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<h4> Job Description </h4>Overview The London Borough of Harrow is seeking a skilled individual to provide comprehensive administrative and financial support for Environmental Operations and Commercial Services. This role requires ensuring the use of best practices in delivering business support administration tasks, processes, procedures, and responsibilities. The successful candidate will work flexibly, utilising their skills, expertise, and knowledge to ensure effective and efficient service delivery. Compliance with the Council’s customer service standards and Harrow values is essential.If you are committed to excellence and have the necessary skills to support our Environmental Operations and Commercial Services, we encourage you to apply. About You The successful candidate will have: <ul><li>Excellent and working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. </li><li>Knowledge of working in a customer-focussed environment and the principles of providing excellent customer service. </li><li>Experience of working with a range of stakeholders.</li><li>Able to plan and prioritise own work with minimum supervision, dealing with conflicting demands, deadlines and adapting to changing circumstances as necessary.</li><li>Ability to investigate and respond effectively to minor customer complaints, judging appropriately when to escalate an issue to the Team Leader. </li><li>Excellent written and communication skills</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team</li><li>Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion</li></ul> Related Documents For more information, please refer to the <a href="https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=26147&amp;hashed=1992246769" target="_blank">Role Profile/Selection Criteria</a><h4>About us</h4> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.<h4>Other information</h4> Support for candidates visit:<a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&amp;categoryId=210277" target="_blank">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11" target="_blank">below G11</a> and <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11" target="_blank">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council" target="_blank"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a><h4>Important Note</h4> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice" target="_blank">equality statement</a>. As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration. 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, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting <a href="www.cifas.org.uk/fpn">www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a> 





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Harrow Council

Business Support Officer - Environment

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/7714/Pay_Scheme_01_04_2025_v2.pdf" target="_blank">Pay_Scheme_01_04_2025_v2</a></li>
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Woking Borough Council values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Please apply online via the link provided.
We have a new opportunity for a Repairs Surveyor to join our Housing Asset Team. As a Repairs Surveyor you will carry out surveys, property and disrepair inspections and oversea the delivery of sub-contracted repairs to ensure repairs are highlighted and completed in accordance with Woking Borough Councils standards and timeframes.
Reporting to our Housing Repairs Manager you will carry out surveys to properties within the Woking region including Damp and Mould inspections. You will be responsible for diagnosing the cause of complex faults and failures and post inspect works supporting Woking properties to ensure that high quality works are delivered within budget, on time safely and to a high standard whilst achieving and maintaining customer satisfaction KPI’s while ensuring value for money is achieved through the delivery of effective procurement and management of repairs.
The successful candidate will be customer focused, and have great customer service skills and the ability to work autonomously to improve our property standards. An experienced and highly knowledgeable repairs surveyor.
A full driver's licence and access to your own vehicle is essential for this role.
The Council offers in return a generous flexi time scheme with the ability to take two flexi days a month, membership of the local government pension scheme, discounted health and leisure membership, plus many more excellent benefits.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Woking Borough Council takes a robust approach to thoroughly checking anyone who has applied to work with vulnerable groups including children.
As this job involves contact with vulnerable groups, successful applicants will be required to obtain a Disclosure Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Assistance will be given by the Council and further details can be found in the job pack.
The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for this post.&nbsp; An assessment may be required. If you have any queries or would like to discuss this further, please contact the Human Resources team.
Closing Date: 21 October 2025 - 23:55pm
Interview dates: TBC

Housing Repairs Surveyor

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/7722/Candidate_Pack_-_People_Directorate_-_Sept_2025.pdf" target="_blank">Candidate_Pack_-_People_Directorate_-_Sept_2025</a></li>
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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



We have a great opportunity for a Social Worker to join our Family Safeguarding Team. This is a full time position being offered on a fixed term basis for 12 months maternity cover.
(Any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying.&nbsp; Search ‘secondment policy’ on the intranet for more information.)
To learn more about what it is like to work with us, take a look&nbsp;<a href="https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutu.be%2FSBqihNKEzBo&amp;data=05%7C02%7CKaren.Cawley%40bracknell-forest.gov.uk%7C85795aa8149a44ea7c1d08ddf208d2eb%7Cf54c93b70883478fbf3d56e09b7ca0b7%7C0%7C0%7C638932841905634818%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=HYuklqi1iWVc7MCH4rIErRDXCmQZP2Dg2Lg7gIe1jpg%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">at our team's video</a>.
If you would like an informal chat or a tour of the office prior to submitting your application, please contact <a href="mailto:helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a> to arrange a suitable time.
Salary: In addition to the salary there is a 4% retention payment after 1 years' service.
<h3>About you...</h3>
As a Social Worker in the Family Safeguarding Team you will be passionate about making a difference to children and families. With curiosity, empathy and determination you will build meaningful relationships, work collaboratively with partners, and help families find sustainable change.
You will bring your safeguarding skills and creativity to ensure every child is heard, valued, and protected.
You must have a current Social Work England registration and have successfully completed your ASYE.
<h3>About the team...</h3>
Our Family Safeguarding Team, located at Time Square in Bracknell, is a dynamic, supportive group of professionals dedicated to safeguarding children and empowering families.
We pride ourselves on strong teamwork, close partnership working and a culture of openness and reflection.
You willl find a friendly environment where your skills are valued, your wellbeing matters, and your professional development is supported.
You can read what our team have to say about working at Bracknell Forest via this link: <a href="https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bracknell-forest.gov.uk%2Fjobs%2Fchildrens-social-care-jobs&amp;data=05%7C02%7CKaren.Cawley%40bracknell-forest.gov.uk%7C85795aa8149a44ea7c1d08ddf208d2eb%7Cf54c93b70883478fbf3d56e09b7ca0b7%7C0%7C0%7C638932841905656934%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=RokSy0wLGtt88IXtxqVeYaklkjGlLUXYtmKBfKqvgwU%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Children's social care jobs | Bracknell Forest Council</a>&nbsp;
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
<ul>
<li>Develop and deliver safeguarding plans that place children’s safety and wellbeing at the centre.</li>
<li>Manage a varied caseload (CIN, CP, Care Proceedings, CLA) while maintaining accurate records in line with policy and GDPR.</li>
<li>Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team, contributing to service development and supporting colleagues.</li>
<li>Participate in the team duty system, responding promptly to safeguarding concerns.</li>
<li>Access to regular reflective supervision, training, and professional development opportunities to strengthen practice and achieve positive outcomes for children and families.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits...</h3>
<ul>
<li>28 days annual leave increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Paid employee volunteering scheme.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>Reimbursement of one annual professional subscription/registration</li>
<li>Reimbursement of Social Work England registration</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Candidates will be shortlisted on weekly basis and invited to interview on a mutually convenient date.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Maggie Mandecka, Team Manager, Family Safeguarding
Tel.: 01344 355335
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Bracknell Forest Council

Social Worker - Family Safeguarding (Maternity Cover - Fixed Term Contract 12 months)

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If you are caring, dependable and ready to contribute to a positive environment where everyone matters, we would love to hear from you.
<h3>About you…</h3>
Are you passionate about providing exceptional care and putting people first? We are looking for someone who is person-centred, enthusiastic and committed to delivering outstanding support to our guests.
At our core, we value a positive, can-do attitude. We believe in doing things the right way, giving you the time and support to truly make a difference.&nbsp;
<h3>About the team…</h3>
We want to help our most vulnerable guests to get their lives firmly back on track. It’s why our support workers have the time to get to know everyone they work with.&nbsp; And we do what we think should be done, not just what needs to be done. Put simply, we change lives for the better.
We are a small team who works closely together to make sure we are providing the best support to the individuals who use our service. Sometimes the work is challenging however there is also time for finding creative solutions and every day is different.
<h3>Key responsibilties...</h3>
To develop and support a wide range of interesting and socially inclusive activities for people using the service.
<ul>
<li>Implement the policies and procedures of the department and of the individual services/teams.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Ensure good communications within the whole Learning Disability service so that the service to individuals is coordinated and safe.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Participate in all appropriate internal/external training as identified and utilise the skills and knowledge gained to improve services to individuals.</li>
</ul>
The service operates seven days a week and you will be required to work shifts to meet the needs of the service, which includes evenings and weekends as and when shifts are available.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3>Our benefits …</h3>
<ul>
<li>An inclusive and social working environment.</li>
<li>Training opportunities available.</li>
<li>An attractive and competitive hourly rate.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date&nbsp;</h3>
Interviews will be held on 4th November 2025.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role.&nbsp; Please contact:
Sarah Faulkner -&nbsp;Provider Services Manager -&nbsp;01344 353333
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
No agencies please.

