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Homeless Officers
£36,189 to £39,390 + Benefits + Flexible Working
Full time | 1x Permanent / 1x Fixed Term
Chelmsford / Hybrid
Ref: REQ00002789
Chelmsford City Council’s Strategic Housing Service is recruiting two Homeless Officers to join our busy Homeless Team, working with people to prevent homelessness and make decisions as to the Council’s duties under the homelessness legislation.
This is a challenging role but one that is also very rewarding, with the knowledge that you are working with others to make a real difference to help those in difficult situations.
The successful applicants will have the necessary skills to apply a customer-focused, proactive problem-solving approach in order to successfully work with people experiencing homelessness and those with complex needs. Effective decision-making skills, case management experience and the ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines are essential criteria of the role.
The base for working is the Council’s Civic Centre offices, with the option to work from home.
There are two positions available, one permanent and one an 18-month fixed term / internal secondment position - both working 37 hours per week.
For more information and to apply, please visit our vacancies page.
Closing date: 21st December 2025.
Interview dates: 12th &amp; 13th January 2026.
Please note should sufficient applications be received prior to the closing date, we may close the role for applications early. Previous applicants need not apply.
As an accredited Essex Family Friendly Employer, this full-time role can be job-shared or part-time if we can fill the remaining hours. Please mention this in your supporting statement if you are interested.
Chelmsford City Council is committed to safeguarding vulnerable groups and expects all employees to share this commitment and have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services. The Council's Safer Recruitment process contains pre-employment checks which includes safeguarding training, obtaining references and ensuring compliance with Disclosure and Barring Service process.

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Project Officer - Fixed termTendringFixed Term, Full Time£42,839 - £46,142Location: Clacton on SeaClosing Date: 16th December 2025 Essex County Council are delighted to be supporting Tendring District Council in the recruitment of a Project Officer - Fixed Term.Please do not apply to this role on the Working for Essex site OR click on any of the APPLY here links.Please apply using the following link: <a href="https://ce1010li.webitrent.com/ce1010li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/etrec179gf.open?WVID=0179600Ax5&amp;LANG=USA&amp;VACANCY_ID=75333518C3" target="_blank">Apply here</a>Main responsibilities:<ul><li>Contract type: Fixed-term (through to 11 November 2026, potential extension subject to review of Project Delivery Unit budget in spring 2026)</li><li>Tendring District Council are looking for a proactive and organised individual to join our Project Delivery Unit as a Projects Officer, providing essential support for a range of capital and regeneration projects. This role plays a key part in delivering improvements to the built environment and supporting initiatives that make a real difference to our communities.</li><li>You will be a self-starter, able to work without direct supervision and seize the initiative and opportunities for maximising project benefits and outcomes, as they present themselves. You will be familiar working as part of a team to deliver major capital projects, comfortable working in a local authority environment, and able to balance your time and workload across multiple workstreams.</li><li>You will hold a Level 4/5 Project Management qualification (equivalent experience also considered), a track record successfully delivering projects in complex, collaborative teams, and a consistent record of providing high quality outputs within a team and building success through effective and productive working relationships.</li></ul>For a copy of the job description, please email <a>louise.butler@essex.gov.uk</a>Please apply using the following link: <a href="https://ce1010li.webitrent.com/ce1010li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/etrec179gf.open?WVID=0179600Ax5&amp;LANG=USA" target="_blank">Job search</a>

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We are looking for a confident, motivated, outgoing and highly literate individual to join our Planning Enforcement Team. The successful applicant will investigate complex alleged breaches of planning control under the Town and Country Planning Act, carry out research, prepare reports recommending action, liaise with elected Members and members of&nbsp;the public, and take any formal action that is expedient. There may be a need for you to carry out formal interviews, attend Courts and Public Inquiries and to serve formal notices.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills are essential, as well as the confidence to carry out investigations in challenging circumstances. The successful applicant will need to be pro-active and have strong organisational and analytical skills to undertake investigative research, maintain precise records and produce well written and detailed reports and appeal statements. You will need to have a comprehensive knowledge of Town Planning legislation and experience of dealing with complex planning matters with minimal supervision.
The successful applicant will be required to work 37 hours per week. We would also consider applicants who are interested in working as part of a job share. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required, and it is essential you have the use of a car and hold a full UK driving licence or equivalent.
Please note should sufficient applications be received prior to the closing date, we may close the role for applications early.
As an accredited Essex Family Friendly Employer, this full-time role can be job-shared or part-time if we can fill the remaining hours. Please mention this in your supporting statement. if you are interested. For more details please visit: <a href="https://www.essex.gov.uk/family-friendly-charter" target="_blank">https://www.essex.gov.uk/family-friendly-charter</a>.
Chelmsford City Council is committed to safeguarding vulnerable groups and expects all employees to share this commitment and have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services. The Council's Safer Recruitment process contains pre-employment checks which includes safeguarding training, obtaining references and ensuring compliance with Disclosure and Barring Service process.

