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North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.The RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and experienced Proud to Care Project Lead to join our Contracts and Commissioning team. The Contracts and Commissioning team are responsible for commissioning services (where possible co-producing them) that meet health &amp; social care needs across all specialist services; working with Quality Monitoring &amp; Safeguarding Teams to ensure service providers are delivering high quality services as well as adhering to their contract. The team is responsible for developing housing solutions and supporting Operational Teams with co-ordinating packages in line with the Housing with Support Strategy. We work closely with Children’s commissioning to support pathways to adulthood.We support providers with their training requirements, as well as supporting them with recruitment and retention initiatives.We have a dedicated policy and strategy officer to oversee and develop a variety of commissioning strategies and link in with the wider directorate.North Somerset Adult Social Services are looking for someone to take on the exciting role of Proud to Care Project Lead to support workforce development within the independent social care market in North Somerset. Working under the Learning and Development Officer in the Contracts and Commissioning team, the successful candidate would be expected to lead on a number of new initiatives and represent North Somerset as part of the existing Proud to Care project group that spans Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>To represent North Somerset as the Proud to Care project lead working with Bristol and South Gloucestershire local authority colleagues.</li><li>To work with the Proud to Care project group and North Somerset Communications and Marketing Team to design and implement recruitment campaign content.</li><li>To provide advice, support and guidance to the independent/voluntary care sector around workforce development opportunities.</li><li>To take a lead with International Recruitment, supporting providers and overseas workers, including displaced workers.</li><li>To devise and run recruitment and marketing opportunities (i.e. Pod casts) for the social care workforce including live events such as the North Somerset Care Show and hosting student work experience.</li><li>To attend other agency’s recruitment events representing Proud to Care.</li><li>To support the Adult Social Services Learning and Development Officer in their role where needed.</li></ul>[Delete if not applicable]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 Mobile/Field Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:<ul><li>0-1 day in the office</li><li>Includes field workers who 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 about Adult social care and who possesses the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Experience and understanding of the social care sector is essential.</li><li>Experience of developing and delivering projects is essential.</li><li>Experience of developing and implementing processes is essential.</li><li>Experience of working autonomously and being accountable for quality and professionalism of own practice is essential.</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Relevant experience in creating appropriate work plans/programmes for self and others.</li><li>Experience of marketing/social media is desirable.</li><li>Good interpersonal skills and ability to develop an instant rapport.</li><li>A commitment to improving services with an ability to motivate others.</li><li>Ability to use a range of ICT skills and programmes.</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 Benefits booklet.How to ApplyIf you share our&nbsp;vision and valuesand 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 Lee Derbidge (Learning and Development Officer) at <a href="mailto:Lee.Derbidge@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">Lee.Derbidge@n-somerset.gov.uk</a> or 07385373090Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: Monday 04 August 2025.Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated.&nbsp; 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.&nbsp; 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.&nbsp;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

