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We are recruiting a Senior Practitioner at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours (7.24 Monday – Friday) &nbsp; Contract Type: Permanent/Full Time Location: South Community Health Centre, CaerphillyTeam: Community Mental Health 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 £41,511 - £44,711 and offer access to training and development opportunities.This post attracts a Market Supplement of £2,863 per annum, in addition to the annual salary, which will be paid in 12 monthly instalments.The Market Supplement will be subject to candidates successfully completing the AMHP course and participating on the AMHP rota.The South Community Mental Health Team is looking to recruit a dynamic and forward thinking candidate who will be required to practice in accordance with National Occupational Standards for Social Work and Code of Practice for Social Care.You will need to have a good understanding of current legislation and policy. You will also be required to work closely with carers, other professionals and team members or alone using your own initiative. You will have a varied role and have the ability to deal with crisis situations and will be expected to facilitate safe discharge for service users from hospital into the community.The postholder will be required to support and safeguard vulnerable service users through difficult periods in their lives, therefore effective communication and organisational skills are essential.The successful applicant must possess Diploma / Degree in Social Work or predecessor qualification and Post Qualifying Awards for Consolidating Practice and Enabling Practice or equivalent. If you do not hold the Approved Mental Health Professional Award you will be expected to undertake this training in order to fulfil the role.Applicants must be registered as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales. 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.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Diploma / Degree in Social Work or predecessor qualification.</li><li>Successful completion of the Consolidation of Practice Programme within the first three years of practice (if qualified after 1 April 2016).</li><li>Knowledge of assessment and care planning processes for working with vulnerable adults and children and their carers.</li><li>Experience of undertaking the duties of an Approved Mental Health Professional.</li><li>A 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 visit clients and attend meetings.</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 Julie O`Brien/Louise Powell on 02920 855020 or email <a href="mailto:obriej2@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">obriej2@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> <a href="mailto:powell4@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">powell4@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh.&nbsp; 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.&nbsp; Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.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.&nbsp; 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).&nbsp;&nbsp; Failure to successfully complete this qualification will result in you being unable to renew your Social Work Registration or practice as a Social Worker.





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Caerphilly County Borough Council

Senior Practitioner

We are recruiting a Trainee Development Officer at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours Contract Type: Full time, Fixed Term for 12 months Location: Ty Penallta/ Working hours can be split between home and office depending on specific task requirements.Team: Development and Strategy This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £24,790 - £25,183 and offer access to training and development opportunities. Caerphilly Council is a developing local authority and have two flagship developments currently underway in Oakdale and Risca. In order to deliver against the Cabinet’s ambition to deliver 1000 new homes by 2033, we are looking for a passionate public services university student to join us for 12 months on our development journey.You will obtain experience of identifying potential development sites, coordinating and overseeing relevant survey work, project management, placemaking, SAB, Planning and the delivery of development projects as per the RIBA 0-7 process.This is an exciting opportunity for a candidate who is currently undertaking or has just finished a joint honours degree (one element of which should be Planning) to join an energetic and evolving development team who are focused on delivering great places and cohesive communities.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>Pursuing a recognised undergraduate planning qualification (BSc) / joint honours where the course incorporates or requires a year-out placement as an integral component for qualification.</li><li>Ability to prioritise workload effectively and deliver work on targets.</li><li>The ability to be passionate about the delivery of great public services. </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 Mark Noakes/Steve Wilcox on 07716048717 or email <a href="mailto:noakem@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">noakem@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; <a href="mailto:wilcosj@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">wilcosj@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh.&nbsp; 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.&nbsp; Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.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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Trainee Development Officer

We are recruiting a Team Manager at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 18.5 hours per week, working a 3 week rota pattern which includes working 1 weekend. &nbsp; Contract Type: Part Time/Fixed Term until 31st August 2026 Location: Brodawel Residential HomeTeam: Adult 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 £22,859- £24,355 and offer access to training and development opportunities. Are you an experienced Deputy Manager or Manager looking for your next career opportunity?Does it matter to you that people are supported to live healthy, happy and meaningful lives?Do you want a career that positively challenges you and is fulfilling?We are looking for the right people who can inspire others and thinks creatively. A person who can lead and motivate the team who is accountable for all operational aspects of the Home.The postholder will manage a team of residential social care staff in accordance with legislation, regulations and the Council’s policies and procedures.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>Mandatory qualifications set by Social Care Wales to register as an Adult Care Home Manager.</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation and statutory guidance. For example Regulation and Inspection of Social Care (Wales) Act 2016, Health and Safety legislation.</li><li>Full UK Category B (Cars) driving license and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business purposes to travel throughout the borough.</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 Tracey Walters on 07968 375059 or email <a href="mailto:waltet@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">waltet@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh.&nbsp; 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.&nbsp; Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.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.&nbsp; This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.





