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Retrofit and Engagement Coordinator

£25,183 - £27,269 Pay award pending
Full time – 37 hours a week
Fixed Term Contract – 2 years
Rugby Borough Council is dedicated to both Community and Colleague growth. With a focus on wellbeing and personal development, we offer a range of career opportunities where you can take pride in the positive changes you help create. Join an organisation committed to the success of one of the Country’s fastest-growing boroughs and the people who make&nbsp;it thrive.
About the role 

This is a great role for someone who loves working with the wider community and a diverse range of people to help them get the best from their living environment, supporting the delivery of our ambitious housing retrofit programmes under the Warm Homes: Social Housing Fund Wave 3 project.
As our Retrofit and Engagement Coordinator, you’ll be directly engaging with residents, both Council tenants and private homeowners / renters, building strong relationships with them and ensuring they’re informed about upcoming and ongoing retrofit projects.
You’ll also be liaising with Council staff, external surveyors, contractors, agencies, and residents to deliver high quality customer care and resident engagement during and after housing retrofit projects, keeping residents updated with appointment dates and addressing any concerns they may have throughout the retrofit process
This is a two-year fixed term contract offering the opportunity to work at the forefront of sustainable housing development.
Key Responsibilities:
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<li>Engagement with tenants, delivery partner, and contractors to ensure smooth delivery of retrofit works.</li>
<li>Develop and implement communication strategies to raise awareness and promote participation in the WH: SHF Wave 3 project.</li>
<li>Support project monitoring, reporting, and evaluation.</li>
<li>Champion sustainability and inclusivity throughout the project lifecycle.</li>
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About you 

This role suits someone with good face to face communication, relationship building and persuasion skills who has experience of working with a diverse range of people to help improve things for them. You could have gained this experience working in the charity sector, social housing, or something similar.
Some knowledge of construction would be beneficial or an aptitude for it to help you be able to explain plans and projects to the relevant community members - we can help you develop knowledge specific to our retrofitting project.
A good level of administrative ability is also needed alongside organisational and creative skills.
This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking team at a council committed to innovation, climate action, and partnership-led transformation -apply today to help us shape a greener future for Rugby.
 Benefits
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<li>35 days annual leave (including 8 Bank Holidays and 3 extra days normally applied at Christmas)</li>
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<li>Generous Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Flexi time scheme</li>
<li>Annual leave purchase scheme</li>
<li>Structured Induction Program</li>
<li>Learning and Development opportunities including Future Leaders programmes</li>
<li>Payment of a professional subscription for approved professionals</li>
<li>Family Friendly Policies</li>
<li>Independent Support for your health &amp; wellbeing</li>
<li>Generous compassionate leave</li>
<li>Extra Benefits including Retail Discounts, Cycle to Work scheme and more</li>
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Please apply online via the link provided.



