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Are you organised, detail‑driven, and enjoy working in a role where no two days are the same? As a Planning Technical Support Officer, you will be at the heart of our busy planning service, helping to shape the future of Reading by supporting the processing of planning applications that impact how our town grows and develops.&nbsp; Reading is a vibrant town subject to considerable development growth but that brings with it a large and varied amount of work for the Council’s planning team.&nbsp; We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. About the role: This is an exciting opportunity to join our Planning Technical Support Team, where you will play a key role in validating and administering planning applications, along with a variety of other tasks handled by the Team. You will work closely with Planning Officers on casework while also being a first point of contact for customers, responding to enquiries on all aspects of development in Reading as well as property history. About you: Qualities and Experience required for this role:
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<li>You have some experience working in local government or a similar customer‑focused office environment and enjoy providing a high level of service.</li>
<li>You’re a clear communicator, both in writing and in person, and you’re confident using basic maths in your day‑to‑day work.</li>
<li>You know how to organise your workload effectively, manage your time well, and meet deadlines without compromising on accuracy.</li>
<li>You’re equally comfortable working independently – including from home – and collaborating as part of a supportive team.</li>
<li>You’re confident using IT systems to keep accurate records, manage data, and support smooth administrative processes.</li>
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You’ll be part of a team of Technical Support Officers where each individual plays their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed Our offer: We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment. A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
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<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave.</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>A nursery in our Civic Offices (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work.</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax.</li>
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To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Nicola Bennett – Senior Planning Technical Support Officer: <a href="mailto:nicola.bennett@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">nicola.bennett@reading.gov.uk</a> Closing Date: Sunday 17th August 2025 Interview Date: To be confirmed Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Reading Borough Council

Planning Technical Support Officer

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Permanent, Full Time
An excellent opportunity has arisen within the London Borough of Redbridge for a Civil Litigation Lawyer with experience of housing law and debt recovery to join the Council to provide a comprehensive and professional legal service.
You will report to the Principal Lawyer $ú Litigation within the Legal Department. You will also work closely with other Council departmental clients and specialist departments.
You will provide the Council with expert advice and guidance on aspects of civil litigation related work and have conduct of civil cases in the County Court, High Court and Magistrates Court.
Responsibilities:
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<li>Provide expertise, knowledge and advice on all matters relating to litigation, advising on evidence and procedure and the conduct of any trials.</li>
<li>Conduct a full range of work types in this area of work.</li>
<li>Utilising skills and experience gained within a similar position, you will report to the Principal Lawyer (Litigation) and will have your own complex and varied caseload.</li>
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To be successful in this role you will need to:
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<li>Hold a Solicitor, Barrister, FILEX or similar qualification</li>
<li>Have experience in civil law and procedure, preferably in a local government context</li>
<li>Have excellent knowledge of the law and practice in this area of law</li>
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If you feel you meet the above requirements and are keen to join an ambitious, dynamic and innovative team, we would like to hear from you.
If you are interested in applying for the role but would like an informal discussion beforehand please contact <a href="mailto:Abi.Layiwola@redbridge.gov.uk" target="_blank">Abi.Layiwola@redbridge.gov.uk</a> .
To apply for this post please complete the online application form and attach your CV and a Covering Letter addressing how you meet the criteria for the role as stated in the person specification.
All short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK. At the London Borough of Redbridge, we receive a high volume of great-quality applicants, we therefore may close a vacancy earlier than advertised. Early applications are therefore encouraged.
We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment and welcome applications from qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, colour, race, religion, or belief.

London Borough of Redbridge

Civil Litigation Lawyer

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We are looking for a Senior Customer Repairs Officer to join our Customer Repairs Team supporting all our building maintenance teams. Candidates must be enthusiastic, good communicators, organised, methodical and able to prioritise multiple demands. What can we offer? We will support you by providing opportunities to train and develop your existing knowledge and skills, as appropriate. We can coach and develop you providing support for those aspiring to become a manager. As a service we take pride in our work by valuing others, focusing on what is important so that we make a real and positive difference. What is the Role? You will be based at one of our area housing offices working as part of a repairs support team supporting the Assistant Customer Repair Managers. You will be part of the Customer Repairs management team; previous management experience is not essential, and you will be supported to develop your skills and gain management experience using the ‘Systems Thinking’ methodology. You will be part of a team responsible for supporting the building maintenance service. The team assists us in meeting our purposes which are, to maintain and improve our properties, ensure the right repair is carried out at the right time and provide suitable homes when needed. You will support and deputise for the Assistant Customer Repairs Manager responsible for managing and leading a team of customer repairs officer within the call centre. This will include supervising the repairs support team as appropriate to ensure the repairs support team have capacity by allocating phone and admin tasks to effectively manage all demands received accurately and efficiently. You will be part of a team that manage repairs demand, raise repairs, arrange servicing, coordinate surveying appointments and undertake customer satisfaction surveys. We maintain a varied housing stock including a diverse range of corporate, operational, commercial and community assets. Skills: Your application needs to demonstrate that you: 1.	Have experience of working in a call centre or challenging front line service 2.	Have knowledge of being part of a repairs service, receiving demand and raising repairs together with the ability to advise others. 3.	Have the ability to communicate effectively, develop relationships with residents and building occupiers, asking the right questions to get the information required, as well as someone who shows empathy for people who may be in difficult situations. 4.	Be very comfortable to operate in a changing and evolving environment, enjoying the challenge and embracing change with a positive attitude. 5.	Be comfortable in dealing with all staff to motivate, mentor, ensure understand and comply with all building maintenance policies and processes and direct them to assist in providing an efficient and effective service. 6.	Ability to remain calm &amp; professional when dealing with difficult customers. 7.	Can work independently, be organised, methodical and able to prioritise and manage multiple complex demands. 8.	Can be assertive and challenging while dealing professionally with team members and service users. 9.	Be able to work as part of a team to ensure a smooth delivery of the service and be flexible in being able to adapt to the demands of the team. 10.	Have experience of undertaking a range of administrative tasks effectively to support others. 11.	Have experience and be competent using a variety of IT databases and systems to update them in timely manner with accurate information. 12.	Have a positive attitude towards work, be resilient, embrace change and actively work with your colleagues to improve the service offered to customers.

