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Apprentice Customer Services AssistantFixed Term, Full Time£14,567 per annum rising to £23,557 per annum on the second yearLocation: HarlowWorking Style: <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/our-ways-of-working" target="_blank">Fixed-base worker</a>Closing Date:14th July 2025About Us: Are you ready to take the first step into a rewarding career in Customer Services? Would you like to work within a friendly and supportive team who values your growth and development? Our Library team at Harlow are now recruiting for a confident, organised and enthusiastic individual, with a passion in providing excellent customer service to join their team as a Customer Services Apprentice. With comprehensive support throughout the apprenticeship leading to a nationally recognised qualification, this could be the perfect opportunity to kickstart your career! Please note that this role will require you to work on site and will include some weekend working. The estimated start date for this role will be mid August 2025. Benefits: <ul>
<li>Healthy work life balance. </li>
<li>Wide range of learning and development opportunities. </li>
<li>IT equipment and home-working equipment supplied. </li>
<li>26 days annual leave + bank holidays + choice to buy extra. </li>
<li>Generous Local Government Salary related pension scheme. </li>
<li>Access to hundreds of discounts and benefits through Essex Rewards. </li>
<li>Access to our health and wellbeing support platform with LifeWorks. </li>
<li>Up to 4 days per year Volunteering leave. </li>
<li>Complete a <a href="https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/customer-service-practitioner-v1-1" target="_blank"> Level 2 Customer Service Practitioner Apprenticeship </a> to earn a nationally recognised qualification. </li>
</ul> Essex County Council is proud to offer an excellent benefits package to all its employees. More information can be found here <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/pay-reward/" target="_blank"> pay and reward </a> . What our Apprentice's say: "My apprenticeship experience has been a really valuable way to learn real life skills whilst engaging in a real work environment. There is so much variety to the work and no day is the same. I was initially sceptical about taking on an apprenticeship, but I feel they are the future of getting into work." "I love the apprenticeship process as you're getting paid as you learn. I have been able to make good connections with other employees and really good relationships throughout my journey so far. It's a great starting point to anyone who hasn't got a clear idea of what work they would like to pursue. Also, the apprenticeship allowed me to try multiple different types of jobs when opportunities came up, so I was able to see what I liked, and I was good at." The Role: As an Apprentice Customer Services Assistant, you will provide a high level of customer service, working with a wide range of customers, volunteers, stakeholders and partners. The role will involve welcoming and interacting with customers and identifying their individual needs. As an Apprentice, you will actively seek to meet those needs, providing a quality service which enables customers to make full use of the facilities available. This position will predominantly be based in Harlow Library, with the occasional need to travel to another library. About You: You will: <ul>
<li>Have a good level of computer literacy with MS office and the ability to learn and operate in-house systems and processes quickly. </li>
<li>Be able to work with a high level of speed and accuracy including experience of handling confidential and sensitive information. </li>
<li>Be able to communicate confidently and tailor your communication to meet the needs of the audience. </li>
<li>Be able to use your own initiative and work effectively as part of a team to resolve problems and meet desired outcomes. </li>
<li>Have an awareness of the services which public libraries, registration and the coroners service currently offer to customers. </li>
<li>Be able to understand the need to deliver a service which has our customers as the focus of activities. Therefore, experience working in a busy, customer facing environment would be an advantage. </li>
</ul> Essential Requirements for the role: <ul>
<li>You will need to be 16 years of age at the start of the apprenticeship. </li>
<li>You will need to have the right to work and study in England. </li>
<li>You will have been ordinarily resident in the UK or EEA for three years before the apprenticeship start date. </li>
<li>You cannot have previously completed a qualification that is Level 2 or above in field that is related to Customer Services. </li>
<li>As apprentices have employed status you must have the right to permanently live, work and study in the UK. Apprenticeships are not covered by student visas. </li>
</ul> Please note that we must be provided with your education certificates at the final stage of the recruitment process. If you have international equivalent qualifications a NARIC Statement of Comparability must be provided. If you do not already hold one you can purchase online - you can find more information here <a href="https://enic.org.uk/Qualifications/SOC/Default.aspx" target="_blank"> Statement of Comparability (enic.org.uk). </a> What will you be doing? <ul>
<li>Understand the needs of customers and deliver the best possible outcomes through excellent customer service. </li>
<li>Provide support and training to customers using information communications technology (ICT) equipment and software. </li>
<li>Answer telephone enquiries from customers promptly (including operation of a switchboard where appropriate), providing accurate information - including referral to other services as appropriate - in a timely fashion. </li>
<li>Oversee and provide customers with guidance in the use of self-service equipment. </li>
<li>Comply with the individual responsibilities for Health Safety &amp; Welfare in the workplace, including ensuring safeguarding children, in accordance with work role. </li>
<li>Undertake all stock circulation and management procedures, including sorting, shelving and tidying of returned material, reservations, fines, membership and similar activities. </li>
<li>Contribute to promotional activities, marketing and display work and the achievement of agreed targets for income generation. </li>
<li>Contribute to the compilation of statistical returns, and any other general administrative duties. </li>
<li>Responsible for locking and unlocking, as necessary, acting as keyholder. </li>
<li>Specific individual and shared targets and objectives are defined annually within the performance management framework. </li>
</ul> Why Essex? To read more about us please visit: <a href="https://workingforessex.com/role/climate-environment-and-customer-services" target="_blank"> Climate, Environment and Customer Services - Working for Essex </a> <a href="https://workingforessex.com/working-here/entry-to-work" target="_blank"> Entry to work - Working for Essex </a> 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 <a href="https://www.essex.gov.uk/about-council/plans-and-strategies/our-vision-essex/everyones-essex" 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. 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. At Essex County Council, we value integrity and ethical behaviour. We kindly ask that you embrace our code of conduct and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-7-principles-of-public-life/the-7-principles-of-public-life--2" 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. How to apply: Start your journey within the Essex Libraries Team by clicking the APPLY button now! If you are interested in finding out more about this role or require further information, we would love to hear from you. Please email: <a> work.placements@essex.gov.uk </a> . 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 <a href="https://essex.talentpool.com/sign-up?utm_source=Cornerstone&amp;utm_medium=Advert&amp;utm_content=Job_Advert" target="_blank"> The Essex Talent Community </a> . Additional Information: If you have queries on this role or require anything further, please email <a> work.placements@essex.gov.uk </a> Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/essexcountycouncil" target="_blank"> Facebook </a> , <a href="https://twitter.com/essex_cc" target="_blank">X</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/essex_cc" target="_blank"> Instagram </a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/essex-county-council/" target="_blank"> LinkedIn </a> . Further details can be found on our <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/" target="_blank"> careers page </a> . Downloads <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/pay-reward" target="_blank"> Pay and Reward </a> <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/our-ways-of-working" target="_blank"> Our Ways of Working </a> <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/about-us" target="_blank"> About Us </a> <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/organisational-behaviours" target="_blank"> Organisation Behaviours </a>

