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We offer: 14% Shift allowance, salary-linked pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement.About us: A Border Control facility has been set up in Ashford on the Sevington site, near junction 10A of the M20. This site provides the customs and transit checks required for hauliers imported food checks to ensure that goods comply with the statutory duties to safeguard public health.We are recruiting staff to conduct Official Controls – and be responsible for carrying out checks on imports of products of animal origin and high-risk food not of animal origin, in order to ensure that only products that are safe to eat enter the food chain and protect against bio security threats.The Role: Reporting to the Principal Port Health Officer you will be responsible for undertaking a range of statutory duties to safeguard public health. Conducting Official Controls you will be carrying out checks on imports of products of animal origin and high risk food not of animal origin in order to ensure that only products that are safe to eat enter the food chain. In addition you will direct the work and activities of the Technical Officer, and Technical Assistant.Who are we looking for? It is essential that you have suitable qualification(s) to undertake import controls at Border Control Posts as defined by the FSA Food Law Code of Practice and Practice Guidance (normally MSc, Degree or Diploma in Environmental Health plus Certificate of Registration with the Environmental Health Registration Board EHRB (CIEH)), along with having:Evidence of continual professional development Enforcement experience relevant to food control work Strong skills and knowledge relevant to food control, health and safety, and public health functions The ability to interpret and analyse legislation, statutory guidance, technical updates and good practice Competency in IT systems including email, word processing, spreadsheets, databases and presentation software Willingness and ability to work a shift pattern over 24 hours/7 days per week/365 days per yearAs an employee of Ashford Borough Council you will have the opportunity to work with other environmental health professionals across the organisation to broaden your experience. For an informal discussion about this role please contact Marie Connolly on 0300 0424557Click to view <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/bthbmdbq/shift-pattern-dec-2025.xlsx" target="_blank">Shift Patten</a>Click to view a<a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/n1mhmo42/6894a-7158a-port-health-officer-senior-port-health-officer-dec-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description</a> - When completing your application, ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet each of the essential requirements. Applications that only address desirable criteria, or do not provide sufficient evidence against the essential criteria, will not progress to the next stage.We can offer VISA certificates of sponsorship for this role. Please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a> for more information.When applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Visit the jobs page of our website <a href="http://www.ashford.gov.uk/jobs" target="_blank">www.ashford.gov.uk/jobs</a>We offer a competitive remuneration package, an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provide.We welcome applications from the Armed Forces Community





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Ashford Borough Council

Senior Port Health Officer

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A career in local government can be very rewarding, offering a variety of roles and opportunities for personal and professional development.
Wyre Council offers this development through many of its career paths.
To apply for one of our vacancies, click on ‘apply online’ to begin your application



Environmental Health Officer – Grade 9 
Salary: £39,862 – 42,839 + £3,000 golden hello
Location: Civic Centre, Wyre (Regular travel throughout the Borough required)
Are you a qualified Environmental Health professional ready to make a tangible, positive impact on public health and the environment? Join Wyre Council and take the lead in enforcing vital environmental protection and community safety legislation across our beautiful coastal and rural borough.
This is more than just an enforcement role; it’s an opportunity to use your expertise to resolve complex statutory nuisance issues, regulate Environmental Permitting, and shape local planning, directly improving the quality of life for our 110,000+ residents.
What You'll Be Doing: The Impact
We’re looking for a proactive officer to manage a varied and challenging caseload. You will be empowered to take ownership of complex environmental issues, supported by a dedicated and collaborative team.
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<li>Frontline Investigations: Lead on service complaints and scheduled inspections related to noise, drainage, contaminated land, and statutory nuisance.</li>
<li>Permitting &amp; Planning: Process applications/variations for Environmental Permitting and provide expert consultation responses on planning and licensing submissions.</li>
<li>Enforcement &amp; Justice: Draft and serve formal notices, prepare comprehensive legal case files, and represent the council in legal proceedings where necessary.</li>
<li>Community Advisor: Act as a trusted source of advice, interpreting complex legislation for the public and local businesses, and collaborating with external agencies.</li>
<li>Strategic Input: Contribute to corporate projects within the Council, ensuring the Environmental Protection &amp; Community Safety Team meets its key service objectives.</li>
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What We're Looking For (Your Skills &amp; Qualifications)
You must meet the essential criteria below. We highly value initiative, a flexible approach, and a commitment to our Customer Focused values.
Essential:
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<li>A Diploma or Degree in Environmental Health.</li>
<li>EHORB Registered.</li>
<li>Detailed and comprehensive knowledge of Environmental Protection and associated legislation.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to write clear, concise reports and use your initiative to work effectively without constant supervision.</li>
<li>A full UK Driving Licence and ownership of an acceptable means of mobility throughout the Borough.</li>
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Desirable: (Helpful, but not essential):
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<li>Experience across all aspects of Environmental Protection.</li>
<li>A Noise Diploma or similar qualification.</li>
<li>Experience in inspecting and regulating installations under the Environmental Permitting Regulations.</li>
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Why Wyre Council?
We believe in supporting our team’s professional and personal lives, fostering a culture that is Collaborative and Innovative.
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<li>Competitive Salary &amp; Grade 9 Pay: £39,862 – 42,839 + £3,000 golden hello</li>
<li>Generous Leave: Competitive annual leave and a robust local government pension scheme (LGPS).</li>
<li>Work-Life Balance: Access to our flexible working scheme and time off in lieu for essential work outside of normal office hours.</li>
<li>Support for Mobility: Casual Car User Allowance paid at the middle band.</li>
<li>Development: Commitment to training and professional development, including a willingness to support you in undertaking relevant qualifications.</li>
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Join our mission to build a safe, sustainable, and thriving environment for all in Wyre.
Next Step: Apply Today!
Ready to take your next career step with a council that values your expertise? Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience against the essential criteria.
The deadline for applications is 7th December.
We are a committed equal opportunities employer and value diversity. We welcome all applicants who demonstrate a commitment to equality and diversity in their work.

Environmental Health Officer – Grade 9 + £3,000 golden hello

Our Border Control Facility on the Sevington site, near junction 10A of the M20 provides the customs and transit checks required for hauliers following Brexit.The services at the Border Control Facility are being delivered through functional teams covering 24 hour and 7 day week pattern of operation and we are looking for an officer to manage assigned staff in the service.You will have extensive experience in food control as you will be responsible for acting as lead signatory for fishery products and composite goods along with:Conducting Official Controls including carrying out checks on imports of products of animal origin and high risk food not of animal origin. Undertaking checks of organic food, illegal unreported and unregulated fishing, animal composites and other relevant controlled goods. Managing assigned staff within the service and take lead responsibility for aspects of Border Control Post work.To make an effective contribution to the development and achievement of the Ashford Border BCP health protection and business objectives it is essential that you have MSc, Degree or Diploma in Environmental Health and Certificate of Registration with the Environmental Health Registration Board EHRB (CIEH).In addition you will have extensive enforcement experience covering a wide range of food areas including inspection of premises, monitoring and food sampling plus prosecution experience, along with experience in:Operational and/or technical lead role within a food related service Managing of people &amp;/or and resources including performance managementAs an employee of Ashford Borough Council you will have the opportunity to work with other environmental health professionals across the organisation to broaden your experience. For an informal discussion about this role please contact Karis Valli on 01233 330204.Click to view <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/bthbmdbq/shift-pattern-dec-2025.xlsx" target="_blank">Shift Pattern</a>Click to view a <a href="https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ashford.gov.uk%2Fmedia%2Fadxitemo%2F7039a-7040a-7041a-7042a-principal-port-health-officer-oct-2025.docx&amp;data=05%7C02%7CJudy.janson%40ashford.gov.uk%7C3d54f56ed43648884adc08de0bdaecb0%7C66a338a5cfb74d1e9354d346e02c3a75%7C0%7C0%7C638961232207110285%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=JtIfR1Qpx33Vw4fd%2BAf3Xl3OQacXwD%2FmUWujj0GKVvU%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Job Description</a>Candidates who do not meet all the essential criteria for the role they are applying for will not be shortlisted. When completing your application, ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet each of the essential requirements. Applications that only address desirable criteria, or do not provide sufficient evidence against the essential criteria, will not progress to the next stage.We can offer VISA certificates of sponsorship for this role. Please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a> for more information.When Applying: Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces CommunityWhen submitting an application form - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community<ul></ul>

Principal Port Health Officer

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Please apply online (see below). If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by either emailing <a href="mailto:recruitment@sevenoaks.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@sevenoaks.gov.uk</a> or contacting us on 01732 227383 to discuss how we can assist you in applying.



