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<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £42,839 - £46,142 a year plus £963 essential car user allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentAre you ready to take the next step in your fire safety career? Luton Council is looking for an experienced Fire Door Qualification Supervisor to join our committed Property &amp; Construction team. This is your chance to make a tangible impact on the safety and wellbeing of Luton’s residents.We’re seeking a proactive, skilled professional to lead the delivery of fire door installation and maintenance works, ensuring projects are completed on time, to budget, and to the highest safety standards. You’ll manage a team of up to 20 operatives, coordinate resources, and deliver a responsive and compliant service across a range of housing and public buildings.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Supervise fire door projects from planning through to completion</li><li>Allocate labour and materials effectively using Schedule of Rates and specifications</li><li>Produce accurate reports, estimates, technical drawings, and compliance documentation</li><li>Interpret written requests, construction drawings and provide technical guidance</li><li>Ensure works comply with CDM 2015 regulations and health &amp; safety standards</li><li>Identify and implement solutions to technical and operational problems</li><li>Maintain respectful and professional communication with tenants, contractors, and stakeholders</li><li>Attend emergency callouts, meetings and inspections as required – including evenings/weekends</li></ul>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>&nbsp;What We’re Looking For<ul><li>At least 2 years’ experience in the Fire Safety sector</li><li>Strong knowledge of fire door standards (BM TRADA or similar accreditation required)</li><li>Experience managing multi-skilled teams and delivering maintenance/construction works</li><li>Solid understanding of fire safety legislation, Health and Safety, and CDM regulations</li><li>Ability to develop safe systems of work and manage resources efficiently</li><li>Skilled in producing technical documents, drawings and construction specs</li><li>A recognised qualification in a building trade (e.g. City &amp; Guilds) or equivalent supervisory experience</li><li>Full apprenticeship or equivalent experience in a relevant trade</li><li>Willingness to work at height, in confined spaces, and respond to out-of-hours emergencies</li></ul>Why Join Luton Council?<ul><li>Competitive salary and local government pension scheme</li><li>Supportive and inclusive working environment</li><li>Ongoing training and professional development</li><li>Be part of projects that truly matter to local people</li></ul>Apply Today!If you’re passionate about fire safety, experienced in managing people and projects, and want to contribute to safer buildings across Luton, we want to hear from you.Join us in making Luton a safer place to live and work.Luton Council is committed to equality and diversity in employment and service delivery.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;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. On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: 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 - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><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=1573717&amp;ptId=11663" target="_blank">download: Fire Door Qualification Supervisor M2 - June 2024 V2.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1573718&amp;ptId=11663" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Luton Borough Council

Fire Door Qualification Supervisor

We are recruiting a Lead Therapeutic Practitioner at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours (7.24 Monday – Friday) Contract Type: Permanent/Full Time Location: Ty Pawb, BargoedTeam: My Support Team (MyST) Regional Therapeutic Service This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £42,839 - £46,142 and offer access to training and development opportunities. The role of the Lead Therapeutic Practitioner is to provide a high level of professional therapeutic practice using appropriate interventions that are outcome focused and evidence based.The successful candidate will undertake complex assessments and formulations and recommend appropriate interventions. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining effective working relationships with networks/wider partners. The postholder will also be responsible for mentoring and professional developmental support, including advice and guidance to less experienced staff.You will participate in an On Call rota to provide therapeutic support and intervention outside office hours to ensure outcome focused achievements for children, young people and their families.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A relevant Level 6 (Degree) professional qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales. For example health, social care, youth and community work, teaching including qualified teacher status (QTS) certificate or a recognised therapy qualification.</li><li>An Understanding of children/young people’s physical, intellectual, linguistic, social and emotional growth and development, and understanding of how children/young people learn.</li><li>Experience of working in a therapeutic way with children and families who have experienced trauma and who have complex mental health needs.</li><li>Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business purposes to travel throughout the borough to attend meetings </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Davron Hodson on 01443 811485 or email <a href="mailto:hodsodg@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">hodsodg@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.Interviews will be held on Wednesday 27th August 2025





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Caerphilly County Borough Council

Lead Therapeutic Practitioner

Bricklayer (Multi-Skilled) Housing Maintenance and Asset Management 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.PermanentSalary: £28,518–£30,141 per annum Pay award pendingJoin Our Growing Team and Help Build a Better CommunityWe are committed to delivering a high-quality, customer-focused service to our residents—placing their needs at the heart of everything we do. As our team continues to grow, we’re creating exciting new opportunities for skilled professionals who want to make a real difference. If you're a dedicated Bricklayer who shares our values and takes pride in delivering excellent service, we’d love to welcome you to our team.As part of our Housing Maintenance and Asset Management Business Unit, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing homes across our district. You’ll work alongside a supportive team, focused on achieving consistently excellent results and ‘right first time’ outcomes.In return, we offer a fantastic range of benefits:<ul><li>Enrolment in our career-average Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Generous annual leave entitlement, increasing with length of service</li><li>Family-friendly benefits and 1 day's paid volunteering leave per year</li><li>Access to a lifestyle benefits platform and a funded health cashback plan</li><li>Provision of a works vehicle</li><li>£10/month gym membership at one of our four district gyms</li></ul>What you’ll do:<ul><li>Carry out general building repairs and maintenance tasks</li><li>Complete additional tasks within your skillset to ensure effective service delivery</li><li>Provide exceptional customer service to our tenants</li><li>Work efficiently and to a high standard, aiming for ‘right first time’ results</li><li>Adhere to safe working practices at all times</li><li>Maintain accurate records of work completed</li><li>Collaborate with colleagues across the team to deliver outstanding service</li></ul>What we’re looking for:<ul><li>Experience in bricklaying and general building works, including repairs and maintenance in domestic and commercial settings</li><li>A City &amp; Guilds / NVQ Level 2 certificate in bricklaying or equivalent qualification</li><li>Ideally, multi-skilled experience in areas such as plastering, basic plumbing, and painting</li><li>A full driving licence, due to the nature of the role</li></ul>This is your opportunity to be part of a team that values your expertise, supports your development, and is dedicated to improving lives across our community.Ready to lay the foundation for something great?We’re an ambitious, forward-thinking Council with strong values and a culture focused on delivering our best for customers. We pride ourselves on our organisational culture and regularly receive positive feedback from employees. Our internal engagement programme ensures staff voices are heard, and they remain informed about Council activities and events.For an informal chat about the role, please contact Jordan Hempenstall, Responsive Repairs and Voids Manager, at <a href="mailto:Jordan.Hempenstall@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jordan.Hempenstall@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk</a>.As an employer we will promote an inclusive working environment to maintain and develop a forward thinking and diverse workforce.Veterans/family of forces/ex-forces, those in care/care leavers, and candidates who declare disabilities (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) will be guaranteed interviews provided they have demonstrated that they meet the essential criteria of the post as detailed in the Person Specifications on their application forms. Closing Date: 29th August 2025Interviews: To be confirmed.





