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



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<li>Are you looking for a role that fits in with school hours?</li>
<li>Are you good at working in a team and developing good relationships with both children and adults?</li>
<li>Do you think that every child has the right to a happy and safe time at school all day, every day, supported by caring adults who always strive to be the ultimate role model?</li>
<li>Do you have an hour and a half a day spare where you could help our school become the best it can be? (3, 4 or 5 days per week available)
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If so, here at College Town Primary School we are currently recruiting for a lunchtime controller to join our supportive team.
Hours: 11.50 am&nbsp; – 1.20 pm, Monday to Friday, term time only (Flexible option of 3, 4 or 5 days per week available)
Start date: As soon as possible when we return in September, but will wait for the right candidate if necessary.&nbsp; 
If you have any questions or require any further information please contact the school and we will reply on our return in September. Email: <a href="mailto:secretary@collegetownprimary.com" target="_blank">secretary@collegetownprimary.com</a>.&nbsp;

Lunchtime Controller

<h4> Job Description </h4>Overview Harrow Council is seeking a Youth Justice Service (YJS) Practitioner to join our multi-agency, multi-professional team on a maternity cover basis.The post holder will work in conjunction with other agencies, assisting with the planning, development and delivery of services for young people who have offended or are at risk of offending. In addition, you will take responsibility for the planning and delivery of individual programmes to prevent young people from becoming involved in crime and for those who have already offended, implementing these programmes with other Youth Justice Service workers.The successful candidate will provide advice and consultation as appropriate to partner agencies on their work involving young people who have offended.Although the role is based within an office environment, it will require client home visits and other external meetings across the local authority area, and beyond, including work in courts and the secure estate. About You The successful candidate will have:<ul><li>Knowledge of the Children Act, all Criminal Justice Acts, Crime and Disorder Act 1998, National Standards and other relevant legislation and guidance.</li><li>Knowledge of Court procedures and sentencing options.</li><li>An understanding of the key issues related to Social Inclusion and the needs of disaffected young people.</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of issues relating to young people within the criminal justice system.</li><li>Experience of working within a Youth Justice Service or with young people who are disadvantaged.</li><li>Experience of analysing complex information to assist in managing risk and vulnerability.</li><li>Experience of evidence based writing.</li><li>Experience of writing succinct reports for a wide range of audiences including court.</li><li>Level 4 qualification in a relevant discipline (such a Social Work, Criminology, Psychology or Probation) or Professional Certificate in Effective Practice.</li></ul>This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. Related Documents For more information, please refer to the <a href="https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=7288&amp;hashed=-2601294" target="_blank">Role Profile/Selection Criteria</a><h4>About us</h4> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.<h4>Other information</h4> Support for candidates visit:<a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&amp;categoryId=210277" target="_blank">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11" target="_blank">below G11</a> and <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11" target="_blank">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council" target="_blank"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a><h4>Important Note</h4> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice" target="_blank">equality statement</a>. As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting <a href="www.cifas.org.uk/fpn">www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a> 





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Youth Justice Service (YJS) Practitioner

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £37,938 - £40,476 a year plus £963 essential car user allowance plus £5,500 market supplement allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Permanent&nbsp;Are you a dedicated and experienced Social Worker ready to take the next step in your career? Join our passionate and supportive team working with children, young people, and families to make a real and lasting difference.About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Social Worker to support children and young people with complex needs and risks. In this dynamic and rewarding role, you will:- Work directly with children, young people, and their families to provide targeted support and protection.- Conduct in-depth assessments, including parenting assessments and statutory visits.- Plan and implement appropriate, multi-agency interventions and service provisions.- Mentor and coach less experienced social workers, offering guidance and joint working opportunities.- Collaborate effectively with internal colleagues and external partner agencies.- Support the development of best practices and procedures aligned with Social Work Professional Standards.- Assist Managers in meeting key performance indicators and delivering high-quality outcomes.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>We are looking for a confident, compassionate professional with the ability to manage complex cases independently. You will have:- Substantial post-qualifying experience in social work, ideally within Children and Family Services.- Proven ability to make sound professional judgements in challenging, multi-disciplinary environments.- Experience working on complex cases involving vulnerability and risk, with minimal supervision.- Strong communication skills – both written and verbal – with the ability to engage diverse audiences, including children and professionals.- In-depth knowledge of legislation and statutory responsibilities relevant to children’s services.- A thorough understanding of social disadvantage, child development, and family dynamics.- Clear awareness of eligibility criteria and thresholds concerning need and risk of significant harm.- Registration with Social Work England.- A recognised Social Work degree, diploma, or equivalent qualification.<h2>About us</h2>Luton Council has been selected to deliver the government’s Families First for Children Pathfinder programme.Luton is one of seven new areas in the second wave to be chosen with the aim of protecting vulnerable children from harm and improving services to help more children stay with their families in safe and loving homes.The programme is an amazing opportunity for Luton to shape future social care practice, which includes closer working relationships with our health, police, education and voluntary sector partners.Children are at the heart of everything we do in Luton, and we are very proud of the tremendous work that is already taking place together with our partners, including the development of our Family Hubs and working towards making Luton a child-friendly town where our children and young people can grow up feeling happy, healthy and secure.Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.<h2>Additional information</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: <ul><li>From 25&nbsp;to 32&nbsp;days’ annual leave:&nbsp;linked to length of service and grade</li><li>Buying annual leave scheme:&nbsp;buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li><li>Career Pathways:&nbsp;step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li><li>Pension scheme:&nbsp;with generous employer contributions of up to&nbsp;20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li><li>Generous relocation package:&nbsp;up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme:&nbsp;a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li><li>Work/life balance:&nbsp;flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</li><li>Training and support:&nbsp;unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li><li>Staff offers:&nbsp;includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li><li>Arriva Travel Club:&nbsp;great value savings on local bus travel</li><li>Friday Funday Socials -&nbsp;One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li></ul><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1580015&amp;ptId=11635" target="_blank">download: Social Worker Children- L7 M1 JD.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1580016&amp;ptId=11635" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Luton Borough Council

Social Worker - Family Help West

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £39,152 - £41,771 a year plus £963 essential car user allowance plus £5,500 market supplement allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Permanent&nbsp;Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, young people, and families? Do you thrive in complex, dynamic environments and bring experience, dedication, and compassion to your work? If so, we’d love to hear from you.We are currently recruiting to vacancies across our Children Looked After teams. In this pivotal role, you will work closely with children, young people, families, and multidisciplinary teams to provide vital support and protection for those with complex needs and risks. Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Conducting assessments, statutory visits, and parenting evaluations.</li><li>Planning and implementing tailored, multi-agency interventions.</li><li>Collaborating with internal and external partners for joint casework.</li><li>Driving the development of best practices and procedures aligned with Social Work Professional Standards.</li><li>Supporting management in achieving key performance targets.</li></ul>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>About you</h2>You are a passionate and experienced social work professional, bringing substantial post-qualifying expertise in fostering and child and family social work. With a deep understanding of the needs of young people in care, you have developed a high level of competence in the fostering field, aligning your practice with national standards and best practice guidance.Your experience includes working directly with children who have experienced trauma, attachment challenges, and associated disorders, and you bring both empathy and insight to your approach. You have a strong track record of providing effective supervision, both one-to-one and in group settings, demonstrating confident leadership in supervisory practice and support.A skilled communicator, you’re able to present complex reports and deliver impactful presentations tailored to a range of audiences. You thrive in collaborative environments, contributing to team-based problem-solving with a solution-focused mindset.Building meaningful relationships is at the heart of your work—whether with children, carers, or colleagues—and your ability to engage people from all backgrounds is one of your key strengths.You hold a DipSW, CQSW, or an equivalent recognised qualification in social work, and you are registered with Social Work England.<h2>About us</h2>Luton Council has been selected to deliver the government’s Families First for Children Pathfinder programme.Luton is one of seven new areas in the second wave to be chosen with the aim of protecting vulnerable children from harm and improving services to help more children stay with their families in safe and loving homes.The programme is an amazing opportunity for Luton to shape future social care practice, which includes closer working relationships with our health, police, education and voluntary sector partners.Children are at the heart of everything we do in Luton, and we are very proud of the tremendous work that is already taking place together with our partners, including the development of our Family Hubs and working towards making Luton a child-friendly town where our children and young people can grow up feeling happy, healthy and secure.Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.<h2>Additional information</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: <ul><li>From 25&nbsp;to 32&nbsp;days’ annual leave:&nbsp;linked to length of service and grade</li><li>Buying annual leave scheme:&nbsp;buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li><li>Career Pathways:&nbsp;step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li><li>Pension scheme:&nbsp;with generous employer contributions of up to&nbsp;20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li><li>Generous relocation package:&nbsp;up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme:&nbsp;a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li><li>Work/life balance:&nbsp;flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</li><li>Training and support:&nbsp;unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li><li>Staff offers:&nbsp;includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li><li>Arriva Travel Club:&nbsp;great value savings on local bus travel</li><li>Friday Funday Socials -&nbsp;One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li></ul><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1533845&amp;ptId=11632" target="_blank">download: Social Worker Children- L7 M1 JD.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1533846&amp;ptId=11632" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Social Worker - Children Looked After