We’re committed to preventing homelessness and ensuring safe, sustainable housing solutions for everyone in our community.
*12 Month Fixed-Term Contract*
Our Housing Options and Solutions team plays a vital frontline role, providing practical support, expert advice and timely interventions to help people remain in their homes or secure alternative accommodation when they need it most.
As a Housing Reviews and Visiting Officer, you’ll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team working directly with residents across the Sevenoaks District. Your work will help prevent homelessness, support some of our most vulnerable residents, and ensure the Council meets its legal duties under housing legislation.
Everything you need to know:
This is a varied and rewarding role that combines casework, investigation, and extensive face-to-face work with customers in their homes and other settings, including hospitals. Based at the Council Offices in Sevenoaks, you’ll travel widely across the district carrying out visits, gathering information, and providing practical housing advice.
What you will be doing:
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<li>Assisting with homelessness reviews under Section 202 of the Housing Act 1996 and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, including carrying out investigations and gathering evidence.</li>
<li>Keeping applicants informed of progress on their homelessness reviews within statutory timescales.</li>
<li>Carrying out accommodation suitability and property condition assessments, considering affordability, overcrowding, location, and any risk of violence.</li>
<li>Visiting customers in a range of settings, including hospitals, to support safe and timely discharge planning.</li>
<li>Providing high-quality housing advice, mediation and realistic housing options to individuals and families at risk of homelessness.</li>
<li>Supporting Housing Advice Officers by verifying applicant details, recording findings from visits, and making clear recommendations.</li>
<li>Maintaining accurate, timely case notes and records on Council databases.</li>
<li>Identifying safeguarding concerns and ensuring vulnerable adults and children are referred to the right services at the right time.</li>
<li>Detecting and reporting suspected fraud and liaising with internal teams such as Benefits, Legal and Fraud.</li>
<li>Working collaboratively with internal services and external partners, including Private Sector Housing and voluntary agencies.</li>
<li>Participating in the duty rota and working occasional evenings or weekends where required.</li>
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What you will bring to the role:
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<li>Knowledge of housing legislation and guidance, particularly the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and Housing Act 1996.</li>
<li>Excellent communication, negotiation and mediation skills, including the ability to manage challenging or emotional situations.</li>
<li>A strong commitment to customer care and achieving positive outcomes for residents.</li>
<li>Confidence working independently in the community, including undertaking lone visits safely.</li>
<li>Strong organisational skills with meticulous attention to record keeping and deadlines.</li>
<li>IT literacy, including the ability to use databases and Microsoft Office applications.</li>
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Why work with us?
We’re proud to be a high-performing local authority that values innovation, collaboration and people-first service. You’ll be joining a team that cares deeply about its work and is committed to learning, development, and continuous improvement. You’ll be supported to make decisions, take initiative, and grow your career in housing.
What’s in it for you?
You’ll join a dynamic and forward-thinking team delivering services that matter. Every day is different, and the impact you’ll have on people’s quality of life is immediate and rewarding.
We are one of the few local government authorities to hold Platinum Investors in People accreditation – our commitment to supporting and developing you is genuine and ongoing.
Other benefits include:
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<li>Enhanced annual leave of 28 days (excluding bank holidays)</li>
<li>Additional leave after 5 years of service</li>
<li>Extra Christmas closure day</li>
<li>Hybrid working</li>
<li>Generous Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Opportunities to join in with social activities</li>
<li>Free parking</li>
<li>Employee benefits including discounts on shopping, travel, days out and more,</li>
<li>Tusker car salary sacrifice scheme and discounts with your MOT</li>
<li>Access to BUPA Employee Assistance Programme, a free, 24/7, confidential counselling and wellbeing support service</li>
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Want to find out more?
For an informal discussion about this role, please contact: Stephen Tring: <a href="mailto:stephen.tring@sevenoaks.gov.uk" target="_blank">stephen.tring@sevenoaks.gov.uk</a>, +441732227184
Closing date: Sunday 18 January 2026
Interview date: Wednesday 28 January 2026

Housing Reviews and Visiting Officer

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Grade / Salary - ME13 - £48,003 - £52,194&nbsp; per annum

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The Regulatory Services Partnership (RSP) hosted by Merton Council is one of the largest Environmental Health Services in London, with the Food and Safety Team responsible for overseeing more than 6,000 food businesses in Merton, Richmond and Wandsworth. The area covered is diverse in nature and includes a variety of high profile and interesting venues, such as Wimbledon Tennis, AFC Wimbledon, Twickenham Rugby, Battersea Power Station, New Covent Garden and Hampton Court Flower Show.
We have an exciting opportunity for talented and enthusiastic qualified professionals to join our team of dedicated Food and Health and Safety officers to deliver the food safety, health and safety and infectious disease function across the RSP boroughs.
As an authorised officer you will manage and deliver food hygiene and standards inspections of all premises type, including approved food premises. You will investigate complaints and accidents, using your knowledge, skills and experience, and applying the necessary behaviours.
You will mentor and supervise technical staff, sharing your knowledge and experience.
You should have a real passion for improving the environment and public health by engaging with our communities and businesses. You will be highly motivated, with a flexible approach and an eagerness to develop existing competencies as well as attaining new skills.
Whilst our administrative base in in London Borough of Merton, we operate hybrid working and provide touchdown points in all boroughs. There will be an opportunity for candidates to express a preference as to their preferred principal location.&nbsp;
You will be willing to work across the RSP though you will have an agreed principal borough.
If you’re looking for a chance to make a difference, alongside an excellent benefits package, then this could be the place for you.
You must be a suitably qualified Environmental Health Professional (EHRB or CIEH Registered Environmental Health Practitioner or equivalent) with post-qualification, experience in food safety and health and safety enforcement.
What we offer:
Merton Council offers a competitive salary and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, excellent holiday entitlement, including a day off for your birthday, and flexible hybrid working along with essential car user allowance and mileage scheme for officers using their car for work.
Please see our why work for us page on our website for more information about a great range of benefits that go beyond salary and offer flexibility to suit you
<a href="https://www.merton.gov.uk/jobs/working-us#toc-family-friendly-policies-and-flexible-benefits" target="_blank">Work for Merton : Working for us | Merton Council</a>
For an informal discussion about these posts please contact Laura Aston (Food and Safety Manager) on 020 8288 5670
Closing date for all applications is midnight on 26th January 2026
However, please note applications will be reviewed on receipt and candidates may be called in before the closing date if they meet the criteria







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Principal Environmental Health Practitioner

Job Title: Adult Socal Care Service Manager Starting Salary: £61,443 progressing to £68,775 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37 Location: Stevenage Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Adult Care Services<h4>About the team</h4>East and North Older People’s Service operate four locality teams covering North Herts, Stevenage, Broxbourne/Welwyn/Hatfield, and East Herts. Each team includes managers, advanced practitioners, social workers, occupational therapists, and community care officers. They provide longer-term support in community and care home settings, carrying out Connected Lives assessments and reviews, and assisting individuals with complex needs, including safeguarding.Alongside these, our Community and Residential Review Teams deliver scheduled reviews and offer extra support during unforeseen situations. Integrated services include the Early Intervention Vehicle (EIV), a joint health initiative providing timely support; Continuing Healthcare Team, supporting assessments for CHC, and the Safeguarding Out of Hours Service (SOOHS), offering emergency care evenings and weekends. We also have a Mental Health Inpatient Team ensuring safe discharges.All teams collaborate under the Area Management Team to deliver a cohesive, high-quality service.<h4>About the role</h4>This senior level professional role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced frontline manager to showcase their inspirational leadership skills and contribute to the strategic direction and high performance of the East and North Older People’s Service.Embedding the change in management structure, you will work closely with other Service Managers and the Deputy Heads of Service to provide senior operational oversight and management support to the Team Managers in the locality and review teams.You will be responsible for supporting and developing our staff to deliver excellent professional practice, embracing empowerment, tackling isolation, promoting independence choice and control, and helping people to make the most of the services in their local community. Alongside championing integrated working with health partners and assisting in service management across the community.Your role will be to support the drive-in establishing equity and equality in service delivery across the area, ensuring good practice and creative approaches in line with the Department’s Connected Lives principles and EEDI Framework leading to positive outcomes for the people of Hertfordshire.<h4>About you</h4>Essential: • Degree in Social Work or Occupational Therapy • Registration with SWE or HCPC Desirable: • Experience of supervising other managers We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC14 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Melanie.Hobbs@hertfordshire,gov,uk for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 11 February 2026Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Hertfordshire County Council