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Key Worker - Young Carers ServiceFixed Term, Full Time£25,081 to £27,653 per annumLocation: ColchesterWorking Style: <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/our-ways-of-working" target="_blank">Community-based worker</a>Closing Date: 10th July 2025About Us: Do you have a desire to help and support young people? Are you able to organise and manage your workload, good at communicating and able to work as part of a team? We are seeking a passionate and enthusiastic individual who is keen to make a difference and support young carers in Essex. This could be the opportunity you are looking for! Please note this is a fixed term or secondment opportunity for a period of 12 months. Benefits: <ul>
<li>Healthy work life balance. </li>
<li>Wide range of learning and development opportunities. </li>
<li>IT equipment and home-working equipment supplied. </li>
<li>26 days annual leave + bank holidays + choice to buy extra. </li>
<li>Generous Local Government Salary related pension scheme. </li>
<li>Access to hundreds of discounts and benefits through Essex Rewards. </li>
<li>Access to our health and wellbeing support platform with LifeWorks. </li>
<li>Up to 4 days per year Volunteering leave. </li>
</ul> Essex County Council is proud to offer an excellent benefits package to all its employees. More information can be found here <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/pay-reward/" target="_blank"> pay and reward </a> The Role: As a Key Worker within the Young Carers Team, you will play an integral part in supporting the lives of young carers across Essex. You will be working with young carers (aged 0-18) and young adult carers (aged 16-24) and their families to provide individualised support in relation to their caring role, to raise achievement and aspirations and to allow them to have the same life chances as their peers. You will complete statutory assessments with the young carer and their family which will be used to form an action plan to ensure the best targeted support can be offered. The interventions you offer will vary from 1:1 support, to helping the young carer engage in local clubs while ensuring schools are fully understanding of the young carers needs and impact of their caring role. As part of the Young Carers Team, you will provide workshops and respite opportunities to help enhance the skills of our young carers and give them opportunities to meet other young people in similar situations. About You: You will: <ul>
<li>Be educated to a GCSE level or have a relevant professional qualification which is focussed on working with young people (e.g. LDSS, Social work, Youth and Community, Teacher, Careers) or equivalent or demonstrably equivalent experience. </li>
<li>Have experience of working with children and/or young people on a one to one basis and in groups. </li>
<li>Be able to take responsibility for lone working and managing calendar/working hours. </li>
<li>Have a broad understanding of the issues affecting young carers and young people, opportunities for learning and the services provided by the partner organisations. </li>
<li>Have excellent communication skills with experience in effective collaborative working with other agencies at a local level. </li>
<li>Have experience of successfully involving young people and families in decision-making processes. </li>
<li>Have a broad understanding of the issues affecting young carers and young people and have experience of working with young people on a one to one basis and in groups. </li>
<li>Be able to recognise opportunities for learning and knowledge of the services provided by the partner organisations. </li>
<li>Have experience in effectively working collaboratively with other agencies at a local level. </li>
<li>Be able to evidence experience of successfully involving young people and families in decision-making processes. </li>
<li>Have the flexibility to be able to work evenings, weekends and residential work in order to respond to young people's needs. </li>
</ul>Essential Requirements for the role:<ul><li>As a Key Worker, you are required to be mobile throughout an operational area. Therefore, you will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle, or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means. </li></ul> What will you be doing? <ul>
<li>Work with Essex young carers and their families to identify priorities, support needs, interventions and goals and developing and implementing strategies for securing these. </li>
<li>Use assessment and monitoring to motivate young carers and their families to achieve a shared and mutually agreed support plan/ contract. </li>
<li>Take up referrals and work with Essex young carers in order to identify, understand and meet their needs, with an emphasis on promoting positive outcomes. </li>
<li>Work with Essex young carers in line with the agreed model, ensuring that the level of support meets the identified need including one to one support, peer group support, telephone support, advocacy, provision of information, signposting, training opportunities and workshops. </li>
<li>Promote young carers self-awareness, confidence and encourage their involvement in the design of their young carers service and support them in evaluating the impact of the service upon their own situation. </li>
<li>Provide targeted outreach and awareness raising activities to other agencies to support the increased identification of Essex young carers including presentations, workshops and events. </li>
<li>Pro-actively work in partnership with other agencies including educational settings and adult services to ensure ongoing support to young carers, particularly at points of transition and to enable Essex young carers to continue their education, employment or training. </li>
<li>Support the development and facilitation of Essex young carers networks and forums to ensure that the voice of young carers is heard and that they are in a position to be able to shape and influence the service. </li>
<li>Ensure that the Essex County Council policies, procedures and practice for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people are implemented. </li>
<li>Work flexibly and deliver services as directed. </li>
<li>Specific individual and shared targets and objectives are defined annually within the performance management framework. </li>
</ul> For informal discussion, please contact Senior Key Worker, Tina McPartland on 07917098306To read more about us please visit: <a href="https://workingforessex.com/role/education" target="_blank">Education</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 <a href="https://www.essex.gov.uk/about-council/plans-and-strategies/our-vision-essex/everyones-essex" 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. 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. At Essex County Council, we value integrity and ethical behaviour. We kindly ask that you embrace our code of conduct and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-7-principles-of-public-life/the-7-principles-of-public-life--2" 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. How to apply: Start your journey within the Young Carers Team by clicking the APPLY button now! If you are interested in finding out more about this role or require further information, we would love to hear from you. Please email: <a> work.placements@essex.gov.uk </a> . 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 <a href="https://essex.talentpool.com/sign-up?utm_source=Cornerstone&amp;utm_medium=Advert&amp;utm_content=Job_Advert" target="_blank"> The Essex Talent Community </a> . Additional Information: If you have queries on this role or require anything further, please email <a> work.placements@essex.gov.uk </a> Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/essexcountycouncil" target="_blank"> Facebook </a> , <a href="https://twitter.com/essex_cc" target="_blank">X</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/essex_cc" target="_blank"> Instagram </a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/essex-county-council/" target="_blank"> LinkedIn </a> . Further details can be found on our <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/" target="_blank"> careers page </a> . Downloads <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/pay-reward" target="_blank"> Pay and Reward </a> <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/our-ways-of-working" target="_blank"> Our Ways of Working </a> <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/about-us" target="_blank"> About Us </a> <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/organisational-behaviours" target="_blank"> Organisation Behaviours </a>