Relief Support Worker

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/7572/1281_Building_Maintenance_Officer_Job_Pack.docx" target="_blank">1281_Building_Maintenance_Officer_Job_Pack</a></li>
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Please apply online via the 'Apply online' button which will take you to the Applicant Tracking System ('ATS') where, once you have applied, you can log on to your account to view the status of your application.&nbsp;
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
Please contact Recruitment Services on 01784 444263 (24hr answer phone) or email <a href="mailto:recruitment@spelthorne.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@spelthorne.gov.uk</a> if you are having difficulty applying online.
Advert
Building Maintenance Officer
Salary £35,081 - £37,298 pa plus essential user car allowance
Full time 36 hours per week
This role is within the Asset Management Department, reporting to the Senior Building Manager.
Working in Building Services Team, you will be involved in the organisation, supervision and cost checking of planned and reactive maintenance work to Spelthorne Borough Council municipal and residential properties.&nbsp;
You will be providing the quality control services required in connection with Council’s strategic maintenance programme ensuring compliance to the correct specification, plus reporting and monitoring construction related key performance indicators.
You will need a comprehensive knowledge of construction from a trade background, be able to work on your own initiative and as part of a team and stay calm in an emergency. In addition, you should have experience of checking contractors’ compliance to construction regulations and quality of workmanship especially adherence to health and safety legislation.
You will need a vehicle, and you must have a valid driving licence&nbsp;for the type of vehicle you are driving.
You will preferably have good management skills, be confident and adaptable, be able to communicate well in person and in writing and be competent in Word and Excel.&nbsp;
What we’re looking for from you
<ul>
<li>A proven track record working in a varied, hands on, property maintenance role. You should be experienced in delivering a superior service to all stakeholders across the business. You must have excellent attention to detail, be able to prioritise and manage your workload and be comfortable working alone or as part of a team.</li>
<li>Drive, enthusiasm, flexibility and an ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication skills are also a necessity.</li>
</ul>
For an informal chat about this post please contact Alfred Osawe on 01784 446 280 or email: <a href="mailto:A.Osawe@spelthorne.gov.uk" target="_blank">A.Osawe@spelthorne.gov.uk</a>
This post is identified as a hybrid post supporting both office and home working in line with Spelthorne Borough Council’s policy. The post holder will be required to attend the office in line with a rota and any service requirements.
Spelthorne Borough Council use the Microsoft Authenticator app as a secure way of accessing our network.&nbsp; Successful candidates will be required to use their own mobile device to download and use Authenticator.
In return, we can offer excellent conditions of service with a benefits’ package that includes flexible working hours, pension scheme and at least 23 days’ paid leave per year (pro rata for part time).&nbsp;
Closing date: Friday 31 October 2025 (noon)
Interview date: Week commencing 17 November 2025
To apply please use the ‘apply online’ button below.
CVs can only be accepted in support of a completed application form.
Unfortunately, we are unable to reply to all candidates.&nbsp; If we have not contacted, you within 3 weeks of the closing date then your application has been unsuccessful.
All shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email after the closing date.
Working towards equal opportunities

Strictly No Agencies

Spelthorne Borough Council

Building Maintenance Officer

Vac DescriptionThis role is part of the Traveller Education Service within the Inclusion Service at Cognus. The Secondary Education and Family Liaison Coordinator will be responsible for the provision of 1:1 learning support and inclusion of vulnerable pupils with Traveller ethnicity.We are looking for a professional who has experience of working in education settings, ideally at secondary level, and who is passionate about the inclusion of children and young people in education and society. An individual that enjoys a varied workload, is organised, creative, flexible and has excellent people skills. Importantly, they will bring energy and enthusiasm and inspire those they support, building positive relationships, especially with young people.This is a peripatetic role so the post holder must be willing and able to travel daily to multiple schools within both the London Borough of Sutton and the London Borough of Merton to provide support to Gypsy, Roma and Traveller children and young people.&nbsp;For more information and to apply, click <a href="https://www.cognus.org.uk/work-with-us/current-vacancies/" target="_blank">here</a>About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateThis role is part of the Traveller Education Service within the Inclusion Service at Cognus. The Secondary Education and Family Liaison Coordinator will be responsible for the provision of 1:1 learning support and inclusion of vulnerable pupils with Traveller ethnicity.We are looking for a professional who has experience of working in education settings, ideally at secondary level, and who is passionate about the inclusion of children and young people in education and society. An individual that enjoys a varied workload, is organised, creative, flexible and has excellent people skills. Importantly, they will bring energy and enthusiasm and inspire those they support, building positive relationships, especially with young people.This is a peripatetic role so the post holder must be willing and able to travel daily to multiple schools within both the London Borough of Sutton and the London Borough of Merton to provide support to Gypsy, Roma and Traveller children and young people.&nbsp;For more information and to apply, click <a href="https://www.cognus.org.uk/work-with-us/current-vacancies/" target="_blank">here</a>





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London Borough of Sutton

Secondary Education and Family Liaison Officer

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/7513/Candidate_Pack_-_People_Directorate_-_Sept_2025.pdf" target="_blank">Candidate_Pack_-_People_Directorate_-_Sept_2025</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/7515/CPC_Chair___Independent_Reviewing_Officer_JD_PS_Sept25.pdf" target="_blank">CPC_Chair___Independent_Reviewing_Officer_JD_PS_Sept25</a></li>
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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



We have a great opportunity for a Child Protection Conference Chair and Independent Reviewing Officer on a full time, permanent basis.&nbsp;
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
<h3>About you...</h3>
As a Child Protection Conference Chair and Independent Reviewing Officer, you will be a dynamic and passionate person committed to improving outcomes for vulnerable children. This is your chance to join us at Bracknell Forest Council where your experience will help us shape how we do things to improve the well-being of our children.
You will be Social Work England registered with management experience in Children's Social Care.
<h3>About the team...</h3>
We are a small team that works closely together, with a clear focus on meeting our statutory responsibilities. We make sure our practice is rooted in key guidance like the BF Child Protection Procedures, Working Together to Safeguard Children, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and the IRO Handbook. By staying aligned with these frameworks, we aim to support the best possible outcomes for children on child protection plans and those in care.
We maintain high aspirations for all our children, developing strong partnership working to ensure our children are safe within their families and achieving their full potential in stable care arrangements. We offer high support to families holistically and high challenge to achieve this.
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
<ul>
<li>Quality assuring the care planning arrangements for each child, ensuring their wishes and feelings fully contribute to the planning for them and in line with the statutory guidance for Independent Reviewing Officers.</li>
<li>Chairing of child protection conferences and related quality assurance activity in line with child protection procedures and ensuring the voice of the child is central to the safeguarding arrangements for them.</li>
<li>Contribute to service and directorate wide quality assurance activity to support learning and development across the workforce.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits...</h3>
<ul>
<li>28 days annual leave increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Paid employee volunteering scheme.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>Reimbursement of Social Work England registration.</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Interviews will be held on 27th and 28th October 2025.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Sadia Hanif, Conference and Review Team Manager &nbsp;
Tel: 01344 351289
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Child Protection Conference  Chair and Independent Reviewing Officer

