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<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>Southwark is a vibrant, diverse, and ambitious borough at the heart of London. As the capital’s largest social landlord, we manage 55,000 homes, home to 40% of our residents. We're proud to support over 18,300 businesses, from landmark venues to local enterprises, and serve a young and growing population.At Southwark, our work is underpinned by a strong commitment to equality, fairness, and community-led change. Our Southwark Stands Together initiative brings residents and staff together to address racism, injustice and inequality and our Borough Plan ensures we deliver for all communities with integrity and ambition. This is your chance to join a council that is bold, forward-thinking, and driven by social impact.<h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4>An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Licensing Team for a Principal Enforcement Officer to lead the delivery of our commercial licensing service covering applications, enforcement, and policy implementation.You’ll be responsible for a wide range of licensing areas, including: • Sale of alcohol and public entertainment • Gambling premises • Special treatment premises • Civil wedding venues • Animal welfare licensing • Fireworks and explosivesYou’ll manage a skilled team of officers, oversee complex enforcement cases, and work closely with internal departments, external agencies, and community stakeholders. This is a senior role where your regulatory knowledge, leadership and judgement will shape how we support local businesses and protect public safety including overseeing the Nighttime Economy Police and Council service.<h4>What We're Looking For</h4>We’re looking for an experienced and driven regulatory professional with significant expertise in licensing law, policy and enforcement. You’ll be confident managing contentious issues, interpreting complex legislation and working across services to deliver high standards of customer care.Key qualities and experience we’re seeking: • Substantial knowledge of licensing legislation and regulatory frameworks • Experience managing or supervising staff and supporting their development • Proven ability to handle legal documentation and enforcement casework • Skilled in partnership working, decision-making and problem-solving • A clear communicator with confidence to represent the council at hearings and meetingsThis role, ideal for someone ready to make a strong, immediate impact. If you thrive in a fast-paced regulatory environment and are passionate about public service, we’d love to hear from you.<h4>Additional Information</h4>Closing date: Sunday 10 August 2025Interviews: W/c 25 August 2025Guaranteed 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:• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans • Are currently in care, or have previously been in care • If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health conditionWe are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2555455&amp;ptId=105879" target="_blank">Click here to view the Job description and Person specification</a></li></ul>





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Southwark Council

Principal Licensing Officer

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join our Housing team as a Refugee Resettlement Officer. This rewarding role places you at the heart of a person-centred programme supporting individuals and families through Government resettlement and relocation schemes.You will be working collaboratively with local communities, partner agencies, and internal teams to deliver holistic, tailored support for resettled individuals, along with:Offering guidance to help refugees access vital services, secure suitable housing, and successfully integrate into the wider community.Promoting equality, community cohesion, and cultural awareness across Ashford.Managing and monitoring support plans with clear goals, liaise with landlords to ensure safe and affordable accommodation, and carry out welfare checks on vulnerable clients.Maintaining accurate records, ensure safeguarding compliance, and remain up to date with welfare reform and Home Office integration duties.Building strong partnerships with the DWP, local employers, and voluntary groups to secure employment opportunities.It is necessary for you to be available for occasional emergency callouts and represent the Council at meetings, conferences, and public events.To be competent in this role it is essential that you have proven experience supporting vulnerable individuals, with a strong understanding of the UK welfare system, along with having:Excellent communication, organisational and IT skills$ûespecially with Excel, Word, and Outlook.Experience with resettlement support, safeguarding practices, and engaging diverse communities.A flexible, empathetic, and proactive approach with the ability to manage competing priorities.Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/0fefo21b/6859b-refugee-resettlement-officer-june-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description</a>For an informal discussion about the role please contact Resettlement Team Leaders on <a href="mailto:resettlementteamleaders@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">resettlementteamleaders@ashford.gov.uk</a>When applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working.Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community<ul></ul>

Ashford Borough Council

Refugee Resettlement Officer

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



Residential Children’s Homes Manager – Permanent, Full Time
We have an opportunity for a Residential Children’s Homes Manager to lead and manage our brand-new, multi-building children’s home(s) within the borough.
As the Residential Children’s Homes Manager, you will be responsible for the effective management of the residential homes, and the provision of a professional children and young people centred service, in line with the relevant regulations, legislation, codes of practice, and policy and procedures.
This role will provide the successful Residential Children’s Homes Manager with the unique opportunity to further establish the recently opened Children’s Home (&amp; soon to be 2nd registered Children’s Home). They will be able to use their leadership and coaching skills to further develop existing and new members of staff.
The successful candidate for this role, will have the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the overall shaping and embedding of the Residential Homes in Wokingham. Residential Children’s Homes in Wokingham is a new venture. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate their experience of being professionally creative, safe and ‘solution focussed’ in a challenging and fast paced environment. The candidate will also be a strong and steady mentor for not only the growing team, but also for our Children.
Wokingham Children’s Services are relentlessly focussed on the full rounded picture that Corporate Parenting provides, we are looking for individuals who will advocate for our children, and have them at the heart of every decision made.&nbsp;
Wokingham Borough Council’saim is to enable our most vulnerable children and young people in care to live close to the things they hold dear – close to family, friends, community, and those who care for them most. This service comprises a multi-building children’s home including a 4-bedroom Emotional Behaviour Disorder/Difficulties (EBD) home and one smaller (2 bedroom) home.
Candidate requirements:
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<li>Professional qualification in (recognised and current) Level 5 Leadership and Management in Residential Childcare, or equivalent</li>
<li>Significant experience as a manager in a children’s residential setting</li>
<li>The ability to lead and manage a team to achieve best outcomes for Children in our Care at our Residential Care Home.</li>
<li>Confidence in managing competing demands in tight timescales.</li>
<li>Ability to work seamlessly with our multi agency network, and our Wokingham Childrens Services team.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;A full job description outlining key responsibilities is attached for reference to this vacancy. 
What we can offer you:
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<li>Salary of £57,179 - £62,667 p.a/plus benefit</li>
<li>Supportive management with regular supervision</li>
<li>Generous annual leave allowance, with additional 5 days with 5yrs continuous service.</li>
<li>Local and national discount schemes</li>
<li>Car salary sacrifice benefit available</li>
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For an informal discussion, please contact Alix Williams at <a href="mailto:Alix.Williams@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Alix.Williams@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing Date: 11pm, 31st August 2025
Interview Date: TBC
Please note: Interviews will be held in person, by a panel with a presentation required (details to be confirmed upon invitation). We will also be following up the Professional panel interview with a Young Person’s panel interview. 
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.&nbsp;
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
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;All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.&nbsp;

Wokingham Borough Council

Children’s Residential Homes Manager

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/9383/Environmental_Health_Officer_-_Role_Profile.pdf" target="_blank">Environmental_Health_Officer_-_Role_Profile</a></li>
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Please apply online via the link provided below. Please note that we do not accept CV's without a fully completed application form.