Senior Customer Repairs Officer

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Please upload your CV along with a supporting statement as one document in PDF or Word format. Your CV and supporting statement should be tailored to reflect the competencies within the person specification and should be a maximum of 1-2 pages.
Please note if a CV and supporting statement does not reflect the person specification it is unlikely to be shortlisted. To upload your CV you will need to click on the link below and create an account with Jobs Go Public if you have not already done so.
You will also be required to input your name and email address and will be invited to complete an equal opportunities questionnaire.
Knowsley Council is an award winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the Municipal Journal Awards 2024 and is an Accredited employer under the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk/fair-employment-charter" target="_blank">Liverpool City Region Fair Employment Charter</a>, demonstrating that we are committed to the principle of fair employment and we are dedicated to providing a healthy, fair, inclusive and just workplace.Come join us and be part of our success.
Are you passionate about helping families thrive in the face of complex challenges? Do you have the skills and experience to deliver life-changing therapeutic harmful sexual and exploitation interventions that make a real difference? Do you enjoy working directly with families to empower them and build lasting resilience? If so, you may be the perfect candidate for this exciting opportunity to join the Shield Team as an Advanced Social Worker.
As Shield team’s practice has developed in relation to exploitation, we are seeing harmful sexual behaviour at times intertwine with the sexual and criminal exploitation cohorts.&nbsp;&nbsp; The remit of the team is therefore being expanded to offer specialist harmful sexual behaviour interventions.&nbsp;
You should have a good understanding of child development, safeguarding, and the challenges families face when dealing with exploitation and harmful sexual behaviour and other external harms. Strong communication, planning, and partnership working skills are essential, as is the ability to build trusted relationships with parents and carers.
The primary focus will be working with children and delivering parenting support to families facing multiple and complex challenges mainly harmful sexual behaviours and/or exploitation. This is a key role in delivering targeted, coordinated interventions to parents, carers, and families with children and young people aged 0–25.
The targeted interventions will help parents and carers develop the skills and confidence they need to support their children’s wellbeing and development. You will deliver hands-on children and parenting support and therapeutic interventions using a relationship-based approach, aiming to improve outcomes for the whole family. You will also support parents in managing challenging behaviour and preventing escalation, helping them respond confidently and constructively to complex situations at home.
You will also undertake holistic child harmful sexual (AIM) and exploitation assessments and lead on the development and delivery of outcome-focused family plans. You will work closely with families, professionals, and partner agencies to reduce harms associated with harmful sexual behaviour and exploitation and anti-social behaviour. In this role, you will be expected to contribute to safeguarding processes and risk management and take the lead in coordinating support, ensuring services are responsive and effective.
A key aspect of the role is working in partnership with the police and other agencies to identify and respond to threats and risks in the community. This includes supporting intelligence gathering, mapping activity, and attending multi-agency forums to ensure timely action and joined-up working.&nbsp;
As part of the Advanced social worker role you will assist and deputise in the absence of the Team Manager and provide high quality professional supervision, reflective supervision, appraisal, and support to others as appropriate identify and develop potential within other staff.
This is a challenging but rewarding role that offers the opportunity to make a lasting difference to the lives of children, young people, and their families. If you are dedicated to making a positive impact through partnership working and therapeutic practice, we encourage you to apply.
At Knowsley Council we will consider requests for flexible working.&nbsp; For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, working from home, compressed hours, part-time.
We promote applications from all sections of the community, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.
See the benefits of working for Knowsley MBC <a href="https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/yes" target="_blank">https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/yes</a>.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.
At Knowsley we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact:&nbsp;
Chloe Vose, Shield Team Manager: 07810053551&nbsp; Email:<a href="mailto:chloe.vose@knowsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">chloe.vose@knowsley.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
Interviews to be held - 29th August 2025
If you are interested in this vacancy, please upload your CV along with a supporting statement as one document in PDF or Word format. Your CV and supporting statement should be tailored to reflect the competencies within the person specification.
Please note if a CV and supporting statement does not reflect the person specification it is unlikely to be shortlisted.

Knowsley Council

Shield Advanced Social Worker

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a><h2>About the role</h2>The Locality and Community Development Manager is essential in delivering our commitment to place based working, ensuring the effective governance and operation of Local Area Partnerships (LAPs) and embedding our asset-based community development approach. This role involves collaborating with colleagues within West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) and external partners to optimise service delivery and redesign services to address broader health determinants at a local level to effect change.&nbsp;By leveraging data and insights, the role informs action planning and aligns efforts with strategic leads across West Northants. The role coordinates Multi-Agency Teams to achieve Live Your Best Life (LYBL) ambitions, ensuring plans, actions, and outcomes are captured through a robust Monitoring Framework. Additionally, the role involves guiding partners, escalating issues to relevant boards, and managing the development and performance of LAPs. The postholder will also be responsible for the direct line management of between 3-4 Community Development and Inclusion Workers.This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate. It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Children and Adults Barred List check. West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<h2>Additional information</h2>The Locality and Community Development Manager is vital to our place-based work. The ideal candidate will have a strong ability to think strategically and have advanced skills in strategic planning, aligning operational activities with broader organisational goals.Proficiency in data analysis and monitoring is essential to inform decision-making, track progress, and evaluate outcomes. Experience in funding and grants management, including navigating funding mechanisms, overseeing financial compliance, and ensuring the effective use of resources in community projects, is also required.A strong advocate for multi-agency working, the candidate will understand the principles of coordination, collaboration, and joint working to foster productive relationships across sectors. Knowledge of community development theories and practices, including an asset based community development approach is highly desirable.Interviews will take place on 26th / 27th August 2025If you would like to discuss further or have any questions, please email <a href="mailto:debs.burns@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">debs.burns@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> <h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU&nbsp;&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU&nbsp;&amp;nbsp</a>;We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.&nbsp;If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

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The Locality and Community Development Manager is essential in delivering our commitment to place based working, ensuring the effective governance and operation of Local Area Partnerships (LAPs) and embedding our asset-based community development approach. This role involves collaborating with colleagues within West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) and external partners to optimise service delivery and redesign services to address broader health determinants at a local level to effect change.&nbsp;By leveraging data and insights, the role informs action planning and aligns efforts with strategic leads across West Northants. The role coordinates Multi-Agency Teams to achieve Live Your Best Life (LYBL) ambitions, ensuring plans, actions, and outcomes are captured through a robust Monitoring Framework. Additionally, the role involves guiding partners, escalating issues to relevant boards, and managing the development and performance of LAPs. The postholder will also be responsible for the direct line management of between 3-4 Community Development and Inclusion Workers.This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate. It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Children and Adults Barred List check. West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Our benefits You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>What will you be doing? Ensure the governance of all Local Area Partnerships is in place, providing leadership to the Locality, clarity of objectives, purpose and direction, that meets community needs and aligns with the health and wellbeing strategy and our live your best life ambitions. &nbsp;(see Job Description). About you The Locality and Community Development Manager is vital to our place-based work. The ideal candidate will have a strong ability to think strategically and have advanced skills in strategic planning, aligning operational activities with broader organisational goals.Proficiency in data analysis and monitoring is essential to inform decision-making, track progress, and evaluate outcomes. Experience in funding and grants management, including navigating funding mechanisms, overseeing financial compliance, and ensuring the effective use of resources in community projects, is also required.A strong advocate for multi-agency working, the candidate will understand the principles of coordination, collaboration, and joint working to foster productive relationships across sectors. Knowledge of community development theories and practices, including an asset based community development approach is highly desirable.Interviews will take place on 26th / 27th August 2025If you would like to discuss further or have any questions, please email <a href="mailto:debs.burns@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">debs.burns@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> About us At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU&nbsp;&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU&nbsp;&amp;nbsp</a>;We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.&nbsp;If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.The Adult Education Service is part of Coventry City Council. &nbsp;We provide a wide range of courses for Coventry residents age 19+ and much of our provision is targeted at people with the highest levels of need.&nbsp;We offer long courses in English, maths, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), ICT/Digital and vocational subjects such as Early Years, along with provision for adults with learning disabilities. &nbsp;We also offer a very wide range of short community courses in arts, crafts, music, dance, and family learning. &nbsp;In addition, we run a highly supportive study programme for young people.Our work-based learning offer includes Apprenticeships in the following subject areas:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>Nursery Workers</li>
<li>Teaching Assistants</li>
<li>Leadership/Management; and&nbsp;</li>
<li>Customer Care.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>We also provide courses for adults who are seeking work via the Council’s Job Shop.&nbsp;Our main base is at Southfields Old School, CV1 5EJ, with provision delivered at around 25 other sites within Coventry, mostly in areas of highest need.We welcome applications from anyone who wants to make a difference to the lives of people in Coventry. &nbsp;Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.

