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IT Service Management Specialist Grade 9 – £54,267–£58,461pa About the Job We’re seeking a dynamic and experienced IT Service Management Specialist to lead the delivery of high-quality IT services across the Council. This role is central to ensuring operational excellence through the application of ITIL principles, with a strong focus on Major Incident Management, Problem Management, and Service Level performance. Main duties and responsibilities include: <ul>
<li>Leading the Council’s response to Major Incidents, ensuring swift coordination, resolution, and communication across stakeholders.</li> <li>Managing the Problem Management lifecycle—diagnosing root causes, implementing preventative measures, and maintaining documentation within the configuration management system.</li> <li>Monitoring and reporting on Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to ensure consistent and reliable service delivery.</li> <li>Overseeing third-party support contracts, negotiating service credits, and enforcing contractual terms to maintain high standards.</li> <li>Maintaining and publishing a clear and accessible Service Catalogue, ensuring users understand available services and how to access them.</li> <li>Managing IT assets issued to end-users, including secure storage, distribution, reassignment, and disposal.</li> <li>Supporting financial planning and budget monitoring, identifying risks to expenditure and providing timely reports.</li> <li>Deputising for the Head of IT Service Delivery and participating in out-of-hours support on a rota basis (additional payment provided).</li> <li>Leading stakeholder engagement strategies, including complaint handling, issue resolution, and lessons learned.</li> <li>Promoting financial and commercial awareness to ensure value-for-money service delivery.</li> <li>Maintaining accurate records of systems, services, contracts, and assets in the Configuration Management Database (CMDB).</li> <li>Supporting risk identification, assessment, and mitigation across IT service delivery.</li> </ul> About You Experience: We’re seeking a candidate who brings: <ul>
<li>A degree or equivalent work-related attainment or experience.</li> <li>Relevant certifications aligned with ITIL and service management (e.g., ITIL Foundation or Practitioner).</li> <li>Proven experience in managing major incidents, problem resolution, and service level performance.</li> <li>Strong understanding of ITIL processes and their impact on service delivery and user experience.</li> <li>Experience managing supplier relationships and contractual obligations.</li> <li>Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.</li> <li>Leadership in operational management and collaborative working across diverse teams.</li> </ul> Please view the Job Profile&nbsp;(here) For an informal discussion about the post, please contact <a href="mailto:Lee.Osbourne@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">Lee.Osbourne@havering.gov.uk</a> Closing date: 18th September 2025 Please note: We may close the vacancy early if interest is high. You will be notified if your application has been successful. Interview date to be confirmed. If you need help with your online application, contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770. Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering. The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

London Borough of Havering

IT Service Management Specialist

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The job pack, application form and details of how to apply can be found on our website: <a href="http://www.oliveacademies.org.uk/vacancies/maths-lead" target="_blank">www.oliveacademies.org.uk/vacancies/maths-lead</a>
Please send your completed application form to Lisa Jobson, Office Manager, by the closing date: <a href="mailto:lisa.jobson@oliveacademies.org.uk" target="_blank">lisa.jobson@oliveacademies.org.uk</a>

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Olive Academies
Olive AP Academy - Havering
Inskip Drive,&nbsp;Hornchurch,&nbsp;RM11 3UR
Tel:&nbsp;01708 478892
Website:&nbsp;aphavering.oliveacademies.org.uk&nbsp;&nbsp;
Executive Headteacher:&nbsp;Mr Tony Machin
Maths Lead
Salary: MPS/UPS (Outer London weighting)
Hours:&nbsp;Full time
Contract:&nbsp;Permanent
Start date: 1st January 2026
Are you a dedicated and experienced Maths teacher, who can lead, inspire and deliver the very best learning opportunities for our students? Our ideal candidate would be an experienced teacher who wants to develop their practice and leadership skills, engaging KS3 and KS4 children in more dynamic learning. You will need to demonstrate the highest quality of teaching, learning and assessment, inspiring our students and sharing your passion for learning.
Please note salary will be dependent&nbsp;experience.
How to apply
The job pack, application form and details of how to apply can be found on our website: <a href="http://www.oliveacademies.org.uk/vacancies/maths-lead" target="_blank">www.oliveacademies.org.uk/vacancies/maths-lead</a>&nbsp;
Please send your completed application form to Lisa Jobson, Office Manager: <a href="mailto:lisa.jobson@oliveacademies.org.uk" target="_blank">lisa.jobson@oliveacademies.org.uk</a>
We welcome visits from potential candidates; please contact the academy on 01708 478892 if you would like to arrange a visit or for a confidential conversation about the post.
Closing time and date: 9am on Monday 13th October 2025
Interview Date: Thursday 16th October&nbsp;2025
Olive Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. To this end, both an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and a Barred List check are required for this role. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups.

Olive AP Academy

KS3 / KS4 Maths Lead

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Social Worker (Children in Care)&nbsp;
 London Borough of Havering&nbsp;
 Contract: Permanent&nbsp;
 Pay - £43,680 to £53,172 per annum subject to final confirmation (plus £4,000 Market Supplement)&nbsp;
 The London Borough of Havering is looking to recruit a Social Worker to contribute to the delivery of an effective children’s social care service as part of a social work team, improving outcomes for children and young people in line with statutory and departmental policies, procedures and guidance.&nbsp;
 If successful in your application for the role of Social Worker (Children in Care), London Borough of Havering, you will/will be:&nbsp;
 &nbsp;Manage a caseload dependent upon experience, grade of post and complexity of cases, utilising specialist knowledge for appropriate interventions, needs and risk assessments, care planning, child in need and child in care processes and child protection investigations.&nbsp;
 Carry out high quality assessments, using child-centered, community focused, and multi-agency interventions to bring about positive change through developing effective relationships and to secure the best outcomes for children and young people.&nbsp;
 Ensure children and young people plans and interventions are adequately reviewed and children protected.&nbsp;&nbsp;
 &nbsp;As one of the greenest boroughs in London, resourcefulness is in our nature. We don’t wait to be told, we take the initiative. We face the future head-on, embracing new challenges with open minds and fresh ideas. There’s lots of opportunities to progress here, and if you seize them we’ll support you all the way. Choose Havering and see the difference you’ll make to the people that live, work and learn here.&nbsp;
 &nbsp;From caring for those who need it most, to ensuring our highways and streets are safe, providing a roof over the heads of our residents, providing excellent customer service or, enhancing our digital services for staff and residents, there are so many ways you can make a positive influence here. And, whether you’re outdoorsy, people-focused or analytical, we have a role that’s right for you.&nbsp; Please viewJob Description&nbsp;here
 &nbsp;For an informal discussion about the post, please contact<a href="mailto:Jannine.Layhe@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jannine.Layhe@havering.gov.uk</a> The closing date for the receipt of applications is 21st September 2025 however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. You will be notified if your application has been successful. &nbsp;Interview date to be confirmed. Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770 &nbsp;

 &nbsp;Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering. The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

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Ending Homelessness in Enfield 
Our homelessness service is focused on homelessness prevention, reducing temporary accommodation and ending street homelessness. 
Our Housing Advisory Service delivers sustainable housing outcomes for Enfield residents through a range of services, including data-driven early intervention, community outreach, specialist practice teams and a street homelessness service. 
We are seeking proactive, outcome focused people to join our Street Homelessness Service. The Street Homelessness Service has been set the ambitious target to end rough sleeping in Enfield. 
Sustainable Housing Support Worker - Secondment/Fixed Term role until March 2026 
We are recruiting for a Sustainable Housing Support Worker, to work within the Street Homelessness Accommodation Team, part of the Street Homelessness Service. The Street Homelessness Accommodation Team provide housing related support services to former rough sleepers across several distinct supported housing projects including – Housing First, Dispersed, and Shared Accommodation. 
The ideal candidate will be ambitious, proactive, collaborative, highly motivated and ready for a new challenge. You must also have strong communication and creative problem-solving skills together with the drive and passion to help vulnerable people to live independent and fulfilling lives. You must also be willing to work outside of office hours on occasion, be able to work independently and have good knowledge of welfare, housing and homelessness practice. You will have a solid understanding of safeguarding practices .for vulnerable households, as well as the drive to empower tenants to maintain their tenancies, engage with support services via our mulitdiscpliary partnership process, and move on into longer term appropriate accommodation. 
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an innovative and inspiring service aimed at ending rough sleeping in Enfield. 
Contact Details 
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Selwyn Albert on 07356 141457 for an informal discussion 
If you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact Vickie McGrath at <a href="mailto:vickie.mcgrath@enfield.gov.uk" target="_blank">vickie.mcgrath@enfield.gov.uk</a> or at 020 8132 1053 
We do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV. 
We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more. 
Why it's great to work for Enfield Council: 
 
 - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 
 - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas. 
 - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles. 
 - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months. 
 - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods. 
 - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family. 
 - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work. 
 - 1 month paid sabbatical for Children’s Social Workers 
 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 
If you have previously applied for this role within the past 6 months, unfortunately, a second application will not be considered. 
Meridian Water | A major 20 year regeneration programme led by Enfield Council. Bringing 10,000 homes &amp; 6,000 jobs to Enfield, next to the beautiful Lee Valley Regional Park

London Borough of Enfield

Sustainable Housing Support Worker

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Title: Building Surveyor Repairs and Maintenance
Contract Type: Permanent Full time 35 hours per week
Salary: £48,000 to £55,000 per annum dependant on experience. Essential car user allowance&nbsp;£1,300 per annum
Grade: 9
Reporting Office: London, Stratford
Working Location: Covering East London and Essex
Persona: Agile working (site, home and office hybrid)
Closing Date:&nbsp;&nbsp;23rd&nbsp;September at 9am
Interview Dates: 29th September&nbsp;at West Ham Lane
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<a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">Benefits</a>&nbsp;include:&nbsp; Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">many more</a>…
Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated.
Join our Surveying Team at L&amp;Q:
Our Maintenance Services team are looking for experienced Surveyors to join our team within the East London region. This is a key position to the delivery of excellent customer services to our residents.
Your impact in the role:
A large part of this role will involve carrying out internal and external inspections on both occupied and void properties, then providing technical advice to the team and managing complex projects including liaising with residents and contractors, and other third parties as necessary. The postholder will monitor quality of work, value for money and customer satisfaction.
Our Property Surveyors carry out detailed property inspections to all types of domestic properties across all contract areas, including routine and complex repairs issues, Damp &amp; Mould surveys, and specify appropriate remedial works.
Candidates will have had extensive experience in producing work specifications and will be confident in providing costs and recommendations. You will also be able to produce condition reports. As well as a good understanding of construction and building methods gained by previous experience in a similar role. You&nbsp;will have a knowledge of contract and housing law and will have ideally worked for Housing Associations or Local Authorities
Customer Service is at the forefront of everything we do. Our surveyors will aim to create a positive impact on our residents’ lives and will be passionate and act with determination to resolve resident complaints and issues.
You will be confident in handling complaints and Councillor and MP enquiries. This includes site visits related to complaints. you will be responsible for seeing enquires through to resolution. You will also support the Disrepair team.
Candidates will be able to produce accurate reports, work orders and specifications using NHF SOR’s and other tools. Ensuring that works are referred to the correct area of the business for resolution.
You will have to manage budgets and play an active role in the variation approval process, having regard to standing orders, authorisation of expenditure and prevention of fraud. Experience in managing budgets is essential.
You will have experience in liaising with loss adjusters and overseeing different kinds of insurance work such as fire, flood damage and theft.
Health and safety awareness is vital in this role, and we expect our surveyors to be able to demonstrate a good knowledge and application of Health and Safety and compliance at all times.
You will be able to influence a wide range of internal and external stakeholders and will have excellent communication skills. You will have had experience working with contractors and managing contracts.
What you'll bring:
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Our surveyors’ should ideally hold a HNC, HND or similar qualification please reference this in your application. We will consider candidates with extensive surveying experience who are committed to ongoing CPD</li>
<li>Have gained experience working with varied housing stock. Ideally within Social Housing or similar environment</li>
<li>Have a good understanding of Health and Safety</li>
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We look forward to reviewing your application, and hearing about the genuine experiences and skills you could bring to our organisation. L&amp;Q reserve the right to not accept statements that exceed 500 words.
About L&amp;Q:
We’re one of the UK’s leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people’s health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life.
250,000 people call our properties ‘home’, and we’re proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England.
At L&amp;Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/-/media/files/careers/behavioural-framework.pdf" target="_blank">values and behavioural framework</a>, which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&amp;Q.
L&amp;Q strongly believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is important, and inclusion is part of our core values and everyday working practices. We make hiring decisions based on your experiences, skills and merits and we are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion.&nbsp; We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace.&nbsp; Click here to read more.
If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk</a>
At L&amp;Q, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK’s largest housing associations.
Click&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq" target="_blank">here</a>&nbsp;to find out more about L&amp;Q and why you should join us!
*ECU Allowance is paid in accordance with requirements of the relevant policy as updated from time to time.&nbsp;

London and Quadrant Housing Trust

Building Surveyor - East London

Housing is seeking to appoint an Assistant Contract Manager. Who can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role. You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs. You will be required to assist a team of technical officers (Compliance Project Manager, Asset inspector, Project Managers, Voids, Repairs and Planned works Surveyors) to ensure the successful operational and contractual delivery of the HRA’s repairs, planned works, compliance and voids work streams Liaise with stakeholders in a way that promotes the One Medway Council Plan and embeds our values and behaviours.Accountabilities and outcomes: • To manage property alteration requests and to liaise with Technical Officers regarding inspections. This could include undertaking site visits as and when required • To undertake low level inspections relating to minor repairs as and when required. • You will attend estate inspections and big door knocks as and when required. • To review and administer any extension of time requests received and ensure they are processed in line with contractual requirements and deadlines. • To work closely with contractors and monitor the quality and quantity of work undertaken, always ensuring contract compliance (including a range of specialist contracts). To utilise specialist computer software to comprehensively administer works’ orders. Medway Council Job Profile • Ensure that pre and post inspection of repairs, compliance, planned works, new builds and voids are carried out to target. Ensure that quotes for non-Schedule of Rate works are obtained in line with council procedures.• To assist with the monitoring of repairs, compliance, planned and capital works budgets and administering invoices as and when required.• Monitor and manage the no access procedure for repairs, planned and capital works in conjunction with the HRA’s RLO. • To assist thew HRA Property Services Coordinator with investigating customer complaints and member enquiries appropriately and within in agreed published timescales.• Attend residents’ meetings as required.• Represent Housing Services at meetings with contractors, consultants, internal teams and services and external peers as and when required. • Ensure the service is delivered to the highest possible level of standard to tenants and leaseholders, developing partnered principles as appropriate. • Assist, as necessary, with the preparation, in consultation with budget managers, the monthly monitoring returns for Capital, Planned and Revenue budgets ensuring these are recorded accurately and liaise with the Managers to achieve this.• To participate in Tenant Participation initiatives in those instances when housing maintenance and improvement is pertinent and to maintain a high profile with residents’ groups in a leadership role.• To assist with the compilation of Leaseholder charges as a result of planned works and section 20. If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please call Lee Deacon on <a href="mailto:lee.deacon@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">lee.deacon@medway.gov.uk</a> Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C. When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached. The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview. Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A. Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileFor further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Medway Council

This is Medway

Assistant Contracts Manager

Are you passionate about improving school attendance and ensuring every child receives their full educational entitlement? Medway Council is seeking a dedicated and proactive Attendance Officer to join our dynamic Attendance Team.<h4>About the Role</h4>As an Attendance Officer, you will:<ul><li>Liaise with families, schools, and partner agencies to promote regular school attendance and ensure children receive their full educational entitlement.</li><li>Support schools in improving attendance through advice, guidance, and enforcement, including statutory responsibilities such as issuing penalty notices and preparing cases for court proceedings.</li><li>Deliver elements of Medway’s traded attendance service, providing bespoke support to schools and academies to improve attendance outcomes.</li><li>Conduct home visits and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure access to full-time education.</li><li>Uphold safeguarding responsibilities and contribute to the delivery of a high-quality, compliant attendance service.</li></ul><h4>What We’re Looking For</h4>We’re seeking someone who is:<ul><li>Qualified in education or a related field, with a full driving licence and access to a vehicle.</li><li>Knowledgeable about school attendance legislation, safeguarding frameworks, and the challenges faced by vulnerable learners.</li><li>Experienced in working with children, families, and education settings, with strong IT and communication skills.</li><li>Resilient and organised, with a solution-focused mindset and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.</li></ul><h4>Why Join Us?</h4><ul><li>Hybrid working with flexibility across council offices, family hubs, and community settings.</li><li>Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional development.</li><li>Meaningful work that directly impacts the lives of children and families in Medway.</li><li>Commitment to values aligned with the One Medway Council Plan and our core behaviours.</li></ul><h4>Ready to Apply?</h4>If you're ready to take on a rewarding role that makes a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Christine Clarke or Nina Malone 01634 337310Interview date: Wednesday 22 October 2025In return we will offer you: <ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li></ul>Our organisation:Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.Important Information-Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileEqual Opportunities Commitment StatementMedway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.<ul></ul>