Recognised by Best Companies as an outstanding organisation to work for, we have a real focus on health &amp; wellbeing and staff development, and an excellent benefits package that includes corporate membership, discount and salary sacrifice schemes, up to 31 days holiday and Christmas closure, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, and much, much more. Our offices are based in the heart of Folkestone, with easy access to transport links, local shops, entertainment facilities and the seafront. In addition, we have an agile working culture that supports and encourages flexible and remote/home working. This role focuses on the delivery of statutory food safety and health and safety in the workplace functions. The role of the Environmental Health team is to protect and enhance public health and the environment as required by statute and the policies of Central Government and the Council. This includes taking appropriate enforcement action as required. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role helping us deliver our goals; making a difference to our community. In order to be successful you will need to be an experienced Environmental Health Officer with registration to the Environmental Health Registration Board (EHRB) and/or the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health Professional Registers.&nbsp;
You’ll also have the ability to organise and prioritise work effectively in order to meet deadlines and maintain high quality of services at all times. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships within the team and the wider organisation are essential.
Above all else, if you’re a team player with the flexibility, initiative and drive to not only contribute to the success of our dedicated Environmental Health team but to the council as a whole, then we want to hear from you. This role will require travelling throughout the district and visiting premises at evenings and weekends.&nbsp;
We have a hybrid working approach with an expectation that you will work from the Civic Centre in Folkestone at least one day per week.&nbsp; For an informal discussion about this role please contact Nicola Wilson (Environmental Health &amp; Licensing Manager) on 01303 853262 or email <a href="mailto:nicola.wilson@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk" target="_blank">nicola.wilson@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; This is a 2 year fixed term post. The closing date for all completed applications is 12pm on 11th August 2025. Interviews to be held from 26th - 29th August 2025.&nbsp;

Folkestone & Hythe District Council

Environmental Health Officer - Fixed Term

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process.&nbsp;All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship.&nbsp;Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility <a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/gRWgCZ668UPJVq6ijjIC3?domain=urldefense.com" target="_blank">criteria</a> for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.Please be advised it is our understanding that this role does not meet the requirements of a skilled worker visa as set out by UK Visa and Immigration <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes</a> . For details regarding the salary of a skilled worker visa please visit Home Office: <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list</a>This is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstances.Job Title: Cleaning AssistantThe Role:<ul>
<li>The cleaning assistant will be a key member of the team, assisting in the delivery of an effective cleaning service, whilst ensuring all work is undertaken in a safe manner</li>
<li>For the role of a cleaner applicants must have previous cleaning experience, with an understanding of COSHH and experience in the safe use of electrical equipment</li>
<li>The successful applicant should be prepared to undertake any necessary training to continuously improve their skills for the role of a cleaning assistant&nbsp;</li>
</ul>Hours of work are 07:30am till 09:30am, Monday to Friday and will be based at Park Road Adult Learning Centre, allowances will be paid where applicable.Our offer to you:<ul>
<li>At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days</li>
<li>Agile working (role dependent) - a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception</li>
<li>Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme</li>
<li>Progression -&nbsp;opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li>
<li>Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee Assistance Programme</li>
<li>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes&nbsp;</li>
<li>Drive Time –&nbsp;a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li>
<li>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave &nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted Gym Memberships&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Volunteering Scheme&nbsp;</li>
<li>Medicash&nbsp;</li>
</ul>Next steps: Closing date: Midnight Tuesday 5th August 2025 Shortlisting date: W/C Monday 18th August 2025 Interview date: W/C Monday 25th August 2025 Interview type: Face-to-face InterviewWe reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Jane Sutton at <a href="mailto:Jane.Sutton@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jane.Sutton@liverpool.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve.&nbsp;As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities.&nbsp;To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.&nbsp;If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system.&nbsp;Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. &nbsp;Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.

Liverpool City Council

Liverpool City Council needs you!

Cleaning Assistant

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process. All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship. Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility <a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/gRWgCZ668UPJVq6ijjIC3?domain=urldefense.com" target="_blank">criteria</a> for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.Please be advised it is our understanding that this role does not meet the requirements of a skilled worker visa as set out by UK Visa and Immigration <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes</a> . For details regarding the salary of a skilled worker visa please visit Home Office: <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list</a>This is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstances.Job Title:&nbsp;The Role:<ul>
<li>The cleaning assistant will be a key member of the team, assisting in the delivery of an effective cleaning service, whilst ensuring all work is undertaken in a safe manner</li>
<li>For the role of a cleaner applicants must have previous cleaning experience, with an understanding of COSHH and experience in the safe use of electrical equipment</li>
<li>The successful applicant should be prepared to undertake any necessary training to continuously improve their skills for the role of a cleaning assistant </li>
</ul>Hours of work are 07:00am till 09:00am, Monday to Friday and will be based at Matthew Arnold Primary School, allowances will be paid where applicable.Our offer to you:<ul>
<li>At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days</li>
<li>Agile working (role dependent) - a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception</li>
<li>Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme</li>
<li>Progression -&nbsp;opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li>
<li>Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee Assistance Programme</li>
<li>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes&nbsp;</li>
<li>Drive Time –&nbsp;a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li>
<li>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave &nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted Gym Memberships&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Volunteering Scheme&nbsp;</li>
<li>Medicash&nbsp;</li>
</ul>Next steps: Closing date: Midnight Tuesday 5th August 2025 Shortlisting date: W/C Monday 18th August 2025 Interview date: W/C Monday 25th August 2025 Interview type: Face-to-face InterviewWe reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Jane Sutton at <a href="mailto:Jane.Sutton@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jane.Sutton@liverpool.gov.uk</a>Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve.&nbsp;As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities.&nbsp;To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.&nbsp;If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. &nbsp;Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/9442/Trust-Wide_Service_Pupils_Support_Champion_-_JD_Sept_2025.pdf" target="_blank">Trust-Wide_Service_Pupils_Support_Champion_-_JD_Sept_2025</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/9443/Trust-Wide_Service_Pupils_Support_Champion_-Person_Spec_Sept_2025.pdf" target="_blank">Trust-Wide_Service_Pupils_Support_Champion_-Person_Spec_Sept_2025</a></li>
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Please apply online (see link below) or contact the school for further details, please DO NOT forward your CV.
Employment is with Corvus Learning Trust and not Bracknell Forest Council. The trust is very popular and for most posts a large number of applications are received - it is therefore not possible to notify all applicants of the outcome. Please accept that if you have not heard within two weeks of the closing date then, unfortunately, your application has been unsuccessful - in which case we offer our best wishes for the future.Equal Opportunities
The Corvus Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children&nbsp;and young people and expects all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment.&nbsp;An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for all posts.




This is a new and pivotal Trust-wide role&nbsp;specifically designed to address the impact of family mobility, deployment, and separation on Service pupils' education. The&nbsp;Service Pupils Support Champion&nbsp;will be instrumental in ensuring that Service children across all seven schools within the Corvus Learning Trust feel understood, supported, and achieve their full potential.
You will be responsible for building robust processes and understanding within each school, providing direct pastoral support, and improving the transition experiences for Service pupils. This will involve close collaboration with students, parents, school staff, and external military organisations.
If you have the skills, drive and experience to develop this role, we would love to hear from you.
In January 2025 Ofsted reported that:
&nbsp;“The school is well led. Staff feel supported and are on board with the leaders’ drive to improve the school further.”
"Pupils live up to the school’s values, showing respect for other and contributing to a positive school environment"
"Pupils are happy and safe thanks to the warm relationships with staff and strong pastoral care."
"The school has high expectations of what pupils can achieve. The school and the Trust have markedly improved the curriculum and how it is delivered."
"The school has introduced clear expectations for high-quality teaching. This helps pupils to remember what they have been taught and produce high-quality work ".
Should you have any questions regarding this role, please email Miss Read, PA to Headteacher:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cread@sandhurstschool.org.uk" target="_blank">cread@sandhurstschool.org.uk</a>
Please note: applicants may be invited to interview before the closing date, therefore please take the opportunity to apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to close the advert early should the right candidate apply.