About the BoroughThe London Borough of Sutton is situated less than 30 minutes by train from Central London, with direct connections to London Victoria and London Bridge. Found in zone 5 with good transport links in and out of London, Sutton boasts award winning parks and open spaces, low crime rates, affordable housing and great schools. As well as high levels of resident engagement and satisfaction, providing quality services and success in addressing our financial challenges, whilst involving residents in key issues and high street changes.Sutton is continuously investing in the health, wellbeing and education of our residents and the future generation, as set out in the “Ambitious for Sutton” corporate plan. We are home to the Royal Marsden Hospital and the Institute of Cancer Research. Together with the development of the London Cancer Hub, Sutton will be the world’s leading life-science district, specialising in cancer research and treatment. Our vision will create around 13,000 jobs while contributing £1.2bn to the UK economy each year, a vibrant community of scientists, doctors and innovative companies intended to deliver real benefits for cancer patients and drive economic growth. With the regeneration of the local areas with new homes and schools, Sutton is passionate about working closely with our residents and vulnerable groups to help them maintain their independence and create a balance between support and independent living.The Council is seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment. As we strive to improve our services and spaces for our residents as set out in the ‘Ambitious for Sutton’ corporate plan, Sutton aims to shape the future of the borough and adapt to the needs of its residents to make our Borough a great place to live, work and raise a family.About the Service and TeamWe are in the midst of a significant transformation in Children's Social Care, driven by the growing demand for our services. Our focus is on implementing comprehensive changes to elevate the quality of care provided to children and families, while also fostering positive and supportive work environments for our staff. Through strategic recruitment of new leaders and experienced managers, we are infusing innovative ideas and driving meaningful changes throughout our service delivery. Our ultimate aim is to establish ourselves as a leading authority in children's social care, committed to delivering exceptional support that positively impacts the well-being of our community and provides an inclusive, diverse and stable workforce.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateChildren's Social Care has initiated a transformative journey to address the increasing demand for our services and to enhance our Fostering service. At Sutton, our objective is to ensure the safety, well-being, and development of children and young people requiring support or protection.This role is eligible for our Recruitment and Retention Bonus, subject to payscale<ul><li>£1000 Welcome Bonus in your first month's salary</li><li>£1000 Retention Bonus for your 1st completed year in service</li><li>£2000 Retention Bonus for your 2nd completed year in service</li><li>£3000 Retention Bonus for your 3rd completed year in service, and every year thereafter</li></ul>We have an exciting opportunity to join us as a Team Manager for the Fostering Team within Children Social Care. Reporting to the Service Manager, you will oversee the operations and management of the team of professional and experienced Senior Practitioners, and Social Workers to provide high quality supervision, support, and training to foster carers and their families to enable them to provide the best possible trauma informed care to our children and young people.You will be expected to develop and motivate your team to fulfil the changing demands of the service through high quality social work supervision and compliance with the statutory requirements for Fostering, as well as having an interest and the capacity to contribute to the recruitment and retention of foster carers and service development. An understanding of children in care, foster carers and their families is essential to this role.The team collaborates with external partners, including local authorities, child welfare organisations, healthcare professionals, and educational institutions, to coordinate support services and ensure comprehensive care for children and families. We invite applications from driven individuals with substantial supervisory experience to manage and lead a team of social care professionals. You will be an integral part of the Sutton Fostering Service; self-motivated, energetic, and confident, with a can-do and positive attitude.This role presents an excellent opportunity for seasoned professionals such as experienced Team Managers or Deputy Team Managers seeking more responsibility based on significant experience in their current role. It's also ideal for experienced&nbsp; Managers looking to embark on a new journey and share their wealth of knowledge and expertise with our service, while effectively delivering against our statutory objectives.Whether you’re already experienced or aiming for promotion,&nbsp; you will receive robust support through coaching, mentoring, and leadership from the Service Manager and Head of Service and our friendly and knowledgeable team of social care professionals. We're committed to ensuring that you're well-equipped to succeed in your new role and make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve.We would expect candidates to fulfil the competencies including (but not limited to):&nbsp;<ul><li>Relevant professional qualification and registration required.&nbsp;</li><li>A minimum of 3 years post qualification with extensive, sophisticated and up to date working knowledge of relevant national and local policies, statutory guidance and legislation in relation to the provision of Health and Social Care services.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience of Project Management in the Fostering field including developing recruitment strategies.</li><li>Familiar with Social Media Platforms required to promote fostering and increase visibility locally and across neighbouring boroughs.&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to contribute to and provide professional leadership of organisational change and development and address performance management issues that arise.&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to communicate effectively in challenging situations to a wide range of audience in different contexts.&nbsp;</li></ul>For more information about the role and/or an informal conversation, view the role profile or contact&nbsp; Geeta Rath , Service Manager for Fostering on geeta.rath<a href="mailto:michael.taylor@sutton.gov.uk" target="_blank">@sutton.gov.uk</a>Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include:<ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement of 26-31 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade&nbsp;</li><li>Enhanced Maternity, paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave</li><li>Two volunteering days per year</li><li>Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme (dependent on the role)&nbsp;</li><li>Adjustable and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks</li><li>Learning and development portal offering a range of courses</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Confidential health &amp; wellbeing and counselling support</li></ul>Application ProcessApply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application and check your CV details have been uploaded correctly in the relevant sections.We understand and recognise the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace and are embracing AI where appropriate, to boost our productivity and streamline how we deliver our Council services efficiently; to provide the best possible outcomes for our residents and communities.&nbsp; However, we reserve the right to reject applications where it is apparent that AI-generated content has been used in isolation and without personalised responses. At Sutton we value authenticity and are looking for individuals who can clearly demonstrate their own skills, experience and motivation for the role that they are applying for and embrace and demonstrate our PRIDE values. Here at Sutton we have core values of Transparency and this is to be demonstrated during the application process and completion of the supporting statement and will be further tested at interview and selection stage for those who progress forward.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;As part of our award winning Diversity Programme we anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. We encourage our interview panels to be as diverse as possible (age, cultural, neurodiverse etc.) to reduce bias where possible. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are in the process of updating our payscales in line with the pay award for NJC, Chief Officers and Chief Executives for April 2025 therefore please take this into account when viewing the salary on this position.We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups.To support our workers and their families we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.We are also proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer all our employees are guaranteed the London Living Wage regardless of their length or type of contract.The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance. Sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.





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This is an exciting opportunity for an early career data analyst to join the Public Health Intelligence Team as a Health Care Intelligence Specialist Apprentice, where you will develop your skills and knowledge alongside completing the Health and Care Intelligence Specialist Level 7 apprenticeship.&nbsp; &nbsp;
The role is offered on a fixed term/secondment basis for 36 months, working full time over 5 days, within which you will be allocated 20% as protected time for your apprenticeship.&nbsp;
You will work on a range of data and intelligence projects that support population health management. This may include bringing together data from health, social care and wider determinants of health. There may also be opportunity to work across projects with health intelligence teams across the East Berkshire footprint.
<h3>About you...</h3>
This role provides on-the-job training for junior analysts who would like to progress their career into more senior posts. You will have a desire to learn new skills through the level 7 apprenticeship, have the ability to complete intensive, modular learning and be practically minded, translating that learning into opportunities in the workplace.
You will need to be educated to degree level in a relevant subject – see below - with a core numerical component and/or equivalent level of experience and training from working within a relevant role.
As the role is funded by the NHS, to be eligible to apply for this post you are required to have achieved one of the following:
<ul>
<li>Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) undergraduate degree&nbsp;</li>
<li>Social Sciences (e.g. Psychology, Geography, Economics, Accounting) undergraduate degree with research methods and/or statistics and quantitative degree modules, and an undergraduate dissertation with a research or data analysis component&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Level 4 or higher qualification in STEM or a related field that includes substantial mathematical content (e.g., Higher National Certificate/Diploma in Computing, Engineering, or Science)&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Professional registration with FEDIP through the Association of Healthcare Analysts (AphA) at Practitioner or Senior Practitioner level&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Equivalent analytical work experience (e.g. Band 6 or Band 7 data/senior analyst or similar role&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
You will have excellent numerical and analytical skills, with attention to detail so you can work with partners to understand problems which data is needed to solve, and provide insight through written reports and presentations
You must be available to commence employment and the apprenticeship programme on or before 19th December 2025.
<h3>About the team...</h3>
Working in Public Health at Bracknell Forest Council means being part of a friendly and dynamic team that values flexibility in working styles. We have a clear vision that Bracknell Forest is one of the healthiest places FOR ALL to live, work, study and play.
The team benefits from collaborative leadership and fosters good relationships across the organisation and wider system to really affect change. We are a small but energetic team that thrives on mutual support and effective teamwork.
As part of a national cohort of five apprentices, your learning will be delivered remotely, and you will bring that learning into the workplace, providing innovative solutions for analytical tasks. You will be supported with work-based tasks to help you achieve the knowledge, skills and behaviours being assessed.
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
Understanding, defining and delivering analysis for many subject areas. Helping organisations to understand their data and collaborating with teams from across Bracknell Forest and Berkshire to improve health delivery and resident outcomes.
Focussing on analysing health and care data to improve public health outcomes, support policy making, and enhance the efficiency of healthcare services.
Working with large datasets, collaborating with other local government departments and NHS services, and ensuring compliance with public health regulations.
The Level 7 Health &amp; Care Intelligence Specialist Apprenticeship
This 36-month apprenticeship includes a taught element (1 day/ week) alongside on the job training and development.
Further details of the taught elements can be found here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jga-group.com/health-care-intelligence-specialist-apprenticeship-level-7/" target="_blank">Health &amp; Care Intelligence Specialist Apprenticeship Level 7 - JGA - Developing Futures (jga-group.com)</a>
An overview of the apprenticeship can be found here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/health-and-care-intelligence-specialist-v1-0" target="_blank">Health and care intelligence specialist / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education</a>
<h3>Our benefits...</h3>
<ul>
<li>28 days annual leave increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Paid employee volunteering scheme.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>Reimbursement of one annual professional subscription/registration.</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values...</h3>
core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Interviews will be held on Thursday 30th October 2025&nbsp;
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
Please note: any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying. Search ‘secondment policy’ on the intranet for more information.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Louise Duffy, Public Health Principal
Tel.: 01344 355184 / 07920834899
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
To qualify for apprenticeship funding, you must have been a UK resident for 3 years or more (not wholly for the purposes of education).
We can only accept applications from candidates who have been resident in the UK for the last 3 years due to funding regulations.
No agencies please.