Attendance Officer 

<h4>Our Vacancy</h4>Your typical day could start with you contacting customers who have experienced failures in service and work with them to reach satisfactory resolution within our timeframes, before providing support to the Repair Delivery Support Team, assisting with incoming resident, contractor and staff queries relating to repairs. As a Repairs Coordinator you’ll be an integral part of the newly formed Repairs team, working in a busy and responsive environment, requiring you to be adaptable and able to focus on several projects at any one time to proactively improve our repair service for our customers. You’ll own a variety of escalation cases including but not limited to complaints, decants, high risk damp and mould, liaising with our customers through to completion all while ensuring the provision of excellent customer service and experience to all stakeholders to maximise customer satisfaction.You’re a customer-focused person who is passionate about driving improvements and offering a first-class service to our customers. You’ll enjoy taking ownership of your work, focusing on several projects at any one time and you’ll be committed to working as part of a team to improve efficiencies. You’ll need to be in the Pitsea office a minimum of two days per week.Your role covers everything from owning and coordinating ad-hoc projects and investigating and reporting on numerous sources of data. If you're motivated by resolving problems, able to meet deadlines and targets, and have excellent attention to detail, we want to hear from you.This is a 6-month fixed term contract covering maternity leave.To be successful in this role, you’re:<ul><li>experienced in working in a customer centre environment with a commitment to a high level of customer satisfaction.</li><li>experienced in dealing with a range of difficult problems and resolve these to the customer's satisfaction, exploring alternatives options to resolve the problem.</li><li>excellent attention to detail and ability to work on a variety of tasks simultaneously, moving from one task to another quickly</li></ul>Here are just a few of the benefits of working at Peabody: <ul><li>30 days’ annual holiday, plus bank holidays</li><li>two additional paid volunteering days each year </li><li>flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal </li><li>4 x salary life assurance</li><li>up to 10% pension contribution</li></ul>Are you ready to apply? Please click on the ‘Apply Now’ button and submit both your CV and a bit about why we should consider you for the role. If you have any questions about this role, please email Talent Specialist, Caroline Seery at <a href="mailto:caroline.seery@peabody.org.uk" target="_blank">caroline.seery@peabody.org.uk</a>Interviews will take place in person on 30th Sept and 1st OctoberEarly applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement earlier than statedPLEASE NOTE: As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer.<h4>Attached documents:</h4><ul><li><a href="../jobV2/fdownload.php?j=5db4715272fa558e&amp;f=108446b97b677399"> Role Profile - Repairs Complaints Coordinator 2025.docx </a></li></ul>





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Job DescriptionOccupational TherapistSalary: £39,027 - £44,463 per annum&nbsp;Grade: EFixed Term Contract (4 years)37 Hours per Week&nbsp;We have an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to join our highly valued service within Thurrock Adult Social Care &amp; Housing services.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Occupational Therapy Service supports both Adults and Children’s Social Care and is responsible for providing a range of support in accordance with the Local Authorities statutory duties under the Care Act 2014, the Housing and Regeneration Act 2008,&nbsp;Housing Act 2004,&nbsp;and the Children’s and Families Act 2014.The primary function of the service is to undertake an assessment of need within the relevant legislative frameworks above. Occupational Therapy Services work with adults and children of all ages and with a wide range of conditions, looking beyond a person’s diagnoses and limitations; and focusing on the hopes and aspirations of the individual. The service looks at the relationships between the individual, the activities (occupations) they do every day and the environment&nbsp;/ community&nbsp;in which they engage in their occupations.The range of interventions and support can be varied, but is predominately focused on information and advice, exploration of alternative ways of doing the everyday things people do, provision of OT related equipment, minor and major home adaptations, and access to other opportunities or&nbsp;support available within the wider health, housing&nbsp;and social care system.&nbsp;As part of the&nbsp;service, you will be working in a way that is both responsive and proportionate to supporting people to achieve their outcomes, using their own strengths and the strengths of their community also, linking residents with their communities and focusing on what matters&nbsp;rather than what’s the matter, while providing support&nbsp;that is committed to safeguarding the most vulnerable.Occupational Therapy Services are also responsible for the delivery of Integrated Community Equipment&nbsp;Loan&nbsp;Services across Thurrock&nbsp;and&nbsp;in partnership with Essex County Council and relevant Health Partners across the whole of the Essex footprint, supporting access to specialist equipment services for Adults, Children, Special Educational Needs and Health services.Key experience and skills:<ul> <li>Supporting individuals with disability related needs</li> <li>Working within Health and Social Care settings</li> <li>Identifying specialist equipment and home adaptations design</li></ul>Essential Qualification: You will need to hold a recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy (BSc / Dip HE) and be HCPC RegisteredDBS Check: An Enhanced&nbsp;Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check with Adults &amp; Children's Barred List will be required.For further information about the role please contact Gavin Beard,&nbsp;<a href="mailto:GBeard@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">GBeard@thurrock.gov.uk</a>Advert Closing Date<ul> <li>Redeployment Only:&nbsp;18th September 2025</li> <li>Internal &amp; External:&nbsp;28th September 2025</li></ul>Interview Date:&nbsp;To Be ConfirmedTo view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EQPmcrZMERJEq_4hCcj21_IBsaBJ2T_zP1OqFtSqHgj_LQ?e=PgtDAk" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> &nbsp;“If you encounter an error message when opening the Job Profile link please refresh the error page”Application Requirements&nbsp;As part of the Safer Recruitment process, Gap Management is required for all Safeguarding roles.&nbsp;Please complete the Gaps in Employment grid provided (refer to the example document for guidance) and upload it under&nbsp;Miscellaneous Documents&nbsp;as part of your application.&nbsp;&nbsp;If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications. &nbsp;<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EXtYMXeGlbVPjAoxHwfnCuIB6KNWFCXe3i6bJI6MRBQZ-Q?e=dGt2M1" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Form</a><a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Ecz7hL-hyYFGvVpdkZ55ozkBS_giEjpigg97yi5KrF2SVw?e=vKePlG" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Example&nbsp;</a>About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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The job pack, application form and details of how to apply can be found on our website: <a href="https://oliveacademies.org.uk/vacancies/headofacademy" target="_blank">https://oliveacademies.org.uk/vacancies/headofacademy</a>&nbsp;
Please send your completed application form to Lisa Jobson, Office Manager, by the closing date: <a href="mailto:lisa.jobson@oliveacademies.org.uk" target="_blank">lisa.jobson@oliveacademies.org.uk</a>

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Olive Academies
Olive AP Academy - Havering
Inskip Drive,&nbsp;Hornchurch,&nbsp;RM11 3UR
Tel:&nbsp;01708 478892
Website:&nbsp;aphavering.oliveacademies.org.uk&nbsp;&nbsp;
Executive Headteacher:&nbsp;Mr Tony Machin
Head of Academy
Salary: Leadership L19 - L23 (Outer London weighting)
Hours:&nbsp;Full time
Contract:&nbsp;Permanent
Start date: 1st January 2026
We are seeking a Head of Academy who will undertake the day-to-day management and leadership of OA-Havering (OA-Hv) following the transition of the previous Head of Academy to Executive Headteacher. The successful candidate will ensure the vision and values of the trust are delivered so that OA-Hv is a beacon of best practice in the education and care of pupils, who have experienced considerable difficulty in mainstream schools, so that they can re-engage with education, make good progress, achieve academically and, wherever possible, return to a mainstream education. The Head of the Academy will report to the Executive Headteacher.
Other responsibilities include leadership; learning and teaching; managing both people and resources; safeguarding children; managing partnerships within the community, industry and the wider world; accountability and transparency.&nbsp;
How to apply
The job pack, application form and details of how to apply can be found on our website: <a href="https://oliveacademies.org.uk/vacancies/headofacademy" target="_blank">https://oliveacademies.org.uk/vacancies/headofacademy</a>
Please send your completed application form to Lisa Jobson, Office Manager: <a href="mailto:lisa.jobson@oliveacademies.org.uk" target="_blank">lisa.jobson@oliveacademies.org.uk</a>
We welcome visits from potential candidates; please contact the academy on 01708 478892 if you would like to arrange a visit or for a confidential conversation about the post.
Closing time and date: 9am on Monday 6th October 2025
Interview Date: Thursday 9th October and Friday 10th October 2025
Olive Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. To this end, both an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and a Barred List check are required for this role. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups.

