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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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An exciting opportunity has arisen in Sefton Council to appoint a 36-hour permanent role for a Crematorium Operative in Sefton Bereavement Services Team.
The role sits in the Bereavement Services Team, within In House Operational Services based in Thornton Garden of Rest/Southport Crematorium.
As part of the team in this role you will be responsible for all cremation duties of the deceased as well as chapel duties and maintenance works, customer and deceased care, and memorial queries throughout the year and ensuring that due care and attention to detail is at the highest standards in line with Sefton Council policies and the Job Description.
As a Crematorium Operative you will be tasked with ensuring safety is always monitored and any issues reported to be resolved immediately as well the process of undertaking the cremation of the deceased is dignified and respectful at all times. 14 hours per month contractual overtime will also be paid to cover out of hours duties of the service where required.
The Crematoria service undertakes circa 2400 cremations per annum as well as 600 burials per annum and provides a high-quality service to the bereaved.
This is an exciting time to join Bereavement Services at Sefton as the service is now on a journey to become more digitally friendly and provide a more modern funeral service to the people of Sefton and surrounding areas.
Closing Date - 23/01/2026
Provisional Interview Date - 30/01/2026

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council

Sefton Council LGA Peer Review - 2022

Crematorium Operative – Thornton and Southport Crematoria

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.

The Housing and Homelessness Service is a very busy&nbsp;environment  and&nbsp;faces several challenges to meet the&nbsp;housing needs of citizens of Coventry.&nbsp;&nbsp;The team have grown significantly during the last 12 months and this reflects the fact that Housing &amp; Homelessness are now a key council priority.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The&nbsp;team&nbsp;are responsible for the delivery of the following service functions:&nbsp;

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	Provision of the&nbsp;statutory homeless service&nbsp;
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	Provision of&nbsp;temporary&nbsp;accommodation&nbsp;
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	Management of the&nbsp;housing register&nbsp;
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	Co-ordination of support to citizens&nbsp;rough sleeping&nbsp;
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	Commissioning of homeless services,&nbsp;and&nbsp;&nbsp;
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	Responsibility for housing&nbsp;strategy&nbsp;&nbsp;
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The&nbsp;Council has a strategic vision that is clearly set out in both the Housing &amp; Homelessness and the Rough Sleeping Strategies&nbsp;which were both approved in 2019.&nbsp;
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:

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	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
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What is the job role? An exciting opportunity has arisen within Coventry City Council’s Housing &amp; Homelessness Service.As a Choice Based Lettings Officer, you will assess housing applications to the General Housing Register- Coventry Homefinder,&nbsp; in line with the Council’s Allocations Policy. You will be a self motivated, adaptable team player with a strong focus on delivering excellent customer service and supporting service improvement.Key duties include:<ul><li>Assessing housing applications in line with policy</li><li>Engaging with customers to gather information and provide advice</li><li>Completing a range of administrative tasks</li><li>Working collaboratively to meet service and performance objectives</li></ul>For full details, please see the attached job description.&nbsp;This post is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.Who are we looking for? We are looking for someone who&nbsp;<ul><li>Has strong organisational skills and the initiative to prioritise their own workload</li><li>Has a flexible approach</li><li>Has IT skills sufficient to access and interpret information</li><li>Has experience of dealing with a wide range of people in order to handle and resolve enquiries</li><li>Cares about delivering an excellent service to every internal and external customer</li></ul>Previous experience in Housing and Allocations is desirable but not essential.For informal enquiries please contact <a href="mailto:caroline.darwin@coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">caroline.darwin@coventry.gov.uk</a>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.Since April 2020, the Housing &amp; Homelessness Service has been delivered remotely and this will continue in line with current Government Guidance.Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted will be invited to interviews that will be held &nbsp;on 17/02/2026 About 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>

Choice Based Lettings Officer

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Maternity Cover 12 Months –&nbsp; Full Time&nbsp;
Location: Lynton House
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Family Group Conference (FGC) Co-ordinator in the Family Resource Service. &nbsp;You will be working with families who are involved with Family Help Services including statutory services.&nbsp;You will need&nbsp;to have&nbsp;knowledge and experience of working with families who have experienced trauma which could stem from multiple areas including domestic abuse, substance use, abuse (physical, emotional and sexual) and mental health. You will need to have a good understanding of other variable factors that impact upon families including the impact of poverty and discrimination and demonstrate an ability to be creative in supporting families with drawing upon their own strengths, balanced with support from a wide range of other agencies.&nbsp;
As an FGC Co-ordinator you will be motivated to promote the voice of the child/young person and will be able to demonstrate use of best practice principles to enable families to engage in order to provide high quality meetings and plans, which support the family with producing a safe and sustainable solution to safeguarding the child/young person. You will be able to demonstrate an ability to be creative and to keep children and their families at the heart of the meeting and be able to work positively and effectively with other agencies supporting the families referred to the service.&nbsp;
To apply for this post please visit <a href="http://www.redbridge.gov.uk/jobs" target="_blank">www.redbridge.gov.uk/jobs</a> or copy the following link into your browser:&nbsp;
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All short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK.

We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment and welcome applications from qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, colour, race, religion, or belief.

London Borough of Redbridge

Family Group Conference Co-ordinator

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To apply for this vacancy, click the “Apply Online” link.
If you are not already on Waverley Borough Council's website for this vacancy, you will be redirected to our website's jobs page.&nbsp; Either click "Apply Online" at the bottom of this page, or at the top left hand side under Waverley Borough Council click either the "Log in" button (if you are already registered) or the "Register" button.
You will be redirected to the JobsGoPublic system, which manages our online recruitment process. Once you have registered with JobsGoPublic (which is free to use) you can log in to your application at any time and keep track of where you are in the recruitment process.&nbsp;&nbsp;
If you are unable to use this service or would like assistance, please contact us via <a href="mailto:hr@waverley.gov.uk" target="_blank">hr@waverley.gov.uk</a> or call the Human Resources team on 01483 523388.



