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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.<h2>About the role</h2>To administer a Recruitment and Payroll customer support service to multi clients. Update and maintain employee payroll records to a high standard of accuracy and attention to detail. A point of contact for complex Recruitment and payroll queries, such as absence, overpayments, underpayments and salary increments Using knowledge and the ability to interpret various Terms and Condition across multi clients&nbsp;To provide a range of high-quality payroll support, delivering excellent customer service by giving the customer the best possible experience. Providing accurate information and support in response to customers enquires according to agreed procedures, polices, practices and regulatory and legislative requirements.&nbsp;To ensure an integrated approach to Payroll services through assisting with the implementation of new technologies, methodologies and processes which contribute to organisational effectiveness.<h2>Additional information</h2>We are looking for somebody who is motivated with the ability to manage and prioritise your own workload in a fast paced environment. With the ability to build and maintain good working relationships with a wider range of colleagues, internal and external customers to deliver the service.&nbsp;You must have Excellent IT skills with good knowledge of office applications with effective communication skills both verbally (face to face and by telephone) and in writing. Be able to influence and negotiate when advising and supporting customers particularly in relation to sensitive situations to achieve desired outcomes.<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Payroll Services Officer

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Working hours:&nbsp;37.5 hours per week (banking 30 minutes per week to be used towards the shut down between Christmas and New Year)
Data and mapping are at the heart of Building Harlow’s Future. As a GIS Data Officer, you’ll be part of a vital corporate support service where GI data underpins service delivery across the district. Your work will help&nbsp;shape smarter decisions, more efficient operations, and better&nbsp;outcomes for our communities.
We’re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive GIS Data Officer to join our team and play a key role in managing and maintaining our geographic information systems and local land and property gazetteer (LLPG).
Key Responsibilities:
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<li>Administration of the Street Naming and Numbering process.</li>
<li>Ensure the accuracy and integrity of data within the Corporate GI and LLPG.</li>
<li>Maintain and improve key corporate datasets to support operational and strategic decision-making.</li>
<li>Assist in GIS data analysis to support various service areas.</li>
<li>Produce high-quality maps and spatial data products.</li>
<li>Provide GIS support for an upcoming Grounds Maintenance Improvement Plan project.</li>
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Please note the Job Description and Employee Profile for this post are currently under review via job evaluation.&nbsp;
If you think you can make a difference and want a real challenge, please apply.
For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Dean James, Operations Manager - GIS and Infrastructure on 01279 446687
Our policies support our employees by enabling a positive work/life balance. Employees will attend their contractual place of work at least 4 days each week (pro rata for part-time).&nbsp;The Council offers many excellent employee benefits which include pension scheme, generous annual leave entitlement, health and wellbeing initiatives, and development opportunities.
Harlow Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.&nbsp; People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Employee Profile.

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Strategy and Communications
Strategy and Communications sits at the centre of the organisation, bringing together several teams with organisation-wide remits and mutual collaboration opportunities. The work of the directorate’s teams includes delivery of major events, designing and leading public affairs or marketing campaigns, providing data, evidence and analysis, leading cross-organisational programmes, to making sure we plan for and can respond to emerging events or emergencies in our city.
About the team
London Resilience Unit supports the work of London's key agencies in assessing risks, working to reduce the likelihood or impact of those risks and, where risk can't be eliminated, preparing arrangements to respond, recover and learn from emergencies.
About the role

In this exciting and impactful role, you’ll work at the heart of London’s resilience efforts, collaborating with key stakeholders across the&nbsp;London Resilience Partnership (involving over 170 organisations), to ensure the city is ready to respond to and recover from emerging risks.
You’ll play a key role in localising national risks and planning assumptions to shape multi-agency emergency plans that reflect London’s unique risk landscape. You will be involved in designing and supporting exercises to test those plans and London’s preparedness as well as capturing lessons from exercises and real incidents, working with partners to embed meaningful change. Your work will also contribute to governance and assurance processes, helping to maintain confidence that London is ready to respond effectively to any emergency.
You will also be part of the London Resilience Unit’s on-call team, supporting multi-agency strategic coordination in response to incidents in London. This will involve working unsociable hours from time to time and qualifies for an on-call allowance payment.
What your day will look like
In this role, you will:
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<li>Lead on the development and maintenance of multi-agency plans, policies and procedures.</li>
<li>Take a proactive role in ensuring continued improvement of resilience services, working closely with the London Resilience Manager on specific policy issues.</li>
<li>Deliver work on specific policy areas which may include multi-agency risk assessment, training, exercising, learning and improvement, and assurance of emergency response capabilities.</li>
<li>Develop and prepare reports for multi-agency audiences, based on research, consultation and analysis.</li>
<li>Support and chair multi-agency meetings and teleconferences as required within your specific work areas.</li>
<li>Build strong and effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels of seniority.</li>
<li>Promote the work of the Partnership through the London Resilience Unit and provide resilience expertise, advice and support to the London Resilience Partnership and wider stakeholders.</li>
<li>Respond to emergencies as part of the London Resilience Unit’s response function (operational 24 hours a day, 365 days a year), in support of the London Resilience Partnership’s, and London local authorities’ strategic coordination arrangements.</li>
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Skills, knowledge and experience
To be considered for the role you must meet the following&nbsp;essential criteria:
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<li>Proven experience of planning and delivering projects, and co-ordinating the work of a range of stakeholders, ideally within resilience, emergency planning or other relevant policy area.</li>
<li>An understanding of multi-agency working and the role of local and central government, the emergency services, health, voluntary and community, transport, and utility sectors.</li>
<li>Experience of working across organisational boundaries, ideally with an understanding of London’s resilience governance and risk landscape.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to research, analyse and synthesise information from multiple sources, and convey this in a range of formats suitable for a variety of audiences.</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to build strong working relationships with multi-agency partners at all levels.</li>
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The GLA Competency Framework Guidelines further detailing each competency and the different level indicators can be found here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.london.gov.uk/sites/default/files/gla_competency_framework_hr_28june2021.pdf" target="_blank">GLA Competency Framework</a>
How to apply
If you would like to apply for the role you will need to submit the following:
Up to date CV
Personal statement with a maximum of 1500 words. Please ensure you address how you demonstrate the&nbsp;essential criteria&nbsp;outlined above in the advert.

Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement have a maximum file size of 1.5MB each and upload your Personal Statement to the ‘CV and Cover Letters’ section’ of the form, ensuring you address the technical requirements and competencies in your Personal Statement.
Word or PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images. Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement are saved with the job reference number as part of the naming convention (E.g., “CV – applicant name - 012345)

As part of GLA’s continuing commitment to be an inclusive and equal opportunity employer we will be removing personal identifiable information from CVs and Personal Statements that could cause discrimination.&nbsp;


If you have questions about the role
If you wish to talk to someone about the role, the hiring managers Fiona Mair / Kelly Dallen would be happy to speak to you. Please contact them at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Fiona.Mair@london.gov.uk" target="_blank">Fiona.Mair@london.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;/&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Kelly.Dallen@london.gov.uk" target="_blank">Kelly.Dallen@london.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;
If you have any questions about the recruitment process, contact the&nbsp;<a href="mailto:glaopdcrecruitment@tfl.gov.uk" target="_blank">glaopdcrecruitment@tfl.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;who support the GLA with recruitment.
Assessment process
Once you have submitted an application, your details will be reviewed by a panel.
If shortlisted, you’ll be invited to an interview/assessment.
The interview/assessment date is: TBC - mid-October
Equality, diversity and inclusion
London's diversity is its biggest asset, and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.
We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share.&nbsp;
Please note we are a Disability Confident Employer so for candidates who wish to be considered under the scheme and meet the essential criteria, they will automatically be invited to interview. Please note, should you require any adjustments through the process, we will accommodate as much as possible. Please contact the recruitment team for further information if required.
Benefits
GLA staff are hybrid working up to 3 days a week in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office.
In addition to a good salary package, you will be paid every four weeks, providing frequent salary payments. We also offer an attractive range of benefits including 30 days’ annual leave, interest free season ticket loan, interest free bicycle loan and a career average pension scheme.
Additional Information
Please note, all candidates will need to confirm that the information provided in this application form is true and correct. Should a candidate deliberately give false information, including the use of AI software, they understand that this would disqualify them from consideration.
Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record (DBS) check but some roles may require additional security screening.&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.gov.uk/find-out-dbs-check" target="_blank">Find out which DBS check is right for your employee - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)</a>
More Support
If you have a disability which makes submitting an online application form difficult, please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:resourcingteam@london.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcingteam@london.gov.uk</a>.