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Youth Support Worker In TrainingPermanent, Full TimeFrom £24,786 to £25,115 per annum + £924 fringe allowanceLocation: HarlowWorking Style: <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/our-ways-of-working" target="_blank">Community-based worker</a>Closing Date: 15th July 2025About Us: Are you looking for a new opportunity to combine paid work with study and achieve a qualification? Do you have a passion to help and support young people? This could be the opportunity you are looking for! We are currently seeking a Youth Support Worker in Training to support the development of youth work in the community. On the job training alongside a formal qualification for a Youth Support Worker Level 3 will be provided. Based at Goodman House in Harlow, you will work with local youth work teams including volunteers in community youth clubs, areas covered to include Epping Forest, Uttlesford and Harlow. Mobile and flexible working requirements: must be available for evenings and weekends. Benefits: <ul>
<li> Healthy work life balance. </li>
<li>Wide range of learning and development opportunities. </li>
<li> IT equipment and home-working equipment provided. </li>
<li>30 days annual leave + bank holidays + option to purchase extra. </li>
<li> Generous pension scheme. </li>
<li>Access to hundreds of discounts and benefits through Essex Rewards. </li>
<li>Access to our health and wellbeing support platform with LifeWorks. </li>
<li>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. </li>
<li> Up to 4 days per annum volunteering leave. </li>
<li>Employee support networks, to ensure everyone in treated with dignity and respect. </li>
<li> Study towards a <a href="https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/st0906-v1-0" target="_blank"> Level 3 Youth Support Worker </a> qualification </li>
</ul> Essex County Council is proud to offer an excellent benefits package to all its employees. More information can be found here <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/pay-reward/" target="_blank"> pay and reward </a> . What our Apprentice's say: "I really enjoyed my apprenticeship with ECC, I loved that the majority of the apprenticeship is on the job learning and minimal classroom work. The opportunities for career development have been much wider than I originally thought, and the apprenticeship is such a great way to start your career and get your foot in the door with your local council/ government" "As an apprentice currently working at Essex County Council, I can confirm that it is a very rewarding role. I'm proud to be a part of this team and you will be too" The Role: Working four days face to face with young people as part of a team and one day for learning and development, you will ensure young people have positive experiences, by working with them to identify what's important to them and then being part of developing good youth work activities. You will work with local youth work teams including volunteers in community youth clubs across the south Essex area. You will need to be someone who can focus on putting young people at the heart of your work. Working flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and residentials, you will be supported by an experienced team of youth workers in a variety of youth work settings. To read more about Youth Services, please visit: <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/role/education?source=workingforessex.com" target="_blank"> Education </a> About You: You will: <ul>
<li>Be passionate about supporting young people. </li>
<li>Have a good level of numeracy and literacy (grade C GCSE or equivalent). </li>
<li>Experience of working with young people and communities is an advantage. </li>
<li>Have the ability to work across Essex as per service needs. </li>
<li>Have the ability to undertake evening, weekend and residential work as required to meet service needs. </li>
<li>Be able to build relationships and relate well to people. </li>
<li>Motivate young people and facilitate young people's learning. </li>
<li>Be able to work in a changing environment. </li>
<li>Be committed to challenging prejudice and ignorance. </li>
<li>Have the ability to develop work with young people to achieve planned outcomes. </li>
<li>Work together as part of a team. </li>
</ul> Essential Requirements for the role: <ul>
<li>Functional Skills Level 1 in Maths and English (or equivalent), which is a Grade D/E or 2/3 to begin the apprenticeship. </li>
<li>Ability to reach a Level 2 Functional Skills in both Maths &amp; English by the End Point Assessment (EPA), if you do not already have this. </li>
<li>This job role requires you to be mobile throughout an operational area. Therefore, the post holder will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle, or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means. </li>
</ul> What will you be doing? <ul>
<li>Identify areas of need and opportunity within the community where a youth work programme can be identified to support the development of youth provision delivered by the community. </li>
<li>Support the commissioning of services by working with the community to enhance their skills so they can be more independent in design and delivery of services. </li>
<li>Negotiate with young people and their communities on their involvement in the programme planning, implementation and evaluation. </li>
<li>Contribute to and promote the programme to ensure that opportunities are accessible to all who wish to become involved. </li>
<li>As part of the team involve young people in the decision-making processes whereby individuals and groups take on responsibilities for themselves and others in their project and the wider community. </li>
<li>As part of the team respond to individual and group needs, this includes issues affecting young people, promoting self-awareness and self-esteem. </li>
<li>To deliver or support the direct delivery of youth work programmes as may be required, to include residential experiences for young people. </li>
<li>Take part in management supervision and the staff performance management scheme, to identify priorities and learning needs and to be responsible for the learning and development of self and to complete all required training and accreditation within 18 months of starting employment. </li>
<li>Follow Child Protection Guidelines and report any concerns using the correct procedure and comply with individual responsibilities for staff and young people, in accordance with work role, for health and safety in the workplace. </li>
<li>Ensure all duties and services provided are in accordance with the County Council Equal Opportunities Policy and Practice. </li>
<li>Undertake any other reasonable duties commensurate with the level and accountabilities of the post as directed by the Youth Work Commissioner. </li>
</ul> How to apply: Start your journey within Youth Services by clicking the APPLY button now! Why Essex? To read more about us please visit: <a href="https://workingforessex.com/role/education" target="_blank">Education</a> <a href="https://workingforessex.com/working-here/entry-to-work" target="_blank"> Entry to work - Working for Essex </a> 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 <a href="https://www.essex.gov.uk/about-council/plans-and-strategies/our-vision-essex/everyones-essex" 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. 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. At Essex County Council, we value integrity and ethical behaviour. We kindly ask that you embrace our code of conduct and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-7-principles-of-public-life/the-7-principles-of-public-life--2" 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. How to apply: Start your journey within Essex Youth Service by clicking the APPLY button now! If you are interested in finding out more about this role or require further information, we would love to hear from you. Please email: <a> work.placements@essex.gov.uk </a> . 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 <a href="https://essex.talentpool.com/sign-up?utm_source=Cornerstone&amp;utm_medium=Advert&amp;utm_content=Job_Advert" target="_blank"> The Essex Talent Community </a> . Additional Information: If you have queries on this role or require anything further, please email <a> work.placements@essex.gov.uk </a> Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/essexcountycouncil" target="_blank"> Facebook </a> , <a href="https://twitter.com/essex_cc" target="_blank">X</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/essex_cc" target="_blank"> Instagram </a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/essex-county-council/" target="_blank"> LinkedIn </a> . Further details can be found on our <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/" target="_blank"> careers page </a> . Downloads <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/pay-reward" target="_blank"> Pay and Reward </a> <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/our-ways-of-working" target="_blank"> Our Ways of Working </a> <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/about-us" target="_blank"> About Us </a> <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/organisational-behaviours" target="_blank"> Organisation Behaviours </a>

