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An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Portsmouth City Councils Housing Renewals service, which forms part of the Private Sector Housing Team. You will work proactively within the Housing Renewals team’s Home Improvement Agency service to support applicants through the adaptation process. Your role will include: •	Reviewing Occupational Therapist referrals and recommendations for adaptations, typically the removal of a bath and replacement with a level access shower. •	Visiting applicants’ in their home to assist with completing grant application forms to fund the required adaptations, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail. •	Communicating with the grant applicant and the Occupational Therapist (OT) about the process and the required adaptations •	Carrying out basic visual surveys—typically of bathrooms—and recording relevant notes based on the recommendations of the Occupational Therapist. •	Using these notes to prepare a simple plan and specification for the required adaptations using standard templates. •	Contact contractors to obtain quotes for the work. •	Track the progress of the works, communicating with the contractor and the grant applicant where necessary, and check that the adaptations are completed in-line with the specification. •	Complete forms to confirm the adaptations are finalised and meet the specification, and to arrange for the payment of the grant to be processed by others. This is a chance to join a well-established and supportive team and make a real difference to people’s lives in Portsmouth, Fareham and Gosport —a role that’s both meaningful and rewarding. Skills: •	Hold a full driving license, as driving is an essential part of the role. •	Have excellent people skills with the ability to talk to an array of people including vulnerable clients, contractors, and other professionals. You must have a calm, professional and empathetic manner to be able to understand the situations of our customers and other stakeholders and be able to communicate clearly and concisely with them. •	Have excellent literacy and numeracy skills and attention to detail. •	Experience of maintaining accurate case records, and ensuring that sensitive data is handled in line with information governance requirements. •	It would be desirable to have knowledge or experience of working with Housing Grants, specifically Disabled Facilities Grants, although this is not essential. •	Have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Packages (to include Word, Outlook, Excel) and databases (we will be using IDOX Uniform). Experience of using basic drawing programmes is also preferable. •	Have strong observational skills with the ability to take clear and accurate notes. •	Be highly self-motivated and able to organise and prioritise your own workload. •	Have a basic knowledge of building construction and home adaptations is desirable. •	The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken and written English is essential for the post •	Experience of reading and understanding policies with the ability to applying those policies to real life situations.

Housing Renewals Support Officer

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Please note that we do not accept CVs. We only accept online applications. Our applications can take up to 2hrs to complete&nbsp;but we have prepared some guidelines to help you with the application as it’s such an important part of the process.
&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.elmbridge.gov.uk/blogs/2022/how-ace-local-authority-application-form" target="_blank">https://www.elmbridge.gov.uk/blogs/2022/how-ace-local-authority-application-form</a>
To apply use the "Apply Online" button below, which will take you to our Applicant Tracking System ('ATS') where, once you have applied, you can log on to your online account at any time to view the status of any of your applications. By using ATS, you can track the progress of your application(s), receive communications by email, select your own interview time online and see whether you have been made a conditional offer.



Green Spaces Officer 
Salary:&nbsp; S02 SCP32 £40,791– S02 SCP34 £42,751
36 hours per week
Permanent
Our green spaces, commons and cemeteries are highly treasured by our residents. This is your chance to take guardianship of these much-loved facilities that are such an important part of Elmbridge life. 
And what a team! You will be working with a determined and committed group, passionate about protecting and enhancing the green spaces, cemeteries and commons in Elmbridge. They know the value of these spaces to our residents, especially our most vulnerable residents.
A determined skilled Greenspaces officer
You are a greenspaces officer with experience of the managing a small dedicated team and ensuring the delivery of the ground maintenance contract for our green spaces, but you will also have the ability to manage a variety of services; ensuring the residents of Elmbridge are best served at all times.
You will be able to demonstrate your knowledge of,
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When you thrive, Elmbridge thrives
Elmbridge prides itself on being a learning organisation. You will have the opportunity for both professional and personal development through our talent programme and we will work with you to create a bespoke learning and development programme as appropriate to your role.
The wellbeing of our employees is vitally important to us; whether it’s mindfulness, healthy walks or mental health first aid, there are a wide range of opportunities available to you; after all, when you thrive, Elmbridge thrives.
We know that hybrid working is here to stay and we will work with you to find the best solution for both you and the service.
Our careers website (<a href="https://careers.elmbridge.gov.uk/" target="_blank">https://careers.elmbridge.gov.uk/</a>)&nbsp; will give you lots of information on Elmbridge and you should also view our <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/elmbridge-borough-council" target="_blank">LinkedIn page</a> to see examples of our energy, creativity and commitment to our customers.
For an informal conversation about the post, please contact Emma Campbell, Green Spaces Manager on 01372 474264
Closing Date:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 09:00a.m 02 February 2026
Interview Date: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 12 February 2026
Please note that we do not accept CVs
Elmbridge is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Elmbridge Borough Council