<h1>Volunteer - Delivery Driver</h1>
2 positions available - Tuesday 7 hours (1 full day) and Wednesday 9-11am
£Volunteer - Reasonable travel expenses paid
Camberwell, London
Closing date 10 July 25 at 11.00pm
Ref VPD-251
Are you a physically fit, proactive and organised individual with experience of working in a van delivery role, preferably in food distribution and use of chilled vehicles?&nbsp; Looking to make a difference in a vital voluntary role?
If so, St Giles is looking for a&nbsp;Voluntary Pantry Delivery Driver&nbsp;to be responsible for the food delivery to our Camberwell Pantry. The Pantry is a Social Supermarket which will support clients to access affordable and healthy food each week (for a maximum of six months) and offers both a responsive solution and a sustainable route out of poverty, ensuring people can access healthy food whilst getting the support they need.
About St Giles Trust&nbsp;
An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need. &nbsp;Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others. &nbsp;
About this important role
Our&nbsp;Voluntary Pantry Delivery Driver&nbsp;will safely drive between food collection points and St Giles Pantry sites across London, loading the vehicle with food in line with food safety and manual handling regulations.&nbsp; You will ensure your vehicle is checked for safety and cleanliness before each shift, report any incidents with management and calmly react to changing scenarios, such as traffic, while always being polite and courteous to other volunteers who may be accompanying deliveries.&nbsp;&nbsp;
On the road, and at the Pantries, you will be representing St Giles and so you will drive safely, responsibly and within the law and be courteous to all road users, staff, volunteers and members. &nbsp;At all times you will ensure that you are following St Giles’ health and safety policy and food safety standards protocols to consistently ensure safe collection and delivery of food is maintained.
What we are looking for
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<li>A full and valid driving licence (due to insurance requirements, this role is only open to applicants of 25 years of age or older)</li>
<li>You must be physically fit to be able to manually load heavy items into a van</li>
<li>Experience of working in a similar van delivery role, preferably in food distribution and use of chilled vehicles</li>
<li>Food safety and hygiene qualification or willingness to work towards one</li>
<li>Problem-solving skills and the ability to make effective decisions ‘on the spot’</li>
<li>Good interpersonal and communication skills</li>
<li>An awareness of safety issues especially when driving, loading and unloading vehicles.</li>
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As an organisation that works with children and adults at risk we are committed to safeguarding, protecting and promoting the safety of our clients and successful applicants will require a Basic DBS check.
We actively encourage people with personal experience of the criminal justice system or lived experience of the issues facing this client group to apply for this role.
We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation.
St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.
To apply, please visit our website via the ‘Apply’ button. We encourage you to apply early as we will be shortlisting as applications come in.
Closing date 10 July 25 at 11pm.

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process.&nbsp;All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship.&nbsp;Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility <a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/gRWgCZ668UPJVq6ijjIC3?domain=urldefense.com" target="_blank">criteria</a> for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.Please be advised it is our understanding that this role does not meet the requirements of a skilled worker visa as set out by UK Visa and Immigration <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes</a> . For details regarding the salary of a skilled worker visa please visit Home Office: <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list</a>This is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstances.Job Title: Targeted Services Officer for Volunteers and MentorsA bit about us:Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic, and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place.&nbsp;We've got ambitious targets to meet by 2025 and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities.&nbsp;&nbsp; Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!The Role:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>This is an exciting opportunity to fulfil a newly enhanced role working with volunteers, young people, parents and carers in the community, as part of a multi-disciplinary team to support positive outcomes and reduce the likelihood of reoffending</li>
<li>The role of Targeted Services Officer for Volunteers and Mentors involves assessing, planning, supporting and delivering interventions. Working with external organisations, you will provide positive opportunities for children and young people</li>
<li>You will be completing, maintaining and ensuring enforcement of risk assessments as well as supporting the recruitment and training of volunteers and mentors as a Targeted Services Officer</li>
<li>The role of Targeted Services Officer for Volunteers and Mentors includes completing exit interviews and one year post order reviews with young people</li>
</ul>Our offer to you:<ul>
<li>At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days</li>
<li>Agile working (Role dependent) -&nbsp;A “Flexibility First” approach to Agile working where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception</li>
<li>Part of the Local Government Pension scheme –&nbsp;option to join the AVC scheme</li>
<li>Progression -&nbsp;opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li>
<li>Health and Wellbeing -&nbsp;offer including Employee assistance programme</li>
<li>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes&nbsp;</li>
<li>Drive Time –&nbsp;a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li>
<li>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave &nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted Gym Memberships&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Volunteering Scheme&nbsp;</li>
<li>Medicash&nbsp;</li>
</ul>Next steps: Closing date: midnight Sunday 6th July 2025 Shortlisting date: w/c Monday 7th July 2025 Interview date: w/c Monday 21st July 2025We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Delaney Millward - <a href="mailto:Delaney.millward@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">Delaney.millward@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve.&nbsp;As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities.&nbsp;To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.&nbsp;If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system.&nbsp;Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. &nbsp;Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.

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Liverpool City Council needs you!

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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 free from discrimination and bias.

