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Title: Disrepair SurveyorContract Type: Permanent, Full Time, 35 hoursSalary: £48,000 per annum to £55,000 per annum (London weighted salary) dependant on experience plus Essential Car User Allowance of £1,300 per annumGrade: 9Reporting Office: London, StratfordPersona: 20% - 40% of contractual hours to be worked from reporting office/site (hybrid working)Closing Date: 12th December at 11pmInterviews will take place at our office in Stratford on Thursday 18th DecemberPlease click here to view the role profile - <a href="https://lqgroup.engageats.co.uk/ViewAttachment.aspx?enc=jmxpV+AcVus8i/wvT3FZXrrCOvCUGNWd9uca/tGZrAI3dMyH7+aRsXJPdz+CdVHA50kpBXD2EtBzs/95C4Bb6dAn+hEmoVFAks+4seXS5cBVP6IyM4oMYjcHUjNaM8So" target="_blank">Disrepair Surveyor Role Profile.docx</a><a href="https://lqgroup.engageats.co.uk/ViewAttachment.aspx?enc=jmxpV+AcVus8i/wvT3FZXrrCOvCUGNWd9uca/tGZrAI3dMyH7+aRsXJPdz+CdVHA50kpBXD2EtBzs/95C4Bb6dAn+hEmoVFAks+4seXS5cBVP6IyM4oMYjcHUjNaM8So" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">Benefits</a> include: Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">many more</a>…Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated.*Previous Applicants May Not Apply* - (if prior applications were regretted within 12 weeks)Join our Disrepair Surveying Team at L&amp;Q:L&amp;Q is looking to expand our Disrepair Surveying team and are looking for experienced Surveyors to join the Property Services team. Reporting to the Senior Disrepair Surveyor, the Disrepair Surveyors manage a range of complex disrepair and complaint cases across a varied housing stock. The role will involve managing a caseload which will include a mixture of new and historic cases, with a focus on precise and accurate information that will lead to clear and prompt resolutions for our residentsYour impact in the role:L&amp;Q’s portfolio consists of new builds, converted street properties, high rise, flats and purpose-built blocks. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of various builds and the challenges that come with each type. They will have had experience in surveying the various types of stock and will be flexible regarding travel; L&amp;Q’s stock covers a large geographic area. Travel is an essential part of this role and it is necessary that our Disrepair Surveyors hold a full licence and have access to a car. The Disrepair Team work closely with L&amp;Q’s in house and external legal teams to resolve cases. Our Surveyors are responsible for surveying properties and producing thorough reports and specifications in line with Building Standards and legal requirements and therefore will have a good knowledge of contract legislation including The Housing Conditions Protocol and the Fitness for Human Habitation Act. We expect the Disrepair Surveyors to have a wide range of skills including building and property surveying, project management, ability to juggle a varied workload in a fast paced environment, attention to detail and budgetary control. You will be required to be self-motivated and able to prioritise your cases and your daily routine. You will be a professional individual who is able to communicate and influence others, working with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders and contractors to find solutions and close cases. The role will require you to communicate with a range of internal and external stakeholders including legal representatives, local authorities and residents. A large proportion of the role will involve case management, alongside a traditional surveying role. An ability to use L&amp;Q’s digital systems is also important.This is a socially rewarding role with the opportunity to make a real difference to our residents and the local community. Our residents are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that everyone should have a safe and secure home that they can be proud to live in. Our Disrepair Surveyors will have the ability to put situations back on track and assist with residents repair issues with their homes You will have outstanding customer service. You will approach customers by listening and showing empathy, with an inclusive attitude to finding solutions. What you'll bring:<ul><li>Experience in a similar surveying role, ideally within a Social Housing or Local Authority Environment </li><li>Experience of managing disrepair cases </li><li>Understanding of disrepair legislation and legal requirements </li><li>Skills and knowledge of construction methods </li><li>Educated to HNC level in a relevant subject or equivalent experience and willingness to commit to study and continuous personal development </li><li>Experience of managing contractors and consultants to deliver within budgets and timescales </li><li>A broad range of communication and influencing skills </li><li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft packages and an ability use digital software packages for tracking and management of key case information.</li><li>Strong organisation and prioritising ability </li><li>Demonstrate high levels of customer services and complaint handling skills </li></ul>If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email <a href="mailto:lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk</a>About L&amp;Q:We’re one of the UK’s leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people’s health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life.250,000 people call our properties ‘home’, and we’re proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England.At L&amp;Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/-/media/files/careers/behavioural-framework.pdf" target="_blank">values and behavioural framework</a>, which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&amp;Q.L&amp;Q strongly believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is important, and inclusion is part of our core values and everyday working practices. We make hiring decisions based on your experiences, skills and merits and we are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace. Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/about-landq/our-vision-and-values/ethics-and-diversity" target="_blank">here</a> to read more.At L&amp;Q, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK’s largest housing associations.Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq" target="_blank">here</a> to find out more about L&amp;Q and why you should join us!*ECU Allowance is paid in accordance with requirements of the relevant policy as updated from time to time.#TJ<ul></ul>

London and Quadrant Housing Trust

Disrepair Surveyor - 7336

<h4>About the role</h4><h4>Role Summary</h4><ul><li> Provide tailored support and advice to our customers, enabling them to establish and sustain successful tenancies. Minimising instances of tenancy breakdown and enhancing the wellbeing of our customers and our communities. </li><li> Work as part of the team, co-ordinating actions and interventions to provide advice and assistance on issues which can impact on successful tenancies such as health and wellbeing, social isolation, employment, training and financial issues. Referring or signposting to internal or external support and ensuring continued engagement with support as needed. </li><li> Support the transformation of our business and utilise technological advances to meet the changing needs of our customers and drive value and efficiency. Actively promote self-serve options whilst ensuring services remain equally accessible to those who cannot self-serve. </li></ul><h4>Salary:</h4>£34,890 - £40,314<h4>Hours of Work:</h4>35<h4>Contract:</h4>Permanent<h4>Probation Period:</h4>6 Months<h4>Notice Period:</h4>1 Month <h4>Who are we?</h4>We provide more than 13,000 homes across Kent, Sussex and Surrey. Over the years we have invested heavily in our homes and continue to do so as part of the Peabody Group. We promote hybrid working and have more than 300 employees based in various locations across our operating area.<h4>Meet your Manager</h4>I have worked at TCH since 2016, initially in Housing Options before moving to Housing Management. I now proudly manage our Tenancy Support Team covering all of our stock. The role of the team is very rewarding. We get to work with individuals and families who need our support the most and have the opportunity to make a real difference. If you would like a challenge and the chance to work with internal teams and external agencies, then this role would be ideal for you.Katie Playford - Tenancy Support Team Leader<h4>What will you be doing?</h4><h4>Role Specific Responsibilities</h4>Key Activities:Overarching:<li> Working in an agreed geographical area, coordinate the identification of customers both pre-tenancy and during tenancy, who require additional support to sustain their tenancies, either in the short term or over a longer period. </li><li> Promote independence, enabling customers who are unable to use TCH’s digital services to access core services and support in ways that meet their needs and aspirations. </li><li> Assess individual customer’s requirements pre and during tenancy to enable them to successfully sustain a tenancy, providing support and advice, undertaking home visits, where required, and working collaboratively with internal and external partners as required. </li><li> Contribute to and champion our digital strategy by supporting digital engagement with our customers and promoting every opportunity to become digitally included. Pre-tenancy:</li><li> Pre-tenancy, and throughout the tenancy, identify customers who require enhanced services and act on internal, external and customer self-referrals to provide tenancy sustainment interventions.</li><li> Assist with pre-tenancy assessment and confirmation/coordination of support provision for nominated applicants where concerns about ability to sustain tenancy arise.</li><li> Signpost unsuccessful applicants/nominees to appropriate support re ongoing options.</li><li> Provide pre- tenancy support to accepted applicants identified as needing additional support to sustain a tenancy, including support with digital induction and the sign-up process.</li><li> Signpost and refer customers to support with tenancy set-up/moving in where appropriate. Throughout tenancy:</li><li> Pre-tenancy, and throughout the tenancy, identify customers who require enhanced services and act on internal, external and customer self-referrals to provide tenancy sustainment interventions</li><li> Provide clear, accessible, information about TCH’s and other support services available, including clear information about landlord and tenant responsibilities. Support and enable customers to pursue realistic options and to make the lifestyle choices necessary to achieve positive outcomes.</li><li> Signpost customers to advice, assistance and other interventions to enable them to sustain a tenancy and support and improve their well-being. Be proactive in ensuring that customers remain engaged with required support.</li><li> Where appropriate (usually where no family/agency support available) act as an advocate for vulnerable tenants with statutory, voluntary and commercial agencies.</li><li> Contribute to the development of a comprehensive network of positive contacts and collaboration with relevant agencies, including health, employment, training, support and voluntary agencies.</li><li> Where appropriate arrange and facilitate multi-agency meetings with partner agencies to address tenancy sustainment issues.</li><li> Take action in accordance with policy and procedure in all safeguarding situations. </li><li> Work collaboratively with Neighbourhood Housing Managers (NHM’s) to provide support to tenants to address hoarding issues; to include liaison with Fire and Rescue Service (FRS) and other relevant agencies. As a guideline NHM’s to lead on tenancy, property and safety issues, TSO to address root causes leading to hoarding behaviour. </li><li> Review tenancies at point of notice where concerns about tenancy sustainment remain, to establish if any further interventions are required. </li><li> Maintain accurate records in relation to customers’ vulnerability and support requirements, ensuring effective communication internally and with external partners. Crisis intervention:</li><li> Provide, or facilitate, intensive tenancy support to customers at the point of crisis, working collaboratively with both internal and external partners as required. </li><li> Work with the wider organisation, including Community Safety Team, Neighbourhood Housing Team, Income and Money Support, Housing Options, Contracts and Compliance and Asset Management, to assist in the resolution of tenancy breaches including anti-social behaviour, property condition and safeguarding issues. </li><li> Make appropriate referrals to assist customers to sustain their tenancy and improve their well-being and take steps to ensure customers remain engaged with required support. </li><h4>General</h4><ul><li> To adhere to the equal opportunities policy and to actively promote equality of opportunity wherever possible. </li><li> Recognise, respect and promote the different roles and diversity of the individuals within the business. </li><li> To actively contribute towards key performance indicators and professional standards. </li><li> Work in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) and Data Protection Law and be responsible for the integrity of personal information you process. This may include identifying anomalies in data and investigating and correcting them where appropriate. Ensure you attend training on data protection regularly. </li><li> To be responsible for your own health and safety and that of your colleagues, in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) and relevant EC directives. </li><li> To take responsibility for your own development and professionalism, ensuring that you keep up to date with new developments and continuously expand and build on your knowledge. </li><li> Attend and participate in training and other meetings and staff events as required. </li><li> Be an effective member of your team, presenting a positive impression of your section and the business. </li></ul><h4>About You</h4><h4>Education &amp; Qualifications</h4><ul><li> Education to GCSE (or equivalent) level of education with Maths and English (essential). </li><li> Level 3 Housing Management Qualification - or commitment to study towards (desirable). </li></ul><h4>Key Skills &amp; Competencies</h4><ul><li> A basic understanding of the welfare benefit and tax credit systems. </li><li> An understanding of the range of agencies available to support customers to sustain a tenancy. </li><li> Experience of working with vulnerable residents, diverse communities and marginalised groups. </li><li> Experience of identifying support needs and making support action plans including onward referrals for customers to support agencies and monitoring outcomes. </li><li> Demonstrable experience of providing one to one advice, counselling or mediation work. </li><li> Demonstrable experience of using Microsoft Office. </li><li> Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulation and best practice. </li><li>Full driving licence (essential) </li></ul><h4>Behaviours</h4><ul><li> Good written and oral communication skills. </li><li> Commitment to provide excellent customer service. </li><li> Commitment to promoting digital engagement with our customers. </li><li> The flexibility to adapt to changing workload demands and new organisational challenges. </li><li> Good organisational and time management skills. </li><li> Ability to build collaborative working relationships that achieve positive outcomes for our customers and the organisation. </li><li> Negotiation and influencing skills. </li></ul><h4>Why Choose Us</h4><ul><li>Contributory pension scheme 4% to 10% matched contributions</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Free onsite car parking</li><li>Life assurance of 4x annual salary (Terms and Conditions apply)</li><li>30 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays</li><li>Two volunteer days per year</li><li>Employee assistance programme (24/7 telephone advice, information portal &amp; face to face counselling sessions)</li><li>Corporate eye care scheme providing free eye tests and free VDU glasses or contribution towards VDU glasses</li><li>Extensive annual Staff Wellbeing programme</li><li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave provision</li><li>Flexible annual benefits (for dental, healthcare, shopping vouchers, technology etc.)</li><li>Annual flu vaccinations</li><li>Access to an extensive range of corporate discounts on shopping, travel &amp; days out</li><li>Social events, including lunchtime walking, rounders, festive Fridays</li><li>Travel loan</li></ul><h4>Our Values</h4>Our culture is about the shared values, beliefs and behaviours that determine how we do things, then the ways and systems of working that help to get those things done.Our new values, principles and behaviours will put customers at the heart and provide the foundation for the culture of the new organisation. Only by delivering a cohesive and customer-focused culture will we be able to achieve our purpose and priorites.We have taken an inclusive and collaborative approach to developing the following values, working together with colleagues, customers and the Board:<h4>Equal Opportunities Statement</h4>TCH is an equal opportunities employer committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity or paternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership, or caring responsibilities.We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join TCH.We are recognised as a ‘Disability Confident Committed Employer’. As part of this commitment, individuals who disclose at application stage that they have a disability, will be invited to interview provided they demonstrate that they meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Candidates will be asked if they require any support or reasonable adjustments to enable them to fully participate in the recruitment process.<h4>Apply</h4><h4>Internal Applications</h4>Please send a letter clearly demonstrating how your skills and experience meet the criteria contained on the job description and person specification to <a href="mailto:recruitment@tch.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@tch.org.uk</a>.For internal staff only: Please note, if you're currently on legacy TCH, Rosebery, InTouch, Family Mosaic etc Terms and Conditions and are successful in your application, you will automatically be transferred to the new Peabody Terms and Conditions.Additionally, if you move to a TCH role on a secondment basis, your Terms and Conditions will not change.If you have any questions, or require further clarification, please speak to HR.<h4>External Applications</h4>Please complete our online application form by clicking the Apply button below. We reserve the right to bring the closing date forward, so we strongly encourage early applications.Please note: As an employer, Town &amp; Country Housing does not provide sponsorship as a licensed UK employer.<h4>Key dates</h4><h4>Applications Close:</h4>Wednesday, 10 December 2025<h4>Interview Date:</h4>Monday, 15 December 2025<a href="https://prteam.typeform.com/to/Is7wwgih" target="_blank">Apply now</a>