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Commissioning Officer - Adults and Health £45,750 - £49,056 per annum About The Role The Council is looking for an enthusiastic and efficient Commissioning Officer&nbsp;to embed and performance manage&nbsp;its Independent Living Support Service (Domiciliary Care) Framework Agreement. This is&nbsp;important portfolio, as the delivery of high-quality care and support enables Newham's residents to maintain their independence and quality of life in their own home. It is also an exciting portfolio, as the service model has changed - becoming&nbsp;neighbourhood-based; with a focus&nbsp;on&nbsp;enabling, outcome focused care&nbsp;and the delivery of a Trusted Assessor function. About You You should have experience in all aspects of the commissioning cycle and be able to critically appraise service delivery to develop innovative local solutions. You must be able to demonstrate experience of successfully commissioning excellent services and, given the specialised nature of the portfolio area, expert knowledge of Health and Adult Social Care and service delivery (ideally including Domiciliary Care). Your excellent communication skills will be essential to your success in your ability to work as part of the team and develop effective working relationships.&nbsp; You will have the ability to work in partnership with other colleagues across the Council, Health partners, Providers, residents&nbsp;and other stakeholders to re-design services and ensure that outcomes are achieved. The post holder will be required to write and present detailed and well-reasoned reports and business cases for the Adult Social Care Departmental Management Team and other senior boards. <a href="https://www.newham.gov.uk/downloads/file/6737/commissioning-officer-jd-3" target="_blank">https://www.newham.gov.uk/downloads/file/6737/commissioning-officer-jd-3</a>- Closing Date:&nbsp;Wednesday 21 January midnight IMPORTANT: If you are a LBN member of staff and applying for this role as a secondment you should note that secondments are subject to the agreement of your current employing service. Please ensure that you inform your line manager of your intention to apply for the post in the first instance. Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.

London Borough of Newham

Commissioning Officer - Adults and Health

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Ensure Expert HR Advice. Empower Managers. Strengthen One Newham.

 At Newham, our colleagues are the backbone of everything we achieve — and as we move through our transformation and improvement journey, we’re focused on building a learning, listening and high‑performing organisation where everyone feels valued, supported, and equipped to succeed. We Are Newham, and we’re committed to shaping a fairer, more connected future for our workforce and community.&nbsp;

 Head of HR Advice and Consultancy

 Grade SMRB : Salary £67,194 - £82,809 pa

 This is a great opportunity to join a talented, committed and supportive HR/OD function, to demonstrate your leadership skills, and to lead on all aspects of HR casework across a large and complex organisation. We are looking for someone who can:&nbsp;

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 As our Head of HR Advice &amp; Consultancy, you will lead a trusted, responsive and expert HR service that puts people at the heart of decision-making. You’ll guide managers with confident, high‑quality advice; embed consistent and compassionate people practices; and create the conditions for effective leadership across the organisation. Your work will enable colleagues to perform at their best, strengthen the employee experience, and drive the “One Newham” culture that we’re proud of.

 If you’re a strategic, solutions‑focused HR leader who thrives on partnership, empowerment and practical impact, this is your opportunity to shape Newham’s future — helping us become an even better place to work, grow and belong.

 Join us. Support our managers. Empower our people. Help build a fairer Newham.