Our Values are:

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	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
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What is the job role? We are looking for enthusiastic and supportive Facilitators to join our Skills, Employment &amp; Adult Education Service. In this role, you’ll help deliver engaging learning activities in community settings across Coventry, supporting adult learners to achieve their goals. You’ll assist with planning sessions, preparing materials, and guiding learners through their educational journey. This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in education or community work who is passionate about making a difference and helping others succeed. This is a fixed term contract until 31st July 2026.All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.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).Who are we looking for? We are looking for a supportive and adaptable individuals with experience in educational or community settings to help deliver engaging adult learning activities. The ideal candidate will understand the barriers adults face in education and be committed to helping learners overcome them. You should be confident in facilitating learning, preparing materials, and supporting learners’ progress. Strong communication, organisational skills, and a willingness to engage in professional development are essential. You’ll also need to promote equity, diversity, and safeguarding in all aspects of your work. Relevant subject qualifications and Level 2 English and maths are required.Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note,&nbsp;an online search may form part of this recruitment process.If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul>
<li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li>
<li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li>
<li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li>
</ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.Interview date: Friday 12th September 2025 To be confirmed.About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and&nbsp;benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

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You will be based at one of the Area Housing Offices working as part of the Repairs Support team, reporting directly to the Repairs Support &amp; Compliance Manager. The Repairs Support team is within Portsmouth City Council's Building Maintenance service and will be supporting the Repairs team, Building Project team, and M&amp;E team. You will be required to support the Building Maintenance teams to manage our assets by carrying out a range of administrative duties including raising purchase orders, customer satisfaction surveys, uploading information on our IT systems, and arranging customer appointments for repairs and servicing. You will be supporting our Customer Repairs Officers during busy periods and act as the main point of contact for tenants, leaseholders, PCC employees and site managers requesting repairs. As Business Administrator Apprentice you will also be responsible for co-ordinating and allocating recommendations from fire risk assessments and arranging reviews as necessary. Skills: Your application needs to demonstrate that you: 1.	Have excellent customer service skills; you must have a good telephone manner to deliver the high level of customer service. 2.	Can work independently, are well organised and able to prioritise and manage multiple demands as appropriate. 3.	Have excellent communication skills, including; •	ability to ask effective questions to gather accurate information about the services requested •	handing over the right information, to the right people and at the right time 4.	Being assertive and challenging while dealing professionally with colleagues, service users, third parties and contractor operatives. 5.	Be organised, methodical and have an eye for detail when managing demands received and have the ability to prioritise as appropriate. 6.	Able to work as part of a team to ensure a smooth delivery of the service and be flexible in being able to adapt to the needs of the team. 7.	Are competent using a variety of IT databases and systems such as the Repairs and Stock Database, , as they will need to be updated with timely, relevant and accurate information. 8.	Have a positive attitude towards work, be resilient, embrace change and actively work with your colleagues to improve the service offered to customers. 9.	Be able to use information to problem solve, risk assess, ensuring customers and colleagues health and safety. 10.	Be willing to work outside of standard office hours, if and, when required

Business Administrator Apprentice

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.The Adult Education Service is part of Coventry City Council. &nbsp;We provide a wide range of courses for Coventry residents age 19+ and much of our provision is targeted at people with the highest levels of need.&nbsp;We offer long courses in English, maths, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), ICT/Digital and vocational subjects such as Early Years, along with provision for adults with learning disabilities. &nbsp;We also offer a very wide range of short community courses in arts, crafts, music, dance, and family learning. &nbsp;In addition, we run a highly supportive study programme for young people.Our work-based learning offer includes Apprenticeships in the following subject areas:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>Nursery Workers</li>
<li>Teaching Assistants</li>
<li>Leadership/Management; and&nbsp;</li>
<li>Customer Care.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>We also provide courses for adults who are seeking work via the Council’s Job Shop.&nbsp;Our main base is at Southfields Old School, CV1 5EJ, with provision delivered at around 25 other sites within Coventry, mostly in areas of highest need.We welcome applications from anyone who wants to make a difference to the lives of people in Coventry. &nbsp;Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.

Our Values are:

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	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
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What is the job role? We are looking for experienced and passionate Lead Tutors to join our Skills, Employment &amp; Adult Education Service. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead and deliver high-quality adult learning programmes that support learners to achieve their personal, educational, and employment goals. You’ll coordinate curriculum delivery, mentor tutors, manage a small team, and contribute to quality assurance and continuous improvement. If you’re committed to inclusive education, have strong teaching experience, and enjoy supporting others to thrive, we’d love to hear from you. This is a fixed term contract until 31st July 2026.All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.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).Who are we looking for? We are seeking skilled and passionate educators to take on a leadership role in delivering high-quality adult learning programmes across Coventry. You will have a strong understanding of adult learning principles, inclusive teaching practices, and curriculum development. You will be confident in planning and delivering engaging sessions, assessing learner progress, and supporting individuals to achieve their goals.You’ll also play a key role in mentoring tutors, managing Learning Support Assistants, and contributing to internal quality assurance processes. Experience in teaching within adult and community learning, using digital platforms, and supporting learners with diverse needs is essential. You should hold relevant teaching and assessor qualifications, and demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding, equity, and continuous improvement.Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note,&nbsp;an online search may form part of this recruitment process.If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul>
<li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li>
<li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li>
<li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li>
</ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.Interview date: Provisional date for face to face interview is scheduled for Friday 12th September 2025 at Adult Education Centre, Southfields Old School, South Street, Coventry, CV1 5EJAbout Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and&nbsp;benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Lead Tutor - Adult Education

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.The Adult Education Service is part of Coventry City Council. &nbsp;We provide a wide range of courses for Coventry residents age 19+ and much of our provision is targeted at people with the highest levels of need.&nbsp;We offer long courses in English, maths, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), ICT/Digital and vocational subjects such as Early Years, along with provision for adults with learning disabilities. &nbsp;We also offer a very wide range of short community courses in arts, crafts, music, dance, &nbsp;and family learning. &nbsp;In addition, we run a highly supportive study programme for young people.Our work-based learning offer includes Apprenticeships in the following subject areas:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>Nursery Workers</li>
<li>Teaching Assistants</li>
<li>Leadership/Management; and&nbsp;</li>
<li>Customer Care.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>We also provide courses for adults who are seeking work via the Council’s Job Shop.&nbsp;Our main base is at Southfields Old School, CV1 5EJ, with provision delivered at around 25 other sites within Coventry, mostly in areas of highest need.We welcome applications from anyone who wants to make a difference to the lives of people in Coventry. &nbsp;Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.

Our Values are:

<ul>
	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
</ul>

What is the job role? We’re looking for a dynamic and strategic Skills and Training Development Manager to lead the design and delivery of innovative, inclusive programmes that support Coventry’s Skills Strategy. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape impactful educational projects across Health &amp; Social Care, Early Years, Green Skills, and Logistics, working with a wide range of partners to support residents into learning and employment. If you’re passionate about community development, partnership working, and driving positive change, we’d love to hear from you. This is a fixed term contract until 31st July 2026.&nbsp;All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.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).Who are we looking for? We are seeking a strategic and experienced professional with a strong background in skills development, adult education, or employment support. You will have a deep understanding of national and local policy in these areas and a proven ability to lead the design and delivery of impactful, inclusive programmes. You will be confident managing complex, multi-agency projects and budgets, with excellent skills in partnership working, performance management, and innovation. Experience in sectors such as Health &amp; Social Care, Early Years, Green Skills, or Logistics is highly desirable. You’ll also bring strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills, and a commitment to equity, inclusion, and continuous improvement.Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note,&nbsp;an online search may form part of this recruitment process.If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul>
<li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li>
<li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li>
<li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li>
</ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.Interview date: Provisional date for face to face interview scheduled for Friday 12th September at Adult Education Centre, Southfields Old School, South Street, Coventry, CV1 5EJ.&nbsp;About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and&nbsp;benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Skills & Training Development Manager