Passenger Transport Services (PTS) Coventry, is responsible for delivering transport services to approximately 1200 passengers daily, to schools and day care centres with special educational needs and/or physical and/or sensory impairments.&nbsp; PTS have a team of over 180 staff from casual to F/T, supporting the service with 80 accessible minibus-type vehicles. The positions being recruited are on a split shift basis and there will be a need for successful candidates to work in the morning and afternoon with a break in between.
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? This is a fast-paced service that provides transportation for SEN children and young people, as well as older members of the community. Therefore, this pivotal role is to support the successful delivery of Passenger Transport Services by&nbsp;ensuring&nbsp;the provision of an excellent and ‘customer-focused’ can-do service to all stakeholders, which reflects the vision, values, aims and objectives of Coventry City Council and its partners.Working with an experienced team of coordinators and Supervisors across a two-week shift pattern from 6.45 am - 6.30 pm, you will be engaging children, young people, parents/carers, schools,&nbsp;children's and adult services daily in an ever-changing, challenging but rewarding role, that includes:To provide 'on-site' supervision and deployment of all operational staff and vehicles.Maintain all administrative processes and procedures, ensuring all information recorded and/or obtained is clear and accurate at all times.Operation of vehicles, escort duties, and/or ancillary duties&nbsp;in relation to the delivery of Passenger Transport Services.To deputise for the Passenger Transport Supervisor as and when required and on appropriate issues.Whilst our positions are open to all applicants, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role; therefore, all applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK. &nbsp;If you are on a limited visa, you must have a minimum of two years remaining.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 the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).Who are we looking for? You will be experienced at working within a busy, diverse customer-facing service with a calm solution focussed approach. You will have an understanding of safeguarding, health and safety and quality control and compliance. You will have experience of supervising people. You will have an ability to respond to complaints, queries in a sensitive empathetic manner and offer support to various stakeholders. Therefore skills and traits such as being motivated, multi tasker, flexible, organised, IT competent, a team player and a can do problem solver will stand you in good stead for this role.Professionalism and a good work ethic are an essential part of our service. We expect our assistants to:<ul>
<li>Respect all clients and treat them with sensitivity and dignity at all times. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Be flexible in working contracted hours over a standard working day and a 5-day working week on a rota.</li>
<li>You need to be very patient, always calm, resilient and understanding of the needs of SEN children and vulnerable adults.</li>
</ul>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: 5th August 2025About 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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Street Scene Protection Officer - Braintree District CouncilBraintree District CouncilPermanent, Full Time£30,313 to £34,612 per annumLocation: BraintreeClosing Date: 4th July 2025 Essex County Council (ECC) are delighted to be supporting Braintree Council to recruit this Street Scene Protection Officer role. To Apply please click here: <a href="https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&amp;VACANCY_ID=903932JeEj" target="_blank">Street Scene Protection Officer</a> or visit <a href="https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team" target="_blank">https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team</a>. Please DO NOT click the Apply button on the left. The Opportunity:Braintree District Council have an exciting opportunity for a Street Scene Protection Officer to join our successful Enforcement team based in Braintree, Essex. The post holder will enhance the Street Scene in Braintree District, by carrying out the Council's enforcement responsibilities in respect of relevant environmental legislation and help to keep our District looking clean and green by undertaking a range of Street Scene activities, to contribute to improving the well-being and quality of life for residents and visitors in the District.The role is highly visible, and you will be required to carry out all aspects of enforcement including proactive and reactive investigations, supporting victims, collecting evidence, taking statements, issuing fixed penalty notices and writing reports.Experience: The successful applicant will be self-motivated, conscientious and enthusiastic, used to working in an outdoor environment and use their own initiative to work as part of a team to deal effectively with anti-social behaviour and environmental related crime in the Braintree District through prevention, detection and deterrents.You will have experience of undertaking enforcement action and procedures at all stages from informal warning to prosecution, have good knowledge of relevant legislation including working knowledge of PACE, CPIA and RIPA procedures. In addition, you will have experience of undertaking PACE interviews, giving evidence in court and experienced in handling stray dogs.You will need to hold a current driving licence, have excellent customer service skills, with a constructive, flexible approach and keen to learn new skills to provide and maintain high levels of performance. Why choose Braintree District Council? Braintree District Council is an ambitious and forward-thinking authority with a vision of creating a great place for our residents and businesses.As a Council our role is as a guardian of the place and its people; where residents live well in healthy and resilient communities; a well-connected district with high-quality homes delivered with the infrastructure and a place which attracts and provides good employment opportunities.We are becoming one of the fastest growing Districts in the East of England with three growing towns, London just 45 minutes away and the district located directly between the international transport centres of Stansted Airport and Harwich and Felixstowe International Ports. We have a deserved track record for delivering and a strong reputation within the business community and are committedBraintree District Council is a great place to work. We pride ourselves on our creative and innovative approach which is led by our staff. We are committed to having an engaged workforce who understand our strategy and how they can help deliver it. Some of the benefits of working for Braintree District Council are:<ul>
<li>Flexible working</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme</li>
<li>Learning and development for all staff</li>
<li>Staff recognition schemes</li>
<li>Extensive health and wellbeing programme including discounted gym membership.</li>
</ul> If you would like an informal chat about this post, please contact Stuart Thompson on 01376 312562 To apply, click here:<a href="https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&amp;VACANCY_ID=903932JeEj" target="_blank">Street Scene Protection Officer</a> or visit <a href="https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team" target="_blank">https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team</a>. Please DO NOT click the Apply button on the left. Closing date for receipt of applications: Midnight on 4 th July 2025. Please Note - Essex County Council is advertising this role on behalf of Braintree District Council and if successful you will be employed by Braintree District Council.*To apply, click here:<a href="https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&amp;VACANCY_ID=903932JeEj" target="_blank">Street Scene Protection Officer</a> or visit <a href="https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team" target="_blank">https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team</a>. Please DO NOT click the Apply button on the left.