 Please view JD here

 Closing date: 27 January 2026 at 2pm

 Interviews to be scheduled w/c 2 February 2026

 Additional Information

 We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us.

 The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

 We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

 The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.

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Direct Payments Officer (Financial Admin) - Children's Social Care £40,182 - £42,060 per annum Permanent - Full time, Flexible Working, Home Working ABOUT US Newham Together – The best place for children and young people (click here to view our recruitment video) Newham Children's Social Care is on a journey of transformation that is putting people at the heart of everything we do and creating opportunities for everyone. Our improvement journey is well underway and we are looking for an exceptional Direct Payments Officer to contribute towards making a difference to the lives of our children and young people through their work supporting our statutory and frontline services. We want to be a centre of excellence for Children’s Social Care, and the foundations of the clearly articulated ‘Newham Together’ model (based on Co-Production, Curiosity, Compassion, Confidence, Clarity and Community) along with a Practice Learning Framework and a Social Care Academy are now in place to help us get there.&nbsp; Apply now, and be part of our success. ABOUT THE JOB This is an exciting time to join Newham as our improvement journey is starting to take shape. Reporting to the Service Manager in the SEND Social Work team, the Direct Payments Officer will support the service’s overall aims by providing high quality clerical and financial admin support including making contact with customers in receipt of direct payments, reconciling individual’s accounts and identifying risks with payments given/offered to service users. The Direct Payments Officer is also responsible for maintaining records on Carefirst, the financial system used to track service users’ direct payments. Your work supporting a vital social work service&nbsp;will contribute towards&nbsp;improving quality of life for our children and young people with disabilities. For more information or to apply please&nbsp;click link here,&nbsp;or contact Service Manager Helen Cusick ABOUT YOU ‘People at the heart of everything we do’ We are looking for a candidate with previous experience in a similar financial admin or complex clerical support role. You are highly numerate and are confident working with numbers; you are confident learning and using new systems. You will have strong organisational and data analysis skills in order to be able to help us assess and work with service users by managing Direct Payments effectively. You will have excellent communication skills and be able to work collaboratively with staff across the service and build relationships with a wide range of partners externally in addition to within the organisation. You have a ‘can do’ attitude and are flexible in your approach to work. You already embrace our people focused values and want to be an active part of our collective ‘Newham Together’ journey; and take great pride in the value of your work and team’s collective efforts to change children’s lives. OUR OFFER We've been working hard to make Newham a great place to work. We will offer you: • A competitive salary of up to £42,060 • Flexible working arrangements and the opportunity to work from home. • Smarter Working with new modern technology. • 'Newham Together' - a positive, nurturing and collaborative work environment built on trust. • Excellent transport links to the rest of the capital. • Permanent and stable senior leadership with a consistent vision. • Wellbeing service, leisure and discount benefits (Council scheme). • Travel season ticket loan, cycle scheme, Local Authority pension. TO APPLY Please submit a CV and provide a supporting statement through our recruitment portal.&nbsp;The supporting statement should demonstrate how you meet the relevant requirements listed in the person specification in the job description. Shortlisting decisions will be based on candidates' relevant experience and on candidates' suitability for the role in line with the person specification as described in their supporting statement. Please view JD here Closing date:&nbsp;25th January 2026 Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.

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Client Support Officer&nbsp; £35,520 - £36,585 per annum This position reports to the Project Manager - Voids. It has no line management responsibilities. The role will predominately be assisting the Project Manager&nbsp;to provide effective administrative and coordination support in the delivery of void property works, ensuring properties are turned around efficiently and in line with organisational lettable standards. The postholder will support surveyors, contractors, and managers by managing workflow, maintaining accurate records, and liaising with internal teams and external partners to ensure void properties are prepared for re-letting within agreed timescales. The post holder is also responsible for receiving and recording incoming correspondence relating to the work of the specific team and support the other Client Support officers within strategic voids management to ensure all correspondence both incoming and outgoing is managed to meet the various team’s needs and responded to within timescales. They are also responsible to record inspection data onto relevant systems, liaise with a broad range of Newham Council staff, legal officers, consultants and contractors in connection with individual cases.&nbsp; The postholder will also Maintain effective communication with Housing Management teams to ensure properties are ready for re-letting. Undertake general administrative duties, including filing, data entry, document control, and meeting support. Strategic Void Management is currently delivering a Void Improvement Plan and several recommendations from a recent void audit this job role will be a key part of this delivery.&nbsp; This post will be a lead in reviewing and improving performance relating to the void process ensuring targets are achieved and to take timely and appropriate action where required to maintain agreed standards and best practice The post is based at Bridge Road Depot and is not a hybrid role with the post holder having to attend the office three days a week. It would be advantageous for the candidate to have knowledge of void processes LBN’s housing stock, have&nbsp;proven administrative experience, ideally within housing, construction, or property services. Please view JD here Closing date: 15th January 2026 Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