Health and Care Intelligence Specialist Level 7 Apprenticeship (FTC 36 months)

About the BoroughThe London Borough of Sutton is situated less than 30 minutes by train from Central London, with direct connections to London Victoria and London Bridge. Found in zone 5 with good transport links in and out of London, Sutton boasts award winning parks and open spaces, low crime rates, affordable housing and great schools. As well as high levels of resident engagement and satisfaction, providing quality services and success in addressing our financial challenges, whilst involving residents in key issues and high street changes.Sutton is continuously investing in the health, wellbeing and education of our residents and the future generation, as set out in the “Ambitious for Sutton” corporate plan. We are home to the Royal Marsden Hospital and the Institute of Cancer Research. Together with the development of the London Cancer Hub, Sutton will be the world’s leading life-science district, specialising in cancer research and treatment. Our vision will create around 13,000 jobs while contributing £1.2bn to the UK economy each year, a vibrant community of scientists, doctors and innovative companies intended to deliver real benefits for cancer patients and drive economic growth. With the regeneration of the local areas with new homes and schools, Sutton is passionate about working closely with our residents and vulnerable groups to help them maintain their independence and create a balance between support and independent living.The Council is seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment. As we strive to improve our services and spaces for our residents as set out in the ‘Ambitious for Sutton’ corporate plan, Sutton aims to shape the future of the borough and adapt to the needs of its residents to make our Borough a great place to live, work and raise a family.About the Service and TeamGuided by the Team Manager and Principal Occupational Therapist, the new Occupational Therapy Hub in Sutton unifies Occupational Therapy and Sensory services within social care. The Hub will provide professional leadership and support for practitioners, while offering career development opportunities, including apprenticeships and a unique Preceptorship for new or returning therapists. Sutton is proud to be one of the only London boroughs to have launched an Occupational Therapy Preceptorship, to support and develop people who are newly qualified or returning to practice. The Hub focuses on strength-based assessments to enhance independence and well-being, covering a wide range of support from reablement, assessments for disabled facilities grant, optimal care, to housing needs assessments, making it a comprehensive service for the community.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateJoin Adult Social Care as a Occupational Therapist and receive a Welcome Bonus of £1000 paid in your first month's salary and a Retention Bonus of £1000 for every complete year in service (*subject to pay grade). With a total package up to £51,083 including bonuses and benefits, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in social care.This opportunity is available on a fixed term contract until September 2026.Occupational Therapists within Adult First Contact Service (AFCS) are responsible for:<ul><li>Screening and prioritising&nbsp; referrals that are received through the Contact Centre, working proactively to address immediate Occupational Therapy and social care needs with the aim of preventing longer term needs.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Carrying a small caseload of priority cases, consisting of residents who will benefit from short term preventative Occupational Therapy interventions. This can include addressing moving and handling, equipment and adaptation needs.</li></ul>The post holder will carry out strengths based comprehensive, specialist assessments and make recommendations to prevent, reduce and delay the need for ongoing social care. This aim is to enable people to be safe, maximise their independence and support them to achieve their desired outcomes. The post holder will make recommendations for major and minor adaptations and prescribe assistive equipment. They will risk assess and make recommendations for moving and handling needs. Sutton has embraced hybrid working and, although you will be required to work face to face with residents, there will also be ample opportunities to work remotely.&nbsp;Our Occupational Therapists take a person-centred approach whilst working within a multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will demonstrate the following competencies:The successful candidate will have:<ul><li>Degree or an equivalent qualification in Occupational Therapy, registered with HCPC</li><li>Experience of Occupational Therapy (minimum 2 years) including major adaptations and complex moving and handling</li><li>Experience of working with Adults and/or Children Social Care services, within a multidisciplinary team.</li><li>Have up to date knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance in relation to working with and safeguarding vulnerable adults and children in social care.</li></ul>Learning and development is supported by the Team Manager, Principal Occupational Therapist and Learning and Development Team. We aim to provide robust supervision and mentoring and encourage reflective practice to identify areas of improvement. As a Borough, we are committed to building a workforce that is empowered with knowledge to work autonomously and provide the valuable care service to the residents of our community. We want you to be a part of our journey.Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include:<ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement of 26-31 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade&nbsp;</li><li>Enhanced Maternity, paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave</li><li>Two volunteering days per year</li><li>Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme (dependent on the role)&nbsp;</li><li>Adjustable and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks</li><li>Learning and development portal offering a range of courses</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Confidential health &amp; wellbeing and counselling support</li></ul>Application ProcessApply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application and check your CV details have been uploaded correctly in the relevant sections.We understand and recognise the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace and are embracing AI where appropriate, to boost our productivity and streamline how we deliver our Council services efficiently; to provide the best possible outcomes for our residents and communities.&nbsp; However, we reserve the right to reject applications where it is apparent that AI-generated content has been used in isolation and without personalised responses. At Sutton we value authenticity and are looking for individuals who can clearly demonstrate their own skills, experience and motivation for the role that they are applying for and embrace and demonstrate our PRIDE values. Here at Sutton we have core values of Transparency and this is to be demonstrated during the application process and completion of the supporting statement and will be further tested at interview and selection stage for those who progress forward.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;As part of our award winning Diversity Programme we anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. We encourage our interview panels to be as diverse as possible (age, cultural, neurodiverse etc.) to reduce bias where possible. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are in the process of updating our payscales in line with the pay award for NJC, Chief Officers and Chief Executives for April 2025 therefore please take this into account when viewing the salary on this position.We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups.To support our workers and their families we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.We are also proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer all our employees are guaranteed the London Living Wage regardless of their length or type of contract.The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance. Sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.





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Occupational Therapist - Adults First Contact Service

About the BoroughFound in zone 6 with good transport links in and out of London, Kingston is a vibrant and diverse university town which creates the rich sense of community shared across the borough and its Residents. Kingston boasts an idyllic riverside location, good shopping and great restaurants, as well as a mix of modern and historic town centre. Kingston has lots of open parklands and cycle routes that help connect the district town centres into an enjoyable place to live and work.We are passionate about working closely with our residents and vulnerable groups to help them maintain their independence and create a balance between support and independent living.About the Service and TeamThis is an exciting time to be joining the&nbsp; Community Housing Service in Kingston. We have&nbsp; recently restructured all services with a renewed focus on managing our housing challenges particularly around prevention and temporary accommodation and we are seeking highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals who want to get the very best of outcomes for residents of the Borough.&nbsp; You will be joining a busy and hardworking team during a time of transformational change where every day offers an opportunity to make a positive difference.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateAbout the Role and Our Ideal Candidate&nbsp;&nbsp;You will be the frontline professional delivering a first class, modern and flexible service to some of the most vulnerable people in the Borough. You will fulfil the council’s statutory housing and homelessness assessment and decision making function, with particular focus on preventing homelessness. &nbsp;Candidates are normally appointed to the first point of the grade and will progress through the grade range with an annual increase (to the maximum point). Exceptionally, appointments may be made above the first point of the grade, for example if you have significant experience of delivering statutory homelessness services.&nbsp;About You&nbsp;We are looking for someone with housing knowledge, especially the Housing Act 1996 and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, plus an understanding of the importance of homelessness prevention within social and welfare needs of households. Previous experience is welcomed, however we are looking for candidates that demonstrate an understanding of the needs of households when assessing and determining the statutory duties involved with homeless applications, as well as an ability to understand and comprehend sometimes complex situations.Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include:<ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement of 25-32 days, plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade.</li><li>Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li><li>Hybrid working (dependent on the role)</li><li>Flexible and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks</li><li>Learning and development portal offering a range of courses</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Confidential health &amp; wellbeing and counselling support</li></ul>Application ProcessApply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application and check your CV details have been uploaded correctly in the relevant sections.We understand and recognise the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace and are embracing AI where appropriate, to boost our productivity and streamline how we deliver our Council services efficiently; to provide the best possible outcomes for our residents and communities.&nbsp; However, we reserve the right to reject applications where it is apparent that AI-generated content has been used in isolation and without personalised responses. At Kingston&nbsp;we value authenticity and are looking for individuals who can clearly demonstrate their own skills, experience and motivation for the role that they are applying for and embrace and demonstrate our STAR&nbsp;values. Here at Kingston&nbsp;we have core values of Transparency and this is to be demonstrated during the application process and completion of the supporting statement and will be further tested at interview and selection stage for those who progress forward.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;As part of our award winning Diversity Programme we anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. We encourage our interview panels to be as diverse as possible (age, cultural, neurodiverse etc.) to reduce bias where possible. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are in the process of updating our payscales in line with the pay award for NJC, Chief Officers and Chief Executives for April 2025 therefore please take this into account when viewing the salary on this position.We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups.To support our workers and their families we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.We are also proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer all our employees are guaranteed the London Living Wage regardless of their length or type of contract.The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance. Sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.





