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Sevenoaks District Council is a high performing local authority with an enviable track record of providing excellent services for its residents.&nbsp;
As our Policy &amp; Performance Manager you’ll support us as we move towards a new future for local government in Kent. You’ll be critical in keeping our Members and most senior officers one step ahead by providing high quality research, analysis and advice.&nbsp;Providing us with the latest insight and the right approach to performance management, you’ll steer us through the changing local government environment.
If you enjoy variety in your work, are an excellent communicator, can demonstrate an excellent understanding of local government and the services we deliver, possess strong research and analytical skills and can take a positive, team working approach to identifying solutions this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career and make a real impact in shaping the future of our Council.
This role will be based at our Council Offices, Argyle Road, Sevenoaks Kent TN13 1HG. We currently operate a hybrid working model for the majority of our roles where your working time will be divided between the office (2-3 days) and home working (2-3 days).
Do you want to know more about the role? 
Please contact Sarah Carter, PA to Assistant Chief Executive, on 01732 227067 to arrange to speak to Lee Banks, Assistant Chief Executive for further details about the role. &nbsp;
Do you want to ensure you have the best chance of being shortlisted?
Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements as your application will be judged against these criteria.
Closing date: 13th July 2025 &nbsp;
Interviews: TBC

Policy & Performance Manager

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Balfour Primary School requires an enthusiastic, committed Teaching Assistant. The Teaching Assistants are a busy and productive team within the School who support our enthusiastic students as well as our vibrant teams of teaching staff. In addition, the successful post holder will support our children at lunchtime. Please see the job description for further information about the roles.Balfour Primary School is a vibrant and inclusive school, part of the Thrive Together School Alliance (TTSA), a small and exciting collaborative group of city-wide primary schools, a secondary school, and a specialist provision school. Located on the Surrenden Campus our extensive shared grounds include a Nature School for all children. We are a large, full and oversubscribed school, reflecting our strong reputation within the community.&nbsp;At Balfour Primary School, we emphasise the importance of belonging within our school and the wider community. Our dedicated and outward-looking staff team works tirelessly to create a welcoming environment where every child feels valued and supported.Hours:&nbsp;The post holder will be expected to work Monday - Friday term time only. 8:45am – 15:30. This includes a 15-minute break and a 30 minute lunch [30hrs/wk] Paid weeks per year:&nbsp;47.36&nbsp;(inclusive of holiday entitlement)Fixed term:&nbsp;End date 31 August 2026&nbsp;but it is hoped this role can continueStart date:&nbsp;September 2025<h2>About the role</h2>Closing date:&nbsp;8:00am on Monday 7th July 2025Interview date:&nbsp;Thursday, 10th July 2025How to apply:&nbsp;Please email application form (CVs will not be accepted) to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@balfour.brighton-hove.sch.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@balfour.brighton-hove.sch.uk</a>&nbsp;You can visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.balfourprimary.co.uk/page/?title=Vacancies&amp;pid=22" target="_blank">our website</a>&nbsp;for the job description and application form.Please ensure that you write your application using the headings of the Person Specification.If you do not hear from us please assume that you have not been shortlisted for interview.Telephone:&nbsp;(01273) &nbsp;507722Website:&nbsp;<a href="//www.balfourprimary.co.uk" target="_blank">www.balfourprimary.co.uk</a><h2>Additional information</h2>Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) Check.<h2>Company information</h2>Brighton &amp; Hove Schools - Taking Action for EqualityBalfour Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and online search. We welcome applications from all parts of our community as we aspire to have a staff body that matches the social and cultural diversity of our student intake. Please be aware that online searches may be used if shortlisted for interview. Our safeguarding policy can be found here: <a href="https://www.schoolbus.co.uk/compliancemanager/public/child-protection-and-safeguarding-policy/66a4aed0-9d37-40da-b2c6-885a0797f91f/83067" target="_blank">Safeguarding policy</a>. We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming a new member to our dedicated team at Balfour Primary School.Brighton &amp; Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.

Brighton & Hove City Council

Teaching Assistant (Level B)

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Rochford District Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.&nbsp;
It is our policy that if you have not heard back within 3 weeks of the closing date you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.