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There has never been a more exciting time to join Wirral Council. We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.
The Strategic Planning Officer role is a newly created post which will be a central part of our newly formed strategic planning team, working directly with our Senior and Principal Planning Officers.&nbsp; Our team combines remarkable experience and knowledge with unrivalled levels of resilience and dedication.&nbsp; This is an opportunity to begin or grow your experience in strategic planning, at the centre of a supportive team, in one of the largest unitary authorities.
If you have some experience in other areas of planning or associated disciplines and would like to take the opportunity to expand your knowledge our team is receptive and appreciative of a range of skills to complement our abilities.&nbsp; We have a newly adopted Local Plan which seeks to support the transformation of Birkenhead whilst protecting our heritage and natural environment.&nbsp; Your role would play a significant part in delivering the objectives of the Local Plan, working closely with the Senior and Principal Planning Officers moving forward key pieces of work and working closing with other Planning colleagues within our service.
Strategic Planning Officer
About the Role:
On a day-to-day basis you will assist with all matters in relation to Strategic Planning including preparation of the Local Plan, associated evidence base and monitoring, producing supporting guidance on policy, supporting the production of neighbourhood plans and providing advice on development proposals or corporate initiatives on Planning policy matters.
About the Candidate:
Our ideal candidate will hold or be studying towards a qualification in planning or a related discipline.&nbsp; You will have knowledge of the relevant law, government guidance, policies and practice relating to planning and have experience of working in a planning department or planning consultancy in addition to experience of collating and analysing data and writing evidence-based reports and briefings to provide recommendations.
If you wish to discuss this role, please contact Mandy Lewis via <a href="mailto:mandylewis@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">mandylewis@wirral.gov.uk</a>
Interviews to take place 3rd September 2025.
If you are a Wirral resident, are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team on <a href="mailto:info@involvenorthwest.org.uk" target="_blank">info@involvenorthwest.org.uk</a> or contact 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.
If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
Working at Wirral
You’ll also want to know what it’s like to work here so, as a start:
Our values are more than just pieces of paper on our walls! We’ve all played a role in developing these, so they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do, what matters to us, what inspires us and inform how we think, approach things and behave.
We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff wellbeing is a priority for us. We’re serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You’ll benefit from our track record of developing, growing and investing in our people.
We have a range of staff benefits including staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme which includes a generous employer contribution rate, immediate life cover and ill-health protection. We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays.
We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities.
Each voice is heard, each contribution valued. We embrace diversity in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions differences and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.
We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. If you’d like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier-free and as accessible as possible please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies.
It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances.
Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications.
Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration.&nbsp; Forms received via the post will not be processed.
All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the Jobs page.
The job description and other supporting documents will not be accessible once the vacancy closing date has passed so if a copy is required you should download it now.
We do not accept applications or CV’s from recruitment agencies, unless otherwise stated. Therefore, any candidates submitted via a recruitment agency will not be considered for this role.

Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council

Strategic Planning Officer

About UsNorth Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.The RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and experienced part-time Children and Young People’s Public Health Manager (job share) to join our Health Improvement Service. The Health Improvement Service is responsible for a range of topic areas, relating to children and young people’s health and wellbeing, physical activity and healthy lifestyles, mental health and wellbeing, food, nutrition and workplace health.The Children and Young People’s Public Health team are responsible for improving and protecting the health of children and young people in North Somerset, which includes maternity, early years (0-5) and school aged years (5-19).In this important job share role you will have responsibility for leading workstreams relating to children and young people’s health within the Health Improvement Service as listed below.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Commission and contract manage Public Health Nursing (Health Visitors and School Nursing)</li><li>Focus on school aged years (5-19) of the Healthy Child Programme</li><li>Line management responsibility of the Children and Young Peoples (5-19) Advanced Public Health Practitioner and matrix management of team colleagues</li><li>National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP)</li><li>INTENT smoking and vaping prevention programme (11-15)</li><li>Work with the Children and Young People’s Public Health team to contribute to service improvements, inform policies and embed new ways of working to improve outcomes and reduce health inequalities</li><li>Plan, develop, implement and evaluate a range of health improvement programmes related to children and young people’s health</li></ul>This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.This position is based at our Weston-super-Mare offices.Work StyleAt North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.This role falls into the category of Mobile/Field Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:Mobile Worker<ul><li>1-2 days in the office</li><li>Comes into the office for meetings or focused work. Virtual connections with the team are essential, with portable technology supporting work on the go.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for an individual who is passionate about children and young people’s health, and who possesses the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Experience of service procurement and contract performance management, and the development and improvement of services</li><li>Highly developed and current knowledge of public health strategy, policy and guidance</li><li>Practical experience of managing programmes and delivering services, as well as monitoring and evaluation</li><li>High level interpersonal and communication skills</li><li>Commitment to addressing inequalities in health and wellbeing</li><li>Ability to capture, analyse, interpret and present complex information, evidence and data, for the purposes of service improvement</li><li>Educated to degree level in public health or a public health relevant subject</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Knowledge and understanding of budgets including budget holding responsibility</li><li>Knowledge and experience of needs assessment</li></ul>What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <a href="https://heyzine.com/flip-book/e562fd773b.html" target="_blank">Benefits booklet</a>.How to ApplyIf you share our <a href="https://n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/jobs-training/vision-values" target="_blank">vision and values</a>and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact Rebecca Stathers, Health Improvement Service Leader [mat cover] at <a href="mailto:rebecca.stathers@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">rebecca.stathers@n-somerset.gov.uk</a>Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: Wednesday 10 September 2025Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.





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North Somerset Council

Children and Young People’s Public Health Manager (5-19 years)

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The ServiceThe Children, Families and Education Directorate is primarily focussed on delivering its statutory duties as well as a range of high-quality traded services.This role will sit within the Inclusion Service, which is comprised of the SEND Team, the Virtual School, the Educational Psychology Service and others. Portsmouth is a lead authority in the SEND&amp;AP Change Programme working with partners across the region. The RoleThis role will sit within the Inclusion Service, which is led by the Head of Inclusion, reporting to the Assistant Director for Education. The Inclusion Service comprises of the following teams and roles: The SEND Team The Virtual School Admissions, Exclusions and Reintegration Post 16 and Campaigns Manager Educational Psychology Service Partnership and School Inclusion ManagerUnder the direction of the Partnership and School Inclusion Manager the successful candidate will provide challenge and support to schools to deliver on the principles of inclusion:<ul>
<li>Belief that vulnerable pupils can attain well and be successful in all aspects of school life</li>
<li>Whole school approach: everyone understanding inclusion and their role within it</li>
<li>A focus on high quality teaching, curriculum equity and inclusive pedagogy</li>
<li>Pastoral provision that matches need, focusing on maximising access to learning</li>
<li>The use of research evidence, professional judgement and values to inform decision making and spending. Early intervention prioritised</li>
<li>Accurate identification of need; the right support at the right time.</li>
</ul>Please see the job profile for the full responsibilities and expectations of this role The ideal candidateYou will need to have/be<ul>
<li>Qualified teacher status (Desirable) including post qualification experience</li>
<li>Recent and successful SENCO and Inclusion leadership experience</li>
<li>Level 6 qualification (e.g.bachelor's degree) together with post graduate (level 7) qualifications or equivalent relevant experience</li>
<li>Level 7 (Master's equivalent) National Award for Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (desirable)</li>
<li>Expert knowledge and experience leading to success in raising standards and securing effective inclusive practice</li>
<li>Practical experience of supporting practitioners to develop high-quality inclusive practice, with appropriate levels of challenge and support</li>
<li>Experience of successful delivery of support, advice and guidance to school staff, including the delivery of professional development</li>
<li>Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance in relation to working with inclusion and SEND</li>
<li>Knowledge and experience of developing partnerships and working with other agencies</li>
<li>Successful experience of managing, motivating and challenging other skilled professionals</li>
</ul>We offer hybrid working with the expectation to attend the office a minimum of 2 days a week. Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:Sarah Christopher, PEP and School Inclusion Manager, <a href="mailto:sarah.christopher@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">sarah.christopher@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>, 023 92 688 940Interview date: 18th or 21st July 2025 If applying as a secondment you will need permission from your current line manager releasing you for this secondment. Please state you have this on your application form. Application processWe anonymise applications during application &amp; shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.As part of your application we ask that you complete a personal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/" target="_blank">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.Interviews:We will shortlist and interview as we go and reserve the right to close this job sooner if we appoint. About Portsmouth City CouncilWhat we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a>Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800