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A new and exciting opportunity for an individual with specialist moving &amp; handling skills to join our Specialist Moving &amp; Handling Team.Visiting clients within the community and assessing there moving &amp; handling needs, working with colleagues to achieve the best outcome for the client.Training and guiding carers on the best moving &amp; handling practice. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate, at our cost.It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Children and Adults&nbsp;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: <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? As a Moving &amp; Handling Assessor, your responsibilities will include:<ul>
<li>To be able to work with primarily customers with physically disabilities.</li>
<li>Working alongside a team of occupational therapists and reablement support workers.</li>
<li>To complete moving &amp; handling assessments and formulate moving &amp; handling plans and carry a caseload.</li>
<li>You will also receive ongoing training and development as part of this role and deliver training to providers too.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Working 37 hours per week, Mon - Fri.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>About you Requirements:<ul>
<li>A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle with business insurance, is a must (mileage will be paid).</li>
<li>A level or equivalent</li>
<li>ROSPA Level 3, Moving &amp; Handling train the trainer – or equivalent qualification.</li>
<li>A good knowledge of working within health &amp; social care, moving &amp; handling plans and assessments as well as safe guarding and equal opportunities.</li>
</ul>About us Our vision at West Northamptonshire Council 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.Hear more from Anna Earnshaw, our Chief Executive, about working for West Northants Council: <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU</a>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.When potential is unlocked, talent thrives.Choose a career that offers you a true sense of achievement, fills you with pride and challenges you in a positive way, every day.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.Should you require the Job Description in another format or language, please contact: <a href="mailto:Careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a>