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Shape the Future of Essex. Drive climate action. Deliver for our communities.Essex is on the government's Priority Programme for Local Government Reform, one of the most ambitious and complex reform programmes in the UK. At the heart of this radical transformation is a bold vision: to reshape local government and public service delivery across Greater Essex including the creation of a Mayoral Combined Authority. By 2028 there will be the reorganisation of the current two-tier system of fifteen Councils into fewer new unitary councils.This is a rare opportunity for Essex County Council (ECC) and our partners to co-create a new model of local government. One that is rooted in neighbourhood, integrates key services, offers greater choice to communities, and is built on collaboration with partners including Health, Police, and Fire services. Within this context of transformation, Essex County Council is seeking a visionary, delivery-focused, and resilient leader to take on a senior role at the heart of our organisational strategy. With an ambitious agenda on highways, environment, waste, customer and sustainable growth, Essex will need world-class infrastructure that meets the needs of our communities and supports a greener future.The RoleReporting to the Chief Executive and working closely with other Executive Directors, together, you will act as an effective communicator and strong team player to formulate corporate policy objectives and ensure the effective corporate management of ECC. This highly visible and demanding position will be central to our ambitious agenda for climate action and sustainable growth, ensuring world-class transport and waste infrastructure that meets community needs. You will lead a diverse portfolio of services, including:<ul><li>Climate Action Strategy - driving forward our commitment to sustainability and net zero.</li><li>Waste Services - overseeing our in-house operations and shaping future infrastructure.</li><li>Highways &amp; Transportation - managing significant supplier contracts and ensuring world-class transport solutions.</li><li>Customer Services - delivering universal and regulated services that put residents first.</li></ul>Your leadership will influence how Essex develops sustainable transport and waste infrastructure to meet the needs of our communities now and in the future.As Executive Director, you will need to bring a strong commercial focus to the diverse range of functions within the scope of the role, with a solid background of operational experience. This role demands imagination, delivery focus, and the ability to navigate political complexity while inspiring others to visualise and build a better future.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead delivery strategy for all services in the portfolio, setting clear performance targets aligned to organisational priorities and informed by local, national, and global insight. </li><li>Ensure efficient, responsive services for residents and stakeholders, reducing demand through smart design and engagement. </li><li>Deliver ambitious strategies, to shape Essex as a place, which align to the organisational strategy and to create conditions to manage the major infrastructure and environmental challenges of the future</li><li>Represent Essex nationally, building strong networks and partnerships to influence policy and secure progress on infrastructure and environment. </li><li>Champion customer services, ensuring alignment with council priorities and promoting digital innovation, commercial approaches, and service redesign. </li><li>Foster collaboration and innovation, recognising Essex's socio-economic diversity and strengthening community partnerships. </li></ul>What We're Looking ForWe're seeking a strategic, imaginative, and politically astute leader who can thrive in complexity and drive positive culture, teams and results. You will bring:<ul><li>Experience within at least two of the following: Highways and transportation, waste management, climate, energy, flooding, environment, and customer. </li><li>A proven track record of leadership skills, forging strong diverse teams and achieving strategic objectives in rapidly changing environments. </li><li>Exceptional communication skills with ability to develop networks and partnerships which create inspiring action that benefits the residents, communities, and businesses of Essex, influencing both strategically and corporately in a complex organisation with senior stakeholders and partners, across government and nationally. </li><li>Demonstrable experience of developing and delivering functional strategy across a diverse range of services, integrating change and considering the impact of external forces. Evidence of leading and inspiring teams, setting high standards and expectations in terms of performance and delivery </li><li>Strong programme management and commercial experience from delivering projects at scale, working with supply chains and partners, with evidence of a clear understanding of the financial responsibilities associated with major programmes. </li><li>A deep commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusive leadership. </li></ul>