Inclusion Adviser

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Directorate of Communities and Adult Social Care
X1 37 Hours, 12 Months Maternity Cover X1 37 Hours, 23 Months Fixed Term Contract
The award-winning Housing and Communities Team are passionate about the people who live in our town; our vision is for everyone to have the opportunity to live in a good quality sustainable home within in a safe and thriving neighbourhood. We are looking for a Housing Officer to join our busy Housing &amp; Estates Team to manage our Housing tenancies, homes, communities, and estates. You will work in a fast-paced environment and therefore must be able to multi-task and take a hands-on approach to ensure that all aspects of tenancy management are dealt with whilst delivering a customer focussed service to our customers. You must demonstrate your strength as a team player, be someone who is organised and flexible and has a can-do attitude and thrive in an environment where no two days are the same.
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.
We are open to flexible working patterns however this is according to the needs of the Service and the role will involve extensive work across your patch in Reading in person.
About the role
You will support the delivery of a first-class, customer-oriented, Housing Management service to our residents making sure operational and functional performance is high, ensuring that customers have the opportunity to influence and shape policies.
It is key that you provide a customer focussed service with a strong focus on supporting tenants to maintain their Tenancies and prevent homelessness, whilst work in close co-operation with a range of other internal teams, external agencies, and stakeholders.
As Housing Officer you will achieve individual performance objectives, targets, and service standards within the Borough. Contribute to the achievement of the team and service plan targets and objectives and adhering to all internal policies and procedures as well as Legal contracts and Statutory Legislation.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed
About you
The following proven experience is required for this role:
• Educated to GCSE standard (A-C) or equivalent qualifications • Demonstrable knowledge of the issues and legislation surrounding Social Housing • Providing a front-line, customer focussed service • Working successfully with community groups • Dealing effectively with potentially difficult situations &amp; managing customer conflict • Proven experience hitting targets within a target driven role. • Managing multiple cases/projects at the same time • Supporting vulnerable people. • Pro-active community participation/engagement work
Our offer
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
• Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave • A wide range of flexible working opportunities • Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading • Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) • Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS) • On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted • Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to &amp; from work • Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax
 For more information on this position please contact Sonny Green, Team Leader in Housing and Estates at Sonny,<a href="mailto:Green@Reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">Green@Reading.gov.uk</a>
Closing Date: Sunday 17th August 2025 Interview Date: To be confirmed
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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Full time, fixed term; 1 Year
Join Us in Shaping the Future of Employment and Skills!
Are you passionate about making a real difference in peoples lives? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where collaboration and innovation drive success? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
We are seeking a proactive and enthusiastic Integration Officer to play a pivotal role in supporting our Employment Programmes across our vibrant network of nine boroughs. With new and exciting initiatives underway, this is your chance to support more residents on their journey toward meaningful employment.
About the Role
As an Integration Officer, you will be instrumental in fostering collaboration between employment and skills providers, local authorities, Integrated Care Boards and community organisations. Your work will focus on strengthening networks, identifying areas for improvement, and creating strategies that support residents in securing sustainable employment.
Key Responsibilities
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<li>Engage with stakeholders, including employment and skills providers, local authorities, Integrated Care Boards and community organisations.</li>
<li>Build and nurture networks and partnerships within the community.</li>
<li>Identify gaps in employment provision across the subregion and develop strategies to address them.</li>
<li>Assess training needs for frontline staff and source relevant opportunities for development</li>
<li>Establish effective referral pathways</li>
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Qualifications and Skills
The ideal candidate will possess:
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<li>Strong project management skills, with a track record of delivering complex projects successfully.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.</li>
<li>A good understanding of employment and skills networks.</li>
<li>Exceptional partnership-building and interpersonal skills.</li>
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Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.</li>
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About Us
Local London is a sub-regional partnership representing nine London boroughs: Barking &amp; Dagenham, Bexley, Bromley, Enfield, Havering, Greenwich, Newham, Redbridge, and Waltham Forest.
Redbridge Council serves as the accountable body for Local London, and staff are employed under Redbridge Council terms and conditions.
Why Join Us?
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<li>Work on impactful programmes that transform lives.</li>
<li>Engage with a diverse network of stakeholders and communities.</li>
<li>Be part of a forward-thinking team committed to innovation and success.</li>
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If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and contribute to the success of our Employment and Skills programmes, we invite you to apply today and become a valued member of our dedicated team!
To apply for this post please complete the online application form and attach your CV and a Covering Letter addressing how you meet the criteria for the role as stated in the person specification.
All short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK. At the London Borough of Redbridge, we receive a high volume of great-quality applicants, we therefore may close a vacancy earlier than advertised. Early applications are therefore encouraged.
We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment and welcome applications from qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, colour, race, religion, or belief.

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About the role:
Horsham District Council is looking for a Civil Engineering Technician to join the Property and Facilities team supporting the Projects Engineer to carry out Corporate Projects.
The projects involve development or improvement of Council owned assets but extend to working with other organisations on the Public Realm. Although this is a technical based role, there will be an opportunity to discuss and meet with stakeholders supporting the projects.
As a Civil Engineering Technician, you will support the Corporate Project Engineer. On a daily basis, this could include carrying out inspections, assessments, analysis and giving professional advice and opinion to others.&nbsp;&nbsp;Being familiar and able to work with Computer Aided Drawing (CAD) plans would be an asset to this role.
About you:
To succeed as a Civil Engineering Technician, you will be detail orientated, thorough in your work and have the ability to use your initiative and be flexible as changes arise. You will be able to work well with a range of people and within a team. Knowledge of building and construction is essential, some experience in civil engineering and Microsoft Office suite would be preferable. CAD experience would also be an advantage.
As this position is an essential car user role, you will be required to travel around the District and therefore a full and current UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential.
For an informal discussion about this role please email Nigel Weston at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:nigel.weston@horsham.gov.uk" target="_blank">nigel.weston@horsham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;or call on 07734231087.
About us:
We have a friendly and supportive working environment and being a smaller Council, you can really get to know everybody.
We encourage and support our employees to have a healthy work life balance by offering 28 days’ (207.2 hours) annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata), and flexible/hybrid working options where applicable.
We offer a generous benefits package including an online platform offering discounts from online retailers and access to a car lease scheme. Staff are also eligible to join the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hants.gov.uk/hampshire-services/pensions/local-government/about-the-scheme/scheme-benefits" target="_blank">Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</a>, where the Council contributes circa 20% of pensionable salary.
To support employees’ professional development the Council provides reimbursement for professional subscriptions and a number of training opportunities, including extensive in-house learning resources, short courses, Apprenticeships, and qualifications such as Institute of Leadership &amp; Management (ILM), Master of Business Administration (MBA).
Visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers" target="_blank">Jobs and careers page</a>&nbsp;to find out more about&nbsp;<a href="https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/working-for-horsham-district-council" target="_blank">Working for Horsham District Council</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-employment-commitments" target="_blank">Our employment commitments</a>.
To apply:
If you would like to apply for the role, we highly recommend you show clearly within the ‘Experience Section’ of the application form how you meet the essential criteria detailed within the Role Profile when applying. If you do not make this clear, it is unlikely you will be shortlisted for interview.
Internal applicants, if you would like to apply for the role, please submit an expression of interest to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:HR@horsham.gov.uk" target="_blank">HR@horsham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;explaining clearly how you meet the criteria and what you feel you can bring to the role.