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7334/Brentwood_Economic_Growth_Action_Plan_2025-2026.pdf" target="_blank">Brentwood_Economic_Growth_Action_Plan_2025-2026</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7335/Rochford_District_Economic_Growth_Strategy_2025-2028.pdf" target="_blank">Rochford_District_Economic_Growth_Strategy_2025-2028</a></li></ul>

Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
Brentwood Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.&nbsp; People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.
It is our policy that if you have not heard back within 3 weeks of the closing date you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.



(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance)&nbsp;
<h3>The OneTeam partnership</h3>
Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council have formed an exciting strategic partnership, and the Economic Development Team provide support to both Councils.
<h3>About the role</h3>
Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council have each recently adopted refreshed Economic Growth Strategies covering the period of 2025-2028. To deliver on Brentwood and Rochford Councils' ambitions, we are looking for a Senior Economic Development Officer to join our OneTeam that serves both councils.
Brentwood Borough Council priorities include supporting start-ups, skills delivery and sustainability. Rochford District Council priorities include town centre regeneration, supporting growing businesses, skills delivery and sustainability. For more information, please visit the Economic Growth Strategies and Action Plans for each Council (links provided below).
<h3>The role will involve</h3>
<ul>
<li>
Strategic and Operational Leadership:&nbsp;Supports and deputises for the Corporate Manager – Economic Development, leads on delivering economic development strategies, projects and feasibility work including those funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and assists with team management.</li>
<li>
Stakeholder Engagement and Representation:&nbsp;Acts as the key contact for external organisations (e.g. Essex County Council, business groups), leads on business engagement projects and works with stakeholders to secure support and funding for projects.</li>
<li>
Policy and Investment Development:&nbsp;Leads on drafting strategic economic development and regeneration policies, responds to inward investment enquiries and researches best practices for local application.</li>
<li>
Business Support and Financial Oversight:&nbsp;Provides proactive advice and signposting to local businesses, monitors budgets and manages financial processes including purchase orders and invoices up to £25,000.</li>
<li>
Corporate and Compliance Responsibilities:&nbsp;Works flexibly across Brentwood and Rochford councils, adheres to safeguarding, data protection, health &amp; safety and equality policies, and supports emergency response efforts when required.</li>
</ul>
<h3>About the candidate&nbsp;</h3>
You will need to have experience of delivering economic development and/or regeneration programmes, strong written and verbal communication, good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, able to work within a friendly and supportive team, be well organised and able to deliver to tight deadlines and to maintain effective relationships with external and internal stakeholders. &nbsp;
Desirable qualities include local government and UK Shared Prosperity Fund experience, preparing reports and presenting to Council committees and insights on the Brentwood Borough and Rochford District business communities specifically.
<h3>Benefits of working for us</h3>
In return, we offer a generous annual leave entitlement, enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme, access to our employee assistance programme and staff benefits platform with discounts across a range of retailers.
This post is initially for a 2 year fixed term and may become permanent subject to funding.
For an informal discussion please contact Laurie Edmonds, Corporate Manager Economic Development, on <a href="mailto:laurie.edmonds@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk" target="_blank">laurie.edmonds@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk</a>
This role will involve travel between Brentwood Town Hall, Rochford District Council’s offices at The Launchpad at Southend Airport Business Park, as well as networking venues around Brentwood Borough and Rochford District. You will be expected to attend networking events that take place outside usual working hours. There may be occasional weekend events to attend.
Please note – the successful candidate will be employed by Brentwood Borough Council.