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Newark & Sherwood District Council

Bricklayer

Surveyor (Damp and Disrepair)Housing Maintenance and Asset ManagementPermanent37 HoursNS10 £36,945 - £38,745 Salary stated is inclusive of a market supplement due for review 28 February 2026Castle HouseHelp Us Maintain Safe, Healthy Homes For Our Tenants, Healthier Homes for Our CommunityAre you an experienced and qualified Housing Repairs Surveyor looking for your next challenge? We’re building a brand-new team to lead and deliver essential works related to damp, mould, and disrepair in our housing stock—and we want you to be a part of it.This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a pivotal role within our organisation, helping us provide safe, healthy, and comfortable homes for our tenants. You’ll be part of a passionate and professional team, working collaboratively to deliver high-quality outcomes and make a meaningful impact in the community.In return, we offer a comprehensive benefits package:<ul><li>Competitive salary</li><li>Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Generous annual leave entitlement, starting at 26 days and increasing with service</li><li>Free car parking until June 2026</li><li>A variety of family-friendly benefits</li><li>Flexi-time and hybrid working arrangements</li><li>One day’s paid volunteering leave</li><li>Access to a health cashback plan and employee benefits platform</li><li>£10/month gym membership at one of our four district gyms</li></ul>What you’ll do:<ul><li>Visit tenants’ homes to assess and accurately diagnose remedial works</li><li>Conduct pre- and post-inspections of repair works to ensure high standards</li><li>Collaborate with external surveyors on disrepair cases and produce detailed reports</li><li>Deliver and plan damp, mould, and disrepair cases with a strong customer focus</li><li>Monitor and manage performance to meet regulatory obligations</li><li>Carry out general property surveys, schedules of dilapidation, and project briefs</li><li>Prepare specifications, Bill of Quantities, and drawings</li><li>Manage relevant contracts effectively</li><li>Provide a high level of care and customer service to tenants</li></ul>What we’re looking for:<ul><li>Proven experience delivering effective solutions for damp, mould, condensation, and disrepair</li><li>Background in social housing or a similar environment</li><li>HNC or equivalent in a relevant subject</li><li>Strong research and analytical skills</li><li>A customer-focused approach with excellent communication and organisational skills</li></ul>If you're passionate about delivering outstanding repairs services and want to help us make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.We’re an ambitious, forward-thinking Council with strong values and a culture focused on delivering our best for customers. We pride ourselves on our organisational culture and regularly receive positive feedback from employees. Our internal engagement programme ensures staff voices are heard, and they remain informed about Council activities and events.For an informal chat about the role, please contact Jordan Hempenstall, Responsive Repairs and Voids Manager, at <a href="mailto:Jordan.Hempenstall@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jordan.Hempenstall@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk</a>.As an employer we will promote an inclusive working environment to maintain and develop a forward thinking and diverse workforce.Veterans/family of forces/ex-forces, those in care/care leavers, and candidates who declare disabilities (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) will be guaranteed interviews provided they have demonstrated that they meet the essential criteria of the post as detailed in the Person Specifications on their application forms. Closing Date: Friday 22nd August 2025Interviews: To be confirmed.





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Surveyor - Damp and Disrepair

Housing Maintenance and Asset ManagementRepairs and Empty Homes Supervisor (Planned Works, Damp and Disrepair)PermanentNS10 £35,235-£37,035 per annum37 hours per weekLead the Way in Creating Safe, Healthy Homes for Our CommunityAre you an experienced and suitably qualified Housing Repairs / Maintenance Supervisor looking for your next challenge? We’re building a brand-new team to lead and deliver essential works related to damp, mould, and disrepair in our housing stock—and we want you to be a part of it.This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a key leadership role within our organisation, coordinating a dedicated team of trades operatives and surveyors, and managing external contractors to ensure high-quality service delivery. You’ll be instrumental in helping us meet our regulatory obligations, including those under Awaab’s Law, while keeping customer focus at the heart of everything we do.In return, we offer a comprehensive benefits package:<ul><li>Competitive salary</li><li>Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Generous annual leave entitlement, starting at 26 days and increasing with service</li><li>Free car parking until June 2026</li><li>A variety of family-friendly benefits</li><li>Flexi-time and hybrid working arrangements</li><li>One day’s paid volunteering leave</li><li>Access to a health cashback plan and employee benefits platform</li><li>£10/month gym membership at one of our four district gyms</li></ul>What you’ll do:<ul><li>Ensure timely response and resolution of damp and mould cases in line with Awaab’s Law</li><li>Oversee disrepair works, ensuring completion within required timeframes</li><li>Support delivery of the planned maintenance contract, meeting service standards and performance targets</li><li>Manage a team of operatives and contractors, fostering high morale and strong performance</li><li>Provide technical advice to the Repairs Customer Service and Works Planning team</li><li>Consult with tenants on works and fittings, ensuring their voices are heard</li><li>Investigate and resolve complaints with professionalism and care</li><li>Monitor service demand and support ongoing delivery with the Repairs and Voids Manager</li></ul>What we’re looking for:<ul><li>Demonstrable experience managing building maintenance or workforces</li><li>Proven ability to supervise teams and drive high performance</li><li>Strong planning and prioritisation skills</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities</li><li>A full driving licence and access to a vehicle</li></ul>This is your chance to take on a leadership role that truly makes a difference—helping us deliver safe, comfortable homes and outstanding service to our tenants. Ready to lead with purpose?We’re an ambitious, forward-thinking Council with strong values and a culture focused on delivering our best for customers. We pride ourselves on our organisational culture and regularly receive positive feedback from employees. Our internal engagement programme ensures staff voices are heard, and they remain informed about Council activities and events.For an informal chat about the role, please contact Jordan Hempenstall, Responsive Repairs and Voids Manager, at <a href="mailto:Jordan.Hempenstall@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jordan.Hempenstall@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk</a>.As an employer we will promote an inclusive working environment to maintain and develop a forward thinking and diverse workforce.Veterans/family of forces/ex-forces, those in care/care leavers, and candidates who declare disabilities (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) will be guaranteed interviews provided they have demonstrated that they meet the essential criteria of the post as detailed in the Person Specifications on their application forms.Closing Date: Friday 22nd August 2025Interviews: To be confirmed.<ul></ul>

Repairs and Empty Homes Supervisor

Joiner (Multi-Skilled) Housing Maintenance and Asset Management 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with some call-out duties required, including weekends.Salary £28,518–£30,141 per annum Additional payment of £262.89 per week whilst on callPay award pendingJoin Our Growing Team and Help Make a Real DifferenceWe are committed to delivering a high-quality, customer-focused service to our residents—placing their needs at the heart of everything we do. As our team continues to grow, we’re creating exciting new opportunities for skilled professionals who want to make a meaningful impact in their community. If you're a dedicated Joiner who shares our values and takes pride in delivering excellent service, we’d love to welcome you to our team.As part of our Housing Maintenance and Asset Management Business Unit, you’ll play a key role in maintaining and improving homes across our district. You’ll work alongside a supportive and passionate team, focused on achieving consistently excellent results and ‘right first time’ outcomes.In return, we offer a fantastic range of benefits:<ul><li>Enrolment in our career-average Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Generous annual leave entitlement, increasing with length of service</li><li>A wide range of family-friendly benefits and 1 day's paid volunteering leave per year</li><li>Access to a lifestyle benefits platform and a funded health cashback plan</li><li>Provision of a works vehicle</li><li>£10/month gym membership at one of our four district gyms</li></ul>What you’ll do:<ul><li>Carry out joinery repairs, installations, and maintenance</li><li>Complete additional maintenance tasks within your skillset to ensure effective service delivery</li><li>Provide exceptional customer service to our tenants</li><li>Work efficiently and to a high standard, aiming for ‘right first time’ results</li><li>Adhere to safe working practices at all times</li><li>Maintain accurate records of work completed</li><li>Collaborate with colleagues across the team to deliver outstanding service</li></ul>What we’re looking for:<ul><li>Experience in joinery works, including installations, repairs, and maintenance in domestic and commercial settings</li><li>A City &amp; Guilds / NVQ Level 2 certificate in Joinery or equivalent qualification</li><li>Ideally, multi-skilled experience in areas such as plastering, basic plumbing, and painting</li><li>A full driving licence, due to the nature of the role</li></ul>This is your opportunity to be part of a team that values your expertise, supports your development, and is dedicated to improving lives across our community. Ready to build something great with us?We’re an ambitious, forward-thinking Council with strong values and a culture focused on delivering our best for customers. We pride ourselves on our organisational culture and regularly receive positive feedback from employees. Our internal engagement programme ensures staff voices are heard, and they remain informed about Council activities and events.For an informal chat about the role, please contact Jordan Hempenstall, Responsive Repairs and Voids Manager, at <a href="mailto:Jordan.Hempenstall@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jordan.Hempenstall@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk</a>.As an employer we will promote an inclusive working environment to maintain and develop a forward thinking and diverse workforce.Veterans/family of forces/ex-forces, those in care/care leavers, and candidates who declare disabilities (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) will be guaranteed interviews provided they have demonstrated that they meet the essential criteria of the post as detailed in the Person Specifications on their application forms. Closing Date: Friday 29th August 2025Interviews: To be confirmed.<ul></ul>