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Town and Country Housing

Tenancy Support Officer

<h4>About the role</h4><h4>Role Summary</h4>To contribute to Town &amp; Country Housing’s support strategy by providing a comprehensive range of information, guidance, and any onward referral to help people manage their money and prepare for changes in welfare benefit. <h4>Salary:</h4> £33,216 per annum<h4>Hours of Work:</h4>35 <h4>Contract:</h4>Permanent<h4>Probation Period:</h4>6 Months<h4>Notice Period:</h4>1 Month<h4>Who are we?</h4>We provide more than 13,000 homes across Kent, Sussex and Surrey. Over the years we have invested heavily in our homes and continue to do so as part of the Peabody Group. We promote hybrid working and have more than 300 employees based in various locations across our operating area.<h4>Meet your Manager</h4>I joined TCH in 2021 and have enjoyed both Tenancy and Money Support roles. In May 2024 I progressed to the role of Money Support Team Leader and oversee our Money Support offer across our whole stock area. I am proud to be part of a team, which has seen the challenges that the Cost-of-Living Crisis has presented and met them, to ensure positive outcomes for our residents.Sue More<h4>What will you be doing?</h4><h4>Role Specific Responsibilities</h4><ul><li> Undertake casework management to inform and empower residents in the community to maximise their income. </li><li> Advise and assist clients with claims for welfare benefits, tax credits, charitable grants and other kinds of financial support. </li><li> Compose appeals against overpayments of Housing Benefit, Council Tax Benefit, and challenge Tax Credit overpayments. </li><li> Work with customers in interpreting and explaining up- to-date welfare benefits legislation including reviewing and explaining official letters and information. </li><li> Actively signpost clients using internal/ external referral networks to appropriate agencies for specialist legal help or other support services. </li><li> Record and maintain detailed and accurate case records using an online case management system. </li><li> Identify and record social policy issues as they arise, including liaising with other agencies to identify common trends. </li><li> Maintain appropriate service activity and performance monitoring information and submit Local Performance Indicator and Key Performance Indicator data and reports as required. </li><li> Liaise with the Income Management Team to ensure clients are paying their rent and any arrears by agreed payments. </li><li> Work directly with clients on issues relating to managing their finances including creating household budgets, spending diaries and financial health checks. </li><li> Identify possible sources of benefits for clients and helping clients with completing appropriate claim forms. </li><li> Help to develop and maintain a database of clients creating relevant statistical data which links to Key Performance Indicators. </li><li> Help to develop and maintain the debt referral procedure and liaise with relevant partners where necessary. </li><li> Develop and maintain joint working relationships with strategic partners to maximise support for our residents. </li></ul><h4>General</h4><ul><li> To adhere to the equality, diversity and inclusion policy and actively promote equality of opportunity wherever possible. </li><li> Recognise, respect, and promote the different roles and diversity of individuals. </li><li> To actively contribute towards the key performance indicators and professional standards. </li><li> Work in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) and Data Protection Law and be responsible for the integrity of personal information you process. This may include identifying anomalies in data and investigating and correcting them where appropriate. Ensure you attend training on data protection regularly. </li><li> To be responsible for your own health and safety and that of your colleagues, in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) and relevant EC directives. </li><li> To participate in training, attend other meetings, and staff events as required. </li><li> Be an effective member of your team, presenting a positive impression of your section and the Group. </li><li> Take responsibility for recognising and recording customer complaints, however made, and ensure that any complaints allocated to you are responded to within policy requirements. </li><li> Maintain professional curiosity in all interactions with residents, be aware of and report and record any potential safeguarding issues promptly and appropriately. </li><li> Maintain awareness of budget requirements and value for money while delivering your role. </li><li> Consider and highlight any risk to the organisation or individuals whilst delivering your role. </li><li> Consider resident feedback (the resident voice) in all service delivery, using data and insight and actively engaging with residents to understand their needs, views and priorities and tailor services accordingly. </li><li> This role will involve visiting other offices and stock and you will be required to have your own car and full driving licence. </li></ul><h4>About You</h4><h4>Education &amp; Qualifications</h4><ul><li> Educated to GCSE or equivalent (essential) </li><li>Full driving licence (essential) </li><li> High level of numeracy and literacy (essential) </li></ul><h4>Key Skills &amp; Competencies</h4><ul><li> Proven experience of debt advice casework or in a role that requires a good working knowledge of the welfare benefits system. </li><li> Experience in effective case management. </li><li> Experience of effective working with key agencies. </li><li> Experience of facilitating life-skills training. </li><li> Proven time management and prioritising skills. </li><li> Budgeting and financial management skills. </li><li> Methodical, with a good eye for detail. </li><li> An understanding of data protection and the need for confidentiality and a non-judgmental approach to advice provision. </li></ul><h4>Behaviours</h4><ul><li> Ability to persuade and negotiate with a wide range of people gaining their commitment and influencing outcomes. </li><li> Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with clients and third parties. </li><li> Ability to work effectively alone or as part of a team. </li><li> Understanding of interviewing skills and general advice work. </li><li> Able to analyse information and data logically and reach sound conclusions. </li><li> Understand the business environment of Town &amp; Country Housing. </li><li> Desire to address the needs of customers in a way that shows commitment to excellent customer service. </li><li> Ability to evaluate and review own work to meet high standards. </li><li> Ability to interact and build productive relationships internally and externally. </li><li> Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, achieving a positive impact on recipients. </li><li> Ability to think innovatively while assessing risks and opportunities in a measured way. </li><li> Demonstrate empathy and understanding of issues affecting vulnerable people. </li></ul><h4>Why Choose Us</h4><ul><li>Contributory pension scheme 4% to 10% matched contributions</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Free onsite car parking</li><li>Life assurance of 4x annual salary (Terms and Conditions apply)</li><li>30 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays</li><li>Two volunteer days per year</li><li>Employee assistance programme (24/7 telephone advice, information portal &amp; face to face counselling sessions)</li><li>Corporate eye care scheme providing free eye tests and free VDU glasses or contribution towards VDU glasses</li><li>Extensive annual Staff Wellbeing programme</li><li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave provision</li><li>Flexible annual benefits (for dental, healthcare, shopping vouchers, technology etc.)</li><li>Annual flu vaccinations</li><li>Access to an extensive range of corporate discounts on shopping, travel &amp; days out</li><li>Social events, including lunchtime walking, rounders, festive Fridays</li><li>Travel loan</li></ul><h4>Our Values</h4>Our culture is about the shared values, beliefs and behaviours that determine how we do things, then the ways and systems of working that help to get those things done.Our new values, principles and behaviours will put customers at the heart and provide the foundation for the culture of the new organisation. Only by delivering a cohesive and customer-focused culture will we be able to achieve our purpose and priorites.We have taken an inclusive and collaborative approach to developing the following values, working together with colleagues, customers and the Board:<h4>Equal Opportunities Statement</h4>TCH is an equal opportunities employer committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity or paternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership, or caring responsibilities.We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join TCH.We are recognised as a ‘Disability Confident Committed Employer’. As part of this commitment, individuals who disclose at application stage that they have a disability, will be invited to interview provided they demonstrate that they meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Candidates will be asked if they require any support or reasonable adjustments to enable them to fully participate in the recruitment process.<h4>Apply</h4><h4>Internal Applications</h4>Please send a letter clearly demonstrating how your skills and experience meet the criteria contained on the job description and person specification to <a href="mailto:recruitment@tch.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@tch.org.uk</a>.For internal staff only: Please note, if you're currently on legacy TCH, Rosebery, InTouch, Family Mosaic etc Terms and Conditions and are successful in your application, you will automatically be transferred to the new Peabody Terms and Conditions.Additionally, if you move to a TCH role on a secondment basis, your Terms and Conditions will not change.If you have any questions, or require further clarification, please speak to HR.<h4>External Applications</h4>Please complete our online application form by clicking the Apply button below. We reserve the right to bring the closing date forward, so we strongly encourage early applications.Please note: As an employer, Town &amp; Country Housing does not provide sponsorship as a licensed UK employer.<h4>Key dates</h4><h4>Applications Close:</h4>Monday, 15 December 2025<h4>Interview Date:</h4>Tuesday, 23 December 2025<a href>Apply now</a>