Senior Resilience Officer

About UsNorth Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.The RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior SEND Officer to join our SEND Team. The SEND Team are responsible for ensuring that the LA’s statutory duties towards individual children and young people with SEND are met.We are a busy team and deal with sensitive, and at times, difficult situations. The successful candidate will have good organisational and interpersonal skills, have experience of similar work within a public sector and will need to be able to travel within North Somerset and further afield to support out of area placements.In this role, you willKey Responsibilities:<ul><li>Coordinate and manage the Local Authority’s Tribunals, while holding a tribunals caseload. This will involve negotiations with schools, parents and other relevant professionals to resolve appeals to the tribunal where possible and to represent the Local Authority at case management hearings and final hearings when early resolution is not possible.</li><li>Prepare documents/reports in accordance with legislation to provide information for use in meetings and formal proceedings, and to support developments within the SEND Team.</li><li>Take a supporting role in developing a range of interventions/processes, specific service or projects with clearly identified outcomes within an overall team plan.</li><li>To represent the LA at mediation in relation to all statutory decisions.</li><li>To support the improvement in quality of EHC plans by proof reading and quality assurance.</li><li>Work in partnership with service users and other agencies to develop and implement multi agency services and initiatives. Establish &amp; maintain appropriate links between service users and other professionals to encourage a clear understanding of each other’s priorities and ways of working.</li><li>Using enhanced knowledge and experience of SEND legislation and processes to support SEND Officers in the absence of line managers.</li><li>Line management and development of SEND team members, to improve service standards and achieve service delivery.</li><li>In conjunction with other SEND Managers, to develop and deliver training packages for all SEND staff.</li><li>Communicate effectively with parents, schools and other professionals (including parent representatives, e.g. solicitors) within mediation, tribunals and TUF processes.</li><li>To support the admissions process for special school places and to implement appropriate tracking mechanisms for these in liaison with relevant SEND officers.</li></ul>This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.This position will be based at our Town Hall in Weston-super-MareWork StyleAt North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:<ul><li>2-3 days in the office</li><li>Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.</li><li>Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for an individual who is passionate about SEND, and who possesses the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Vocational qualification or experience to at least Level 4 or above, relevant to the service user group or equivalent.</li><li>Extensive experience of working within SEND including practical experience in statutory assessments, EHC plan writing, annual review processes, Mediations and Tribunals and working within the Children and Families Act, Regulations and Code of Practice.</li><li>Approved professional qualification relevant to the area of work or extensive practical experience of working with service user groups giving rise to a variety of technical skills and sound understanding of the services available, legal responsibilities, work practices and processes relevant to the role.</li><li>Experience of supervising/managing others’ work</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding protocols and the threshold levels for service user groups. Ability to investigate and follow up on potential issues.</li><li>To be able to work independently across the range of SEND duties.</li><li>Ability to analyse designated areas of work and make decision to improve them.</li><li>Ability to engage with service users and partner agencies within the relevant codes of practice values (dignity, respect etc)</li><li>Ability to manage/organise own work to meet agreed deadlines and demonstrate an ability to respond in a flexible and professional manner.</li><li>Understanding and recognition of professional &amp; personal boundaries</li><li>To hold a full UK driving licence and availability of their own car for work use.</li></ul>What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <a href="https://heyzine.com/flip-book/e562fd773b.html" target="_blank">Benefits booklet</a>.How to ApplyIf you share our <a href="https://n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/jobs-training/vision-values" target="_blank">vision and values</a>and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact Michelle Sercombe, SEND Operational Lead <a href="mailto:Michelle.Sercombe@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">Michelle.Sercombe@n-somerset.gov.uk</a> 07469496115Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: Tuesday 14 October 2025.Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.





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Job Title: Assistant HR Officer Starting Salary: £25,583 progressing to £28,141 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 20 - 4 hours a day over 5 days Location: Stevenage - Robertson House - Hybrid – Office Days Tue &amp; Wed Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Resources<h4>About the team</h4>Join our dynamic Trans Admin Team as a HR Assistant Officer and play a key role in delivering exceptional payroll services to Hertfordshire County Council and a range of valued clientsThis role forms part of an experienced team, who work in a fast-paced environment and are dedicated to delivering the payroll service to approximately 29,000 employees across various companies.You’ll not only help deliver this important service, but you’ll also be encouraged to spot and suggest ways we can make our processes even better.<h4>About the role</h4>In this role will be responsible for processing a variety of essential documentation, including timesheets, mileage claim forms, pension opt-in and opt-out requests, and tax forms. You will also produce employment references, formal letters, and statutory forms such as SSP1s. In addition, you will handle incoming telephone enquiries, providing a professional and helpful first point of contact.&nbsp;<h4>About you</h4>Essential criteria:<ul><li>Excellent Administrative skills with attention to detail</li><li>Ability to organise and prioritise your own workload</li><li>Good communication skills</li><li>Use of Microsoft applications, including word and excel knowledge</li><li>Good keyboard and data entry skills</li></ul>Desirable criteria:<ul><li>An understanding of integrated HR/Payroll applications (SAP) would be desirable</li><li>Knowledge of local government terms and conditions would be an advantage.</li></ul>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 Business Support Services, level BUS6 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles: Business support servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:jane.hockley@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">jane.hockley@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 24th &amp; 25th September 2025Benefits 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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Permanent Ref: C9696 The opportunity has arisen for this vacancy within the Neighbourhood Delivery Service Administration team. You will provide a high-quality front-line service focusing on basic clerical duties and responding to service requests from internal and external customers.&nbsp; You will assist in managing multiple mailboxes and make calls back as and when required to close enquiries directly from residents and from other departments. You will be required to successfully manage and produce information onto spreadsheets for internal performance use and external audits.&nbsp; You will work with colleagues across the administration team and within Neighbourhood Delivery to ensure we offer an exceptional service to our residents.&nbsp; The ability to build strong and meaningful relationships with colleagues and customers is required as well as tact, empathy and the ability to work on your own and as part of a team.&nbsp; You will have excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to achieve defined performance targets. &nbsp;The deadline for applicants will be midnight on the closing date shown in the advert details.&nbsp;We reserve the right to close the application process early if we receive a high volume of applications.&nbsp;