We are looking for a reliable and calm Evening Security and Caretaker to support the safety, security and smooth running of our central offices, annexe building and Borough Hall during evening hours.
This is an important role that helps ensure our buildings remain safe, well-presented and welcoming for staff, members and the public.
Working largely independently during evening shifts, you will oversee building security, respond effectively to emergencies, and support evening meetings and events. You’ll also liaise with colleagues such as the evening receptionist and cleaning staff to ensure high standards are maintained.
The most important qualities for this role are:
* Ability to work confidently both alone and as part of a team, following verbal and written instructions and using initiative when required
* Calm and effective response in emergencies, including security incidents, fire or lift evacuations
* Commitment to maintaining safe, well-presented buildings, with a strong focus on customer care and professionalism
This is a part time role working Monday and Friday from 5pm to 9pm.&nbsp;
Experience in a similar caretaking or security role, and confidence in lone working, will be an advantage. Training will be provided where required.
For more information or an informal discussion around the role please contact Iwona Kapciak on&nbsp;
<a href="mailto:Iwona.kapciak@waverley.gov.uk" target="_blank">Iwona.kapciak@waverley.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
&nbsp;Advert closing date - 26th January 2026 at 9am
Interview date - 3rd February 2026
We do not accept CVs without a completed application form.&nbsp;
In return for your valued contribution, we can offer you a competitive benefits package which includes hybrid working and agile working policies, training and development opportunities, generous annual leave and flexi time, free onsite parking, an employee assistance scheme and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. You can find out more about working at Waverley and our benefits by visiting -&nbsp;<a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">Working at Waverley Borough Council | Waverley Borough Council</a>
The district is home to many different people, and we want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences -&nbsp;we are a Disability Confident employer and appoint on merit. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility&nbsp;<a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">here</a>
We are proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving or ex-members of the armed forces and their partners. We offer and interview scheme for serving and ex-military forces members when they meet the essential criteria for the role. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility&nbsp;<a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">here</a>
Please note we do not accept applications after the stated closing time and right to work in the UK will be checked as part of the interview process.

Evening Caretaker

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Surrey Heath Borough Council is committed to safer recruitment and equality of opportunity in employment and service delivery and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. If you are unable to apply online for reasons of disability, please call 01276 707126 to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be made to accommodate your individual requirements.
Please note:
All successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks in line with BPSS guidelines, which includes standard identification, referencing and unspent conviction checks. Surrey Heath Borough Council undertakes not to discriminate unfairly against any subject of a disclosure on the basis of conviction or other information revealed.
For the best chance of successful application, please read the Job Description and Personal Specification fully before applying for this vacancy as it contains information you will need to refer to when applying. We do not accept CV’s submitted without a fully completed application form. To reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. If you choose to submit your CV with your application form we request that you remove all your personal details before uploading your CV. This will ensure that Managers cannot see your personal details when completing their shortlist. &nbsp;If you have not heard from the council within 4 weeks of the closing date you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful. All unsuccessful applications will be removed and confidentially disposed of 6 months after the closing date.
If you have any further enquiries please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@surreyheath.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@surreyheath.gov.uk</a> or telephone 01276 707126.
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Grade &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; SH 03
Contract&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 12 Month Fixed Term Contract 
Hours&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 37 per week (4 on 4 off rota, including weekends)
Location&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Main Square Car Park, Camberley
Join Surrey Heath Borough Council and be part of an organisation who is committed to delivery through meaningful community engagement and excellent customer service. We have a friendly and supportive staff culture with people who want to help make a real difference in our community for everyone that lives and works here. We welcome a culture of innovation and creativity by welcoming new ideas from everyone.
About the Role
We are seeking a strong individual to bring excellent customer service and high standards to our car parking service. Working across the Borough and within a busy operations office, you will help keep our multi-storey and surface car parks running smoothly, providing excellent customer care under sometimes demanding situations and enforcing parking regulations in our car parks.
You will provide direct customer care from our Main Square car park office either by phone, intercom or face to face. Full training will be given on our ICT systems, payment systems and pay stations. You will also be expected to provide information on car park related matters to the public throughout your role.
About You
You will be self-confident, have excellent customer facing skills, be practical and presentable, have a current driving license to carry out mobile patrols and hold the relevant qualification (Civil Enforcement Officer Level 2) or be experienced in the knowledge of parking legislation, equipment and enforcement.
Additional Information
Benefits 
We are committed to providing a healthy work life balance for our employees, with hybrid working and other flexible working arrangements on offer. A laptop and mobile phone will be provided for your role if applicable. We offer a generous benefits package including a minimum of 170 hours’ annual leave rising to 207 hours after 5 years’ service, plus Bank Holidays, a generous local government pension scheme, free parking for all employees and payment of a professional membership fee. As well as subsidised gym membership at our local Places Leisure Centre and great savings from supermarkets, shopping, cycle to work schemes and holidays via the My Staff Shop scheme.
Closing date:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Sunday 25th January 2026
Interview date: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; tbc Early February
Contact details
For an informal discussion, please contact Alan Burns, Parking Services Manager on (+44) 01276707479, <a href="mailto:alan.burns@surreyheath.gov.uk" target="_blank">alan.burns@surreyheath.gov.uk</a>
Our Commitment
Surrey Heath Borough Council is committed to equality of opportunity in employment and service delivery and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.
NO AGENCY CALLS PLEASE

Surrey Heath Borough Council

Civil Enforcement Officer

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, CV applications will only be accepted alongside a completed personal and monitoring information online application form.



Applicants who have applied for the Day/Night Electrician position within the past 12 months are kindly asked not to reapply at this time.
About the Role
If you're seeking a hands-on role where your work has a real impact across the Liverpool City Region – and you appreciate a shift pattern that supports a better work-life balance – this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
An exciting opportunity has become available to join the Maintenance Delivery team as a Day/Night Team Electrician at our Asset Management depot in Wallasey. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team responsible for maintaining some of Liverpool City Region’s key and historic assets such as Kingsway and Queensway tunnels and other key transport infrastructure across the region.
As part of the team operating on a rotating Day/Night shift schedule, you’ll be tasked with carrying out planned electrical maintenance and responding to emergency/reactive works across the Mersey Tunnels and wider estate. You’ll work closely with your team to deliver maintenance and installation projects under the supervision of a Team Leader and the Principal Officer - Works Delivery.
About the shift pattern
This role comes with a 3-week rotating shift pattern designed to offer flexibility and a better work-life balance, with the bonus of no Friday afternoon or Friday night shifts!
Day Shifts (3 weeks):
•‍ Monday to Thursday: 07:30 – 15:30
•‍ Friday: 07:30 – 12:30
Night Shifts (3 weeks):
•‍ Monday to Thursday: 21:30 – 06:15 (no Friday night working)

About the person
We’re looking for a qualified industrial electrician with experience in installing and maintaining 3-phase equipment and associated controls. You’ll have a solid technical understanding and the ability to interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
A full UK driving licence is essential, as is a proactive attitude, strong teamwork skills, and alignment with our core values of LCR First, Respect, and Action Focus.
If you think you match the job description, and our values, then click on the link to apply. 
Please ensure that you provide clear examples and evidence in your application of how you meet the below key essential criteria. The information you provide in your application will be used for shortlisting.
1. Experience of both installation and maintenance of electrical apparatus and systems
2. Experience of installing and maintaining 3 phase motors, pumps and associated controls
3. Ability to read technical drawings
Please highlight how you meet the remaining essential criteria outlined in the person specification within your CV.
About the organisation
The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing - growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.
The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK - investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. Our vision is for the Liverpool City Region to be: The best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business - where no-one is left behind.