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £41,511 - £44,711 a year plus £5,500 market supplement and £963 essential car user allowance (subject to criteria) Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentThe Children with Disabilities (CWD) service offers a comprehensive service to children with significant learning disabilities, physical disabilities and life limiting health conditions. We put children, young people and their families at the heart of everything we do.Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, young people, and families? Do you thrive in complex, dynamic environments and bring experience, dedication, and compassion to your work? If so, we’d love to hear from you.In this pivotal role, you will work closely with children, young people, families, and multidisciplinary teams to provide vital support and protection for those with complex needs and risks. Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Conducting assessments, statutory visits, and parenting evaluations.</li><li>Planning and implementing tailored, multi-agency interventions.</li><li>Mentoring and coaching less experienced team members.</li><li>Collaborating with internal and external partners for joint casework.</li><li>Driving the development of best practices and procedures aligned with Social Work Professional Standards.</li><li>Supporting management in achieving key performance targets.</li></ul>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>To excel in this role, you will bring extensive post-qualification experience in social work, coupled with the ability to make sound professional judgments and effectively manage complex cases with minimal supervision.Your expertise in analysing situations, assessing intervention needs, and anticipating critical issues will be key to delivering impactful support.You should have a comprehensive understanding of legislation and statutory responsibilities within Children and Family Services, as well as a clear grasp of child development, family dynamics, and the unique challenges faced by vulnerable or disabled children.Additionally, your awareness of the effects of social deprivation and your ability to respond with empathy and professionalism will enable you to address the needs of those you support effectively.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<h2>Application process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.<h2>Additional information</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: <ul><li>From 25&nbsp;to 32&nbsp;days’ annual leave:&nbsp;linked to length of service and grade</li><li>Buying annual leave scheme:&nbsp;buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li><li>Career Pathways:&nbsp;step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li><li>Pension scheme:&nbsp;with generous employer contributions of up to&nbsp;20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li><li>Generous relocation package:&nbsp;up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme:&nbsp;a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li><li>Work/life balance:&nbsp;flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</li><li>Training and support:&nbsp;unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li><li>Staff offers:&nbsp;includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li><li>Arriva Travel Club:&nbsp;great value savings on local bus travel</li><li>Friday Funday Socials -&nbsp;One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li></ul><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1457344&amp;ptId=11633" target="_blank">download: Senior Practitioner JD.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1457346&amp;ptId=11633" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Senior Practitioner - Children with Disabilities

We are looking for an experienced administrative Business Support Officer to provide support to Children’s Services.This role involves administering, monitoring and maintaining all relevant financial records and information systems (manual and computerised), to ensure information is accurate, accessible and retrievable by others. You will administer processes and procedures using available equipment and ICT packages to meet organisational standards and requirements.You will need to be able to effectively and efficiently handle large amounts of petty cash and have experience in cash handling, as well as being able to process invoices, and so experience of this and purchase ordering will be required. Due to the nature of cash handling, this role is office based with no opportunity for home working. The successful candidate will need extensive minute taking experience.You will be required to answer telephone calls and offer some flexibility in terms of supporting some of the duties of other business support staff during periods of absence or high volumes of work.In return we offer you:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li><li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a></li></ul>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.First Response are seeking to appoint a Business Support Officer. You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role. You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.<h4>Our organisation:</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<h4>Important Information-</h4>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.





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Medway Council

This is Medway

Business Support Officer - Finance

<ul><li>Reference: RC157 </li><li>Division: Digital and Transformation </li><li>Salary: £27,726.00 - £33,759.00 per annum </li><li>Contract type: Fixed term </li><li>Posted on: 04 August 2025 </li><li>Interview date:27 August 2025 - 03 September 2025</li><li>Extra payment(s): Not applicable </li></ul><ul><li>Positions: 1 </li><li>Category: Customer services </li><li>Grade: C - F </li><li>Working hours: 37 per week </li><li>Closing date: 18 August 2025 </li><li>Location: Town Hall, Crawley </li><li>Location type: Hybrid </li></ul><a href="https://my.crawley.gov.uk/service/Job_Application" target="_blank">Apply for this job</a><h4> About the role </h4>We are currently recruiting for a Customer Service Adviser on a 12-month fixed term contract to cover a period of maternity leave.As first point of contact for customers regarding a wide variety of council services, our Customer Service Advisers are vital to the efficient delivery of the Contact Centre service. The Customer Service Advisers aim to resolve all customer enquiries at the first point of contact where possible whether by phone, e-mail or in person. &nbsp; You will be part of an existing team of positive, organised staff who are committed to achieving and exceeding our customers’ expectations and therefore you should have:•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a professional manner with excellent communication and interpersonal skills&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a commitment to confidently provide exceptional customer service&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a flexible and methodical approach to work with the ability to react to a changing workload&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;experience of using ICT systems to record, monitor and extract key information&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a good general level of education including Maths and English&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a good knowledge of Council services ideally Council Tax, Housing Benefits or Housing Needs/Options &nbsp; You must be available to work a rotating shift pattern, Monday to Friday between 8.30am and 5.00pm, to meet Contact Centre requirements. Therefore, we will not consider part time requests for this position. You should indicate your available hours in your application. &nbsp;<h4> Additional information </h4>The postholder will not be eligible for the flexible working hours scheme and will be ready to work in accordance with their working pattern between the service opening hours. TOIL can be accrued with agreement from a manager.&nbsp; The postholder will be required to attend up to four evening meetings/Saturday workshops a year.&nbsp; The postholder will be required to adhere to the Contact Centre dress code.&nbsp; The postholder will be required to undertake a baseline personnel security standard (BPSS) check in order to carry out any duties on the Department of Works &amp; Pensions (DWP) website.&nbsp;<h4> Employee benefits </h4>We offer a tailored induction and training programme and a generous employee <a href="/council-information/jobs-and-careers/employee-benefits">benefits package</a>, with a range of discounts, benefits and wellbeing incentives to suit everyone.<h4> Our way of working </h4>Our shared <a href="/council-information/jobs-and-careers/values-and-behaviours">values and behaviours</a> reflect the special nature of our council. We encourage all colleagues to put them into practice, whatever job they do. Take a look to see if we are the perfect match.<h4> Safer recruitment </h4>Crawley Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all under represented groups.<h4> How to apply </h4>Previous applicants need not apply.Click the Apply button to complete your application online. Please ensure that the reference details you supply are for your current or most recent employer and that any gaps in employment are covered on your application form. Please note that CVs will not be accepted without a fully completed application form.We recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible, as we may close this advert before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. &nbsp;Please make sure you are available for assessment and interview before you apply.Assessment &amp; Interview Dates:&nbsp;<ul><li>Assessments from 27 August 2025 until 29 August 2025</li><li>Interviews from 2 September 2025 until 03 September 2025&nbsp;</li></ul><a href="https://my.crawley.gov.uk/service/Job_Application" target="_blank">Apply for this job</a><h4> Related documents </h4><ul><li><a href="/sites/default/files/document_webform_uploads/rc157---customer-service-adviser-job-description.pdf"> Customer Service Adviser job description (PDF, 147.11 KB) </a></li></ul>