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Housing Solutions Officer

This is a zero-hours contract position, providing cover for staff absence due to holiday or sickness. Hours will be offered on an as-needed basis.We’re looking for a passionate and customer-focused Barista to join our coffee bar team. In this role, you’ll help deliver a high-quality and responsive retail service to all centre users, visitors, and employees. You’ll be at the heart of creating a welcoming environment, serving delicious drinks and food with enthusiasm and care. Whether it’s preparing a perfect espresso or keeping the coffee bar clean and well-stocked, you’ll play a key part in ensuring every customer enjoys a great experience.What you'll doOn a day-to-day basis, you’ll prepare and serve a range of hot and cold beverages, including espresso drinks, teas, and blended coffees. You’ll also serve light food items such as muffins, paninis, and bagels, and ensure the coffee bar area is clean, organised, and compliant with food hygiene standards. You’ll take customer orders, process payments, restock supplies, and help set up product displays. You’ll be responsible for maintaining equipment, checking temperatures, and supporting health and safety practices in line with Peabody’s policies. You may also be asked to take on roles such as Fire Warden or First Aider.What you'll need<ul><li>Previous experience in a coffee bar, restaurant, or kitchen environment</li><li>A Level 2 food hygiene certificate or above (desirable)</li><li>A passion for great food and drink, and delivering excellent customer service</li><li>A positive, team-oriented attitude with a willingness to learn</li><li>Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain a clean and safe working environment</li></ul>Why Join Us?When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values, Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.What We Offer <ul><li>Meals and drinks on duty</li><li>Uniform </li><li>Flexible working</li><li>Up to 20 days annual leave (dependant on hours worked)</li><li>Access to a discount portal </li><li>Family friendly policies</li><li>The opportunity to broaden your skills and enhance your professional development by undertaking a level 2 or 3 qualification in food hygiene or supervision.</li></ul>If this sounds like we are right for you and you’d love to be part of Peabody, we’d like to hear from you. Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.If you have any questions about this role, please email Talent Specialist, Chloe Singleton at <a href="mailto:chloe.singleton@peabody.org.uk" target="_blank">chloe.singleton@peabody.org.uk</a>Interviews will be taking place Thursday 23rd October We may close this advert before the advertised closing date, depending on the number of applications received. PLEASE NOTE: As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer.





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Barista

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Woking Borough Council values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Please apply online via the link provided.
We are transforming our services at Woking and are recruiting for several new exciting and challenging roles in our Housing Assets Team. We are seeking motivated and flexible candidates who can achieve high standards to support the delivery of front-line services and to improve our homes whilst ensuring we are able to meet the requirements of the regulatory standards.
Working within the Repairs section of the Housing Assets Team you will have a high level of involvement in managing the day-to-day aspects of our Repairs Contract and will be dealing with a variety of enquires from our residents and contractors.
You will be actively engaged with our main Repairs Contractor, Mountjoy Ltd who are collocated with us in the Civic offices.
This role will require excellent communication, orgnisational and time management skills as you will be on highly influential in delivering the very best service possible for our residents.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
The successful applicant will be required to obtain a Basic Disclosure Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The Council will offer assistance and further details will be in the job application pack.
The Council offers in return 23 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays a generous flexi time scheme with the ability to take two flexi days a month, membership of the local government pension scheme, discounted health and leisure membership, plus many more excellent benefits.
For an informal discussion please contact Pauline Graham, Housing Repairs Manager on 01483743289.
Closing Date:&nbsp; &nbsp;15 October 2025 - 23:55pm
Interview Date: 21 October 2025

Housing Repairs Officer

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



We have a great opportunity for aHousing Options Officer on a full&nbsp;time, permanent basis.&nbsp;
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
<h3>About you…</h3>
We are looking for a passionate and self-motivated person with empathy and understanding to build relationships with customers when facing homelessness.
You will have experience of problem solving and working with a diverse clientele within a housing environment.&nbsp; Excellent negotiating skills with the ability to communicate effectively with customers and other stakeholders is vital for this role.
<h3>About the team…</h3>
You will be joining a dynamic, friendly and solution-based Housing Options Team delivering proactive advice and assistance to households who are homeless or threatened with homelessness.
The work is fast paced and innovative, sometimes the work is challenging however there is also time for finding creative solutions and every day is different.
You will work alongside the Rough Sleeper and Single Homelessness Team whose mission it is to eradicate rough sleeping in Bracknell Forest.
<h3>Key responsibilities…</h3>
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<li>As a Housing Options Officer you will be responsible for providing help and comprehensive advice to households who are either homeless or at risk of becoming homeless by assisting them to retain their existing accommodation or secure alternative housing.</li>
<li>To consider and assess homelessness applications in accordance with the Housing Act 1996 Part VII (as amended by the Homeless Act 2002 and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017).</li>
<li>To provide a customer focused approach ensuring that a full housing needs assessment has been undertaken, all statutory notifications and Personal Housing Plans are published to help customers secure housing.</li>
<li>In addition, you will be working in partnership with other specialist agencies, including children and adult services, probation, hospitals and voluntary organisations, to prevent homelessness.</li>
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<h3>Our benefits…&nbsp;</h3>
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<li>28 days annual leave increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Paid employee volunteering scheme.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
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<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Interviews will be held on&nbsp;3rd November 2025.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?&nbsp;</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
Emma Thomas : Housing Options Team Leader : Tel 01344 351352
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Housing Options Officer

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Benefit Officer to join us!
This is a full-time, permanent role with hybrid working, and a salary of £28,193 - £32,104 per annum.&nbsp;
About us:
The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is set in the wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically productive and innovative areas&nbsp;of the country.&nbsp;&nbsp;The borough council – a unitary authority - takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing quality services to the community. RBWM is a unique borough, with huge opportunity given its proximity to London and expanding business sectors, as well as being a major cultural and tourism area which includes international attractions such as Windsor Castle, Legoland and Ascot Racecourse.
Given our Royal connections, the eyes of the world are often on us and we continue to rise to the challenge.
This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic Benefit Officer to join our Revenues and Benefits team.
The Role:
As part of the wider&nbsp;Revenues and Benefits Service&nbsp;you will have a key role in&nbsp;providing a high-quality service to its residents, who need financial assistance with their rental liability and/or Council Tax.
Your role will involve:
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<li>You will be responsible for accurate and effective processing of both Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support using the Capita Academy processing system and Civica document management system.</li>
<li>The primary focus of the Benefits Service is the administration of Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support. The service also deals with application for discretionary housing payments.</li>
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What we are looking for:
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<li>You will have proven skills and experience in a customer facing environment, with the ability to meet demanding performance targets.</li>
<li>Knowledge of Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support.</li>
<li>Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal and be able to manage your own workload.</li>
<li>Ability to work accurately and to tight deadlines and able to work on your own and as part of a team.</li>
<li>Ability to keep up to date with relevant legislative changes.</li>
<li>Conscientious attitude and attention to detail</li>
<li>Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.</li>
<li>Enthusiastic about doing an excellent job and delivering results.</li>
<li>Flexible approach to work to accommodate changing priorities.</li>
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What we offer:
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<li>32 days annual leave</li>
<li>Flexible working including a hybrid working pattern for a better work-life balance.</li>
<li>Generous Local Government Pension scheme includes life cover (3 times of annual salary); and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision.</li>
<li>Free employee parking close to the offices.</li>
<li>Give As You Earn scheme.</li>
<li>Instant Reward Scheme to recognise and reward innovative achievement.</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information.</li>
<li>Access to discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals.</li>
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RBWM values a collaborative and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and innovation in all aspects of its operations. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we encourage applications from all as we believe diverse talent makes us stronger.&nbsp;
If you have a disability, are a current or former member of the armed forces or have been part of any formal care system up to the age of 25, you will be guaranteed an interview, should you meet the minimum requirements for the role.
Interview dates: week commencing 27 October 2025
If you wish to discuss this position informally, please contact sarah&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sneyd@rbwm.gov.uk" target="_blank">sneyd@rbwm.gov.uk</a>