Adult Socal Care Service Manager

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Surrey Heath Borough Council is committed to safer recruitment and equality of opportunity in employment and service delivery and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. If you are unable to apply online for reasons of disability, please call 01276 707126 to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be made to accommodate your individual requirements.
Please note:
All successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks in line with BPSS guidelines, which includes standard identification, referencing and unspent conviction checks. Surrey Heath Borough Council undertakes not to discriminate unfairly against any subject of a disclosure on the basis of conviction or other information revealed.
For the best chance of successful application, please read the Job Description and Personal Specification fully before applying for this vacancy as it contains information you will need to refer to when applying. We do not accept CV’s submitted without a fully completed application form. To reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. If you choose to submit your CV with your application form we request that you remove all your personal details before uploading your CV. This will ensure that Managers cannot see your personal details when completing their shortlist. &nbsp;If you have not heard from the council within 4 weeks of the closing date you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful. All unsuccessful applications will be removed and confidentially disposed of 6 months after the closing date.
If you have any further enquiries please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@surreyheath.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@surreyheath.gov.uk</a> or telephone 01276 707126.
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Grade SH 5
Are you interested in tree preservation?
Do you want to contribute to the maintenance of Surrey green spaces and environment?
Would you like to build a career within an organisation that cares?
If so, why not join Surrey Heath Borough Council and become part of an organisation who is committed to delivery through meaningful community engagement and excellent customer service. We have a friendly and supportive staff culture with people who want to help make a real difference in our community for everyone that lives and works here. We welcome your ideas and support a work life balance with options for flexible and hybrid working.
About the Role
The Council is looking to recruit someone who is interested in furthering their career in Local Government and able to help us to deliver a high-quality service by providing professional support and advice on tree preservation including contributing to planning applications, appeals and other related arborcultural and landscape issues.&nbsp;
The successful candidate will assist in the analysis of submitted planning applications and supporting information, to determine the impact and inform the planning decision making process and provide advice and guidance to planning officers.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
About You
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate they have either experience or qualifications to deal efficiently and effectively with Tree Preservation Orders, tree work applications, High Hedges and Conservation Area Notices of Intent. The role would particularly suit someone who is looking to build on their existing landscaping and arboriculture knowledge. The successful candidate will be looking to learn and develop in the following areas:
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<li>negotiation of improvements to applications and attach appropriate conditions</li>
<li>understanding and communicating risks associated with applications relating to protected trees</li>
<li>understanding the value trees bring to communities</li>
<li>helping to maintain the landscape profile and character of the Borough.&nbsp;</li>
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Candidates will need to demonstrate that they have an interest and the ability to interpret planning policy and relevant legislation and have excellent communication and organisational skills.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Additional Information
Benefits 
We are committed to providing a healthy work life balance for our employees, with hybrid working and other flexible working arrangements on offer. A laptop and mobile phone will be provided for your role if applicable. We offer a generous benefits package including a minimum of 23 days’ annual leave rising to 28 days after 5 years’ service, plus Bank Holidays, a generous local government pension scheme, free parking for all employees and payment of a professional membership fee. As well as subsidised gym membership at our local Places Leisure Centre and great savings from supermarkets, shopping, cycle to work schemes and holidays via the My Staff Shop scheme.
Closing date: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Sunday 25th January 2026
Interview date: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; To be confirmed
Contact details
For an informal discussion, please contact Jonathan Partington, Development Manager on 01276 707100, <a href="mailto:jonathan.partington@surreyheath.gov.uk" target="_blank">jonathan.partington@surreyheath.gov.uk</a>
Our Commitment
Surrey Heath Borough Council is committed to equality of opportunity in employment and service delivery and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.
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Surrey Heath Borough Council

Arboricultural Officer

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There has never been a more exciting time to join Wirral Council. We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Asset Surveyor to join our team. If you enjoy working with a team of professionals to manage a property portfolio and think you have what it takes to be the difference for our staff and residents, then we’d love to hear from you.
About the Role:
You will be working within a multi-disciplinary Asset Management Team that provides a broad asset management function. This is a key role in the management of the Council’s wide and varied property portfolio. You will be responsible for the acquisition, disposals and management of the Council’s leased property estate. In addition, you will provide advice and support to service departments and Members.
About the Candidate:
We’re looking for a qualified Chartered Surveyor with experience of working in multi-disciplinary team, and a good working knowledge of Landlord and Tenant Legislation. You will be autonomous and able to manage your own workload with minimum supervision.
Above all you will be looking to build on your current knowledge and skills to deliver a quality resource in the management of the Council’s property portfolio.
If you would like to discuss the role, please contact: <a href="mailto:stevemcmorran@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">stevemcmorran@wirral.gov.uk</a>
If you are a Wirral resident, are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team on <a href="mailto:info@involvenorthwest.org.uk" target="_blank">info@involvenorthwest.org.uk</a> or contact 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.
If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
Working at Wirral
You’ll also want to know what it’s like to work here so, as a start:
Our values are more than just pieces of paper on our walls! We’ve all played a role in developing these, so they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do, what matters to us, what inspires us and inform how we think, approach things and behave.
We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff wellbeing is a priority for us. We’re serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You’ll benefit from our track record of developing, growing and investing in our people.
We have a range of staff benefits including staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme which includes a generous employer contribution rate, immediate life cover and ill-health protection. We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays.
We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities.
Each voice is heard, each contribution valued. We embrace diversity in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions differences and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.
We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. If you’d like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier-free and as accessible as possible please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies.
It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances.
Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications.
Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration.&nbsp; Forms received via the post will not be processed.
All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the Jobs page.
The job description and other supporting documents will not be accessible once the vacancy closing date has passed so if a copy is required you should download it now.
We do not accept applications or CV’s from recruitment agencies, unless otherwise stated. Therefore, any candidates submitted via a recruitment agency will not be considered for this role.

Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council

Senior Asset Surveyor

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We are seeking a dedicated and passionate professional to serve as a vital support to our senior leaders, driven by a genuine commitment to making a meaningful difference to the lives of Adult Learners.This role is pivotal in enhancing services and opening future opportunities for residents across West Sussex.Your work will be at the centre of supporting the development and administration of Adult Learning programmes which improve the lives and outcomes for individuals, families and communities, support economic growth, improve employment, social inclusion, health and wellbeing.Salary: £27,254 to £28,598 per annum, £15,468 to £16,231 (pro rata for part time)Contract Type: PermanentWorking Pattern: Part-time (21 hours per week)Location: County Hall, West Street, Chichester, PO19 1RQInterview Date: Thursday 05 February and Friday 06 February 2026 Regular attendance at your designated base location will also be necessary, and there will opportunities for some remote work. Final arrangements will be confirmed with the successful candidate.About the JobThe role is based in the Adult Learning Service, and no two days are ever quite the same! There will be some key responsibilities likely to feature in this role, including:<ul><li>Providing effective and efficient daily support to the Adult Learning Management Team, including Curriculum Leads and Programme Officers, supporting them in the design, delivery, and management of a range of programmes.</li><li>Monitoring programme performance and progress, delivering customer support, and managing a complex service delivery.</li><li>Working alongside internal and external partners to provide advice and guidance to a range of Adult Learning customers, including responding to queries and concerns, and facilitating the development of effective relationships.</li><li>Working in collaboration with Adult Learning Officers to ensure that administrative support is provided to priority tasks and aligns with the schedule of inspections, reporting, and service delivery within the service area.</li></ul>If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and relish being part of a close-knit team, supporting colleagues to deliver better outcomes for the residents of West Sussex. we want to hear from you!Required Qualifications and Skills<ul><li>A Level, BTEC, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent qualification, or demonstrable comparable experience.</li><li>Solid and accurate IT knowledge, such as proficiency in Microsoft Office Excel, to facilitate the collection and presentation of information and data.</li><li>An understanding of project management processes, procedures, and policies relevant to operating within a demanding project management environment.</li><li>Experience working within a project management team or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to provide advice and support to a diverse range of stakeholders. This includes responding to information requests and preparing reports.</li><li>Strong problem-solving abilities, with the capability to generate technical information to identify opportunities for service improvement.</li><li>Experience or developed insight into at least one aspect of the Adult Learning curriculum, such as English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Adults with Learning Disabilities (ALD), Family Learning, 16-19 provision, or commissioning learning programmes.</li></ul>For more information on the Key Skills as well as the Qualifications and/or experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached.Rewards and BenefitsWe aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance and are rewarded for the work they do.A laptop and mobile will be supplied if applicable to your role. You will benefit from 25 days annual leave, rising to 28 days after 5 years' service (pro rata for part time) plus the opportunity to buy additional leave and an excellent <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/about-the-council/pensions/" target="_blank">local government pension scheme</a>.A range of discounts give our staff access to hundreds of offers; groceries, travel, cinema tickets, days out, leisure activities, high street retailers and the opportunity to save over £1,000 a year through our West Sussex Choices benefits platform.For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits page.</a>Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CPP01226.Does this sound like the opportunity for you? Click apply below, upload your CV and cover letter.Your cover letter should:<ul><li>Outline your motivations for applying.</li><li>Explain the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the attached job description).</li></ul>Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to right to work within the UK, enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, satisfactory references, and a health check.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/" target="_blank">application help</a> page.RSi