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Crawley Borough Council

Customer Service Adviser

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Waste Enforcement Officer 
Full time 
P01 (£41,442 - £44,331) 
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Waste Enforcement Team. You will be responsible for investigating "waste offences,” this will include fly-tipping, duty of care, littering offences, storage and presentation of waste and general complaint work. You will be involved in patrolling designated areas, gathering evidence, issuing penalties/community protection warnings and working with local communities to prevent fly-tipping. As an officer, you will collaborate with other enforcement agencies and educate the public on the legal and environmental impacts of fly-tipping and littering. 
About the role 
You will investigate “waste offences”, collecting evidence, witness statements, responding to service enquiries, MEQs FOIs, etc. 
You must have experience of issuing fixed penalty notices (FPNs) and legal notices to individuals and businesses, prepare evidence and documentation for legal proceedings, ensuring cases are processed according to relevant regulations and have experience of using Community Protection Notices. 
Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience 
IT skills-you need to be confident in using computer systems, including MS Office software are essential 
Customer care-you will have the ability to deal sensitively with residents, businesses, Councillors, and other statutory bodies with the highest standard of customer care in potentially confrontational situations. 
Social competence-you have excellent people skills and have a pragmatic approach to problem solving and conflict resolution. You must be able to communicate clearly and concisely 
Knowledge-you must have good working knowledge of the Environmental Protection Act 1990; the Anti-social behaviour Crime and Policing Act 2014; Control of Pollution Act and PACE 
Contact Details - 
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Martin Rattigan, Head of Service Regulation &amp; Compliance 020 8132 0927 for an informal discussion. 
If you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact Farida Uddin on 0208 132 1027 or email <a href="mailto:farida.uddin@enfield.gov.uk" target="_blank">farida.uddin@enfield.gov.uk</a> 
We do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV. 
We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more. 
Why it's great to work for Enfield Council: 
 
 - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 
 - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas. 
 - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles. 
 - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months. 
 - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods. 
 - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family. 
 - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work. 
 - 1 month's paid sabbatical for registered Social Workers working in Children's Social Care. 
 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 
If you have previously applied for this role within the past 6 months, unfortunately, a second application will not be considered.

London Borough of Enfield

Waste Enforcement Officer

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Support Services Officer (Housing) x 4&nbsp;
Grade 8 - £26,409 - £30,060 per annum
Full Time - 37 hours per week
Indefinite Contract&nbsp;
Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? Do you want to help people find and sustain a home where they can thrive? Join our dedicated Support Services team and play a vital role in preventing homelessness and providing life-changing support.
As a Support Services Officer, you will work directly with people facing the most barriers to securing and keeping their home. Your caseload will be managed carefully to balance intensive and less intensive support, allowing you to give your best.
You might be helping someone recently housed after long-term rough sleeping, providing practical and empathetic assistance to maintain their tenancy and engage with additional services. Or you could be supporting someone at risk of eviction, helping them manage their finances, liaising with landlords, and seeking alternative accommodation to prevent homelessness.
You will need knowledge and understanding of the causes of homelessness and the support needs of the individuals.
For more information and a Job Specification &amp; Person Specification please see the attached document.&nbsp;
Closing date: 25/08/2025 @ 12:00pm&nbsp;

Support Services Officer (Housing)

3 x Full-time positions (37 hours per week)1 x Part-time position (29.7 hours per week)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 dedicated and experienced Children in Care Social Workers to join our Children in Care Team who are responsible for delivering specific work streams to provide technical advice and guidance to others (including other professionals) involved in specific service delivery.This role requires social workers to meet all the fundamental professional standards as set out by Social Work England and ensure that the protection of children is adhered to ensure that children and young people are safe and their outcomes enhanced. The main duties and key responsibilities of this role is commensurate across Children’s Services applying the skills and competencies in different areas across the service.In this role, you will carry out the following key responsibilities (this is not a comprehensive list but an example of the types of responsibilities):Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>You will be the allocated social worker for a number of children and young people who are in care and whose care plan is long term care. You will undertake assessments, care planning and therapeutic interventions to support children in care. You will work collaboratively with other professionals in order to ensure a multi-disciplinary approach to improving outcomes for children, young people and their families.</li><li>To provide a service in line with statutory requirements and departmental priorities.</li><li>To participate in training as required in the interests of the service overall and career development.</li><li>Undertake the full range of social work tasks with children, their carers and their families through Assessment, Planning, Intervention and Review. As a social worker you will be expected to provide a high level of direct work at an agreed local level.<ul><li>Ensure and demonstrate that children, young people and parents/carers are listened to and treated with respect with their views recorded in the process of assessments, planning, intervention and review, and in all aspects of decision making and in shaping service delivery.</li><li>Act as the lead professional key worker in statutory cases that require a qualified social worker, including children looked after and children returning to families.</li></ul></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 and who possesses the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Social Work Qualification, i.e. Social Work Degree or Diploma in Social Work.</li><li>Registered as a social worker with Social Work England.</li><li>Achieved or commitment to study for a specialist PQ award or equivalent</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Experience of direct work with children and their families.</li><li>Experience of statutory childcare work in a local authority setting.</li><li>Enable, encourage and support children and young people’s participation and decisions and activities that affect their lives</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 – we will consider senior social workers for any applicants that meet that criteria in terms of skill and experience</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, <a href="mailto:alex.humphries@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">alex.humphries@n-somerset.gov.uk</a>.Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: To be advised.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

Social Worker x 4

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, creative and experienced Communications and Engagement Adviser to join our Communications and Engagement Team on a 24-month fixed term contract (32 hours per week).The Communications and Engagement Team are responsible for all aspects of North Somerset Council’s communications and engagement planning. This includes proactive and reactive media relations, an online ‘North Somerset Life' resident e-magazine delivered to over 100K addresses, internal communications, corporate social media, consultation and engagement as well as supporting major campaigns such as the regeneration of Birnbeck Pier, the delivery of the long awaited Banwell Bypass and implementing the second largest government grant for Bus Service Improvements across the West of England area.And on top of this, there's the business as usual of helping improve North Somerset residents’ lives through adult social care, libraries, children's services, highways and transport, open spaces and much more. No two days will ever be the same!In this role, you will undertake specialist communications and engagement activities for our Healthy and Sustainable Communities directorate, which supports community safety, planning, the local economy, our climate emergency response and more. You will make decisions within the Communications and Engagement team using skills that have been gained through academic or professional qualifications and practical experience. You will be responsible for devising, delivering and evaluating planned, coordinated and effective communications and engagement activities to meet council and service-led objectives to a professional standard.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Public Relations.</li><li>Marketing and communications.</li><li>Engagement and consultation.</li><li>Digital communications.</li><li>Media liaison.</li><li>Internal communications.</li></ul>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 is currently based at Town Hall in Weston-super-Mare. 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 Mobile/Field Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:<ul><li>One day per month minimum in the office.</li><li>Primarily work remotely.</li><li>Comes into the office for meetings or focused work. Virtual connections with the team are essential, with portable technology supporting work on the go.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for an individual who is passionate and creative about communications and engagement, and who possesses the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience of working in a marketing, communications and engagement role.</li><li>Experience of using MS Office products, social media, web/video content editing and able to adapt quickly to using new software.</li><li>Able to research, develop, deliver and monitor communications and engagement activities – including writing communications and engagement plans and reporting on their effectiveness.</li><li>Excellent standards of writing to suit the audience with attention to detail and strong visual presentation skills.</li><li>Ability to manage/organise own work to meet agreed deadlines.</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Up to date knowledge of digital and marketing channels and professional standards.</li><li>Experience of working with senior officers and/or councillors, partner organisations and the media and able to develop and maintain positive working relationships.</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 Deborah Porter, Deputy Head of Communications via email at <a href="mailto:Deborah.Porter@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">Deborah.Porter@n-somerset.gov.uk</a> or by phone 07385 373110.Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: Tuesday 16 September 2025Please 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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Communications and Engagement Adviser