Proud to Care Project Lead

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We have an exciting opportunity for two highly motivated individuals to join our Internal Audit Team in the senior position of Auditor. You would support the service in the delivery of a comprehensive and varied range of internal audit services on behalf of the Council and our external clients, undertaking complex reviews and providing advice across all levels of the organisation.The Internal Audit Service is the key player in influencing and informing the decision-making process on the control environment of the County Council and its partner organisations to provide a primary source of assurance on strategic and operational objectives to ensure organisational outcomes are achieved.We offer flexible working arrangements including hybrid working to support a good work life balance and needs of the service.Main Responsibilities As a senior member of the team you will be reporting directly to an Audit Manager, you will be responsible primarily for carrying out a range of complex systems based audits across the Council and project support work within agreed timescales and to quality standards.&nbsp;Your role would also include&nbsp;<ul>
<li>working with stakeholders across the Council and Partner Organisations, including Members, Directors and Senior Management</li>
<li>undertaking the supervision and support of other team members</li>
<li>support both counter-fraud and special investigations work under the direction of the Counter Fraud Audit Manager.</li>
</ul>Please see the Job Description attached for a full description of the key accountabilities for this role.The Ideal Candidate We are looking for you to have risk-based audit and advisory experience together with a proven ability to deliver a planned programme of work. We want you to be attuned to the challenges of emerging risks, technologies and innovation and at the same time have the ability to assist in safeguarding processes and assets as management pursues new methods of creating and delivering value across Staffordshire County Council’s business operations.&nbsp;We are looking for you to demonstrate the following attributes;<ul>
<li>Be CCAB qualified (preferably CIPFA), or CMIIA qualified;</li>
<li>Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey detailed information to individuals at all levels of the organisation:</li>
<li>An eye for detail and a strong attention to accuracy;</li>
<li>Need to possess a thorough and logical approach and be comfortable working on&nbsp;own initiative to meet critical deadlines;</li>
<li>Proven relevant experience in a previous audit environment, providing impactful assurance and advisory services; and</li>
<li>Ability to anticipate risks and issues that could affect the organisation’s ability to reach its goals.</li>
</ul>Interviews will be held week commencing 21 July 2025.&nbsp;For any further information or if you have any questions, please contact Susan Bluck at <a href="mailto:susan.bluck@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">susan.bluck@staffordshire.gov.uk</a> or Deborah Harris @ <a href="mailto:deborah.harris@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">deborah.harris@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;

Auditor

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We're closely connected to what we do: we’re here to work with our communities and to make a difference.&nbsp;We’re exploring new ways of working with adults with a learning disability and/or autism and it's allowed us to create some exciting new opportunities for our staff including increasing access to post-registration training and our unique Social Work Learning Academy.&nbsp;We're proud of the work that we do and when you join our team, you'll be enabling the people we support to live their best life.&nbsp;This is a hugely diverse social work role. No one day is the same! You’ll open the door to lives of independence, fulfilment and joy, and your impact won’t stop there. This positive change will be felt across families and throughout the Staffordshire communities we’re proud to serve.&nbsp;Our current vacancies are located within:Neurodiversity Team- based in Stafford or East StaffordshireAdult Learning Disability South- based in South Staffordshire and East Staffordshire.&nbsp;Main Responsibilities As a Social Worker in this team, you’ll:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>Have a passion for supporting adults to achieve their full potential and want to gain further experience in improving outcomes.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Have the chance to support adults from the very start of their journey, reviewing their goals and ambitions.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Continue to promote independence and opportunities, ensuring that these have positive outcomes.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Undertake assessments, support planning, review and case management to support adults with a learning disability and/or autism ensuring that they, their families/carers and the people important to them are supported to live the life that they want to live.</li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate It goes without saying, you will need a professional social work qualification (DipSW, CQSW, CSS) or other social work qualification certified by Social Work England.You’ll be:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>Motivated by the purpose of your role – to help and support others. &nbsp;</li>
<li>A real team player, you’ll be able to flex to the needs of the team.&nbsp;</li>
<li>A proven track record of a person centred, and asset focused outlook and you’ll have high professional standards.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>“We’re happy to talk flexible working”&nbsp;What you’ll get from us&nbsp;You’ll receive professional supervision and be working in a team of high performing, dedicated and most importantly - friendly colleagues.&nbsp;In return for your skills, enthusiasm and commitment we will support you to take your career to the next level within an exciting, progressive and diverse service.If you require any further information about this role, please contact Rebecca Whiteman, Service Lead: <a href="mailto:rebecca.whiteman@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">rebecca.whiteman@staffordshire.gov.uk</a> <a href="mailto:rebecca.whiteman@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank"></a>Interviews will be held: Week commencing 28 July&nbsp;2025*Sometimes we can get a lot of applications for our vacancies so please don't wait to apply as we may need to close the advert early*Our Recruitment Process:&nbsp;We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.