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Money Support Officer

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic person to join our Trading Standards team. This post will build upon our established work, protecting consumers and legitimate businesses across Medway.You will have excellent communication skills and the ability to deal confidently with a range of stakeholders and situations You will have a track record of successful investigations with the ability to prioritise your workload, assess complex situations and meet both corporate and statutory deadlines. The successful applicant will take the lead role for a discreet area of Trading Standards law and will be required to represent the authority at a regional and national level.You will be equally comfortable working alone and as part of a team of officers to achieve the goals of the service.To be considered for this position you must hold a professional qualification in Trading Standards (DTS, DCA, DCATS or similar) and have recent experience in the role.Medway Council has a career grade for Trading Standards Officers and your starting salary will be dependant on qualifications, experience and competences.This position allows for the successful candidate to work from home for part of the week, subject to operational needs, with the main office base being Deangate Ridge, Hoo. You must hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle, that is insured for business use, for which the appropriate allowance will be paid.If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager please call David Cross on 01634 333175Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. The salary you will be offered will be at level A. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C. When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached. The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview. Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A. Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. Regulatory Services are seeking a Senior Trading Standards Officer to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs. Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileFor further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Medway Council

This is Medway

Trading Standards Officer / Senior Trading Standards Officer

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An exciting opportunity to lead real change across the housing service &nbsp;
Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.&nbsp; The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.
The Post
The Quality Assurance Team for the Housing Service is responsible for ensuring the service is compliant with its legal and regulatory responsibilities, developing and implementing lasting improvements and quality checks across key housing processes, and acting as a critical friend when it comes to the performance of service delivery.
As a Quality Assurance and Standards Officer you will play a key role in supporting the Housing Service to prepare for future inspections from the Regulator of Social Housing. You will keep the Housing Service informed of, and held to account against, regulatory requirements, national policy, legislative changes and best practice across the Housing and Local Government sector.
Working with staff at all levels, you will lead projects to develop, review and monitor the delivery of strategies, policies and processes across the Housing Service, ensuring we meet all expected requirements and provide effective, efficient services that prioritise tenant and leaseholder safety and satisfaction.
The Person
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The ideal candidate will be an excellent facilitator; someone who can quickly get to the root cause of complex issues by pulling together a wide evidence base and can explain these simply to a range of audiences. You’ll be able to quickly build rapport with managers, staff and tenants, ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard in driving forward solutions and improvements to services.
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Why join us?
We know people achieve their best when they feed valued. At Brent, you’ll benefit from: •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Up to 33 days annual leave (depending on length of service) plus bank holidays •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Excellent pension with generous employer contributions&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lgpsmember.org/" target="_blank">(LGPS)</a> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Hybrid and flexible working options available for most roles •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Supportive family-friendly policies for parent, guardians, and carers •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Health and wellbeing support, including access to eye test support and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Financial support such as education sessions, childcare deposit loans, and season ticket loans •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Travel perks including Zipcar access, affordable parking nearby, a Cycle to Work scheme, and great onsite facilities •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Access to My Brent Rewards with exclusive discounts on shopping, travel, leisure, and entertainment

Brent Council

This is Brent

Quality Assurance and Standards Officer

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If this role is for you, then Impulse Leisure would welcome your application, and has many benefits to offer.
We are committed to equal opportunities and diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are positive about disability and offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS).
Please APPLY ONLINE via the link provided.
If you require an application form in an alternative format, please contact our Recruitment Team on 01375 375533 ext 520. However, we encourage applicants to apply via the online link - it’s the quickest and easiest application process.



We want every visit to our clubs to be inclusive and motivating experience for our customers. Our Fitness Instructors are integral to delivering this and helping our customers to achieve their fitness goals. Additionally, our Fitness Instructors assist the Leisure Centre Management in the supervision, safety, maintenance of equipment and customer retention within the Fitness Suite. The successful candidates must have a CIMSPA accredited Gym Instructor Qualification of level 2 or above (previously REPS accredited).
Position One (21.5 hours per week)
Wednesday 05:45-14:00 (Corringham)
Friday 14:00-20:15 (Belhus)
Saturday 08:00-15:00 (B/Shots)
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Position Two (20.5 hours per week)
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Monday 05:45-10:00
Tuesday 14:15-22:15
Wednesday 14:00-22:15
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(Hours and/or days may be subject to change in accordance with the needs of the business).
Due to the nature of activities undertaken (i.e. regulated activity with children), this post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.&nbsp; Any provisional offer of employment made will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Certificate, to include an annually renewed DBS Update Service subscription for the purposes of ongoing satisfactory status checks throughout employment, in accordance with Company Policies.

Fitness Instructors

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We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Business Rates Team Coordinator who will form part of the Revenues team. The post holder will report directly to the Business Rates Manager, helping to identify solutions to complex rating issues using their own initiative and working with minimal supervision on a wide range of service delivery requirements. They will assist the Business Rates team to ensure delivery of a high-quality level of service for our businesses, as well as developing and building on existing partnerships both within the Council and also with our stakeholders and business partners. 
 
The Business Rates team forms part of the Revenues and Benefits service and provides support and help to businesses across the borough. The postholder will ensure a positive team working ethic and will be responsible for developing and implementing new working practices and efficiencies when required. 
 
We require a team coordinator who will bring new collection initiatives, whilst providing early help intervention and support, and ensuring income is maximised and debt is reduced. 
 
The successful candidate will be expected to bring their own skills, knowledge and experience to the team. They will be expected to keep up to date and interpret and apply new legislation and incentives alongside London Borough of Enfield’s internal policies and procedures. 
 
Contact Details - 
 
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Chris Taylor on 0208 132 1270 for an informal discussion. 
 
If you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact Andrea Walkerdine at <a href="mailto:andrea.walkerdine@enfield.gov.uk" target="_blank">andrea.walkerdine@enfield.gov.uk</a> or on 020 8132 1022. 
 
We do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV. 
 
We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more. 
 
Why it's great to work for Enfield Council: 
 
 - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 
 - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas. 
 - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles. 
 - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months. 
 - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods. 
 - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family. 
 - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work. 
 - 1 month's paid sabbatical for registered Social Workers working in Children's Social Care. 
 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 
 
If you have previously applied for this role within the past 6 months, unfortunately, a second application will not be considered.

London Borough of Enfield

Business Rates Team Coordinator

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Education Welfare Officer – Grade SO2 (pro-rata). 36 hours per week Term Time only. 
Enfield council is looking for an innovative, enthusiastic, and skilled individual to join our Education Welfare Service. 
As an Education Welfare Officer, you will provide practical guidance to schools on attendance policy and the law, advice and support to children and their parents/carers on promoting good attendance and punctuality and where appropriate, make recommendations to other agencies enabling them to provide vulnerable families with a holistic package of support. 
With experience of working as an Education Welfare Officer or similar role, the successful candidate will join a dedicated group of officers who are responsible for promoting equality of opportunity for all children to enable access to appropriate educational entitlement. It is essential that you have the skills and experience to work on your own initiative while managing a demanding workload, prioritising work, and adopting a flexible approach to changing and competing challenges. 
The post holder must have a good understanding of the education system, especially in relation to school attendance. 
The role requires the ability to travel across the borough carrying out home visits where necessary, visiting schools, and attending meetings. 
It is essential you have experience working in a school attendance role. 
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Sharon Clarke on 020 8132 2713 for an informal discussion. 
If you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact Maria Evangelou at <a href="mailto:maria.evangelou@enfield.gov.uk" target="_blank">maria.evangelou@enfield.gov.uk</a>. 
Enfield’s Social Care Centre of Excellence confirms our commitment to creating and maintaining an environment for new and existing staff to be the best and deliver high quality social work to our most vulnerable children and young people. It brings our recruitment, professional development and support into the one portal for social care staff to see what we have to offer and how we are supporting them to continue to learn and develop on a professional basis. For more information please visit <a href="https://new.enfield.gov.uk/centreofexcellence/about-us/" target="_blank">https://new.enfield.gov.uk/centreofexcellence/about-us/</a> 
“This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment”. 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 
We do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV. 
Why it's great to work for Enfield Council: 
 
 - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 
 - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas. 
 - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles. 
 - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months. 
 - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods. 
 - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family. 
 - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work. 
 - 1 month's paid sabbatical for registered Social Workers working in Children's Social Care. 
 
We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more. 
If you have previously applied for this role within the past 6 months, unfortunately, a second application will not be considered.