Brentwood Borough Council

Senior Economic Development Officer

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7324/Job_application_guidance.doc" target="_blank">Job_application_guidance</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7325/Brentwood_Economic_Growth_Strategy_2025-2028.pdf" target="_blank">Brentwood_Economic_Growth_Strategy_2025-2028</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7326/Brentwood_Economic_Growth_Action_Plan_2025-2026.pdf" target="_blank">Brentwood_Economic_Growth_Action_Plan_2025-2026</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7327/Rochford_District_Economic_Growth_Strategy_2025-2028.pdf" target="_blank">Rochford_District_Economic_Growth_Strategy_2025-2028</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7328/Rochford_District_Economic_Growth_Action_Plan_2025-2026.pdf" target="_blank">Rochford_District_Economic_Growth_Action_Plan_2025-2026</a></li></ul>

Please apply online via the link provided.
Rochford District Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.&nbsp;
It is our policy that if you have not heard back within 3 weeks of the closing date you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.



(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance)&nbsp;
<h4>The OneTeam partnership</h4>
Rochford District Council and Brentwood Borough Council have formed an exciting strategic partnership, and the Economic Development Team provide support to both Councils.
<h4>About the role</h4>
Rochford District Council and Brentwood Borough Council have each recently adopted refreshed Economic Growth Strategies covering the period of 2025-2028. To deliver on Rochford and Brentwood Councils' ambitions, we are looking for a Senior Economic Development Officer to join our OneTeam that serves both councils.
Rochford District Council priorities include town centre regeneration, supporting growing businesses, skills delivery and sustainability. Brentwood Borough Council priorities include supporting start-ups, skills delivery and sustainability. For more information, please visit the Economic Growth Strategies and Action Plans for each Council (links provided below).
<h4>The role will involve</h4>
<ul>
<li>
Strategic and Operational Leadership: Supports and deputises for the Corporate Manager – Economic Development, leads on delivering economic development strategies, projects and feasibility work including those funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and assists with team management.</li>
<li>
Stakeholder Engagement and Representation: Acts as the key contact for external organisations (e.g. Essex County Council, business groups), leads on business engagement projects and works with stakeholders to secure support and funding for projects.</li>
<li>
Policy and Investment Development: Leads on drafting strategic economic development and regeneration policies, responds to inward investment enquiries and researches best practices for local application.</li>
<li>
Business Support and Financial Oversight: Provides proactive advice and signposting to local businesses, monitors budgets and manages financial processes including purchase orders and invoices up to £25,000.</li>
<li>
Corporate and Compliance Responsibilities: Works flexibly across Brentwood and Rochford councils, adheres to safeguarding, data protection, health &amp; safety and equality policies, and supports emergency response efforts when required.</li>
</ul>
<h4>About the candidate&nbsp;</h4>
You will need to have experience of delivering economic development and/or regeneration programmes, strong written and verbal communication, good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, able to work within a friendly and supportive team, be well organised and able to deliver to tight deadlines and to maintain effective relationships with external and internal stakeholders. &nbsp;
Desirable qualities include local government and UK Shared Prosperity Fund experience, preparing reports and presenting to Council committees and insights on the Brentwood Borough and Rochford District business communities specifically.
<h4>Benefits of working for us</h4>
In return, we offer a generous annual leave entitlement, enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme, access to our employee assistance programme and staff benefits platform with discounts across a range of retailers.
This post is initially for a 2 year fixed term and may become permanent subject to funding.
For an informal discussion please contact Laurie Edmonds, Corporate Manager Economic Development, on <a href="mailto:laurie.edmonds@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk" target="_blank">laurie.edmonds@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk</a>
This role will involve travel between Brentwood Town Hall, Rochford District Council’s offices at The Launchpad at Southend Airport Business Park, as well as networking venues around Brentwood Borough and Rochford District. You will be expected to attend networking events that take place outside usual working hours. There may be occasional weekend events to attend.
Please note – the successful candidate will be employed by Brentwood Borough Council.

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7337/Job_application_guidance.doc" target="_blank">Job_application_guidance</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7339/Brentwood_Economic_Growth_Strategy_2025-2028.pdf" target="_blank">Brentwood_Economic_Growth_Strategy_2025-2028</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7340/Brentwood_Economic_Growth_Action_Plan_2025-2026.pdf" target="_blank">Brentwood_Economic_Growth_Action_Plan_2025-2026</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7341/Rochford_District_Economic_Growth_Strategy_2025-2028.pdf" target="_blank">Rochford_District_Economic_Growth_Strategy_2025-2028</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7342/Rochford_District_Economic_Growth_Action_Plan_2025-2026.pdf" target="_blank">Rochford_District_Economic_Growth_Action_Plan_2025-2026</a></li></ul>

Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
Brentwood Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.&nbsp; People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.
It is our policy that if you have not heard back within 3 weeks of the closing date you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.