Joiner

Customer Service Advisor – RepairsHousing Maintenance and Asset ManagementPermanent37 hours per weekNS6 £25,992- £27,269 per annum Join Our Growing Team and Help Make a Real DifferenceWe are committed to delivering a high-quality, customer-focused service to our residents—placing their needs at the heart of everything we do. As our team continues to grow, we’re creating exciting new opportunities for passionate individuals who want to make a meaningful impact in their community. If you’re someone with excellent customer service skills and a genuine desire to help others, we’d love to welcome you to our Housing Repairs Customer Service Team.In this role, you’ll be at the frontline of our housing repairs and asset works service, providing advice and information to residents over the phone and online. You’ll be part of a supportive and dedicated team, working together to deliver effective services across our district.In return, we offer a fantastic range of benefits:<ul><li>Enrolment in our career-average Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Flexi scheme and hybrid working options</li><li>Generous annual leave entitlement, increasing with length of service</li><li>A wide range of family-friendly benefits</li><li>1 day's paid volunteering leave per year</li><li>Access to a lifestyle benefits platform and a funded health cashback plan</li><li>Free car parking until June 2026</li><li>£10/month gym membership at one of our four district gyms</li></ul>What you’ll do:<ul><li>Provide a high-quality, customer-orientated advice and information service</li><li>Communicate effectively with residents via phone and online channels</li><li>Support housing repairs and asset works by offering accurate and timely information</li><li>Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure excellent service delivery</li></ul>What we’re looking for:<ul><li>Experience in providing information and advice in a customer service setting</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of housing repairs work and works planning</li><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities</li><li>Confidence in using your own initiative in a busy, fast-paced environment</li></ul>This is your opportunity to be part of a team that values your skills, supports your growth, and is dedicated to improving lives across our community. Ready to make a difference every day?We’re an ambitious, forward-thinking Council with strong values and a culture focused on delivering our best for customers. We pride ourselves on our organisational culture and regularly receive positive feedback from employees. Our internal engagement programme ensures staff voices are heard, and they remain informed about Council activities and events.For more information about the role, or for an informal chat, please contact Michelle Bentley on 01636 551620 or <a href="mailto:michelle.bentley@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk" target="_blank">michelle.bentley@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk</a>As an employer we will promote an inclusive working environment to maintain and develop a forward thinking and diverse workforce.Veterans/family of forces/ex-forces, those in care/care leavers, and candidates who declare disabilities (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) will be guaranteed interviews provided they have demonstrated that they meet the essential criteria of the post as detailed in the Person Specifications on their application forms. Closing Date: Friday 22nd August 2025Interviews: To be confirmed.<ul></ul>

Customer Services Advisor - Repairs

Plasterer (Multi-Skilled) Housing Maintenance and Asset Management 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.PermanentSalary: £28,518–£30,141 per annum Pay award pendingJoin Our Team and Help Shape Homes That MatterWe are committed to delivering a high-quality, customer-focused service to our residents—placing their needs at the heart of everything we do. As our team continues to grow, we’re creating exciting new opportunities for skilled professionals who want to make a meaningful impact in their community. If you're a dedicated Plasterer who shares our values and takes pride in delivering excellent service, we’d love to welcome you to our team.As part of our Housing Maintenance and Asset Management Business Unit, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining and improving homes across our district. You’ll work alongside a supportive and passionate team, focused on achieving consistently excellent results and ‘right first time’ outcomes.In return, we offer a fantastic range of benefits:<ul><li>Enrolment in our career-average Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Generous annual leave entitlement, increasing with length of service</li><li>A wide range of family-friendly benefits and 1 day's paid volunteering leave per year</li><li>Access to a lifestyle benefits platform and a funded health cashback plan</li><li>Provision of a works vehicle</li><li>£10/month gym membership at one of our four district gyms</li></ul>What you’ll do:<ul><li>Carry out general plastering repairs and maintenance tasks</li><li>Complete additional maintenance tasks within your skillset to ensure effective service delivery</li><li>Provide exceptional customer service to our tenants</li><li>Work efficiently and to a high standard, aiming for ‘right first time’ results</li><li>Adhere to safe working practices at all times</li><li>Maintain accurate records of work completed</li><li>Collaborate with colleagues across the team to deliver outstanding service</li></ul>What we’re looking for:<ul><li>Experience in plastering and general building works, including repairs and maintenance in domestic and commercial settings</li><li>A City &amp; Guilds / NVQ Level 2 certificate in Plastering or equivalent qualification</li><li>Ideally, multi-skilled experience in areas such as basic plumbing and painting</li><li>A full driving licence, due to the nature of the role</li></ul>This is your opportunity to be part of a team that values your craftsmanship, supports your development, and is dedicated to improving lives across our community. Ready to make your mark?We’re an ambitious, forward-thinking Council with strong values and a culture focused on delivering our best for customers. We pride ourselves on our organisational culture and regularly receive positive feedback from employees. Our internal engagement programme ensures staff voices are heard, and they remain informed about Council activities and events.For an informal chat about the role, please contact Jordan Hempenstall, Responsive Repairs and Voids Manager, at <a href="mailto:Jordan.Hempenstall@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jordan.Hempenstall@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk</a>.As an employer we will promote an inclusive working environment to maintain and develop a forward thinking and diverse workforce.Veterans/family of forces/ex-forces, those in care/care leavers, and candidates who declare disabilities (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) will be guaranteed interviews provided they have demonstrated that they meet the essential criteria of the post as detailed in the Person Specifications on their application forms. Closing Date: Interviews: To be confirmed.<ul></ul>

Plasterer

<h4>The Role</h4>Step into a Senior Role that Makes a Lasting ImpactAre you an experienced social worker ready to take the next step in your career? Do you want to play a key role in shaping high-quality, person-centred care for adults in Southwark?This could be your perfect next move.We’re looking for Deputy Team Managers – also known as a Senior Social Workers – to join our Adult Social Work Services. This role offers the best of both worlds: the opportunity to hold a meaningful, senior position while remaining close to frontline practice and the people we support.You’ll be a vital part of a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team, working alongside skilled colleagues to support adults with physical disabilities, older people, adults with dementia, and carers. You’ll bring your expertise and leadership in practice to complex cases, support less experienced team members, and contribute to a collaborative, supportive culture.Why Join Southwark?We understand that more and more professionals are valuing the long-term benefits of permanent roles—like career stability, funded development and the chance to build lasting relationships with the people they support.At Southwark, we offer:<ul><li>a stable, secure role with clear pathways for progression</li><li>generous benefits, including annual leave and pension</li><li>funded training and CPD, including leadership programmes</li><li>flexible and hybrid working, plus the tools you need to thrive</li><li>strong professional support, including from our Principal Social Worker and OT</li></ul>Who We're Looking ForYou’ll be an experienced and confident social worker who is:<ul><li>a qualified and registered Social Worker.</li><li>experienced, with post-qualification training or equivalent expertise in a relevant field.</li><li>knowledgeable about current and emerging adult social care legislation</li><li>skilled in managing complex cases and safeguarding work</li><li>a strong communicator who supports colleagues and promotes best practice</li><li>committed to high standards of care and person-centred support</li><li>ready to step into a senior position within a supportive team</li></ul>Whether you're seeking greater responsibility or looking to deepen your impact without moving fully into management, this role provides the opportunity to grow while staying rooted in practice.To apply, please indicate which team you’re interested in joining. Learn more about our teams and what they do <a href="https://www.southwarkadultsocialcarejobs.co.uk/services/" target="_blank">here</a>. This post requires an Enhanced DBS check.Benefits and more information:In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Staff Benefits</a> page.Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.