(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance)&nbsp;
<h4>The OneTeam partnership&nbsp;</h4>
Rochford District Council and Brentwood Borough Council have formed an exciting strategic partnership, and the Corporate Finance Team provide support to both Councils.&nbsp;
<h4>About the role&nbsp;</h4>
An exciting opportunity has arisen in our recently formed Corporate Finance Team for a Housing Revenue Account (HRA), Capital and Treasury Principal Accountant. The successful candidate must have the ability to work effectively under pressure to deliver positive outcomes. The role covers strategic HRA and capital financing, investments and treasury.
Please view the Job Description and Person Specification below for more information.
<h4>About the candidate&nbsp;</h4>
This opportunity would suit an individual who has experience of HRA and capital accounting, who is looking to further enhance their career.
<h4>Benefits of working for us&nbsp;</h4>
In return, we offer a generous annual leave entitlement, enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme, access to our employee assistance programme and staff benefits platform with discounts across a range of retailers.
For an informal discussion please contact Sarah Harris – Corporate Manager (Financial Management) on 01277 312500.&nbsp;
Please note – this is a hybrid role, which will require working at both Councils' sites. The successful candidate will be employed by Brentwood Borough Council.&nbsp;

Principal Accountant – HRA, Capital and Investments

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SHARED SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES BUSINESS PARTNER (Ref: SHRBP)
Salary £53,506.44
Full time – 37 hours per week
It’s an exciting time to join Broxbourne Council on our latest shared service adventure with East Herts District Council alongside two small friendly Human Resources (HR) teams, with lots of promising new initiatives in the pipeline. We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, self-motivated Human Resources professional who will be responsible for providing generalist HR support (including casework) and advice to teams across both councils, specialising in Employee Relations.
Responsibilities include:
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<li>Working with both councils to develop and improve the deployment and management of our valuable human resource teams</li>
<li>Providing effective day to day advice and support to managers and employees on terms and conditions of employment and the application of HR policies and procedures.</li>
<li>Line managing HR Business Partners and assisting with HR cases where relevant</li>
<li>Provide on-site HR support across both organisations</li>
<li>Participation in a range of employee meetings, including grievance/disciplinary investigations and hearings, sickness meetings, employee relations and management meetings etc.</li>
<li>Writing reports, policies etc.</li>
<li>Providing advice and implementation of change management initiatives including restructures, TUPE etc.</li>
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To be successful in this role you will have previous human resources experience, ideally within a local authority or other public sector organisation. You will also need to be Level 5 CIPD qualified or have relevant experience.&nbsp; The role requires a good communicator with both verbal and written skills and the ability to converse at ease with staff and members of the public to provide advice in fluent English. You will need to have an innovative and positive approach to work with exceptional customer service and negotiation skills.&nbsp; Experience of working in a highly pressured environment will also be required.
Although both councils support hybrid working, the successful candidate will need to have a flexible approach to working across both sites in person and manage their time effectively. As such you will split your time between Broxbourne’s Office at Bishops’ College, Churchgate, Cheshunt and East Herts’ Offices at Wallfields, Pegs Lane Hertford.
&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; We have adopted the core values of Teamwork, Innovation, Effectiveness and Respect (TIER). 
The values and their underlying behaviours, demonstrate our commitment to providing excellent customer care, working in a joined up way, showing respect at all times and looking at innovation and forward thinking solutions. We pride ourselves on recruiting, developing and retaining talent who share this commitment.
We are committed to safer recruitment, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The Council’s benefits package includes generous leave entitlement, a full training and development programme, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and free membership to the Council’s local leisure centres, which includes free access to gyms, swimming pools, fitness classes, racket sport sessions, a health suite and a range of generous discounts across other leisure and culture services.
Broxbourne Council is an Equal Opportunities employer.
Details and application forms for all job vacancies are listed on the Council’s website.
Application forms must be submitted online by 6 July 2025 quoting the above reference.
Borough Offices, Bishops’ College, Churchgate, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 9XQ.
Telephone: 01992 785509, Email: <a href="mailto:HR@broxbourne.gov.uk" target="_blank">HR@broxbourne.gov.uk</a>
Website: <a href="http://www.broxbourne.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.broxbourne.gov.uk</a>

Borough of Broxbourne

SHARED SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES BUSINESS PARTNER

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
Brentwood Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.&nbsp; People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.
It is our policy that if you have not heard back within 3 weeks of the closing date you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.