(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance)&nbsp;
<h3>The OneTeam partnership</h3>
Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council have formed an exciting strategic partnership, and the Economic Development Team provide support to both Councils.
<h3>About the role</h3>
Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council have each recently adopted refreshed Economic Growth Strategies covering the period of 2025-2028. To deliver on Brentwood and Rochford Councils' ambitions, we are looking for an Economic Development Officer to join our OneTeam that serves both councils.
Brentwood Borough Council priorities include supporting start-ups, skills delivery and sustainability. Rochford District Council priorities include town centre regeneration, supporting growing businesses, skills delivery and sustainability. For more information, please visit the Economic Growth Strategies and Action Plans for each Council (links provided below).
<h3>The role will involve</h3>
<ul>
<li>
Project and Strategy Support: Assist in implementing the Councils’ Economic Development Strategies and action plans, including leading and managing specific projects and feasibility work including those funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.</li>
<li>
Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a deputy contact for external organisations such as Essex County Council, attending networking events and assist with organising Council-run business engagement programmes.</li>
<li>
Business and Investment Services: Provide advice and signposting to local businesses, respond to inward investment enquiries and contribute to strategic economic development documents.</li>
<li>
Communications and Administration: Create and manage content for newsletters, websites and social media, while also handling administrative and financial tasks up to £25,000.</li>
<li>
Corporate and Compliance Responsibilities: Work flexibly across Brentwood and Rochford councils, adhere to safeguarding, data protection, health and safety, and equality policies, and support emergency response efforts when required.</li>
</ul>
<h3>About the candidate&nbsp;</h3>
You will need to have strong written and verbal communication, good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, able to work within a friendly and supportive team, be well organised and able to deliver to tight deadlines and to maintain effective relationships with external and internal stakeholders. &nbsp;
Desirable qualities include local government and UK Shared Prosperity Fund experience, knowledge of economic development generally and insights on the Brentwood Borough and Rochford District business communities specifically.
<h3>Benefits of working for us</h3>
In return, we offer a generous annual leave entitlement, enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme, access to our employee assistance programme and staff benefits platform with discounts across a range of retailers.
This post is initially for a 2 year fixed term and may become permanent subject to funding.
For an informal discussion please contact Laurie Edmonds, Corporate Manager Economic Development, on <a href="mailto:laurie.edmonds@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk" target="_blank">laurie.edmonds@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk</a>
This role will involve travel between Brentwood Town Hall, Rochford District Council’s offices at The Launchpad at Southend Airport Business Park, as well as networking venues around Brentwood Borough and Rochford District. You will be expected to attend networking events that take place outside usual working hours. There may be occasional weekend events to attend.
Please note – the successful candidate will be employed by Brentwood Borough Council.

Economic Development Officer

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7316/Brentwood_Economic_Growth_Strategy_2025-2028.pdf" target="_blank">Brentwood_Economic_Growth_Strategy_2025-2028</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7317/Brentwood_Economic_Growth_Action_Plan_2025-2026.pdf" target="_blank">Brentwood_Economic_Growth_Action_Plan_2025-2026</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7320/Rochford_District_Economic_Growth_Strategy_2025-2028.pdf" target="_blank">Rochford_District_Economic_Growth_Strategy_2025-2028</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7321/Rochford_District_Economic_Growth_Action_Plan_2025-2026.pdf" target="_blank">Rochford_District_Economic_Growth_Action_Plan_2025-2026</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7322/OneTeam_Economic_Development_Officer_JD___PS.docx" target="_blank">OneTeam_Economic_Development_Officer_JD___PS</a></li></ul>

Please apply online via the link provided.
Rochford District Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.&nbsp;
It is our policy that if you have not heard back within 3 weeks of the closing date you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.



(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance)&nbsp;
<h4>The OneTeam partnership</h4>
Rochford District Council and Brentwood Borough Council have formed an exciting strategic partnership, and the Economic Development Team provide support to both Councils.
<h4>About the role</h4>
Rochford District Council and Brentwood Borough Council have each recently adopted refreshed Economic Growth Strategies covering the period of 2025-2028. To deliver on Rochford and Brentwood Councils' ambitions, we are looking for an Economic Development Officer to join our OneTeam that serves both councils.
Rochford District Council priorities include town centre regeneration, supporting growing businesses, skills delivery and sustainability. Brentwood Borough Council priorities include supporting start-ups, skills delivery and sustainability. For more information, please visit the Economic Growth Strategies and Action Plans for each Council (links provided below).
<h4>The role will involve</h4>
<ul>
<li>
Project and Strategy Support: Assist in implementing the Councils’ Economic Development Strategies and action plans, including leading and managing specific projects and feasibility work including those funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.</li>
<li>
Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a deputy contact for external organisations such as Essex County Council, attending networking events and assist with organising Council-run business engagement programmes.</li>
<li>
Business and Investment Services: Provide advice and signposting to local businesses, respond to inward investment enquiries and contribute to strategic economic development documents.</li>
<li>
Communications and Administration: Create and manage content for newsletters, websites and social media, while also handling administrative and financial tasks up to £25,000.</li>
<li>
Corporate and Compliance Responsibilities: Work flexibly across Brentwood and Rochford councils, adhere to safeguarding, data protection, health and safety, and equality policies, and support emergency response efforts when required.</li>
</ul>
<h4>About the candidate&nbsp;</h4>
You will need to have strong written and verbal communication, good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, able to work within a friendly and supportive team, be well organised and able to deliver to tight deadlines and to maintain effective relationships with external and internal stakeholders. &nbsp;
Desirable qualities include local government and UK Shared Prosperity Fund experience, knowledge of economic development generally and insights on the Brentwood Borough and Rochford District business communities specifically.
<h4>Benefits of working for us</h4>
In return, we offer a generous annual leave entitlement, enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme, access to our employee assistance programme and staff benefits platform with discounts across a range of retailers.
This post is initially for a 2 year fixed term and may become permanent subject to funding.
For an informal discussion please contact Laurie Edmonds, Corporate Manager Economic Development, on <a href="mailto:laurie.edmonds@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk" target="_blank">laurie.edmonds@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk</a>
This role will involve travel between Brentwood Town Hall, Rochford District Council’s offices at The Launchpad at Southend Airport Business Park, as well as networking venues around Brentwood Borough and Rochford District. You will be expected to attend networking events that take place outside usual working hours. There may be occasional weekend events to attend.
Please note – the successful candidate will be employed by Rochford District Council.