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We are looking for a qualified Occupational Therapist to come and join the Physical Disability and Older People (PDOP) Social Care team here at Reading Borough Council (RBC).&nbsp; Wherever you are in your own career journey, we’re committed to offering the support and development you need. We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. Working as an Occupational Therapist for Reading Borough Council you will be part of a friendly and supportive team. We are looking for individuals who can demonstrate great communication skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with colleagues, services users, and health care providers. We support hybrid working, it’s important to us that working arrangements are designed to enable our employees to excel and within this role you’ll have the opportunity to work in a way that suits your lifestyle. If you’re an Occupational Therapist interested in working in a friendly and dynamic team then we’d love to hear from you... About the Team: The PDOP Team works closely with other teams here at RBC who are involved with the delivery of Adult Social Care.&nbsp; The PDOP team forms part of the Living Well Service of ASC where the Mental Health and Learning Disability and Autism (LDA) team are also members.&nbsp; A Head of Service oversees all work and responsibilities of the Living Well Service. PDOP is a multi-disciplinary team comprised of Occupational Therapists, Social Workers and Social Care Co-ordinators we provide the next step in assessment and support planning to people who are 18 years and over and have a long-term physical disability or are over 65 years old. Team Vision: ‘To maximise the quality of life of Reading residents who have a long-term physical disability or are over 65 years of age and have care act eligible needs using a strength based and problem solving approach.’ About the Role: The team is focused on supporting people who require unplanned reviews of their existing care and support, or who have been identified by the Advice and Well Being Hub in need of ongoing care and support.&nbsp; We operate and adhere to the legal framework for adults; Care Act 2014, MCA 2005, DoLS, 2008 (and where appropriate Mental Health Act 1983 (2007), and work alongside Moving and Handling guidance; and BAOT’s code of ethics.&nbsp; We pride ourselves in working with people in a strengths-based way to; promote wellbeing, rights and independence, prevent the need for care and bring about timely interventions with positive outcomes. Our aim is to be a high performing, efficient, multidisciplinary team focusing on TEAM Reading values that supports and values staff and the skills and diversity they bring to the team. You will hold a varied caseload and contribute to the team performance and positive outcomes for our residents of Reading. Using a strengths-based approach and your unique OT skill set you will support individuals with long term physical disabilities and the elderly population of Reading, to find solutions, promote wellbeing and healthy occupations through a variety of interventions including provision of equipment, adaptations, moving and handling, goal planning, risk assessments. You will work closely with care providers, Housing Services and Health colleagues. You will work within legal frameworks and Reading Borough Council’s guidance, policies, and procedures. You will need to:
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<li>Have a degree in Occupational Therapy</li>
<li>Be Registered with HCPC</li>
<li>Community experience is helpful but not essential</li>
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We offer excellent support, supervision, and induction. You will have access to our Learning and Development programme and be supported in your career and personal growth with opportunities to learn and develop new professional skills, helping you to build your Continuing Professional Development portfolio and supporting you to grow as an Occupational Therapist. We work closely with our colleagues in Reading Borough Council, Health Professionals, Voluntary and Charity colleagues to facilitate the best possible outcomes for those people we support. You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed Our offer A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
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<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>Maternity, adoption, parental and sick pay</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities&nbsp;</li>
<li>Access to a range of training and learning opportunities to help you develop</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.&nbsp; The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing, and road tax</li>
<li>Salary sacrifice scheme for Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs) to help you save for your retirement</li>
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Closing date: Applications reviewed upon submission Interview date: To be confirmed If you would like to find out more about this role and the team, please contact Pip Durant (PDOP Team Manager) on 07815 701 876 or <a href="mailto:pippa.durant@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">pippa.durant@reading.gov.uk</a> Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Visit: <a href="https://moretoreading.co.uk/" target="_blank">www.moretoreading.co.uk</a>to find out more about Reading’s Community &amp; Adult Social Care Services. It’s a chance to hear from the people who already work here and why they have chosen Reading as their professional destination.&nbsp;

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The TeamThe Family Safeguarding Adult Team is integrated into Children's Social Care services, providing intervention with parents &amp; carers to actively support change, with the intention to help more children to live safely at home.We are looking for a Team Lead to support the Family Safeguarding Adult team and lead the provision of the adult mental health and wellbeing intervention. Responsible to the Service Leader, the post holder will lead the team in all aspects of practice and development.The RoleYou will be responsible for supporting adult specialist workers to assess need and carry out specialist interventions to improve outcomes for families, safeguarding the wellbeing of vulnerable children and their parents/carers. This includes helping to develop skill and confidence in working with adult mental health needs across the children's social care workforce and to maintain a positive network with existing adult services in Portsmouth.Please see the Job profile attached for full details of the roleHybrid working attendance requirements - This role is office basedThe ideal candidateWe are looking for a qualified registered social worker with significant experience and expertise working with parents/carers affected by their mental health and wellbeing. We need a professional who has a comprehensive understanding and appreciation of the value of intervention and support with families, including vulnerable adults who are parents. The Family Safeguarding Adult team will be working predominantly with parents where concerns about their mental health, substance misuse and/or domestic abuse is having a detrimental impact on their parenting ability and capacity to change in order to meet the needs of their children. Some parents may also have learning needs.You will have/beA relevant Social Work qualification and be registered with a relevant professional body.Substantial post qualification experience of work with adults who experience mental health and wellbeing needs. Experience of intervention with adults with vulnerabilities associated with substance misuse, domestic abuse, and or learning needs would be advantageous.Experience of working with adults who are parents / carers and have individual needs that impact adversely on their parenting and capacity to change.The skills to be a confident and competent manager and be able to model the values and behaviours that are consistent with a restorative, relational approach. Take an active role in contributing to the development of an integrated model and support the Service Lead to manage any challenges that arise as part of cultural change.Confident in applying relevant theory and research to enhance practice. Promote learning and development through providing advice, guidance and support, including facilitating restorative meetings, reflective practice sessions, supervision and training.Able to take responsibility for self-directed learning and evidence effective professional growth. Be able to contribute to staff development through coaching and mentoring.Able to manage stress and assist others in prioritising work and balancing competing demands/pressures. Committed to staff wellbeing and support staff to develop coping strategies and access appropriate wellbeing services.Demonstrate a healthy professional curiosity and generosity of spirit to ensure that vulnerable people receive support and intervention to be safe, valued and respected.Have a good working knowledge and experience of promoting anti-discriminatory practice and actively addressing equality of opportunity.Please ensure that you read the full job profile attached for the details and expectations of this role, paying particular attention the section 'Who is the person' as you will need to refer to this when completing your Personal statement on your application.Application processWe anonymise applications during application &amp; shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.As part of your application, we ask that you complete apersonal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person'points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills.This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/" target="_blank">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>. We are committed to offering an interview to all those candidates that qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria, however for roles that receive a large number of applications, this is not always possible, and we will select the candidates that best meet the minimum criteriaYou will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it. About Portsmouth City CouncilWhat we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a> Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800

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Please apply online (see below). If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by either emailing <a href="mailto:human.resrouces@sevenoaks.gov.uk" target="_blank">human.resrouces@sevenoaks.gov.uk</a> or contacting us on 01732 227383 to discuss how we can assist you in applying.



Housing Triage and Support Officer Salary: £34,072 – £36,830 Contract: Permanent Location: Council Offices, Argyle Road, Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 1HG
Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? We’re looking for a Housing Triage and Support Officer to join our Housing Options and Solutions team at Sevenoaks District Council.
In this key role, you’ll act as the first point of contact for customers, carrying out rapid initial assessments of their needs and circumstances.
You will:
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<li>Deliver comprehensive housing advice and guidance to customers</li>
<li>Triaging cases effectively, ensuring timely referrals to the right services</li>
<li>Provide early interventions, such as mediation and signposting to specialist support</li>
<li>Offer coordination and administrative support to strengthen service delivery</li>
<li>Contribute to the day-to-day functions of the Housing Options and Solutions team</li>
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Your excellent communication skills, empathy, and ability to remain calm under pressure will be essential when working with vulnerable individuals, often in challenging situations. You’ll need to be organised, resilient, and capable of meeting deadlines while delivering a high standard of service.
Hybrid Working: This role is based at our offices in Sevenoaks, with a hybrid working model of 2–3 days in the office and 2–3 days working from home.
Want to know more? For an informal discussion about the role, please contact: Stephen Tring, Housing Options and Solutions Manager&nbsp;01732 227184