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Southwark Council

Deputy Team Manager - Adults

Job DescriptionSalary: £24.30 - £27.33 per hour, depending on grade. Subject to increase for 24/25 pay yearGrade TUTLEC 1 – 4 depending on qualifications and experience.Casual Contract - Hours per Week are variable (as &amp; when required) and subject to demand<ul> <li>Thurrock Adult Community College is the local authority’s provider of adult education for Thurrock. Our main base is in the Old Court House in Grays, but we deliver courses across the borough.</li> <li>You will be responsible for planning courses and lessons, creating resources, teaching lessons, and marking learners work and giving developmental feedback.</li> <li>Experience of teaching adults is required.</li> <li>Experience of teaching individuals with learning difficulties is essential.</li> <li>You will have level 2 qualifications in English and maths, a level 3 award in Education and Training and ideally a level 5 teaching qualification for teaching in post 16 sector. We will consider applications from individuals with no formal teaching qualifications, depending on experience, but you will need to achieve the level 3 award within the first year of teaching and the level 5 diploma within the second year.</li> <li>An Enhanced DBS check with children’s barred list is required.</li></ul>Closing Date: 24th August 2025Interview Date: To Be ConfirmedIf you have any questions or wish to discuss the post further, please contact <a href="mailto:Fay.Stone@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">Fay.Stone@thurrock.gov.uk</a> To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EQxxjrfufk9EjufmeBXBpX4BkeAfMIG-jA9HUmp6THyslA?e=Y3Rk6g" target="_blank">Download Job Profile )PDF Document)</a> &nbsp;About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Thurrock Council

Tutor (Casual) - Adults with Learning Difficulties

Job DescriptionSalary: £29,253&nbsp;- £32,736&nbsp;per annumGrade: CPermanent Contract37 Hours per weekSituated on the River Thames, Thurrock is an ambitious unitary with vision and opportunities for its residents and businesses.Thurrock’s Debt Management Team is a highly recognised services having been nominated twice for the IRRV (Institute of Revenues Rating and Valuation) Most Improved Team of the Year Award and was in the finalists in 2012 and achieved a Bronze Award in 2013.The team are currently looking for a&nbsp;Recovery Officer&nbsp;to join this dynamic team.&nbsp;You would be involved in collection of personal and commercial debt totalling over £230m per year. We make collections on services such as Revenues and Benefits, Non-Domestic Rates, Trade Waste and Sundry debts. You will have a portfolio of accounts which will require a variety of contact streams including telephone calls, written enquiries, emails, face to face visits and attendances to Court.The ideal candidate will have:<ul> <li>Confidence to be able to manage difficult conversations</li> <li>A knowledge debt collection processes</li> <li>A full knowledge and understanding of the Thurrock Fair Debt Policy</li> <li>Experience using negotiation skills</li> <li>Experience of communicating with members of the public.</li></ul>&nbsp;In return for your time and commitment, we offer:<ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement – 25 days rising to 30 after 5 years’ service</li> <li>Flexible working to support a good work life balance</li> <li>An excellent Employee Assistance Programme</li> <li>Excellent training opportunities and an established CPD programme</li> <li>Reflective supervision and management support</li></ul>A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at Basic Level is required for this post.&nbsp;Advert Closing Date<ul> <li>Redeployment Only:&nbsp;21st August 2025</li> <li>Internal &amp; External:&nbsp;31st August 2025</li></ul>Interview Date:&nbsp;To Be ConfirmedTo view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Eb7_2cbo5HtLsz9rPzt8Uz8BtX1DpN1-AAIjBwuGtzEHQw?e=PoPaH3" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> &nbsp;“If you encounter an error message when opening the Job Profile link please refresh the error page”About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Debt Recovery Officer

Job Title: Travel Trainer Starting Salary: £27,694 progressing to £31,022 per annum Hours: 37.0The post holder is required to be flexible with regards to working hours. The working pattern will be supported by their line manager and will include some early morning starts and availability to support young people on the journey home at the end of the school / college day.Location: StevenageThe postholder will cover West Herts however may be required to be flexible to cover areas countywide when required. Contract Type: Fixed Term End Date Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>The Travel Training team work closely with young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) attending schools and colleges to deliver an accredited programme which aims to provide young people with the skills to be able to travel independently from home to school/college.Alongside high levels of face-to-face work with students in the community, Travel Trainers work together as a team to deliver Travel Training initiatives in schools to support young people with their journey to independence.In order to generate referrals, the Team develop and maintain strong professional relationships with schools, Colleges and partner agencies within HCC to identify young people who fit the programmes criteria and who are suitable for the programme.The Travel Training team is established and highly regarded within Hertfordshire and provides a consistent training programme. You can make a real difference to young people with an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP) in helping them develop life changing skills which will enable them to develop their independence and confidence which can then enhance their social, educational and employment opportunities.<h4>About the role</h4>The role requires working with young people with an EHCP at KS3 - KS5 who have been identified by the school/ college, from partner agencies and referrals and assigned by the line manager as pupils who will benefit from Travel Training.The Focus of the role is to;<ul><li>Work face to face with young people in the community to support them to become independent</li><li>Identify and prioritise young people who are most likely to benefit from travel training.</li><li>Ensure eligibility criteria is met and that they are suitable for the programme.</li><li>Maintaining accurate records of students’ progress and reporting to line manager.</li></ul>The postholder will be required to:<ul><li>Develop the travel training skills of the students, in the classroom and in the community, assisting students in class based and practical activities where applicable.</li><li>You will have face to face meetings with families and 1:1 support with young people while out in the community. Excellent communication skills, empathy, patience and the ability to understand individual needs are vital attributes.</li><li>The role involves planning and managing your own caseload and work patterns whilst being supported by the Travel Trainer manager.</li><li>The post holder will be required to keep accurate records and manage own workload to keep records up to date in line with deadlines.</li><li>The ability to communicate professionally via email, telephone and face to face with partner agencies, young people and their families is essential.</li><li>As part of this role, you will be required to travel to sites across the county using your own mode of transport.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Able to work flexible hours including early starts. This is essential for this role.</li><li>Driving Licence and access to a vehicle.</li><li>Evidence of previous experience of working with young people with SEND including monitoring and development.</li><li>Flexible approach to working and problem solving.</li><li>Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and the ability to keep up-to-date and accurate records.</li><li>Experience of planning and managing a case load.</li><li>Experience of delivering presentations and learning resources to groups of young people.</li><li>Ability to work on an individual basis using own initiative.</li><li>Evidence of previous experience in maintaining health and safety standard and safeguarding whilst working with people in the community</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Teaching experience.</li><li>Evidence of previous experience in maintaining health and safety standard and safeguarding whilst working with people in the community.</li><li>Evidence of previous experience of working with young people with SEND including monitoring and development.</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 Community Services, level COM7 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Community servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Stuart Scarrott <a href="mailto:stuart.scarrott1@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">stuart.scarrott1@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>Interview Date: 26th Aug&nbsp;Benefits 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. Secondment This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the&nbsp;Secondment Form&nbsp;as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Hertfordshire County Council

Travel Trainer

To support Adult Social Care by providing an efficient and effective service, which includes producing the four weekly invoices for client’s care charges, setting up direct debits and making contact through telephone, letter and face to face.Deal with queries from clients or their representatives regarding their invoices and prepare relevant correspondence as necessary. Ensure a sensitive, accurate and quality service is provided at all times to internal and external customers.Maintain accurate records of all actions taken, ensuring client files are kept up to date and relevant actions diary dated.Apply current legislation and policy to all cases and ensure that knowledge base is kept up to date.You will have previous experience at reconciling financial data with the ability to interpret and validate complex numerical information and able to spot anomalies to ensure data accuracy. Handling queries via phone, email and face to face with the ability to explain complex information clearly. In return we will offer you: <ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li></ul>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.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.Our organisation:Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.Important Information-Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileEqual Opportunities Commitment StatementMedway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.<ul></ul>