Frequency – Panel meetings are fortnightly, in person, on a Wednesday, 9-2pm.Commitment – The chair is expected to attend at least 80% of meetings annually including panel training and quarterly business meetings, appraisals and other relevant meetings.North Somerset Council is looking to recruit an Independent Fostering Panel Chair for their foster panel in Weston Super Mare. The fostering panel provides independent oversight of the recruitment, assessment and review of foster carers and connected person/kinship carers; you will draw on your personal and professional knowledge and experience and make reasoned recommendations on applicants/carers suitability to foster.The role of Panel Chair is crucial to our success in improving outcomes for our children in care. You will need to have experience and confidence in effectively chairing complex meetings, underpinned by a sound understanding of Fostering Panel processes and the legislative landscape within which panel operates, including safeguarding procedures.You will be responsible for ensuring our Fostering Panel is an inclusive, anti-discriminatory forum which promotes sound and responsible recommendations with children at its heart. You will demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the legislative framework and National Minimum Standards for Fostering and current best practice initiatives. As Panel Chair you will have excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, experience of managing complex dynamics within meetings and be able to put prospective and approved foster carers at ease.Your role will extend to supporting the development of our Fostering Service, through strong links to the Panel Advisor, Fostering Management Team and Agency Decision Maker. The expectation is that you will provide leadership to the Panel by being well prepared, reading panel papers carefully, identifying key issues and alerting the Panel Advisor, if necessary, to any concerns.In addition to chairing the Fostering Panel, there will be Business meetings, Practice meetings, panel appraisals and training events which need your input over the year. Contracts are reviewed annually as part of the appraisal process.Panel are currently held face to face, at the Town Hall, in Weston Super Mare. However, we convene some panels via Microsoft Teams as the service requires. Ability to attend both and have flexibility for change is essential.North Somerset Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all employees to share this commitment and undertake appropriate checks. Successful applicants will be required to undertake relevant DBS checks.Due to the requirement for panel to be independent from the Local Authority we regret that we cannot accept applications from current or previous North Somerset Foster Carers.For an informal chat please contact Harriet Johnstone, Panel Advisor - <a href="mailto:harriet.johnstone@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">harriet.johnstone@n-somerset.gov.uk</a>If you wish to apply, please read the Job Description and person specification and send a CV and covering letter stating how you meet the job description and person specification to – <a href="mailto:harriet.johnstone@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">harriet.johnstone@n-somerset.gov.uk</a>Closing date for application is 30th August 2025, with interviews planned for mid September.





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Independent Fostering Panel Chair

Job Title: Team Leader Starting Salary: £42,839 progressing to £47,181 per annum Hours: 37 Location: Hemel Hempstead Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Adult Care Services<h4>About the team</h4>An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a high performing and dynamic Brokerage team within Adult Social Care. Our service is continually developing to ensure delivery of personalisation and citizenship through our Connected Lives principles.Are you looking for an exciting new challenge?&nbsp; Do you want to join a thriving, enthusiastic and creative team?&nbsp; Come and join us!<h4>About the role</h4>Key responsibilities of the Team Leader post include:Establishing day to day operational challenges by ensuring incoming work is triaged and allocated to an appropriate member of the Brokerage team and ensuring compliance to relevant policies and procedures.Managing the practice and performance of the team to ensure the timely and effective completion of work in order to meet the needs of Hertfordshire citizens.Building positive relationships with key partners.&nbsp;Effective management of resources and budgets and assurance of quality.You will provide day to day operational management of Brokerage Solutions’ workflow and staff members, as well as supporting the Team Manager with planning and implementing longer term strategic goals.You will work closely with operational teams in Hertfordshire’s Older people’s service (both community and hospital teams) as well as colleagues across Finance and Commissioning. You will also liaise closely with service providers and other partners.This role will give you the opportunity to get to know the commissioning functions within Hertfordshire County Council and afford afford opportunities to manage teams with a great deal of autonomy but within broad guidelines. It offers a unique opportunity and multi-agency work with partner organisations, providers, professionals.If this sounds like the opportunity for you, would like to hear from you.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>You will have relevant qualification and/ or relevant experience in Social Care</li><li>You will have the ability to influence the workings teams and other services</li><li>You will be a skilled communicator</li><li>You will be comfortable with managing a team who will be based in office as well as work remotely. </li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Management experience</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 Health and Social Care Services, level HSC11 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:maria.palmer-webb@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">maria.palmer-webb@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 26 AugustBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Hertfordshire County Council

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<h2>Good Growth</h2>
Good Growth is responsible for delivering and implementing the Mayor’s environment, transport and economic strategies and for the effective implementation of the London Plan. The Directorate is also responsible for regeneration (where the programme is not housing led), enterprise, growth, capital projects and design work.
<h2>About the team</h2>
London is a city recognised as the global capital for arts and culture. Our theatres, music venues, museums and galleries are renowned across the world. Our creative industries are vital to London’s success and the recording studios, rehearsal spaces, artists' workspaces, grassroots music, and LGBTQ+ venues all contribute to this success.
The Space for Culture team is part of the Culture, Creative Industries and 24Hour Unit. It ensures that culture, creativity and community are hardwired into the fabric of our city to build a better London for everyone. From production and performance spaces to public realm projects, from protecting spaces at risk to creating opportunities for new spaces, we work to strengthen our city’s identity as a rich, diverse and multifaceted cultural capital.
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As Senior Programme Manager for Creative Enterprise Zones, you will provide senior strategic direction and management of the programme, working with stakeholders across London to create opportunities for cultural and creative organisations to thrive.
This is a job share, so you will be working closely with the existing role holder, as well as with a small team of two and a group of 12 Zone Managers.
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Shape and Steer Communications Oversee internal and external messaging in partnership with the Communications Officer—ensuring alignment with brand, tone, and strategic objectives.</li>
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Engage with Strategic Partners Build and maintain relationships with external key stakeholders and the Mayor’s Office, represent the organisation at events, and identify opportunities for collaboration and influence.</li>
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Influence Policy and Development Projects Track and respond to planning policy developments, prepare strategic briefings, and engage with developers to align major projects with regeneration goals. This work will be job-shared on a sub-regional basis.</li>
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<li>Advanced level experience of long-term evaluation, economic impact assessment and reporting&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

<h2>Behavioural Competencies</h2>

Communicating and Influencing&nbsp;
… is presenting information and arguments clearly and convincingly so that others see us as credible and articulate, and engage with us.&nbsp;