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Team Manager

We are recruiting a Team Manager at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 hours per week, working a 3 week rota pattern which includes working 1 weekend. &nbsp; Contract Type: Permanent/Full Time Location: Min y Mynydd Residential HomeTeam: Adult 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 £45,718 - £48,710 and offer access to training and development opportunities. Are you an experienced Deputy Manager or Manager looking for your next career opportunity?Does it matter to you that people are supported to live healthy, happy and meaningful lives?Do you want a career that positively challenges you and is fulfilling?We are looking for the right people who can inspire others and thinks creatively. A person who can lead and motivate the team who is accountable for all operational aspects of the Home.The postholder will manage a team of residential social care staff in accordance with legislation, regulations and the Council’s policies and procedures.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>Mandatory qualifications set by Social Care Wales to register as an Adult Care Home Manager.</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation and statutory guidance. For example Regulation and Inspection of Social Care (Wales) Act 2016, Health and Safety legislation.</li><li>Full UK Category B (Cars) driving license and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business purposes to travel throughout the borough.</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 Tracey Walters on 07968 375059 or email <a href="mailto:waltet@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">waltet@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh.&nbsp; 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.&nbsp; Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.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.&nbsp; This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.





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We are recruiting an Assistant Cook at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: &nbsp;25 hours per week Contract Type: Part Time, Fixed Term until 31st January 2026 Location: Ty PenalltaTeam: Meals Direct This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £16,489.19 and offer access to training and development opportunities. Are you passionate about making a difference in people’s lives? Do you thrive in a warm, supportive environment where your work truly matters? If so, we’d love to hear from you! Meals Direct is a vital lifeline for many residents across the borough. Every role within our service is essential to keeping our operation running smoothly—and we’re looking for someone special to join our dedicated team. As part of our positive and caring culture, you’ll help deliver high-quality meals and meaningful moments to those who need them most. About the role : Assistant cook Monday to Friday 6.30am to 11.30am Please note: When absences occur, you will be required to cover as Cook In Charge When covering as cook in charge the hours and duties are as follows: Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM Duties: You’ll step in to cover the full responsibilities of the Cook in Charge during absences, ensuring continuity and quality in our service.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Level 2 Food Safety Qualification</li><li>The Ability to work precisely and effectively under pressure</li><li>Experience of large scale catering.</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 Haylee Williams on 01443 864055 or email <a href="mailto:willih7@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">willih7@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh.&nbsp; 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.&nbsp; Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.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.&nbsp; This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.





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We are recruiting a Legal Assistant at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours (7.24 Monday – Friday) Contract Type: Full Time/Fixed Term for 12 Months Location: Ty PenalltaTeam: Legal and Democratic 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 £30,559 - £33,366 and offer access to training and development opportunities. The successful candidate will assist in the efficient and effective provision of Legal Services to the Council, in particular within the Planning, Land, Highways and Housing Division. You will be responsible for providing legal advice on planning, land, and highway matters, with minimum supervision, and draft legal documentation for a wide range of conveyancing matters, including Landlord and Tenant, and Planning and Highway matters.The role requires you to undertake various land related transactions including conveyancing, Landlord and Tenant matters, easements, boundary queries, preparation of deeds of variation/rectification and compulsory purchase acquisitions and liaising as required with all relevant statutory bodies including the Welsh Government.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>An admitted Solicitor or Barrister or Legal Executive.</li><li>A broad knowledge of the legislation underpinning the divisional services.</li><li>Experience in a legal environment, particularly of conveyancing, land and property law, both in the practice of the law and in administration within a legal office.</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 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 Vickie Julian on 01443 863014 &nbsp;or email <a href="mailto:juliav@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">juliav@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh.&nbsp; 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.&nbsp; Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.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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Legal Assistant

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £25,183 - £31,586 a year Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentAre you organised, customer-focused, and ready to make a difference in your community?We’re looking for a detail-oriented and customer-focused Parking Services Officer to join our team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for processing Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs), handling representations and appeals, and issuing parking permits, season tickets, and Blue Badges.Working in line with legislation, procedures, and high customer care standards, you’ll play a key part in delivering a fair and efficient parking service to the public.If you're ready to take on this rewarding role, we’d love to hear from you – apply today!Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>We are seeking a calm, confident, and customer-focused individual to join our Parking Services team. As a Parking Services Officer, you will be the first point of contact for members of the public, including those who may be upset or challenging. Your ability to respond politely, tactfully, and professionally is essential to maintaining a high standard of service.You will use computer systems, including spreadsheets and word-processing tools, to process correspondence, prepare responses, and complete straightforward reports. You’ll also be responsible for handling and reconciling payments, ensuring financial records are accurate and submitted on time.The role requires a sound understanding of procedures and relevant legislation, enabling you to make informed decisions and take appropriate actions. Occasional site visits across the borough and attendance at appeal hearings or County Court may also be required.We’re looking for someone with an awareness of customer care principles, a commitment to equality and inclusion, and the ability to recognise and act upon discrimination when it arises.This is a public facing role so you’ll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing EnglishIf you’re detail-oriented, proactive, and ready to contribute to a fair and efficient parking service, we welcome your application.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority. On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1526196&amp;ptId=11517" target="_blank">download: 13-0296 Parking Services Officer L5 (original).doc</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1555938&amp;ptId=11517" target="_blank">download: 13-0296 Parking Services Officer L3.080222.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Luton Borough Council