Medway Council

This is Medway

Income Officer

It is an exciting time to join Medway Youth Justice Team. We are looking for applicants who have extensive experience working with children at risk of offending and supporting them to move forward positively to the future.The main purpose of the Youth Justice Team is to prevent children from entering the Criminal Justice System, and to prevent those involved in the Criminal Justice System from re-offending. Medway Youth Justice team has sought to develop a child first approach to Youth Justice practice that treats children involved in the Youth Justice system primarily as being children first, understanding their individual experiences, and working with them to live positive and fulfilling lives. The Youth Justice Officer will undertake complex assessments of the risk of offending, risk of harm and safeguarding concerns of children involved in the Criminal Justice System. They supervise a caseload of children referred by the Youth Court and by the Police as out of court disposals. They will prepare reports and assessments for both the Youth Court and the Police. They will be required to assess the risks, safeguarding issues and diversity needs of children and plan and deliver interventions responsive to these needs.The Youth Justice Officer will hold a caseload of children who have been assessed as being at risk of re-offending / or causing harm to the community, and of being themselves vulnerable and at risk. They will deliver individual and sometimes group-interventions to these children. They will deliver interventions in accordance with the National Standards for the Youth Justice System and locally agreed practice requirements.About you<ul><li>Educated to degree in relevant subject e.g., Social Work, Youth Justice, Youth Service or Probation studies, teaching, law, criminology, psychology, and the creative arts.</li><li>An understanding of Youth Justice / Criminal Justice legislation.</li><li>Experience of working with children in the Youth Justice System</li><li>Experience of working with young people and adolescents and bringing about positive change in their lives.</li><li>A full driving licence and access to own transport for work purposes.</li><li>Able to engage with children in child first manner.</li></ul> The Youth Justice Service are seeking a Youth Justice Officer to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. 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> </h4><h4>In return we offer you:</h4><ul><li>Essential Car User allowance or access to a lease car</li><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> <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.





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Youth Justice Officer

We are seeking an Operational and Performance Manager for our Youth Justice Service. You will have operational management responsibility for the Youth Justice Team, with a specific focus on achieving positive change and keeping children and communities safe, leading on prevention, diversion, and management of our work to prevent offending and re-offending by children. You will work alongside colleagues and multi-agency partners to develop and continuously improve the delivery of a high-quality effective service that delivers good outcomes for children, young people, their families, victims and the community.<h4>About You</h4>As a qualified and registered Social Worker or Justice professional, you will have substantial management experience and a proven track record of successfully leading and managing multi-agency teams, ideally in a Youth Justice or related field. You will also be able to demonstrate a breadth of knowledge and experience of working with children in a statutory setting and ideally have experience of working with ‘<a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200486/childrens_social_workers_blog/1401/signs_of_safety" target="_blank">Signs of Safety’</a> or a similar strength and relationships based practice framework.If you wish to discuss the post then please contact the Youth Justice Service Manager, Mark Powell, at <a href="mailto:mark.powell@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">mark.powell@medway.gov.uk</a>.<h4> </h4><h4>In return we offer you:</h4><ul><li>Essential Car User allowance or access to a lease car</li><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> <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.





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Youth Justice Operational and Performance Manager

We are looking to recruit to a new and exciting role in our Communications and Marketing department. The Digital Communications and Engagement Officer will be responsible for managing and developing Medway Council’s social media channels and digital platforms, this includes editorial oversight of other service managed social media and digital channels.The Digital Communications and Engagement Officer will provide strategic input by planning and implementing digital communications and engagement strategies, using a variety of methods and channels to reach a wide range of audiences, to promote the council’s vision and priorities as well as support the department’s proactive and reactive communications. The successful candidate will have excellent writing skills across a variety of formats, with the ability to produce engaging copy across multiple channels, including eNewsletters and other email-marketing activities. This is a creative role which involves producing videos and carrying out video interviews with senior members of staff. The Digital Communications and Engagement Officer will be confident to research topics (sometimes complex), write scripts and film senior members of staff, as well as edit and publish video footage across multiple channels and platforms. They will be responsible for training colleagues on best practice in using a variety of social media channels and digital platforms, as well as staying up-to-date on industry best practice and making recommendations through trend awareness. They will maintain professional standards by keeping abreast of best practice in digital communications and engagement, as well as issues affecting local government. They will fully comply with legislation, including GDPR, when publishing content across all channels. The Digital Communications and Engagement Officer will work closely with the Press Office, which is responsible for managing the council’s reputation and promoting the council’s vision and priorities. They will provide a social media listening role and be able to respond to residents’ concerns and queries online, ensuring as far as possible that misinformation is corrected and effective signposting to correct information is provided, as well as reporting and advising senior colleagues on emerging topics and issues arising.This role will support the Press Office during an emergency incident or crisis, with the ability of working independently, under pressure and to tight deadlines. They will be part of the Communications and Marketing team’s out of hours emergency communications rota, as well as a rota to attend evening meetings, such as Full Council and Cabinet, to cover social media on corporate decision making. We are seeking a Digital Communications &amp; Engagement Officer to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. 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. If you would like an informal discussion, please contact Senior Media and Internal Communications Manager Carly Wymark on 01634 332252.Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C. When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached. The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A. Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileFor further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Brighton &amp; Hove is a great place to live, learn, work and visit.We are committed to delivering an outstanding service to our residents and to making the Tenancy Team within our Housing and People Services Directorate the first choice for Housing Officers to work.If you are looking to work in a flexible and forward-thinking organisation, have a good understanding of the needs of Council Tenants and Leaseholders and are seeking an exciting new challenge, then we would be delighted to hear from you.Fixed term for&nbsp;12 monthsThis job would be offered as fixed term to external candidates and may be available as a secondment to internal applicants in line with our secondment policy. Before applying, please ensure you have read <a href="https://brightonandhovecc.sharepoint.com/sites/TheWavePoliciesandProcedures/SitePages/Secondment-policy.aspx?web=1" target="_blank">the Secondment policy</a> to ensure you are eligible to apply. In accordance with the policy, please ensure you have the written approval of your line manager before applying. Evidence of this must be included with your application.If you would like to discuss the opportunity available or would like to find out more about a career in Housing, please email the following Housing Manager to arrange a conversation.Robert Keelan - West Housing Team &nbsp;- <a href="mailto:robert.keelan@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">robert.keelan@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a><h2>About the role</h2>You will have a relevant professional qualification or proven experience of working in housing at this level. Your experience will have given you an excellent knowledge and understanding of the full range of housing management services, including the relevant legal context. You will be comfortable in managing a diverse and complex caseload in a high demand service and will be a strong collaborator with a range of teams in a multi-agency setting.You’ll be working in a directorate that is dedicated to empowering people from different communities and backgrounds to come together, live well and thrive, supported by our city-wide work on fairness, inclusion, and engagement. You’ll have an ability to communicate with a diverse range of stakeholders, a deep understanding of the needs of our different communities and residents, and the skills to ensure accessibility and inclusion in your work.We have a 12-month fixed term maternity cover vacancy available, with some scope for regular working from home to support a positive work / life balance. &nbsp;We can also offer fully office-based arrangements as an option. &nbsp;Our diverse team is based across the city in one of our three housing offices and at our Housing Centre based in Moulsecoomb. On the days you are working in the office you will be in a welcoming working environment, with a friendly and supportive team.In return, we can offer you a competitive salary, training and qualifications, career progression with the opportunity to become involved and lead on bespoke projects, flexible working, a generous annual leave allowance with the opportunity to buy extra days, staff discounts, and admittance into the Local Government Pension Scheme.If you are successful in your application, we have the following employee networks here to support you throughout your employment with us: BME Workers, Disabled Workers and Carers, LGBTQ Workers, and Women’s Network.For more information about the organisation and the specific roles please download the job description / person specification.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 Application Form and answers to some shortlisting questions. &nbsp;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/application-form-guidance" target="_blank">Application Form 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 less than 37 hours or term-time only.For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit <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 the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/apply-job-council/encouraging-diverse-workforce" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a>.Please note that this post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Criminal Records Check.