Curriculum Support Officer

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/5622/Asst_Cook_job_description_Nov_2025__1_.docx" target="_blank">Asst_Cook_job_description_Nov_2025__1_</a></li>
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The Governors at Christchurch CE Primary school are looking to appoint an Assistant Cook. The successful candidate will join our catering team; if you have the passion to provide quality food with a caring, positive attitude we would love to hear from you. If you have the following:
<ul>
<li>Experience in catering, ideally within an educational setting.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of food hygiene and health and safety regulations.</li>
<li>Excellent organisational and communication skills.</li>
<li>Ability to adapt recipes and dishes for pupils and meet production timings</li>
<li>Ability to work flexibly and adapt to the dynamic demands of a school environment.</li>
<li>A proactive approach to food service development and ideas for improvement initiatives.</li>
<li>Willingness to support the Christian ethos of the school is essential</li>
<li>Good healthy food and friendly caring service for our pupils is a priority.</li>
</ul>
Christchurch CE Primary is part of CDAT (Chester Diocesan Academies Trust) is currently made up of 24 diverse schools across the Diocese of Chester. Established by the Chester Diocesan Board of Education in 2014, CDAT’s vision is to build thriving learning communities where every individual can flourish.
To apply for this vacancy please return the completed CDAT application form with a supporting letter to <a href="mailto:sdollard@christchurch-moreton.wirral.sch.uk" target="_blank">sdollard@christchurch-moreton.wirral.sch.uk</a>. The closing date for all applications is 12 noon 28th January 2026.
Interviews are scheduled to take place the week commencing 2nd February 2026
The new employee is required from: 23rd February 2026 or sooner&nbsp;
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability.

Assistant Cook

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/5625/Guidance_Notes_for_Completion_of_Application_Forms_Primary.pdf" target="_blank">Guidance_Notes_for_Completion_of_Application_Forms_Primary</a></li>
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How to Apply &nbsp;- Only applications received on Bracknell Forest application forms will be considered.
Safeguarding Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) children.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.&nbsp; If you are successful in being shortlisted for this position, you will be required to complete a self-declaration formTo find out more about the application process for working with children, young people and adults at risk visit&nbsp; <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/policies-relating-job-applications/applications-work-those-risk" target="_blank">https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/policies-relating-job-applications/applications-work-those-risk</a>
The Bracknell Forest Safeguarding Board (BFSB) oversees the safety and well-being of children in Bracknell Forest - <a href="https://bracknellforestsafeguarding.org.uk/" target="_blank">https://bracknellforestsafeguarding.org.uk/</a>
Equal Opportunities - We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to providing equality of opportunity to all. Our aim is to treat all employees and prospective employees with integrity, respect and consideration.
Disability - We are a Disability Symbol User and as such have made a commitment to guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria of the person specification.
We will make reasonable adjustments to help a person with a disability through the application &amp; selection process and, if successful, to assist you in carrying out the duties of your job.&nbsp;
Pre–employment medical check - As a condition of the Offer of Employment, the successful applicant will be asked to complete an Occupational Health questionnaire form. &nbsp;
The purpose of the questionnaire is to assess whether you have any medical problems that may affect your ability to undertake the role. If necessary reasonable adjustments or modifications will be suggested to assist you in carrying out the duties of the job.&nbsp;
References - On your application form you will be asked to provide the names and addresses of two people who will provide a reference. At least one must be from your current employer, completed by a suitable person with appropriate authority. We take up references for all shortlisted candidates and wherever possible we like to apply for these prior to interview.
Employment - Any candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant criteria.



Are you currently training to become a teacher?&nbsp; We have outstanding opportunities for you to start your career in our great schools providing excellent professional development and support in your induction years and beyond.
We are a small, innovative local authority that offers early career teachers exceptional career choices in our maintained schools and academies.&nbsp; We recognise that to invest in you is essential to the young learners you teach.
You will follow a managed induction programme supported by your personal mentor, to encourage you to reach your full potential throughout your career.
Our schools look for individuals who have the ability and imagination to inspire and challenge the children they teach to energise them to achieve their potential.
We recognise that to invest in you is essential to the young learners you teach.
What we offer:
Our well-resourced schools provide the setting for you to flourish and develop, and can offer:
<ul>
<li>Training developed in line with changing requirements and feedback from previous ECTs to form structured, professional but fun sessions enabling interaction and the ability to network with other ECTs.</li>
<li>excellent and ongoing support and training at the start of your teaching career and into subsequent years, including courses for those who aspire to and are recognised in their own school as potential leaders.</li>
<li>the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues from other schools in Bracknell Forest</li>
</ul>
Other benefits:
Unlike with some agency placements, as an employee of a Bracknell Forest maintained school you receive pay in line with Teacher’s National Pay Conditions, this includes:
<ul>
<li>London Weighting (fringe)</li>
<li>Pay throughout school holidays</li>
<li>Sick pay/maternity pay</li>
<li>Pension scheme</li>
<li>Option for July start for some ECTs</li>
<li>Flexible staff benefits scheme</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme including lifestyle savings</li>
</ul>
Vacancies for Early Career Teachers are advertised from January, so register early to access the widest range of opportunities.
Following a preliminary shortlisting process, you will be invited for an initial interview. This general interview will allow you to expand on your application by demonstrating your strengths and knowledge and enable us to identify suitable posts for you. All initial interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams.
Once successful in this first interview, your application will be circulated to all Bracknell Forest primary schools with suitable vacancies.
Individual schools interested in your application and with vacancies to match your skill set and preferences, will then contact you directly and invite you for a school visit and a second interview. You will get to choose which school you work in.
Many of our schools choose to use our Pool Systems to fill autumn term vacancies suitable for ECTs – easier for the schools and easier for you!
ECT Recruitment - Bracknell Forest Council - Time Square, Market Street, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 1JD - Tel: 01344 354005
Email: <a href="mailto:teacher.recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">teacher.recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
Web: <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/ect" target="_blank">https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/ect</a>

Primary Early Career Teachers

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/5631/CES_Rehabilitation_of_Offenders_Act_1974_Disclosure_Form.docx" target="_blank">CES_Rehabilitation_of_Offenders_Act_1974_Disclosure_Form</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/5632/CES_Recruitment_Monitoring_Form.docx" target="_blank">CES_Recruitment_Monitoring_Form</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/5633/CES_Notes_to_Applicants.docx" target="_blank">CES_Notes_to_Applicants</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/5634/CES_Consent_to_obtain_references.docx" target="_blank">CES_Consent_to_obtain_references</a></li></ul>

Completed application forms to be sent to <a href="mailto:b.deegan@sjb.pfcmat.org" target="_blank">b.deegan@sjb.pfcmat.org</a>