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Responsible for carrying out internal and external cleansing works with in the Council’s Housing stock to the agreed service standard/specification 
The post holder will act as first point of contact for the residents in the Neighbourhood and must ensure they deliver a customer focused service in line with best value. 
The post holder will be required to work as part of a team or individually providing services to our customers. 
Key Responsibilities include: 
 
 - Operational 
 
 - Deliver on estate cleansing works including (not limited to) external/ internal maintenance; weed removal, waste overspill removal, bodily fluids, household bulk, mopping, sweeping, litter picking, etc. 
 - Support the caretaking service with reasonable management requests. 
 
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 - Stakeholder Collaboration: 
 
 - Collaborate with internal colleagues, contractors &amp; external organisations to deliver enhancement initiatives. 
 
Contact Details - 
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Dennis Munns on <a href="mailto:dennis.munns@enfield.gov.uk" target="_blank">dennis.munns@enfield.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion or to arrange a visit to the team. 
We do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV. 
We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more. 
Why it's great to work for Enfield Council: 
 
 - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 
 - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas. 
 - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles. 
 - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months. 
 - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods. 
 - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family. 
 - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work. 
 - 1 month's paid sabbatical for registered Social Workers working in Children's Social Care. 
 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 
If you have previously applied for this role within the past 6 months, unfortunately, a second application will not be considered. 
Meridian Water | A major 20 year regeneration programme led by Enfield Council. Bringing 10,000 homes &amp; 6,000 jobs to Enfield, next to the beautiful Lee Valley Regional Park