Social Worker - Adult Learning Disabilities

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About the JobWest Sussex County Council (WSCC) operate a range of home to school and adults services transport routes across the County.As part of our team, you will enable vulnerable people to achieve the best possible personal outcomes. You will do this by providing a reliable and consistent, safe transport service.We're looking for people with an outward looking, caring and professional approach. The ideal person will naturally go above and beyond; acknowledging that our passengers value a friendly face and someone who is thoughtful and considerate.Sound like an opportunity you would be interested in, Read more.Salary: £28,624 - £31,067 per annum.Working Pattern: Full-time, 37 hours per week.Contract Length: Permanent. Location: Drayton depot, Chichester with hybrid working options.Interview date: As a Transport Coordinator you will lead in the daily running of our depot's vehicles including specialist accessible minibuses.A large part of your role will consist of supporting and recruiting a team of drivers, approximately 50. You will ensure that the relevant vehicles and driver resource are available to deliver our vital service. This will include an understanding of the customer requirements, matching resources to need in a timely and cost effective manner.The role will work closely with Fleet Management to ensure they supply the appropriately sourced and maintained fleet vehicles for their area.What we need from you:<ul>
<li>Excellent written and oral communication skills.</li>
<li>Ability to anticipate and identify problems, plan solutions, make sound pragmatic problem-solving decisions and make best use of available resources.</li>
<li>Strong customer focus with the ability to work within a team.</li>
<li>Good people related skills for managing drivers, working with colleagues in the area teams to deliver excellent services, and also talking to parents and other stakeholders.</li>
<li>Ability to remain calm when under pressure be able to switch work between competing needs during the course of a day.</li>
<li>Full current drivers D1 licence.</li>
<li>Computer literate.</li>
<li>Demonstrable knowledge of passenger transport operations including use of relevant safety equipment such as tail lifts, barriers and tie-down equipment.</li>
</ul>Rewards and BenefitsIn addition to working within a great team and a brilliant opportunity you will receive:<ul>
<li>A competitive salary.</li>
<li>25 days annual leave.</li>
<li>A generous pension scheme.</li>
<li>Training and development opportunities, including coaching and mentoring.</li>
<li>A range of discounts (Including Samsung, Argos, Wickes, TUI, Deliveroo and Asos).</li>
<li>Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres.</li>
<li>A range of commuting and business travel discount and initiatives.</li>
</ul>For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee, go to our Rewards and Benefits page.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is EIE01436.For further information, please contact Caroline Martin at .For issues or queries regarding your application please contact .To apply, upload your CV and cover letter explaining how you meet the key skills in the attached job description. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adultsThis post is subject to satisfactory references, health check.West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged.For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme, this can be found on our application help page.

Transport Co-ordinator

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Park Primary School is looking to appoint one or two permanent Cleaners who will be committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across our site and ensuring that our school is safe at all times.
The successful candidate(s) will join our friendly and dedicated premises team and will be required to undertake general duties relating to cleaning across the school. &nbsp;
Previous experience is preferred but not essential as training will be given to the successful candidate. &nbsp;
The start date is 1st September 2025.
The working hours are either :&nbsp;
1 post of 22.5 hours per week (7.00-9.00am and 3.30-6.00pm), Monday to Friday
or&nbsp;
2 posts of 10 hours (7.00-9.00am OR 3.30-5.30pm) and 12.5 hours per week (3.30pm-6.00pm), Monday to Friday
Please CLEARLY STATE which post(s) you are applying for.&nbsp;
** Please note that the advertised salary is based on the full 25 hour contract. &nbsp;If you require details of the salary for the 10 or 12.5 hour contracts, please contact the Business Manager. **
Please see the attached job description and person specification.
For further information, please contact our Business Manager, Helen Tickell, on 0151-638-6008 Ext 4.
Application forms and supporting letters detailing how you meet the essential and desirable criteria within the Person Specification should be emailed to <a href="mailto:recruitment@park.wirral.sch.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@park.wirral.sch.uk</a> &nbsp;CVs will not be accepted.
Park Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability.
Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, as part of our pre-employment due diligence, we will undertake general online searches for all shortlisted candidates. &nbsp;This will include social media websites and video platforms. Online searches will only examine data that is publicly available. Any areas of concern will be discussed during the interview process.