Staff benefits 
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<li>•‍ Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%</li>
<li>•‍ Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days rising to 34 days after 5 years service, as well as bank holidays and the option to buy 10 additional days</li>
<li>•‍ Free travel around Liverpool City Region with an All-Zone Metro card worth £1,450 per year plus All Zones Off Peak Trio ticket for your spouse or partner</li>
<li>•‍ Flexible and hybrid working</li>
<li>•‍ 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family and Free counselling service</li>
<li>•‍ Automatic enrolment to our Westfield Health Programme</li>
<li>•‍ Corporate discounts at council-owned gyms</li>
<li>•‍ Bike to Work Scheme</li>
<li>•‍ Coaching, mentoring, apprenticeships, and professional qualifications including paid membership fees and even a £1k interest free learning loan for any non-job-related learning</li>
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Equality, Diversity &amp; Inclusion 
We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have declared that they: have a disability, are from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, are a member of a reservist or have close family links to a member of the Armed Forces as we are under-represented by people from these communities.
To be considered under one of these schemes, you must indicate your eligibility in the relevant section of the application form. In addition, you must clearly demonstrate in your application how you meet the key essential criteria listed above.
Please highlight how you meet the remaining essential criteria outlined in the person specification within your CV.
Applications that do not include this evidence will not be considered under the guaranteed interview schemes.
The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
We actively promote diversity and inclusion. Please note that this role is unlikely to meet the eligibility requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Please visit <a href="https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa</a>

Liverpool City Region Combined Authority

Day/Night Electrician

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



Skilled Gardener
Grade 5 £26,824 - £28,598
Location: Copse Road Depot, Fleetwood
Hours: 41.5 hours per week (summer, 26 weeks) / 32.5 hours per week (winter, 26 weeks)
Contract: Permanent
About the Role
At Wyre, we take pride in the maintenance of our outdoor spaces. To help us achieve this, we are looking to recruit a Skilled Gardener that has the necessary skills and ability to maintain our award-winning open spaces.
This is an opportunity to play a key role in maintaining and enhancing the borough’s parks, cemeteries, and landscaped areas. You will assist the Parks Area Team Leader in day-to-day operations and take a lead role in managing the team during their absence.
What You’ll Do
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<li>Maintain parks, open spaces, cemeteries, and recreational areas to the highest standards.</li>
<li>Operate and maintain a range of grounds maintenance equipment safely and effectively.</li>
<li>Undertake fine turf and sports pitch maintenance.</li>
<li>Carry out grave digging and related cemetery tasks.</li>
<li>Complete playground inspections and record findings.</li>
<li>Provide a visible, professional presence while carrying out duties.</li>
<li>Support health and safety compliance and promote best practice.</li>
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What We’re Looking For
Essential:
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<li>Level 2 Diploma in Horticulture (or equivalent).</li>
<li>Previous experience maintaining parks, open spaces, and cemeteries.</li>
<li>Experience in grave preparation, excavation, shoring, and backfill operations.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and lead a team.</li>
<li>Knowledge of fine turf and sports pitch maintenance.</li>
<li>Full UK driving licence.</li>
<li>Physically able to undertake duties.</li>
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Desirable:
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<li>PA1 &amp; PA6a Pesticide Application.</li>
<li>IOSH Working Safely.</li>
<li>360 Excavator Licence.</li>
<li>Experience with playground inspections and memorial safety checks.</li>
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What you’ll get in return:
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<li>Hands on experience working with teams that have award winning standards.</li>
<li>Training and development opportunities including leadership skills and a range of grounds maintenance equipment and methodologies.</li>
<li>A competitive rate of pay including additional benefits such as employer pension contributions, 24 days annual leave rising to 29 days depending on length of service including bank holidays and a work environment that will help you develop and grow.</li>
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To apply online and for more information about this vacancy, please visit our website <a href="http://www.wyre.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.wyre.gov.uk</a>.
We will be holding a recruitment drop-in session at the Wyre Council Copse Road Depot on 13 January from 9am for anyone that wants to come along and discuss the position or needs help with their application. No appointment necessary, simply turn up on the day from 9am
Closing date: 25 January 2026