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Key Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>To promote high individual academic standards</li>
<li>To monitor attendance and punctuality of identified pupils and liaise with parents and other external agencies as relevant.</li>
<li>To monitor exclusions and behaviour sanctions and liaise with parents and other external agencies as relevant.</li>
<li>To work closely with the Senior Leadership Team and the Pope Francis Trust staff in developing strategies to encourage full and regular pupil attendance.</li>
<li>Work with and support Senior Leaders to ensure Year groups are on target.</li>
</ul>
Specific Responsibilities 
<ul>
<li>Address the Year groups as a whole through assemblies working with the Curriculum Leader of RE and the Academy Chaplain to deliver on our Salesian and Catholic mission and values.</li>
<li>To take joint responsibility for the overall standard of uniform.</li>
<li>To promote and develop the effective use of the Academy rewards system.</li>
<li>To promote an effective exchange of relevant information concerning pupils’ behaviour between staff using the Academy behaviour procedures.</li>
<li>To establish a working relationship with Tutors in order to promote positive behaviour and general wellbeing of pupils.</li>
<li>To act as a point of referral for staff, pupils, parents/carers and external agencies and ensure that relevant information is distributed to relevant staff in the Academy.</li>
<li>To contact, where necessary, families/carers of pupils in need of extra support and, if necessary, make home visits.</li>
<li>To lead and participate in regular Year team or key stage meetings as required.</li>
<li>To work closely with AHT SEND and Inclusion, other Senior Leaders and Curriculum Leaders to ensure that the needs of targeted pupils are met.</li>
</ul>

Pastoral / Progress Leader

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/5636/JD_Registration_Support_Advisor.pdf" target="_blank">JD_Registration_Support_Advisor</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/5637/Conditions_of_Service_-_November_25_-_Template.pdf" target="_blank">Conditions_of_Service_-_November_25_-_Template</a></li>
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To upload your CV you will need to click on the link below and create an account with Jobs Go Public if you have not already done so.
You will also be required to input your name and email address and will be invited to complete an equal opportunities questionnaire.
Knowsley Council is an award-winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the Municipal Journal Awards 2024.
We are an Accredited employer under the <a href="https://www.liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk/fair-employment-charter" target="_blank">Liverpool City Region Fair Employment Charter</a>, demonstrating that we are committed to the principle of fair employment and we are dedicated to providing a healthy, fair, inclusive and just workplace.
Come join us and be part of our success.
​This is an opportunity to join the Registration Service, which is a high profile and essential service, guiding and supporting customers through some of their most important life events. &nbsp;
​​​Knowsley Registration Service is responsible for registering all births, deaths and marriages that have occurred in the borough, legal preliminaries to marriage and civil partnership, performing ceremonies and the production of certified copy certificates.   &nbsp;
​​We are looking for a Registration Support Advisor to deliver the full range of clerical, registration and ceremonial duties.   &nbsp;
​​You will have a proven track record of delivering excellent customer service ​and be able to demonstrate energy and enthusiasm for dealing with customers. Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills are essential, along with the ability to work flexibly as part of a team.  &nbsp;
​This is a rewarding role offering great personal satisfaction, where you will have the opportunity to meet a hugely diverse range of people. If you are looking for a varied and challenging role where no two days will be the same, then this could be the role for you. &nbsp;
We welcome applications from residents and beyond, 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.
See the benefits of working for Knowsley MBC <a href="https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/yes" target="_blank">https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/yes</a>.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.
At Knowsley we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact:&nbsp;
Gemma Eaton <a href="mailto:gemma.eaton@knowsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">gemma.eaton@knowsley.gov.uk</a> or Sue Fishwick <a href="mailto:susan.fishwick@knowsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">susan.fishwick@knowsley.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
If you are interested in this vacancy, 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 if a CV and supporting statement does not reflect the person specification it is unlikely to be shortlisted.

Knowsley Council

Registration Support Advisor

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&nbsp;Lead Bereavement Services Administrator

£32,597 to £36,363
Full time – 37 hours a week
Rugby Borough Council is dedicated to both Community and Colleague growth. With a focus on wellbeing and personal development, we offer a range of career opportunities where you can take pride in the positive changes you help create. Join an organisation committed to the success of one of the Country’s fastest-growing boroughs and the people who make it thrive.
About the role
As our Lead Bereavement Services Administrator, you’ll be responsible for the day-to-day organisation of Bereavement Services administration and the supervision of the administration staff within Bereavement Services.
You’ll be doing a range of tasks from financial administration and developing effective organisational systems through to ensuring all burial and cremation activities are managed with competence and efficiency, carrying out Sexton duties and deputising for the Bereavement Services Manager when needed.
The role is varied but demanding with periods of high pressure working within a statutory framework and following codes of practice. It will involve working at Rainsbrook Crematorium as well as within all other Rugby Borough Council Cemeteries.
This role is site based 5 days a week and will require you to work some evenings and weekends to meet specific demands and ensure service continuity.
Please see the Job Profile for more detail.
About you
You’ll need to have an understanding of the technical aspects of the Cremation and Cemeteries Service and have completed or are willing to work towards relevant ICCM and FBCA Cemetery and Crematoria qualifications.
Alongside this you’ll need extensive experience in administrative tasks including managing records, handling paperwork, budgeting, supervising staff and working within a statutory framework and codes of practice.
Above all, you’ll need to have a high level of customer focus and an ability to communicate sensitive, complex and challenging information effectively across a variety of organisations and individuals, all while working well under pressure.
A full driving licence and use of your own vehicle is essential.

Benefits
<ul>
<li>35 days annual leave (including 8 Bank Holidays and 3 extra days normally applied at Christmas)</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Generous Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Flexi time scheme</li>
<li>Annual leave purchase scheme</li>
<li>Structured Induction Program</li>
<li>Learning and Development opportunities including Future Leaders programmes</li>
<li>Payment of a professional subscription for approved professionals</li>
<li>Family Friendly Policies</li>
<li>Independent Support for your health &amp; wellbeing</li>
<li>Generous compassionate leave</li>
<li>Extra Benefits including Retail Discounts, Cycle to Work scheme and more</li>
</ul>

Lead Bereavement Services Administrator

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About the Role 
Are you passionate about designing and delivering innovative, secure, and scalable technology solutions? As a Senior Solutions Architect at Enfield Council, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving our digital transformation. You’ll act as a technical authority, shaping cloud-first strategies and ensuring our technology aligns with enterprise architecture and GDS standards. This is a hands-on, influential position where you’ll collaborate with internal teams and external partners to deliver high-impact solutions that make a real difference to our residents. 
About You 
You are an experienced Solutions Architect (or similar), with a strong background in enterprise architecture and the full solution development lifecycle. You have a proven track record of designing complex, cross-platform solutions in large-scale agile environments, and possess deep expertise in Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365. You understand cloud-native architectures, microservices, API design, and secure, scalable solution design. Experience with Teams, SharePoint, Exchange Online, and a solid grasp of data protection and regulatory standards are essential. You’re a collaborative leader, an effective communicator, and thrive on guiding teams and stakeholders through technical decisions. 
Your technical expertise includes: 
 
 - Design &amp; Implementation: Designing and implementing secure, scalable network solutions, covering both traditional LAN/WAN and cloud-based architectures. 
 - Azure Networking: In-depth knowledge of Azure Virtual Networks (VNets), subnets, peering, VPN gateways, ExpressRoute, and network security groups. 
 - Hybrid Connectivity: Experience with hybrid connectivity models (e.g., site-to-site VPN, ExpressRoute) to integrate on-premises and cloud environments. 
 - Network Security: Familiarity with network segmentation, firewalls, load balancers (Azure Load Balancer, Application Gateway), and Zero Trust principles. 
 - Storage: Experience with Azure Storage Accounts, Managed Disks, Blob/File storage, and backup/recovery strategies. 
 - Monitoring &amp; Security: Implementing Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Security Centre for diagnostics, monitoring, and compliance. 
 - App Services: Deploying and managing Azure App Services, Azure Functions, Logic Apps, and Azure SQL. 
 - Integration: Designing solutions using Azure Service Bus, Event Grid, and API Management for application integration and messaging. 
 - Serverless &amp; Automation: Leveraging serverless technologies (Azure Functions, Logic Apps) and automating deployments with CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions). 
 - Security &amp; Governance: Applying RBAC, Azure AD integration, Key Vault, and policy enforcement for secure container environments. 
 - Identity &amp; Access Management: Implementing Azure Active Directory, Conditional Access, and RBAC. 
 - Compliance: Ensuring solutions meet regulatory standards (ISO 27001, GDPR, NIST, Cyber Essentials). 
 - Cost Management: Using Azure Cost Management and Advisor for resource optimisation and governance. 
 - Monitoring &amp; Diagnostics: Setting up Application Insights, Azure Monitor, and Log Analytics for proactive monitoring and troubleshooting. 
 - Stakeholder Engagement: Working with business analysts, developers, and technical support teams to define requirements and deliver solutions. 
 - Mentoring: Providing technical guidance and mentorship to project teams and junior architects. 
 - Documentation: Creating and maintaining architectural diagrams, technical specifications, and user guides. 
 