Level 3 indicators of effective performance:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Encourages and supports teams in engaging in transparent and inclusive communication&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Influences others and gains buy-in using compelling, well thought through arguments&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Negotiates effectively to deliver GLA priorities&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Synthesises the complex viewpoints of others, recognises where compromise is necessary and brokers agreement&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Advocates positively for the GLA both within and outside the organisation&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Building and Managing Relationships&nbsp;
… is developing rapport and working effectively with a diverse range of people, sharing knowledge and skills to deliver shared goals.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Level 3 indicators of effective performance:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Actively engages partners and encourages others to build relationships that support GLA objectives&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Understands and recognises the contributions that staff at all levels make to delivering priorities&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Proactively manages partner relationships, preventing or resolving any conflict&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Adapts style to work effectively with partners, building consensus, trust and respect&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Delivers objectives by bringing together diverse stakeholders to work effectively in partnership&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>


Strategic Thinking&nbsp;
…is using an understanding of the bigger picture to uncover potential challenges and opportunities for the long term and turning these into a compelling vision for action.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Level 3 indicators of effective performance&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Translates GLA vision and strategy into practical and tangible plans for own&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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<li>team or delivery partners&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Consistently takes account of the wider implications of team’s actions for the GLA&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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<li>Encourages self and others to think about organisation’s long term potential&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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<li>Informs strategy development by identifying gaps in current delivery or evidence&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Takes account of a wide range of public and partner needs to inform team’s work&nbsp;</li>
</ul>


The GLA Competency Framework Guidelines further detailing each competency and the different level indicators can be found here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.london.gov.uk/sites/default/files/gla_competency_framework_hr_28june2021.pdf" target="_blank">GLA Competency Framework</a>
This role is based at London Fire Brigade’s Head Office (Union Street SE1 0LL).
<h2>How to apply</h2>

If you would like to apply for the role you will need to submit the following:
<ul>
<li>Up to date CV</li>
<li>Personal statement with a maximum of 1500 words. Please ensure you address how you demonstrate the essential criteria outlined above in the advert.</li>
</ul>
 Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement have a maximum file size of 1.5MB each and upload your Personal Statement to the ‘CV and Cover Letters’ section’ of the form, ensuring you address the technical requirements and competencies in your Personal Statement.
 Word or PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images. Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement are saved with the job reference number as part of the naming convention (E.g., “CV – applicant name - 012345)
 As part of GLA’s continuing commitment to be an inclusive and equal opportunity employer we will be removing personal identifiable information from CVs and Personal Statements that could cause discrimination.&nbsp;
<h2>
 If you have questions about the role</h2>
If you wish to learn more about the role, there will be a Teams information session at 1pm on Wednesday 13 August. This session includes opportunities to ask questions. Afterwards the session will be available as a recording.
<a href="https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/20446d2b-5a5e-4c32-bb92-dbfec7d54139@30653dea-fb01-4b4c-8ddf-c183f89febfb" target="_blank">Register to attend here</a>
If you have any questions about the recruitment process, contact the&nbsp;<a href="mailto:glaopdcrecruitment@tfl.gov.uk" target="_blank">glaopdcrecruitment@tfl.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;who support the GLA with recruitment.
<h2>Assessment process</h2>
Once you have submitted an application, your details will be reviewed by a panel.
If shortlisted, you’ll be invited to an interview/assessment.
The interview/assessment date will be in the week of 29 September 2025.
<h2></h2>
<h2>Equality, diversity and inclusion</h2>
London's diversity is its biggest asset, and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.
We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share.&nbsp;
Please note we are a Disability Confident Employer so for candidates who wish to be considered under the scheme and meet the essential criteria, they will automatically be invited to interview. Please note, should you require any adjustments through the process, we will accommodate as much as possible. Please contact the recruitment team for further information if required.
<h2>Benefits</h2>
GLA staff are hybrid working up to 3 days a week in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office.
In addition to a good salary package, you will be paid every four weeks, providing frequent salary payments. We also offer an attractive range of benefits including 30 days’ annual leave, interest free season ticket loan, interest free bicycle loan and a career average pension scheme.
<h2>Additional Information</h2>

Please note, all candidates will need to confirm that the information provided in this application form is true and correct. Should a candidate deliberately give false information, including the use of AI software, they understand that this would disqualify them from consideration.

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record (DBS) check but some roles may require additional security screening.&nbsp;
<h2>More Support</h2>
If you have a disability which makes submitting an online application form difficult, please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:resourcingteam@london.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcingteam@london.gov.uk</a>.
The GLA is proud to be a Level 2: Disability Confident employer. We are committed to becoming a more inclusive and accessible organisation and creating a truly inclusive and accessible workplace and culture for our disabled staff. We have named Disability Equality as a key corporate priority within our EDI Strategy. We welcome and encourage applications from disabled applicants. Should you wish to opt into the scheme, please let us know during your application.

Senior Programme Manager, Creative Enterprise Zones (Part-time)

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.<h2>About the role</h2>Are you passionate about turning raw data into powerful insights? West Northamptonshire Council is looking for an exceptional Data Engineering and DBA Manager to continue the modernisation of our entire data infrastructure. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape how data is managed, shared and secured across the council. You'll be at the forefront of our digital transformation – continuing to move us from legacy on-premise systems into a cloud-first (Microsoft Fabric), insight-driven future. Reporting to the Head of IT Operations and working within our innovative Digital, Technology &amp; Innovation team, you’ll initially lead a skilled team of four senior technical experts, with plans to grow the function as we strengthen our data capability.<h2>Additional information</h2>We’re looking for someone who thrives at the intersection of technology, strategy and delivery - someone who sees data not just as numbers, but as the fuel that drives better decisions and better services. You’ll bring a wealth of experience in data engineering, database administration and cloud technologies, along with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement. You’ll be a confident communicator, able to bridge the gap between technical teams and business needs, and a natural leader ready to grow and inspire a team. If you're excited by the idea of building a modern, fit-for-purpose data environment that makes a tangible difference to how a council serves its community, then we want to hear from you.<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.

Data Engineering and DBA Manager

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Street Works Compliance Officer£32,061 - £ 39,152Closing date: 31/08/2025Interview date: commencing 15/09/2025This is an opportunity to join a team that has a direct influence on all users of Brighton &amp; Hove’s streets. This role is central to ensuring that all demands for space and time in the street are balanced to minimise the disruption caused to everyone who wants to travel around the city. <h2>About the role</h2>Brighton &amp; Hove’s Permit Scheme for road and street works has been successfully operating since 2015.As a Compliance Officer you will inspect both live and past works on the public highway ensuring their legal compliance with appropriate government legislation.You will:<ul>
<li>carry out sample and routine inspections on works activities and reinstatements on the public highway. Ensure works sites and reinstatements meet all necessary safety and legal requirements, identify defects and report them to the works promoter.</li>
<li>work closely with all works promoters, both internal and external, to understand the requirements of their projects and balance those with the need to minimise disruption to the travelling public.</li>
</ul>As the successful candidate you will have:<ul>
<li>Experience of working in a street works and permit scheme environment.</li>
<li>Ability to work with minimal supervision both out on site and in a busy office environment whilst prioritising and organising a varying workload.</li>
<li>Ability to gather evidence and compile a case for prosecution in the event the council decides to take a utility to court.</li>
<li>Understanding of the relevant legislation (in particular the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991, Traffic Management Act 2004, Brighton &amp; Hove Permit Scheme, Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984); and the ability to explain their requirements clearly and concisely across a broad range of stakeholders.</li>
</ul>You will be joining an enthusiastic and supportive team and will collaborate with colleagues.&nbsp;We encourage&nbsp;applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, LGB, female or trans as these groups are currently under-represented in our Directorate workforce.What you will get in return:<ul>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme;</li>
<li>Access 24/7 free counselling, health support, information, and advice services. An extensive support process from line managers – including monthly 1-2-1 meetings, and wellness reports and plans of action.</li>
<li>Up to 29 paid leave days, along with family, bereavement, and annual leave options. You also have the option to , including purchasing extra annual leave days.</li>
</ul>Staff discounts and much more.&nbsp;Contract: PermanentHours: Full Time, 37 per weekFor an informal discussion, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Robert.j.leonard@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">Robert.j.leonard@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a>Closing date for applications: 31.08.2025 &nbsp; &nbsp;Interviews: 15.09.2025We welcome full and part-time applications. For information about other benefits of working at the Council and how we can support your application, please see the following links: <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/apply-job-council/supporting-your-application" target="_blank">Supporting your application (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a>As part of your application, you will need to complete your education and work history and provide answers to some shortlisting questions. Your answers to the shortlisting questions are the most important part of your application as they will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/shortlisting-questions-guidance" target="_blank">Shortlisting questions guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a>) as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.<h2>Additional information</h2>Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours or term-time only.Work Permits: We may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) Points-based Immigration System. Please see<a href="https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa" target="_blank">&nbsp;Gov.uk</a>&nbsp;for more information on the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa" target="_blank">Skilled Worker Visa</a>.For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a><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&nbsp;<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us/how-we-create-fair-and-inclusive-workplace?_ga=2.48134052.2014780679.1748852809-213550050.1718624057" target="_blank">How we create a fair and inclusive workplace</a>.