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Housing Officer

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>
Brighton &amp; Hove is a great place to live, learn, work and visit. Our diverse and vibrant community is passionate about the city and there’s a shared commitment to celebrating and promoting all that makes Brighton &amp; Hove so unique.
We are just as committed to delivering an outstanding service to our residents as we are in making Tenancy Services the first choice for a Neighbourhood Officer&nbsp;to work.
If you are looking to work in a flexible and forward-thinking organisation and you are looking for an exciting new challenge, then we would be delighted to hear from you.
You’ll be working in a directorate that is dedicated to empowering people from different communities and backgrounds to come together, live well and thrive, supported by our city-wide work on fairness, inclusion and engagement.
If you would like to discuss the opportunities available or would like to find out more about a career in Housing, please email either of the following managers to arrange a conversation.
Robert Keelan – Housing Manager <a href="mailto:Robert.keelan@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">Robert.keelan@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a>
Janet Dowdell – Tenancy Services Operational Manager <a href="mailto:janet.dowdell@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">janet.dowdell@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a>
 
<h2>About the role</h2>The role of a Neighbourhood Officer is to provide a responsive and customer focused neighbourhood service to the residents of council properties in Brighton &amp; Hove. You will have responsibility for the communal areas of estates, working in a collaborative way with council colleagues, external providers and relevant community networks to improve the estates and the quality of life of residents and facilitate the development of thriving communities, where people want to live.You’ll be working in a directorate that is dedicated to empowering people from different communities and backgrounds to come together, live well and thrive, supported by our city-wide work on fairness, inclusion, and engagement. You’ll have an ability to communicate with a diverse range of stakeholders, an understanding of the needs of our different communities and residents, and the skills to ensure accessibility and inclusion in your work.We have a fulltime vacancy available, with some flexible working to support a positive work/live balance. Our diverse team is based across the city in one of our four housing team bases and this vacancy is in our Kemptown office. &nbsp;On the days you are working in the office you will be in a spacious and welcoming working environment and whether working in the office or remotely, you will become part of our friendly and supportive team.In return, we can offer you a competitive salary, training and qualifications, career progression with the opportunity to become involved and lead on bespoke projects, flexible working, a generous annual leave allowance with the opportunity to buy extra days, staff discounts, and admittance into the Local Government Pension Scheme.For more information about the organisation and the specific roles please download the job description / person specification.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 Application Form and answers to some shortlisting questions. &nbsp;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/application-form-guidance" target="_blank">Application Form 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 less than 37 hours or term-time only.
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>

Neighbourhood Officer

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We are St Helens Borough Council
Located in the heart of the Northwest close to Liverpool, Manchester and Lancashire, St Helens is a modernising Council which is passionate and ambitious for the children and families we support, our communities and our workforce. As part of our transformation journey, we continue to build on our progress and put children firmly at the centre of our care. We can only do this because of our highly valued, skilled, and supported workforce.
We are looking for a highly motivated and organised person to join the busy Electoral Services and Administration Team.
The team are responsible for preparing and maintaining the Register of Electors, the administration of all Local, Parliamentary and Police and Crime Commissioner elections along with administrative support to Legal Services.
Your main role will be to support the Electoral Services Manager and the Electoral Registration Officer in the administration of all elections and referendums in the borough. You will also assist in the preparation, compilation and maintenance of a complete and accurate Register of Electors. You will need a high level of accuracy as you will need to input data and collate information.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate excellent literacy, communication and ICT skills. They must be able to prioritise their own workload effectively and efficiently and supervise staff in a busy office environment particularly during elections.
Previous experience of working in an electoral office would be desirable. However, a broad understanding of office administration is essential.
Please refer to attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details on the role to assist with your application.
You are also welcome to contact us for a chat before applying by emailing us at <a href="mailto:jennilangley@sthelens.gov.uk" target="_blank">jennilangley@sthelens.gov.uk</a>
Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment.
 


St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Leader. This means that the Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within the interview/selection process. Equality &amp; Diversity St Helens Borough Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. Further information about Equality &amp; Diversity at St Helens Borough Council can be found here <a href="https://www.sthelens.gov.uk/equality" target="_blank">https://www.sthelens.gov.uk/equality</a>
 St Helens Borough Council is a Disability Confident Leader. Disability Confident Leader lead the way in helping to take action that changes attitudes, behaviours, and cultures for the better.

Assistant Electoral Services Officer

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



We are seeking a motivated and organised individual to join our Park and Ride Team to support with the day-to-day running of our 2 Park and Ride sites.
The successful applicant will be expected to lead by example providing excellent customer service and maintaining a consistently high standard of quality across the sites. This will include working within a&nbsp;team, interacting with members of the public and keeping accurate records of the daily site operations.
Ideally, the successful applicant will have previous experience in a customer service role with strong communication skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities. A flexible approach to working hours and a will to work outside in all weather conditions is an essential requirement of the role.
The successful applicant will work 5 days per week on a shift rota, covering Monday to Saturday.
Please note should sufficient applications be received prior to the closing date, we may close the role for applications early.
Chelmsford City Council is committed to safeguarding vulnerable groups and expects all employees to share this commitment and have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services. The Council's Safer Recruitment process contains pre-employment checks which includes safeguarding training, obtaining references and ensuring compliance with Disclosure and Barring Service process.

Park and Ride Attendant

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Lancaster City Council is pleased to offer a great opportunity for an enthusiastic, confident, and self-motivated individual to join our Development Management Team as a Planning and Building Technician.
The successful candidate will be a good communicator, capable of working to deadlines and able to respond effectively to fluctuations in workload. They will also assist with the initial processing of Planning and Building Regulations applications, operating the Council’s Electronic Document Management and back-office computer systems, and advising members of the public on Planning and Building Control matters and other general administrative duties as required.
Whilst previous experience is not necessary, the successful candidate will be able to demonstrate good organisational skills, a willingness to learn about all aspects of the planning system, and excellent customer service.
This post is permanent, working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, based at Lancaster Town Hall.
Flexible working friendly – we offer hybrid working, a generous flexi-time scheme, and opportunity to work with your team to establish working hours to enable you to maximise your work-life balance.&nbsp;
About You
You will identify with our organisational values of Pride, Ownership, Working Together and Ambition.
Our Benefits
Lancaster is a great place to work, as well as being part of something special you will also benefit from:
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<li>Generous annual leave allowance</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>A range of employee benefits including discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme, the opportunity to purchase extra time off, as well as discounts on days out, activities and retail.</li>
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Lancaster City Council has unanimously declared a climate emergency and will therefore work towards reducing carbon emissions to net-zero by 2030. As part of this role, you will be expected to participate and work towards reducing both carbon emissions and the impacts of climate change.
We are an Investor in People, Forces Friendly employer, and an Armed Forces Covenant committed organisation. We welcome applications from defence reserves and other members of our armed forces community. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all parts of our community.
At Lancaster City Council we aim to have a diverse workforce that is representative of the district that we serve and provide a working environment where each employee feels able to bring their whole self to work. We welcome applications from all sections of our community and provide several supportive and inclusive workplace networks and safe spaces for employees to feel connected. Our workplace wellbeing strategy drives our commitment to staff wellbeing initiatives and ensuring that our organisation is a great place to work for all.
We are a disability confident committed employer.
Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive we are unable to update all applicants individually. If you do not receive a response from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, then your application will have unfortunately been unsuccessful in progressing to interview.
Provisional interview dates: 29th and 30th September