What We Offer 
Alongside a competitive benefits package, Enfield Council provides a dynamic and supportive working environment where your expertise will shape the future of digital services. Enjoy opportunities for professional development, flexible working arrangements, and the chance to make a real impact on the lives of our residents. We value innovation, encourage continuous learning, and support your career ambitions. Join us and be empowered to take responsibility, work collaboratively, and contribute to a culture built on openness, respect, and active listening. 
About Enfield Council 
Enfield Council is committed to making a positive impact for our diverse community. We deliver high-quality services and foster a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and continuous improvement. As part of our Digital Services team, you’ll join a supportive environment that values bold ideas, collaboration, and professional growth. 
We do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV. 
We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more. 
Why it's great to work for Enfield Council: 
 
 - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 
 - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas. 
 - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles. 
 - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months. 
 - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods. 
 - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family. 
 - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work. 
 - 1 month paid sabbatical for Children’s Social Workers 
 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 
If you have previously applied for this role within the past 6 months, unfortunately, a second application will not be considered.

London Borough of Enfield

Senior Solutions Architect

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To apply online: ribblevalley.gov.uk/jobs Other ways to apply:For a paper application pack, send your contact details and vacancy reference number to <a href="mailto:HR@ribblevalley.gov.uk" target="_blank">HR@ribblevalley.gov.uk</a> or call 01200 414596 (24-hour answerphone)



Business Rates Officer Council Offices - Clitheroe
Reference: RES270 Pay: Scale 5 (scp 16-19) &nbsp;£30,518 to £32,061 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week
We have an exciting opportunity for a Business Rates Officer to join our Revenues Team.
This is a challenging but rewarding role; annual legislative changes require you to be flexible and able to adapt to changing demands. You will need to prioritise your workload effectively and be capable of tackling problems and implementing solutions. You will have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
On a day-to-day basis, your role will be to provide an efficient service to all businesses within the Ribble Valley. You will ensure effective administration of billing and collection of business rates in accordance with statutory provisions and local procedures. You will liaise with the Valuation Office Agency on rateable value amendments and update the database accordingly.
Whilst knowledge of business rates legislation is essential, previous experience of working in a Local Authority Revenues role is not, although it would be advantageous.
For an informal discussion about the role please contact James Marshall on 01200 414425.
Join us to receive a host of benefits such as flexible working hours (flexitime scheme in operation), generous leave entitlement, occupational pension scheme and training/development opportunities.
Closing date: Friday 23 January 2026 Interview date: Thursday 5 February 2026
To apply online: ribblevalley.gov.uk/jobs Other ways to apply:For a paper application pack, send your contact details and vacancy reference number to <a href="mailto:HR@ribblevalley.gov.uk" target="_blank">HR@ribblevalley.gov.uk</a> or call 01200 414596 (24-hour answerphone) Reasonable adjustments: &nbsp; &nbsp;For any part of the recruitment process, please email us or provide further information on your application form.
Right to close early: We reserve the right to close job vacancies before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Business Rates Officer

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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.



We have a fantastic opportunity available for a Youth Justice Worker to join our Prevention and Youth Justice Service (PYJS) here at Wokingham Borough Council on a part time, fixed term contract.&nbsp;
We have a strong focus on Prevention and the remit of this role is to specifically support the delivery of our reputable Exclusion Prevention Programme. The programme aims at reducing school exclusions linked to offending type of behaviours.&nbsp;
We are a trauma informed service, who work compassionately and restoratively, with a child first guiding principle. We are a small, hands on team, who work creatively with children, listening to them and involving them in shaping our service. We like to learn and develop so we hold workshops and training events every month. We care about our staff by providing&nbsp; development opportunities and promoting a healthy work/life balance. &nbsp;
As a youth justice worker supporting the Exclusion Prevention Programme, you will work one to one with relevant children. You will also&nbsp; have responsibility for delivering workshops in schools to address emerging offending type of behaviours.
Benefits:
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 28 days (rising to 33 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ Enrolment to an excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐&nbsp;A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ And much more!&nbsp;
Key Aspects of the role
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<li>We work with children who are at risk of offending or who have already offended to reduce the chances they will offend again and support them achieve their full potential.</li>
<li>In your role, you will have to write an assessment of the child and co-produce and intervention plan with them. All your work with the child has to be timely recorded.&nbsp;There is a lot of case management and record keeping is an essential part of our job.</li>
<li>We have a duty to safeguard our children whilst also protecting the public: safety assessments, safety management and safeguarding and welfare of the children we work with is an essential aspect of our role.</li>
<li>We work in a multi-agency team and context: we support children as part of a network so you must be good communicating with others to overcome barriers and achieve better outcomes for our children.</li>
<li>Our role involves adherence to many pieces of legislation, frameworks, and guidance which you will have to learn and become familiar with to be able to deliver your role.</li>
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Candidate Requirements
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<li>There is an essential requirement for this role to have aqualification in Social Work, Probation Services or Professional Certificate in Effective Practice (PCEP). Consideration for candidates without qualification will only be on the basis of them being currently employed as a youth justice worker in another service and to have held that post for a minimum of 6 months. For this particular role, candidates with a Teaching Qualification will also be considered, as well as anyone who has current experience of working with children in schools.&nbsp; Candidates that do not meet this essential requirement will not be shortlisted.&nbsp;</li>
<li>You are knowledgable about the Child First framework, trauma informed approaches. It is also desireable that you have knowledge of relevant criminal youth justice legislation, National Standards for Children in Youth Justice and Youth Justice Board best practice guidance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>You are familiar with Restorative Justice and the support that victims of crime need.</li>
<li>You can relate and engage with children and families, who have often experienced trauma.</li>
<li>You have experience of working with partners to improve outcomes for children.</li>
<li>You are able to write in an analytical and critical way, interpreting and analysing facts to produce reports and assessments for different audiences.</li>
<li>You will need to work to tight deadlines, in a fast paced, varied and rapidly changing environment and keep accurate and timely records.</li>
<li>You will be dynamic, adaptable, resilient and responsive to change to legislation and guidance, the various aspects of your role and children's circumstances.</li>
<li>You will have the experience of and ability to processing significant amount of written information (i.e. legislation, frameworks).</li>
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Due to the requirements of the role, candidates will require a full driving licence and use of vehicle for business use.&nbsp;
Closing Date: Sunday 1st February 2026, 11pm
Shortlist: applicants will be notified if they have been shortlisted on Monday 2nd February 2026.
Interviews: will take place on Thursday 5th February between 9am-5pm ONLY&nbsp; at our office in Wokingham Town Centre. There will be no option for virtual interviews. This will be the only day available for interviews.
Our Area:
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.
We’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!
If you are interested in this role and would like further information or a discussion, please contact: Bea Nigolian <a href="mailto:bea.nigolian@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">bea.nigolian@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.&nbsp;
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful. Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually. 
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. 
We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Wokingham Borough Council