Dacorum Borough Council

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About UsWest Sussex is a county of contrast and opportunity. From our vibrant coastal towns to our rural heartlands, we are proud of our communities and ambitious for the people we serve. West Sussex County Council is a diverse organisation that provides services to more than 850,000 residents every day. As an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, a healthy work-life balance and are rewarded for the work they do.The context for West Sussex County Council is changing. Increasing demographic pressures, continuing challenges to provide residents and communities with greater levels of choice and control over services, and the tighter financial constraints placed on the authority, mean that the Council needs to change the way it operates. Effective business management develops and delivers support to the Adult Services Directorate and enables it to operate as an effective and efficient service. This role operates within a complex, multi-provider environment with a wide range of partners to ensure the necessary corporate capabilities are in place (for example, HR, change, business and market intelligence, finance planning and management, democratic services and processing). There is a strong focus on customers, performance, driving efficiencies and providing best value for money for residents.About The JobSalary: £48,226 to £51,356 per annum Working Pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week Contract Type: Fixed term until 01/10/2026 Location: Office base County Hall, Chichester with hybrid working Interview Date: Tuesday 30th SeptemberThe role of the Finance Business Manager for Adult Services is pivotal, supporting the Assistant Director and their Senior Leadership Team to ensure that an effective, efficient and professional service is delivered at all times. You will support the management of the Adult Services budget through the monitoring and recording of savings targets, efficiency initiatives and the service budget. Part of the role is providing a link between performance, finance and operations on key business activities. This includes advising and supporting the financial and business aspects of existing and proposed service models, reporting monthly, including commercial aspects, analysing and interpreting complex data, in order to inform business decisions, provision of reports and recommendations, identifying areas of potential financial risk, supporting risk management and monitoring of service performance. To succeed in this role you need strong analytical skills with the ability to communicate with people at all levels of the organisation and external partners including the public. You will be personally resourceful and pro-active and able to work autonomously. As a Finance Business Manager you may be required to manage a small team, and to travel to various locations throughout the county.Experience and SkillsPlease include information and examples of how you meet the following criteria within your application, as they are the criteria your application will be short listed against.Key Skills: 1. Ability to research, analyse and interpret information to make effective judgements in order to review the effectiveness of activities and service provision, plan long term and set timescales. 2. Ability to identify and analyse risks, and manipulate complex financial data relating to large budgets in the region of £100m. 3. Ability to anticipate problems, plan solutions and make sound pragmatic problem-solving decisions and recommendations, which will have a wider service impact, particularly in relation to providing a varied and complex service, resource issues and partnership building. 4. Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence the actions of others and communicate information which may be complex and contentious. Including the ability to negotiate solutions across wide areas of the business and successfully convince others of the need to take a specific course of action. 5. Ability to challenge existing practices and identify innovative solutions within the required framework. 6. Ability to articulate problems and lead staff to a position where they can find and implement solutions. Qualifications and/or experience: * Post graduate diploma in management studies, or equivalent management qualification or management experience. * Experience of monitoring and setting budgets effectively to deliver a service within available resources. * Experience of contributing to the development of business strategies and translating strategies into operational policy and procedure and delivering outcomes. * Sound and accurate IT knowledge e.g. Microsoft Office, and expert at data handling. Rewards and BenefitsFor a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05908.For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Matthew Oldfield (Service Manager CPST) at matthew.. For issues or queries regarding your application please contact <a href="mailto:" target="_blank"></a>. To apply, upload your CV and complete the application explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. 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 an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged.For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme (if you meet all the essential criteria), this can be found on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/" target="_blank">application help</a> page. Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!

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Cemeteries and Bereavement Service Support Officer - Maldon District CouncilMaldon District CouncilPermanent, Full Time£30,600 - £32,489Location: MaldonClosing Date: 15/09/2025Location: This role provides remote and flexible working as well as working within the Council Offices, subject to business need.We offer flexibility and remote working, but please only apply if you're able to work regularly from our office.<h3>Description</h3>Cemeteries lay at the heart of our community, providing an essential service at the time of burial but holding a lifelong connection to loved ones too. At the heart of this service, we want to assist our residents throughout the entirety of their bereavement journey, we are therefore seeking a dynamic and focused individual to join us as a part of the Countryside &amp; Coast Team, focusing on the supporting all aspects of the cemetery and bereavement services within the districtYou will be required to ensure that burials and interments are carried out following existing policies and procedures. That legal requirements are met and that all matters are dealt with in an efficient and sensitive way.About this roleAs the Cemeteries &amp; Bereavement services Support Officer, you will be expected to:<ul>
<li>To assist in the legal and efficient burial or exhumation (in rare cases) of all deceased.</li>
<li>To ensure the keeping of accurate records and meeting statutory requirements of the Burial Act and, if required, to rectify any historical issues accordingly</li>
<li>To assist with memorial safety (training will be given), and all customer queries and questions.</li>
<li>To support the Cemeteries and Bereavement Services Team Leader in the management of external contractors. These may include funeral directors, Coroner's office, Registrar for deaths, grave diggers, stone masons, and various volunteer services.</li>
<li>To ensure operational delivery of tasks are delivered. This will include attending meetings at cemeteries and full days at the office to work alongside the wider team.</li>
<li>To support in the planning and delivery of projects associated with the service. </li>
<li>To understand regulations and legislation which are tightly controlled. </li>
<li>To support the long-term planning and production of service delivery plans including projects such as cemetery expansion plan(s), digitalisation of records.</li>
<li>To support the maintenance of sufficient financial records of transactions in accordance with the Council's Financial Regulations and Standing Orders.</li>
<li>To assist with external contractors and customers regarding specific needs and complaints with the ability to be able to resolve quickly and effectively. </li>
<li>Support wherever required to ensure the Councils cemeteries are maintained at the correct standards.</li>
</ul>We are particularly seeking applicants who have experience of working within a Cemetery service environment and dealing with members of the public in an appropriate manner.In order to carry out this role, you will need relevant qualifications/experience as listed within the Job Description.For an informal discussion about this positionFor more information or an informal discussion, please contact <a>Graham.brown@maldon.gov.uk</a> or call 07920756939 and read and download the <a href="https://www.maldon.gov.uk/download/downloads/id/20031/sd2354_-_cemeteries_bereavement_service_support_officer.pdf" target="_blank">job description</a>. To applyIf you would like to be considered for this role, we would love to hear from you. Please <a href="https://my.maldon.gov.uk/service/Application_for_Employment__non_DBS_" target="_blank">complete the online application form found here. </a>We are unable to accept CVs. Please note: All interview notifications will be sent via e-mail. Please ensure you provide an e-mail address so that we can make contact with you. If email is not suitable to you because of additional needs, please make us aware so we can support you through this process fairly on 01621 854477.Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to all applications. Therefore, should you not hear from us within 3 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful.

Cemeteries and Bereavement Service Support 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.
Apprentice Regulatory Compliance Officer x 2
Fixed Term Contract – 20 months.
About the Role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for two Regulatory Compliance Apprenticeships to join the Council's Housing Standards Team.
You will be training one day a week with Apprentices from across other Merseyside Council's and be shadowing staff for the remainder of the week to continue your learning in the field.
Over the course of your apprenticeship, you will develop the confidence to take on your own caseload of housing disrepair cases to resolve under the guidance of more senior officers.
About the candidate:
We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, keen to learn, and is customer focused whilst being a team player with confidence to work within a regulatory environment.
This is an area where legislation is changing to protect tenants in poor quality housing, and it could be the opportunity to start an interesting and rewarding career path for you.
Wirral Council offer ongoing career progression opportunities for those looking to develop their career in Housing Standards Enforcement in a supportive but fast paced environment.
For more information or an informal discussion regarding this vacancy, please contact Craig Charles, via email <a href="mailto:craigcharles@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">craigcharles@wirral.gov.uk</a>
Interviews to be held on 25th &amp; 26th September 2025.
If your skills, knowledge, or experience looks a little different from what we have identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you - as subject to the skills, knowledge, or experience levels within the candidate pool we may explore a traineeship for this role.
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 difference 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