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Technical Officer - Braintree District CouncilBraintree District CouncilPermanent, Full Time£35,545 to £38,965 per annum Location: BraintreeClosing Date: 6th July 2025 Essex County Council (ECC) are delighted to be supporting Braintree Council to recruit this Technical Officer role. To Apply please click here: <a href="https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&amp;VACANCY_ID=643935Jhyu" target="_blank"> Technical Officer </a> or visit <a href="https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team" target="_blank">https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team</a>. Please DO NOT click the Apply button on the left. The Opportunity:Braintree District Council has a unique opportunity for a full-time Technical Officer to join our Environment team.As a Technical Officer, you will be responsible for assisting in the provision of a comprehensive grants service and for providing technical assistance in assessing the suitability of applicant's properties for disabled facility grants, in accordance with existing legislation and Council policies, procedures and targets.Job Accountabilities1. Oversee the delivery of Disabled Facility Grants and other Housing Grants, from referral to completion assisting the applicant through every stage of the process as necessary.2. Draft specifications and schedule of works, check tenders, verify details for benefit claims.3. Undertake site inspections and joint visits prior to application, advising the Occupational Therapist on practical options and implications around a solution.4. Liaise with builders, architect, occupational therapist and clients as necessary to ensure works are necessary, appropriate, reasonable and practical.5. Complete final inspection, detailing snagging, holding builders to account, and arranging payments as appropriate.6. Ensure that a record of all action taken is recorded on the Environmental Health IT systems.7. Carry out the work within a team of officers and cover the work of absent colleagues.8. Ensure that the Council and Directorate safety policies are observed.9. Carry out a programme of work as agreed with the Environmental Health Manager.Experience: With the ability to communicate effectively and sympathetically with a range of audiences, especially our vulnerable clients, you will take the lead in overseeing and supporting the delivery of grants, liaising with builders, architects and occupational therapists and assisting the applicant from referral to completion.We are looking for an individual with proven experience of working in the building trade in either a practical, technical or professional capacity, to draft specifications and schedule of works, check quotations and verify details for benefit claims. With a good understanding and working knowledge of the technical aspects of building, you will also preferably possess a relevant construction related qualification such as City and Guilds, NVQ, BTEC, HNC or equivalent.Knowledge of Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996, Housing Act 2004 and Environment Protection Act 1990 would be an advantage.Why choose Braintree District Council? Braintree District Council is an ambitious and forward-thinking authority with a vision of creating a great place for our residents and businesses.As a Council our role is as a guardian of the place and its people; where residents live well in healthy and resilient communities; a well-connected district with high-quality homes delivered with the infrastructure and a place which attracts and provides good employment opportunities.We are becoming one of the fastest growing Districts in the East of England with three growing towns, London just 45 minutes away and the district located directly between the international transport centres of Stansted Airport and Harwich and Felixstowe International Ports. We have a deserved track record for delivering and a strong reputation within the business community.Braintree District Council is a great place to work. We pride ourselves on our creative and innovative approach which is led by our staff. We are committed to having an engaged workforce who understand our strategy and how they can help deliver it. Some of the benefits of working for Braintree District Council are:*Competitive pay and benefits*Flexible working*Local Government Pension Scheme Defined Benefit Scheme*Free Car Parking*Learning and development for all staff*Staff Discounts*Employee Assistance Programme*Staff recognition schemes*Extension health and wellbeing programme including discounted gym membershipTo apply, click here:<a href="https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&amp;VACANCY_ID=643935Jhyu" target="_blank">Technical Officer</a> or visit <a href="https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team" target="_blank">https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team</a>. Please DO NOT click the Apply button on the left. Closing date for receipt of applications: Midnight 6 th July 2025. Please Note-Essex County Council is advertising this role on behalf of Braintree District Council and if successful you will be employed by Braintree District Council.*To apply, click here: <a href="https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&amp;VACANCY_ID=643935Jhyu" target="_blank">Technical Officer</a> or visit <a href="https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team" target="_blank">https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team</a>. Please DO NOT click the Apply button below.