Service Pupils Support Champion

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/9370/Candidate_Pack_-_Place_Directorate_-_June_2025.pdf" target="_blank">Candidate_Pack_-_Place_Directorate_-_June_2025</a></li>
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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



We have an exciting opportunity for a permanent, full-time Technical Clerk to join our team.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
<h3>About you...</h3>
As a Technical Clerk you will be part of a team who provide vital support to the planning function.&nbsp; This post will enable you to see future development as it is being planned.
You will have an eye for detail and ability to work to tight deadlines to provide a professional service both internally and externally.
As part of our team, you will be involved in providing ideas and contributing to on-going enhancement of our service.&nbsp;
<h3>About the team...</h3>
The Planning Department was a key instigator in achieving the wonderful town centre that we see today.&nbsp;
The Planning Section successfully achieved the adoption of our Borough Local Plan last year, promoting a balanced mix of development and green spaces. Throughout the process, we maintained open communication with residents to help shape a vibrant place to live and work.
The Technical Support team works closely with many other service areas throughout the council along with our Councillors and Parish Councils.&nbsp; This enables us to get comments and contributions from all areas of our communities during the planning process.
We are a positive, interactive team working cohesively to ensure a well organised efficient service is maintained.
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
As part of the Planning Support team, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks including checking and registering planning applications for new developments throughout the borough, issuing planning decision notices, facilitating the planning committee process and the appeals process.
We work closely with our Land Charges colleagues, Building Control and Parks and Countryside members of the team, plus the wider service areas.
In-house training is provided for all tasks and comprehensive written procedures are available. (Please see the job specification for further details).
<h3>Our benefits…&nbsp;</h3>
<ul>
<li>25 days* annual leave increasing to 28 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>
<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>
<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>
<li>Staff dental and health plans.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Supermarket discount.&nbsp;</li>
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*(pro rata for part time)
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3>Interview date...</h3>
Interviews will be held week commencing 18th August 2025.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?&nbsp;</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
Tracy Marlow - Planning Support Manager
Tel: 01344 351135
At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambitious and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for&nbsp;more details.
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Bracknell Forest Council

Technical Clerk - Planning

Job Title: Senior Technical Officer Starting Salary: £46,731 progressing to £51,802 per annum – pay award pending Hours: 37 Location: Stevenage with Countywide travel Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Adult Care Services<h4>About the team</h4>This is an exciting opportunity to join Hertfordshire Home Improvement Agency (HHIA) in our fast-paced DFG adaptations and income generating service. We are looking for Senior Technical Officer who is highly motivated, enthusiastic, and organised person, who can ensure consistent high levels of managerial support. You will join a friendly, dedicated and inclusive support team.The Hertfordshire Home Improvement Agency (HHIA) is part of an innovative amalgamation of resources from six districts coming together to provide a service that supports the independence of local residents. The aim of the HHIA is to create a better living experience through adaptation for residents of Hertfordshire. The HHIA can deliver this through a government grant known as the Disabled Facilities Grant.The Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG), which is means tested, helps to pay for essential home adaptations such as Level Access showers, stairlifts, ramps or to make other changes to the home to enable disabled children and adults to lead more independent lives.<h4>About the role</h4><ul><li>The Senior Technical officer would draw up plans, assess costs and draw up schemes of works for adaptations, produce tender documentation and support planning applications.</li><li>To monitor and supervise complex works while on site, liaising directly with building contractor when necessary and acts as the departmental emergency contact in relation to all works.</li><li>To undertake complex or sensitive technical work in line with Technical Officer role, but for which a higher level of authority/experience is required. For example; where the client has a complex disability.</li><li>Evaluate and sign off practical completion of works, agree defects list and remedial work, check quality and ensure that the site is left clean and tidy.</li><li>Liaise with the customer to ensure their satisfaction with the work before formally certifying completion.</li><li>To ensure all paperwork and records are kept up to date and are accurate in accordance with CDM and any other regulatory or statutory requirements</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively with OT, health and casework officers from across the council and other services.</li><li>Ensure projects deliver to agreed quality standards, timescales and budgets and programmes deliver benefits against targets.</li><li>Work with district HHIA Partnership, Housing associations, OTs to achieve required outcomes.</li><li>Ensure all systems operate smoothly and align with our quality standards.</li></ul> Every week is different and an opportunity to learn. Our team is involved in a hugely diverse set of services and initiatives, with opportunities to build new relationships and understand the important services we deliver to residents of Hertfordshire. The challenges are many, the reward of client being independent in their own homes through adaptations for the people that we support and seeing the changes that come from that make the efforts worthwhile.<h4>About you</h4>Essential Criteria<ul><li>Building, surveying or construction related qualification</li><li>Full UK Driving Licence</li><li>Experience of using CAD or other similar software</li><li>Experience of overseeing contractors on site</li><li>Experience of tender documents and costings</li><li>Experience of producing technical specifications and preparing contract documentation</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Understanding of Disabled Facilities Grant</li><li>Member of a construction related professional body</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Technical Services, level TEC12 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles: Technical servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:sabrina.kelly@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">sabrina.kelly@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: TBCBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Senior Technical Officer

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Job requirements: Welfare Assistant Permanent, Part Time – Term Time Only Monday to Friday 1 Hour 15 mins per day (6hr 15 mins per week)
Grade B, Scp 2 Required from Sept 2nd 2025 We are looking to appoint a hardworking and enthusiastic Welfare Assistant to help our children have a happy and enjoyable lunchtime, supervise children as they eat their dinners and help them play well together. The successful candidate will be required to work as part of a team. The role involves: Ø The supervision of children within the dining hall, ensuring that the environment is safe at all times Ø Ensuring that children are engaged in meaningful play Ø Ensuring that children enter and leave the playground in an orderly manner Ø The supervision of children within the classroom during bad weather Ø The supervision of children within the playground ensuring that there are no signs of bullying and encouraging purposeful play within a happy stimulating environment. Ø The issue of minor first aid and attention to children who are unwell. Ø Having a calm manner and a good sense of humour To assist with any other duties as from time to time which may be allocated by the Headteacher or Deputy Headteacher. 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. This post is subject to Local Government Pension Scheme Application form, job description and person specification can be downloaded from the links below. Completed applications forms should be sent via email F.A.O: Mrs C Maguire to: <a href="mailto:admin.lydiate@schools.sefton.gov.uk" target="_blank">admin.lydiate@schools.sefton.gov.uk</a>
 Please note that only applicants who are short-listed for this post will be contacted. 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 Criminal Records Bureau. The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Lunchtime Welfare Assistant

