer we will promote an inclusive working environment to maintain and develop a forward thinking and diverse workforce.Veterans/family of forces/ex-forces, those in care/care leavers, and candidates who declare disabilities (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) will be guaranteed interviews provided they have demonstrated that they meet the essential criteria of the post as detailed in the Person Specifications on their application forms. Closing Date: Noon Noon Monday 13th October 2025Occupational Testing: OPQ32i Personality TestingInterview: 1st round w/c 13th October 2025 2nd round w/c 20th October 2025





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