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Permanent
Full Time, 37 hours per week
£43,431 to £51,095 per annum
Location:&nbsp;Chelmsford&nbsp;
Working Style:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/our-ways-of-working?source=workingforessex.com" target="_blank">Anywhere worker</a>&nbsp;(expectation to attend office typically once per week, dependant on business need)
Closing Date:&nbsp;28th September 2025 (23:59)
Interviews:&nbsp;Scheduled to be held Wednesday 8th and Thursday 9th October*
Drive the Future of Fleet Operations in Essex
Are you a strategic leader with a passion for commercial vehicles, operational excellence, and delivering outstanding service? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where innovation and impact go hand in hand? If so, we want you on our team.
At&nbsp;Essex County Council, we’re seeking a forward-thinking&nbsp;Fleet Manager&nbsp;to lead our Fleet Team and a dedicated team of professionals. This is your opportunity to shape the future of fleet operations—specifying, sourcing, and managing a diverse range of commercial vehicles that support vital public services across the county.
The role will occasionally require travel to meet with suppliers at client sites or other company locations, outside of an ECC base. While not essential, having a valid driving licence and access to a vehicle would be beneficial.
What You’ll Be Doing
No two days are the same. Your role will be central to keeping Essex moving efficiently and safely. You’ll:
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<li>Lead the specification and procurement of commercial vehicles—from light vans to specialist fleet—ensuring they meet operational, environmental, and safety standards.</li>
<li>Collaborate with service teams to design vehicle builds tailored to specific needs, including accessibility, equipment fit-outs, and sustainability goals.</li>
<li>Manage supplier relationships and contracts, overseeing vehicle replacements, leasing agreements, and maintenance schedules.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with all legal and safety requirements, including MOTs, inspections, and fuel card usage.</li>
<li>Use data to monitor fuel efficiency, emissions, and lifecycle costs—driving smarter, greener decisions.</li>
<li>Support your team’s development and wellbeing, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.</li>
<li>Oversee permits for schools and charities, and manage civic duties like the council’s official car and EV vehicles.</li>
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To learn first hand about what a day in the life of a Fleet Manager entails, please click following link&nbsp;<a href="https://workingforessex.com/blog/fleet-manager?source=workingforessex.com" target="_blank">https://workingforessex.com/blog/fleet-manager</a>
What You’ll Need
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<li>A&nbsp;Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)&nbsp;for both Passenger Transport and National Freight.</li>
<li>Proven experience in the&nbsp;motor vehicle industry, particularly with commercial and specialist vehicles.</li>
<li>Strong leadership and people management skills.</li>
<li>Expertise in&nbsp;vehicle specification, procurement, and supplier negotiation.</li>
<li>A data-driven mindset with a knack for process improvement.</li>
<li>Flexibility, resilience, and a proactive approach to change.</li>
<li>Experience supporting diverse teams.</li>
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Why This Role Matters
This role goes beyond fleet management—it’s about enabling essential services. From ensuring a school minibus is road-ready to supporting mobile libraries and community transport, your work will directly impact lives across Essex.
If you're ready to lead with purpose, innovate with impact, and help shape the future of fleet operations -&nbsp;apply now&nbsp;and be part of something that truly matters.
*Interviews&nbsp;are scheduled to be held at our Chelmsford offices on Wednesday 8th and Thursday 9th October for candidates that are progressed to the next stage of the selection process.
For further information or to request a copy of the role profile, please contact us via the following email address:&nbsp;<a href="https://workingforessex.com/apply/fleet-manager-20293?source=workingforessex.com" target="_blank">resourcing.team@essex.gov.uk</a>
To read more about our business area, please visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/role/corporate-services?source=workingforessex.com" target="_blank">Corporate Services and Transformation</a>
Why Essex?
As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents, we’re committed to transformational change and delivering better quality at lower cost. Recognised in the top three of the latest IMPOWER index for productivity, we ensure everyone matters in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.essex.gov.uk/about-council/plans-and-strategies/our-vision-essex/everyones-essex?source=workingforessex.com" target="_blank">Everyone's Essex</a>. With flexible working options and a focus on innovation, whether you are looking to develop your career or contribute to the local community, Essex is the ideal place for you.&nbsp;
In February 2025, Greater Essex was accepted onto the Government’s devolution priority programme, which will see local authorities in Essex work towards establishing a Mayoral Combined County Authority by May 2026. You can read more about&nbsp;<a href="https://workingforessex.com/roles?source=workingforessex.com" target="_blank">devolution and local government reorganisation (LGR)</a>) on our careers site
Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We’re committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process.&nbsp;We’re also committed to interview all&nbsp;veterans&nbsp;and&nbsp;care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying.
Once you’ve secured your role within Essex County Council you will receive many great employee benefits, including support for unpaid carers and flexible working arrangements to accommodate their needs.
At Essex County Council, we value integrity and ethical behaviour. We kindly ask that you embrace our code of conduct and the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-7-principles-of-public-life/the-7-principles-of-public-life--2?source=workingforessex.com" target="_blank">Nolan principles</a>, including throughout the recruitment process. Your commitment to these standards helps us maintain a positive and respectful workplace for everyone.
As part of employment with Essex County Council (ECC) should your role require a DBS check you will be required to register with the DBS update service. The DBS update service ensures all registered DBS certificates are kept up to date and allows authorised parties to view the status of your certificate. This is an annual subscription, and you will be responsible for ensuring this is maintained. For further information on the DBS update service please go to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service?source=workingforessex.com" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service</a>
Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
If you would like to be kept up to date on other relevant opportunities, blogs, news, events and industry related news at Essex County Council, please join&nbsp;<a href="https://essex.talentpool.com/sign-up?utm_source=Cornerstone&amp;utm_medium=Advert&amp;utm_content=Job_Advert&amp;source=workingforessex.com" target="_blank">The Essex Talent Community</a>
If you have queries or require anything further, please email&nbsp;<a href="https://workingforessex.com/apply/fleet-manager-20293?source=workingforessex.com" target="_blank">resourcing.team@essex.gov.uk</a>
Follow us on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/essexcountycouncil?source=workingforessex.com" target="_blank">Facebook</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/essex_cc?source=workingforessex.com" target="_blank">Twitter</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/essex_cc?source=workingforessex.com" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/essex-county-council/?source=workingforessex.com" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>. Further details can be found on our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/?source=workingforessex.com" target="_blank">careers page</a>.
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Fleet Manager
Permanent
Full Time, 37 hours per week
£43,431 to £51,095 per annum
Location: Chelmsford&nbsp;
Working Style: Anywhere worker (expectation to attend office typically once per week, dependant on business need)
Closing Date: 28th September 2025 (23:59)
Interviews: Scheduled to be held Wednesday 8th and Thursday 9th October*
Drive the Future of Fleet Operations in Essex
Are you a strategic leader with a passion for commercial vehicles, operational excellence, and delivering outstanding service? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where innovation and impact go hand in hand? If so, we want you on our team.
At Essex County Council, we’re seeking a forward-thinking Fleet Manager to lead our Fleet Team and a dedicated team of professionals. This is your opportunity to shape the future of fleet operations—specifying, sourcing, and managing a diverse range of commercial vehicles that support vital public services across the county.
The role will occasionally require travel to meet with suppliers at client sites or other company locations, outside of an ECC base. While not essential, having a valid driving licence and access to a vehicle would be beneficial.
What You’ll Be Doing
No two days are the same. Your role will be central to keeping Essex moving efficiently and safely. You’ll:
Lead the specification and procurement of commercial vehicles—from light vans to specialist fleet—ensuring they meet operational, environmental, and safety standards. Collaborate with service teams to design vehicle builds tailored to specific needs, including accessibility, equipment fit-outs, and sustainability goals. Manage supplier relationships and contracts, overseeing vehicle replacements, leasing agreements, and maintenance schedules. Ensure compliance with all legal and safety requirements, including MOTs, inspections, and fuel card usage. Use data to monitor fuel efficiency, emissions, and lifecycle costs—driving smarter, greener decisions. Support your team’s development and wellbeing, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Oversee permits for schools and charities, and manage civic duties like the council’s official car and EV vehicles. To learn first hand about what a day in the life of a Fleet Manager entails, please click following link <a href="https://workingforessex.com/blog/fleet-manager" target="_blank">https://workingforessex.com/blog/fleet-manager</a>
What You’ll Need
A Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) for both Passenger Transport and National Freight. Proven experience in the motor vehicle industry, particularly with commercial and specialist vehicles. Strong leadership and people management skills. Expertise in vehicle specification, procurement, and supplier negotiation. A data-driven mindset with a knack for process improvement. Flexibility, resilience, and a proactive approach to change. Experience supporting diverse teams. Why This Role Matters
This role goes beyond fleet management—it’s about enabling essential services. From ensuring a school minibus is road-ready to supporting mobile libraries and community transport, your work will directly impact lives across Essex.
If you're ready to lead with purpose, innovate with impact, and help shape the future of fleet operations - apply now and be part of something that truly matters.
*Interviews are scheduled to be held at our Chelmsford offices on Wednesday 8th and Thursday 9th October for candidates that are progressed to the next stage of the selection process.
For further information or to request a copy of the role profile, please contact us via the following email address: <a href="mailto:resourcing.team@essex.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing.team@essex.gov.uk</a>
To read more about our business area, please visit: Corporate Services and Transformation
Why Essex?
As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents, we’re committed to transformational change and delivering better quality at lower cost. Recognised in the top three of the latest IMPOWER index for productivity, we ensure everyone matters in Everyone's Essex. With flexible working options and a focus on innovation, whether you are looking to develop your career or contribute to the local community, Essex is the ideal place for you.&nbsp;
In February 2025, Greater Essex was accepted onto the Government’s devolution priority programme, which will see local authorities in Essex work towards establishing a Mayoral Combined County Authority by May 2026. You can read more about devolution and local government reorganisation (LGR)) on our careers site
Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We’re committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process. We’re also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying.
Once you’ve secured your role within Essex County Council you will receive many great employee benefits, including support for unpaid carers and flexible working arrangements to accommodate their needs.
At Essex County Council, we value integrity and ethical behaviour. We kindly ask that you embrace our code of conduct and the Nolan principles, including throughout the recruitment process. Your commitment to these standards helps us maintain a positive and respectful workplace for everyone.
As part of employment with Essex County Council (ECC) should your role require a DBS check you will be required to register with the DBS update service. The DBS update service ensures all registered DBS certificates are kept up to date and allows authorised parties to view the status of your certificate. This is an annual subscription, and you will be responsible for ensuring this is maintained. For further information on the DBS update service please go to <a href="https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service</a>
Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
If you would like to be kept up to date on other relevant opportunities, blogs, news, events and industry related news at Essex County Council, please join The Essex Talent Community
If you have queries or require anything further, please email <a href="mailto:resourcing.team@essex.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing.team@essex.gov.uk</a>
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Medway Council are seeking an experienced Deputy Manager for their rated “Good in all areas” children’s home located in beautiful Upnor, in Medway. The home was described as having a “highly skilled positive team where all the children are happy, safe and making progress”. The amazing home is set in an acre of beautiful grounds on the edge of Upnor and is registered to be a “place called home” up to 5 children aged 11-17.You will be part of the wider Children’s commissioning team giving you a wide range of support and opportunities and will work with a dynamic staff team and have access to a range of training and development opportunities.You will work alongside the Registered Manager and the management in motivating and leading a staff team to ensure the highest level of care is provided to children with behavioural and emotional difficulties.<h4>About you</h4><ul><li>You will hold an NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare and be committed to attaining the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management.</li><li>You will have proven experience in the supervision and management of staff working in a care role.</li><li>You will have significant experience of working in a residential children's home.</li><li>You must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work purpose.</li></ul><h4>To Apply</h4><ul><li>If you feel you are highly motivated, resilient, and passionate about enhancing the lives of our children and young people then we would love to hear from you.</li><li>For an informal discussion about the role please call Jessie Hammell, Registered Manager on 01634 338531.</li><li>Please click on the link at the bottom of the advert to apply online.</li><li>This post is subject to an enhanced Children’s DBS check.</li></ul><h4>Career Progression Framework</h4>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C. When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached. The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview. Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A. Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. Eden House are seeking to appoint a Deputy Manager. You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role. You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs. <h4>Our organisation</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<h4>Important Information</h4>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Deputy Manager - Eden House

We are currently recruiting Social Workers to join our Children's Social Work Team. We are proud to be ‘Good’ in Medway and are determined to build on the great work that has been done so far to improve the services for our children, young people and families.Recent promotions, following our investment in new Assistant Team Managers across the service, mean we are now looking for passionate social workers who can commit to making a difference to our children in Medway.Children matter in Medway, and so do you. It’s an exciting time to join us as we offer competitive pay and conditions and hybrid working. We are committed to helping you to grow and develop throughout your career and reach your full potential. Our practice development offer along with management capacity across our teams, ensures you will be guided, supported and cared for.Whether you have recently completed your ASYE or have worked in children’s social work for some years we would love you to join us on our ongoing journey. You will be joining an experienced and dedicated social work team who have relationship and strengths-based work with children and families at the core of their practice.Experienced Social Workers (with 2+ years post qualifying experience) will be offered a package of up to £51,329 per annum (inclusive of market premia + £3,000 per annum retention payment).Social Workers with less than 2 years’ service will be offered a package of up to £46,956 per annum (inclusive of market premia + £2,000 per annum retention payment).Join us and #Make a Difference…<h4>Our Offer</h4><ul><li>We are proud to offer a range of benefits including –</li><li>A generous annual leave entitlement up to 30 days plus bank holidays</li><li>An excellent local government pension scheme</li><li>An essential car user allowance with option to apply for a lease car after six months.</li><li>Free car parking</li><li>Hybrid working - enabling you to work from home/office (minimum of 2 days per week will be required in the office). Assessment Teams are office based for duty weeks.</li><li>Relocation package of up to £8,000</li><li>A range of staff benefits and discounts including access to fantastic discounts and savings on shops and services, travel discounts, health and wellbeing support, and an employee assistance service.</li><li>Access to professional development and support including Community Care Inform.</li><li>Hybrid working style</li></ul><h4>About You</h4><ul><li>You will hold a recognised Social Work qualification eg. Degree in Social Work, PGC in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW or equivalent and be registered with Social Work England.</li><li>You will have successfully completed your ASYE </li><li>You will have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li><li>For further information on the qualifications, skills and experience required, please refer to the Job Profile and Person Specification.</li><li>Additional Information</li><li>For an informal discussion, please don't hesitate to contact one of the recruiting managers below. Alternatively, please email the recruitment team on <a href="mailto:cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk</a>. </li><li>Suzanne Mehmet, Head of Service (Children's Social Work Teams) - 01634 334470</li><li>Sharon Ward, Service Manager (Children's Social Work Teams) - 01634 331214</li><li>Susan Akinyele, Service Manager (Children's Social Work Teams) - 01634 333704</li><li>To apply please click on the ‘Apply Online’ button at the top of this advert.</li><li>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</li><li>This position is subject to an Enhanced Children’s DBS Check.</li><li>For more information on our roles within Children’s Services please visit <a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/childrenservicesjobs" target="_blank">https://www.medway.gov.uk/childrenservicesjobs</a></li></ul>Please consider the application guidance when submitting your application.Please note that all recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in hard copy format, please contact the Children's Services Recruitment Team on 01634 332211 or email <a href="mailto:cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk</a> If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.<h4>Important Information</h4> Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<h4>Our organisation</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Social Worker - Childrens Social Work Team