Executive Director, Place and Customer

Care Support Worker – Help People Live Their Best Lives Every Day Do you love making a difference? Are you the kind of person who brings warmth, energy, and compassion wherever you go? As a Care Support Worker at Peabody, you’ll be a vital part of someone’s journey—helping them live independently, confidently, and joyfully.Whether it’s supporting with daily routines, encouraging hobbies, or simply being a kind presence, you’ll help people feel safe, heard, and empowered. This is a role where your care truly counts—and where every day brings new opportunities to brighten someone’s life.What You’ll Do<ul><li>Support people with personal care, health needs, and daily living tasks</li><li>Help individuals express themselves and make choices that matter to them</li><li>Encourage hobbies, interests, and community activities</li><li>Build strong relationships with families, friends, and professionals</li><li>Keep homes safe, clean, and comfortable</li><li>Work flexibly across services—including evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts</li><li>Maintain accurate records and contribute to reviews and team meetings</li><li>Promote health, safety, and uphold quality standards</li></ul>What You’ll Need<ul><li>A kind heart and a compassionate mindset</li><li>A sense of humour and a resilient attitude</li><li>Great communication skills and a team spirit</li><li>Willingness to work flexibly, including unsociable hours</li><li>Respect for diversity and individual needs</li><li>Ability to maintain accurate records and meet deadlines</li><li>A clean driving licence and access to own vehicle</li><li>Experience in care or support (voluntary or paid) – desirable but not essential</li><li>Care Certificate or NVQ Level 2 in Health &amp; Social Care – desirable but not essential</li></ul>Why Join Us?When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values: Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.What We Offer<ul><li>25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays</li><li>Two paid volunteering days each year</li><li>Flexible benefits scheme and discount portal</li><li>Life assurance at 4x your salary</li><li>Up to 10% pension contribution</li><li>Paid training and development opportunities</li><li>Employee assistance programme</li><li>Staff recognition schemes</li></ul>Please Read Before ApplyingThis role requires an enhanced DBS check.This role follows a 24/7 working pattern, which includes overnight shifts (waking nights and sleep ins), weekends, and bank holidays. You’ll need to be flexible and ready to support people when they need you most.If this sounds like we are right for you and you’d love to be part of Peabody, we’d like to hear from you. Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.Interviews will take place in person at Elm Tree Court, Colchester Road, Halstead, CO9 2ET by no later than 9th January 2025. Got questions? Reach out to Felicity Smith, Talent Specialist at felicity.smith<a href="mailto:george.murphy@peabody.org.uk" target="_blank">@peabody.org.uk</a>PLEASE NOTE: As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer





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Care Support Worker

We are looking for female applicants only for this role as it is an all-women’s service. The Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1, Paragraph 1 applies to this post.Care Support Worker – Help People Live Their Best Lives Every Day Do you love making a difference? Are you the kind of person who brings warmth, energy, and compassion wherever you go? As a Care Support Worker at Peabody, you’ll be a vital part of someone’s journey—helping them live independently, confidently, and joyfully.Whether it’s supporting with daily routines, encouraging hobbies, or simply being a kind presence, you’ll help people feel safe, heard, and empowered. This is a role where your care truly counts—and where every day brings new opportunities to brighten someone’s life.What You’ll Do<ul><li>Support vulnerable young women with personal care, health needs, and daily living tasks</li><li>Help individuals express themselves and make choices that matter to them</li><li>Encourage hobbies, interests, and community activities</li><li>Build strong relationships with families, friends, and professionals</li><li>Keep homes safe, clean, and comfortable</li><li>Work flexibly across services—including evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts</li><li>Maintain accurate records and contribute to reviews and team meetings</li><li>Promote health, safety, and uphold quality standards</li></ul>What You’ll Need<ul><li>A kind heart and a compassionate mindset</li><li>A sense of humour and a resilient attitude</li><li>Great communication skills and a team spirit</li><li>Willingness to work flexibly, including unsociable hours</li><li>Respect for diversity and individual needs</li><li>Ability to maintain accurate records and meet deadlines</li><li>A satisfactory DBS check</li><li>Experience in care or support (voluntary or paid) </li><li>Care Certificate or NVQ Level 2 in Health &amp; Social Care – desirable but not essential</li></ul>Why Join Us?When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values: Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.What We Offer<ul><li>25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays</li><li>Two paid volunteering days each year</li><li>Flexible benefits scheme and discount portal</li><li>Life assurance at 4x your salary</li><li>Up to 10% pension contribution</li><li>Paid training and development opportunities</li><li>Employee assistance programme</li><li>Staff recognition schemes</li></ul>Please Read Before ApplyingThis role follows a 24/7 working pattern, which includes sleep ins, weekends, and bank holidays. You’ll need to be flexible and ready to support people when they need you most.If this sounds like we are right for you and you’d love to be part of Peabody, we’d like to hear from you. Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.Interviews will be ongoing and will be no later than 18th December 2025.We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.PLEASE NOTE: As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employee.Got questions? Reach out to Felicity Smith, Talent Specialist at <a href="mailto:felicity.smith@peabody.org.uk" target="_blank">felicity.smith@peabody.org.uk</a>