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Help shape Finance in Local Government! 
Working in the heart of the Council, this role provides the opportunity to lead and develop our accountancy team to provide an innovative and proactive approach to financial advice within the Council. In addition to the direct management of the Accountancy team, you’ll support the Head of Finance in the production of the annual accounts and budget setting.
Your experience as a fully qualified accountant will be invaluable as you provide advice and support to projects from a financial perspective and assist with treasury management.
At Sevenoaks, you’ll be able to shape your own development as we can offer experience of working with a financially self-sufficient Council, exposure to the Finance mechanisms for two companies and the chance to play a key role in the future of Local Government.
This role will be based at our Council Offices, Argyle Road, Sevenoaks Kent TN13 1HG. We currently operate a hybrid working model for the majority of our roles where your working time will be divided between the office (2-3 days) and home working (2-3 days).
Do you want to know more about the role? 
For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Jessica Booth, Head of Finance, on 01732 227436.
Do you want to ensure you have the best chance of being shortlisted?
Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements as your application will be judged against these criteria.
Closing date: 2nd September 2025
Interviews: 22nd September 2025

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We are looking for an enthusiastic and versatile Environmental Operations and Contracts Officer to join our dedicated Environmental Contracts team at Ashford Borough Council.You will play a vital part in providing an excellent customer-focused service across waste and recycling, street cleansing, cemeteries, allotments, garages, and environmental contracts.You will be responsible for handling service requests, coordinating with contractors, maintaining digital records, and administering financial processes, along with:Assisting in the delivery of projects and community initiatives.Supporting public health funerals.Managing garage and allotment tenancies. Administering cemetery burials, and promoting community-led recycling and litter-picking campaigns.Site visits and cross-service collaboration mean no two days are ever the same.You will be a proactive team player who can work both independently and as part of a team. It is essential that you have confidence in dealing with public enquiries and sensitive issues, Solid IT skills, especially with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Teams, along with having a methodical, accurate and efficient work ethic.Experience in local government, waste and recycling, contract administration or financial processes would be advantageous but not essential.In addition, you will need to have a flexible approach as you will be required from time to time foroccasional out-of-hours work.Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/zkadizll/7023a-environmental-operations-and-contracts-officer-aug-2025.docx" target="_blank">Job Description</a><a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/p3aejmfq/7116a-7117a-7118a-environmental-operations-and-contracts-officer-june-2025.docx" target="_blank"></a>For an informal discussion about the role please contact Claire Pitts on 01233 330897When applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community<ul></ul>

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About the BoroughThe London Borough of Sutton is situated less than 30 minutes by train from Central London, with direct connections to London Victoria and London Bridge. Found in zone 5 with good transport links in and out of London, Sutton boasts award winning parks and open spaces, low crime rates, affordable housing and great schools. As well as high levels of resident engagement and satisfaction, providing quality services and success in addressing our financial challenges, whilst involving residents in key issues and high street changes.Sutton is continuously investing in the health, wellbeing and education of our residents and the future generation, as set out in the “Ambitious for Sutton” corporate plan. We are home to the Royal Marsden Hospital and the Institute of Cancer Research. Together with the development of the London Cancer Hub, Sutton will be the world’s leading life-science district, specialising in cancer research and treatment. Our vision will create around 13,000 jobs while contributing £1.2bn to the UK economy each year, a vibrant community of scientists, doctors and innovative companies intended to deliver real benefits for cancer patients and drive economic growth. With the regeneration of the local areas with new homes and schools, Sutton is passionate about working closely with our residents and vulnerable groups to help them maintain their independence and create a balance between support and independent living.The Council is seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment. As we strive to improve our services and spaces for our residents as set out in the ‘Ambitious for Sutton’ corporate plan, Sutton aims to shape the future of the borough and adapt to the needs of its residents to make our Borough a great place to live, work and raise a family.About the Service and TeamThe Leaving Care and Children Looked After Service is dedicated to providing exceptional support and care for children in the local authority's guardianship. Our focus is on ensuring the safety, well-being, and developmental needs of each child are met through personalised care plans and stable placements. We are committed to creating nurturing environments that address each child’s unique needs and ensure their voices are heard in all decisions affecting their livesWe are growing a diverse and inclusive environment for staff to learn, develop and grow their career. We provide specialist support on challenging cases, regular structured supervision, and an environment that encourages all those to take part and ensure their voices are heard. We understand the value that our staff bring to our service, and the needs of the residents in our community.&nbsp;In addition:<ul><li>Sutton works with Kingston University and regional partners as part of the Developing Together Social Work Teaching Partnership (SWTP) to provide staff with a wide range of pre- and post-qualifying education opportunities to promote continuous learning and development.</li><li>Staff are given the opportunity to attend conferences, and workshops and have access to research and practice resources to support their ongoing professional development.</li><li>We encourage staff to support the practice education of Social Work students and those in the assessed and supported year in employment (ASYE).&nbsp;</li></ul>Sutton Council also has a number of staff network groups such as the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic +A Network, LGBTQ +A Network and Women’s +A Network to ensure staff have a voice to drive positive change in the organisation.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateJoin Children Social Care as a Social Worker on a starting salary of £40,833 and receive a Golden Hello and a Recruitment and Retention Bonus as follows:<ul><li>£1000 paid in your first month's salary</li><li>£1000 paid for your first completed year in service&nbsp;</li><li>£2000 paid for your second completed year in service&nbsp;</li><li>£3000 paid for your third completed year in service and every year thereafter</li></ul>We've got an exciting opportunity for you to work as a Social Worker within our Leaving Care and Children Looked After Service within Children’s Social Care. Our mission is to empower children to live independently as possible and provide the necessary support in safeguarding their well-being. We need your expertise to make it happen.&nbsp;In this role, your responsibility will include:<ul><li>Assess the needs and situations of children in care to develop specialised individual care plans that address their well-being and development.</li><li>Advocate for children and young people in care, making sure their voices are heard and their rights are protected in meetings, court hearings, and other discussions.</li><li>Collaborate with professionals like teachers, healthcare providers, and community groups to provide coordinated support and review the well-being of children in care</li></ul>As a Social Worker,&nbsp; your role is vital to promoting stability, supporting transitions to independence, and working towards long-term, positive outcomes for each child. Your knowledge and expertise will help to provide a stable and safe environment, advocating for children’s voices to be heard and ensuring their rights are upheld in all aspects of their care. You will collaborate with foster carers, families, and a range of professionals to provide consistent and effective support. If you are an experienced social worker, empowered by making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people, we would like to hear from you. We are dedicated to ensuring the safety, well-being, and development of children in care.This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with outstanding communication skills and a compassionate manner capable of effectively managing high levels of emotional distress. We encourage applications from candidates with experience in childcare and those passionate about delivering person-centred care. You'll join a welcoming, supportive, and energetic team dedicated to providing first class supervision and ongoing professional development opportunities.In addition, we would expect the following from all suitable candidates:<ul><li>To be registered with Social Work England and hold a degree in Social Care or similar.</li><li>Have experience of working in a multidisciplinary team setting.</li><li>Have sound knowledge and ability to deliver social work support to service users and their families.</li><li>Ability to communicate complex social issues clearly to both patients and professionals.</li><li>Ability to plan and coordinate social care plans and aspects of patient discharge.</li></ul>Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include:<ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement of 26-31 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade&nbsp;</li><li>Enhanced Maternity, paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave</li><li>Two volunteering days per year</li><li>Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme (dependent on the role)&nbsp;</li><li>Adjustable and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks</li><li>Learning and development portal offering a range of courses</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Confidential health &amp; wellbeing and counselling support</li></ul>Application ProcessApply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application and check your CV details have been uploaded correctly in the relevant sections.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;As part of our award winning Diversity Programme we anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. We encourage our interview panels to be as diverse as possible (age, cultural, neurodiverse etc.) to reduce bias where possible. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups.To support our workers and their families we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.We are also proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer all our employees are guaranteed the London Living Wage regardless of their length or type of contract.The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance. Sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.