Benefits Officer

About the BoroughJoining us, you get to work for not just one high performing London Borough, but two.Sutton and Kingston councils have a number of shared services serving both authorities, with some teams and roles more focussed on one Council than the other, but the majority are shared across both, meaning you get multiple opportunities to learn from a wider pool of activities and two different political bodies.&nbsp;We work flexibly in both Sutton and Kingston offices, and support working at home or flexible working patterns that enable you to tailor your working and personal life. We provide the equipment and tools to enable you to work flexibly, and in return ask you to use that flexibility to be creative and ambitious in the services we deliver.There are some really exciting things happening in both Sutton and Kingston. We are developing the London Cancer Hub, a world leading cancer research and treatment hub that will bring together professionals from across different sectors to identify and test new treatments and therapies. We are undertaking the largest housing regeneration programme ever delivered in Kingston, building new energy efficient housing that will transform some of our oldest Council owned housing. Both boroughs have publicly committed to doing what they can to tackle the climate emergency and are investing in new technologies and societal change that will help bring carbon emissions down and improve our climate impact.You should choose Sutton and Kingston if you are looking for an opportunity that will challenge you to deliver more, support you to achieve personal ambitions, and expect you to put borough residents at the heart of what you do.Sutton is a well connected attractive part of London that has a reputation for excellent schools, green and leafy open spaces, and a history that drives a thriving heritage and culture offer through our museums and libraries. The Council is controlled by a long established Liberal Democrat Administration and has high ambitions set out in its corporate plan “Ambitious for Sutton”, that will ensure Sutton remains a great place to live, work and raise a family. The Council plays a leading role in a number of local partnerships and places great emphasis on engaging effectively with its residents, listening to local voices and making their message heard across London Government.Kingston is a beautiful Royal borough with a historic setting on the banks of the Thames with excellent schools and a bustling retail centre, all surrounded by open green spaces such as Richmond Park and Bushey Park, former recreation grounds for Tudor Kings and Queens. The Council is controlled by a Liberal Democrat Administration and has a council plan “Greener, Fairer, Safer, Together”, that sets out a vision to be a vibrant, diverse and inclusive borough where residents are active, empowered, engaged and able to remain independent and resilient. The Council engages with residents through a number of forums and events through the year, and like Sutton plays a leading role in developing the South West Region of London.About the Service and TeamThe two available roles are in the Business Partnering teams within the Shared Finance Service (SFS). The SFS for Sutton and Kingston Councils has the ambition to ‘Add value, inspire success’, which it does through the following objectives:<ul><li>Translate business intelligence into business success by delivering clear professional advice and insight.</li><li>Safeguard the financial health of our Councils.</li><li>Empower our customers to manage their finances.</li><li>Learn, improve and exceed; supporting each other to develop our talent and achieve more</li></ul>The SFS has a history of training and developing its staff and supporting progression into more senior roles.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateYou will be undertaking either the AAT Accounts Finance Assistant level 2 or AAT Assistant Accountant level 3 Apprenticeship programme via our training provider (depending on your existing qualifications). Details of both programmes and what you would be studying are provided as attachments.When you're not studying you will provide a range of support across the Business Partnering functions. This will include supporting budget monitoring, financial processing and creating management information. More detail can be found in the attached role profile.About you As an entry level role, there are no experience requirements. We are instead looking for someone with the talent and commitment to excel into the future. This can be the start of a career in local government finance, providing a service that makes a difference to the people that live or work in the local area.Ideal candidates will be able to demonstrate problem-solving and analytical skills, an ability to work in a team, clear communication and alignment with our values.You must be eligible to undertake an apprenticeship and in order to verify this we will share your details with our training provider.Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include:<ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement of 26-31 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade&nbsp;</li><li>Enhanced Maternity, paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave</li><li>Two volunteering days per year</li><li>Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme (dependent on the role)&nbsp;</li><li>Adjustable and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks</li><li>Learning and development portal offering a range of courses</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Confidential health &amp; wellbeing and counselling support</li></ul>Application ProcessApply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application and check your CV details have been uploaded correctly in the relevant sections.We understand and recognise the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace and are embracing AI where appropriate, to boost our productivity and streamline how we deliver our Council services efficiently; to provide the best possible outcomes for our residents and communities.&nbsp; However, we reserve the right to reject applications where it is apparent that AI-generated content has been used in isolation and without personalised responses. At Sutton we value authenticity and are looking for individuals who can clearly demonstrate their own skills, experience and motivation for the role that they are applying for and embrace and demonstrate our PRIDE values. Here at Sutton we have core values of Transparency and this is to be demonstrated during the application process and completion of the supporting statement and will be further tested at interview and selection stage for those who progress forward.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;As part of our award winning Diversity Programme we anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. We encourage our interview panels to be as diverse as possible (age, cultural, neurodiverse etc.) to reduce bias where possible. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are in the process of updating our payscales in line with the pay award for NJC, Chief Officers and Chief Executives for April 2025 therefore please take this into account when viewing the salary on this position.We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups.To support our workers and their families we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.We are also proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer all our employees are guaranteed the London Living Wage regardless of their length or type of contract.The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance. Sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.





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Finance Apprenticeship

About the BoroughFound in zone 6 with good transport links in and out of London, Kingston is a vibrant and diverse university town which creates the rich sense of community shared across the borough and its Residents. Kingston boasts an idyllic riverside location, good shopping and great restaurants, as well as a mix of modern and historic town centre. Kingston has lots of open parklands and cycle routes that help connect the district town centres into an enjoyable place to live and work.We are passionate about working closely with our residents and vulnerable groups to help them maintain their independence and create a balance between support and independent living.About the Service and TeamAbout the ServiceThis role will sit within the Residents and Communities Directorate as part of the Transforming Communities Programme, but works across a wide range of council services and with external partners. Kingston has developed a very ambitious transformation agenda, which includes a number of large strategic programmes that will transform the way services are delivered and improve outcomes for residents.&nbsp;The regeneration of the Cambridge Road Estate (CRE) is a once in a generation opportunity to provide new housing and community facilities for residents in an area of inequality in the borough. The impact of the regeneration will be felt widely across the Norbiton neighbourhood, so the new community spaces on the estate need to be relevant and accessible for a wide range of audiences.This is an exciting opportunity to join the council and this programme, as it moves from planning into delivery, with an ambition to deliver the best outcomes for residents.&nbsp;About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateAbout the roleThis is an 18 month fixed term contract project management role working in the Community Hubs team and is directly responsible for the project management of the development and delivery of the new community facility on the Cambridge Road Estate (CRE). This role will report directly to the Transforming Communities Programme Director and have the opportunity to work across the council and with partners, stakeholders and residents.This role will lead the project management of some key transformation projects; and will lead on stakeholder engagement working with officers at all levels of the organisation to support project delivery, provide project assurance and ensure we are delivering our transformation benefits in line with our critical path for transformation.&nbsp;This role is not only a supportive one but there will be opportunities to lead on key pieces of work and to support the overall development and delivery of the new community hub.We are looking for an experienced and flexible Project Manager with strong leadership skills who is excited about tackling diverse challenges.If you are solutions focused and like to work in a collaborative way to enable change and drive delivery then we would love to hear from you!About youTo be successful in this role you will:<ul><li>Have a proven track record of managing complex change and transformation projects in a public sector setting and delivery of positive outcomes</li><li>Have experience of working on capital programmes and understand the complexity of a large scale regeneration programme</li><li>Need to have strong leadership skills to lead and direct specific pieces of work</li><li>Be able to manage effective relationships across the organisation in a complex stakeholder environment. This includes evidencing stakeholder engagement and management skills, at all levels of an organisation, including political stakeholders</li><li>Have a collaborative approach to delivering change, positive outcomes and benefits&nbsp;</li><li>Be competent with PPM delivery models and core practices including; risk management, business case development, organisational skills, influencing and problem solving</li><li>Be competent in budget management</li><li>Successful track record of delivering benefits - financial and non financial&nbsp;</li><li>Be an excellent communicator, problem solver and influencer</li></ul> Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include:<ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement of 25-32 days, plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade.</li><li>Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li><li>Hybrid working (dependent on the role)</li><li>Flexible and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks</li><li>Learning and development portal offering a range of courses</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Confidential health &amp; wellbeing and counselling support</li></ul>Application ProcessApply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application and check your CV details have been uploaded correctly in the relevant sections.We understand and recognise the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace and are embracing AI where appropriate, to boost our productivity and streamline how we deliver our Council services efficiently; to provide the best possible outcomes for our residents and communities.&nbsp; However, we reserve the right to reject applications where it is apparent that AI-generated content has been used in isolation and without personalised responses. At Kingston&nbsp;we value authenticity and are looking for individuals who can clearly demonstrate their own skills, experience and motivation for the role that they are applying for and embrace and demonstrate our STAR&nbsp;values. Here at Kingston&nbsp;we have core values of Transparency and this is to be demonstrated during the application process and completion of the supporting statement and will be further tested at interview and selection stage for those who progress forward.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;As part of our award winning Diversity Programme we anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. We encourage our interview panels to be as diverse as possible (age, cultural, neurodiverse etc.) to reduce bias where possible. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are in the process of updating our payscales in line with the pay award for NJC, Chief Officers and Chief Executives for April 2025 therefore please take this into account when viewing the salary on this position.We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups.To support our workers and their families we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.We are also proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer all our employees are guaranteed the London Living Wage regardless of their length or type of contract.The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance. Sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.





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Transformation Project Manager - Cambridge Road Estate Community Hub

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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.