Apprentice Regulatory Compliance Officer

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CV’s (unless specified on the advert).
Please fully complete the online application form.
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Do you have the ability to work with us to engage, influence, inform and inspire? Can you support your team and be part of shaping how we deliver services for adults with mental health problems? Then we’d welcome hearing from you!
We are in the process of recruiting for a new team manager to lead the social care service based at the South Sefton Neighbourhood Centre in Waterloo. This team consists of a team of social workers and social care practitioners. The successful candidate will also support the Mental Health Recovery Team based with the CMHT, who provide short-term reablement interventions.
The team is co-located with health colleagues in Merseycare and contributes towards the multi-disciplinary care and support of those with severe and enduring mental health problems in South Sefton.
We need an experienced professional to fill this role and bring passion, creativity and care to a really fantastic team seeking guidance, support and leadership. You should have an excellent understanding of the Care Act and mental health legislation such as the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and DOLS. You will be responsible for key decision making and given the freedom to develop your staff creatively.
You will receive excellent support from your service manager and the wider leadership team.
If you are interested and would like to discuss the role further, then please contact Mary Helsby (Service Manager) on 07800917481
Who are we?
Sefton is a diverse and exciting local authority that is on a journey of aspiration and ambition as it works towards delivering its exciting Sefton 2030 Vision. This journey is shared with our partners and communities as we strive to ensure Sefton is a confident and connected Borough.
Sefton as a Place to Live and Work
Boasting 22 miles of stunning coastline, Sefton is a leading coastal tourist destination with a flourishing visitor economy. Spanning the busy Port of Liverpool, the famous Antony Gormley’s ‘Another Place’ installation, attractive beaches and dunes, to the resort town of Southport, the diversity of the Borough provides a unique mix of urban and natural setting.
This is a diverse and exciting Borough where people can enjoy a great work-life balance. With excellent transport links, Sefton is well placed for accessing cities across the Northwest, including Liverpool, Manchester and areas such as the Wirral, Halton and Knowsley.
This is an exciting time to come and work with us. We want to hear from people who possess drive and passion. We need committed Social Workers to support our development, improvement plans and outcomes for vulnerable adults in our community.
Our Vision and Journey so far….
Sefton Adult Social Care have high aspirations for the service to work with our most vulnerable residents to complete excellent person-centred and high-quality assessments, the outcomes of which will positively impact on well-being and support people to live healthier lives. We are in the process of expanding our early intervention and prevention offer to our residents, using innovative approaches and the latest technological solutions. Sefton Adult Social Care have an ethos of coproducing and codesigning services with our residents and stakeholders to ensure they meet the needs of our service users whilst ensuring that we respect people’s dignity, rights, and choices. As a service we recognise the importance of increasing choice enabling people to have control over their lives, and we are committed to improving outcomes and maximising independence of our service users.
What we require from you:
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<li>Social Work Degree or equivalent Social Work Qualification</li>
<li>Current registration with Social Work England</li>
<li>High aspirations to improve the lives our most vulnerable residents</li>
<li>Exceptional knowledge of the Care Act</li>
<li>Ability to manage your own workload and to work independently as well as in a team.</li>
<li>Ability to make person centred, complex decisions, using evidence-based tools and analysis.</li>
<li>Ability to provide management and supervision for qualified and unqualified workers and promote their development and high standards of practice.</li>
<li>Ability to understand and demonstrate a commitment to equality and diversity.</li>
<li>Ability to effectively undertake partnership working with all our stakeholders and further develop these relationships.</li>
<li>Commitment to your own personal development and professional growth.</li>
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Our offer to you
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<li>To be part of an established, caring, and welcoming team</li>
<li>Manageable caseloads</li>
<li>Access to good quality, monthly, reflective supervision</li>
<li>A comprehensive induction programme</li>
<li>A wide variety of career progression routes bespoke to individual training and development needs as identified in annual PDRs</li>
<li>Partnership with Research in Practice, providing access to online webinars, podcasts and materials linked to the latest research and policy updates to support your CPD and inform evidence-based reports</li>
<li>28 days annual leave rising to 33 days after 5 years continual service plus 8 bank holidays</li>
<li>Enhanced sick pay, maternity/adoption leave pay and maternity support leave schemes.</li>
<li>Excellent pension scheme.</li>
<li>Opportunities for agile/flexible working</li>
<li>Access to free eye tests and where appropriate, contribution towards spectacles</li>
<li>Discounted gym membership with all Active Sefton gyms</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Access to local benefits and discounts on products and services</li>
<li>Hybrid working e.g. the ability to work from home or office for some part of the working week</li>
<li>Occupational Health Service available to advise on work related health issues.</li>
<li>Commitment to supporting your emotional and mental health with access to a free and confidential employee counselling service</li>
<li>Assistance with relocation if eligible.</li>
<li>Access to our Professional Practice Forum</li>
</ul>
How to apply
Please apply online via the link provided.&nbsp;
Please note, we do not accept CV’s (unless specified on the advert).
Closing date 09/10/2025
Interviews to be held in person on: Thursday 16th October 2025.

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council

Team Manager - Adult Mental Health South

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About us at Hounslow
We’d love you to join us at the London Borough of Hounslow! Our people are deeply committed to providing excellent services to our residents, doing all we can to make lives as good as they can be.
We are an outstanding council, serving an outstanding borough. With brilliant, visionary leadership, a dynamic Cabinet and a can-do culture, we’ve built strong partnerships which have transformed how we serve one of London’s most diverse boroughs. Hounslow is the world in one place and full of potential. We are stepping up for our residents like never before.
About our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We live by five core values: Lead with Heart, Do New, Pass on the Power, Harness the Mix and Be a Rock. All our work has equality, diversity and inclusion at its very heart, best articulated in “Harness the Mix”. It's about breaking down barriers between our parts and people and unlocking the problem-solving power of our amazing mix of minds. We serve a diverse community, we have a diverse workforce and we are committed to being an inclusive employer.
We work hard to create representation across our workforce and leadership community, we have thriving employee network groups and our learning and development programmes help us lead, model and breathe ways of working that eliminate inequality, inequity, injustice and bias.
As part of this and under our commitments as a Disability Confident Employer, we make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates. There’s space for you to tell us what you need within our application form.
Our Benefits
<a href="https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/info/20037/working_for_the_council" target="_blank">If you join us, you’ll have access to a range of employee benefits.&nbsp; Read more about these here.</a>
About The Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Homelessness, Independence and Preventative Services which adopts a preventative approach across the housing, health and social care agendas. You must be professional, energetic and enthusiastic as we are interested in what you can bring to help us improve and develop our services to support some of our most vulnerable residents. We are looking for someone to work in housing allocations to allocate council properties and to provide nominations to Registered Providers.
You are highly organised to allocate permanent council accommodation and nominate to Registered Providers to ensure properties are let as soon as practicably possible. You will carry out viewings and sign-up new tenancies, taking account of individual customer needs. You provide information, advice and support with moving arrangements including advice and assistance regarding benefits and access to financial support.
You will engage with our service users via a combination of customer facing contact via telephone and email, ensuring customer records are accurate and up to date at all times. You are highly motivated to to promote our service and actively participate in developing service improvement across the Homelessness, Independence and Preventatives Services. You will work collaboratively across the service and with other professionals to achieve individual outcomes for residents while supporting the shared goals of the council.
About The Team You’ll Be Working In
This is an exciting and busy role in the Allocations team. The service is developing and progressing our agenda to reduce the use of temporary accommodation and achieve more upstream prevention outcomes.
1.You are a frontline professional delivering a first class, modern and flexible service to some of the most vulnerable people in the Borough. You are outcome focussed and seek to achieve successful outcomes by implementing bespoke solutions to complex problems.
2.You will carry out allocations, viewings, lettings and nominations to minimise void times, ensuring adherence to the Council’s Allocations Policy and associated procedures.
3.Ensure shortlisted applicants are verified prior to offer of nomination, in particular, relation to eligibility, priority band and date, household composition, property criteria and affordability, identifying potential fraudulent applications and assist with reviews of offers to determine whether they are suitable, preparing evidence that may be used in legal proceedings.
4.Provide accurate information and advice on waiting times, rehousing prospects and alternative housing options, such as downsizing, mutual exchange and Seaside and Country Homes.
5.You will be working in a service that makes a real difference to the lives of people who are homeless or at risk of losing their housing.
6.You will work collaboratively with your colleagues and partner agencies to contribute to the effective delivery of the integrated preventative service across housing, health and social care, avoiding escalation to higher level and crisis service provision where applicable.
7.Assist with training of staff regarding the Housing Allocations process and rehousing process and support project work and new initiatives, including customer satisfaction surveys, assisting to identify and implement service improvements.
8.Work effectively in a changeable environment to achieve targets and service objectives with competing priorities, while assisting to continuously improving our service offer to residents to meet changing needs and integrate digital solutions.
9.Keep up to date with key legislation, policies and procedures, and maintain an awareness of issues that can cause legal, reputational and financial risks to the council, escalating issues so that action to mitigate or prevent risks arising can be taken, to ensure value for money service delivery.
About You
You have extensive knowledge and experience of the Housing Act 1996 (as amended) and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, working with vulnerable people, and experience of working in multi-disciplinary housing teams and work involving complex needs and diverse client groups and an expert knowledge of homelessness and associated legislation.
1.You have experience of working in a customer orientated environment involving complex and diverse client groups and can understand and apply relevant legislation in your day-to-day work, including housing allocations, homelessness and welfare benefits, while effectively managing customer expectations. 2.You are a great communicator who engages effectively with a broad range of people, including applicants, colleagues, and elected members, to motivate, influence, negotiate and persuade and achieve multi-disciplinary outcomes to meet wide ranging needs.
3.You act with integrity, take personal responsibility and handle stress effectively while maintaining high levels of motivation and enthusiasm to achieve successful corporate preventative outcomes, using proactive and creative solutions.
4.You work independently, proactively and flexibly, while being highly organised to prioritise conflicting demands.
5.You are a high performing individual who works collaboratively with others, adapting to meet a range of changing needs while achieving targets and service objectives and make the team the very best it can be
6.You can travel independently around the Borough to visit properties and meet other professionals in community settings.
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<li>Are you passionate about customer services? • Are you an experienced homelessness professional? • Are you looking to working in a forward thinking and progressive housing department?</li>
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If the points above resonate with you, we would like to hear from you.
Essential for the Role
Basic DBS check is required for the role.
Read more about the role you will be doing in the Role Profile.
The key information you need about the role should be in the Role Profile, but if you have any further questions about the role, please contact:
Email: <a href="mailto:Janice.Roach@hounslow.gov.uk" target="_blank">Janice.Roach@hounslow.gov.uk</a>
Closing date - 25.09.2025
Interviews for this job will be held in the beginning of October 2025.