<ul></ul>





Street Scene Enforcement and Education Officer - Basildon Borough CouncilBraintree District CouncilPermanent, Full Time£29,799 to £33,360 per annum inclusive of fringeLocation: BasildonClosing Date: 13th July 2025Essex County Council are delighted to be advertising the role of <a href="https://basbcli.webitrent.com/basbcli_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=7164787PyS&amp;VACANCY_ID=506190CW9H" target="_blank"> Street Scene Enforcement and Education Officer </a> on behalf of Basildon Borough Council. For more information, please apply <a href="https://basbcli.webitrent.com/basbcli_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC109DF.open?REQUEST=RET&amp;PROFILE=VACANCY_ID.TVACANCY=506190CW9H&amp;VACANCY_ID=506190CW9H&amp;ACTION_ID=WEB_REC&amp;USESSION=C6A3648F059D9AB94365ABB5520ADE11&amp;CONT=GUEST&amp;WVID=7164787PyS&amp;LANG=USA" target="_blank"> HERE. </a>About Us: Basildon Borough Council is dedicated to maintaining a clean, tidy, and safe environment for all residents. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults and expect all employees to share this commitment. Job Purpose: As a Street Scene Enforcement and Education Officer, you will investigate environmental crime, educate residents on waste and recycling services, and take action against perpetrators. Your role will involve dealing with issues such as untaxed and abandoned vehicles, fly-tipping, littering, and commercial waste offences Key Responsibilities:<ul>
<li>Investigate environmental offences including fly-tipping, abandoned vehicles, and dog fouling.</li>
<li>Interview victims, perpetrators, and witnesses of environmental offences.</li>
<li>Issue fixed penalty notices for offences.</li>
<li>Prepare prosecution files and provide evidence in court.</li>
<li>Liaise with agencies like the Police, DVLA, and Environment Agency.</li>
<li>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation.</li>
<li>Provide high standards of customer care and maintain accurate records.</li>
</ul> Requirements:<ul>
<li>Experience dealing with environmental offences within a local authority or similar environment.</li>
<li>Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.</li>
<li>Ability to manage conflict and work within a team.</li>
<li>Knowledge of the Environmental Protection Act 1990 and other relevant legislation.</li>
<li>Full manual driving license.</li>
<li>Successful completion of a Police Community Safety Accredited training course whilst within role.</li>
<li>Satisfactory enhanced DBS and Police vetting certificate.</li>
</ul> In return we offer you an opportunity to be part of a team aiming to achieve excellence along with a benefit package that includes a pension scheme. If you feel you have the necessary qualities it takes then we would like to hear from you. Please click here to see the Briefing Pack for this role and to <a href="https://basbcli.webitrent.com/basbcli_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=7164787PyS&amp;VACANCY_ID=506190CW9H" target="_blank"> apply online </a> . If you would like to be part of Basildon success, we look forward to receiving your application. Please see attached the Job Description and Person Specification. ***Please attach your CV and Covering letter detailing how you meet each of the requirements of the Person Specification, including providing suitable examples to support each of the competencies. Please note: Basildon Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults, and expects all employees, contractors and volunteers to share its commitment to prevent abuse, harm or exploitation. The Council applies a robust recruitment vetting process. If you are successful you will need to undergo a Pre-employment Vetting Procedure. Please note, if you do not have access to a computer you could visit the Job Centre, Library or our own Customer Service Centre to <a href="https://basbcli.webitrent.com/basbcli_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=7164787PyS&amp;VACANCY_ID=506190CW9H" target="_blank"> apply </a> . Applicants with a hearing or speech impairment can contact us using the Text Relay Service. Dial 18001 followed by the full telephone number as above. Calls are charged at your telecommunications provider's standard rate. If you have any queries regarding this or any of our roles, please contact Human Resources 01268 208242 or <a> human.resources@basildon.gov.uk </a> . Please read the documents below before completing your Application Form as they contain important information about the recruitment process and the post advertised.Please apply <a href="https://basbcli.webitrent.com/basbcli_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC109DF.open?REQUEST=RET&amp;PROFILE=VACANCY_ID.TVACANCY=506190CW9H&amp;VACANCY_ID=506190CW9H&amp;ACTION_ID=WEB_REC&amp;USESSION=C6A3648F059D9AB94365ABB5520ADE11&amp;CONT=GUEST&amp;WVID=7164787PyS&amp;LANG=USA" target="_blank"> HERE. </a>