Education Welfare Officer

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Please forward your completed application to Jen White, HR Officer at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hr@elatschools.co.uk" target="_blank">hr@elatschools.co.uk</a>&nbsp;by&nbsp;12pm, 5th January 2026

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EMPOWER LEARNING ACADEMY TRUST
Ardleigh Green Junior School
Ardleigh Green Road
Hornchurch
Essex
RM11 2SP
Tel:&nbsp;&nbsp;01708 449362
Head Teacher: J Johnson
School Administrator (with Receptionist duties)&nbsp;
Hours:&nbsp; 36 hours per week time time only
Scale:&nbsp; Grade 3 points 5-9
Pro-Rata Salary:&nbsp; £25,289 - £26,768 per annum&nbsp;&nbsp;
FTE Salary:&nbsp;&nbsp;£29,434 - £31,155 per annum (Inclusive of Outer London Weighting)
Contract:&nbsp;Permanent
Our mission is to ‘inspire learners and change lives’ – and that includes our staff. We want to empower our teams, so pupils are ready to be kind, confident and impactful world citizens. To help us, we wish to appoint a School Administrator (with Receptionist duties), who will provide a welcoming, efficient, and professional front-of-house service for our school community. Ensuring every child, parent, and visitor receives a positive experience.
We are looking to appoint someone with the following skills
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<li>Has a calm, patient personality, who has strong organisational and administrative skills</li>
<li>Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive data appropriately</li>
<li>An enthusiastic, highly committed and flexible individual with excellent interpersonal skills</li>
<li>Commitment to working as a member of a team, and shows initiative to work independently</li>
<li>Ability to adapt to changing, and sometimes, challenging environment</li>
<li>Commitment to high professional and personal standards</li>
</ul>
In return, we offer:
<ul>
<li>&nbsp;High quality professional development</li>
<li>Supportive and friendly staff</li>
<li>Flexible working opportunities</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme including virtual GP appointments, counselling service, legal services</li>
<li>Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>
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For further information about this role, please email Mrs P Broadmore at <a href="mailto:PBroadmore@elatschools.co.uk" target="_blank">PBroadmore@elatschools.co.uk</a>. If you have any queries about the recruitment process and compliance, please contact Miss J White, HR Officer, <a href="mailto:jwhite@elatschools.co.uk" target="_blank">jwhite@elatschools.co.uk</a>.
Please forward your completed application to Jen White, HR Officer at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hr@elatschools.co.uk" target="_blank">hr@elatschools.co.uk</a>&nbsp;by&nbsp;12pm, 5th January 2026&nbsp;
Closing date for applications: Monday 5th January 2026 at 12.00pm
Ardleigh Green School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students; therefore, all successful applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including an online social media check, satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.
Please find our policies here: Key Information – <a href="https://ardleighgreenjun.org.uk/key-information/" target="_blank">https://ardleighgreenjun.org.uk/key-information/</a>
Early applications are appreciated as interviews will be arranged as and when suitable applications are received. We reserve the right to commence or complete the recruitment process prior to the closing date.
We do not accept applications via agencies.

School Administrator

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</ul>

If this role is for you, then Impulse Leisure would welcome your application, and has many benefits to offer.
We are committed to equal opportunities and diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are positive about disability and offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS).
Please APPLY ONLINE via the link provided.
If you require an application form in an alternative format, please contact our Recruitment Team on 01375 375533 ext 520. However, we encourage applicants to apply via the online link - it’s the quickest and easiest application process.



To clean the Leisure Centre in accordance with the cleaning schedule and COSHH regulations.&nbsp;
To work as an integral part of the Impulse Team to ensure a clean, safe and comfortable environment for customers and staff to reflect the goals and objectives of Impulse Leisure.
Corringham -1 x 8 hour post&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; Monday and Tuesday 05:30-07:30 and Sunday 14:00 16:00&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Belhus Park - 1 x 8 hour post&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 07:00 – 09:00&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Blackshots - 1 x 16 hour post&nbsp;&nbsp; Tuesday – Friday 05:00-08:00 and Saturday 05:00 – 09:00.
(Hours and/or days may be subject to change in accordance with the needs of the business).

Cleaning Operative

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Cemetery Manager - West Ham Cemetery £45,750 - £49,056 per annum We are looking for an individual with extensive experience of cemetery management, to manage West Ham Cemetery in Forest Gate. &nbsp;You will oversee the operations of the cemetery ensuring that all activities are conducted in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and ethical standards. This role includes managing staff, maintaining records and providing customer service. You will be responsible for implementing policies and procedures related to cemetery operations as well as promoting the cemetery services to the public.&nbsp; Please view JD here closing date: 21st December 2025 Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.

London Borough of Newham

Cemetery Manager West Ham Cemetery

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Facilities Officer&nbsp; Part time 21.6 hour pr week Salary £32,535 – 33,987 per annumpro rata Location: Newham Dockside This is not a hybrid role – it requires the successful candidate to be present in person in the workplace. Closing date: Sunday 7 December 2025 at 23:59 Hours: Part time: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, rota-based, 21.6 hours per week (7:00 AM – 5:00 PM coverage) About Us Newham is one of London’s most dynamic and diverse boroughs — and we’re proud of it. With over 220 languages spoken and home to some of the capital’s most iconic landmarks (think Olympic Park, Westfield Stratford City, and Green Street), Newham is a place full of energy, culture, and opportunity. We’re undergoing rapid transformation with new homes, jobs, and investment reshaping the borough — and now, we're looking for someone like you to be part of that journey.&nbsp; We’re looking for a professional, friendly, and resilient Facilities Officer to join our dynamic Building Services Team at Newham Dockside. This is an exciting, fast-paced role where no two days are the same — perfect for someone who enjoys helping others and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes. About the Role: As the first point of contact for anyone entering the building, your welcoming presence will set the tone for visitors, colleagues, contractors, and residents alike. You’ll ensure the building is safe, well-maintained, and operating efficiently, while providing excellent customer service. Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Greet and assist all visitors in a professional and approachable manner</li> <li>Carry out building inspections and fire warden duties</li> <li>Provide general administrative support</li> <li>Use and learn bespoke IT systems, including the ID card system</li> <li>Respond to queries and resolve issues at the first point of contact</li> <li>Support internal colleagues and building tenants</li> <li>Maintain security and safety within the building</li> <li>Learn how to manage the car park and the administrative processes behind this</li> </ul> About You: <ul><li>Exceptional customer service and communication skills</li> <li>Resilient, proactive, and adaptable</li> <li>Confident using IT and willing to learn new systems</li> <li>A strong team player with a warm and friendly attitude</li> <li>Ability to handle both routine and sensitive issues professionally</li> <li>Experience in facilities, administration, or customer service is beneficial</li> <li>Flexibility to work across the team, undertaking different duties as required</li> </ul> If you thrive in a busy, people-focused environment and love making a difference day to day, we’d love to hear from you! Please view JD here The closing date for the receipt of applications is 23:59 on Sunday 7 December 2025. However, interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early.&nbsp; You will need to outline how you meet the person specification, competencies in the job profile attached and what you are able to bring to the role. Good luck with your application. Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.

Part time Facilities Officer

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/2867/Applicant_Guidance_Notes.pdf" target="_blank">Applicant_Guidance_Notes</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/2910/Vacancy_Details.pdf" target="_blank">Vacancy_Details</a></li>
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If this role is for you, then Impulse Leisure would welcome your application, and has many benefits to offer.
We are committed to equal opportunities and diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are positive about disability and offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS).
Please APPLY ONLINE via the link provided.
If you require an application form in an alternative format, please contact our Recruitment Team on 01375 375533 extension 520. However, we encourage applicants to apply via the online link - it’s the quickest and easiest application process.



Are you passionate about teaching others how to swim? Impulse Leisure are looking for Swimming Instructors!
The successful candidates must hold a nationally recognised qualification for instruction i.e. ASA/Swim England Level 2, Baby Preschool Swimming Teaching (or equivalent STA Baby Preschool/Award/Certificate)
Hours available Monday - Fridays from 3:45pm onwards, and weekends from 8am onwards.

<h1>WORKING FOR IMPULSE LEISURE</h1>







Interested in a future career in the leisure industry….? Impulse Leisure is an ambitious and innovative organisation that operates as a charitable trust. With almost 200 employees, we operate a total of four facilities across Essex.
We operate in pursuit of our mission statement:-
“Creating active and healthy communities”
We are a vital component in the improvement of health and wellbeing in the communities in which we work, and continually seek applicants who will share in our vision. As a large local social enterprise, we invest all our surpluses into developing even bigger and better facilities and services. We believe in rewarding and training our most important assets – our employees. Therefore, we only seek the most inspiring, highly motivated and professional people to join our teams. We offer a range of employment benefits, to include:
<ul>
<li>Contributory pension scheme (NEST)</li>
<li>28 days annual leave, inclusive of public/bank holidays</li>
<li>Flexible working patterns/hours</li>
<li>Competitive salaries - regardless of age all staff earn a minimum of National Minimum Wage at the rate for those over 23 (unless Apprenticeship rate applicable)</li>
<li>Incremental Pay Scheme (where applicable)</li>
<li>Uniform provided (where applicable to role)</li>
<li>Access to CIMSPA Membership and Career Pathways</li>
<li>Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, includes access to confidential counselling, information and guidance</li>
<li>Cafeteria staff discount (where applicable)</li>
<li>Free eye test every 2 years (on request) for display screen users</li>
<li>Free on-site car parking</li>
<li>Extensive induction programme and role specific ongoing training</li>
<li>Opportunities for personal and professional development through our DART (Development and Review Time) Appraisal Scheme</li>
<li>Extensive E-learning programme, with 20 modules covering mandatory requirements and personal development, i.e. individual choice</li>
<li>Healthcare cash plan – Simply Health corporate rates</li>
<li>Discounts with partner organisations i.e. local restaurants</li>
<li>Use of facilities to help maintain good health and well-being</li>
<li>1 x corporate rate membership for partner (living at same address)</li>
<li>Regular communication through Staff Forums held by our MD, and newsletters/communications throughout the year.</li>
<li>Rewarding Excellence Nomination Scheme</li>
<li>Staff Suggestion Scheme</li>
<li>Long Service (non-contractual/discretionary) Scheme</li>
<li>Excellent team working environment</li>
<li>Reimbursement of annual DBS Update Service Subscription (where applicable to role, subject to criteria)</li>
<li>Option to join a Trade Union</li>
</ul>
The leisure sector offers a wide range of career and training opportunities. If you have used our centres, you may have seen many of our departments in action from Receptionists, Fitness Instructors, Lifeguards, Swimming Instructors, Duty Managers as examples. Of course, there are many other roles behind the scenes, which also contribute to our success as an organisation.