London Borough of Hounslow

Allocations Officer

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30 hours per week on annualised hours contract usually working a rota between 18 and 37 hours per week including weekends and evenings.Peak demand for service is during school holidays with no more than equivalent of 5 days leave to be taken in the summer holidays and no more than equivalent of 10 days leave to be taken in school holidays per leave year. The service is open Monday to Saturday. A limited amount of 6 day/week working is required to ensure rota cover. You may be working from any of our 6 Adventure playgrounds which are located between PO1 - PO6. Link to PYC website -<a href="https://www.pycportsmouth.co.uk/play" target="_blank">https://www.pycportsmouth.co.uk/play</a> What is the role all about?Are you passionate about creating unforgettable experiences for children and families?Join our dynamic team at a council-run Adventure Playground, where every day is packed with creativity, energy, and fun!As a Playground Activity Leader, you’ll be at the heart of the action - organising and delivering a wide range of exciting activities for children aged 6 to 13. From arts and crafts to sports, games, and imaginative play, you’ll help bring joy and adventure to every session.You’ll engage with children from diverse backgrounds, build positive relationships with families, and work closely with your teammates to create a welcoming, inclusive, and safe play environment. You’ll also play a key role in maintaining site safety and reporting any potential hazards.Beyond the day-to-day fun, you’ll support the development of the playground itself—helping a space that reflects the needs and voices of local children, all while following Portsmouth City Council’s policies and procedures.You will be organising and running activities for children aged 6 - 13 and families on a council run Adventure Playground. Activities include arts and crafts, games, sports and other creative activities. You will be engaging and communicating with children from varying backgrounds as well as interacting with their parents and your own colleagues.You will also be responsible for ensuring the sites are a safe environment for children to play in and report any potential dangers. You will be supporting the Adventure Playground staff team to develop the play facility having regard for the needs of local children and in line with PCC policies &amp; procedures.Who is the person?You need to:<ul>
<li>Be aged 16 or over as this is a requirement for the role.</li>
<li>Be able to relate to younger people aged 6 - 13 years. Previous experience working with children would be an advantage.</li>
<li>Be self-motivated and have enthusiasm to support physical and creative activities for children.</li>
<li>Be able to deal with conflict and work well under pressure.</li>
<li>Have good communication skills in talking to a wide range of people including children, parents, and colleagues.</li>
<li>The ability to provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the role.</li>
<li>Be a team player who can work in small teams effectively.</li>
<li>Demonstrate an understanding for Safeguarding children in this role.</li>
<li>Be aware of the relevant Health and Safety regulations.</li>
<li>Having a qualification in Play Work would be advantageous but not essential.10. Be flexible to work across all of the Council Adventure Playgrounds.</li>
</ul>When completing the application form, please thoroughly tailor your application to the 'Who is the Person' points with the use of examples from your experience. This is really important or you are likely not to be shortlisted. The full job profile is attached below.About Portsmouth City CouncilWhat we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a>Portsmouth City Council iscommittedto safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers tosharethiscommitment.DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures.Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800

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Please apply online via the link provided.



West Northamptonshire Council is a new large unitary council serving nearly half a million people, in settlements ranging from the historic town of Northampton (230,000) to the smallest hamlets, across 1,400km2 of attractive countryside. We have an ambitious transformation programme, providing services and assets to meet the needs of our communities in sustainable ways.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ensure that the Councils corporate properties and statutorily compliant and are being utilised correctly and take any necessary actions which may include enforcement so that visitors, employees and contractors are safe from harm.&nbsp;&nbsp;Ensure that any tenanted buildings commercial and housing outside of the HRA is safe and fit for occupation taking enforcement action when needed to ensure tenants are complying with their statutory and contractual duties.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;If you believe you can keep up with the pace and are looking for a new adventure then West Northamptonshire is the place to be.Our benefits We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:<ul>
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Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28&nbsp;days annual leave per year, 29&nbsp;days for senior managers (pro rata, depending on how many hours per week you work), plus bank holidays. An additional 5 days, linked to continuous service, and ability to purchase up to 6 weeks additional leave per year.</li>
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Cycle to Work scheme.&nbsp;</li>
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Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li>
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Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li>
<li>Car Lease scheme</li>
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Professional subscriptions / registration - if your job description requires that you are registered with or are&nbsp;a member of&nbsp;a professional body, WNC will pay for your professional subscription or membership fees</li>
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Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.</li>
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Ongoing training and development opportunities.</li>
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A variety of flexible working options to support your work/life balance, including full or part time, term time, 9-day fortnight, etc. (subject to business needs).</li>
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Our West Ways of Working&nbsp;– We want our workforce to thrive, and we equip our employees with the right technology to support hybrid and collaborative working, on or off site, depending on the role.</li>
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Making a difference - If you want to use your skills and experience with an organisation that are genuinely invested in making a difference, are committed to improving people's lives, and whose success has a direct impact on the wellbeing of your family, friends and people in your local area, then West Northamptonshire Council is the place for you.</li>
</ul>What will you be doing? You will be undertaking&nbsp;property inspections, monitor and report on compliance and assurance.Constructing specifications of work or services and commission works, inspections and testing to rectify any non-compliances. Creating&nbsp;professional technical reports and advice notes for a range of internal and external stakeholders particularly when taking enforcement action.&nbsp;Working with key stakeholders internal and external i.e. fire and rescue services and property estates to take enforcement action to protect from harm members of the public, employees and visitors from and ensure statutory (Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and other legislation) and contractual duties are being fulfilled.&nbsp;Working with internal colleagues i.e., Health and Safety and Education to take action against Council property occupants i.e. schools governing bodies, to ensure that buildings are compliant, operated safely, and those that hold statutory duties or have building responsibilities fulfil their duties.&nbsp;Providing&nbsp;professional (chartered member) competent advice and guidance to the Council regarding property assurance and compliance matters.&nbsp;Ensuring&nbsp;that the data and information that the Council holds regarding its property assets and their condition and compliance status is kept up to date at all times using the available data repositories and software.&nbsp;About you We are seeking a compliance engineer with either a mechanical or electrical&nbsp;background, someone who has experience of delivering compliance activity or has trade background, with a keen eye for detail, understanding of commercial issues.&nbsp;About us We're a new council, following one of the largest shake-ups in local government reform in recent history. As a new authority, we're embarking on an exciting journey to deliver exceptional services for our residents, customers and communities.Our vision at West Northamptonshire Council is 'to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive'. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.Hear more from Anna Earnshaw, our Chief Executive, about working for West Northants Council:&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU</a>At West Northants Council, it's about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.When potential is unlocked, talent thrives.Choose a career that offers you a true sense of achievement, fills you with pride and challenges you in a positive way, every day.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.Should you require the Job Description in another format or language, please contact: <a href="mailto:Careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a>

Building Compliance Officer

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Property Lawyer/ILEX/Licenced Conveyancers
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Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here. &nbsp;
The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.
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The Post
You will be one of a team of lawyers dealing with Residential Property Right to Buy matters. You will be able to demonstrate experience of residential property conveyancing transactions, Right to Buy and other related property matters will be your main area of work. You will have good drafting skills and an eye for detail as well as a good understanding to conveyancing law and practise. &nbsp;You will be able to conduct your caseload with minimum supervision and will be accustomed to working at pace in a busy team.&nbsp; We work collaboratively and flexibly and welcome applications from all members of the community. If you want to be part of our journey, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp; This post is classified as a flexible worker and requires 3 days office attendance a week. The Person
This role may suit someone wishing to move from a private law firm or charity sector to a career in local government. This is a great opportunity for a talented and ambitious professional to join a friendly, committed and highly regarded legal team to help deliver quality legal advice, as well as making a real contribution to the quality of life and sustainability of the borough. We are looking for a team player who is self-motivated &nbsp;and flexible with good communication skills. You will be required to work to tight timescales.&nbsp;
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Closing date: 2 October 2025 (23:59) &nbsp;
Additional Information&nbsp;
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Location: Civic centre and other locations from time to time

If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the "Apply Now" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still provide a supporting statement.


Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances. &nbsp;
The information we collect from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas and your data protection rights, can be found&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">here</a>.
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Brent has a positive approach to flexible working. &nbsp;
As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including “non-visible” disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@brent.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@brent.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;

Brent Council

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&nbsp;Whoberley Hall Primary is a happy, nurturing and thriving school, witha strong family ethos, in the West of the city. Our children receive a highquality education within an inclusive environment, where every child andmember of staff is valued for their individuality. We hold unconditionalpositive regard for all pupils at all times. &nbsp;What is the job role? Whoberley Hall is a small family school at the heart of its community.&nbsp;We are looking for a friendly, efficient and capable Admin Assistant. &nbsp;Who:• &nbsp; &nbsp;Understands the need of a small, busy school•&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Can follow instructions but also work independently• &nbsp; &nbsp;Is able to learn skills quickly Who are we looking for? We are looking for someone who is:•&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Able to greet visitors in a welcoming and friendly manner•&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Excellent spoken and written English skills•&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Confident and articulate telephone manor•&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Able to meet tight deadlines&nbsp;•&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Able to learn new skills quickly•&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Able to work independently and also follow instruction•&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;It would be advantageous to have some experience of&nbsp;using school MIS systems – though training will be provided Closing date: &nbsp; &nbsp;Friday 3rd October 2025Interview date: &nbsp; &nbsp;Friday 10th October 2025 Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

Administrative Assistant - Whoberley Hall Primary School

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Please note, we do not accept CV’s (unless specified on the advert).
Please fully complete the online application form.
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An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Adult Social Care Service within Sefton Council. Sefton are looking for a Social Worker for the North Team.
As a qualified social worker, you will contribute to the operational delivery of an effective Adult Social Care service as part of a team responsible for promoting the welfare of and continuously improving outcomes for individuals.
You will be responsible for delivering high quality assessments and support plans that address the needs of vulnerable people through the commissioning of individual packages of care, whilst managing the reputation of the Council.
We will offer robust supervision, opportunities for continuous professional development and a firm commitment to your personal development. This is an opportunity to work in a supportive, forward looking team with new developments on the horizon which encourage innovative and creative practice.
The successful candidate must be motivated and committed, with a range of skills and experience to strengthen established and developing teams.&nbsp; In exchange, we can offer:
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<li>A challenging opportunity for personal and professional development</li>
<li>Full support and supervision</li>
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<li>Pension scheme</li>
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Due to the nature of work the above post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and / or relevant care / safeguarding legislation and will only be appointed if a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure is obtained from the Criminal Records Bureau.
Applicants must be professionally qualified Social Workers and registered with the HCPC. The full list of criteria can be found within the person specification.
Closing Date - 02/10/25
Interview Date - W/C 13/10/25

Social Worker - Adult Social Care North

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We are excited and very pleased to be expanding the Coventry Statutory Assessment and Review Team (StART) to enable us to further develop and enhance the service provided to the families, schools and young people living in this vibrant, diverse city. Our Team is committed to working with families and partners to support and empower children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). We have responsibility for a range of important statutory educational work within Coventry. We are here to deliver the aspirational challenge set to us by young people with SEND and their families: ‘To Lift the Cloud of Limitation and enable them to enjoy an ordinary life’.Our passion and commitment was recognised by Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission (CQC) during our last Local Area SEND inspection, they commended our “genuine passion and commitment to get things right for children and young people with SEND and their families”; our respect for the “lived experiences of children and young people with SEND and their parents” and the “strong partnership between school settings and education service providers’.We value and welcome diverse perspectives and experiences as we strive to create an inclusive workplace culture which is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.Our Values are:<ul>
<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
</ul>What is the job role? To work within the Statutory Assessment and Review Team as an Education, Health and Care Plan Coordinator, contributing to the performance and effective delivery of the Local Authority’s Special Educational Needs Team. This includes:<ul>
<li>Being responsible for a caseload of pupils, supporting schools and other educational settings through the Education, Health and Care Assessment Process.</li>
<li>Attending annual reviews and transition reviews in schools and other educational settings, ensuring a ‘person-centred’ approach and parents/carers are fully involved throughout the process.</li>
<li>Producing high-quality EHCPs for children and young people across the 0-25 age range, ensuring compliance with the Children's and Families Act 2014 and the Equality Act 2010.</li>
<li>Responsible for coordinating and monitoring bespoke educational programmes for young people who benefit from an alternative educational programme.</li>
<li>Monitoring cases funded through personal budgets, reviewing outcomes and value for money</li>
</ul>You will be well supported, and there will be progression opportunities. Every role within the team is critical as it enables us to offer an excellent and cohesive service to the families and children of Coventry.All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).Who are we looking for? We are looking to recruit highly motivated, person-centred professionals who will be able to demonstrate valuable experience of working in an inclusive role where they have demonstrated their commitment to children and young people with additional need and have a good understanding of the 2014 SEND Reforms and the educational landscape. &nbsp;We are expanding our team, and one of these positions will be based within the Post 16 Team, so we would also welcome applications from the Post 16 and secondary sector.You will need to be resilient and able to manage a caseload of children and young people linked to schools in Coventry and the surrounding areas.This is a key role within Coventry’s Statutory Assessment and Review Service. You will need to be highly literate, an excellent communicator, able to prioritise work streams in a busy environment, able to work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders including families, children, young people, schools, colleges, health and social care.If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul>
<li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li>
<li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li>
<li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li>
</ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.Interview date:7th and 9th OctoberAbout Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and&nbsp;benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Education, Health and Care Plan Co-ordinator

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Please apply online. If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by emailing <a href="mailto:personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk" target="_blank">personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk</a>



This is an exciting time to join the planning team. Our track record in planning and development has delivered a progressive approach to growth and economic investment, balanced with preserving the heritage and natural quality of the Borough. We are currently experiencing significant interest in investment across the Borough which is resulting in a range of planning applications for new housing, commercial and employment development.
The Role:&nbsp;
As a Senior Planning Officer you will have the opportunity to become involved in varied and challenging casework focusing on larger housing and commercial applications, as well as providing support and advice to both colleagues in other departments and Elected Members to deliver the Council’s priorities. You will also be required to provide excellent pre-application advice to applicants, developers and architects.
Ideally you will have experience of not only managing a casework of challenging planning applications, but have also been involved in negotiating s106 agreements and presenting at Committees.&nbsp; Experience of hearings and public inquiry appeal work is also preferable.
The Council receives a broad variety of proposals across the Borough, with wide ranging opportunities for development, along with many high-level constraints providing interesting challenges for decision making.
Working for Tonbridge and Malling Council you’ll have easy access from London by train and have all that Kent can offer set in stunning countryside. You’ll also have the opportunity to develop your skills and experience within an organisation that prides itself on supporting its staff. We encourage staff to undertake vocational and technical training. In addition to learning &amp; development, we also offer many flexible working opportunities, including job share, flexi time, compressed hours and of course hybrid.
What we are looking for:
You should possess enthusiasm, be well motivated and have excellent communication skills. You should possess a relevant degree and an RTPI accredited Post Graduate Degree in Planning. Eligibility for membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) would also be desirable.
You must be able to demonstrate a high level of experience as a Planner working within a busy Development Management environment, have a high degree of autonomy, independently managing your own workload whilst positively engaging with the wider team and Borough Councillors.
Experience of acting as a witness at public inquiry would also be desirable.
Discover what it’s like to work at Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council and explore the benefits we offer by clicking here:&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.tmbc.gov.uk/council/working-us" target="_blank">Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council - Working for Us </a>
(Direct candidates only, strictly no agencies please)