Youth Justice Worker

Job Description Job Title:&nbsp;Adult Safeguarding Lawyer Salary:&nbsp;£53,460&nbsp;– £61,638&nbsp;per annum Grade:&nbsp;G Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent&nbsp; Working Hours:&nbsp;37 hours per week&nbsp;&nbsp; About the Role We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Adult Safeguarding Lawyer to join our friendly and supportive legal Team.&nbsp; This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in protecting vulnerable adults and ensuring their rights and welfare are upheld. &nbsp;As part of our Legal Team, you will provide specialist legal advice and representation on a range of adult safeguarding matters, working closely with social care teams, partner agencies and stakeholders. Key Responsibilities <ul> <li>Advising on adult safeguarding matters, including applications under the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Care Act 2014.</li> <li>Representing the local authority in the Court of Protection and other relevant tribunals.</li> <li>Drafting legal documents, court applications, and policies related to safeguarding.</li> <li>Providing training and guidance to social care professionals on legal issues affecting vulnerable adults.</li> <li>Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and case law developments.</li> <li>Handling judicial review matters, deprivation of liberty cases, and other public law challenges.</li> </ul> About You To be successful in this role, you will need: <ul> <li>To be a qualified solicitor, barrister, or chartered legal executive&nbsp;</li> <li>At least 3 years post qualification experience in adult social care law</li> <li>Strong advocacy, negotiation, and communication skills.</li> <li>The ability to manage a varied and complex caseload.</li> <li>A commitment to public service and protecting vulnerable individuals.</li> </ul> What We Offer At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>A supportive and collaborative working environment.</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working options.</li> <li>Competitive salary and benefits package.</li> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> </ul> DBS Check: A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at Basic Level is required for this post.&nbsp; How to Apply If you are passionate about safeguarding adults and want to make a difference in your community, we would love to hear from you. Advert Closing Date: (Redeployment Only): 15th January 2026 Advert Closing Date: 8th February 2026 &nbsp; Interview Date: 24th February 2026 To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/IQBYBMJXeIRXTomE0qyIGeo0AcnQCmrID77et8qAkVZDFpA?e=hjpjbS" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Thurrock Council

Adult Safeguarding Lawyer

Birmingham Children’s Trust is going from strength to strength. We are the largest provider of family support and social care services for children, young people and families in the country. Our goal is to become a centre of excellence in both social care and family support. By choosing to work for us, you will be part of a supportive, dynamic service contributing to our service improvement journey to ‘Outstanding’.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.We actively deliver services that are culturally responsive to the needs of the children, parents and carers we work with to deliver equality, diversity and inclusivity in all we do.We have an exciting opportunity within the Placements Team– part of our Business Support Service for a self-motivated Business Support Officer providing essential support to our practice staff members. Your tasks will include oversight of quality, monitoring and analysis of KPIs. You will also monitor, co-ordinate and supervise the work of a small team of Business Support Assistants maintaining oversight and monitoring of processes ensuring consistency and maintaining staffing rotas. You will receive training and support in all areas.You will play an important role in the effective day to day running of the service we are looking for people who are well organised; have good attention to detail and who can work to and meet tight deadlines; you must be able to work effectively within a team environment, be customer and child focused and be able to deliver the role with a flexible approachWe have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection. This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children's Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting.This is a hybrid role based in Birmingham so you must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship.About you:You will be a ‘can-do' person, who is passionate about high quality service delivery and performance. You will be able to work effectively within a dedicated team environment, be customer focused and able to deliver the role with a flexible approach.Key skills we will be looking for in your personal statement include:<ul> <li>Microsoft programmes: Excel, Word, Teams, Outlook</li> <li>Good communication and organisational skills</li> <li>Good soft skills: active listening, working with key stakeholders of all levels</li> <li>The ability to independently interpret and analyse information and facts to solve</li> <li>varied problems</li> <li>The ability to manage a process, ensuring accurate and timely outputs</li> <li>Able to resolve internal/external issues and provide a solution focused response</li> <li>Attention to detail with an ability to work accurately e.g literacy and numeracy</li> <li>Experience of working in a pressured environment, dealing with several conflicting and changing priorities effectively to achieve business objectives.</li></ul>Additional Information:Onboarding Process: Please note as part of our onboarding process, the successful candidate will be required undergo a series of background checks with Experian Including Experian Right to Work, and Digital ID verification. These are essential pre-employment requirements.Our Benefits:<ul> <li>A generous annual leave package of 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 5 years of service and 35 days after 10 years of service.</li> <li>Free on-site parking at our offices on One Avenue Road (Aston) and Lifford House (Stirchley). We also provide onsite electric car charging ports which are free to use!</li> <li>Full access to our amazing internal employee benefits scheme including, Occupational Health services, Rewards Schemes, Benefits discounts (including the Blue Light Card), Health &amp; Fitness and Personal Wellbeing support and much more!</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working policy - we are well adapted to a hybrid model of working which includes a combination of time spent in the office and at home and we offer a variety of working patterns.</li> <li>Pension Scheme - You will receive a generous local government career average pension scheme in line with the local government pension scheme.</li> <li>Career development opportunities</li> <li>Regular development discussions</li> <li>Mental health / emotional support – 24/7 employee assistance programme</li></ul>For further information on this role, please contact Matt McHale - Business Support Team Leader - Placements - <a href="mailto:matthew.mchale@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">matthew.mchale@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a> / Mobile: 07484 592 174<a href="mailto:matthew.mchale@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank"></a> BenefitsHelp us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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Birmingham Children's Trust

Business Support Officer

We are seeking a knowledgeable Housing Options Officer to join our Housing team. This is a vital role in delivering the Council’s Homelessness Strategy, helping to prevent homelessness and supporting residents in housing need.You will provide expert advice and guidance on housing options, investigate homelessness applications, and ensure the Council meets its statutory responsibilities under housing legislation. This role requires compassion, resilience, and the ability to deliver excellent customer service to some of the borough’s most vulnerable residents.You will be responsible for assessing and resolving homelessness applications in line with statutory duties, by carrying out sensitive interviews and home visits to fully understand applicants’ circumstances, along with:Developing action plans with clients to address the causes of homelessness Liaising with landlords, tenants, and partner agencies to sustain tenancies and resolve disputes. Representing the Council at multi-agency meetings and, where required, in court proceedings Maintaining accurate case records and ensuring compliance with legislation, policies, and service standards.To thrive in this role it is essential that you have a strong working knowledge of housing and homelessness legislation (Housing Act 1996, Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, etc. as well as having:Extensive experience in housing advice, homelessness prevention, or a related field. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to adapt to different audiences. The ability to work under pressure, manage complex cases, and remain empathetic. Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload effectively. An understanding of safeguarding principles for adults and children.This is a hybrid role where the working week will be based on 3 days in the office 2 days working from home - you may be asked to come into the office at additional times as requiredWe are committed to supporting our community and delivering high-quality housing services. Joining our team means that you will be able to making a real difference to people’s lives and be able to work in a supportive, professional environment.For an informal discussion about the role please contact Nancy Fraser, Senior Housing Options Officer, on 01233 330821Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/gagb4udi/6394d-housing-options-officer-nov-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description</a>When Applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community





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Housing Options Officer

About the BoroughFound in zone 6 with good transport links in and out of London, Kingston is a vibrant and diverse university town which creates the rich sense of community shared across the borough and its Residents. Kingston boasts an idyllic riverside location, good shopping and great restaurants, as well as a mix of modern and historic town centre. Kingston has lots of open parklands and cycle routes that help connect the district town centres into an enjoyable place to live and work.We are passionate about working closely with our residents and vulnerable groups to help them maintain their independence and create a balance between support and independent living.About the Service and TeamYou will be a vital member of our highly motivated Culture and Heritage team based in Kingston Museum and Library. The Culture team comprises a number of different services including Heritage, Libraries, Music, Arts and Adult Education and is responsible for delivering the borough's cultural programme, in partnership with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. This is an exciting time to join our service as we embark on developing a new cultural strategy and building on the exciting cultural initiatives of the past year. Working in the Arts &amp; Culture Partnership hub you will focus on delivering an engaging learning programme for schools and our diverse communities, as part of our wider cultural outreach activities.&nbsp;About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateCreate and deliver a learning and participation offer for Culture and Heritage, focusing on our exhibition programme and heritage collections. <ul><li>Develop an exciting and engaging education offer ensuring the Library, Museum and Archive collections are at the heart of the programme</li><li>Apply frameworks such as the National Curriculum, creating appropriate learning materials and delivering engaging heritage workshops for children and young people.</li><li>Work with local and national partners for example, the BookTrust and GEM (Group for Education in Museums) to support the delivery of key learning programmes</li><li>Support the promotion of the Culture &amp; Heritage in our venues across the borough</li><li>Provide frontline cover at Kingston Museum as required</li></ul>You will have a proven track record of delivering engaging learning programmes in the culture and heritage sector. Working with internal and external stakeholders you will be adept at building successful partnerships and enthusing and inspiring diverse audiences to engage with our activities. 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.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include:<ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement of 25-32 days, plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade.</li><li>Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li><li>Hybrid working (dependent on the role)</li><li>Flexible and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks</li><li>Learning and development portal offering a range of courses</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Confidential health &amp; wellbeing and counselling support</li></ul>Application ProcessApply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application and check your CV details have been uploaded correctly in the relevant sections.We understand and recognise the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace and are embracing AI where appropriate, to boost our productivity and streamline how we deliver our Council services efficiently; to provide the best possible outcomes for our residents and communities.&nbsp; However, we reserve the right to reject applications where it is apparent that AI-generated content has been used in isolation and without personalised responses. At Kingston&nbsp;we value authenticity and are looking for individuals who can clearly demonstrate their own skills, experience and motivation for the role that they are applying for and embrace and demonstrate our STAR&nbsp;values. Here at Kingston&nbsp;we have core values of Transparency and this is to be demonstrated during the application process and completion of the supporting statement and will be further tested at interview and selection stage for those who progress forward.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, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;As part of our award winning Diversity Programme we anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. We encourage our interview panels to be as diverse as possible (age, cultural, neurodiverse etc.) to reduce bias where possible. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups.To support our workers and their families 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.We are also proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer all our employees are guaranteed the London Living Wage regardless of their length or type of contract.The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance. Sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.