Cleaner

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Specialist&nbsp; - Neighbourhood Housing (Income)
Full time, permanent
Salary £35,593 - £41,110 per annum (37 hours per week) plus essential car user allowance
Would you like to work for a high performing Income management service?
We are looking for an individual who is self-motivated and enthusiastic with excellent communications skills.&nbsp; A passion for delivering excellent customer service, who has a “can do” attitude and is a good team player.&nbsp; You will need to be an excellent problem solver, whilst offering a balance between enforcement and support in all areas of Income management.
The Housing Income Specialists provide a vital link to other service units enabling the Council to deliver a comprehensive housing and income service. We are seeking an experienced individual to join our team of four front line Housing Income Specialist, within the Neighbourhood Housing, Income Collection Team.
Acting as the first point of customer contact, the role of Housing Income Specialist is to be responsible for rent income collection and associated charges in a defined geographical area within the borough of Guildford. The role involves dealing with sensitive issues, often within a pressurised environment where strong negotiation skills and having assertiveness in difficult situations are essential requirements.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Previous experience of giving debt advice and/ or welfare benefit advice would be desirable.
In return we offer a range of benefits including agile working, incremental progression related pay, highly competitive annual leave allowances, flexible working, staff discount scheme and membership of the local government pension scheme.
&nbsp;If you would like further details about this role please telephone Joanne Figg, Income Manager on (01483) 444280.
If you would like to apply for this role, please log on to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.guildford.gov.uk/" target="_blank">www.guildford.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and click Contact us, then click on Jobs at the top right-hand corner.
Closing date for applications: 18th&nbsp;July 2025
Interview: &nbsp;Week commencing 28th&nbsp;July 2025

About Guildford
Guildford is a regional centre for leisure, business, education, shopping and culture set in beautiful countryside that includes the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Guildford is a thriving market town and is a principal shopping destination with a vibrant night time economy. The town’s geographical location provides excellent transport links in all directions, London is just 30 minutes away on the train and the town is well-served by frequent bus routes and subsidised Park and Ride facilities.&nbsp; All of this contributes to a quality of life that attracts many people to live, work in and visit Guildford.
We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and post-holders to share this commitment.&nbsp; To fulfil this commitment we have robust systems in place for the safe recruitment of staff and volunteers.

Guildford Borough Council

Specialist - Neighbourhood Housing (Income) 10954

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An opportunity has arisen to join this highly motivated Housing repairs team, which is responsible for carrying out approximately 20,000&nbsp;repairs to council properties every year.

<h2>Job Profile</h2>
You should have considerable experience of building maintenance in all areas of work (excluding gas, electrics and decorating works).
The ideal candidate should be competent to carry out day – day repairs and complete bathroom and kitchen refits to council properties.
If you enjoy a&nbsp;challenge, meeting people, being able to make a difference to the local community and being part of a successful team, this role could be for you.
Other benefits include
37-hour week, at least 24 days paid leave a year plus bank holidays, a career average earnings pension scheme, training opportunities and corporate work wear. We also provide the use of a van to travel to and from work. This position may involve participation in the out of hours call out rota.
For more information or an informal chat please contact Paul Puttock, Operations Lead on (01483) 445021.
About Guildford
Guildford is a regional centre for leisure, business, education, shopping and culture set in beautiful countryside that includes the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Guildford is a thriving market town and is a principal shopping destination with a vibrant night time economy. The town’s geographical location provides excellent transport links in all directions, London is just 30 minutes away on the train and the town is well-served by frequent bus routes and subsidised Park and Ride facilities.&nbsp; All of this contributes to a quality of life that attracts many people to live, work in and visit Guildford.
We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and post-holders to share this commitment.&nbsp; To fulfil this commitment we have robust systems in place for the safe recruitment of staff and volunteers.