Due to the nature of activities undertaken (i.e. regulated activity with children), this post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.&nbsp; Any provisional offer of employment made will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Certificate, to include an annually renewed DBS Update Service subscription for the purposes of ongoing satisfactory status checks throughout employment, in accordance with Company Policies.

Swimming Instructors

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To apply, please visit <a href="https://ats-haveringschools.jobsgopublic.com" target="_blank">https://ats-haveringschools.jobsgopublic.com</a> and submit your application by clicking the 'Apply Online' link below.



Crownfield Infant and Nursery School
White Hart Lane, Collier Row, Romford, Essex RM7 8JB
Tel: 01708 741826
Email: <a href="mailto:office@crownfieldinfantschool.org" target="_blank">office@crownfieldinfantschool.org</a>
Website:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.crownfieldinfantschool.org/" target="_blank">www.crownfieldinfantschool.org</a>
Head Teacher: Mrs&nbsp;Sharon Nacmias
SEN Teaching Assistant (Learning Support Staff)
Hours: 26 hours 15 minutes per week, Monday to Friday, term time
Grade:&nbsp;Grade 1/2 points 2-5
Salary: £28,221 - £29,435 full time equivalent p.a. (Actual salary will be pro-rata)
Required:&nbsp;ASAP
We are looking for a SEN Learning Support Assistant to work with children who have special educational needs.
You will be professional, organised, hardworking, skilled, creative and genuinely looking to develop your talent.
You will have a good knowledge of SEN policy and approach. You will have patience and demonstrate an understanding of significant and complex learning needs. You will have experience of working with a range of children with complex needs including ASD and children with social and emotional needs.
We can offer an ambitious, successful, vibrant place to work, with great staff, children and wonderful surroundings.
However, do not take my word for it – look at our website <a href="http://www.crownfieldinfantschool.org" target="_blank">www.crownfieldinfantschool.org</a>
Please apply online.
Closing Date: Monday 15th December 2025
Crownfield Infant School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children at our school.&nbsp; As such all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.&nbsp; We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the school and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Learning Support Assistant - SEN

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



Job Title:&nbsp;Support Coach
Location:&nbsp;Havering, Close to Harold Wood Elizabeth Line station. Please note that this service does not have step free access.&nbsp;
Salary:&nbsp;£27,000
Shift Pattern:&nbsp;37.5 hours per week Monday to Sunday on a rota varying between 08:00 - 21:30 which includes 12.5 hour shifts with 1 hour unpaid break, approximately 3 shifts per week. You may need to be flexible on these hours as per service requirements.
<h4>About the Role</h4>
We have an exciting opportunity for a Support Coach to join our new Independent Approved Premises (IAP) on day shifts with a rolling rota. You will support residents recently released from prison in a residential setting, helping them reintegrate into the community. You will work with residents to create tailored support plans, identify their needs, goals, and skills, and motivate them to reach their potential. You will encourage engagement in activities and the community, provide tools for life skills, and ensure effective risk management with a strong focus on public protection.
Key Responsibilities include:
<ul>
<li>Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of residents and participants at all times</li>
<li>Engaging with residents, ensuring they are adhering to their license conditions. This may include planning activities to engage them with other people, communities, and opportunities</li>
<li>Be a valued and reliable member of the team, completing handovers for night colleagues for a seamless service</li>
<li>Building trusting professional relationships with residents, helping them to achieve their goals and aspirations which could be through tailored one to one sessions, group sessions, in and out of service activities, and general wellbeing check ins</li>
<li>Focusing on empowering our residents to take control over their lives and meet their personal goals</li>
</ul>
<h4>About You</h4>
We're looking for someone who has a true passion to help make a difference and contribute to providing safer communities for all. You will be able to work in a fast paced environment, be proactive, and have resilience to challenges. You will thrive working within the team as well as independently, and be comfortable with working with people who have different offending histories. We're looking for someone who can build trust and rapport with others, and has a positive outlook, which can be used to support others. We also look for:
<ul>
<li>Ability to manage own caseload and determine priorities with time management. Able to use own initiative</li>
<li>Experience of working with people of complex backgrounds, ex-offenders, mental health, substance misuse, challenging behaviours or a good understanding of the sector.</li>
<li>IT Proficiency, ability to learn new software programs, basic Microsoft experience</li>
<li>Understanding and/or practical application of key legislation regarding social care, housing, criminal justice and mental health</li>
<li>Cultural awareness, Self-awareness, and ability to identify personal growth areas and take feedback</li>
<li>Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency</li>
</ul>
We are interviewing on an ongoing basis so this job role may close early. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages. &nbsp;As a note, Interviews are scheduled for week commencing 1st December.
Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
<h4>What we Offer</h4>
<ul>
<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>
<li>Employer Pension Contribution</li>
<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>
<li>Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more</li>
<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work</li>
<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>
<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>
<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>
<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>
<li>EDI Ambassador programme</li>
</ul>
<h4>About Social Interest Group (SIG)</h4>
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change.&nbsp;
We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets. Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be" target="_blank">Theory of Change</a>&nbsp;Further details can be found on our website here:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>.&nbsp;
<h4>Additional Information</h4>
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.&nbsp;
For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a>&nbsp;or call our central office on&nbsp;<a href="tel:02036689270" target="_blank">020 3668 9270</a>&nbsp;to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back.&nbsp;
<blockquote>
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.&nbsp;
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our&nbsp;<a href="https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/" target="_blank">website</a>.
</blockquote>

Support Coach

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



Job Title:&nbsp;Night Support Coach
Location:&nbsp;Havering, Close to Harold Wood Elizabeth Line station. Please note that this service does not have step free access.&nbsp;
Salary:&nbsp;£27,000
Shift Pattern:&nbsp;37.5 hours per week Monday to Sunday on a rota varying between 20:00 - 09:30 which includes 12.5 hour shifts with 1 hour unpaid break, approximately 3 shifts per week. You may need to be flexible on these hours as per service requirements.
<h4>About the Role</h4>
We have an exciting opportunity for a Support Coach to join our new Independent Approved Premises (IAP) covering the night shift on a rolling rota. You will play a key role in supporting our residents who have left prison and are based within a residential setting to reintegrate into the community. You will develop and engage with our residents to produce tailored support plans which support their individual needs in successful rehabilitation and reintegration within the community. You will identify their needs, goals and skills, and then support and motivate them to achieve their potential. The service holds a strong focus on public protection and effective risk management.
Key Responsibilities include:
<ul>
<li>Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of residents and participants at all times</li>
<li>Engaging with residents throughout the night, ensuring they are adhering to their license conditions. This may include planning activities to engage with them such as movie nights, games nights, and other activities applicable</li>
<li>Be a valued and reliable member of the team on the night shift, completing handovers for day colleagues for a seamless service</li>
<li>Building trusting professional relationships with residents, helping them to achieve their goals and aspirations which could be through tailored one to one sessions, group sessions, in and out of service activities, and general wellbeing check ins</li>
<li>Focusing on empowering our residents to take control over their lives and meet their personal goals</li>
</ul>
<h4>About You</h4>
We're looking for someone who has a true passion to help make a difference and contribute to providing safer communities for all. You will be comfortable working within the criminal justice setting, and supporting residents to have access to the tools and resources to better enhance their quality of life after their release from prison. You will have an understanding of criminal justice settings and will have the ability to build meaningful rapport with others who have multiple and complex needs and backgrounds. We look for adaptability, proactiveness, and confidence within your own skillset and ability to drive meaningful impact. We also look for:
<ul>
<li>Understanding of the housing and social needs of people with multiple and complex needs</li>
<li>Cultural awareness, Self-awareness, and ability to identify personal growth areas and take feedback</li>
<li>Ability to use IT systems to record case notes, email relevant people, and use other software required within the role</li>
<li>Ability and willingness to show flexibility of working patterns, responding to the needs of the service and residents</li>
<li>Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency</li>
</ul>
We are interviewing on an ongoing basis so this job role may close early. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages. As a note, Interviews are scheduled for week commencing 1st December.
Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
<h4>What we Offer</h4>
<ul>
<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>
<li>Employer Pension Contribution</li>
<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>
<li>Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more</li>
<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work</li>
<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>
<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>
<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>
<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>
<li>EDI Ambassador programme</li>
</ul>
<h4>About Social Interest Group (SIG)</h4>
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change.&nbsp;
We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets. Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be" target="_blank">Theory of Change</a>&nbsp;Further details can be found on our website here:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>.&nbsp;
<h4>Additional Information</h4>
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.&nbsp;
For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a>&nbsp;or call our central office on&nbsp;<a href="tel:02036689270" target="_blank">020 3668 9270</a>&nbsp;to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back.&nbsp;
<blockquote>
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.&nbsp;
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our&nbsp;<a href="https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/" target="_blank">website</a>.
</blockquote>

Night Support Coach

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To apply, please visit <a href="https://ats-haveringschools.jobsgopublic.com" target="_blank">https://ats-haveringschools.jobsgopublic.com</a> and submit your application by clicking the 'Apply Online' link below.