(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance)
<h3>The OneTeam partnership</h3>
Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council have formed an exciting strategic partnership,&nbsp;and the Corporate Finance Team provide support to both Councils.
<h3>About the role</h3>
An exciting opportunity has arisen in our recently formed Corporate Finance Team for a Housing Revenue Account (HRA), Capital and Treasury Principal Accountant. The successful candidate must have the ability to work effectively under pressure to deliver positive outcomes. The role covers strategic HRA and capital financing, investments and treasury.
Please view the Job Description and Person Specification below for more information.
<h3>About the candidate</h3>
This opportunity would suit an individual who has experience of HRA and capital accounting, who is looking to further enhance their career.
<h3>Benefits of working for us</h3>
In return, we offer a generous annual leave entitlement, enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme, access to our employee assistance programme and staff benefits platform with discounts across a range of retailers.
For an informal discussion please contact Sarah Harris – Corporate Manager (Financial Management) on 01277 312500.
Please note – this is a hybrid role, which will require working at both Councils' sites. The successful candidate will be employed by Brentwood Borough Council.

Brentwood Borough Council

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.The Public Health team is part of the Public Health, Insight and Migration Division.&nbsp; Reporting to the Director of Public Health and Wellbeing, the team helps people to stay healthy and protect them from threats to their health.The Public Health team commissions and delivers a wide range of services and programmes that tackle health inequalities and help people to live healthier lives including:<ul>
<li>Alcohol and drugs misuse strategy, treatment and recovery services</li>
<li>Sexual health services including sexually transmitted infections and contraception</li>
<li>Healthy lifestyles support with losing weight, getting more active, giving up smoking, cutting down on alcohol and improving your well being</li>
<li>Physical activity strategy and projects including school based exercise, parks and cycling</li>
<li>Family health including health visiting, infant feeding, school nurses, teenage pregnancy support, family weight management and services supporting BME families</li>
<li>Health protection strategy and services including air quality, blood borne virus testing, screening &amp; immunisations, infection control, emergency planning and outbreak management</li>
<li>The Marmot City strategy, reducing health inequalities across the city</li>
<li>Domestic abuse and sexual abuse strategies and support services</li>
<li>Youth violence reduction</li>
</ul>This is an exciting and challenging time to work in the Public Health Team. &nbsp;If you are an individual that is committed to achieving the best outcomes for people across Coventry our team can help you make a difference through high-quality professional support, supervision, excellent learning and development opportunitiesOur Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.

Our Values are:

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	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
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What is the job role? We have an exciting opportunity to join Coventry City Council within the Public Health Team and make a real difference for those living in the city by ensuring quality services are commissioned and delivered.&nbsp;We are looking for a Senior Contract Officer to support the Senior Commissioning Managers in commissioning, monitoring and ensuring contract compliance of Public Health commissioned services.&nbsp;(For an informal chat about the role, don't hesitate to get in touch with the Senior Commissioning Manager at <a href="mailto:Hannah.shaw@Coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">Hannah.shaw@Coventry.gov.uk</a>) Who are we looking for? <ul>
<li>You’ll have excellent organisational skills to be able to manage conflicting priorities and work under pressure within agreed deadlines.</li>
<li>You’ll have excellent communication skills and have the ability to develop good working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including providers and children and young people.</li>
<li>You’ll have a track record in reviewing and monitoring services against specific requirements and supporting service improvements. </li>
<li>You’ll be able to work on your own initiative and have excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.</li>
</ul>
When applying for this role you will be asked to write a personal statement, please include the following information in your statement: &nbsp;
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<li>Knowledge and understanding of the different types of Public Health provision, and relevant national legislation and regulatory bodies.</li>
<li>Skill in reviewing and monitoring services and supporting improvements where required.</li>
<li>Ability to work on own initiative, across a range of situations including investigations that relate to service delivery.</li>
<li>Knowledge in relation to the financial and legislative requirements of contracting.</li>
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Our workforce data shows that men, people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities and people from the LGBTQ+ community are under-represented, so we encourage applicants from these backgrounds to apply.  This does not prevent individuals with other protected characteristics as set out within the Equalities Act 2010 from applying for this post.&nbsp;If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul>
<li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li>
<li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li>
<li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li>
</ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.Interview dates: 24th / 25th July 2025About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and&nbsp;benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Senior Contract Officer