Parking Services Officer

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £35,235 - £37,938 a year Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentWe are looking for a Vehicle Technician to join our Fleet Transport team. You’ll be required to complete a comprehensive range of technical, technological and mechanical multi-skilled work including diagnosing, inspecting, servicing and repair of vehicles, plant and specialist equipment in a safe, efficient and economical manner, following current legislation, Luton Council’s maintenance policy and all relevant Health &amp; Safety policies.You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of different vehicles used across the Council. A tool allowance of £762.03 a year is eligible for this role and also unsociable hours payment (to be confirmed).Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience of diagnosing, repairing and maintaining a range of heavy and light commercial vehicles and plant equipment. You’ll need to be able to communicate effectively with others, including persuading and influencing customers and members of the public, ensuring you give clear instructions, advice, information and estimates of time and costs both verbally and in writing.Some experience of supervision within a workshop repair, maintenance facility or similar is essential. You must have knowledge of the application and practice of Health &amp; Safety legislation within a vehicle maintenance and repair environment.A City and Guilds Full Technological Certificate, NVQ L3 or equivalent experience and training is essential, as well as a Category C driving license.This is a public facing role so you’ll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1516995&amp;ptId=11516" target="_blank">download: lbc00530_vehicle_technician_jd (2).pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1516996&amp;ptId=11516" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Vehicle Technician

<ul><li>Reference: ES96 </li><li>Division: Strategic Housing </li><li>Salary: £31,410.00 - £40,734.00 per annum </li><li>Contract type: Fixed term </li><li>Posted on: 04 July 2025 </li><li>Interview date:28 July 2025 - 01 August 2025</li><li>Extra payment(s): Not applicable </li></ul><ul><li>Positions: 1 </li><li>Category: Housing </li><li>Grade: F - H </li><li>Working hours: 37 per week </li><li>Closing date: 20 July 2025 </li><li>Location: Town Hall, Crawley </li><li>Location type: Hybrid </li></ul><a href="https://my.crawley.gov.uk/service/Job_Application" target="_blank">Apply for this job</a><h4> About the role </h4>We are looking for a Housing Options Officer &nbsp;to join our busy Housing Options team on a fixed term 12-month contract. The team works with customers to:<ul><li>assess their housing situation</li><li>establish and communicate the statutory duties owed</li><li>prevent and relieve their homelessness to achieve positive outcomes</li></ul>We are looking for a pro-active individual who is able to take an innovative approach to problem solving, is an effective negotiator and can provide a high quality of service to customers with housing problems. An ability to communicate clearly and effectively to customers, landlords, accommodation providers, partner organisations and other professionals whilst providing a high quality of service and customer care to all groups of the community is essential.You will need to be efficient and effective in extracting relevant information from customers to produce accurate written assessments and housing plans in Plain English, so that customers are clear on the steps that both they and the council will be taking and are expected to take to resolve their housing situation.Preference will be given to applicants who have worked in a housing options capacity but training will be provided to the right candidate who can demonstrate the qualities and skills required for this role. Successful shortlisting for interview will be on the basis of meeting the essential criteria in the job description and person specification and selection will focus on experienced candidates in the first instance.We recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible, as we may close this advert before the stated closing date if suitable applications are received.<h4> Additional information </h4>Interviews will be held in person between 28 July and 1 August 2025. A written test may be emailed to shortlisted applicants shortly before the interview and will form part of the recruitment process.There is one role available on a 12-month fixed term basis, funded through our Homelessness Prevention Grant, with the possibility of extension depending on government grant funding. &nbsp;Due to the sensitive nature of client contact, this role is exempt from being able to be considered on a job share basis.<h4> Employee benefits </h4>We offer a generous employee <a href="/council-information/jobs-and-careers/employee-benefits">benefits package</a>, with a range of discounts, benefits and wellbeing incentives to suit everyone.<h4> Our way of working </h4>Our shared <a href="/council-information/jobs-and-careers/values-and-behaviours">values and behaviours</a> reflect the special nature of our council. We encourage all colleagues to put them into practice, whatever job they do. Take a look to see if we are the perfect match.<h4> Safer recruitment </h4>Crawley Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all under represented groups.<h4> How to apply </h4>Click the Apply button to complete your application online. Please ensure that the reference details you supply are for your current or most recent employer and that any gaps in employment are covered on your application form. Please note that CVs will not be accepted without a fully completed application form.For an informal conversation or further information regarding the role, email <a href="mailto:becky.hill@crawley.gov.uk" target="_blank">becky.hill@crawley.gov.uk</a>, Housing Options Team Leader or call on 01293 438150.<a href="https://my.crawley.gov.uk/service/Job_Application" target="_blank">Apply for this job</a><h4> Related documents </h4><ul><li><a href="/sites/default/files/document_webform_uploads/housing-options-officer-job-description_0_1.pdf"> Housing Options Officer job description (PDF, 141.82 KB) </a></li></ul>