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This role offers an exciting opportunity to join the Property Services team in an ambitious and high-performing organisation. The team focuses on maximising the potential of the council’s land and property assets and provides efficient and professional estate management services across the council.
The ideal candidate will be a professional member&nbsp;of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors with strong commercial asset management skills.
A senior team member involved in the administration, acquisition, disposal, letting, valuation and strategic management of the council’s property assets.
If you feel you have the skills and experience required, we look forward to receiving your application.
For further information on working for the City of Lincoln Council, please visit: <a href="http://www.lincoln.gov.uk/jobs" target="_blank">www.lincoln.gov.uk/jobs</a>
Key responsibilities:
As a general practice Chartered Surveyor, the postholder will be expected to:
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<li>Undertake property management and lease work (mainly commercial) to protect the council’s interests, uphold compliances and maintain income.</li>
<li>Negotiate and undertake property transactions and dealings.</li>
<li>Assist the Strategic Property Services Manager in the development and implementation of the Asset Management Strategy and associated policies and plans.</li>
<li>Undertake valuations for various purposes including feasibility studies and appraisals.</li>
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The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:
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<li>Knowledge and experience of a broad range of property transactions, and commercial asset management skills.</li>
<li>Experience of managing staff, and the ability to work both individually and collaboratively as part of a working group.</li>
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Benefits we offer:
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<li>Flexible working options / Flexi time scheme.</li>
<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme (currently 23.4% employer contribution).</li>
<li>Employee online discount scheme (including cinema, retail / supermarkets and homeware / tech).</li>
<li>Health and Wellbeing support.</li>
<li>Sustainable Travel Options (Tax free bike scheme and discounted City parking).</li>
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Senior Estates Surveyor

About UsNorth Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.The RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and experienced Family Support Worker to join our Consult Team. The Consult Team are responsible for supporting the well being and stability for our Children in Care, through therapeutic interventions provided to children and their care givers. As a Family Support Worker you will work intensively with a small number of families, using evidence-based methods of intervention to support positive change for children, young people and their families.You will form purposeful relationships with families, working in a strengths-based way, using Signs of Safety to support families to keep their children safe, develop their parenting skills and improve school attendance. You will also support families to access appropriate specialist support, such as drug and alcohol services, or mental health services etc as necessary. You will work as part of a team providing specialist interventions and also provide advocacy for the family as requiredKey Responsibilities:<ul><li>You will use evidence-based methods of intervention working with young people and their carers or families. Success will be measured by positive outcomes for young people such as improved relationships between young people and their carers or family, safeguarding young people, engaging young people in learning, attendance, and generally improving behaviour, health and wellbeing for young people, and by raising participation in employment, education and training post 16.</li><li>Help deliver evidence-based parenting programmes and groups for children, as required.</li><li>Work as outlined in the plan for the child, young person or family (Children in Care). Agree with families and other agencies the aims and the purpose of your involvement, setting out, clear outcomes and improvements expected from the intervention.</li><li>Complete accurate and up-to-date records in line with our recording policy.</li></ul>This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.This position will be based in Weston-Super-Mare at Town Hall.Work StyleAt North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:<ul><li>2-3 days in the office</li><li>Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.</li><li>Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for an individual who is passionate about providing therapeutic support to children in Care and their care givers, and who possesses the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Proven experience of working directly with children and their families in difficult situations.</li><li>Knowledge of child development and safeguarding children.</li><li>Experience of delivering and leading groups.</li><li>Experience of ICT systems (email, word processing and spreadsheets)</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Experience and qualified to deliver life story work.</li><li>Experience and trained in therapeutic interventions, such as DDP (Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy), PACE (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, Empathy), VIG (Video interaction guidance) and Theraplay</li></ul>What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <a href="https://heyzine.com/flip-book/e562fd773b.html" target="_blank">Benefits booklet</a>.How to ApplyIf you share our <a href="https://n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/jobs-training/vision-values" target="_blank">vision and values</a>and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact:Alex Humphries,Team Manager for Children in Care Team B and Consult Service,at <a href="mailto:Alex.Humphries@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">Alex.Humphries@n-somerset.gov.uk</a> or Tel: 07824 085764Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: Friday 15 August 2025.Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.





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North Somerset Council

Family Support Worker

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Manor Park Primary School is a happy, supportive, and ambitious school that strives to provide the best possible learning opportunities to all the children that attend. At Manor Park, we believe that every child can SOAR to success. We aim to raise aspirations, inspire a life-long love of learning and create memories to last a lifetime. We celebrate our diversity, promote equality and strive to make a positive contribution to our community. In March 2023 OFSTED continued to judge us as GOOD overall.Our Values We are incredibly proud of our school and the children who come here to learn and soar to success. Our school, built in 1950, is a wellestablished part of the community and has a heritage which sees ex pupils returning as parents and even grandparents.&nbsp;Our core mission is to offer our wonderful children outstanding teaching and learning experiences and the very best opportunities, in and beyond the classroom. Learning at Manor Park is innovative, fun and exciting, capturing pupils’ interests and extending their knowledge and skills. We aim to raise aspirations, inspire a life-long love of learning and create memories to last a lifetime. As you explore the website, you will see the range of opportunities that our children have, and the local, national and global links we have forged. We are particularly proud of our Manor Park University which extends and enriches our curriculum offer. In addition, our excellent pastoral care ensures that all children are nurtured and thrive in a supportive and caring environment.What is the job role? <h6>Under the direction &amp; supervision of the Senior Strategic Site Manager &amp; School Business &amp; Operations Manager, this post will be responsible for:</h6><ul>
<li><h6>Maintaining clean, safe and secure school premises, which includes buildings and grounds</h6></li>
<li><h6>Carrying out cleaning, handyperson activities, routine maintenance and refurbishment, porterage, and minor repairs</h6></li>
<li><h6>Some supervision of the school cleaning staff</h6></li>
<li><h6>Promoting health and safety around the school</h6></li>
</ul>Who are we looking for? We are seeking a dependable team player with outstanding communication skills and the ability to manage maintenance and repair tasks efficiently. Flexibility is essential, as the role involves responding to the dynamic needs of a busy school environment. Experience in supervising a team of cleaners is desirable. The successful candidate will demonstrate a high level of attention to detail and uphold the highest standards in site presentation and cleanliness. A solid understanding of health and safety regulations, along with the ability to ensure full compliance across the site, is essential.Experience of working in a school environment would be desirable but not essential. &nbsp;This post is being advertised as full-time all year round, but could be a term-time only contract for the right candidate.School visits are welcome &amp; can be arranged by contacting the Business Manager,&nbsp;<a href="mailto:admin@manorpark.coventry.sch.uk" target="_blank">admin@manorpark.coventry.sch.uk</a>Interviews week commencing 11th August 2025Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.&nbsp;Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