Origin – Great homes, positive people and strong communities
An inspiring past and a bright future
A home is the essential foundation for a good quality of life, so what we do every day really matters to the wellbeing of our communities. Here at Origin, we trace our roots back 100 years, building and managing high quality homes as well as providing support services and housing for those who are most vulnerable in London and Hertfordshire. We work to provide safe, decent affordable homes and support for individuals and communities.
Focused on our residents, our driving ambition is to provide services that make people’s lives easier, and homes and communities they can be proud to live in. We are ‘not for profit’ and reinvest all our surpluses back into our varied and vibrant neighbourhoods.
The role – Home Ownership Manager
Reporting into the Home Ownership Team Manager, this role will manage our portfolio of Homeowners across London and Hertfordshire.
You will manage a number of Homeownership functions including, solicitors enquiries, lease extensions and section 20 consultations.
You will also be responsible for completing Estate Inspections and troubleshooting any issues that arise across your portfolio.
What you’ll do
<ul>
<li>You will manage a portfolio of properties across your patch and be responsible for all Homeownership functions. (Lease extensions, solicitors enquiries §ion 20 consultations)</li>
<li>Completing Estate Walkabouts on a quarterly basis with some of our residents</li>
<li>Managing Anti-social behaviour</li>
<li>Be the champion for the customer</li>
<li>Manage our third party relationships (Managing Agents)</li>
</ul>
What you’ll need
<ul>
<li>We’re looking for someone who has previous experience within a similar role</li>
<li>Solution focused with a can-do attitude</li>
<li>Ability to multitask and manage conflicting deadlines</li>
<li>Problem solves</li>
<li>Committed to providing a good service</li>
</ul>
Our Values
Our core values are at the heart of how we work
<ul>
<li>Take the lead</li>
<li>Create energy</li>
<li>Build trust</li>
<li>Be generous</li>
<li>Stay grounded</li>
<li>Remember the little things</li>
</ul>
We're committed to the wellbeing of our people and in creating an environment that promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.
Our benefits to you
<ul>
<li>Origin’s ways of working make it easier for you to balance work and home life. You will benefit from flexible working which offers you the opportunity to work from where you are most effective, with the technology and equipment you need, as well as access to flexible space for collaborative working.</li>
<li>Competitive salary of £39,238pa - £44,547pa</li>
<li>A generous 25-day holiday allowance plus bank holidays, that increases with time, with the opportunity to buy and sell leave</li>
<li>2 additional ‘giving something back’ volunteer days</li>
<li>A pension scheme with contributions from 4% - 8%&nbsp;of your salary</li>
<li>Family leave, compassionate leave and enhanced maternity pay</li>
<li>Simply Health cash plan providing money back when you spend on health appointments including physiotherapy, dental and opticians</li>
<li>Interest free loans to help spread the cost of a season ticket or another big purchase</li>
<li>Annual staff conference, team away days and annual team meal allowance</li>
<li>Access to Perk Box for fantastic savings on everyday purchases and much more</li>
<li>Free employee assistance programme</li>
<li>Opportunities to join staff network groups</li>
<li>Refer a friend bonus</li>
</ul>
 We’re also committed to ensuring that our people have access to an excellent range of learning and development opportunities including our induction programme, course sponsorship, leadership development, mentoring and talent schemes along with professional membership if it’s a requirement to your role.
Tell us your story
We are looking forward to learning about you. Please help us get to know you by sending your latest CV and covering letter detailing how your skills and experience meet the job description for Home Ownership Manager outlined above.
Closing date for applications&nbsp; 23 October 2025
Please note that suitable candidates will be invited to interview throughout the application window and therefore the vacancy may close at short notice. However, all candidates will be advised of the outcome of their application and therefore interested candidates are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience.

Origin Housing

Home Ownership Manager x 2. Fixed Term Contracts to March 2026

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Please apply online via the 'Apply online' button which will take you to the Applicant Tracking System ('ATS') where, once you have applied, you can log on to your account to view the status of your application.&nbsp;
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
Please contact Recruitment Services on 01784 444263 (24hr answer phone) or email <a href="mailto:recruitment@spelthorne.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@spelthorne.gov.uk</a> if you are having difficulty applying online.
Planning Policy Technician
Salary: £25,677 - £37,298 pa plus essential car user allowance
Hours: Full-time, flexible working
Spelthorne Borough Council is offering a fantastic opportunity for a talented planner to join our Strategic Planning Team as Planning Policy Technician. With the adoption of our new Local Plan anticipated this autumn, this role will be part of a team who help shape the future of Spelthorne Borough.
About the Role
This is a core position at the heart of the strategic planning and economic development teams. You’ll play a key role in:
<ul>
<li>Assisting with the preparation of the Council’s Local Plan, other planning policy documents and strategic planning work.</li>
<li>Reports on the regular monitoring of policies and development in the Borough and other research and surveys</li>
<li>Assisting and supporting team projects and events including preparation of documents, plans, displays and background information for events such as public consultations</li>
<li>Assist and supporting the general administration of the Strategic Planning and Enterprise team’s work, including payments and invoicing and maintaining records of these.</li>
<li>Assist in maintaining the team web pages</li>
<li>Maintain records for Economic Development</li>
</ul>
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual with administrative experience.&nbsp; You need to have:
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<li>Good diplomacy and interpersonal skills.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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<li>&nbsp;Able to work as part of a team and take direction.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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<li>Good writing, organisational and analytical skills&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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<li>Ability to think creatively.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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<li>Flexibility and ability to balance workload priorities.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
The role also involves regular site visits across the borough to monitor development.
Why Join Us?
Spelthorne is a small council with great people—dedicated, passionate, and proud of the work they do. You’ll be joining a supportive, flexible team and forward-thinking team committed to sustainable growth and community wellbeing. This is your chance to make a tangible impact on the borough’s future while developing your career in a supportive and ambitious environment.
Other key information
This post is identified as a hybrid post supporting both office and home working in line with Spelthorne Borough Council’s policy. The post holder will be required to attend the office in line with a rota and any service requirements.
The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for customer facing posts.&nbsp; These posts fall within the scope of the Code of Practice on English language requirement for public sector workers.&nbsp; 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 sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. If you have any queries or would like to discuss this further, please contact Human Resources.
Please note that as part of the employment checks, this post has an essential car user allowance attached to it. A valid driving licence, and access to a vehicle insured for business use will be required.
Spelthorne Borough Council use the Microsoft Authenticator app as a secure way of accessing our network.&nbsp; Successful candidates will be required to use their own mobile device to download and use Authenticator.
In return we can offer excellent conditions of service with a benefits package that includes flexible working hours, working from home opportunities, pension scheme, free parking and at least 23 days’ paid leave per year (pro-rata for part-time).
For more information on this position, please contact Jane Robinson, Local Plans and Infrastructure Manager on 01784 446367 or email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:j.robinson@spelthorne.gov.uk" target="_blank">j.robinson@spelthorne.gov.uk</a>. &nbsp;
Closing date:&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 10 October 2025
Interview date: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; TBC
To apply please use the ‘apply online’ button below.
CVs can only be accepted in support of a completed application form.
Unfortunately, we are unable to reply to all candidates.&nbsp; If we have not contacted, you within 3 weeks of the closing date then your application has been unsuccessful.
All shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email after the closing date.

Working towards equal opportunities

Strictly No Agencies

Planning Policy Technician

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Required as soon as possible, Ranelagh School is looking to appoint a number of professional and self-motivated people to apply for the post of exams invigilator, to join our established team. The requirements of this role are to ensure the fair and proper conduct of examinations in an environment that enables students to perform at their best and to support the Examinations Managers with the day-to-day operation of examination venues. We are also interested in hearing from colleagues who have had experience of this role in other schools, who might be prepared to take on a role as a lead invigilator.
Duties include supervising students taking mock and external exams, preparing the exam rooms and distributing, collecting and organising exam papers. Successful applications will be an integral part of the team in running exams according to JCQ rules and regulations.
Applicants should be punctual, reliable and have good attention to detail. Applicants will need to look forward to working with young people, be good listeners and communicate well with colleagues.
Exams run Monday to Friday in both morning and afternoon sessions. Successful applicants should be available for a whole session but days and times are arranged flexibly depending on availability. There will be appropriate training for successful candidates and invigilators will be required to attend regular refresher sessions.
Ranelagh is an 11-18 coeducational, Anglican Academy (converter) which is oversubscribed and has an excellent reputation for academic achievement and positive school ethos. The school has had five ‘outstanding’ OFSTED reports, with Grade 1 across all areas, but we are not complacent and as such the provision for professional learning and development is something of which we are all very proud.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All staff employed in the school must be aware that an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be undertaken.
If you are interested in learning more about the position, please contact the Headteacher via, the School Office on 01344 421233 or by email, at <a href="mailto:recruitment@bonitas.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bonitas.org.uk</a> Details of the post are also available on the school website.
Closing date: 15th October 2025
All applications must be submitted via our online application form- no CVs or emailed applications will be considered. No agencies.
The school reserves the right to close advert earlier once sufficient applications have been received.