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Are you an experienced therapist ready to make a difference in young lives? Central Hub Brighton wants to recruit a skilled professional to join our dynamic team. Our students face a range of complex needs—from social, emotional, and mental health challenges to Autism and trauma histories. This is s a chance to work creatively and collaboratively in a supportive school environment where your therapeutic skills will truly shine.Paid weeks per year: 47.36&nbsp;(inclusive of holiday entitlement)Fixed term:&nbsp;Until August 2026Start date: September 2025<h2>About the role</h2>Central Hub Brighton is committed to delivering a bespoke alternative education for each and every pupil, where developing positive relationships is paramount. A firm emphasis on improving pupil well-being, self-confidence and engagement, using a trauma-informed model so that good personal and academic progress is achieved, will always remain a central priority. This is supported with high quality teaching and excellent pastoral care. &nbsp;We want our pupils to acquire and develop key skills and values which prepare them for the future.&nbsp;Closing date: 7 July 2025Interview date: W/C 14th July 2025How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by email direct to the school office:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@chb.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@chb.org.uk</a>Telephone: 01273 916595&nbsp;Website: chb.org.uk &nbsp;<h2>Additional information</h2>Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) Check.<h2>Company information</h2>Brighton &amp; Hove Schools - Taking Action for EqualityThe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Brighton &amp; Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.

Therapist

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The application form and all information about the post is held on the school website <a href="http://www.ncps.co.uk" target="_blank">www.ncps.co.uk</a>
Please email your completed application form to Adam Cassin, Administrator at <a href="mailto:northwood.primary@knowsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">northwood.primary@knowsley.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
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<h3>Special Educational Needs Teacher DSP (Designated Special provision) &nbsp;</h3>
Permanent Position
Salary: Main Pay Range 1 - 6 / £31,650 - £43,607 per annum&nbsp;
Upper Pay Range 1 - 3&nbsp; &nbsp;/ £45,646 - £49,084 per annum
plus SEN Allowance / £2,679 per annum&nbsp;&nbsp;
To start 1&nbsp;September 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter
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We are looking to appoint a permanent teacher who has experience in supporting teaching and learning for pupils with SEND, to work in our Designated Special Provision for children with a range of complex learning needs. We will offer you excellent CPD opportunities; Rebound Therapy, Attention Autism, PECS, training to deliver a Mastery Maths approach, Power of Reading, Read Write inc. and Kagan collaborative learning strategies. We are a Centre of Excellence for financial education and Inclusion and have a strongly embedded coaching culture. We have also achieved communication friendly school status and have achieved many awards including Leading Parent Partnership Award, Best Practice for Teaching Assistants, Wellbeing Award for Schools and Excellence in Pupil Development Award. If you are an inspirational, empathetic teacher, committed to supporting all children to be the best they can be, overcoming barriers and building rapport with pupils, staff and families, we would love to hear from you.
You must be:
<ul>
<li>An inspirational teacher.</li>
<li>Someone who will complement our strong team ethos in our drive to maintain our high standards, academically, socially and emotionally.</li>
<li>Committed to high expectations of pupils in all areas.</li>
<li>Have significant experience in supporting teaching and learning for pupils with complex additional needs including autism, Cognition and Learning, Communication and Interaction and Sensory and Physical needs</li>
</ul>
The application form and all information about the post is held on the school website <a href="http://www.ncps.co.uk" target="_blank">www.ncps.co.uk</a>
Please email your completed application form to Adam Cassin, Administrator at <a href="mailto:northwood.primary@knowsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">northwood.primary@knowsley.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
Northwood Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding, to promoting the welfare of children and adhering to Equality for All. Copies of our Child Protection policy and our Employment of Ex-offenders policy are available on our website. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (as amended in 2013 &amp; 2020) and shortlisted candidates will be required to disclose any relevant criminal history prior to interview. Applicants are reminded that it is offence to apply for a role involving regulated activity with children if you have been barred from doing so. Short-listed candidates will be subject to an on-line search for information relevant to the recruitment process.
The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Transgender applicants should be aware that the DBS Service now offers a sensitive applications route should you wish to have your previous gender identity kept confidential.
To comply with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 all prospective employees will be required to supply evidence of eligibility to work in the UK.
Visits to the school are welcome: Please contact us to arrange a visit on 0151 477 8630
Closing date: Friday, 27&nbsp;June 2025 at 9am
Shortlisting: Friday, 27&nbsp;June 2025
Teaching Observations: Monday, 7&nbsp;July 2025
Interviews:&nbsp; Tuesday, 8&nbsp;July &nbsp;2025