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Crawley Borough Council

Housing Options Officer

<ul><li>Reference: ES98 </li><li>Division: Strategic Housing </li><li>Salary: £31,410.00 - £37,065.00 per annum </li><li>Contract type: Fixed term </li><li>Posted on: 04 July 2025 </li><li>Interview date:28 July 2025 - 01 August 2025</li><li>Extra payment(s): Not applicable </li></ul><ul><li>Positions: 1 </li><li>Category: Housing </li><li>Grade: F - G </li><li>Working hours: 37 per week </li><li>Closing date: 20 July 2025 </li><li>Location: Town Hall, Crawley </li><li>Location type: Hybrid </li></ul><a href="https://my.crawley.gov.uk/service/Job_Application" target="_blank">Apply for this job</a><h4> About the role </h4>We are looking for a Single Homeless Community Outreach Officer to join our busy Housing Options team who work with customers to:<ul><li>assess their housing situation</li><li>establish and communicate the statutory duties owed</li><li>prevent and relieve their homelessness to achieve positive outcomes</li></ul>The focus of this role is to encourage early identification, problem solving and solutions to prevent homelessness or rough sleeping. You’ll work with community partners and other professionals to deliver community outreach and drop-in surgeries at various locations in the borough, providing initial information and signposting to households who are homeless or threatened with homelessness. We are looking for a pro-active individual who can build strong community relationships, providing a single point of contact and a conduit into core services to improve outcomes for the residents of the borough.An ability to communicate clearly and effectively with customers, accommodation providers, partner organisations and other professionals whilst providing a high quality of service and customer care to all groups of the community is essential.&nbsp; You will need to be creative in seeking solutions and will work closely with partner organisations to support households with complex needs and enable customers to access the services they need to secure settled accommodation. Successful shortlisting for interview will be on the basis of meeting the essential criteria in the job description and person specification. Preference will be given to applicants who have worked in a homelessness setting, but training will be provided to the right candidate who can demonstrate the qualities and skills required for this role. We recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible, as we may close this advert before the stated closing date if suitable applications are received.<h4> Additional information </h4>Interviews will be held in person between 28 July and 1 August 2025. A written test may be emailed to shortlisted applicants shortly before the interview and will form part of the recruitment process. The role is offered on a 12-month fixed term basis, funded through our Rough Sleeper Prevention and Recovery Grant, with the possibility of extension depending on government grant funding.The role will be largely community based and will require attendance at various venues around the borough most days of the week, along with some time in the Town Hall with limited home working. Due to the sensitive nature of client contact, this role is exempt from being able to be considered on a job share basis.Some out of hours working may be required on an ad hoc basis, for example to participate in our annual rough sleeper count.<h4> Employee benefits </h4>We offer a generous employee <a href="/council-information/jobs-and-careers/employee-benefits">benefits package</a>, with a range of discounts, benefits and wellbeing incentives to suit everyone.<h4> Our way of working </h4>Our shared <a href="/council-information/jobs-and-careers/values-and-behaviours">values and behaviours</a> reflect the special nature of our council. We encourage all colleagues to put them into practice, whatever job they do. Take a look to see if we are the perfect match.<h4> Safer recruitment </h4>Crawley Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all under represented groups.<h4> How to apply </h4>Click the Apply button to complete your application online. Please ensure that the reference details you supply are for your current or most recent employer and that any gaps in employment are covered on your application form. Please note that CVs will not be accepted without a fully completed application form.For an informal conversation or further information regarding the role, email <a href="mailto:alex.farley@crawley.gov.uk" target="_blank">alex.farley@crawley.gov.uk</a>, Rough Sleeper Co-ordinator, or call on 01293 438654.<a href="https://my.crawley.gov.uk/service/Job_Application" target="_blank">Apply for this job</a><h4> Related documents </h4><ul><li><a href="/sites/default/files/document_webform_uploads/single-homeless-community-outreach-officer-job-description_0.pdf"> Single Homeless Community Outreach Officer job description (PDF, 88.22 KB) </a></li></ul>





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