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

Senior Planning Officer

About UsNorth Somerset Council is committed to providing high quality services to all our children in North Somerset and would like for someone who is able to engage with our culturally rich, diverse communities, to join our Family Wellbeing team and be part of children’s journey. The Family Wellbeing Team are responsible for providing early help support to families with children aged 0-19 years of age and to young people up to the age of 25 with Special Educational Needs or Disabilities (SEND)We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for children to be provided with the skills to support their best start in life.The Role North Somerset Council’s Family Wellbeing Service is looking for a dedicated and experienced Family Hub Community Connector to join our dynamic team. This is your chance to be part of a service that truly makes an impact.In this role, you will be providing front-line support where you will be the welcoming face of our Family Hubs, helping and empowering families to access the support they need and connecting them with services that make a real difference.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Acting as a bridge between families and services, offering a warm welcome and practical guidance.</li><li>Act as an advocate, recognising that each child’s journey is unique and shaped by their individual religious beliefs, faiths, values, and cultural backgrounds — and will embrace and share these differences with respect and understanding.</li><li>Engaging with families through outreach, especially those who may be isolated or unaware of available support.</li><li>Building strong relationships with community groups, professionals, and voluntary sector organisations.</li><li>Supporting co-production and co-design of services with families and communities.</li><li>Promoting inclusive access to services and encouraging self-referrals.</li><li>Helping shape the future of Family Hubs in North Somerset. </li></ul>This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.Work StyleAt North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:<ul><li>2-3 days in the office</li><li>Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.</li><li>Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for an individual who is passionate about supporting families and building stronger communities. If you’ve worked in fast-paced setting, thrive on building meaningful relationships with children and parents, and want to bring creativity and care to your work—we’d love to hear from you!We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities who possess the following skills and experience:<ul><li>A Level 3 qualification in a relevant field (e.g., health, wellbeing, youth work, community development).</li></ul><ul><li>Experience in family support, outreach, or community engagement.</li><li>Strong communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Confidence in working independently and collaboratively.</li><li>A flexible approach to working hours, including evenings and weekends.</li><li>A commitment to safeguarding, equality, and inclusion.</li></ul>Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Direct work with families: Experience in family support, youth work, social work, or community navigation.</li><li>Community engagement: Proven ability in outreach activities, building relationships with families and local organisations, and creatively addressing community issues.</li><li>Multi-agency collaboration: Experience working with local support services, community organisations, and professionals across sectors.</li><li>Cultural competence: Experience working with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.</li><li>Outcome evaluation: Familiarity with measuring and evaluating early help interventions.</li><li>Communication skills: Ability to communicate effectively.</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Public sector background: Experience in public services and case management.</li><li>Crisis intervention: Experience supporting families in challenging situations.</li><li>Training delivery: Experience in leading workshops or training programmes.</li><li>Behaviour change: Experience supporting individuals through change processes.</li></ul>What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes </li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <a href="https://heyzine.com/flip-book/e562fd773b.html" target="_blank">Benefits booklet</a>.How to ApplyIf you share our <a href="https://n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/jobs-training/vision-values" target="_blank">vision and values</a>and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact Laura Brain, Supporting Families Team Leader at <a href="mailto:laura.brain@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">laura.brain@n-somerset.gov.uk</a> or 07386963285 or Tracey Wells, Family Wellbeing Team Manager at <a href="mailto:tracey.wells@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">tracey.wells@n-somerset.gov.uk</a> or 07766366110.Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: Thursday 16 October 2025.Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.





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<h4> Job Description </h4>Overview We are seeking to recruit a full-time Education lawyer for the Adults Social Care, Employment, and Education team at HB Public Law (HBPL). You will undertake varied, high-quality work with like-minded and supportive colleagues who are committed to public service and excellent client care. HBPL is one of the country’s leading shared local authority legal practices between a number of Northwest London and out of London local authorities; it is Lexcel accredited, and we pride ourselves on delivering a high-quality service. Staff are employed by Harrow Council but work for several public sector clients About You The successful candidate will be required to carry a full caseload dealing with SEND Tribunal cases, advising and preparing responses for the Tribunal, and advising in respect of school admissions, exclusions and complaint matters, including LGSCO responses for Local authority clients and advising schools in respect of a variety of matters including exclusion matters and complaints. The candidate will also advise schools in respect of Governing Body Exclusion Panels and Independent Review Panels as well as separately advising panels from time to time You will be required to pick up a caseload from the outset. We will consider less experienced individuals with the right personal qualities and an excellent approach to client care who are able to grow into the role. Candidates from both the public and private sector are encouraged to apply for this position, as the practice’s current staff base is drawn from both sectors.There may be opportunities for the right candidate to develop knowledge in the Employment and Adult work within the teamThe closing date for all applications is Monday the 6th of October 2025. Related Documents For more information, please refer to <a href="https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=19792&amp;hashed=1219853481" target="_blank">Role Profile/ Selection Criteria</a><h4>About us</h4> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.<h4>Other information</h4> Support for candidates visit:<a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&amp;categoryId=210277" target="_blank">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11" target="_blank">below G11</a> and <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11" target="_blank">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council" target="_blank"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a><h4>Important Note</h4> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice" target="_blank">equality statement</a>. As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting <a href="www.cifas.org.uk/fpn">www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a> 





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Harrow Council

Lawyer / Senior Lawyer –Education, Adults Social Care, and Employment

<h4> Job Description </h4>Overview London Borough of Harrow is looking to recruit a Child Protection Chair/Independent Reviewing Officer to chair multi-disciplinary child protection conferences. The post holder will be responsible for chairing both Children Looked After (CLA) statutory reviews, as well as Child Protection (CP) Conferences, in addition to ensuring that care plans, child protection plans and timescales reflect the needs of each individual childYou will need to effectively develop practice and provide leadership in driving forward improvements in the quality of multi-agency child protection and looked after planning. Furthermore, you will need knowledge of best practice in working with children and families to ensure that child protection plans are robust, evidence based, and outcome focused. Highly analytical with sound knowledge of relevant legislation, you will also play a central role in monitoring the effectiveness of multi-agency safeguarding practice as well as providing support and advice to Children's Services colleagues.We are seeking someone who can work closely with other Child Protection and Children Looked After Chairs in evaluating and quality assuring social care practice within the Local Authority. You will be asked to lead on agreed safeguarding projects. About You To be successful in this role you would need to have the below skills &amp; experience:<ul><li>Monitoring quality of care and planning for both Child Protection and Children Looked After.</li><li>Contribute to policy making and producing procedures or guidance.</li><li>Monitoring standards and outcomes for Child Protection Plans and Children Looked After.</li><li>Case auditing and reporting areas of strengths and areas for improvement to staff and managers.</li><li>To contribute to the rolling programme of inducting and training of staff in respect to Child Protection Conferences and Children Looked After processes.</li></ul> Related Documents For more information, please refer to the <a href="https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=11717&amp;hashed=1545848446" target="_blank">Role Profile/Selection Criteria</a><h4>About us</h4> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.<h4>Other information</h4> Support for candidates visit:<a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&amp;categoryId=210277" target="_blank">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11" target="_blank">below G11</a> and <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11" target="_blank">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council" target="_blank"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a><h4>Important Note</h4> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice" target="_blank">equality statement</a>. As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. 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Child Protection Chair/Independent Reviewing Officer