Brighton & Hove City Council

Street Works Compliance Officer

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Salary:&nbsp;£44,579 - £50,706 (Additional Updated Pay Incentive Scheme Pending) Grade: Level 4 Zone 1 Location:&nbsp;5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Hours:&nbsp;Full Time (36 Hours) Closing Date:&nbsp; Monday 25th August at 23:59 Alternative flexible working options available / open to discussion&nbsp; About us In Camden we are building somewhere everyone can thrive, by making our borough the best place to live, work, study and visit. We’re home to UK’s fast-growing economy and we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind. Camden is flourishing and is a vibrant place to live and work with a prestigious entertainment industry and a dynamic approach to the modernisation of the environment. This is an ideal opportunity for a driven and committed individual to join Camden’s busy Noise and Pollution team and work in partnership with stakeholders to protect citizens from the negative impacts of noise and pollutionto enable them to live and work in a properly regulated, safe, pleasant, and peaceful environment. The role Operating with Camden’s daytime noise and pollution team, this role incorporates the wide-ranging regulation relating to noise, nuisance and pollution including but not limited to construction/licensed applications/domestic noise/planning applications/environmental pollution and contaminated land. We are seeking an experienced fully qualified and authorised officer to join our dynamic noise and pollution team.&nbsp; You will take responsibility for delivering the full range of noise and pollution functions. In addition, you will provide resilience for the wider ambitions of the Public Protection service to respond flexibly to deliver a broad range of environmental health and public health functions as required. You will take a lead role and personal responsibility for the investigation and resolution of complaints and service requests in relation to pollution. This will require routine and unplanned site visits and inspections to ensure compliance with relevant legislation. You will investigate, negotiate, and mediate between parties and where necessary use the full range of legal enforcement powers including making cases and presenting evidence in court and at licensing and planning committees to deliver positive outcomes. You will also develop and deliver special projects, policy, and research on areas of expertise and/or functional activity within the service. &nbsp;The role includes a substantial amount of autonomy, report writing, resolution, preventative and advisory work. The role is based in an enabled and empowered team-focused service where all officers are expected to work flexibly to meet evolving services demands. You will work as one team to assist in the development of a culture where knowledge and experience is shared, and responsibility for making decisions on complex issues is shared where appropriate. This will include deputising for managers in the services as appropriate.&nbsp; About You You will hold relevant specialist qualifications (BSc/MSc or Diploma in Environmental Health and the EHRB Certificate of Registration or equivalent relevant qualifications and experience) and be competent in the full range of noise and pollution requirements. You will ideally also hold relevant qualifications/experience in one or more of the pollution specialisms such as noise and nuisance, contaminated land, environmental permitting. You will have an excellent knowledge/understanding of the legislative framework relevant to the team and experience in its application to casework to deal with difficult and complex cases, effectively resolve and deliver innovative interventions, prepare complex legislative documentation, report and recommend enforcement action as well attending court, prepare detailed and accurate written and verbal responses in relation to casework.&nbsp; To succeed, you will bring a track record of working collaboratively with internal and external partners, demonstrating good outcome focussed customer care and communication skills to identify innovative and creative approaches to complaints and Camden objectives. You will have the ability to take an organised approach to your own workload whilst dealing with conflicting priorities and to ensuring a customer service focused approach. Additional information To view the Job Profile, please click&nbsp;HERE To apply for this job please follow the "Apply" link. In the ‘Why you?’ section of the application you will be required to demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria listed in the Job Profile. To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit our&nbsp;recruitment website What We Offer At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits including: <ul> <li>27 days annual leave for new starters, rising to 31 days after 5 years</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li> <li>Flexible working opportunities;</li> <li>Interest free loans</li> <li>Access to our incredible staff networks</li> <li>Career development and training</li> <li>Wellbeing support and activities</li> </ul> Visit '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits</a>' for more details. Inclusion and Diversity We want Camden Council to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do. To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit <a href="https://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/inclusion-and-diversity" target="_blank">https://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/inclusion-and-diversity</a> Anonymised Application&nbsp;–&nbsp;in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias. Asking for Adjustments Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at <a href="mailto:resourcing@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@camden.gov.uk</a> or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG,

Camden Council

Noise and Pollution Environmental Health Officer

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Public Health Strategist - Grade 8 - £47,532-£51,522pa &nbsp; London Borough of Havering is looking for a talented and experienced public health strategist to join its Public Health Team. About Us London Borough of Havering is an exciting place to live and work.&nbsp; The third largest London borough, Havering is a collection of distinct communities with their own history and character, set in large areas of green belt.&nbsp; The majority of the workforce works remotely, but where it is necessary for staff to travel to the borough, Havering benefits from excellent transport links into the centre of London, Essex and beyond.&nbsp; The Public Health Team is&nbsp;a friendly, energetic team of people which is passionate about protecting the health of the population and improving health and wellbeing outcomes. About the Job For this &nbsp;post, we keen to hear from candidates with demonstrable experience of working on Healthy Weight, who have the skills and knowledge to take forward the complex programme of work arising from the Havering Healthy Weight Strategy 2024-2029.&nbsp; As a Public Health Strategist, you will apply your knowledge to provide specialist advice and support, contributing to the delivery of priority work streams.&nbsp; You should be familiar with interpreting surveillance data and information, and be confident in communicating and presenting complex information to diverse audiences in a way that different groups can understand.&nbsp; About You You will have demonstrable previous experience working on healthy weight and other related programmes. With a passion for improving population health and wellbeing, you will be enthusiastic about building and working in partnership with stakeholders and communities across Havering. You should have a degree in Public Health or other a relevant subject, or equivalent experience.&nbsp; You should have sound knowledge of public health policy and strategy, needs assessments, literature reviews, epidemiology, health protection and health inequalities, and be able to evidence experience of applying this knowledge in practice.&nbsp; You will be expected to participate in continuing professional development. Please view Job Profile&nbsp;here&nbsp; For an informal discussion about the role, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:publichealth@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">publichealth@havering.gov.uk</a> using Public Health Strategist as the subject title and providing your phone number, and a member of the team will contact you. The closing date for the receipt of applications is 31 August 2025&nbsp;by 11.59 pm however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. You will be notified if your application has been successful. Interviews dates to be confirmed. Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering. The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

London Borough of Havering

Public Health Strategist

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please include a personal statement with your CV specifying why you are applying for this vacancy.&nbsp;