Lancaster City Council

Planning and Building Technician

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Role: Team Manager – Family Support and Protection Salary: Grade L - £56,733 - £59,772 (pay award pending) plus retention allowance of £4,971 per annum and travel allowance of £1,280 per annumContract: PermanentLocation: LBTH Town Hall, 106 Whitechapel Road, London E1 1BJAbout UsWe believe that the best place for children is to be&nbsp;raised within their own families, immediate or wider,&nbsp;wherever it is safe and appropriate to do so.​In Tower Hamlets we are committed to&nbsp;building&nbsp;relationships and strengthening families&nbsp;by working&nbsp;with&nbsp;people in a compassionate and understanding&nbsp;way.&nbsp;​We are&nbsp;ambitious&nbsp;for Tower Hamlets children and&nbsp;families and endeavour for every child and young&nbsp;person to be&nbsp;healthy, safe and successful.Tower Hamlets is a progressive, ambitious and diverse place to work. We place children and families at the heart of everything that we do and are relentless in our pursuit of positive outcomes for all.Our Better Together Practice Framework is based on the ideas and concepts which underpin Restorative Practice and draws from other strength-based approaches, such as Systemic and Trauma Informed PracticeOur C-Change approach: Connect, Curious, Community, Co-Produce, Collaborate, Check, sets out “6 Cs ” for our work with children, young people their parents and carers, and each other.Team Managers are integral to our offer. They empower, provide high support and challenge along with motivating our social workers so we can collectively achieve best outcomes for children, young people and their families in Borough. The RoleWe are recruiting Team Managers in the Family Support and Protection teams in the Supporting Families Division. We provide the longer term service for children in need and those in need of protection.We have 10 Family support and protection social work teams, and as the Team Manager for one of the teams you will be responsible for leading Social Workers and Advanced Practitioners in your teams in their intervention with Child in Need, Child Protection or Children in Care family’s. You will ensure that the team is supported and all interventions being undertaken are planned, purposeful and focussed. Fundamentally making sure that risk is managed well and intervention is in the child’s best interests.<ul>
<li>You will manage and support workers who work with our most vulnerable children, young people and families. Your expertise will support families; help keep children safe and enable them both to thrive.</li>
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You will oversee and manage the team with a clear emphasis on purpose, outcomes, and adherence to the no-delay principle.</li>
<li>Ensure the team meets desired outcomes, maintaining attention to children and families, and continually identifying the needs of the client group.</li>
<li>Achieve&nbsp;positive&nbsp;outcomes&nbsp;for&nbsp;children&nbsp;within&nbsp;the&nbsp;social&nbsp;care&nbsp;system,&nbsp;ensuring&nbsp;that&nbsp;children&nbsp;are&nbsp;safeguarded&nbsp;through&nbsp;effective decision&nbsp;making and&nbsp;practice</li>
<li>Ensure&nbsp;social&nbsp;work&nbsp;intervention&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;lives&nbsp;of&nbsp;children&nbsp;and&nbsp;families&nbsp;is&nbsp;of&nbsp;a&nbsp;consistently&nbsp;high&nbsp;standard and&nbsp;meets&nbsp;the&nbsp;needs&nbsp;of&nbsp;Tower&nbsp;Hamlets&nbsp;diverse&nbsp;communities.</li>
<li>You will work to&nbsp;ensure&nbsp;equality&nbsp;of&nbsp;access&nbsp;to&nbsp;social&nbsp;work&nbsp;services</li>
</ul>See attached JD for full details About the Role<ul>
<li>Provide leadership and management of the Team ensuring there is a clear focus on purpose and outcomes</li>
<li>Ensure the Team(s) achieve the required outcomes, including a strong focus on children and families, to include the ongoing identification of the needs of the client group.</li>
<li>Achieve positive outcomes for children within the social care system, ensuring that children are safeguarded through effective decision making and practice</li>
<li>Ensure social work intervention in the lives of children and families is of a consistently high standard and meets the needs of Tower Hamlets diverse communities.</li>
<li>Contribute to the development of the service and assist team manager colleagues when need arises.</li>
</ul>&nbsp;About You<ul>
<li>Have a good knowledge of legal frameworks and understanding of child protection practices, including public law outline requirements as well childcare proceedings.</li>
<li>Provide direct line management and supervision to practitioners including ASYEs who work with children and young people under statutory obligations</li>
<li>Manage and lead staff to achieve high performance and effective operational delivery, including developing and improving staff capability</li>
<li>Be responsible for and report upon the teams’ budgetary position, ensuring effective use of resources</li>
<li>Establish and maintain positive relationships with key partner agencies in order to develop and support children and families who are in need</li>
<li>Support children to achieve permanency when children become looked</li>
<li>Commitment to your own personal development and professional growth</li>
<li>Support the team and the organisation through change.</li>
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<li>Working knowledge of the legislative framework within which Social Care operates, inclusive of regulation, national guidance and procedures specific to this post.</li>
<li>Thorough understanding of quality assurance an ability to integrate this understanding into practice</li>
<li>A nationally recognised or other Social Work England recognised social work qualification</li>
<li>Social work experience and experience of supervising/mentoring others</li>
<li>Proven experience in long term child protection work with a strong understanding of the importance of timeliness and maintaining child focused approach</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience and expertise in working within Child Protection teams.</li>
<li>A commitment to working transparently; in partnership with children, young people, families, and partner agencies</li>
</ul>&nbsp;See attached JD for full details&nbsp;Our OfferWe've been working hard to make Tower Hamlets a great place to practice social work.&nbsp;We are committed to developing excellent managers and practitioners and making Tower Hamlets an employer of&nbsp;choice.&nbsp;&nbsp;If you choose to work with us, you will benefit from:<ul>
<li>&nbsp;A competitive salary - £56,733- £59,772 (pay award pending) plus retention allowance of £4,971 per annum and travel allowance of £1,280 per annum</li>
<li>Up to 31 days annual leave rising to 32 days with 5 years continual service and 8 bank holidays</li>
<li>Zone 2-3 travel card, season ticket loan</li>
<li>Opportunities to develop your practice, with a clear framework for career development/leadership programme</li>
<li>Good quality, regular, reflective supervision</li>
<li>Manageable caseloads for your team</li>
<li>Enhanced sick pay scheme, maternity/adoption leave pay and maternity support leave</li>
<li>Opportunities for agile/flexible working&nbsp;</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme/Rent deposit scheme/Access to free eye tests</li>
<li>Discounted gym/Costco membership &amp; You at Work discounts&nbsp;and many others</li>
</ul>We have fantastic transport links –Tower Hamlets Town Hall is directly opposite Whitechapel Station, which is a minute away. Whitechapel is an interchange station which serves Hammersmith &amp; City, District, Overground, with quick access to central line DLR and Jubilee lines. We also have the Crossrail Elizabeth line with links to Canary Wharf, Shenfield/Abbey Wood/Heathrow and Stratford, which is the best-connected hub in London.How to Apply:Please complete our online application form.Closing date:&nbsp;26th August 2025 (midnight)Shortlisting: 27th August 2025Interviews: 3rd September 2025Please hold these dates. If you would like any further&nbsp;information about the role, please contact Jaishree Bisht at <a href="mailto:jaishree.bisht@towerhamlets.gov.uk" target="_blank">jaishree.bisht@towerhamlets.gov.uk</a> or Priti Soni at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:priti.soni@towerhamlets.gov.uk" target="_blank">priti.soni@towerhamlets.gov.uk</a>Additional DetailsTower Hamlets vision for our borough is that: people are aspirational, independent and have equal access to opportunities; we are a borough that our residents are proud of and love to live in; and we are a dynamic, outcomes-based council using digital innovation and partnership working to respond to the changing needs of our borough. We want people who aspire to our TOWER values: Together; Open; Willing; Excellent; Respect.Tower Hamlets has a zero-tolerance approach to, and works to eradicate, all forms of discrimination on the basis of&nbsp;race, sex, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital status, status as a civil partner, gender,&nbsp;gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy and maternity and looks to employ a diverse workforce representative of those groups.&nbsp;We recognise that people can also be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class.&nbsp;We are a Disability Confident Employer, which means applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the post are guaranteed an interview. Care experience has also been adopted by the Council as an additional protected characteristic.We welcome applicants interested in flexible working arrangements and also applicants who live in the borough.&nbsp;________________________________________________________________________________________________________&nbsp;This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) helps employers make safer recruitment decisions and prevent unsuitable people from working with vulnerable groups, including children. It replaces the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) and Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA).<h2>Tower Hamlets Councils are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.</h2>