Exam Invigilators

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please include a personal statement with your CV specifying why you are applying for this vacancy.&nbsp;



We have a great opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join the Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) team, working part-time 22.5 hours per week. This role focuses on housing adaptations and the progression of Disabled Facilities Grants, supporting residents to live independently and safely in their homes.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
<h3>About you...</h3>
As an Occupational Therapist in the Disabled Facilities Grant team, you will have recent and relevant experience in major housing adaptations.
You will be capable of working creatively with others to develop practical solutions where the home environment affects a person’s independence, function and wellbeing.
You should also be able to assess and match individuals to void properties when their current accommodation is unsuitable and cannot be reasonably adapted.
<h3>About the team...</h3>
The Disabled Facilities Grant team is a small, busy and supportive service that works closely with Adult Social Care, housing partners, contractors, and Housing Associations.
We deliver person-centred adaptations that meet long-term needs and ensure the best outcomes for our clients.
As a team, we support each other by working collaboratively to provide a holistic, timely, and cost-effective service that makes a real difference in people’s lives.
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
<ul>
<li>Carry out person-centred assessments and work with service users and colleagues to create practical home adaptation plans that promote safety, independence and enable individuals to live safely in their own homes.</li>
<li>Contribute to capacity building across teams by sharing knowledge of major adaptations, legislation, eligibility criteria, and associated processes, while actively participating in multidisciplinary meetings and case discussions where housing needs and adaptations are considered as part of wider care and support planning.</li>
<li>Maintain accurate, up-to-date electronic records, ensuring that assessments, decisions and outcomes are clearly documented and write clear, evidence-based reports and professional recommendations to support DFG applications and specifications for adaptations.</li>
<li>Make timely referrals and signpost individuals to relevant services, community support or other specialists, when needs fall outside the DFG scope or where additional support is beneficial.</li>
<li>Actively engage in supervision, performance discussions, and reflective practice while operating within professional competence, seeking support when needed, and committing to ongoing training and development.</li>
<li>To ensure all practice complies with the policies, procedures and standards of the council, as well as the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Code of Conduct and Standards of Proficiency.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits...</h3>
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<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10* and sell up to 5 days*.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Paid employee volunteering scheme.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility)</li>
<li>Reimbursement of HCPC registration</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
*(pro rata for part time)
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Candidates will be shortlisted on weekly basis and invited to interview on a mutually convenient date.
We reserve the right to close the advert once a suitable candidate has been found. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Tammy Grey - Disabled Facilities Grant Team Manager
Email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:tammy.grey@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">tammy.grey@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
Tel: 07877548772
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Occupational Therapist - Disabled Facilities Grant  Team (part time 22.5 hrs per week)

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Are you passionate about supporting young minds and making a real difference in the classroom? We’re looking for a dedicated, energetic, and caring Teaching Assistant to join our fantastic team!
Please note that we currently have 2 positions available:
1 - Maternity Cover on a fixed term contract until January 2027.
1- Fixed term contract until October 2026.
Please clearly state in your application which post you are applying for.
What you’ll be doing:
<ul>
<li>Identify strategies to help overcome individual pupils’ barriers to learning</li>
<li>Support pupils in line with their Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs) and contribute to reviewing and updating these</li>
<li>Be prepared to use humour and restorative practice to ensure a child-centred approach</li>
<li>Support the transition of new pupils arriving or existing pupils returning to school, putting the necessary support in place to overcome any barriers to learning</li>
<li>Provide in class support as necessary to meet the needs of the school.</li>
<li>Liaise with other staff to monitoring pupils’ behaviour and well being</li>
<li>Build positive relations with parents/carers to encourage family involvement in their child’s progress</li>
<li>Communicate with parents/carers about specific support in place for their child.</li>
</ul>
What we’re looking for:
<ul>
<li>A team player who will uphold the mission, values and goals of Arc School Napton</li>
<li>A can-do attitude</li>
<li>Great communication and interpersonal skills</li>
<li>Experience working with SEN children in an educational setting</li>
<li>A passion for education and helping students thrive</li>
</ul>
Why work for us?
<ul>
<li>Supportive and friendly school community</li>
<li>Ongoing training and development opportunities</li>
<li>A rewarding role where you’ll make a real impact!</li>
</ul>
We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.

When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.
You will have access to an attractive benefits package including;
<ul>
<li>Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service</li>
<li>Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Generous life cover</li>
</ul>
Who are we?
Opened in 2008, Arc School Napton offer primary provision in a small school setting within the lovely Warwickshire countryside. Learning by stage, not age, our pupils are placed in classes that will allow them to effectively access learning which is delivered in the most appropriate way for their needs. Pupils of all primary ages are welcome and we have an area of the school set up for those pupils in the EYFS or KS1 age groups, this is staffed with adults who have extensive experience supporting pupils in the younger age ranges.
Arc School Napton is part of Kedleston Group. We specialise in providing specialist education and care for children aged 7-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). These include autistic spectrum condition (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.

We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

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Teaching Assistant (Level 2)

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Are you passionate about supporting young minds and making a real difference in the classroom? We’re looking for a dedicated, energetic, and caring 1-2-1 Teaching Assistant to join our fantastic team!
Please note that this is a Fixed Term Contract until July 2026.
What you’ll be doing:
<ul>
<li>Providing in-class support for a Year 5 child</li>
<li>May support other pupils across the school if required</li>
<li>Delivering consistent academic, pastoral, and behavioural support</li>
</ul>
What we’re looking for:
<ul>
<li>A team player who will uphold the mission, values and goals of Arc School Napton</li>
<li>Experience of working as a 1-2-1 Support/TA, experience across both mainstream and specialist teaching settings is desirable</li>
<li>A can-do attitude</li>
<li>Great communication and interpersonal skills</li>
<li>Experience working with SEN children in an educational setting</li>
<li>A passion for education and helping students thrive</li>
</ul>
Why work for us?
<ul>
<li>Supportive and friendly school community</li>
<li>Ongoing training and development opportunities</li>
<li>A rewarding role where you’ll make a real impact!</li>
</ul>
We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.

When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.
You will have access to an attractive benefits package including;
<ul>
<li>Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service</li>
<li>Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Generous life cover</li>
</ul>
Who are we?
Opened in 2008, Arc School Napton offer primary provision in a small school setting within the lovely Warwickshire countryside. Learning by stage, not age, our pupils are placed in classes that will allow them to effectively access learning which is delivered in the most appropriate way for their needs. Pupils of all primary ages are welcome and we have an area of the school set up for those pupils in the EYFS or KS1 age groups, this is staffed with adults who have extensive experience supporting pupils in the younger age ranges.
Arc School Napton is part of Kedleston Group. We specialise in providing specialist education and care for children aged 7-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). These include autistic spectrum condition (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.

We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

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1-2-1 Teaching Assistant (Level 2)

Vac DescriptionThe Cognus Inclusion Service is looking for a new Attendance Support Officer with a particular focus on child employment - ensuring that any children working do so within legal regulations and, for children in entertainment, with appropriate chaperones. The Attendance Support Officer would be able to work flexibly between attendance duties and child employment as required. Whilst we continue to work in line with legislation and best practice, we are ambitious about developing the local area attendance agenda and are looking for individuals who are able to think creatively and flexibly about delivering statutory duties, while maintaining a focus on inclusive practice and the best outcomes for the children, young people, and families that we support. About YouWe are looking for a professional who is passionate about the inclusion of children and young people in education and society. The successful candidate will be organised, creative and have excellent people skills. They will need to be confident with IT and able to deliver training virtually.A strong background in administration is essential, whilst experience of education welfare, social care, education or the finance arena would be advantageous. The Attendance Support Coordinator will be expected to be a role model for the professional behaviours outlined in the company Code of Conduct and to demonstrate.For more information and to apply, click <a href="https://www.cognus.org.uk/work-with-us/current-vacancies/" target="_blank">here</a>&nbsp;About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateThe Cognus Inclusion Service is looking for a new Attendance Support Officer with a particular focus on child employment - ensuring that any children working do so within legal regulations and, for children in entertainment, with appropriate chaperones. The Attendance Support Officer would be able to work flexibly between attendance duties and child employment as required. Whilst we continue to work in line with legislation and best practice, we are ambitious about developing the local area attendance agenda and are looking for individuals who are able to think creatively and flexibly about delivering statutory duties, while maintaining a focus on inclusive practice and the best outcomes for the children, young people, and families that we support. About YouWe are looking for a professional who is passionate about the inclusion of children and young people in education and society. The successful candidate will be organised, creative and have excellent people skills. They will need to be confident with IT and able to deliver training virtually.A strong background in administration is essential, whilst experience of education welfare, social care, education or the finance arena would be advantageous. The Attendance Support Coordinator will be expected to be a role model for the professional behaviours outlined in the company Code of Conduct and to demonstrate.For more information and to apply, click <a href="https://www.cognus.org.uk/work-with-us/current-vacancies/" target="_blank">here</a>&nbsp;





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