Skilled Gardener

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About UsBreakwater provides short to medium-term residential care for children aged 12-17. The home supports 4 young people facing social, emotional, and mental health challenges linked to family breakdown and early childhood trauma. Children referred to Breakwater are often victims of exploitation or involved in crime and may have experienced disrupted education. They may be at risk of becoming homeless and have limited support around them.Alongside the main home, two self-contained flats offer semi-independent living for those preparing for adulthood. Each flat is fully equipped, with staff available as needed. Children complete a six-month independence programme that develops emotional, social, and practical skills. The Breakwater team are trained in interventions to promote independence and guide young people through this transition.For more information, please visit our dedicated Residential website, <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/featured-jobs/childrens-residential-care-careers/" target="_blank">Children's residential care careers</a>.About the RoleSalary: £28,598 - £30,023 per annum (includes weekend working allowance) plus excellent pension, annual leave and additional benefits Working Pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week Contract: Permanent Location: Shoreham-By-Sea Shifts and Rotas: for day work, you will be required to work on a shift rota between 07:00 - 22:00, including every other weekend and approximately one sleep-in duty per week currently with enhanced pay. This can be discussed with candidates in more detail at interview.Children's Residential Recruitment and Retention Payment scheme - £1500 during your first 18 months while you remain in the County Council's permanent employment during this time to support our new employees in this vital role! The scheme consists of two payments: £500 after successful completion of 6 months employment (including successful completion of probation where relevant) and £1,000 after 18 months.As a Residential Childcare Worker at Breakwater, no two days are the same. Guided by each child's individual care plan, your role may involve supporting them through challenging behaviour, offering emotional reassurance when it's needed most, and ensuring their safety when returning from time spent in the community.Our ideal candidate will have experience working alongside young people who have faced social, emotional, and mental health challenges. Your understanding and resilience will help create stability and trust for the children in our care.At Breakwater, while times can be challenging, we support one another and collaborate closely with a wide network of professionals. Together, we provide consistent, high‑quality care in a homely, nurturing environment where children feel valued, safe, and encouraged to thrive.Experience and SkillsThe main key skills and experience required for the role are:<ul><li>Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent. If you do not have this, the service will support you to complete this qualification; you must achieve this within two years of appointment as it is a statutory requirement of this post.</li><li>Sound communication and interpersonal skills to a range of children and families.</li><li>Ability to promote and encourage a multi-agency approach to support the child.</li><li>Ability to use initiative to resolve problems within given parameters.</li><li>Ability to work under pressure and prioritise work.</li><li>Ability to work as part of a team around a child.</li><li>Good standard of literacy e.g. ability to write reports around individual young people and significant incidents and to be able to write application for level 3 diploma if required. Could be gained through formal education or vocational experience.</li><li>Knowledge of how to support children who have experienced trauma, harm or abuse - Desirable</li></ul>For a full list of key skills, experience and qualification requirements please refer to the job description attached below. Rewards and BenefitsIn addition to working within a great team and fantastic opportunities you will receive:<ul><li>an excellent <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/about-the-council/pensions/" target="_blank">local government pension scheme</a></li><li>generous holiday entitlement of 27 to 28 days, depending on job title and length of service</li><li>access to a wide selection of retail discounts and savings such as groceries, shopping, travel and more through our West Sussex Choices benefits platform.</li><li>a range of commuting and business travel discount and initiatives</li><li>maternity, paternity, dependency and adoption leave</li><li>health and wellbeing benefits including access to our Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>financial wellbeing support including access to educational tools and webinars, loans or debt consolidation options and savings scheme</li><li>training and development opportunities, including coaching and mentoring</li></ul>For 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 CAFHE05448 .To apply, upload your CV and complete our short application form, explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role, ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV.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 an occupational health check. A full employment history will be requested and covered for this role.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/" target="_blank">application help</a> page.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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Are you looking for a role where you can make a real difference?Our aim at Staffordshire is to create an environment where families are supported to stay together safely and live well in their communities by building on their strengths. This is the right thing to do.&nbsp;We’re looking for passionate and motivated individuals to join our newly transformed district teams.&nbsp;We have a hybrid approach to work to assist your work life balance, with a mixture of office and remote working.This is a permanent contract to work within our SEND team and you will be based in Newcastle.Main Responsibilities You will;<ul><li>be supporting the SEND Locality Leads to carry out the Local Authority’s SEND duties in relation to co-ordinating Education Health &amp;Care (EHC) assessments.</li><li>producing EHC Plans and carrying out annual reviews.</li><li>work closely with our children and young people with special educational needs and disability and their families as well as a range of qualified professionals in education, health and social care.</li><li>develop&nbsp;collaborative and respectful relationships, promoting&nbsp;choice and independence and improve outcomes.</li><li>ensure that education, health, and care plans comply with legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements in addition to the policies, standards and procedures.</li></ul>The Ideal Candidate It’s a fast-paced role so you’ll need to be able to manage your own caseload independently and as part of the team.&nbsp;You will also:<ul><li>Need excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Have knowledge of the SEND legislation plus, it’s important that you can reflect on practice and improve as a result.&nbsp;</li></ul>You can also find out more about the role and the requirements in the job description attached. If you’re unsure whether your skills match the role however, you can discuss this with Tracy Kirk-Burton - SEND Locality Lead for Newcastle at tracy.kirk-burton<a href="mailto:jane.coleman@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>Interviews to be held w/c 26th January“We’re happy to talk flexible working”&nbsp;Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role. About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.

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The vacancies for two Teaching Assistants in our KS3 and KS4 core subjects at The Axis Academy provide an outstanding and unique opportunity for the right person to become a fully functional, multiskilled member of a highly inclusive and collaborative team that strives to change the lives of children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH) through all that we do.&nbsp;&nbsp;
We pride ourselves on being a versatile, empathetic, and intuitive team which develops bespoke, personalised programmes of study to meet the needs of all of our students to provide them with the opportunity to maximise their potential, whatever that potential may be. As a specialist school this is a rare opportunity that will give you the chance to help develop an education system that truly focuses on the individual.&nbsp;&nbsp;
The Axis Academy is a beacon of outstanding practice in SEMH specialist provision. You will have the opportunity to grow with the school and truly make a difference to the most vulnerable young people in society.&nbsp;
We have numerous benefits available to our staff, please refer to the information available in our Application Pack.
We strongly suggest that you visit our school prior to applying so that you can experience first-hand the inspiring atmosphere and supportive environment at The Axis Academy. Visits to school are planned on the following days (please contact school to book a visit 01270 304074&nbsp; <a href="mailto:admin@theaxisacademy.org" target="_blank">admin@theaxisacademy.org</a>):
Tuesday 6th January 2025 3:30pm
Friday 9th January 2025 9:30am
Tuesday 13th January 2025 4:00pm
Please note the submission deadline for applications is 12.00pm on Friday 16 January 2026.