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About the role 
 
We are looking for an External Funding Officer to join the Policy, Project and Improvement team. 
 
You will be expected to work across the Council, supporting services to successfully secure increased levels of external funding. As part of this role, you will be expected: 
 
 - To lead a proactive, strategic horizon scanning function to identify and assess current and emerging external funding opportunities aligned with council priorities. 
 - To work with services across the Council and develop partnerships to strengthen bid prospects and maximise funding outcomes. 
 - To provide clear recommendations to services, using data and expertise, on whether they should bid for external funding. 
 - To develop and manage data on planned and active bids and application success rates, to develop a clear picture of performance to present to senior managers and members. 
 - To identify, broker and manage strategic partnerships with external stakeholders to strengthen the Council’s funding bids and project delivery. 
 
This is a permanent full-time appointment, primarily based at Enfield Civic Centre, London EN1. Flexible working requests will be given consideration. 
 
About you 
 
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual with a commitment to making a difference to our borough. 
 
You will need proven experience in securing external funding, ideally for a local authority. You will need comprehensive knowledge of major UK, regional and NGO funding programmes and emerging funding initiatives, in the wider context of central government policies. 
 
You will need excellent communication skills and able to build relationships with senior stakeholders and elected members, providing evidence-based recommendations for bidding decisions. You will be able to manage competing priorities and have strong project management experience. 
 
About Enfield 
 
Enfield is increasingly one of the most diverse parts of London, with all the benefits this brings us across our communities, culture, heritage and local economy. We also benefit from incredibly diverse landscapes - from the urban centres of Edmonton, Southgate, Palmers Green and Enfield Town, to our rural areas and farmland in the north of the borough. We deliver award-winning environmental programmes which are enhancing our green spaces and waterways, helping London in our journey to net zero and adapt to a changing climate. We have some of the most exciting transformational regeneration projects happening anywhere in the United Kingdom; and are delivering essential services and working with our partners to improve the life chances of our residents. 
 
Contact Details 
 
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Lucy Nasby on 020 8132 3001 for an informal discussion. 
 
If you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact Andrea Walkerdine at <a href="mailto:andrea.walkerdine@enfield.gov.uk" target="_blank">andrea.walkerdine@enfield.gov.uk</a> or on 020 8132 1022. 
 
We do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV. 
 
We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more. 
 
Why it's great to work for Enfield Council: 
 
 - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 
 - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas. 
 - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles. 
 - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months. 
 - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods. 
 - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family. 
 - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work. 
 - 1 month's paid sabbatical for registered Social Workers working in Children's Social Care. 
 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 
 
If you have previously applied for this role within the past 6 months, unfortunately, a second application will not be considered.

External Funding 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.



Do you have a passion for Media and want to inspire the next generation? Whether you’re already working in education and looking for your next role, or if you’re working in industry and looking to change your career path, we have an exciting opportunity for Lecturer’s to join our Media curriculum team, for the 2025/26 academic year.
Sharing your knowledge to unlock potential whilst guiding our learners through their studies, you’ll work as part of the curriculum team to create and deliver lessons across a range of qualification levels, inspiring achievement and the best possible outcomes. The successful candidate will be a team player, an excellent communicator, and able to maintain a proactive approach to managing deadlines, whilst retaining a high standard of delivery.
The Media department has courses ranging from Level 2 to Level 4 and has three main pathways: Digital Journalism, Content Creation and TV and Film. Lecturers utilise our excellent facilities including equipment store comprising of a range of camera, lighting and sound equipment as well as two sound suites, used for podcasting and radio broadcast, as well as two video production studios to ensure our learners are industry ready.
We are currently looking for the ideal candidate to bring industry knowledge and practical experience to the Level 3 Content Creation, Digital Journalism and Level 4 courses within the Media department. These pathways focus on creating purposeful, multimedia content for various platforms to engage different audiences – such as marketing and factual narratives - as well as developing technical and practical skills in using various equipment and software.
The Role:
Where you’ll work: This role is based at our Dartford campus.
Your hours: 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per annum (1 FTE)
Your pay: £35,862 to £44,121 per annum full time equivalent, dependent on qualifications and experience.
Your Contract: This is a 1 year Fixed Term contract for 25/26 academic year
The College:
North Kent College (including Hadlow College) is proudly rated as an Ofsted ‘Good’ provider, with ‘Outstanding’ learner behaviours and attitudes (April 2024). With four campuses across Kent and 4,000 students, we strive to equip the young people who study here with an inclusive and innovative education experience to enhance their future career prospects, which, as noted by Ofsted, is supported through our high-quality, industry standard facilities. Each and every staff member plays a key part in delivering the success of our learners’ experience, and we want those who join our curriculum and support teams to share our passion in achieving this.
The Benefits:
In addition to a competitive salary, you can expect the following as a Lecturer at NKC:
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<li>42 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time contracts).</li>
<li>Enrolment onto the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS), one of the most generous in the country.</li>
<li>Access to free parking and a number of onsite facilities, including gyms, restaurants and coffee shops.</li>
<li>CPD and support from our in-house Teaching &amp; Learning team, who coach, train, and guide our Lecturers through their teaching journey, from unqualified and new to teaching to qualified and experienced.</li>
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How to Apply:
If this sounds like the next role for you, please visit the North Kent College staff vacancies page to see the full job description and apply.
Please note that the closing date for applications is 22nd September 2025, with interviews scheduled to take place 1st October 2025. 
North Kent College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff have a responsibility to share and maintain this commitment. In line with the requirements of ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, appropriate safeguarding checks (including an enhanced DBS check) will be undertaken on all individuals selected for appointment. Posts at the College, a specified establishment where the work gives opportunity for contact with children, are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. It is an offence to apply for a post which involves engaging in regulated activity relevant to children if you are barred from doing so. Please be advised that, again in line with ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, shortlisted candidates (who wish to accept an invite to interview) will be required to complete and submit prior to their interview a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. Further guidance / information from the Ministry of Justice can be found on GOV.UK.

Lecturer in Media

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We’re looking for an experienced Executive Support Manager to provide high-impact support to our Executive Director, Environment &amp; Communities, and the Departmental Management Team (DMT). You’ll run a first-class executive office, lead our PA network, and drive cross cutting projects that move the Directorate forward. 
The role 
 
 - Executive office lead, act as Executive Assistant to the Executive Director, managing day-to-day office operations and drafting high quality letters, briefings and reports for senior officers and Members. 
 - Team leadership, line-manage the PA network supporting Three Directors and Three Heads of Service, ensuring clear objectives, performance, development and wellbeing for 2–3 direct reports. 
 - Governance &amp; meetings, coordinate Cabinet Member, budget-holder and cross-departmental meetings; set agendas, prepare papers, record decisions and track follow through to completion. 
 - Corporate reporting, oversee Cabinet Member Reports, Operational Reports, Cabinet and Scrutiny submissions, presenting when required. 
 - Senior representation, represent the Executive Director/DMT at key meetings and prepare briefings with the Chief Executive, Members and senior officers. 
 - Project delivery, lead cross-cutting projects from concept to completion, coordinating senior stakeholders across Council locations. 
 - Budget management, manage the Executive Director’s Office budget, liaise with external contractors/consultants and ensure compliance with financial regulations. 
 