Site Service Officer

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We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced&nbsp;Pensions Manager&nbsp;to lead our dedicated Pensions Team within the Employee Support section. This is a pivotal role responsible for ensuring the effective delivery of pension services across the Council, schools, and commercial clients, covering LGPS, NHS, and Teachers’ Pension Schemes.
As Pensions Manager, you will oversee a team of Pensions Officers and Assistants, ensuring compliance with legislation, delivering accurate calculations, and driving continuous improvement in service delivery. You will also play a key role in shaping pension policy, managing projects, and supporting strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
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<li>Lead and manage the Pensions Team, ensuring high standards and clear service objectives.</li>
<li>Interpret and implement pension legislation and policy updates.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with Auto Enrolment and all relevant pension schemes.</li>
<li>Liaise with external bodies including LGPS, NHS Pensions, and Teachers’ Pensions.</li>
<li>Manage pension calculations, capital cost budgets, and policy development.</li>
<li>Provide training and guidance to staff and stakeholders.</li>
<li>Deputise for the Service Manager Employee Support when required.</li>
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About You
We’re looking for someone with:
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<li>Proven experience managing a pensions function, ideally within a local authority.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of pension scheme regulations and employment law.</li>
<li>Experience working with HR/Payroll systems such as Midland iTrent.</li>
<li>Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.</li>
<li>A proactive, detail-oriented approach with the ability to manage sensitive cases with empathy.</li>
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Essential Qualifications &amp; Experience
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<li>Educated to degree level or equivalent professional experience.</li>
<li>Experience with Local Government terms and conditions (Blue Book, Green Book, Teachers’ Pay).</li>
<li>Strong understanding of annual and monthly pension returns processes.</li>
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Why Join Us:
You’ll be part of a supportive team that values innovation, efficiency, and collaboration. Your role will directly impact the smooth running of council operations, making a real difference in maintaining high standards of service delivery.
Flexible working arrangements and a commitment to work-life balance.
If you're ready to take on a dynamic role in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today and be a key part of our mission to maintain and enhance the Council’s HR and Payroll systems and associated processes
What we offer:
Fantastic terms and conditions; local government pension scheme, enhanced sick pay scheme and family friendly leave with pay, agile/flexible working opportunities and access to occupational health services.
Generous annual leave entitlement of 28 days increasing to 33 days after 5 years continual service in addition to 8 bank holidays.
A supportive, collaborative working culture
Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development
The chance to make a lasting impact in a forward-thinking local authority
Closing Date: 6th August 2025
Interviews to be held 13th and 14th August 2025

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council

Pensions Manager

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Are you passionate about public access to the countryside? Have excellent project management experience, with proven success of leading a small team in delivering countryside services? Do you have extensive knowledge and experience of managing a protected landscape for visitors to enjoy? Are you passionate about the protection of natural habitats and historic landscapes? &nbsp;We seek a dedicated individual to help us conserve and protect Epping Forest alongside a growing number of visitors.
About Us
Epping Forest stretches from London’s East End for 14 miles out into Essex and covers over 6000 acres along with a further 2000 acres of ‘buffer land’ and receives around 11 million visits each year. Two thirds of the Forest is designated as Special Site of Scientific Interest (SSSI) and Special Area of Conservation (SAC) and is home to over 50,000 veteran trees, over 100 ponds and lakes, two registered parks, 4 ancient monuments, and 8 listed buildings.
The role
Reporting to the Head of Land Agency, you will help to implement and deliver strategic access management and visitor mitigation across Epping Forest and its associated Buffer Land. You will promote use of the Epping Forest Estate through implementation of the Strategic Access Management and Mitigation Strategy (SAMMS) project, develop sustainable links to neighbouring green spaces and public transport and promote responsible use of the Forest to ensure protection of its natural aspect. You will also
Our ideal Candidate&nbsp;
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<li>Has experience in countryside access and land-based management and conservation.</li>
<li>Has a passion of championing countryside access</li>
<li>Has experience of project management</li>
<li>Has experience of stakeholder engagement</li>
<li>Has experience of supervising staff and leading volunteer tasks.</li>
<li>Has experience in frontline visitor service and prioritises customer service excellence.&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
<li>Has experience of risk management, including writing risk assessments, to comply with health and safety legislation and the safety of public, staff and volunteers in an open space environment.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Has excellent verbal and written communication skills and is IT literate with experience of standard Microsoft packages and database use.</li>
<li>Holds a full UK driving licence.</li>
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Benefits Include
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<li>Competitive salary starting at £44,930 outer London pay scale, depending on experience (clear incremental progress points).</li>
<li>28 days annual leave plus public holidays (or time in lieu where applicable).</li>
<li>Pension scheme operated in accordance with Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Employee assistance programmes including mental well-being support.</li>
<li>Bicycle Loan scheme</li>
<li>Travel card scheme</li>
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Closing date:&nbsp;Midday on Monday 25th August 2025
To apply online please click the&nbsp;Apply&nbsp;online button below.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24 hr answerphone) quoting reference number&nbsp;OENV691&nbsp;if you experience any difficulties.&nbsp; A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.&nbsp;
The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.&nbsp;
We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we receive a high number of applications.&nbsp;
Because our roles are so varied, we don’t have a ‘one size fits all’ policy for workplace attendance. How many days a week you’ll be required to attend your workplace will depend on the requirements of your role. It’s important that you understand the requirements before applying to ensure you are able to meet them. We are committed to considering requests to work flexibly and job share. Requests will be considered by the recruiting manager in line with our policies and business needs.&nbsp;
For more information on our categories for workplace attendance, please view our guide&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.cityoflondon.gov.uk/working-here/" target="_blank">here</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
We will be reviewing this policy and approach at regular intervals to ensure we’re meeting our attendance needs.&nbsp;

Access and Development Manager

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We are seeking a motivated and forward-thinking Planning Policy Officer to join our dynamic Planning Policy Team. In this role, you will play a key part in delivering the team’s objectives and enhancing the quality of planning services across the district.&nbsp;You will actively engage with the local community and embrace new technologies to ensure our services are modern, responsive, and efficient.Our benefits 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>.What will you be doing? Your contribution will be vital in supporting the Team Leader and Head of Service in the preparation and review of Local Development Documents, including the Local Plan and its associated components such as the evidence base, community engagement activities, consultation documents, Sustainability Appraisals, Authorities Monitoring Reports, and neighbourhood plans.&nbsp;You will also take the lead in developing planning policies and proposals, working closely with other council services, partner authorities, and agencies to ensure effective implementation.The role involves providing planning policy advice at both formal and informal Council meetings and contributing to the overall delivery of a high-quality, value-for-money service. You will help manage the day-to-day operations of the Planning Policy team while adhering to both policy and operational guidelines.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to make a meaningful impact in shaping local development through collaborative, proactive, and community-focused planning work.About you To be successful in this role, you must be a Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) and hold a planning-related degree or diploma that is recognised by the RTPI.&nbsp;This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to local planning in a supportive, collaborative environment.About us 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.