Special Educational Needs Teacher DSP (Designated Special Provision)

About the BoroughJoining us, you get to work for not just one high performing London Borough, but two.Sutton and Kingston councils have a number of shared services serving both authorities, with some teams and roles more focussed on one Council than the other, but the majority are shared across both, meaning you get multiple opportunities to learn from a wider pool of activities and two different political bodies.&nbsp;We work flexibly in both Sutton and Kingston offices, and support working at home or flexible working patterns that enable you to tailor your working and personal life. We provide the equipment and tools to enable you to work flexibly, and in return ask you to use that flexibility to be creative and ambitious in the services we deliver.There are some really exciting things happening in both Sutton and Kingston. We are developing the London Cancer Hub, a world leading cancer research and treatment hub that will bring together professionals from across different sectors to identify and test new treatments and therapies. We are undertaking the largest housing regeneration programme ever delivered in Kingston, building new energy efficient housing that will transform some of our oldest Council owned housing. Both boroughs have publicly committed to doing what they can to tackle the climate emergency and are investing in new technologies and societal change that will help bring carbon emissions down and improve our climate impact.You should choose Sutton and Kingston if you are looking for an opportunity that will challenge you to deliver more, support you to achieve personal ambitions, and expect you to put borough residents at the heart of what you do.Sutton is a well connected attractive part of London that has a reputation for excellent schools, green and leafy open spaces, and a history that drives a thriving heritage and culture offer through our museums and libraries. The Council is controlled by a long established Liberal Democrat Administration and has high ambitions set out in its corporate plan “Ambitious for Sutton”, that will ensure Sutton remains a great place to live, work and raise a family. The Council plays a leading role in a number of local partnerships and places great emphasis on engaging effectively with its residents, listening to local voices and making their message heard across London Government.Kingston is a beautiful Royal borough with a historic setting on the banks of the Thames with excellent schools and a bustling retail centre, all surrounded by open green spaces such as Richmond Park and Bushey Park, former recreation grounds for Tudor Kings and Queens. The Council is controlled by a Liberal Democrat Administration and has a council plan “Greener, Fairer, Safer, Together”, that sets out a vision to be a vibrant, diverse and inclusive borough where residents are active, empowered, engaged and able to remain independent and resilient. The Council engages with residents through a number of forums and events through the year, and like Sutton plays a leading role in developing the South West Region of London.About the Service and TeamThese two available roles are in the Financial Planning and Business Partnering (FPBP) team within the Shared Finance Service (SFS). The SFS for Sutton and Kingston Councils has the ambition to ‘Add value, inspire success’, which it does through the following objectives:<ul><li>Translate business intelligence into business success by delivering clear professional advice and insight.</li><li>Safeguard the financial health of our Councils.</li><li>Empower our customers to manage their finances.</li><li>Learn, improve and exceed; supporting each other to develop our talent and achieve more.</li></ul> The FPBP team has 18 roles and is brimming with talented individuals. These vacancies are a great opportunity to join a high performing team and work alongside brilliant colleagues. Whilst this is a team within the SFS, the team and this role only support Sutton Council.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateAbout the Financial Planning / Corporate RoleAs our Corporate Strategic Finance Business Partner, you will be at the heart of our financial planning. You will act as a critical friend to the Council, delivering insightful analysis that informs strategic decision-making. Your focus will be on interpreting and applying policies to support the council's needs, with your thinking focused on the annual business planning cycle.Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Supporting the development of the Medium Term Financial Plan (MTFP) and ensuring it is underpinned by robust and accurate working papers.</li><li>Leading and co-ordinating the creation of detailed budget estimates to be implemented at the start of the financial year. Providing detailed analysis of grant settlements and other funding announcements, clearly communicating the financial impact to senior officers.</li><li>Leading on future years' forecasting and scenario planning for income from Business Rates and Council Tax.</li><li>Working collaboratively with service directorate partners to ensure financial risks are reflected in medium-term plans.</li><li>Providing high-quality professional advice on the financial implications of corporate proposals and drafting financial comments for Committee Reports.</li></ul>About the Service BP&nbsp;RoleAs the Strategic Finance Business Partner for the Resources Directorate, you will be the senior finance professional for the area, developing subject matter expertise and providing robust financial leadership. You will lead and manage the provision of business partner support, ensuring your team's resources are targeted towards managing key financial risks and major budget pressures.Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Providing direct support to the Council's directors across its Resources directorate, enabling them to protect the Council's financial health.</li><li>Challenging and testing service budget proposals to ensure they are realistic, viable, and commercially sound.</li><li>Acting as the service gateway to the Shared Finance Service, ensuring stakeholders have access to high-quality professional advice.</li><li>Supporting and challenging services to manage key financial risks.</li><li>Providing high-quality professional advice on the financial implications of service proposals and drafting financial comments for Committee Reports.</li><li>Leading on the development of a culture that encourages challenge and empowers staff to deliver more from their financial resources.</li></ul> Our Ideal CandidateWe are seeking a lead professional with an innovative and commercially astute mindset. You will have a proven ability to interpret complex financial information and the credibility to challenge and influence senior stakeholders.The ideal candidate will have:<ul><li>A completed relevant professional qualification (e.g., CIPFA, CIMA, MBA) or demonstrable equivalent experience.</li><li>Experience delivering strategic finance advice within a large and complex organisation.</li><li>Experience working alongside senior managers in a senior finance role.</li><li>Experience providing advice and challenge to budget holders and managers.</li><li>Experience developing an in-depth technical understanding of complex financial issues to support financial planning.</li></ul> If you are ready to take a leading role in shaping our financial service and inspiring your colleagues, we encourage you to apply. If you have a strong preference for either role, please indicate this as part of your application.Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li><li>Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Sutton or Kingston</li><li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li><li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Car parking scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li><li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li><li>Subsidised gym membership</li></ul>Application ProcessPlease apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;Additional InformationWe pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen&nbsp;<a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here.</a>&nbsp;We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.#LI-SR1