About you 
You’re a proactive organiser and confident decision maker who thrives in a complex, fast paced environment. You bring: 
 
 - Proven experience delivering change and projects from definition through to implementation, with strong planning, prioritisation and risk awareness. 
 - Outstanding communication, able to influence at senior levels and produce clear, accurate written work; excellent spoken English when advising the public. 
 - Leadership &amp; integrity, a role-model who sets high standards, manages performance fairly, and handles sensitive information with absolute confidentiality. 
 - Collaborative style, skilled at building networks and working across services to get results; politically aware and customer focused. 
 - Digital confidence, comfortable with Microsoft Office and management information tools. 
 - Qualifications, Secretarial/PA or Business Administration (or equivalent experience). Flexibility to work hours aligned to the Executive Office. 
 
Contact Details - 
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Massimo Avrili-Booth on 02081322455 for an informal discussion. 
 
If you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact Andy Kingsbury, Recruitment &amp; Onboarding Advisor on 0208 078 5976 or <a href="mailto:andy.kingsbury@enfield.gov.uk" target="_blank">andy.kingsbury@enfield.gov.uk</a> 
We do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV. 
We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more. 
Why it's great to work for Enfield Council: 
 
 - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 
 - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas. 
 - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles. 
 - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months. 
 - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods. 
 - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family. 
 - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work. 
 - 1 month paid sabbatical for Children’s Social Workers 
 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 
If you have previously applied for this role within the past 6 months, unfortunately, a second application will not be considered.

Executive Support Manager

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The Success for All Educational Trust
The Royal Liberty School&nbsp;
Upper Brentwood Road, Romford, Essex RM2 6HJ
Tel:&nbsp;01708 730141
Fax:&nbsp;01708 723950
Headteacher:&nbsp;Mr L Raftery BSc (Hons), MA, NPQH
Pastoral Head of Year
Hours: 36 hours per week, 38 weeks per year plus 1 week (to be made up over the year) and 6.2 weeks paid annual leave
Grade: SO1 Point 23-25
Actual Salary:&nbsp; £33,162 - £34,046 per annum.&nbsp;
Contract:&nbsp;&nbsp;Permanent
Required: October/November 2025 or possibly earlier for the correct candidate
The Royal Liberty School where “Staff know their pupils very well, and as a result, pupils are happy and safe.&nbsp; Pupils are polite, respectful and mature and value diversity and equality.” (OFSTED February 2024)
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Head of Year (non-teaching) to join our supportive and successful team. &nbsp;’The school has very high expectations of pupils’ conduct and behaviour, which pupils rise to.’ The school provides a very high level of pastoral care for pupils. (OFSTED February 2024).
Would you like to move your career forward in a friendly environment with eager students and support from an experienced leadership team, in one of the most improving, forward thinking schools in our Local Authority?
Staff morale is high and so is that of our students and their community. Our school mantra is “Where boys are ambitious, where boys succeed” and we are dedicated to making this a reality. Our staff turnover is low because they come to us and realise just how much we invest in developing them to become the best they can be. There are excellent opportunities for people who work hard and effort is often recognised in career development. Our CPD programme and collegiate approach are highly effective.
We seek an inspiring, motivated and enthusiastic person to fulfil the role of a ‘Pastoral Head of Year’ to join us. We want someone who is caring, forward-thinking, a team player and has the ability to work with all stakeholders.
Our results are impressive with the majority of subjects consistently above national average;
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<li>English 9-4 82%</li>
<li>Maths 9-4 82%</li>
<li>English and Maths 9-4 78%</li>
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If you are looking to advance your career in a small, friendly supportive school and are committed to providing the very best experience for our students we would love to meet you.&nbsp; If you would like to speak to the Headteacher, Mr L. Raftery, please feel free to contact the school.&nbsp; We welcome visitors to the school from potential applicants.&nbsp;
As an employee you will be covered by our excellent well-being support and medical cover programme through MyMedicash.&nbsp;
This includes;
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<li>Claim back the cost of your dental bills or new glasses (up to your annual limit)</li>
<li>Wide range of therapy treatments covered, including physiotherapy</li>
<li>Access to payment for private specialist consultations</li>
<li>mProve, Physio &amp; SkinVision included</li>
<li>Options to upgrade and include your partner via personal direct debit</li>
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As an employee you will be covered by our excellent well-being support and medical cover programme through MyMedicash.&nbsp;
This includes;
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<li>Claim back the cost of your dental bills or new glasses (up to your annual limit)</li>
<li>Wide range of therapy treatments covered, including physiotherapy</li>
<li>Access to payment for private specialist consultations</li>
<li>mProve, Physio &amp; SkinVision included</li>
<li>Options to upgrade and include your partner via personal direct debit</li>
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As an employer we are committed to promoting career development and recognise hard work and effort.&nbsp; This is evident in the attached staff testimonials.&nbsp; In addition to ongoing CPD we will also provide;
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<li>Support towards achieving further qualifications</li>
<li>Leadership programmes (NPQML, NPQSL, NPQH and PiXL Leadership Programme)</li>
<li>Progression opportunities</li>
<li>Teacher Training Programme</li>
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Further details can be downloaded from our website <a href="http://www.royalliberty.co.uk" target="_blank">www.royalliberty.co.uk</a>&nbsp; or from <a href="mailto:hr@sfaet.co.uk" target="_blank">hr@sfaet.co.uk</a>&nbsp; T: 01708 730141
Please apply via “Mynewterm” which can be accessed by clicking the following link :<a href="https://mynewterm.com/trust/Success-for-All-Educational-Trust/143877" target="_blank">Apply here</a>
Closing Date:&nbsp; 25th September 2025 at 9am
Interviews:&nbsp; Week commencing 29th September 2025
PLEASE NOTE:We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient suitable applications for the role. If you are interested in the role, please submit your application as early as possible. The use of AI is strictly forbidden to assist in any way with the interview/application process.
We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless of gender, gender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.&nbsp; The Royal Liberty School is an equal opportunities employer.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The Royal Liberty School

Pastoral Head of Year

Parking Services are looking for an enthusiastic Processing Officer to assist in the provision of an efficient and effective parking enforcement system thereby contributing to the Medway’s commitment to its community and environment. This person will assist in the processing of the penalty charge system and issuing of Parking Permits. You must have excellent customer services experience, be able to work as part of a team, and be able to work under pressure at times.If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please call Jayne Webb 01634 331761.Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C. When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached. The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview. Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A. Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. Transport and Parking are seeking a Parking Processing Appeals Officer to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs. Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileFor further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Parking Processing Appeals Officer

Are you a passionate and experienced social work leader ready to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people in care?Medway Council is seeking a dynamic Service Manager to lead two dedicated teams within our Children in Care Service. This is a pivotal role where you’ll drive high-quality, evidence-based social work practice, champion the voice of children and young people, and lead service improvements that make a real difference.This is a 12 month fixed term post. <h4>Key Responsibilities</h4><ul><li>Lead, manage and motivate social work teams to deliver outstanding care and support.</li><li>Be passionate and focused on achieving timely permanence for the children in our care; </li><li>Embed the Signs of Safety practice model across the service.</li><li>Oversee performance, quality assurance, and budget management.</li><li>Support recruitment and retention of staff through effective supervision and development.</li><li>Represent the service in strategic meetings and deputise for the Head of Service when required.</li><li>Promote equality, inclusion, and anti-discriminatory practice in all aspects of the role.</li></ul> <h4>What We’re Looking For</h4><ul><li>A qualified social worker registered with Social Work England.</li><li>Significant post-qualification experience in children’s services, including child protection and court work.</li><li>Proven leadership in managing social work teams and driving service improvement.</li><li>Strong understanding of relevant legislation, safeguarding frameworks, and practice models.</li><li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and partnership-building skills.</li><li>A commitment to listening to and acting on the voices of children and young people.</li></ul> <h4>Why Join Us?</h4><ul><li>Be part of a forward-thinking Corporate Parenting Service.</li><li>Work in a supportive environment that values innovation and continuous learning.</li><li>Access to professional development and leadership opportunities.</li><li>Flexible working arrangements and a strong commitment to work-life balance.</li><li>A chance to shape services that support some of Medway’s most vulnerable children and families.</li></ul> <h4>Additional Requirements</h4><ul><li>Enhanced DBS check</li><li>Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use</li></ul>Ready to lead with purpose and make a difference? Apply now and help us build brighter futures for children in care. <h4>Our organisation:</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<h4>Important Information-</h4>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Service Manager - Children in Care