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>
Brighton and Hove City Council are recruiting for experienced and enthusiastic tradespeople to join our Housing Repairs and Maintenance Team
Do you want to support the residents of the city with their painting and decorating work? Do you want to focus on your trade and not sourcing materials, writing quotes or chasing customers for payment? Do you have a full clean drivers licence? Do you have an NVQ level 2 or equivalent in painting and decorating?
If so, we’d welcome your application to work within our busy Housing Repairs and Maintenance Service.
For an informal discussion, please contact Kay Atherton, Project Manager at <a href="mailto:james.pauley@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank"></a><a href="mailto:Kay.Atherton@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">Kay.Atherton@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a>
<h2>About the role</h2>You will carry out high-standard painting and decorating repairs and refurbishment activities for our residents’ homes, delivering high customer service and meeting all safety, quality and cost control standards.You will mainly be working in occupied properties within the Brighton and Hove area either on your own or in a small team. The key tasks will be:<ul>
<li>Preparing surfaces: cleaning, treating and washing down of mould, sanding, stripping of wallpaper, patch artex repairs and priming surfaces to ensure a smooth base for paint or wallpaper.</li>
<li>Painting of walls, ceilings and woodwork etc…</li>
<li>Wallpapering: Measuring, cutting, and applying wallpaper with precision.</li>
<li>Non licenced, non notifiable asbestos removal works to facilitate painting and decorating works.</li>
<li>General upkeep of properties.</li>
<li>Selection of products and quantities.</li>
</ul>Our residents come from a variety of backgrounds and some are vulnerable so you will need to be comfortable interacting with a wide range of people.Our team members say they enjoy working in Housing Repairs because&nbsp;“Every day is completely different, we really get a chance to help people from the local community and it feels great to have made a difference at the end of the day”.In return for your skills and hard work, we offer:<ul>
<li>A defined working week of 37 hours per week plus 5.5 hours of contracted overtime (Monday – Friday 08.00 – 17.00)</li>
<li>A full induction with job shadowing&nbsp;and on-going development</li>
<li>Your own allocated fleet vehicle for work use</li>
<li>Paid annual leave</li>
<li>Pension scheme</li>
</ul>Please read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/how-apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.As part of your application, you will need to upload your CV and answers to some shortlisting questions. Your answers to the shortlisting questions are the most important part of your application as it 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/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/cv-guidance" target="_blank">CV guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> and (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/shortlisting-questions-guidance" target="_blank">Shortlisting 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 term-time only. For part time applicants, where your working week is less than the council’s basic 37 hour week, contracted overtime rated pay will not form part of your working hours. This is because overtime rated pay is payable for hours worked in excess of the council’s basic 37 hour week. Your starting salary will be pro rata based on the basic annual salary elements of pay between £31,067 &amp; £32,654.
For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us&nbsp;</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 the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us/how-we-create-fair-and-inclusive-workplace" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk).</a>Please note that this post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Criminal Records Check.