Street Scene Enforcement and Education Officer

<ul></ul>





Waste Review Assessment and Engagement Officer - Braintree District CouncilBraintree District CouncilFixed Term, Full Time£30,313 to £34,612 per annumLocation: BraintreeClosing Date: 13th July 2025 Essex County Council (ECC) are delighted to be supporting Braintree Council to recruit this Waste Review Assessment and Engagement Officer To Apply for this role please click here: <a href="https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&amp;VACANCY_ID=558126JiHn" target="_blank"> Waste Review Assessment and Engagement Officer </a> The Opportunity:We have an exciting opportunity for a Waste Review Assessment &amp; Engagement Officer to join our Operations team on a 12-month fixed term contract.The Waste Review is part of the Simpler Recycling legislation that is due to be fulfilled by April 2026 for residential waste collections and recycling at flats within the District. The implementation of this change is being delivered by a Council wide Project Team and managed and delivered via the Operations Service.Working across the District, you will support the development and implementation of the Review by identifying risks, issues and opportunities, collating research and ensuring residents and stakeholders are kept informed and engaged.You will support with the design and delivery of community campaigns, engaging directly with the public and creating, editing and distributing content for newsletters, emails and social media.You will also work with residents, visiting properties to assess their needs and requirements for additional waste collection receptacles, and undertake site assessments throughout the District.Agile/hybrid working is supported, subject to the requirements of the role.Experience:It is an essential requirement that you have some demonstrable experience of data collation, input and analysis with the ability to report back meaningful and detailed information to support the Project Team.Strong administration skills and IT skills are essential. You must have proven customer service experience and be able to deal with stressful and emotive situations, remaining highly professional and polite.You will have excellent customer service skills and experience of working in customer relations or a customer facing role. You will be personable and approachable, as well as having experience of working in a busy environment with the ability to promote Simpler Recycling at every opportunity.To be successful in joining our team you will need to be a team player with strong interpersonal and organisational skills and an enthusiastic approach to challenges.The post will be based around the District for a substantial part of the working week, so use of your own vehicle will be requiredAccountabilities:· Working across the district directly with residents and stakeholders to deliver and collate key research and develop feedback on learnings that will inform the waste review.· To identify risks, issues and opportunities by undertaking site assessments across the district to effectively inform the direction of the waste review.· Visit properties and, where necessary, engage with households to establish any potential additional considerations required to enable delivery of the waste review outcomes.· Support the implementation of comprehensive communications related to business goals and ensure delivery of all relevant project milestones within the timeline.· Participate in the design and delivery of campaigns within the community, engaging directly with the public, measuring the effectiveness and analysing impact to ensure approaches are altered, as required.· To work with the project teams and other stakeholders to support development and implementation of the Waste Service Review and any relevant project strategies and plans.· Proactively contribute to, and support, delivery of communication plans.· Create, edit, and distribute high-quality content for various communication channels, including newsletters, internet, emails, and social media.· Assist in managing communications during critical milestones, ensuring timely and accurate information dissemination.· Support the collation of stakeholder feedback and identify areas for improvement.· Encourage best practice and innovation by benchmarking and understanding current trends and new developments in communication and areas relevant to waste services.· Ensure all communications are consistent with the Council's policies and values.· Support the tracking and analysis of communication initiatives, providing regular reports and recommendations for improvement.Why choose Braintree District Council?Braintree District Council is an ambitious and forward-thinking authority with a vision of creating a great place for our residents and businesses.As a Council our role is as a guardian of the place and its people; where residents live well in healthy and resilient communities; a well-connected district with high-quality homes delivered with the infrastructure and a place which attracts and provides good employment opportunities.We are becoming one of the fastest growing Districts in the East of England with three growing towns, London just 45 minutes away and the district located directly between the international transport centres of Stansted Airport and Harwich and Felixstowe International Ports. We have a deserved track record for delivering and a strong reputation within the business community and are committedBraintree District Council is a great place to work. We pride ourselves on our creative and innovative approach which is led by our staff. We are committed to having an engaged workforce who understand our strategy and how they can help deliver it. Some of the benefits of working for Braintree District Council are:<ul>
<li>Flexible working</li>
<li>Free parking</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme</li>
<li>Learning and development for all staff</li>
<li>Staff recognition schemes</li>
</ul>· Extensive health and wellbeing programme including discounted gym membership.For an informal chat about this role, please contact Marie Lamb on 01376 552525 or e mail <a> marie.lamb@braintree.gov.uk </a> .To apply, click here: <a href="https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&amp;VACANCY_ID=558126JiHn" target="_blank"> Waste Review Assessment and Engagement Officer </a> Closing date for receipt of applications: Midnight on Sunday 13th July 2025. Please Note-Essex County Council is advertising this role on behalf of Braintree District Council and if successful you will be employed by Braintree District Council.*To apply, click here: <a href="https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&amp;VACANCY_ID=558126JiHn" target="_blank"> Waste Review Assessment and Engagement Officer </a>

Waste Review Assessment and Engagement Officer

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Rochford District Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.&nbsp;
It is our policy that if you have not heard back within 3 weeks of the closing date you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.



Benefits: generous annual leave allowance, Local Government Pension Scheme, staff discounts.
<h4>Our culture and values</h4>
We like our staff to be proactive and innovative. Being customer focused and willing to maximise your potential at work are expected. We all work together to achieve the very best for our residents which sometimes means getting involved in projects and trying new tasks outside of your day to day job role. We love our staff to suggest new ideas and to have enthusiasm to try out new experiences.
<h4>About the role</h4>
We have an exciting opportunity for a proactive, adaptable individual to join our Green Spaces service as a Technical Admin Officer. We are looking for someone with excellent customer service skills, the ability to communicate sensitively and the ability to navigate software and systems accurately.
<h4>Key duties and responsibilities</h4>
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<li>Experience of working within a technical customer focussed environment, providing advice to customer for Green Spaces, Tree Preservation Orders, Cemeteries and all Planning Enquiries.</li>
<li>Experience of dealing with sensitive and confidential information.</li>
<li>The processing of purchase orders, invoices and associated administration.</li>
<li>Working across a broad range of both internal and external customers.</li>
<li>Working across the Microsoft suite and bespoke IT systems.</li>
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<h4>Key skills and qualifications required</h4>
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<li>An intermediate level of competence across the Microsoft suite.</li>
<li>An entry level of competence in the use of Arboriculture Management Systems, Cemetery Software Systems and CRM.</li>
<li>Recognised Qualification or equivalent experience in working with Tree Preservation Orders and the Town and Country Planning Act 1947 or willingness to work towards.</li>
<li>Working knowledge and understanding of the Tree Preservation Orders: A Guide to the Law and Good Practice or willingness to work towards.</li>
<li>ICCM Exclusive Rights of Burial Training or willingness to work towards.</li>
<li>ICCM Sexton Training or willingness to work towards.</li>
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For an informal chat please call Adam Aldridge, Service Manager – Green Spaces, on 01702 318053.

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