Crownfield Junior School
White Hart Lane, Collier Row, Romford, RM7 8JB
Tel:&nbsp;01708 747070
Executive Head Teacher:&nbsp;Mr C. Brown
Head Teacher
Salary:&nbsp;Leadership Scale L18 – L24a (starting point dependent on experience)
Contract:&nbsp;Permanent
Start: September 2026
The Executive Head teacher and Governing Body of The Learning and Achieving Federation are looking to appoint a Head Teacher to work under the overall direction of the Executive Head teacher and Governing Body.
Successful applicants must already have experience of a Head Teacher role and be able to provide the vision and strategic focus to enhance the education of all pupils in the school and across the federation.
Our hard-working and dedicated Headteacher will be retiring in July 2026, so the Executive Headteacher, governors, staff, and children are looking for an inspirational leader to continue building on everything that is great about our school
We are a popular 3-4 form entry junior school. The school is also part of The Learning and Achieving Federation with The Mawney Foundation School. The school is located in Collier Row, Romford, with convenient transport links to London.
What we can offer you:
<ul>
<li>Children who are polite, kind and respectful towards adults and each other.</li>
<li>Staff who are experienced, proactive and supportive. Together, we form a passionate team, with a common goal of ensuring the best possible outcomes and experiences for the children who attend the school.</li>
<li>A well designed, functional environment, which was expanded in 2020 to accommodate an additional form of entry.</li>
<li>A large, welcoming field and playground, ready to be developed further.</li>
<li>Over 30 different languages spoken by the children across the school.</li>
<li>A School Dog who works with pupils (and staff) at least 2 days a week.</li>
</ul>
When asked, the children chose the following top attributes for their new Head teacher:
<ul>
<li>Happy and friendly / Kind and caring</li>
<li>Firm but fair in managing behaviour and is consistent</li>
<li>Ensures our positive well-being</li>
<li>Sees the value in sport and the outside equipment</li>
<li>Visible around the school an joins in with children's games/learning</li>
<li>Plans for school trips and visitors to the school, linked to the curriculum we learn</li>
<li>Gives parents/carers opportunities to come into school to learn with us / see what we are learning about in class</li>
<li>Reward and recognise children who follow the rules.</li>
</ul>
When surveyed, the staff chose the following values as the most important to them for the new Head teacher:
<ul>
<li>Has integrity</li>
<li>Communicates a clear vision</li>
<li>Has high expectations</li>
<li>Gives acknowledgment</li>
<li>They encourage a good work like balance and considers the well-being of their staff</li>
<li>They create collaborative, inclusive learning environments</li>
<li>Is inspiring</li>
<li>Passionate about their work and shares their wisdom</li>
<li>They lead by example</li>
<li>They empower and develop staff and cultivate leadership skills.</li>
</ul>
You can find out more about our school on our federation website: <a href="http://www.learningandachievingfederation.co.uk/" target="_blank">www.learningandachievingfederation.co.uk</a>
Key Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>To be accountable to the Executive Head teacher and Governors;</li>
<li>The quality of the provision, progress and outcomes for the pupils of the school through robust monitoring, evaluation and reporting of these to the Executive Head teacher, governors and the leadership team;</li>
<li>The effective day to day management of the school;</li>
<li>The effective implementation and embedding of the agreed federation and school vision, principles and policies within and across the schools;</li>
</ul>
To contribute to:
<ul>
<li>The development of strategies for school readiness for KS2 and a positive transition into secondary education for children and parents;</li>
<li>Securing high quality aspirations, confidence, learning and progress for all pupils within the school and federation;</li>
<li>Further development of Crownfield Junior School as centre of excellence and innovation in learning and primary school provision;</li>
<li>Continued development of a rich partnership with families, the federation and community to build an aspirational learning community;</li>
<li>The vision and strategic direction of Crownfield Junior School and the federation, sharing and involving all relevant stakeholders;</li>
<li>The evaluation of pupil progress and outcomes and the quality of teaching and learning, and the consequent planning for rapid and continual improvement within the school;</li>
<li>The promotion of The Learning and Achieving Federation and the development of effective and productive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.</li>
</ul>
Please refer to the Job Description attached for a detailed list of roles and responsibilities.
When providing referee/reference details, please ensure one reference is from the current Chair of Governors, or CEO. The second reference must also be from a Local Authority, School Improvement Partner, or Trust Advisor.
Visits to the school are more than welcome.
Please contact the school on 01708 747070, so a convenient time can be arranged to meet with the Executive Head teacher, Mr Craige Brown.
Please apply online.
Closing Date:&nbsp; 20th January 2026 at 12:00pm
Interviews: Week beginning 26th &nbsp;January 2026

Head Teacher

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/2895/SPW_Primary_Candidate_Information_Pack.pdf" target="_blank">SPW_Primary_Candidate_Information_Pack</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/2896/SWB_Candidate_Information_Pack__2_.pdf" target="_blank">SWB_Candidate_Information_Pack__2_</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/2900/JD_Senior_Trust_Primary_Quality_of_Education_Lead___2_.pdf" target="_blank">JD_Senior_Trust_Primary_Quality_of_Education_Lead___2_</a></li>
</ul>

Please apply online. For technical difficulties, please contact the Support Team. For further information about the role, please contact the school directly.
Part Time | 0.4
We are seeking an exceptional and inspirational Senior Trust Primary Quality of Education Lead to work across Sir William Burrough Primary School and St Paul’s Way Primary School. This is a high-profile leadership position with the opportunity to shape teaching and learning across multiple schools.
The postholder will set the standard for outstanding Quality of Education leadership and will play a pivotal role in raising achievement, strengthening curriculum implementation and ensuring excellence in every classroom.
Key responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Lead, design and implement strategies to raise achievement and strengthen curriculum quality across our Primary schools</li>
<li>Conduct departmental and subject reviews to ensure high standards of teaching and learning</li>
<li>Provide expert coaching, mentoring and professional development for teachers and trainees</li>
<li>Lead subject-specific and curriculum-focused training aligned with Trust priorities</li>
<li>Build and sustain a strong network of curriculum leaders and teachers across the Trust</li>
<li>Monitor and evaluate the impact of curriculum and pedagogy initiatives</li>
<li>Work closely with Trust senior leaders to support strategic development and school improvement</li>
</ul>
We are looking for a candidate who:
<ul>
<li>Is an experienced and outstanding practitioner with a deep understanding of primary pedagogy and curriculum</li>
<li>Has a proven track record of raising standards and leading school improvement</li>
<li>Can inspire, coach and develop teachers at all stages of their career</li>
<li>Is committed to research-informed practice and continuous improvement</li>
<li>Thrives in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment</li>
<li>Believes passionately in the potential of all children and embodies the vision and values of UST</li>
</ul>
The University Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS Check.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.ust.london/policies/child-protection-safeguarding" target="_blank">https://www.ust.london/policies/child-protection-safeguarding</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.ust.london/policies/code-of-conduct" target="_blank">https://www.ust.london/policies/code-of-conduct</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;
In accordance with our Company Policies and KCSIE guidelines set out by the Department for Education, a background check will be carried out on your online digital presence. For this we use a third-party professional screening partner, SP Index (<a href="https://www.sp-index.com/" target="_blank">www.sp-index.com</a>), experienced in processing personal data for the purpose of such checks.&nbsp;&nbsp;
We reserve the right to commence or complete the recruitment process prior to the closing date.  &nbsp;&nbsp;
Closing date: 3rd December at 12 noon
Intervew date: 4th December 2025

Senior Trust Primary Quality of Education Lead

Medway Public Health are looking to recruit a Public Health, Education or Early Years professional who can lead the delivery of the Best Start in Life programme. You will be a dynamic leader who can build and motivate a new matrix managed team.You will be joining an established and highly productive public health team who understand the benefits of collaborative working across organisational boundaries and disciplines. The team have a ‘can do’ attitude and put the needs of children and their families frontmost. Importantly the team like working together and respect other’s expertise. Medway is moving towards a delivery model for the Best Start in Life programme that is building on the work of Start for Life and before that the SureStart programme. You will lead a team made up of direct employees, embedded workers from commissioned organisations and co-located partners. You will develop that multiagency team to provide holistic universal support for children and their families. You will guide the team to support children, their families and the workforce (in its widest sense) so that more than 75% of children achieve a good level of development at the end of Reception year.You will lead the team to operate as a virtual hub to deliver universal support for pre-school children. While you will not have one physical Family Hub to operate from you will work across all of Medway’s 4 Family Hubs, 9 wellbeing centres and various community settings. You, and the team, must be willing and able to travel round Medway on a time efficient way, ideally by driving with your own car.You will be in a small team of other senior managers who oversee sexual health, substance misuse, domestic abuse, workplace health, Health Visiting and School Nursing contracts, workforce development and other programmes that support the residents of Medway. You will have plenty of opportunity to work with them to take a life course approach to health.You will use your Public Health skills to ensure that the services provided reduce the chances of ill health among children. You will use your interpersonal skills to work effectively with partners from many different organisations. You will use your organisational skills to keep track of the budget and ensure the services provide value for money. You will use your leadership skills to develop, support and motivate the rest of your team. You will use your workforce development skills to support the wider workforce develop their skills to help improve school readiness.In the application form you will be asked to provide us with a Personal Statement of why you think you have the knowledge, skills and experience to really succeed at the role. It helps us make a decision about inviting you to interview if you provide examples that evidence the criteria outlined in the job description. We will be particularly looking for:<ul><li>Qualifications in integrated centre leadership, teaching or public health (in addition to the required relevant degree)</li><li>Knowledge of child development, public health prevention, Healthy Child Programme, factors leading to school readiness</li><li>Skills in building and managing a multidisciplinary team, community engagement, co-design/co-delivery and solving complex issues.</li><li>Experience of integrated and collaborative working across statutory and community sectors. Delivering SureStart, Start for Life or similar programmes</li></ul>If you would like more information and an informal chat about the role, please contact Steve Chevis on 07816 590544 / 01634 337265.Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. The salary you will be offered will be at level A. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C. When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached. The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview. Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A. Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. We are seeking a Senior Public Health Manager (best Start in Life Delivery) to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs. Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileFor further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Senior Public Health Manager (Best Start in Life Delivery) 