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Care Support Worker – Help People Live Their Best Lives Every Day Do you love making a difference? Are you the kind of person who brings warmth, energy, and compassion wherever you go? As a Care Support Worker at Peabody, you’ll be a vital part of someone’s journey—helping them live independently, confidently, and joyfully.Whether it’s supporting with daily routines, encouraging hobbies, or simply being a kind presence, you’ll help people feel safe, heard, and empowered. This is a role where your care truly counts—and where every day brings new opportunities to brighten someone’s life.What You’ll Do<ul><li>Support people with personal care, health needs, and daily living tasks</li><li>Help individuals express themselves and make choices that matter to them</li><li>Encourage hobbies, interests, and community activities</li><li>Build strong relationships with families, friends, and professionals</li><li>Keep homes safe, clean, and comfortable</li><li>Work flexibly across services—including evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts</li><li>Maintain accurate records and contribute to reviews and team meetings</li><li>Promote health, safety, and uphold quality standards</li></ul>What You’ll Need<ul><li>A kind heart and a compassionate mindset</li><li>A sense of humour and a resilient attitude</li><li>Great communication skills and a team spirit</li><li>Willingness to work flexibly, including unsociable hours</li><li>Respect for diversity and individual needs</li><li>Ability to maintain accurate records and meet deadlines</li><li>A satisfactory DBS check</li><li>Experience in care or support (voluntary or paid) – desirable but not essential</li><li>Care Certificate or NVQ Level 2 in Health &amp; Social Care – desirable but not essential</li></ul>Why Join Us?When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values: Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.What We Offer<ul><li>25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays</li><li>Two paid volunteering days each year</li><li>Flexible benefits scheme and discount portal</li><li>Life assurance at 4x your salary</li><li>Up to 10% pension contribution</li><li>Paid training and development opportunities</li><li>Employee assistance programme</li><li>Staff recognition schemes</li></ul>Please Read Before ApplyingThis role follows a 24/7 working pattern, which includes sleep ins, weekends, and bank holidays. You’ll need to be flexible and ready to support people when they need you most.If this sounds like we are right for you and you’d love to be part of Peabody, we’d like to hear from you. Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.Interviews will take place by no later than 9th January 2026. Got questions? Reach out to Felicity Smith, Talent Specialist at <a href="mailto:felicity.smith@peabody.org.uk" target="_blank">felicity.smith@peabody.org.uk</a><ul></ul>

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Classroom-based Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programme based in one of our 57 schools.
You'll gain a PGCE (Post-Graduate Certificate of Education) and your Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) whilst working hands-on in the classroom as an unqualified Teacher. Immediately having impact, your tutor and coach will support you to build up your independent teaching time during the year.
We offer training to teach in subjects such as Maths, English, Science, MFL (French/Spanish) &amp; Geography.
The Programme Includes
1. Summer school
We provide two weeks of intensive preparation in August. This ensures you enter the classroom with a good grounding in educational theory and practice.
2. Personalised support
Your tutor and in-school coach will be on hand to offer advice and discuss any challenges.
3. Weekly training sessions
These sessions will take place throughout your training year, enhancing the skills you're learning in the classroom.
4. National support network
We have trainees - and recent former trainees - in schools around the country. As a Lift Schools trainee, you will be able to draw on support from across our trust - during your training year and beyond.
5. Commitment to equal opportunity
We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity in our trust and its schools, and we provide a support system to ensure that all our trainees are able to reach their full potential.
The training programme itself is school-based and you will spend half a day every week in a session with your Ark tutor and other trainees from the network.
Salary Details
Graduate Teaching Apprenticeship £22,601 + £9,250 tuition fees paid by Lift Schools (£26,789 in London)
Bursaries &amp; Scholarships route also available up to £31,000
2nd Year guaranteed salary of £32,916 (£37,870 in London)

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