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Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames

Strategic Finance Business Partners

This opportunity is currently being offered on a fixed term contract basis of 18 months; however, if budgets allow the contract length may be extended and/or become permanent, though this is not guaranteed. &nbsp;If an internal council employee wishes to apply for this role, a secondment opportunity may be considered (please state this on your application).We are seeking a Housing Leasehold Assistant to join the team at level B. This level attracts a salary that is mid-point of the range. You will have related experience and be able to demonstrate applied and developed knowledge, experience and skills to be effective in this role. All elements of level A and B listed within the person specification are essential. &nbsp;You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs. &nbsp;You will be required to provide a range of general administrative duties in order to support service delivery. To act as the first point of contact for internal and external customers and provide a professional and welcoming environment at all times.&nbsp;Liaise with stakeholders in a way that promotes the One Medway Council Plan and embeds our values and behaviours.&nbsp;Accountabilities and outcomes:&nbsp;To assist with leasehold related matters including Service Charge, Income collection, Lease Extension, Land Sale, Right to Buy applications, and general administration duties.&nbsp;To manage the first stages of the Right to Buy and Land Sale application and enquires relating to Leaseholders.To assist with debt recovery of service charge and ground rent for current and former leaseholders. To use all available resources to trace former debt to the council and make use of debt recovery agencies as appropriate.&nbsp;To liaise with internal and external organisation and also support with complaints investigation and response. To assist with bulk communications with customers including mail-outs, bulk email and bulk text message campaigns.&nbsp;To provide good customer service by answering telephone calls and emails, resolve them at the point of contact if possible. For complex cases ensuring all details are made available to the Right to Buy Officer and that cases are correctly prioritised.To raise repairs or maintenance issues reported by leaseholders and follow up with Property Services Team and appropriate contractor. Also assist in responding to alteration requests from leaseholders in liaison with Property Medway Council Job Profile Services team.Assist with organising and running customer involvement events involving leaseholders and Medway Council HRA residents at the discretion of the Head of Service, such other activities as may from time to time be agreed consistent with the nature of the job described above.&nbsp;If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please call Julie Fulgence on 01634 33585Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. &nbsp;There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C. &nbsp;When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.&nbsp;The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels:&nbsp;Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview. &nbsp;Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A. &nbsp;Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.&nbsp;Important Information-&nbsp;Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileFor further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.&nbsp;Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. &nbsp; All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.&nbsp;Please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.&nbsp;We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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