Medway Public Health are looking to recruit someone who can contribute to the development and implementation of the Child Health Programme in Medway, promoting and supporting the Children and Young Persons emotional health and wellbeing agenda in Medway, from a preventative and workforce development perspective.The Child Health Team are part of Medway Public Health Directorate. They are responsible for the delivery of the recommendations of the Healthy Child programme 5-19. The Programme sets out the good practice framework for prevention and early intervention services for children and young people aged five to 19 and recommends how health, education and other partners working together across a range of settings can significantly enhance a child’s or young person’s life chances.The Job Description will tell you about this exciting role. You will be joining an established and highly productive programmes team who understand the benefits of collaborative working across organisational boundaries and disciplines. You will be a key member of the Public Health team and have a critical role in supporting effective communication and stakeholder engagement between health, education and third sector organisations. You will use your excellent communication, negotiation, consultation and influencing skills to meet the needs of a wide range of audiences and stakeholders. Fostering strong relationships with members of professional networks and you will use your experience of collaboration to manage a range of projects that work to improve the health and wellbeing of children and young people. The projects span a wide range of settings both primary and secondary age and beyond.You will use your skills and experience of working with children and young people to develop educational resources, professionals training courses and health promotional materials for parents and carers. In the application form you will be asked to provide us with a Personal Statement of why you think you have the knowledge, skills and experience to really succeed at the role. It helps us make a decision about inviting you to interview if you provide examples that evidence the criteria outlined in the job description. We will be particularly looking out for knowledge and experience in the development and implementation of project plans, partnership and collaboration skills; experience of research, evaluation and report writing, evidence of improving health for children; partnership working across disciplines; evidence-based practice; and obviously extensive knowledge of children and young people’s health and wellbeing. If you would like more information and an informal chat about the role, please contact Jodie Miller – <a href="mailto:jodie.miller@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">jodie.miller@medway.gov.uk</a>The successful post holder will be subject to an enhanced Children DBS check. Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. The salary you will be offered will be at level A. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C. When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached. The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview. Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A. Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. We are seeking a Public Health Project Officer (Child Health) to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs. Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileFor further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Title: Head of Internal CommunicationsContract Type: Permanent, Full-Time (35 hours per week)Salary: £76,034 per annum to £84,208 per annum (London weighted salary) or £66,380 per annum to £74,105 per annum (Regional salary), dependant on experienceGrade: 12Reporting Office: Stratford, London or Trafford, Greater ManchesterPersona: Agile Worker: 20% - 40% of contractual hours to be worked from reporting office/working location (hybrid working)Closing Date: 15th December 2025 at 23:00Interview Date: Week commencing 12 January 2026Please click here for the role profile <a href="https://lqgroup.engageats.co.uk//ViewAttachment.aspx?enc=jmxpV+AcVus8i/wvT3FZXrrCOvCUGNWd9uca/tGZrAI3dMyH7+aRsXJPdz+CdVHA+jUsxzBnDgokPdFhtJ4aPLUfvYpm6SaJKfxHEpPpnAk4YwWZMs/NvJVBShecB3ry" target="_blank">Head of Internal Communications Role Profile.docx</a> <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">Benefits</a> include: Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">many more</a>…Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated. *Previous Applicants May Not Apply* - (if prior applications were regretted within 12 weeks) Join our Team at L&amp;Q:L&amp;Q is one of the UK’s largest housingassociations and providers of social and affordable homes. We house around250,000 people primarily across London, the south east and north west ofEngland. Our vision is thateveryone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a betterlife and we aim to provide homes and neighbourhoods everyone can be proud of.We want to do this by delivering safe, high-quality homes, services and supportto all residents. To help usachieve our aim we are seeking an experienced internal communicationsleader for this new role reporting into the Director, Group Communications. If this sounds like you, we would love for you to apply!Your impact in the role:The Head of Internal Communications will beresponsible for the strategic planning and delivery of all aspects of internalcommunications to support the L&amp;Q to create an engaged, values-led andstrategy-focussed culture which embraces transformation and change activity todeliver better ways of working. The successful candidate will demonstrate thepassion, drive and experience needed to lead effective and impactful internal communicationsacross a complex business model comprising 4,000 colleagues and a wide varietyof working personas. You will need to demonstrate a strong knowledge of internalcommunications strategies to support objectives from embedding values andculture, to improving engagement with corporate initiatives, and internalissues management. You should also have the ability to operate at a seniorlevel and at pace, bringing together individuals from across different teams withinCommunications and the wider business to support the delivery of strategic internalcommunications objectives. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead the creation and delivery of L&amp;Q’s internal communications plan, covering a range of activity to support L&amp;Q’s annual cycle of internal initiatives, as well as delivering colleague engagement with wider strategic planning priorities.</li><li>Design and deliver impactful communications channels and content which reflects the diversity of different colleague personas across the business, ensuring the whole workforce is effectively engaged.</li><li>Lead on campaigns to promote L&amp;Q’s values, behaviours and corporate strategy to colleagues, ensuring that our people and suppliers understand corporate priorities and their role in delivering these.</li><li>Own communications’ relationship with the HR directorate and work alongside wider teams as needed to deliver internal engagement activity supporting colleague-facing corporate priorities including, but not exclusive to our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion work, Transformation and Change, our wellbeing programme and Great Place to Work survey, plus L&amp;Q’s annual performance management process.</li><li>Provide advice and guidance as appropriate for Executive Group, Governance Groups and relevant senior leaders within L&amp;Q on the implementation of effective internal communications strategies, including those needed to manage risk.</li><li>Regularly evaluate the impact of internal communications and lead recommendations for improvement.</li><li>Lead, motivate and mentor L&amp;Q’s Internal Communications team, setting an example in encouraging all members of the team to work together in a way which delivers effective outcomes and is in line with L&amp;Q’s strategic objectives and values</li><li>Operate as part of the Communications’ Senior Leadership Team, taking responsibility for a coordinated and compliant approach to the delivery of communications services, and deputising for the Director – Group Communications where necessary.</li></ul>What you'll bring:<ul><li>Degree or Higher National Qualification, or extensive experience and proven track record, in a relevant area </li><li>Demonstrable experience of working at leadership level in a comparable, fast-paced communications environment </li><li>Proven track record of successfully managing internal communications for a large and complex organisation</li><li>Proven track record of leading campaigns to promote and embed values and behaviours</li><li>Demonstrable experience of leading change communications</li><li>Proven ability to assess risk and develop proactive and reactive internal communications to manage this</li><li>Evidence of well-developed written, interpersonal and organisational skills </li></ul>A Recruitment Advocate will join this recruitment process as a panel member. This is part of an internal scheme supporting our recruitment process to be fair, transparent and consistent, particularly at senior levels.If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email <a href="mailto:lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk</a>About L&amp;Q:We’re one of the UK’s leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people’s health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life.250,000 people call our properties ‘home’, and we’re proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England. At L&amp;Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/-/media/files/careers/behavioural-framework.pdf" target="_blank">values and behavioural framework</a>, which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&amp;Q.L&amp;Q strongly believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is important, and inclusion is part of our core values and everyday working practices. We make hiring decisions based on your experiences, skills and merits and we are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace. Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/about-landq/our-vision-and-values/ethics-and-diversity" target="_blank">here</a> to read more. At L&amp;Q, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK’s largest housing associations.Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq" target="_blank">here</a> to find out more about L&amp;Q and why you should join us!#TJ <ul></ul>

Head of Internal Communications

What will you be doing?Do you have a passion for partnership working? Would you like to help transform the capability of local authorities to respond effectively and consistently to incidents and emergencies?What do reservoir failures, Covid-19, high rise building fires, and national power outages have in common? Well, all of them require Local Resilience Forum partners to work together to prepare for, respond to, and support communities to recover from these and many other incidents – and you could play a significant role in making this happen.KCC’s Resilience &amp; Emergency Planning Service, in partnership with Kent Police, Kent Fire &amp; Rescue Service, and the other Category 1 responding agencies in the Kent &amp; Medway Resilience Forum (KMRF) resource and support the Kent Resilience Team. This multi-agency team support KMRF partners to deliver work that makes Kent &amp; Medway more resilient.We are looking for someone with proven experience of working in a public sector / emergency planning environment in order to swiftly begin to drive this exciting and challenging work. As one of the managers in the KRT, you will lead one of the four main workstreams (risk, plans &amp; capabilities, training &amp; exercising, lessons identified / learned). This will require you to have leadership capabilities to deliver work in partnership with the wider resilience forum.You will be confident navigating complex and high-risk statutory, legislative and governance frameworks. You will be used to working closely with senior colleagues across multiple services, understanding how decisions in one area impact others, and shaping work so it aligns with the statutory duties of KCC and wider partners. The KRT (KCC) Manager will lead and coordinate workstreams that operate across the whole resilience forum. You will provide clear direction and ensure that work progresses in a timely manner. A strong understanding of emergency planning legislation, relevant qualifications, and / or extensive experience in the resilience sector is essential. Experience working in a political environment is important. You will prepare, write and shape formal reports, presentations and papers for a variety of audiences, including KMRF governance boards, working groups, training courses, and exercises. You may also need to present to internal meetings of individual partners. Conversations will often be challenging, and there is a need to build consensus from an initial position of competing requirements. Given the countywide nature of the role, travel to sites across Kent will be required, engaging directly with communities, stakeholders, and partners to ensure that planning is grounded in operational reality and local context of the needs of partners and communities.You will also be comfortable with taking the lead at operational and tactical levels of incident response as part of the KCC Duty Emergency Planning Officer and KRT On Call Officer cohorts. You will be able to take appropriate, timely multi-agency decisions based on the information available to you at the time, to effectively prioritise tasks, and to confidently respond on behalf of KCC.We are seeking someone who is able to drive change in complex areas, bring clarity and structure to ambiguous situations, and build strong relationships across the organisation to support a whole-Council approach to strategic delivery while taking a hands-on approach to tackling legal and repetitional risks. You will have day-to-day line management and supervisory responsibilities for KRT / KCC staff. Whilst you and the rest of Kent Resilience Team will be based at Kent Fire &amp; Rescue HQ in Tovil, Maidstone, you will be able to take advantage of a hybrid working policy (both home and office working, according to business needs). There is a requirement to be in the office twice a week.You will also be closely linked to the wider KCC Resilience &amp; Emergency Planning Service based at the County Emergency Centre on the County Hall campus in Maidstone. This gives you access to colleagues with specialist knowledge of the local authority landscape.ApplicationAs part of your application, you will need to outline all your relevant experience in the ‘Reason for Applying’ section of your online application form. We will use this section as part of the shortlisting process, so make sure you have evidenced how you meet the various requirements in the job description and person specification.If you are shortlisted, we will ask you to deliver a presentation at your interview – we will confirm the subject of the presentation ahead of your interview date. Main duties and responsibilities:<ol><li>Participate effectively in KCC Infrastructure division Extended Leadership Team and other leadership forums, including providing specialist guidance and advice to internal services and influencing decision making and building customer relationships across KCC.</li></ol><ol><li>Co-lead with the KRT partners the development and delivery of the KMRF Business Plan, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations, and guidance ensuring changes in legislation and regulations are interpreted and implemented </li></ol><ol><li>Represent the KRT at local, regional, and national multi-agency / stakeholder meetings, leading / chairing working groups, providing KRF opinions and tactical advice to influence the cross-directorate and multi-agency decision making on behalf of KCC.</li></ol><ol><li>Lead and develop the provision of specialist, clear, consistent professional advice and guidance regarding KMRF workstreams, by interpreting policy / procedures and applying best practice to solve complex resilience queries for a wide range of customers across all KMRF partner organisations.</li></ol><ol><li>Lead, develop and build strong customer relationships with multi-agency groups and partners, influencing decision makers through the understanding of how resilience issues may impact their organisation.</li></ol><ol><li>Manage and lead workstreams, projects, and initiatives within the Kent Resilience Team to meet multi-agency organisational aims and objectives ensuring the commissioning of expertise of other functions within the multi-agency organisations.</li></ol><ol><li>Manage and ensure oversight of project portfolios from concept to handover, which will include the setting of project plans, finance, procurement, communicating progress to the Head of the Kent Resilience Team, KMRF governance boards, and the KCC Head of Resilience and Emergency Planning to ensure the mitigation of risks to the population of Kent &amp; Medway.</li></ol><ol><li>Lead and manage a team of professionally qualified staff, and those working towards qualification, developing and motivating them through day-to-day support and supervision.</li></ol><ol><li>Facilitate multi-agency debriefs to identify and learn lessons from responses, training, and exercises, to improve ways of working in the future.</li></ol><ol><li>Contribute to monitoring of budgets for the KRT as part of the KRT Management Team, ensuring that cost retrieval and other financial targets are achieved, and resources are used appropriately with consistent appraisal methods for expenditure. </li></ol><ol><li>Stimulate an environment for innovation, with opportunities to plan new interventions that will drive innovation, proactively embracing new ways of working. Continuously review current ways of working to identify improvements.</li></ol><ol><li>Participate in the KMRF’s and KCC’s response to incidents / emergencies, including contributing to command and control meetings, coordinating resources, and liaising with colleagues in KCC and wider KRF partner organisations (both in hours and out-of-hours), when required. </li><li>Support the development and delivery of multi-agency command training to KCC and wider KMRF partner agencies.</li></ol> This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification. About youIf you have any questions about this role, please contact Andy Jeffery (<a href="mailto:andy.jeffery@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">andy.jeffery@kent.gov.uk</a>), Head of Resilience &amp; Emergency Planning, who will line manage this role.About usWork that works for you and us - let's talk flexibility!KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply. 