Brighton & Hove City Council

Painter and Decorator

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This is a lone working mobile cleaning round cleaning various public convenience sites as directed, and other public convenience duties as required. Hours: 37 Hours per week Monday - Friday 15:30 - 23:30 November to February &amp; 16:30 - 00:30 March to January.Please note there will be a requirement to work bank holidays What is the role?<ul>
<li>The role is primarily servicing the Public Conveniences, but may include other Property and Housing owned or managed sites and services including schools, libraries, office premises and other open space</li>
<li>The service currently operates between the hours of 05:30 a.m. and 00:30. 7 days per week 365 days per year. A variety of shifts and hours are available and you will need to be flexible to cover different hours as the service may need you to cover leave and other unplanned absence</li>
<li>Shift patterns and hours of attendance may be subject to change to suit the demands of the service and to reflect changes to operating hours as the service grows or contracts</li>
<li>The role involves carrying out a range of cleaning tasks in order to meet the purpose of the service. This includes but is not limited to; litter-picking, mopping/scrubbing of floors, walls and other hard surfaces; cleaning of windows, dusting and the cleaning of sanitary-ware (WC's Urinals and Bowls/Sinks) including unblocking as necessary.</li>
<li>Replenishing of stock/tissue</li>
<li>The reporting of repairs and anti-social behaviour issues e.g. finding drug and alcohol paraphernalia, obscene graffiti and vandalism</li>
<li>The opening/locking of Public Conveniences and other premises including parks, gardens and cemeteries. </li>
<li>Providing an attendant service at our attended sites at Clarence Esplanade or the D-Day Museum Coach/Car Park</li>
<li>Specialist cleaning, such as steaming, and jet washing and using other mechanical equipment e.g. floor buffing/polishing machines</li>
<li>Ensuring availability and safe use of the facilities and dealing with or reporting any Health and Safety concerns as they arise</li>
</ul>Who is the person?<ul>
<li>You need to hold a full driving licence with no more than penalty 3 points. You will be transporting cleaning equipment and materials and travelling from site to site both in and outside the city, using a PCC provided vehicle.</li>
<li>You need to be able to work alone or as a member of a team. </li>
<li>Cleaning experience would be an advantage but not essential as full training will be given</li>
<li>You will need to have good communication skills as you will be representing the council and in direct contact with members of the public in what can sometime be challenging situations</li>
<li>Be flexible and adaptable to change as you may be required to cover different shift patterns and rounds as the service needs, including evenings weekends and bank holidays</li>
<li>Be physically fit and able to carry out both internal and external cleaning in all weather</li>
</ul>Our recruitment processFull information about our recruitment process can be found on our support for applicants' page: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/support-for-applicants/" target="_blank">Support for applicants - Careers portal</a>To make sure your application is above the rest, please download the Job Profile below to ensure your application matches the requirements of the role.When completing your application you will be required to complete a personal statement. You must demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile. Please give examples of your experience and any transferrable skills. This is your opportunity to showcase yourself and your achievements. We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/" target="_blank">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>. We are committed to offering an interview to all those candidates that qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria, however for roles that receive a large number of applications, this is not always possible, and we will select the candidates that best meet the minimum criteriaWe look forward to speaking with you soon.We will email applicants from time to time; please ensure you check e-mail folders as sometimes our e-mails may go into spam/junk folders. About Portsmouth City CouncilWhat we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a>Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800 Skills: You need to hold a full driving licence with no more than penalty 3 points. You will be transporting cleaning equipment and materials and travelling from site to site both in and outside the city, using a PCC provided vehicle. Keywords: Cleaner

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Finance Business Partner
Are you a finance professional looking to make a meaningful impact in local government? Reading Borough Council is seeking a talented and motivated Finance Business Partner – Children’s Social Care to join our dynamic Finance Business Partnering Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the strategic direction of the Council, supporting children’s services directorates with expert financial advice and insight.

We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. At Reading Borough Council, we value innovation, collaboration, and ambition. We offer a hybrid working environment, combining office-based and remote work, and support flexible working patterns. You’ll be part of a supportive team that encourages professional development and recognises the importance of work-life balance.

About the role:
In this role, you will work closely with the Strategic Finance Business Partner for Children’s Services (currently delivered via Brighter Futures for Children) to deliver high-quality financial support across a range of services. You’ll be a key advisor to budget managers, helping them navigate financial planning, budget setting, and year-end processes. Your work will directly influence decision-making, ensuring that resources are used effectively and that the Council’s strategic objectives are met.
Key areas of responsibility include:
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<li>Provide expert financial advice to Children’s Social Care budget managers</li>
<li>Support strategic planning, budget setting, and year-end processes for children’s services</li>
<li>Contribute to business cases such as early intervention, care placements, and service transformation</li>
<li>Analyse trends in demand and cost pressures, offering solutions to improve value for money</li>
<li>Help shape service strategy through robust financial insight and forecasting</li>
<li>Supervise and support junior finance staff</li>
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About you:
We’re looking for someone who is CCAB qualified (or working towards qualification) with a strong understanding of public sector finance. Experience in a business partnering role within Children’s Services Social Care is highly desirable. You should be confident in managing complex financial information, communicating clearly with stakeholders, and working collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for Reading
Drive Efficiency - create an environment in which resources are used efficiently, and employees’ skills are developed and used effectively
Be Ambitious - aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential&nbsp;
Make a Difference to Reading - inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity
Our offer
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition are strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
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<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service and 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
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 To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Jo Collis-Heavens - <a href="mailto:jo.collis-heavens@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">jo.collis-heavens@reading.gov.uk</a> 
Closing Date: Friday 25 July 2025 Interview Date: week commencing Monday 4 August 2025
Interview Process: Presentation &amp; Interview
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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