Technical Officer - Braintree District Council

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Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of individuals with physical disabilities?&nbsp;We are seeking an aspiring or experienced dedicated professional to work with both adults and children, providing administrative support to our teams.&nbsp;The primary objective of this role is to deliver confidential administrative assistance to the manager and team, utilizing relevant systems, protocols, and resources. This involves promptly addressing telephone and email inquiries and upholding high standards of customer service while adhering to the policies and values of West Northamptonshire Council. Additionally, the role entails meeting reporting deadlines.This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate, at our cost.It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Children and Adults&nbsp;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: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.What will you be doing? Your core responsibility involves maintaining and enhancing both electronic and paper-based record systems to ensure robust support for the business operations. &nbsp;Also, you will oversee the coordination of resource stocks and office supplies, aiming to optimise service operations while minimising wastage through the adept use of electronic ordering and payment platforms.You will serve as the frontline for reception duties, handling telephone and email inquiries in alignment with the Company's customer service standards. Play a pivotal role in building strong rapport with internal and external stakeholders, including managers, colleagues, customers, and carers. Your communication style should consistently reflect clarity and politeness.Furthermore, your role extends to providing comprehensive administrative support to managers and colleagues within your team, encompassing tasks such as responding to inquiries, managing diaries, and executing assigned duties diligently. Active engagement in staff meetings, team activities, supervision sessions, appraisals, and training programs are expected!Based at Olympus House, NN3.&nbsp;Working Mon-Fri, 37 hours per week. &nbsp; About you You're the type who thrives on keeping things organised and running smoothly. You're comfortable juggling different tasks and can handle them with ease. Your friendly demeanour makes you a natural at reception duties and interacting with people both in person and over the phone.Building strong relationships comes naturally to you, whether it's with colleagues, managers, or customers. You're tech-savvy enough to navigate software tools like MS Word and Excel efficiently. Plus, you're proactive about staying on top of deadlines and ensuring that everything gets done on time. You're a team player who's always ready to pitch in and help out wherever needed! And above all, you're committed to providing excellent service.This demands a proficient and timely utilisation of MS Word, MS Excel, and other relevant software tools.About us Our vision at West Northamptonshire Council 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.Hear more from Anna Earnshaw, our Chief Executive, about working for West Northants Council: <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU</a>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.When potential is unlocked, talent thrives.Choose a career that offers you a true sense of achievement, fills you with pride and challenges you in a positive way, every day.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.Should you require the Job Description in another format or language, please contact: <a href="mailto:Careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a>

Business Support Assistant - 1 year contract

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Join us at this exciting time for Reading Borough Council as we drive forward a dynamic and diverse portfolio of programmes.
Our&nbsp;Portfolio Management Office (PMO) and Change Delivery Team, part of our Policy, Change and Customer Services, play a key role in delivering priority projects and transformative programmes across the Council.
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 

Our&nbsp;Senior Change Delivery Consultant&nbsp;roles are intentionally designed to be&nbsp;multi-disciplinary, offering both&nbsp;flexibility&nbsp;and&nbsp;opportunities for growth.
As a Senior Change Delivery Consultant, you will:
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<li>Lead large-scale, complex projects and programmes&nbsp;through the full delivery lifecycle</li>
<li>Provide line management, coaching, and mentoring&nbsp;to Change Delivery Consultants and Analysts</li>
<li>Leverage strong interpersonal and analytical skills&nbsp;to drive successful outcomes</li>
<li>Shape and evolve our methodologies (e.g. project management, business analysis and change management), incorporating best practices and lessons learned, championing these across the organisation through training, coaching, and mentoring opportunities.</li>
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You will be part of the PMO &amp; Change Delivery Management Team and part of the wider Service of Policy, Change and Customer Service.

About you
We are looking for an&nbsp;energetic, enthusiastic, and passionate individual&nbsp;to join our&nbsp;Change Delivery Team, someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is driven to make a real difference in public service.
Key experience and skills we are looking for from the candidate:
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<li>Proven experience&nbsp;in programme and project management, with a track record of successful delivery</li>
<li>Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to support and develop team members effectively</li>
<li>A&nbsp;collaborative mindset&nbsp;and the ability to think strategically</li>
<li>A&nbsp;genuine passion for delivering meaningful change&nbsp;within a public sector context</li>
<li>Experience in managing complex stakeholders&nbsp;across multiple organisations, with the ability to influence at senior levels</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written</li>
<li>Working knowledge&nbsp;in one or more of the following areas: business analysis, business change, user-centred design or procurement project management</li>
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The personal statement within the application process will be part of the shortlisting criteria, so please make sure you tell us how your experience and skills meet the person specification within the job description.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for Reading
Drive Efficiency - create an environment in which resources are used efficiently and employees’ skills are developed and used effectively
Be Ambitious - aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential&nbsp;
Make a Difference to Reading - inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity