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Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames

Cultural Learning and Participation Officer

The Governing Body at Buxton Infant School wish to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Midday Supervisor to support children in our school to have happy and safe lunchtimes. Duties will include supervising the children during their lunchtime from 11:55 to 13:20 each day; encouraging active play and ensuring the welfare and safety of pupils. Previous experience of working with children (including raising own) is desirable as is a knowledge of basic first aid. The appointed person will be someone who can build excellent relationships with our children, the midday team, teaching staff and have a willingness to learn and undertake further training as required. We have a permanent position and relief positions availableProvisional Interview Date: 28 January 2026Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>





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Derbyshire County Council

Midday Supervisor

North East Derbyshire District Council is a dynamic and ambitious organisation that takes pride in delivering excellent services to our community whilst driving economic growth and environmental sustainability for the district.A vacancy has arisen in the Council’s Streetscene Service for a Gardener/ Groundsperson within the Grounds Maintenance Team.The postholder will assist with a range horticultural and landscape construction and maintenance duties in parks, open spaces, playing fields and fine turf areas.The successful applicant will carry out skilled horticultural operations, including the maintenance and planting of trees, shrubs and hedge cutting as well as daily use and routine care of all vehicles and powered plant/equipment such as mowers and strimmers.To be successful you will need:<ul><li>Knowledge and experience of routine grounds maintenance practices.</li><li>Knowledge and experience in the use of light powered horticultural plant.</li><li>Knowledge and experience in the use of self-propelled ride on mowing equipment.</li><li>Ability to sustain high levels of physical output over prolonged periods.</li><li>Experience of team working.</li><li>Experience of working to pre-targeted work schedules and to tight deadlines.</li></ul><ul><li>Full current clean Driving Licence with licence category groups B (B +E desirable).</li></ul>The successful applicant must be prepared to work at any of the Council’s establishments as may be required.For a full list of job details and requirements please view the Job Description and Person Specification.Why work for us?North East Derbyshire District Council is a great place to work and if you join our team, you will become part of a talented and dedicated workforce. If you are keen to make a difference to people’s lives and develop your skills and experience, we would like to hear from you.We offer a competitive salary, Local Government Pension Scheme, generous annual leave entitlement and excellent work/life balance initiatives. Learn more about the benefits of working for us at: <a href="https://www.ne-derbyshire.gov.uk/about-the-council/jobs/working-for-us/why-work-for-the-council#benefits" target="_blank">ne-derbyshire.gov.uk</a>Apply today!If you are interested in this post, please apply using the online application on our dedicated webpage on Derbyshire Jobs at: <a href="https://jobs.derbyshire.gov.uk/northeastderbyshire/Index.aspx" target="_blank">North East Derbyshire District Council Vacancies</a> or via <a href="https://jobs.derbyshire.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Derbyshire - Jobs and Careers</a> by clicking ‘Apply for this job’ and creating an account. You can save your progress and exit the application at any time, coming back to it at a later stage to complete and submit your application. Applications close midnight, Sunday 1st February 2026.Please read the Guidance Notes provided before completing any application and please note that CV’s will not be accepted.If you do not have internet access, you can request an offline application pack by contacting North East Derbyshire District Council Contact Centre on (01246) 231111 or emailing: <a href="mailto:Human.Resources@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Human.Resources@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk</a>We welcome applications from all sections of the community.For further informationFor an informal discussion about the post, please contact Alan Walker, Parks and Streets Manager (01246) 217276 or email <a href="mailto:alan.walker@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">alan.walker@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk</a>If you have not received any communication within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion and we thank you for your interest in the job role.<ul></ul>

Groundsperson/Gardener

🌟 Join Assessment and Discharge Team in Adult Social Care 🌟 We’re recruiting a qualified social worker to work in our established Community Hospital and Community Support Bed Assessment and Discharge Team. Our 6 Community Hospitals and 3 Community Support Beds offer short-term assessment and reablement/rehabilitation to people across Derbyshire. They help people to regain confidence and maximise their independence, in order to return home wherever possible. They are used to support people leaving hospital, requiring an urgent community response or who would benefit from reablement in a bedded care setting (this is Derbyshire’s ‘Pathway 2’/intermediate care service). These sites are supported by skilled multi-disciplinary teams from health and social care. You would be working with a team of other professionals to contribute to goal setting and discharge planning, complete care act assessments and support plans, as well as supporting people within the Mental Capacity Act and making safeguarding personal. The services are going through an exciting period of change over 2025-2026. We’re looking for an innovative leader who is passionate about improving services for people in Derbyshire. As part of improving integration between health and social care, we are transitioning the service to deliver support within a new partnership between Derbyshire County Council and Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS and we expect these roles transition across into this Partnership at some point in 2026. The majority of your time will be spent working from one of our Community Support Bed or Community Hospital sites. The role also involves some travel to other sites and offers hybrid working to meet service needs. This position will primarily focus on Whitworth community hospital and the surrounding area. What we expect from our applicants: <ul><li>Be able to provide person centred and strength-based assessments </li><li>Someone who can provide a timely discharge planning support </li><li>Confident in using the Care Act 2014, including a good understanding of Making Safeguarding Personal, and the Mental Capacity Act </li><li>Someone who is a team player who is able to work closely with other disciplines and teams </li><li>Comfortable working autonomously with a positive and can-do attitude </li></ul>What you can expect from the role with Derbyshire County Council: <ul><li>Working for Derbyshire County Council really puts you at the heart of local communities, and provides great satisfaction being able to help local people. </li><li>A welcoming and accepting team who provide regular peer support, as well as receiving professional and line management supervision. </li><li>Rewarding work with a real variety of cases, leading to quick outcomes that make a difference to people and their lives </li><li>Great learning and development opportunities – Derbyshire County Council want you to succeed and will provide thorough support to ensure you can achieve your goals. </li><li>Great benefits including: </li><li>25-27 days of annual leave (depending on grade) plus another 5 once you reach 5 years of continuous service </li><li>Flexi time, allowing up to an additional 2 days of leave per month </li><li>Generous local government pension scheme </li><li>Guaranteed incremental annual pay increases </li><li>Cycle to work scheme </li><li>Discounts at selected county leisure centres </li><li>and much more…… </li></ul>If you would like any further information about the role or an informal conversation, please contact <a href="mailto:Sian.Paddon@derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Sian.Paddon@derbyshire.gov.uk</a> Provisional interview dates: 5 February 2026.Start date for this role would be 1st April 2026Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>The job may require unsocial hours working including weekends and Bank Holidays. Payment arrangements will be detailed in any contract offer made.Saturday and Sunday hours will be paid at plain time where it is part of your normal working pattern unless it is between 7pm and 7am, where enhanced rates of pay apply. Enhanced pay rates are paid for Bank Holiday working.Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>ASCH1Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.<ul></ul>

Social Worker (Assessment and Discharge Team)

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY USING THE DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL WEBSITE, PLEASE SEE DETAILS BELOW.Walton Holymoorside is seeking to recruit a SEND Teaching Assistant for 25 hours per week. The role would be working within both their Y1 and Y5 class. The hours of work each day are 8.30am – 2.30pm. The role is fixed term until 31 August 2026If you are interested in this role, please apply via the below My New Term link. <a href="https://mynewterm.com/jobs/147120/EDV-2026-WHPS-70917" target="_blank">https://mynewterm.com/jobs/147120/EDV-2026-WHPS-70917</a>Provisional Interview Date: 3 March 2026Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>





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