Teaching Assistant

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We have an excellent opportunity available for a dynamic and experienced Development &amp; Construction Project Manager to join our Commercial Property Team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis.
As the Development &amp; Construction Project Manager, you will lead and manage the delivery of both WBC service and commercial development opportunities from masterplanning and viability to implementation and delivery. This will include utilising expert project management skills to work with multi-discipline teams, Council wide departments and external stakeholders, ensuring the Council's construction projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.&nbsp;
This role requires a proactive individual with excellent project management skills and a strong understanding and experience of Commercial and Residential construction projects.&nbsp;
⭐Benefits⭐
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:&nbsp;
⭐Generous Annual Leave&nbsp;- …… days annual leave (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays
⭐Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;
⭐Flexible working&nbsp;
⭐GP Helpline - Available 7 days a week
⭐Employee Assistance Programme&nbsp;- Including a 24/7&nbsp;Your Care&nbsp;Helpline
⭐Free Eye Tests&nbsp;and&nbsp;Flu Vaccines
⭐Free Onsite Gym&nbsp;- Located at Shute End Offices, Wokingham
⭐Salary Sacrifice Schemes&nbsp;- Including&nbsp;Car&nbsp;and&nbsp;Cycle to Work schemes
⭐Local &amp; Lifestyle Discounts&nbsp;- Save on shopping, entertainment, dining out &amp; more
⭐Move through Menopause Course
⭐Sports &amp; Social Group Activities&nbsp;– Including running, football, cricket &amp; more
⭐Learning &amp; Development Opportunities
⭐Employee Networks
⭐And more!
Key Responsibilities:
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<li>Manage the delivery of the Council’s Capital Programme construction projects, from inception to completion, to time, budget and service client satisfaction, and in line with the Council’s procurement rules and regulations</li>
<li>Oversee the appointment and management of external consultants and contractors on spatial planning, property, highway, construction and other commissions which contribute to the planning, appraisal and delivery of development sites.</li>
<li>Ensure all development proposals represent value for money and the optimum use of Council resources through on-going financial appraisal, assessment and production of robust business cases.</li>
<li>Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.</li>
<li>Monitor construction project progress and provide regular updates to senior management.</li>
<li>Liaise with local planning authority, politicians, stakeholders, funders and tenants on all planning and communication matters across the strategic property and commercial assets portfolio.&nbsp;</li>
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Candidate requirements:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Degree-level, equivalent relevant construction professional qualifications or expertise.</li>
<li>Evidence of continuous personal and professional development.</li>
<li>Strong project management background, either in the private or public sector.</li>
<li>Good IT skills including office software such as M365, SharePoint, Teams, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel.</li>
<li>Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.</li>
<li>Experience of managing construction projects to successful outcomes.</li>
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Our Area:&nbsp;
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.&nbsp;
We’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.&nbsp;
For more information or to arrange a confidential call, please email Tim Searle, Senior Development Project Manager, Commercial Property - <a href="mailto:tim.searle@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">tim.searle@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing date: Friday 8th February 2026, 5pm
Interview date: TBC&nbsp;
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Wokingham Borough Council

Development & Construction Project Manager

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

Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council

Passenger Assistant

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Completed application forms to be sent by email or post, for the attention of:
Mrs. Jo Todhunter, School Business Manager
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Norwood Primary School
Norwood Crescent
Southport
PR9 7DU



Employer: Norwood Primary School
Location: Southport
NOR: 624 (Three form entry)
Salary: L20 – L27 (starting salary is negotiable subject to experience)
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
DBS Check: Enhanced
Start date: 1st September 2026
Apply by: 12:00 noon Wednesday 4th February 2026
The Governing Body of Norwood Primary School is looking to appoint an inspirational and enthusiastic Headteacher who has the vision to lead our amazing team and share our core values of Aspire, Respect and Enjoy.
About the school
We are an established forward-thinking, fully inclusive, vibrant three-form entry school with over six hundred pupils on roll. The school is situated in fantastic grounds in Southport (Merseyside), and we are extremely fortunate to have access to beautiful woodland which we utilise within the curriculum.
Whilst being a large school, we have a strong emphasis on creating a small school ‘feel.’&nbsp; &nbsp;This has been enabled through structures and organisation which have created a calm and supportive environment for pupils and staff. Pupils are proud of the school, are happy and enjoy coming to school, statements supported in our last Ofsted inspection. Together with our parents and the wider community we have established a school which is caring, welcoming and encouraging.&nbsp; Children thrive and every voice is listened to and respected. &nbsp;We have high expectations of our pupils, and the school provides high quality teaching and learning.
Our pupils come from a diverse range of cultural backgrounds, with families joining us from countries such as Poland, Latvia, Turkey, and Romania.&nbsp; These pupils settle quickly, and we take pride in nurturing confident, respectful, and resilient young people.
We are extremely proud of the achievements of all our children and the school community and our core values of Aspire, Respect and Enjoy are reflected in all aspects of school life.
The Role
As Headteacher, you will provide strategic direction, leadership and management for the school, driving excellence and innovation.&nbsp; By working closely with the supportive and knowledgeable Governing Body, parents, and the wider community, you will ensure all our pupils succeed in achieving their full potential and maintain a culture where pupils experience a positive and enriching school life.
We can offer:
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<li>An opportunity to lead the school, raising attainment with all groups of children</li>
<li>A dedicated and supportive senior and&nbsp;middle leadership team.</li>
<li>A school that values teamwork &amp; high achievement in all areas of our work with young people.</li>
<li>A valued mental health and well-being for staff and pupils</li>
<li>Governors who are able to provide a blend of support and challenge</li>
<li>Continued Professional Development to ensure your appointment is successful &amp; rewarding</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 relevant care/safeguarding legislation and appointment will only be confirmed if a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure is obtained from the Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

How to apply 
If you share our core values and are committed to high quality inclusive practice, please send your completed application form by email or post, for the attention of:
Mrs. Jo Todhunter, School Business Manager
<a href="mailto:admin@norwood.sefton.org.uk" target="_blank">admin@norwood.sefton.org.uk</a>
Norwood Primary School
Norwood Crescent
Southport
PR9 7DU
by 12:00 noon on Wednesday 4th February 2026 &nbsp;
We strongly recommend potential applicants arrange an opportunity to visit our incredible school on Monday 19th January or Tuesday 27th January at 4:00pm. If these dates are not suitable for you, please contact the school and we will do our best to accommodate.&nbsp; To book a place, contact the school office on 01704 211960.
Shortlisting will take placeon Wednesday 11th February, and we will inform all candidates of the outcome by email.
Interviews will take place on Monday 2nd March and Tuesday 3rd March Shortlisting will take place at the end of the first day, with candidates informed of the decisions by telephone.
Interviews will involve a selection of activities to assess candidates in line with the person specification for the role. Further information on the process will be given with the invitation to interview.
Additional attachments:
Job Description
Person Specification
Application Form
Letter from the Chair of Governors
Safeguarding Policy