We have an exciting opportunity for an Income Recovery Officer to join us on a permanent, full-time basis.
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>
We are looking for someone with sound experience of working in a rent or housing service and dealing with finances, ideally in the social housing sector. You will have a good understanding of best practice in management of income recovery, debt counselling and debt collection. With excellent communication skills and the ability to work to deadlines, you will be able to manage your time and resources effectively.
<h3>About the team…</h3>
The Housing Management team is a small but busy team providing an extensive and responsive property management service to homeless clients placed into temporary accommodation procured by the council.&nbsp; Sitting within the Welfare and Housing service, the team support each other by working closely together to achieve the right results by using a holistic approach with clients who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.&nbsp;
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
<ul>
<li>To provide a high-quality income management service and be responsible for the arrears management and income collection of a specified caseload.</li>
<li>Maximising income through the effective collection of rent and service charge income, giving appropriate advice and guidance to residents in respect of rent, other tenancy charges and arrears.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Take a proactive approach to recover and prevent rent arrears through the management of individual rent arrears cases. Ensuring that tenants are notified of any arrears at the earliest opportunity, including setting of arrangements, issuing statements or recommending further steps such as court action in line with agreed procedures and targets.</li>
<li>Engage with residents in order to negotiate and sustain payment arrangements through a variety of communication methods. Contact will include home visits and working outside of core hours where necessary.</li>
<li>Assist tenants in maximising income and give advice or where appropriate, referrals on money management matters, empowering and signposting residents to find solutions and appropriate support.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits…&nbsp;</h3>
<ul>
<li>25 days* annual leave increasing to 28 days* after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days*.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
*(pro rata for part time)
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>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;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date...</h3>
Interviews will be held on 18th September 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;
Michelle Farrell : Housing Management Team Leader : 01344 351612&nbsp;
Claire Dudley-Morgan : Housing Management Team Leader : 01344 351395
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

Income Recovery Officer

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CV’s (unless specified on the advert).
Please fully complete the online application form.
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An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the leadership team of the Communities department at Sefton Council. &nbsp;This role gives you an opportunity to contribute to the delivery of the best possible outcomes for our communities and for you to play an active role in the leadership, management, and development of services within the Communities department and beyond.
You will provide a strong, visible, and proactive leadership approach to working collaboratively within our localities. In this role you will have responsibility for delivering the Council’s operational statutory homelessness services.
What you will need to succeed
We are looking for someone exceptional that can evidence a proven track record, or strongly demonstrate ability, of leadership and management experience within Local Government or a large complex organisation.&nbsp; We want someone that can work effectively and in partnership with a wide range of communities, partner agencies, private sector suppliers, public services, voluntary bodies, and statutory authorities.
We want applicants that can show evidence of successful financial and resource management, including project management, managing conflicting priorities, applying rigorous monitoring and control procedures, procurement and establishing value for money.&nbsp; &nbsp;Applicants will also demonstrate high levels of strategic thinking with the ability to translate this into operational practice.&nbsp; Technical knowledge of homelessness legislation and experience of working within homeless, and homeless prevention, services would be advantageous.&nbsp; 
To succeed in this role, you will have resilience and will be comfortable managing competing priorities whilst working with stakeholders at a senior level.&nbsp; You will enjoy working in an innovative, fun, and engaging way and be able to work collaboratively to find impactful solutions.&nbsp; As an experienced manager you will understand how to manage a team in a fast-paced environment whilst delivering high productivity and performance. 
If you possess these attributes, please apply for this role.
Your confident and connected Borough
Sefton is a vibrant local authority on a journey of aspiration and ambition as it works towards delivering its exciting 2030 Vision.&nbsp; This journey is shared with our partners and communities as we strive to ensure Sefton is a confident and connected Borough.
Sefton has a strong track record of partnership working and for having a motivated and dedicated workforce that is resilient and adaptable. This puts the Council in the best possible place to meet the challenges and opportunities ahead.
This post is offered on a permanent contract basis.
Provisional Interview Date - 23/09/2025

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council

Homeless Support Team Manager

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



We have a new opportunity to join our Revenues &amp; Benefits team on a part time, 2-year fixed term contract.
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Revenues &amp; Benefits team as a Temporary Accommodation Officer. In this vital role, you’ll ensure accurate invoicing, benefit processing, and debt recovery for residents in temporary accommodation. Working closely with colleagues across Housing and Finance, you’ll help ensure that residents receive the correct support and that the Council’s financial processes run smoothly.
You’ll work within a small, supportive team and collaborate closely with colleagues in the Housing team to ensure that residents placed into temporary accommodation are awarded the correct housing benefit (where appropriate) and that the correct council tax is charged. You will ensure that rent charges are invoiced in a timely manner and monitored for non-payment, instigating appropriate recovery action where necessary.
We’re looking for someone who brings a flexible mindset and sound judgement to their decision-making.
Your work will directly support some of the borough’s most vulnerable residents by ensuring fair and accurate financial management of temporary accommodation.
Discover what it’s like to work at Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council and explore the benefits we offer: <a href="https://www.tmbc.gov.uk/council/working-us" target="_blank">Working for us – Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council</a>
Interviews w/c 8 September 2025
For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Andrew Rosevear, Deputy Revenue &amp; Benefits Manager on 01732 876039 (Direct applicants only, strictly no agencies).

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

Temporary Accommodation Revenues & Benefits Officer (part time)

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



Are you a highly organised, proactive professional who thrives in a busy, high-profile environment? Do you have the skills and confidence to support senior leaders where discretion, diplomacy, and attention to detail are key? If so, we’d love to hear from you.
We’re looking for a dynamic&nbsp;Personal Assistant&nbsp;to provide comprehensive support to the&nbsp;Leader of the Council,&nbsp;Chief Executive, and&nbsp;Director of Central Services. This is a key role at the heart of the organisation, offering variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to work with a wide range of stakeholders.
What You’ll Be Doing:
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<li>Managing complex diaries, meetings, travel, and correspondence for senior leaders.</li>
<li>Acting as a key liaison with internal and external stakeholders including MPs, government departments, and community representatives.</li>
<li>Handling confidential communications and enquiries with professionalism and tact.</li>
<li>Coordinating responses to complaints, FOI, EIR, and SAR requests.</li>
<li>Supporting corporate governance through meeting notes, rota coordination, and statutory documentation.</li>
<li>Organising and taking notes at regular Senior Management Team meetings and other regular and ad hoc meetings</li>
<li>Leading initiatives across the Council’s PA network and acting as a central point of knowledge and support.</li>
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What We’re Looking For:
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<li>Proven experience in a high-level administrative or PA role.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li>Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail.</li>
<li>Confidence in managing sensitive information and working independently.</li>
<li>A collaborative mindset and a commitment to public service.</li>
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Discover what it’s like to work at Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council and explore the benefits we offer: <a href="https://www.tmbc.gov.uk/council/working-us" target="_blank">Working for us – Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council</a>
For an informal discussion about this role please contact Denise Tate via email <a href="mailto:denise.tate@tmbc.gov.uk" target="_blank">denise.tate@tmbc.gov.uk</a> (Direct candidates only, strictly no agencies)

Personal Assistant (PA) to the Chief Executive, Leader and Director of Central Services

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A Week in the Life of a Portfolio Management Office (PMO) Manager at Enfield Council 
Curious what it’s like to be in this role? Here’s a glimpse into a typical week… 
~~Monday~~ 
You start the week with a morning sync with the Digital Services Senior Management Team. As PMO Manager, your role is to ensure the portfolio of projects is running smoothly and transparently. You review the latest updates in the PPM tools, checking for any overdue actions or risks flagged by project managers. 
Mid-morning, you meet with the Digital Adoption Manager to align on the overall portfolio plan. You discuss dependencies across workstreams and ensure the scheduling reflects operational realities. After lunch, you prepare a dashboard for the Head of Project Delivery and Governance, summarising delivery status, budget health, and resource utilisation across the portfolio. 
You end the day by reviewing feedback from last week’s project management workshop and begin drafting improvements to the toolkit and templates. 
 