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London Borough of Sutton

Social Worker - Leaving Care and Children Looked After

Job Description Salary:&nbsp;starting&nbsp;£27,129 per annum pro rata (actual £25,389.70) plus £579 pro rata London weighting (actual £347.40); negotiable based on experience and qualifications Grade:&nbsp;TUTLEC 1 – 6 depending on qualifications and experience Permanent:&nbsp;Term Time only; 40 weeks per year (48.8 paid weeks including leave &amp; bank holiday entitlement) Hours per Week:&nbsp;22.2 (Teaching allocation is 492 hours per academic year) 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. You will be responsible for planning courses and lessons, creating resources, teaching lessons, and marking learners work and giving developmental feedback. Experience of teaching adults is required. Experience of delivering Functional Skills&nbsp;English is required. You will have a good command of English with at least a GCSE grade 4/Clevel 2 qualifications in maths an IT, a level 3 Award in Education and Training and an English teaching specialism – at L4 or L5. If you do not have an English specialist qualification, you will be expected to work towards this within your first year of employment. DBS: An Enhanced DBS check with Children’s Barred List is required. Benefits of Working with Us&nbsp; At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li> </ul> Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date: 17th August 2025 Interview Date: W/C 24th August 2025 If 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/EehRXdKdhORDk6ZixGNgdqkBCTu-GDpA8TkwvqyyffUDCw?e=6YS2Yc" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> Application Requirements As part of the Safer Recruitment process, Gap Management is&nbsp;required&nbsp;for all Safeguarding roles.&nbsp;Please complete the Gaps in Employment grid provided (refer to the example document for guidance) and upload it under&nbsp;Miscellaneous Documents&nbsp;as part of your application.&nbsp;&nbsp; If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications.&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EXtYMXeGlbVPjAoxHwfnCuIB6KNWFCXe3i6bJI6MRBQZ-Q?e=dGt2M1" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Form</a>&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Ecz7hL-hyYFGvVpdkZ55ozkBS_giEjpigg97yi5KrF2SVw?e=vKePlG" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Example</a> 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 (Contracted) - English (0.6 FTE)

Job Description Job Title:&nbsp;Catering Assistants Salary:&nbsp;£24,414 per annum&nbsp;pro rata to hours worked Grade:&nbsp;TLW Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent &nbsp; Working Hours:&nbsp;Part-time 15 - 25 Hours per Week (Service Dependant) Term-Time Casual Contract Hours As &amp; When Required also available.&nbsp; Thurrock Catering Services provides Bronze Food for Life, award winning lunchtime meals at 24 Primary Schools, 3 Secondary Schools and 2 Alternative Provision Academies within the Borough, serving more than one million meals each year to children and school staff. &nbsp;&nbsp; Due to continued expansion and growth of our service which now includes catering for Grangewaters Residential Groups and Holiday Activity Feeding Events, an opportunity now exists to work in a friendly and flexible environment within school kitchens in Thurrock.&nbsp; You will be required to support the catering team to prepare, produce, and deliver an excellent standard food service to the staff and pupils at schools in Thurrock. You will be involved with all activities in the school kitchen, counter display and dining room area and must be prepared to cover where-ever required across Thurrock in other schools if needed. You will need to promote the service and keep abreast of new products, promotions, and any changes in legislation.&nbsp; Your main responsibilities will include:&nbsp; Promotion of the Catering Service and supporting the Head of Kitchen and Area Supervisors to keep abreast of new products &amp; legislation. Support the Catering Services to organise and deliver a high standard of service and customer care.&nbsp; Support the Catering Services by undertaking and overseeing the management of food production, service delivery and promotions to increase sales as required.&nbsp; Work as part of a team undertaking regular 1-2-1's, annual appraisals and any training required. &nbsp; Support the Catering Service to increase uptake and business growth.&nbsp; Full workplace training will be given, which includes food hygiene and safety training.  A flexible approach with a ‘can-do’ attitude is required together with a pleasant personality and excellent customer care ethics. &nbsp; Previous experience in a similar role would be an advantage. The successful candidate must be available and able to start on 1st September 2025. DBS Check: Enhanced level with Children's Barred List is required for this post Benefits of Working with Us&nbsp; At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li> </ul> Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date (Redeployment Only):&nbsp;7th August 2025&nbsp; Closing Date (Internal &amp; External):&nbsp;17th August 2025 Interview Date : TBC Additional Information&nbsp; If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:&nbsp; Jayne Darlow - Catering Operations Manager <a href="mailto:jdarlow@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">jdarlow@thurrock.gov.uk</a> 07920 232616 To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EYuYK097uzhCkzSEd3AC-q8BxfWzMZ-WErnZO6zXYYubAA?e=RkFYrk" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> Application Requirements As part of the Safer Recruitment process, Gap Management is&nbsp;required&nbsp;for all Safeguarding roles.&nbsp;Please complete the Gaps in Employment grid provided (refer to the example document for guidance) and upload it under&nbsp;Miscellaneous Documents&nbsp;as part of your application.&nbsp;&nbsp; If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications.&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EXtYMXeGlbVPjAoxHwfnCuIB6KNWFCXe3i6bJI6MRBQZ-Q?e=dGt2M1" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Form</a>&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Ecz7hL-hyYFGvVpdkZ55ozkBS_giEjpigg97yi5KrF2SVw?e=vKePlG" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Example</a> 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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Kitchen Assistant/Catering Assistant

Job DescriptionAssistant Cook (Cook 2) – ThurrockSalary: Starting at £24,414 per annum pro rata as part time / £12.65 per hourGrade APermanent Contract (3 posts)20 Hours per Week (Service Dependant) Term Time (x 2 posts)21.25 Hours per week (Service Dependant) Term Time (x 1 post)You will be required to prepare, produce, and deliver an excellent standard food service to the staff and pupils at schools in Thurrock, you must be able to organise, arrange and supervise all activities in the school kitchen, counter display and dining room area and must be prepared to cover where-ever required across Thurrock in other schools if needed. You will need to promote the service and keep abreast of new products, promotions, and any changes in legislation.Your main responsibilities will include:<ul> <li>Promotion of the Catering Service and supporting the Head of Kitchen to keep abreast of new products &amp; legislation,&nbsp;</li> <li>Support the Head of Kitchen and Catering Services to organise and deliver a high standard of service and customer care</li> <li>Support the Head of Kitchen with food preparation and cooking as required</li> <li>Participate in annual appraisals and any training required&nbsp;</li> <li>Support the Catering Service to increase uptake and business growth</li></ul>Full workplace training will be given, which includes food hygiene and safety training.&nbsp; A flexible approach with a ‘can-do’ attitude is required together with a pleasant personality and excellent customer care ethics.You must be able:&nbsp;<ul> <li>To be available for work to cover in any site when required</li> <li>To undertake any training relevant to the substantive post</li> <li>To ensure compliance with Health &amp; Safety at Work Act, Food Hygiene, Allergen Legislation</li> <li>To maintain awareness of and commitment to the Council's Equal Opportunity Policy in both relation to employment &amp; service delivery</li></ul> &nbsp;Advert Closing Date <ul> <li>Redeployment Only:&nbsp;7th August 2025</li> <li>Internal &amp; External:&nbsp;17th August 2025</li> </ul> Interview Date:&nbsp;TBC&nbsp; &nbsp; For an informal discussion regarding this role please contact the hiring manager Jayne Darlow - <a href="mailto:JDarlow@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">JDarlow@thurrock.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; &nbsp; To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/ESyd5Xkl5XtHryI7oj3VMd0BO5A0BRgz8Lib1rdT9o-sqQ?e=kggM3E" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> &nbsp;Application Requirements&nbsp;As part of the Safer Recruitment process, Gap Management is required for all Safeguarding roles.&nbsp;Please complete the Gaps in Employment grid provided (refer to the example document for guidance) and upload it under&nbsp;Miscellaneous Documents&nbsp;as part of your application.&nbsp;&nbsp;If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications. &nbsp;<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EXtYMXeGlbVPjAoxHwfnCuIB6KNWFCXe3i6bJI6MRBQZ-Q?e=dGt2M1" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Form</a><a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Ecz7hL-hyYFGvVpdkZ55ozkBS_giEjpigg97yi5KrF2SVw?e=vKePlG" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Example&nbsp;</a>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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