London Borough of Tower Hamlets

Team Manager - Family Support & Protection

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Salary: £54,267 - £57,402 per annum (15% Market Factor Supplement)
Grade: PO6 
Employment: Permanent 
Hours: 36 hours per week 
DBS Requirement: None
About us at Hounslow
We’d love you to join us at the London Borough of Hounslow! Our people are deeply committed to providing excellent services to our residents, doing all we can to make lives as good as they can be.
We are an outstanding council, serving an outstanding borough. With brilliant, visionary leadership, a dynamic Cabinet and a can-do culture, we’ve built strong partnerships which have transformed how we serve one of London’s most diverse boroughs. Hounslow is the world in one place and full of potential.&nbsp; We are stepping up for our residents like never before.
About our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We live by five core values: Lead with Heart, Do New, Pass on the Power, Harness the Mix and Be a Rock.&nbsp; All our work has equality, diversity and inclusion at its very heart, best articulated in “Harness the Mix”.&nbsp; It's about breaking down barriers between our parts and people and unlocking the problem-solving power of our amazing mix of minds. We serve a diverse community, we have a diverse workforce and we are committed to being an inclusive employer.
We work hard to create representation across our workforce and leadership community, we have thriving employee network groups and our learning and development programmes help us lead, model and breathe ways of working that eliminate inequality, inequity, injustice and bias.
As part of this and under our commitments as a Disability Confident Employer, we make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates.&nbsp; There’s space for you to tell us what you need within our application form.
Our Benefits
If you join us, you’ll have access to a range of employee benefits.&nbsp; Read more about these <a href="https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/working-council/working-for-council/3" target="_blank">here.</a>
About The Role
A Deputy Area Planning Manager plays a critical role in the delivery of the Development Management service. The post holder has responsibility for processing some of the most strategically important development in the borough while managing and mentoring skilled staff within the area planning teams. They will assist with managerial responsibilities within the team, including the allocation and signing off of applications and identifying and addressing areas of need within the service.
The posts requires a candidate who has a passion and vision for developing the built environment to achieve the council’s aspirations, who has the confidence and capability to engage with developers, residents, Councillors and other officers and the ability and experience to mentor our dynamic Development Management team.
About The Team You’ll Be Working In
Hounslow are looking for a Deputy Area Planning Manager to join their award-winning Development Management Team. The team are currently working on a wealth of planning applications critical to the social and economic wellbeing of the borough. We have high housing targets to achieve, new schools to place children in and need to create opportunities for employers who want to be in our well-located borough. This must be balanced against acting on the boroughs Climate Emergency and with Green Belt, listed buildings, conservation areas and River Thames frontage that need protecting. All this needs to be delivered while playing a crucial supporting role in delivering the boroughs partnerships and values
About You
Your Skills
<ol>
<li>Able to process planning applications at the highest technical level, to identify problems and develop effective solutions in a changing environment responding quickly to conflicting workloads and changing priorities.</li>
<li>Able to communicate in a sensitive and effective manner both orally and in writing and able to deal effectively with Members, the public, officers in other departments and outside organisations.</li>
<li>Able to demonstrate effective negotiation skills both inside and outside the authority, e.g. experience of negotiating major planning gain, complex enforcement matters.</li>
<li>To maintain an up-to-date technical knowledge of planning related legislation, principles and practice including knowledge of climate science and planning law.</li>
<li>Ability to interpret legislation, and to impart knowledge to a team. Able to lead on existing work practices and make recommendations for improvements.</li>
</ol>
If the points below resonate with you, we’d love you to put in an application:
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<li>A passion for the built environment and how residents experience and interact with the environment around them</li>
<li>Enthusiasm for working within a team that seeks to find creative and pragmatic solutions to problems facing the borough</li>
<li>A desire to proactively engage with officers, Councillors, residents and developers to negotiation best outcomes on schemes</li>
<li>Devotion to tackling equalities where they exist within both the workplace and the borough in general</li>
</ol>
Read more about the work you’ll be doing in the Role Profile.
When Interviews Will Be Held And Who To Contact
The key information you need about the role should be in the role profile, but if you have any further questions about the role, please contact:
Email: <a href="mailto:Matthew.Rees@hounslow.gov.uk" target="_blank">Matthew.Rees@hounslow.gov.uk</a>
Telephone: 0208 583 6623
Interviews for this job will be held during week commencing 8th September 2025.
Closing date is 31st August 2025.

London Borough of Hounslow

Deputy Area Planning Manager

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<h3>12-month maternity cover or secondment opportunity for internal candidates</h3>
We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Content Designer on a full-time basis.&nbsp;
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>
Content designers make information easier to understand and use. &nbsp;This can involve the creation of, or changes to, a transaction, product or single piece of content that stretches across digital and offline channels.
We are looking for someone with a high standard of written English, proof reading and editing ability to work in our dedicated content team.
<h3>About the team…</h3>
The Content Design team are a small team of passionate content designers, working on the council’s digital services.
The Content Design team sit in the Digital Change and Service Improvement team. We are a cross-disciplinary team with a passion for improving council services through digital change.
The team includes developers, business analysts and a GIS and Data Officer. They are united by a shared purpose of creating great digital experiences.
<h3>Key responsibilities…</h3>
<ul>
<li>To create, edit and publish content to the council's websites and intranet.</li>
<li>To take responsibility for content published and to make sure it meets accessibility standards and recognised standards for usability and plain English.</li>
<li>To manage business as usual requests which will include carrying out daily updates of content on internal and external websites.</li>
<li>To work collaboratively with the Content Design team and service teams.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits...</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&nbsp;</h3>
Interviews will provisionally be held the week starting 15th September.&nbsp;
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 should 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>Ask us a question</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
Name: Lizzi Cox, Job title: Content Design Manager, Email: <a href="mailto:digital.services@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">digital.services@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
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.
Any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying.
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

Associate Content Designer

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Trainee Solicitor(As regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (‘SRA’))(P01702)2-year fixed term contractStarting salary £28,426pa with potential progression to £30,324pa on achieving designated skills and experience37 hours per week (hybrid working)Are you ready to take the next steps in your legal career?We are looking to recruit a motivated and ambitious Trainee Solicitor to strengthen our legal team. You will start in October 2025, and the training will be carried out in line with the requirements of the Solicitors Regulation Authority over a period of two years.You must have a law degree (or non-law degree with conversion) with a minimum grade of 2:1 or equivalent. You must have successfully completed the Legal Practice Course.You must be IT literate, enthusiastic and confident with excellent interpersonal and communications skills, able to act on your own initiative and demonstrate a problem-solving approach throughout the apprenticeship.The ideal candidate will have the confidence to deal with various individuals and groups. You will be supported to undertake the Professional Skills Course whilst gaining invaluable on-the-job experience. You will need to be a team player, reliable, adaptable, conscientious, and able to work to instructions.During your training contract with us you will work across both our Property/Conveyancing team, dealing with a wide range of property and conveyancing matters - and the Litigation Team where you will support the Litigators in dealing with civil and criminal litigation matters. You will develop your legal knowledge, building your academic knowledge of the Law as well as developing your internal and external network and learning about the law relating to local government. This is an exciting opportunity to join a friendly, supportive and forward-thinking Legal Service. Training to be provided<ul>
<li>Job-specific training through working alongside experienced staff four days a week;</li>
<li>Attendance as necessary at Professional Skills Courses</li>
</ul>The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential in this post.You will join a forward-thinking Council that puts their customers first. We know that in order to provide the best for our residents and visitors, we need to do the same for our people.We have set out to make our workplaces vibrant and happy places to be, places where our peoplefeel safe, content and valued.Our CORE values—Collaborative, Open, Responsible, Excellent—guide everything we do.We can offer you a unique and attractive working environment in the heart of Welwyn Garden City, flexible working arrangements, access to electric pool cars, as well as Local Government benefits including pension scheme and generous annual leave allowance.If you think you have the skills and enjoy a challenge, we’d like to hear from you.Please note that we do not provide visa sponsorship for employment in the UK.Closing date for applications is 31 August 2025 Remote assessments will be held on 8/9 September 2025 Interviews will be held on 16-19 September 2025 Keywords: welwyn hatfield, legal services, law, law degree, trainee, solicitor, property/conveyancing, litigation, hertfordshire, fixed term contract, training.

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