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Are you passionate about horticulture, grounds maintenance and gardening?Would you like to improve our award winning parks and further improve our other parks to a high standard?&nbsp;Would like to gain formal qualifications and experience at Brighton &amp; Hove City Council’s City Parks Department?&nbsp;If so, then you have found the right place.We have an exciting opportunity for a Gardening apprentice studying the Level 2 <a href="https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeships/st0225-v1-2" target="_blank">Horticulture Operative</a> apprenticeship. The Department is responsible for upkeep of parks, housing, sports pitches, planting, weeding, mowing, strimming, public interaction, monitoring safety as well as the less glamourous functions like daily checks for litter and waste.Our current apprentice Sam says:'Doing the horticulture and landscaping apprenticeship with the council has been a good experience for me so far. My highlights have been being able to learn at college whilst also having a full time job and also meeting all of my class mates from college who are also starting out and doing the same kind of thing. It's helped me get into this industry which before I had no experience in and was struggling to get interviews for jobs. I've learnt a lot from my mentor and work colleagues too who have always been supportive and happy to help me learn about the job.'There’s lots more information below and in the links but if you want to have an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Sarah Carlisle - Operations Manager by email <a href="mailto:sarah.carlisle@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">sarah.carlisle@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a>.If you would like to discuss eligibility please email the Apprenticeship Team on <a href="mailto:apprenticeships@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">apprenticeships@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a>Interviews: w/c 25/08/2025Provisional Start Date: Sept/Oct 2025 TBC<h2>About the role</h2>The Intermediate <a href="https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/horticulture-or-landscape-construction-operative-v1-1" target="_blank">Horticultural Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship</a> is run by Plumpton College who are responsible for supporting you with your learning, online recording of evidence of competence, off the job training and carrying out assessments of competence in roles using various machines and tools etc. Your work experience will be linked to the knowledge, skills and behaviours in the apprenticeship standard and once you are competent in all these areas you will take an independently monitored End Pont Assessment before successfully completing. You will receive additional support if required, from a nominated workplace mentor, throughout the duration of the Apprenticeship.Delivery is one day a week at Plumpton College so you would need to be able to travel to Plumpton College. &nbsp;Further learning will occur in the workplace.You will gain knowledge in all areas of horticultural operations, for example, mowing, strimming, hedge trimming, planting, pruning, rotovating, site preparation, turfing, seeding and weeding. &nbsp;You will also learn customer service skills as well as gaining invaluable experience in the workplace in applying and putting this learning into practice. &nbsp;You will build and develop inclusive working relationships with colleagues, customers and other stakeholders from all diverse backgrounds. You will work within a supportive team to meet the requirements of the service. Additionally, you will learn how to assist in more advanced horticultural operations for example, pruning, planting, bedding, compaction reduction and potentially design.You will develop a number of other skills including identifying and eradicating horticultural pests and diseases, maintaining sports pitches, identifying hazards and taking remedial action. You will also follow Health and Safety policies, procedures and risk assessments and taught how to carry out playground inspections and maintain reports to satisfactory agreed standards. You will learn how to complete pre-use checks and basic maintenance on tools, equipment, machinery and vehicles to ensure they are in good and safe working order. You will comply with &nbsp;Health and Safety regulations and report any defects to the Team Leader.You will self-motivated and be able to work independently as well as part of a diverse and inclusive team.You will be enthusiastic, creative, have a willingness to learn.You will have a passion for horticulture and a vision to develop within the industry. The apprenticeship is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in horticulture.Standard working hours are 7.30-3.30 (this may vary)Although this is a fixed term position, the ongoing Apprenticeship programme has been specifically designed to train committed and dedicated individuals. &nbsp;There may be opportunities to be the future Operatives, Team leaders and Managers if you have the right passion, outlook and commitment and where vacancies arise.As well as the job related experience and apprenticeship qualification, you will receive all the benefits and opportunities of being an employee of Brighton &amp; Hove City Council, one of the City’s largest employers. As an Apprentice, you are eligible for an apprentice NUS discount card and can take advantage of the Catch the bus4work scheme and bus travel discounts with Brighton &amp; Hove buses. See <a href="https://www.buses.co.uk/students" target="_blank">https://www.buses.co.uk/students</a>.The duration of the apprenticeship will be c22 months, depending on experienceNB. This may be amended should you have any applicable prior learning and your contract will end on successful completion of the apprenticeship.Please note, your application will be shared with the training provider and you will be required to attend an information session at Plumpton College which will include an English and Maths assessment to assess level of ability to confirm eligibility prior to an offer being confirmed. Please inform us if you have any reasonable adjustments for the interview.Hear what our other apprentices have to say by watching this <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEnB_ZrwiXQ" target="_blank">video</a>.Entry RequirementsPlease see the Essential Criteria listed in the Person Specification section of the Job Description for the particular requirements of this role.Please note, if you are successful at interview your application will be shared with the training provider and an informal interview and assessments will take place with them to confirm eligibility prior to an offer being confirmed.Please declare your qualifications in the application as this may affect eligibility.<h2>Company information</h2>Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/apply-job-council/encouraging-diverse-workforce" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a>.

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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>We are seeking a motivated and forward-thinking Planning Policy Officer to join our dynamic Planning Policy Team. In this role, you will play a key part in delivering the team’s objectives and enhancing the quality of planning services across the district.&nbsp;You will actively engage with the local community and embrace new technologies to ensure our services are modern, responsive, and efficient.<h2>Additional information</h2>To be successful in this role, you must be a Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) and hold a planning-related degree or diploma that is recognised by the RTPI.&nbsp;This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to local planning in a supportive, collaborative environment.<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.

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Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



We have an exciting opportunity for a Social Worker, on full-time, permanent basis, to join our Community team for People with Learning Disabilities (CTPLD), within Adult Social Care.&nbsp;
If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and bring your skills and passion to a values-driven team, we would love to hear from you.
<h3>About you...</h3>
We are looking for a Social Worker who is passionate about making a real difference in the lives of adults with Learning Disabilities and Autism.
You will be a dedicated and compassionate professional who is organised, creative and an excellent communicator. You will be committed to empowering individuals to live fulfilling and independent lives and focused on delivering high-quality, person-centred support.
To be successful in this role, you will hold a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Work England. You will have a strong understanding of, and commitment to, safeguarding vulnerable adults and promoting their welfare.
Your role will involve working collaboratively with individuals, families and professionals to develop effective care plans, while upholding the highest standards of social work practice.&nbsp;
You will be provided with a laptop and a mobile phone to enable remote working when required.
<h3>About the team...</h3>
The Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities (CTPLD) and Autism is a vibrant and collaborative team with a shared ethos of compassion, inclusion and excellence. We pride ourselves on our positive team dynamic and a culture of mutual support. Working closely with colleagues across the wider service, we draw on a wealth of specialist knowledge to provide the best possible support to the individuals we serve.
Based in the Southeast, Bracknell Forest is a welcoming and well-connected unitary authority in Berkshire, just 28 miles west of London, near Reading and conveniently located between the M3 and M4 corridors. The area offers the perfect blend of urban convenience and scenic countryside.
At Bracknell Forest, our staff are our greatest asset. You will benefit from regular supervision, access to high-quality training and opportunities to grow your professional skills and pursue your areas of interest.
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
You will hold a case load of people with Learning Disabilities and Autism and will be required to fulfil statutory duties on behalf of the service. The post involves assessment, support planning and review, direct work with people who have a Learning Disability and or Autism as well as general case management duties.
<h3>Our benefits...</h3>
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<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>
<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>
<li>Flexible working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>
<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>
<li>Staff dental and health plans.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Supermarket discount.&nbsp;</li>
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<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3>Interview date...</h3>
Interviews will be held week commencing the 11th August&nbsp;2025.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?&nbsp;</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Claire Curd - Assistant Community Services Manager
Tel: 01344 354466
Nakita Baptiste - Assistant Community Services Manager
Tel: 01344 354466
At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambitious and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.
Social Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the Council.&nbsp;
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
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Social Worker - CTPLD Adult Social Care