Housing is seeking to appoint an Assistant Contract Manager. Who can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role. You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs. You will be required to assist a team of technical officers (Compliance Project Manager, Asset inspector, Project Managers, Voids, Repairs and Planned works Surveyors) to ensure the successful operational and contractual delivery of the HRA’s repairs, planned works, compliance and voids work streams Liaise with stakeholders in a way that promotes the One Medway Council Plan and embeds our values and behaviours.Accountabilities and outcomes: • To manage property alteration requests and to liaise with Technical Officers regarding inspections. This could include undertaking site visits as and when required • To undertake low level inspections relating to minor repairs as and when required. • You will attend estate inspections and big door knocks as and when required. • To review and administer any extension of time requests received and ensure they are processed in line with contractual requirements and deadlines. • To work closely with contractors and monitor the quality and quantity of work undertaken, always ensuring contract compliance (including a range of specialist contracts). To utilise specialist computer software to comprehensively administer works’ orders. Medway Council Job Profile • Ensure that pre and post inspection of repairs, compliance, planned works, new builds and voids are carried out to target. Ensure that quotes for non-Schedule of Rate works are obtained in line with council procedures.• To assist with the monitoring of repairs, compliance, planned and capital works budgets and administering invoices as and when required.• Monitor and manage the no access procedure for repairs, planned and capital works in conjunction with the HRA’s RLO. • To assist thew HRA Property Services Coordinator with investigating customer complaints and member enquiries appropriately and within in agreed published timescales.• Attend residents’ meetings as required.• Represent Housing Services at meetings with contractors, consultants, internal teams and services and external peers as and when required. • Ensure the service is delivered to the highest possible level of standard to tenants and leaseholders, developing partnered principles as appropriate. • Assist, as necessary, with the preparation, in consultation with budget managers, the monthly monitoring returns for Capital, Planned and Revenue budgets ensuring these are recorded accurately and liaise with the Managers to achieve this.• To participate in Tenant Participation initiatives in those instances when housing maintenance and improvement is pertinent and to maintain a high profile with residents’ groups in a leadership role.• To assist with the compilation of Leaseholder charges as a result of planned works and section 20. If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please call Lee Deacon on <a href="mailto:lee.deacon@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">lee.deacon@medway.gov.uk</a> Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C. When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached. The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview. Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A. Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileFor further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Medway Council

This is Medway

Assistant Contracts Manager

Are you passionate about improving school attendance and ensuring every child receives their full educational entitlement? Medway Council is seeking a dedicated and proactive Attendance Officer to join our dynamic Attendance Team.<h4>About the Role</h4>As an Attendance Officer, you will:<ul><li>Liaise with families, schools, and partner agencies to promote regular school attendance and ensure children receive their full educational entitlement.</li><li>Support schools in improving attendance through advice, guidance, and enforcement, including statutory responsibilities such as issuing penalty notices and preparing cases for court proceedings.</li><li>Deliver elements of Medway’s traded attendance service, providing bespoke support to schools and academies to improve attendance outcomes.</li><li>Conduct home visits and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure access to full-time education.</li><li>Uphold safeguarding responsibilities and contribute to the delivery of a high-quality, compliant attendance service.</li></ul><h4>What We’re Looking For</h4>We’re seeking someone who is:<ul><li>Qualified in education or a related field, with a full driving licence and access to a vehicle.</li><li>Knowledgeable about school attendance legislation, safeguarding frameworks, and the challenges faced by vulnerable learners.</li><li>Experienced in working with children, families, and education settings, with strong IT and communication skills.</li><li>Resilient and organised, with a solution-focused mindset and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.</li></ul><h4>Why Join Us?</h4><ul><li>Hybrid working with flexibility across council offices, family hubs, and community settings.</li><li>Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional development.</li><li>Meaningful work that directly impacts the lives of children and families in Medway.</li><li>Commitment to values aligned with the One Medway Council Plan and our core behaviours.</li></ul><h4>Ready to Apply?</h4>If you're ready to take on a rewarding role that makes a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Christine Clarke or Nina Malone 01634 337310Interview date: Wednesday 22 October 2025In return we will offer you: <ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li></ul>Our organisation:Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.Important Information-Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileEqual Opportunities Commitment StatementMedway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.<ul></ul>

Attendance Officer 

Chief ExecutiveSalary: £172,900 to £186,038Inspire our vision. Drive our future. Make Halton thrive.Our Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports. Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’.Your Impact:As our Chief Executive, you will be the driving force behind our future – ensuring Halton continues to be a place where people want to live, work, invest and visit. You will:<ul><li>Inspire and lead a talented workforce with strategic direction, clarity, ambition and purpose.</li></ul><ul><li>Advise and support the Leader of the Council, Executive Board, and Members with clarity and purpose.</li></ul><ul><li>Champion innovation and collaboration, building on strong partnerships across the Liverpool City Region, Cheshire &amp; Warrington, and national government.</li><li>Deliver transformation and foster a high-performing organisational culture that is aligned with the Council’s vision, values, and corporate priorities. </li></ul>Your contributions:We’re looking for a leader with vision, resilience and proven senior experience. Someone who can bring people together, navigate complexity, and turn ambition into delivery. You’ll be as comfortable building trusted relationships with regional leaders as you are motivating frontline colleagues. Above all, you’ll share our passion for making a tangible difference in people’s lives.For more information about this exciting opportunity, read our candidate information pack <a href="https://www3.halton.gov.uk/Documents/Recruitment/00436%20CX%20Recruitment%20Pack%20(92025).pdf" target="_blank">here</a> Our Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance of 44 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development </li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites </li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme.</li><li>Essential Monthly Car User Allowance</li></ul>Next Steps:At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you are ready to take on one of the most rewarding leadership roles in local government, and help shape the next chapter of Halton’s story – we’d love to hear from you.For a confidential discussion with a Penna consultant please contact:<ul><li>Pete John on 07701 305617 or <a href="mailto:Pete.john@penna.com" target="_blank">Pete.john@penna.com</a></li><li>Julie Towers on 07764 791736 or <a href="mailto:Julie.towers@penna.com" target="_blank">Julie.towers@penna.com</a> </li></ul> Closing date: Sunday 5th October 2025Assessment Centre: Thursday 23rd and Friday 24th October 2025Appointments Committee Final Interviews: Thursday 27th NovemberAt Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a> Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!





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Halton Borough Council

Halton Borough Council's Plan

Chief Executive

Our Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’. Our Team:We have an opportunity for a Senior Independent Domestic Violence Advocate to join the Halton Domestic Abuse TeamOur team ensures responsive, high-quality, and effective IDVA service delivery in supporting victims of domestic abuse.We provide case management support for victims of domestic abuse, working with clients at highest risk as part of a high-quality frontline service that operates within a multi-agency framework.We support individuals by navigating multi-agency responses to meet wide-ranging needs and liaising with appropriate agencies, including participating in the Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC). Hours: 37 per week Monday – FridayPlease be aware that the successful applicant will be required to work unsociable hours, including evenings and weekends. Your Contributions:Do you want to make a difference every day supporting and advocating on behalf of domestic abuse victims and contribute to change &amp; improvement for those who need it?Do youhave the relevant qualifications and extensive experience of working with people experiencing domestic abuse,( either in a paid or voluntary capacity) and the ability to work effectively to reduce the harm caused by domestic abuse and improve outcomes for victims and their dependents we would love to hear from you.As aSenior Independent Domestic Violence Advocate you will::<ul><li>Provide Case management support for victims of domestic abuse, working with clients at the highest risk as part of a high-quality frontline service that operates within a multi-agency framework?</li><li>Support individuals by navigating multi-agency responses to meet wide-ranging needs, liaising with appropriate agencies and participating in the Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC)?</li><li>Offer leadership and supervisory support in crisis situations—guiding and supporting staff, adhering to risk management protocols, safeguarding practices, and promoting effective information sharing?</li><li>Fulfil the role of an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA), working with Halton clients at high and medium risk of serious harm, supporting victims to access services while ensuring the safety of both clients and their dependents remains central to all responses and multi-agency approaches?</li></ul>As this role involves regular travel across the borough and sometimes further afield, a driving license and access to a vehicle are essential requirements. Where appropriate, reasonable adjustments will be made in accordance with the provisions of the Equality Act.Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development </li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites </li><li>Flexible working arrangements </li><li>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme.</li></ul>Next Steps:At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Gemma Lawford@ <a href="mailto:gemma.lawford@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">gemma.lawford@halton.gov.uk</a> Interviews will take place on 08th October 2025 At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible.We look forward to receiving your application! 





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