Our offer
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition 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 30 days after 5 years’ service and 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
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 To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Zoe Hobbs -&nbsp; <a href="mailto:zoe.hobbs@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">zoe.hobbs@reading.gov.uk</a>. 
Closing Date: Tuesday 8th July 2025 Interview Date: Week commencing 14th July 2025 (likely 16th &amp; 17th July 2025)
Interview Process: As part of the interview process, candidates will be asked to&nbsp;prepare a task in advance&nbsp;and&nbsp;present it to the panel. This presentation will allow you to demonstrate your approach, thinking, and communication skills in a practical context.&nbsp; Following the presentation, the remainder of the interview will follow a&nbsp;standard question and answer format, focusing on your experience, skills and suitability for the role.
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

Senior Change Delivery Consultant

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Shared Service Manager (Waste) North Herts CouncilNorth Herts CouncilPermanent, Full Time£52,866 - £61,866 per annum, plus car allowance (pay award pending)Location: BuntingfordClosing Date: 14th July 2025 Essex County Council are delighted to be advertising on behalf of North Herts Council for the role of <a href="https://www.north-herts.gov.uk/shared-service-manager-waste" target="_blank">Shared Service Manager - Waste | North Herts Council</a> The Role <h2> East and North Herts Councils have a brand-new shared waste, recycling and street cleansing contract in place and are also rolling out an ambitious service change this summer. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious waste professional to lead the service at the start of this new era, with responsibility for both Councils' waste, recycling and street cleansing services. </h2>The Experience You Will Bring <h2> You will be an experienced and committed waste leader, with significant experience of managing large contracts and budgets, as well as the ability to lead major projects and procurements. You will have significant experience of developing policies and strategies and of successful performance management. You will have excellent technical knowledge of waste and be our subject expert. </h2><h2> You will have the skills to lead and motivate a high performing team, ability to work in partnership with stakeholders and have a customer focused attitude. </h2><a href="https://www.north-herts.gov.uk/about-us" target="_blank"> About Us </a> North Hertfordshire is a large rural district with approximately 125,000 residents with four historic towns, Hitchin, Baldock, Royston and Letchworth Garden City. The Council has a clear vision: We put people first and deliver sustainable services, to enable a brighter future together. Why work with us? We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in our recruitment practices and in our employment policies. We want our employees to feel safe to express themselves and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of talents. We are dedicated to promoting a healthy work/life balance, valuing our employees, and enabling them to make a difference to the local community. Please note that all our vacancies require you to live and work in the UK, and selection interviews are face to face in our Letchworth offices or other nearby council sites. At North Herts Council we are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and we guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum requirements for the job. Our benefits include: <h2> · Flexible working options including flexi-time scheme and home-working </h2><h2> · Continued professional development supported and professional subscriptions paid </h2><h2> · Local Government Defined Benefit Pension Scheme (19.5% employer contribution) </h2><h2> · Generous annual leave, including Christmas close-down period </h2><h2> · Occupational sick pay </h2><h2> · Free parking permit for office use </h2><h2> · Discounts, including 50% off NHC gym membership </h2>What you should do next If you are interested in finding out more about this role, we would love to hear from you. Please apply via <a href="https://www.north-herts.gov.uk/shared-service-manager-waste" target="_blank"> Shared Service Manager - Waste | North Herts Council </a> Please note that we do not accept CV applications, either on their own or accompanying application forms. Therefore, please ensure that all relevant information is provided on the application form on the NHC job pages. If you would like an informal chat about the post, please contact Sarah Kingsley, Director - Environment, on 01462 474552 *Please apply via <a href="https://www.north-herts.gov.uk/shared-service-manager-waste" target="_blank"> Shared Service Manager - Waste | North Herts Council </a>

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