About UsNorth Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.The RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and experienced social worker or registered health professional to join our Safeguarding Adults Team. The Safeguarding Adults Team are responsible for leading safeguarding adults work across the council.In this role, you will be responsible, under the supervision of the safeguarding adults manager, for the supervision and day to day practice leadership of a team of safeguarding adults officers which includes two nurses, social workers and adult social care workers to undertake all aspects of operational safeguarding work. From coordinating the local authority response to safeguarding adults concerns through S.42(1) decisions and undertaking S.42(2) safeguarding adults enquiries.The role involves chairing safeguarding adults meetings and leading ‘service level’ safeguarding responses to concerns around organisational abuse. Whilst significant experience in safeguarding adults work is essential, you will receive support to develop the skills to become an expert in this area of work.It is a high-profile role that also involves undertaking service monitoring activities, and work with a wide variety of multi-agency partners. You will also support other adult care teams in their complex safeguarding responses and provide advice and guidance on safeguarding adults matters to local authority and multi-agency partners.You will have the opportunity to play a key role in supporting the work of the safeguarding adults board sub-groups, policy and process development and training.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Have a central role in managing and planning safeguarding adults responses and be responsible for chairing Safeguarding Adult meetings where there are issues of particular complexity i.e. systemic abuse in care homes, multiple adults at risk of abuse or complex familial/carer situations.</li></ul><ul><li>Have a central, highly visible and influential role in managing and planning the Safeguarding Adults process for those who are at risk of abuse within an extensive multi-agency professional network</li></ul><ul><li>Operating as a point of contact for specialist safeguarding advice and guidance to practitioners across adult social care and partner organisations.</li></ul><ul><li>Assist in promoting an organisational culture which puts adults at risk at risk at the centre of safeguarding work and which places a high value on professional practice in North Somerset.</li></ul><ul><li>Undertake supervision of a multi-disciplinary group of Safeguarding Adults Officers including Nurses, Social Workers and Adult Social Care Workers.</li></ul><ul><li>Play a key role in triage and waiting list management</li></ul><ul><li>Have an influential role in developing council, multi-agency and team safeguarding processes and procedures.</li></ul>This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.Work StyleAt North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:<ul><li>2-3 days in the office</li><li>Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.</li><li>Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for an individual who is passionate about promoting people’s rights and strengths while protecting adults at risk from abuse, and who possesses the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Must possess a relevant professional qualification in Health or social Social Care e.g. Social Work, Occupational Therapy or Nursing</li><li>Must be registered with the relevant professional body.</li><li>Significant post-qualifying experience in Safeguarding Adults</li><li>Experience of chairing meetings</li><li>Experience of adult abuse/safeguarding investigations</li><li>Experience of interagency and multi-disciplinary working</li><li>Experience of working with a range of statutory, independent and voluntary sector providers i.e. Police, CQC, care homes etc</li><li>Comprehensive knowledge and significant experience of relevant legislation and procedures</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Experience of chairing safeguarding adults meetings</li><li>Experience of overseeing the practice of others</li></ul>What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <a href="https://heyzine.com/flip-book/e562fd773b.html" target="_blank">Benefits booklet</a>.How to ApplyIf you share our <a href="https://n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/jobs-training/vision-values" target="_blank">vision and values</a>and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact James Wright, Safeguarding Adults Manager, at <a href="mailto:james.wright@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">james.wright@n-somerset.gov.uk</a> or 07917228408.Due to annual leave, please contact Donna Palmer, Head of Service at <a href="mailto:donna.palmer@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">donna.palmer@n-somerset.gov.uk</a> between 28 July and 11Th August.Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: Friday 22 August 2025.Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.





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Senior Safeguarding Adults Officer

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Information Governance Officer to join our Policy and Performance team. You will play a vital role in supporting the council&amp;©s compliance with data protection laws and Freedom of Information (FOI)/Environmental Information Regulations (EIR), helping to embed a strong information rights culture across the organisation.You will be responsible for co-ordinating and managing FOI, EIR and Subject Access Requests, and providing expert advice to staff on complex FOI/public interest issues, exemptions, and data protection queries along with:Supporting Data Protection Impact Assessments and Records of Processing Activities.Investigating and advising on serious personal data breaches, complaints, and regulatory actions.Promoting awareness of data governance policies, maintaining intranet and transparency pages.Assisting in the delivery of FOI and data protection training to officers and elected Members.Contributing to cross-council projects, business continuity and emergency planning operations.In order to be competent in this role it is essential that you have a strong understanding of UK GDPR, DPA 2018, FOI Act and EIR, along with having:Experience in managing FOI/SARs and advising on data protection in a complex organisation.Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex legislation in plain English.An eye for detail, a drive for continual improvement, and a passion for public service transparency.A professional GDPR qualification would be desirable.Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/omrhtovt/7105a-information-governance-officer-june-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description</a>For an informal discussion about the role please contact Tom Swain, Senior Governance &amp; Data Protection Officer 01233 330432When applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community<ul></ul>

Information Governance Officer

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>At Southwark Council, we don’t just manage buildings – we create places that matter. As Assistant Director of Corporate Facilities Management, you’ll lead the charge in reimagining how our buildings and their maintenance support our frontline services, staff, and communities. With nearly 500 assets under your remit, you’ll play a critical role in supporting one of the largest, most complex and rewarding estates portfolios in local government. Here’s why this role is a game-changer: <ul><li>Impact with scale: Support 5,000+ staff and influence a borough-wide transformation through Southwark 2030 – our vision for a fair, green and safe borough.</li><li>Portfolio with purpose: Oversee high-profile projects including multi-million-pound capital investments and workplace fit-outs.</li><li>Leadership with autonomy: Report directly to the Director of People &amp; Organisational Development, leading a high-performing team of senior specialists with the freedom to shape and deliver your strategic vision.</li></ul><h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4>We are looking for someone who is meticulous, highly skilled and driven by public service with a track-record in driving transformation and creating a legacy. This job will involve the following: <ul><li>Leading the strategic and operational delivery of FM services across Southwark’s corporate estate</li><li>Designing long-term procurement and contract strategies that bring national policy and local priorities to life</li><li>Reinforcing a strong health &amp; safety culture and ensuring full legal and regulatory compliance</li><li>Overseeing complex capital and maintenance projects aligned to borough regeneration and service transformation</li><li>Driving innovation and sustainability in estate management, supporting our decarbonisation and inclusive design goals</li><li>Managing high-value budgets and delivering services that offer both quality and value for money</li><li>Building strong internal and external partnerships that enable change, improvement, and accountability</li><li>Advising senior leaders, including the Chief Executive and Cabinet, on FM strategy, risk and performance</li></ul><h4>What We're Looking For</h4><ul><li>A strategic thinker with senior-level leadership experience in facilities or estate management.</li><li>Degree-level educated (or equivalent), with a relevant professional qualification (e.g. BIFM, IWFM, CIPS)</li><li>Deep knowledge of FM best practices in a public sector context, with a sharp focus on compliance, procurement, value for money and sustainability</li><li>A proven track record in leading major refurbishments, relocations, or capital projects</li><li>Excellent communication and influencing skills, confident working with senior political and executive leaders</li><li>A collaborative, innovative, and empowering leadership style</li><li>A proven track record of leading high-performing teams in a fast-paced, customer-centric environment.</li><li>Sharp problem-solving ability with an eye for continuous improvement and innovation.</li><li>Tech-savvy with Microsoft Office proficiency and the ability to get the best from digital tools.</li><li>You’ll enjoy a hybrid working pattern, combining flexible home working with 3 days working from various sites across the borough.</li><li>We are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship for this role.</li></ul><h4>Additional Information</h4>About Southwark CouncilSouthwark Council is the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with many social enterprises and we have a young, diverse, and growing population. At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Working for Southwark Council – Southwark </a>Salary Range: £83,964 - £105,096 This post attracts an additional benefit to the value of £3,503 PA for staff which can be used for benefits or taken as cash. Application Closing Date: 11.59pm on 4th of August 2025Stakeholder Panel Interview: W/C 18th of August 2025Final Interview Date: W/C 25th of August 2025 We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian, and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council. Guaranteed Interview SchemeAs 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>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, in which case we will move the key dates for the process. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2552540&amp;ptId=105843" target="_blank">Job Description &amp; Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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Assistant Director Corporate Facilities Management