~~Tuesday~~ 
You begin with a quick stand-up with your PMO Analyst and Data Apprentice. You assign tasks for the week, including updates to the resource tracker and coordination of the Ideas pipeline. 
Later, you join a scoping session for a new digital initiative. You support the team by capturing key actions, risks, and dependencies, and ensure they’re logged in the PMO platform. You also advise on how to structure the business case to meet governance requirements. 
In the afternoon, you meet with operational managers to understand BAU pressures and how they might impact delivery timelines. You update the portfolio plan accordingly and flag any concerns to the Head of Digital Delivery. 
 
~~Wednesday~~ 
You start the day by compiling the weekly status report. You pull data from a number of data sources to ensure financials are accurate and up to date. You also chase a few project leads for missing updates. 
Midday, you attend a lessons learned workshop for a recently closed project. You facilitate the session, capturing insights and recommendations to feed into future delivery. You also update the PMO knowledge base with new guidance on risk mitigation and stakeholder engagement. 
Later, you meet with the Communications team to plan a blog post about the Council’s approach to portfolio management and how it supports digital transformation. 
 
~~Thursday~~ 
No stand-up today, so you focus on continuous improvement. You spend the morning reviewing the PMO processes and identifying opportunities to automate reporting and reduce duplication. You test a new dashboard prototype that pulls real-time data from the PPM tools. 
Just before lunch, you have your weekly 1-to-1 with the Head of Project Delivery and Governance. You discuss progress on the Ideas pipeline, resource allocation challenges, and upcoming governance board meetings. 
In the afternoon, you support a project manager preparing for a project board meeting. You help refine the presentation, ensure risks are clearly articulated, and confirm that all documentation is in place. 
 
~~Friday~~ 
You start the day by finalising the monthly portfolio health report. It includes delivery RAG ratings, budget forecasts, and benefits tracking. You send it to senior stakeholders and prepare talking points for next week’s governance board. 
Mid-morning, you join a webinar on emerging technologies in project management. You’re particularly interested in how AI and RPA can enhance PMO functions, and you make a note to explore pilot opportunities. 
After lunch, you attend the Digital Services retro and planning meeting. You share highlights from your week and outline priorities for the next. A colleague asks for help with a new project intake process—you volunteer. 
You end the week by tidying up your notes, updating the PMO calendar, and making sure everything’s ready for another busy week. 
Contact Details - 
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Liz Smith on <a href="mailto:liz.smith@enfield.gov.uk" target="_blank">liz.smith@enfield.gov.uk</a> to arrange an informal discussion about the job. 
We do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV. 
We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more. 
Why it's great to work for Enfield Council: 
 
 - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 
 - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas. 
 - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles. 
 - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months. 
 - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods. 
 - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family. 
 - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work. 
 - 1 month paid sabbatical for Children’s Social Workers 
 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 
If you have previously applied for this role within the past 6 months, unfortunately, a second application will not be considered.

Portfolio Management Office (PMO) Manager

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



We have a new opportunity to join our Revenues &amp; Benefits team on a full time, 2-year fixed term contract.
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Revenues &amp; Benefits team as a Temporary Accommodation Officer. In this vital role, you’ll ensure accurate invoicing, benefit processing, and debt recovery for residents in temporary accommodation. Working closely with colleagues across Housing and Finance, you’ll help ensure that residents receive the correct support and that the Council’s financial processes run smoothly.
You’ll work within a small, supportive team and collaborate closely with colleagues in the Housing team to ensure that residents placed into temporary accommodation are awarded the correct housing benefit (where appropriate) and that the correct council tax is charged. You will ensure that rent charges are invoiced in a timely manner and monitored for non-payment, instigating appropriate recovery action where necessary.
We’re looking for someone who brings a flexible mindset and sound judgement to their decision-making.
Your work will directly support some of the borough’s most vulnerable residents by ensuring fair and accurate financial management of temporary accommodation.
Discover what it’s like to work at Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council and explore the benefits we offer: <a href="https://www.tmbc.gov.uk/council/working-us" target="_blank">Working for us – Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council</a>
Interviews w/c 8 September 2025
For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Andrew Rosevear, Deputy Revenue &amp; Benefits Manager on 01732 876039 (Direct applicants only, strictly no agencies).

Temporary Accommodation Revenues & Benefits Officer

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Please apply online via the link provided.



Are you a seasoned accounting professional with local government experience? Folkestone &amp; Hythe District Council is seeking a dynamic and experienced Chief Accountant to join our dedicated team and lead the Accountancy Team. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in supporting the financial future of our district, working closely with the s151 officer and Deputy s151 officer.
Key Responsibilities
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<li>- Ensure budget preparation, monitoring, and the preparation of the Council’s annual financial statements are completed to specified standards and deadlines.</li>
<li>- Provide professional advice to Members and service management on the financial implications of current and proposed service delivery activities.</li>
<li>- Support new initiatives with financial modelling, options appraisal, and business planning.</li>
<li>- Conduct professional and technical research to ensure financial management activities and reporting align with best practices and legislation.</li>
<li>- Assist in the preparation of estimates for the Medium-Term Financial Strategy.</li>
<li>- Lead the delivery of the annual financial statement and audit for the council, including HRA, subsidiary companies, and charities.</li>
<li>- Manage the Collection Fund and oversee relevant accounting, returns, and pooling arrangements.</li>
<li>- Attend corporate leadership team &amp; Council committee meetings to introduce papers and respond to Member queries.</li>
<li>- Lead, develop, and motivate accountancy staff, ensuring effective succession planning and training.</li>
<li>- Identify and implement continuous improvement and best practice initiatives.</li>
<li>- Liaise with external and internal auditors, ensuring timely responses and implementation of recommendations.</li>
<li>- Optimise the use of technology in service delivery and identify new investment opportunities.</li>
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Person Specification
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<li>Essential Qualifications:&nbsp;CCAB part-qualified Accountant (professional stage). A management qualification would be desirable, but not essential.</li>
<li>Experience:&nbsp;At least 4 years of recent and relevant experience within a financial environment, ideally within local government. Extensive experience providing professional advice to senior stakeholders and managing financial reporting, record-keeping, and service development projects.</li>
<li>Skills: Excellent leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills. Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and build strong working relationships at all levels. Proficient in IT, particularly Microsoft Office and financial/ERP systems.</li>
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Why Join Us?
Folkestone &amp; Hythe is a dynamic and innovative place to live, work and visit. 
Recognised by Best Companies as an outstanding organisation to work for, we have a focus on wellbeing and staff development. Our benefits include:
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<li>Flexible Working:&nbsp;Embrace a culture that supports agile and hybrid working arrangements.</li>
<li>Generous Leave:&nbsp;Enjoy up to 31 days of holiday plus bank holidays, a flexi-time scheme, birthday leave, and Christmas office closure.</li>
<li>Pension Scheme:&nbsp;Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.</li>
<li>Family-Friendly Initiatives:&nbsp;Benefit from a range of family-friendly policies and support.</li>
<li>Health &amp; Wellbeing:&nbsp;Participate in health and wellbeing initiatives, including an Employee Assistance Programme.</li>
<li>Additional Perks:&nbsp;Reimbursement of professional membership subscriptions, salary sacrifice schemes, corporate membership discounts, and free office parking.</li>
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Closing date for receipt of all completed applications is 11:59pm on 31st August 2025
Interviews will take place on 11th September 2025.
For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Jonathan Smith - Chief Officer, Financial Services (Deputy s151). Email: <a href="mailto:Jonathan.Smith@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jonathan.Smith@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk</a>, Tel: 01303 853780

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