Would you like to work for a 'Good' local authority - one with an established management team, committed to developing excellent practice and ensuring that our staff receive the best support we can offer? These are exciting time to join our service: alongside making a difference to the lives of individuals and families, we have adopted exciting new strengths-based approaches and are passionate about delivering continuous service improvement. We are committed to driving forward the Kinship Strategy and championing the Family First agenda with a focus on identifying and assessing the child's wider network to determine suitability for care, with specific focus on Kinship foster care or Special Guardianship.We are looking for diverse and dynamic Team Manager, to lead the Kinship Assessments and Post Order Support Team. We are specifically looking for a positive attitude, and a focus on quality and analytical practice, which evidences safe placements within children's networks.The Kinship Assessment Team completes a variety of assessments within the kinship pathway, including Viability assessments, Regulation 24 and 25 assessments, Kinship Fostering Assessments and SGO Assessments through both private and public law. The Kinship assessment team also manages the post order support work with the special guardians. Our team is very experienced, highly supportive, friendly and passionate about what we do.We put families first and work to maintain children within their extended family where possible, supporting the Kinship Strategy. Our brilliant practitioners are at the heart of our ambitious approach to improve outcomes for children and families in Medway as Children Matter in Medway. <h4>About You</h4><ul><li>You will be registered with Social Work England</li><li>Have a minimum of 5 years post qualifying experience working with children and families</li><li>Have experience in management/leadership</li><li>Hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work purposes</li></ul> <h4>Our organisation:</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<h4>Important Information-</h4>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Team Manager - Kinship and Post Order Support Team

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Are you up for a challenge? We are looking for an enthusiastic, IT literate, motivated individual to work as a Housing Scheme Officer within our Housing Scheme &amp; Finance team. This is an exciting opportunity, working in a specialist intensive housing management team which is responsible for delivering a comprehensive customer centred enhanced housing management support service through its day to day management of Dartford Borough Council’s sheltered properties for older people. Please note that this is a remote worker role, based in and around Dartford’s sheltered housing schemes, and so efficient use of your time is essential to successfully achieve the many and varied tasks you will be responsible for throughout the day.
Previous experience in a similar role is desirable, as is an in-depth understanding of safeguarding issues, but full training will be provided to the successful applicant.&nbsp; Other key duties include signposting tenants to support services and helping tenants to maintain their independence.&nbsp; Managing low level anti-social behaviour from a variety of sources (not just the occupants of the building) is also an essential part of this role, as well as undertaking property management inspections and assisting with rent arrears recovery. You must be a good communicator who is able to plan and deliver your own agreed work programme, whilst working with and supporting your team colleagues.
You must be able to evidence the following skills and experience:
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<li>Efficient administration and exceptional organisation;</li>
<li>Self-motivation;</li>
<li>Excellent communication, both written and orally;</li>
<li>Health &amp; safety management within a communal living setting;</li>
<li>An understanding of Data Protection (GDPR) in a confidential working environment;</li>
<li>Confidence, enthusiasm, empathy and a flexible approach;</li>
<li>IT literacy, including Microsoft and Housing Management systems;</li>
<li>Participation in the out of hours Emergency Standby Call Out Duty Rota (mandatory) and requires a 20 minute response time.</li>
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A full driving licence and access to your own car is required for this post. This role is based on site, and Home Working / Hybrid Working therefore does not apply.
Please note, previous applicants need not re-apply
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date.&nbsp; Please apply early to avoid disappointment.

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Housing Scheme Officer

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About the role 
We are looking for a Projects and Improvement Manager to join the Policy, Project and Improvement team. 
You will be expected to work across the Council, engaging with individual colleagues, teams elected members, residents and other stakeholders to support the effective delivery of the Council Plan priorities. As part of this role, you will be expected: 
 
 - To plan, manage and deliver a range of complex and strategically important projects. 
 
 - To work across the Council with relevant project sponsors, delivering agreed project outcomes and allocating resources within agreed budgets, while ensuring a consistent corporate approach. 
 
 - To monitor and provide regular project progress updates to Council, Cabinet, Scrutiny Panels, Executive Management Team, Directorate Management Teams and other managers and staff across the organisation. 
 
 - To provide guidance and challenge to individual project sponsors on the most effective approaches to project delivery, as well as insight on best practice and innovative ideas for transitional and post-implementation service delivery. 
 
This is a permanent full-time appointment, primarily based at Enfield Civic Centre, London EN1. Flexible working requests will be given consideration. 
About you 
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual with a commitment to making a difference to our borough. 
You will need excellent communication skills and strong project management experience. You will have strong knowledge of innovative approaches to transforming services in local government and their practical application. You will be able to influence, negotiate and persuade peers and more senior stakeholders to pursue desired courses of action that will help deliver projects, enhance services and fulfil corporate priorities. 
About Enfield 
Enfield is increasingly one of the most diverse parts of London, with all the benefits this brings us across our communities, culture, heritage and local economy. We also benefit from incredibly diverse landscapes - from the urban centres of Edmonton, Southgate, Palmers Green and Enfield Town, to our rural areas and farmland in the north of the borough. We deliver award-winning environmental programmes which are enhancing our green spaces and waterways, helping London in our journey to net zero and adapt to a changing climate. We have some of the most exciting transformational regeneration projects happening anywhere in the United Kingdom; and are delivering essential services and working with our partners to improve the life chances of our residents. 
Contact Details 
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Lucy Nasby on 020 8132 3001 for an informal discussion. 
Application Details 
We do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV. 
We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more. 
Why it's great to work for Enfield Council: 
 
 - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 
 - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas. 
 - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles. 
 - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months. 
 - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods. 
 - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family. 
 - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work. 
 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Projects and Improvement Manager

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Are you up for a challenge? Environmental Crime, such as Fly Tipping and Littering, is becoming a national issue but Dartford Borough Council are dealing with this problem robustly and are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated individual to join our extremely busy Environmental Crime Enforcement Team.&nbsp; We are looking for someone, ideally, with an enforcement background, capable of working on their own but who is also a strong team player who can fit into a busy multi- agency environment.
Waste, Public Realm &amp; Enforcement Services is a multi service environment and you will also be involved, on occasions, with the work of other officers who deal with enforcement, parks and open spaces, events, licencing and town centre business crime partnerships. On occasions, you may deputise for the senior environmental enforcement officer, attend and contribute at regular information and best practice meetings, with other regional borough environmental enforcement teams, the KCC intelligence team, when required. Previous experience of working in a law enforcement, security, community safety or similar role is desirable as is dealing with the public in, sometimes, difficult situations with the ability to stay calm under pressure. Relevant knowledge of environmental crime legislation would be advantageous, but more important is the ability to be confident, diplomatic and assertive. Good ICT skills are required together with the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. You should also enjoy analysing information and problem solving as this will be an integral part of the role.
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<li>You should be capable of carrying out detailed investigations and interviews, often in partnership with the Police or Environment Agency, to tackle fly tipping and other environmental crime offences.</li>
<li>You will be required to prepare case files and attend Court to give evidence.</li>
<li>The interviewing of alleged offenders, statement taking, case file preparation/case building along with intelligence gathering, and dissemination, court attendance and giving evidence are key elements of this position.</li>
<li>You will be involved in promoting public awareness of environmental crime issues as well as other duties that may include dealing with unauthorised encampments, fly grazing, public space protection orders and offences associated with Civil Enforcement.</li>
<li>You should be conversant with relevant legislation and guidance such as the Environmental Protection Act 1990, Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984, the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 and the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014.</li>
<li>You will be required to operate both on foot and in a vehicle, performing duties such as visiting sites of fly tipping and fly posting etc. to obtain and record evidence.</li>
<li>You will be required to take the appropriate enforcement actions, such as serving of a summons to court or issuing Fixed Penalty Notices for environmental crime offences.</li>
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Some evening, weekend and Bank Holiday working may be required for which a 10% allowance is paid. You should have a full, clean driving licence as you may, on occasions, be required to use your own vehicle, for which an allowance will be paid.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date.&nbsp; Please apply early to avoid disappointment.

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