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4> Southwark is a dynamic, forward-thinking borough at the heart of London. As the largest social landlord in the capital, we manage 55,000 homes and support a population that is young, diverse, and full of potential. Our business community is thriving, with over 18,300 enterprises, including iconic venues and innovative start-ups. We’re committed to delivering fairer outcomes for all, and our work is shaped by Southwark Stands Together – our commitment to tackling inequality, racism, and injustice. Our refreshed Borough Plan places our communities at the centre of decision-making, ensuring Southwark continues to be a place where everyone can thrive. Join us and be part of a council that is proud of its ambition, connected to its residents, and driven by purpose.<h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4> We have an exciting opportunity for a Enforcement Officer to join our Licensing Team, supporting the delivery of a safe, fair, and well-regulated borough. Reporting to the Principal Enforcement Officer – Licensing, you will play a key role in the administration and enforcement of a broad range of licensing legislation. This includes the Licensing Act 2003, Gambling Act 2005, and taxi and private hire licensing.Your work will include: • Assessing and processing licence applications • Conducting compliance checks and inspections • Leading enforcement operations, including occasional out-of-hours work • Investigating potential offences and preparing prosecution reports • Presenting evidence at court and licensing hearingsThis is a varied and high-profile role that will see you work closely with residents, businesses, partner agencies, and colleagues across the council. <h4>What We're Looking For</h4>We’re seeking a confident and experienced licensing professional with strong knowledge of the legislation and a proactive, hands-on approach to enforcement.You will have: • Proven experience administering and issuing licences across multiple regimes • A solid understanding of licensing legislation and enforcement procedures • Strong investigative and inspection skills • Experience preparing legal reports and giving evidence in court • Excellent communication skills with the ability to work with people at all levels and handle challenging situations effectivelyThis is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a regulatory environment and is passionate about public protection, fair licensing, and working in a diverse and fast-paced London borough.<h4>Additional Information</h4>Closing date: Sunday 10 August 2025Interviews: W/c 25 August 2025Guaranteed 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:• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans • Are currently in care, or have previously been in care • If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health conditionWe are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.





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Enforcement Officer (Licensing)

Swimming teachers Assistant Coach - £12.45 - £12.65 per hourCoach - £13.47 - £14.13 per hour(pay award pending)Active4Today is looking to recruit several qualified swimming teachers to deliver lessons within our jam packed lesson programme after school and on Saturday mornings at Southwell, Dukeries and Newark. We need swimming teachers that have achieved their qualifications through the Swimming Teachers Association or Swim England, which could be the STA Award or Certificate in swimming teaching or Swim England Level 1 or Level 2 awards. The qualification held will determine the hourly rate of pay. There are 2 vacancies available at each site, therefore 6 in total. Please make it clear on your application which centre would be your preference. In return, we offer excellent terms and conditions which include: <ul><li>Discounted access to the Company fitness and children’s membership packages</li><li>Contributory pension scheme at 18.6% employer contribution</li><li>An employee training programme that gives everyone the opportunity to learn the skills they need to unlock and fulfil their potential</li><li>Available courses include leisure duty manager level 3. For further information about our training programmes visit <a href="https://lifetimetraining.co.uk/" target="_blank">Empowered Skills Training | Lifetime Training</a></li></ul>For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Martin Picker on 01636 655780.Interviews will take place on Thursday 28th August at Southwell Leisure Centre.Applications must be submitted through the iTrent web recruitment portal using the following link <a href="https://ce0799li.webitrent.com/ce0799li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=3373962BPM" target="_blank">ITrent Web Recruitment Portal</a>. Your application should address the ‘Essential’ criteria set out in the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. Applicants are also encouraged to set out how they address any relevant ‘Desirable’ criteria.<ul></ul>

Newark & Sherwood District Council

Coaching staff for swimming

Health Safe Behaviour Team (HSB) Grade 5 HSB Clinical Practitioner (Practitioner Psychologist / Senior Social Worker) 4 posts3x permanent / full time at 36.5hrs 1x fixed term 12 months full time at 36.5hrs (review at 12 months) An exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced psychologists and social workers who are keen to support children and young people who display sexually harmful behaviour, to join our Healthy Safe Behaviours team (HSB). We are keen to invite those with a clinical or forensic psychology qualification and senior social workers to join our developing team. The HSB team sits alongside the Therapeutic Emotional Support Service (TESS) delivering consultation, assessment, intervention and support to children and young people who display harmful sexual behaviour between the ages of 7-17 years. The HSB team adopts a relational and systemic approach and delivers bespoke and tailored interventions and programmes of education and support to children, young people and their parents and caregivers, regarding harmful sexualised behaviours. The team has recently gone through a period of transition and review to ensure we continue to align with best practice and evidence-based approaches to service delivery, making this an exciting time to join our team.The HSB team works collaboratively with our partner agencies forming close working arrangements with the wider Birmingham Children’s Trust Early Help support network, Child in Needs teams, Safeguarding and Children in Care services, Birmingham Youth Justice Service, Police, and our local CAMHS service known as Forward Thinking Birmingham.The team is currently comprised of a Team Manager and two Aim 3 Practitioners. We are looking to recruit 4 additional team members from a social work and applied practitioner psychology background, who can demonstrate their experience and skills in understanding vulnerable children, young people and their families and supporting them to respond to and manage risk of harmful sexualised behaviour and to make positive changes towards healthy, safe behaviour.1 short-term 12-month contract post will have a focus on support to our Early Help network offering consultation, advice, and guidance to Early Help colleagues, including support to children, young people and their families. This post will be subject to a continued review. Successful applicants will be joining an organisation and service committed to continuous improvement, striving to deliver excellence and embracing best practice, innovation, creativity and research.We are looking for candidates with passion, motivation and enthusiasm to:<ul> <li>deliver a high-quality service to children, families, caregivers and victims of harmful sexualised behaviour.</li> <li>with both the experience and skills matched to the relevant job description and person specification.</li> <li>have a desire to work with and alongside others, to learn, innovate and deliver improvements.</li> <li>an individual who can work independently and as part of a team.</li> <li>with a desire to work directly with children, young people and their families who have experienced significant adversity and traumatic experiences. </li> <li>are an individual who has experience of working alongside children who display harmful sexualised behaviours.</li></ul>We will provide you with access to training, regular professional supervision, and on-going support.If you have experience of working with children and young people, and their families and caregivers where harmful sexualised behaviour is evident, and you are positive, passionate and committed to making a difference and enjoy the challenge this brings, we would love to hear from you. We are looking for applicants who can demonstrate an interest in evidence-based practice and research and who are keen to develop their knowledge and skills within this specialism. If you share our commitment and passion in making a lasting difference for vulnerable children and young people and can work as part of a team, we would like to hear from you. To be considered for this role please include a supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the competencies required as outlined in the attached person specification. For more information, please contact Lucia Malin, HSB Team Manager <a href="mailto:Lucia.Malin@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Lucia.Malin@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a> or Lee Vince, TESS &amp; HSB Head of Service <a href="mailto:Lee.Vince@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Lee.Vince@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a> Closing date: midnight 17th August 2025Interviews will take place on: 9th &amp; 10th September 2025We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection. This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children's Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting.This is a hybrid role based in Birmingham so you must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship. Help 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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