Headteacher

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We have an excellent opportunity for two passionate and enthusiastic Organisation Development Officers to join our HR &amp; OD Team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full-time, 15 month Fixed Term Contract. There are two vacancies&nbsp;
As the Organisation Development Officer, you will support the development and implementation of the corporate learning framework and training offer. We are a highly ambitious Council and are about to embark on a significant period of transformation, in Organistional Development, so you will work with the wider OD Team to co-design and deliver training programmes across the Council, ensuring that we provide high quality training for all.
The roles will support in the delivery of our People Strategy to include tools, and interventions to help the council achieve its strategic ambitions which will include programmes such as culture, performance management, leadership and development.
Experience of working within a local government setting would be highly advantageous as would being an accredited Insights Practitioner.
This role is 80% delivery of training, so the ability to travel to Wokingham to deliver in person training is essential&nbsp;
Benefits:
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐Annual Leave – Up to 30 days annual leave (rising to 35 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus bank holidays
⭐Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;
⭐GP Helpline&nbsp;- Available 7 days per week
⭐Employee Assistance Programme&nbsp;- with a 24/7&nbsp;Your Care&nbsp;confidential helpline
⭐Free Eye Tests&nbsp;and&nbsp;Flu Vaccines
⭐Free Onsite Gym&nbsp;– Use of a free onsite gym located at Shute End Office, Wokingham
⭐Local &amp; Lifestyle Discounts - Save on shopping, entertainment, restaurants &amp; more
⭐Move through Menopause Course
⭐Sports &amp; Social Group Activities – Including running, football, cricket &amp; more
⭐Learning &amp; Development Opportunities
⭐Employee Networks
⭐And much more!
Key responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Supports the development and implementation of the Councils Corporate learning framework and training offer.</li>
<li>Co-create training packages and be responsible for the delivery of training, predominantly face to face, to support the Organisational Development programme that will embed a learning culture across the Council.</li>
<li>Work in partnership with Managers and teams across the Council to ensure that learning sessions are coherent, accessible and in-line with industry standards and the evolving needs of staff.</li>
<li>Design and use tools to evaluate the impact of learning and organisational development initiatives and conduct regular monitoring, reviewing and evaluation of the programme as per agreed objectives.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;Candidate Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Degree-level, equivalent relevant professional qualifications, or expertise</li>
<li>Good IT skills including office software such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel</li>
<li>Demonstrable experience of delivering training face to face with some hybrid training options</li>
<li>Experience of developing and delivering specialist training such as leadership, performance management, mentoring and other corporate programmes</li>
</ul>
Our Area
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.
We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
Click the link below and Apply Today!
Alternatively, for an informal discussion, please contact Carol Stewart via <a href="mailto:carol.stewart@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">carol.stewart@wokingham.gov.uk</a> or Sarah Bolton via <a href="mailto:sarah.bolton@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">sarah.bolton@wokingham.gov.uk</a>. (Strictly no agencies).
Closing Date: Sunday 8th February 2026 at 11pm
Interview Date: W/C 16th February 2026&nbsp;
Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful. &nbsp;Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment.&nbsp;
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.&nbsp;

Organisational Development Officer

Birmingham Children’s Trust is seeking innovative, dynamic leaders to join our Board as Non-Executive Directors. We value collaboration, diversity, and a commitment to improving outcomes for children and families across Birmingham. Board members provide strategic oversight, support continuous improvement, and help ensure delivery of high-quality children’s services. We welcome applicants who:<ul> <li>Bring senior-level expertise and a track record of service improvement</li> <li>Champion equity, equality, diversity, and inclusion</li> <li>Offer strategic vision and independent judgement</li> <li>Are collaborative, constructive, and committed to making a difference</li></ul>Key Details:<ul> <li>Daily rate: £550 (gross), pro rata for partial days (8-hour day)</li> <li>All reasonable, documented expenses reimbursed</li> <li> Final interviews: Wednesday 11 February 2026</li></ul>Onboarding Process:Please note as part of our onboarding process, the successful candidate will be required undergo a series of background checks with Experian Including Experian DBS, Right to Work, and Digital ID verification. These are essential pre-employment requirements. BenefitsHelp us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence. Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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Non Executive Director

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:Halton Direct Link has transformed the delivery of the Council's services by making the services more accessible to the residents of Halton. The two One Stop Shops provide access to the service face to face and the Contact Centre has improved access via the telephone.We are currently recruiting 1 part time member of staff to join our friendly customer services team here at Halton Direct Link. As a One Stop Shop Officer, you will deliver a range of council services to our customers. Hours: 20 hours: Wednesday 11.30 – 4.30, Thursday 9.00 – 5.00, Friday 9.00 – 5.00Your Contributions:You will be responsible in supporting the day-to-day running of the shop which will include a variation of tasks such as admin duties, reception duties and customer service. You will have experience of dealing with customers in a face-to-face capacity or over the telephone, have excellent customer service skills together with the ability to quickly recognise and deal with customer needs. Ideally you will be experienced in the delivery of one or more of the councils services and be used to working in a team environment although not essential for the right candidate. Applicants for the post should be computer literate, have excellent keyboard skills, and have an understanding of Microsoft Office tools.Our Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development </li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites </li><li>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme.</li></ul>Next Steps:At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Sarah Ellis-Halliwell (<a href="mailto:sarah.ellison@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">sarah.ellis@halton.gov.uk</a>) Interviews will take place on Wednesday 18th and Thursday 19th February.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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One Stop Shop Officer

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:The Records Management Unit - RMU was set up in 2014 and is located on Picow Farm Road, Runcorn, and shares the site with the Open Spaces Services Division. The RMU was created to help manage the Authority’s records in a secure, legally compliant, and economically efficient way. It supports the Authorties Property Management Strategy by freeing up office space and encourages business change throughout all council departments by promoting the move away from paper to electronic records creation, conversion, and storage. This can be a physically demanding position involving manual handling of heavy items and movement up and down stairs. Hours: 37 per weekYour Contributions:<ul><li>To maintain manual and computerised filing systems to enable up to date and accurate information to be retained and retrieved</li><li>Respond to telephone/email enquiries and take messages as appropriate</li><li>Order, receive and issue stationery, IT equipment and services as requested and maintain appropriate records</li><li>Ensure parcel deliveries are receipted by the appropriate department</li></ul>Our Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development </li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites </li><li>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 Sue Hobbs - <a href="mailto:sue.hobbs@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">sue.hobbs@halton.gov.uk</a> Interviews will take place on w/c 26th January. 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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Clerical Officer