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Resilience and Emergency Planning Manager

What will you be doing?KSK Senior Commissioner - Maternity Cover until March 2027 An exciting opportunity has arisen for someone to take on the role of a Senior Commissioner within KCC’s Integrated Commissioning team to cover maternity leave until March 2027. This is a full-time post. (Secondments will be considered for KCC staff with manager’s prior approval to be released).The successful candidate will become an integral part of the Integrated Commissioning management team, overseeing fast-paced commissioning activity across a wide variety of portfolios that support the Council’s ambitious Public Health agenda. The focus of this role is expected to include substance misuse, health and wellbeing and healthy lifestyles, with the final portfolio subject to the successful candidate’s experience. We are a friendly, supportive team, who are passionate about reducing health inequalities and improving the opportunities and outcomes for the residents of Kent. We commission a large range of services across the life course and strive to deliver continuous improvements in delivery for our communities.You will be responsible for managing and growing a team of Commissioners to ensure the development and implementation of commissioning activities through delivery of efficient processes including innovation and service development, procurement, commercial and contract management to support KCC’s Strategic Outcomes. You will be working in close partnership with our internal and external partners including those in Public Health, Adult and Children’s Social Care, NHS England, providers, other key stakeholders and co-commissioners. We are looking for someone who can demonstrate great communication skills and extensive commissioning experience, alongside a track-record of collaboration, financial acumen, project management know-how and strong prioritisation ability.This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service. This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.Interviews will take place during w/c 12 January and are expected to be in person. The interview may include additional testing. Candidates selected for interview will be required to undertake psychometric testing. We will not be reviewing CVs as part of the process so please include all relevant skills and experience in the ‘reason for application’ part of the application form. We reserve the right to close the advert early due to the high volume of applications.About youFor further information on the role, please email <a href="mailto:integratedteam@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">integratedteam@kent.gov.uk</a> and member of the team will respond accordingly.About usWork that works for you and us - let's talk flexibility!KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply. 





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Senior Commissioner

What will you be doing?Family Hubs are part of Kent County Council’s offer to support to children and young people, aged 11-19 (SEND 25) and their families.Our local Family Hubs offer a broad and integrated range of early help services for families, which include midwifery, health visiting, parenting support and activities for children and young people.We have 56 Family Hubs across Kent, where we operate alongside our partners to support local communities.An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the newly formed Family Hub team in Gravesham District. The successful candidate will operate as a Family Hub Practitioner within the Family Hub team in an agile fashion at a variety of outreach settings (including home visiting) within a district providing 1:1 and group support to children, young people and their families. The role will work closely with integrated children’s services team and with a range of multi-agency partners including schools, police, district council and community organisations to provide support for vulnerable children, young people and their families. The post will facilitate and support peer groups and be knowledgeable to support and encourage children young people and their families to take advantage of the Family Hub Digital and Virtual offer and other routes of advice and guidance. They will be able to provide expert guidance to families about baby and child development to enable parents to support their child as they grow and achieve in health and education outcomes. You will be expected to work flexibly across the 0-19.(25 SEN)The role requires you to operate a whole family approach in your practice and work around the times of the family. As such, this post will be expected to work flexibly including, on occasions, at evening and weekends, and will be co-ordinated by management as required. This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Interviews week commencing 19th January 2026About youFor more information on this role, please contact: Amanda Turner Family Hub District Manager for Gravesham <a href="mailto:amanda.turner@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">amanda.turner@kent.gov.uk</a>, 03000 411720About usWork that works for you and us - let's talk flexibility!KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply. 





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Family Hub Practitioner 11-19

Job DescriptionDiscover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities !&nbsp;We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.&nbsp;IntroductionAn exciting opportunity is available as part of the DfE Pathfinder project. We are seeking an experienced social worker to become a Senior Practitioner in one of the newly established Multi Agency Child Protection Teams.What’s the role ?This role will play a key part in the supporting the development of the team and is an exciting opportunity to influence social work practice on a local and national level. The successful candidate will be able to work effectively across the multi-agency partnership to ensure the safeguarding of children in Lewisham.The successful candidate will have recent experience of working in frontline operational safeguarding practice and a thorough knowledge of child protection and PLO/court processes and accompanying legislationThe Multi-Agency Child Protection Teams will be responsible for the following core areas of work:<ul> <li>Chair or attend all strategy discussions</li> <li>Co-work all s47 enquiries with Family Help</li> <li>Co-work all child protection cases with Family Help</li> <li>Chairing of child protection conferences</li> <li>Provide QA, consultation &amp; advice across all stages of child protection work</li> <li>Co-work all Public Law Outline cases</li> <li>Co-work early stages of care proceedings</li></ul>The successful candidate will have considerable experience of working in frontline operational safeguarding practice and a thorough knowledge of child protection and PLO/court processes and accompanying legislation. You will be experienced in building effective working relationships with key partner agencies such as health, education and the police.The RoleThe Senior Social Worker will sit within the Multi-Agency Child Protection Team and will have responsibilities in working alongside members of the Family Help service where there are concerns regarding significant harm to children.This is a crucial role which requires strong practice knowledge and experience, and a proactive approach to contribute to a positive team culture within a multi-agency staff group. The role will require you to work closely with other teams in children’s social care, developing and maintaining relationships with staff and our partner agencies.About YouThose applying for this post will need to have<ul> <li>Minimum 2 years post qualifying experience in frontline safeguarding practice</li> <li>Experience working with families in PLO and care proceedings</li> <li>Experience in supervising or developing less experienced staff</li></ul>The person applying must have a thorough technical knowledge of the requirements of Working Together 2023, the Pan London Child Protection Procedures and other relevant safeguarding statutory guidance.&nbsp; A track record of working within practice improvement and an in depth understanding of the Signs of Safety practice framework are essential.You will work alongside your team to promote and deliver the objective, that all children and young people in Lewisham are safe and reach their full potential.You will need to be a skilled and reflective practitioner with a clear vision of what good practice with children and families looks like.&nbsp; You will be able to make effective decisions regarding children’s safety and use your skills to support change and improvement.You will need to be a registered social worker and have recent proven frontline operational experience and be able to demonstrate your experience, skill, and ability to think strategically and embed the strategic objectives into operational practice. You will need to evidence reflective and creative practice.A child focused approach is essential, ensuring that the views of Lewisham children are central to developing and delivering services.Our Vision -&nbsp;What Good Children’s Social Work Looks Like in Lewisham&nbsp;In Lewisham Children’s Social Care, we know what good social work looks like and we are passionate about creating the right conditions and culture for good practice to thrive.<ul> <li>Families are respected and supported to stay together, whenever there is safety.</li> <li>Families will tell us they understand why we are involved.</li> <li>Children will tell us their social worker has made a difference to their lives.</li> <li>Children who are in our care know we care and we won’t give up on them.</li> <li>Young people who have been in our care feel confident about their future.</li></ul>Creating an Inclusive LewishamA core value of Lewisham Council is to 'draw on the diversity of our communities to create a more inclusive Lewisham'. We believe that freedom from discrimination and equality of opportunity are fundamental rights, and that each person should be valued regardless of race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, gender re-assignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, or age. Social inclusion lies at the heart of everything we do as a Council in our roles as an employer, a provider of services and a community leader.What’s in it for you ?Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:&nbsp;<ul> <li>Generous holiday allowance</li> <li>Local Government Pension scheme</li> <li>Flexible working and family friendly policies</li> <li>Season ticket and bicycle loans</li> <li>A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships</li> <li>Supportive staff networks</li></ul>What we’re looking forIf you want to work in a thriving borough and our social work vision connects with your professional values, then we are interested in hearing from you. We are looking for people to join our team who:<ul> <li>value the importance of communication and seeking feedback</li> <li>can inspire and motivate those they work with, manage and lead</li> <li>are committed to developing their skills and expertise to deliver an excellent service</li> <li>are professionally curious and value thinking slowly and calmly in a balanced way</li> <li>work inclusively, collaboratively with others recognising their strengths</li> <li>take responsibility and make a positive contribution by focusing on solutions</li> <li>are transparent, are appreciative in enquiry, reflect and learn.</li></ul>Location&nbsp;&nbsp;The job is primarily based in Laurence House, Catford, London, SE6 4RU but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.&nbsp;Special conditions&nbsp;<ul> <li>To apply for this post, you must have a degree in social work or equivalent qualification&nbsp;</li> <li>be registered with Social Work England&nbsp;</li> <li>The job is subject to an enhanced DBS check</li></ul>The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us" target="_blank">Applicant handbook</a>- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.&nbsp;&nbsp;For an informal discussion about the role and recruitment process, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:LewishamWorkforceDevelopmentGroup@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">LewishamWorkforceDevelopmentGroup@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;with your contact details and we will call you to discuss the role in more detail.&nbsp;Further informationLewisham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgroundsPlease click <a href="https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/SeniorSocialWorker261125" target="_blank">here</a> to view the Job Description and Person SpecificationSalary&nbsp;£50,175 - £52,269 per annum (SSW/ SCP 35 – 37)N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.Diversity&nbsp;Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a>&nbsp;The Council has a dedicated employment support service,&nbsp;<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. 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