About the roleAre you a strategic thinker with a passion for delivering high-quality housing services? North Northamptonshire Council is seeking a dynamic and experienced Housing Capital Investment Manager to lead the delivery of our statutory capital property investment programme.In this pivotal role, you will manage all aspects of capital investment in council housing (excluding Gas, Electric, and Voids), including stock condition surveys, cyclical maintenance programmes, and property adaptations. You’ll ensure our homes are safe, compliant, and meet the needs of our tenants—while aligning with the Council’s corporate objectives and legal obligations.What will you be doing?<ul><li>Lead the planning and delivery of the Council’s housing capital investment programme across North Northamptonshire.</li><li>Oversee stock condition surveys, cyclical maintenance, and property adaptations to ensure timely and efficient service delivery.</li><li>Ensure compliance with the Decent Homes Standard, Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, Housing Act 2004, and other relevant legislation.</li><li>Manage procurement processes for contractors and suppliers, ensuring financial and regulatory compliance.</li><li>Lead and support teams based at Robinson Way and Fleming Road Depots, fostering a culture of safety, professionalism, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Support the Head of Housing Maintenance and Development in implementing legislative changes and driving service transformation.</li><li>Act as deputy to the Head of Housing Maintenance and Development when required.</li></ul>About you <ul><li>Proven experience in managing housing capital investment programmes or similar large-scale property maintenance projects.</li><li>Strong knowledge of housing legislation, health and safety regulations, and procurement best practices.</li><li>Excellent leadership and team management skills.</li><li>Ability to drive innovation and service transformation in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.</li><li>A collaborative and proactive approach to problem-solving and service delivery.</li></ul>Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur Values and BehavioursOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur Key CommitmentsOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council’s pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status.Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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Housing Capital Investment Manager - Internal Only

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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><h1>Senior Elections Officer</h1>We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic elections professional to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in our busy Electoral Services team based in Northampton. West Northamptonshire is the 15th largest district in the country and has already been through Local Government Reorganisation in 2021.As a Senior Electoral Services Officer, your role will be to assist in the delivery of smooth and efficient electoral services as well as leading on projects. You will have the opportunity to work with a supportive and friendly management team.If you are someone with drive, enthusiasm and a passion for delivering democracy, and would flourish in a dynamic and challenging environment we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;Interviews will take place the week commencing the 9th February.&nbsp;For an informal discussion about the role, please contact either Louise Aston (Election Manager (Elections) on 01604 527584 or Mark West (Elections Manager (Registration &amp; Engagement)) on 01604 526130<h2>Additional information</h2>You will have experience of the electoral registration process including giving advice, guidance and support to key stakeholders.You will have experience of elections and electoral law including giving advice, guidance and support to key stakeholders.You will be an enthusiastic, highly motivated and professional individual who has experience of working with candidates, elected members, agents and senior officers.You will have experience of producing complex, detailed and accurate written work, including the examination and extraction of information from a variety of different data sources evaluating the relevance and accuracy of the information.You will have experience of working in a highly politically sensitive, pressurised and deadline driven environment.You will hold the AEA Certificate or will be able to demonstrate experience of supervising elections &amp; registration throughout the year and have detailed knowledge of electoral law. You will be willing to undertake the AEA certificate if you do not already have it.&nbsp;<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;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>.&nbsp;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.

Senior Elections Officer

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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>Are you ready to lead for excellent practice in adult social care and make a lasting impact on the lives of residents across West Northamptonshire?&nbsp; &nbsp; West Northamptonshire Council is seeking a values-led leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as Director of Adult Social Care Operations. This pivotal role will put our residents at the centre of our work and work to enable lives by increasing choice, control, inclusion qand equity through social care practice. You will be at the forefront of driving innovation, improving outcomes, and championing independence and wellbeing for adults across our communities. This is more than a leadership role—it’s an opportunity to influence system-wide change, collaborate with partners, and deliver on our ambition for Thriving People in Thriving Places.<h2>Additional information</h2>You will be a dynamic and resilient leader with a passion for improving lives. Our ideal candidate will bring:&nbsp; &nbsp; - Extensive experience in senior leadership within adult social care, with a track record of leading practice change. - Deep knowledge of the national health and social care agenda, regulatory frameworks, social work practice and safeguarding&nbsp;-Great communication and stakeholder engagement skills with political awareness&nbsp;- A collaborative mindset and the ability to lead teams and partnerships. - A commitment to equality, inclusion, and continuous improvement. - Relevant qualifications at degree and postgraduate level, with evidence of ongoing professional development. &nbsp; You thrive in a culture that values Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovation, Value, and Empowerment—and you’re ready to help others thrive too.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;<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.

Director of Adult Social Care Operations

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Lunchtime Play Leader&nbsp;
NJC band B, SCP2, LGPS pension:
Required from&nbsp; spring 2026
Term Time Only - 7.5 hours per week&nbsp;
Pro Rata -Gross Pay - £4,166
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic playleader to join our lunchtime team. The successful candidate will be hardworking and enthusiastic. You will be able to work as part of our established team, supporting pupils at lunctime by organising sporting activities for pupils across KS2. Flexibility to work additional hours as required, would be advantageous
Southport Learning Trust is required under law and guidance to check the criminal background of all employees. Decisions to appoint will be subject to consideration of an enhanced disclosure, including a Barred List check, from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Because of the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).&nbsp;&nbsp;
The amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) provides that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’. This means that they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account.&nbsp;
Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website, which can be accessed here:&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974</a>&nbsp;
In accordance with our statutory obligations under Keeping Children Safe in Education Southport Learning Trust is required to conduct an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This may help identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which Southport Learning Trust might want to explore with you at interview.&nbsp;

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Client Affairs Officer £42,771 - £45,750 per annum Fixed Term 1 year We are looking for someone to join our very busy team over at Dockside. If you have ever had to make decisions about your own finances, think about how it would be to manage the finances of multiple people that you have no history of, you have no understanding of their wishes, their likes or dislikes, most of the time you have no idea about their work history or if they have any savings or other assets. &nbsp;Your job as a Client Affairs Officer is to investigate, build up a history of your client and make best interest decision on their behalf, in relation to their finance. &nbsp;This is not always an easy task as you often have limited information. &nbsp;The job is highly rewarding when you realise what a difference you have made to your clients life when their finances are in order. &nbsp;Why not apply for a job that gives you daily challenges, we are looking for; <ul><li>Experience and a good understanding of Court of Protection rules in relation to Deputyship for Property &amp; Affairs</li> <li>Knowledge of state benefits</li> <li>Experience of visiting clients in their own home or at designated sites</li> <li>Have a good knowledge of accountancy practices in relation managing clients monies</li> <li>Good understanding of IT software packages ( Local packages and Microsoft)</li> <li>Be able to manage own caseload</li> <li>Experience of reconciling client accounts( income and expenditure)</li> </ul> If you would like to know more about the job, please contact Frances Bastien on 0203 373 2907 or Kehinde Dada 0203 373 1532. &nbsp;CV's will not be accepted. &nbsp;Please respond to the person spec attached to the JD Please view JD here closing date: 16th January 2026 IMPORTANT: If you are an LBN member of staff and applying for this role as a secondment you should note that secondments are subject to the agreement of your current employing service. Please ensure that you inform your line manager of your intention to apply for the post in the first instance. Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. 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, and your data protection rights, can be found by <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.

London Borough of Newham

Client Affairs Officer- Fixed Term 1 year

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join award-winning Derbyshire Catering Service.Are you passionate about food and enjoy working as part of a team? We are currently recruiting for a Relief Catering Assistant to work as a valued member of our dedicated kitchen team.You will be supporting the kitchen supervisor in all areas of the service. This may involve working at a production unit or at a servery unit. Possible tasks include food preparation, cooking, portion control, allergen compliance and preparing the dining room for service.Our Catering Assistants are our point of contact with our hungry customers. Whilst serving meals to our customers all team members help ensure that food hygiene and health &amp; safety regulations are followed. We want to help make good lunchtime memories for our customers so it is essential that you can demonstrate an attitude which is appropriate to the school environment.Successful completion of the NVQ food hygiene certificate will be required upon appointment.Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>CS1Young workers – Please note there are different rules for young workers in regard to working hours. Please ensure the information contained within the following <a href="https://www.acas.org.uk/young-workers-apprentices-and-work-experience" target="_blank">ACAS link</a> is understood before applyingWe welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.<ul></ul>

Derbyshire County Council

Catering Assistant (Darley Dale Primary School) (Relief)

Our CommitmentDerbyshire provides consistent, good quality care through twelve children’s homes across the County. Our homes provide an environment where young people feel happy to live.Under-pinned by Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity and Empathy (PACE), trauma informed practice, social pedagogy and person-centred approach to inform practice, we work continuously to improve the quality of our Children’s homes, ensuring our young people have every opportunity to thrive and develop.About the roleA fantastic opportunity to join the team at Hillview Children’s Home, located in Chinley, providing therapeutically informed residential care for up to Four Derbyshire children, aged between 8 – 18yrs.Our Residential Childrens Workers provide a service to Children in accordance with legislative and policy requirements. Working as part of a small staff team who provide support and a person-centred service, they are responsible for the daily support, guidance, educational and social needs of our children. As an RCW, you will need to have an openness to and an aptitude for relationship focused and psychologically informed working practices. You must have the appropriate skills and experience to perform and work within an environment that can, at times, require using your own initiative along with an understanding of the children act, the quality care standards and Children’s Homes (England) regulations 2015.You must hold, be working towards, or be willing to undertake and complete within 2 years of starting work at the home, the Level 3 Children and Young people’s Workforce Diploma and Social Care Pathway (England) 2015. OR you should hold an equivalent qualification such as The NVQ 3 caring for children &amp; young people and be prepared to complete any additional work to meet the required level.More information on the role can be found within the Job and Person profile.Residential Childrens Worker roles attract the following additional payments. This Residential Childrens Worker role is shift based (earlies, lates and sleep in’s) to provide 24hr care.Salary details: Grade 9 £16.77- £17.79 Monday to Sunday 7am-7pm. After 7pm until 7am £22.36 - £23.72. Bank Holidays £33.54 - £35.58 per hourSleep-in duty, you will be paid a basic duty payment rate of £36.19. Any additional time worked as a result of being called to work when sleeping in will be paid at the appropriate rate for the day/time of day. Bank holidays: sleep-in duties that span into or out of a bank holiday will be enhanced to double the basic duty payment rate.For more information on our residential children’s service please visit <a href="https://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/social-health/children-and-families/children-we-look-after/residential-care/young-people-who-need-residential-care.aspx" target="_blank">https://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/social-health/children-and-families/children-we-look-after/residential-care/young-people-who-need-residential-care.aspx</a>Working for DerbyshireDerbyshire is also a great place to live and work. It's only a short drive to Derby, Nottingham, Sheffield, and Manchester but is also home to miles of beautiful countryside and has the Peak District National Park on its doorstep. The county enjoys house prices below the UK average and has great road and rail links. In addition to location, there are several perks to being a Derbyshire County Council employee:<ul><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>generous annual leave and flexi-time scheme</li><li>travel expenses</li><li>discount on leisure centre memberships</li><li>free car parking at most sites</li><li>an in-house counselling services</li><li>occupational health service</li><li>access to sessions with a trained physiotherapist</li><li>cycle to work scheme</li></ul>Provisional Interview Date: 30th January 2026Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>The job may require unsocial hours working including weekends and Bank Holidays. Payment arrangements will be detailed in any contract offer made.Saturday and Sunday hours will be paid at plain time where it is part of your normal working pattern unless it is between 7pm and 7am, where enhanced rates of pay apply. Enhanced pay rates are paid for Bank Holiday working.Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>CS1Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.<ul></ul>

Residential Childrens Worker (Peak Lodge - Hill View)

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join award-winning Derbyshire Catering Service.Are you passionate about food and enjoy working as part of a team? We are currently recruiting for a Relief Catering Assistant to work as a valued member of our dedicated kitchen team.You will be supporting the kitchen supervisor in all areas of the service. This may involve working at a production unit or at a servery unit. Possible tasks include food preparation, cooking, portion control, allergen compliance and preparing the dining room for service.Our Catering Assistants are our point of contact with our hungry customers. Whilst serving meals to our customers all team members help ensure that food hygiene and health &amp; safety regulations are followed. We want to help make good lunchtime memories for our customers so it is essential that you can demonstrate an attitude which is appropriate to the school environment.Successful completion of the NVQ food hygiene certificate will be required upon appointment.Provisional Interview Date : February 2026Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>CS1Young workers – Please note there are different rules for young workers in regard to working hours. Please ensure the information contained within the following <a href="https://www.acas.org.uk/young-workers-apprentices-and-work-experience" target="_blank">ACAS link</a> is understood before applyingWe welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.<ul></ul>

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