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 Local Plan Programme Manager: REF: 2669&nbsp;

 PO6: £56,436 rising in annual increments £59,574 pa inc LW&nbsp;&nbsp;

 The post’s salary attracts a market supplement of 8.5% per month   &nbsp;

 Secondment Opportunity /Fixed Term Contract and Full Time until 31 March 2029.&nbsp; Hybrid Working 

 About Us:&nbsp;

 Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community.&nbsp;&nbsp;

 It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth.&nbsp;

 With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.&nbsp;

 Please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

 About the Team:&nbsp;

 The Planning Policy team sits within the Planning &amp; Sustainability division, and, through the development of positive, innovative planning policy and guidance, plays an instrumental role in delivering the priorities and ambitions of the Borough Plan. It is an exciting time to join the team as we embark on the preparation of a new Local Plan and a review of the CIL Charging Schedule - you will manage the preparation of these key planning documents through adopting council policy, ensuring they respond to planning reforms, meet legislative requirements and deliver wider council objectives.&nbsp;

 About the Role:&nbsp;

 You will be someone who has excellent project management skills and can motivate and support others to develop positive, innovative planning policy and guidance. You will have a strong record of delivering in planning policy with a positive outlook and the ability to work well with internal and external partners.&nbsp;

 We operate on a hybrid work model, providing employees greater flexibility and opportunity to work from home. Office working would be a minimum of 2 days per week at our modern offices in the heart of the Brixton Town Centre, less than 5 minutes’ walk from the Underground and Overground train stations.&nbsp;

 How to Apply:&nbsp;

 To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence how you meet the shortlisting criteria on the personal specification marked “A” for application:&nbsp;

 Job Description and Person Specification&nbsp;

 We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement.&nbsp;

 Recruitment Timelines:&nbsp;

 Advert close date: 11:59pm on 30 January 2026&nbsp;

 Shortlisting: Week commencing 02 February 2026&nbsp;

 Interviews: Week commencing 16 February 2026&nbsp;

 Please click here to view: Lambeth Staff Benefits&nbsp;&nbsp; Contact Information:&nbsp;

 For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Laura Bourke – <a href="mailto:LBourke@lambeth.gov.uk" target="_blank">LBourke@lambeth.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

 At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please click here.&nbsp;

Lambeth Council

Local Plan Programme Manager

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Principal Planning Officer: REF: 2541 PO5: £54,360 - £57,495 pa inc LW plus 8.5% market supplement per month 12-month Secondment Opportunity/Fixed Term Contract and Full Time&nbsp; Hybrid Working&nbsp; About Us: Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community.&nbsp; It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our&nbsp;Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth. With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment. Please have a look at our dedicated&nbsp;One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page.&nbsp; About the Team: The Planning Policy team sits within the Planning &amp; Sustainability division, and, through the development of positive, innovative planning policy and guidance, plays in an instrumental role in delivering the priorities and ambitions of the Borough Plan. It is an exciting time to join the team as we embark on the preparation of a new Local Plan - you will support this work by taking a lead on the formulation of the council’s planning policies as well as managing and overseeing workstreams relating to monitoring, data, mapping and research. About the Role: You will be someone who can lead on the review of planning policy documents and knows the value of good quality data. You will be outward looking with a positive attitude and work well with colleagues to deliver council objectives.&nbsp; The position includes line management responsibility. The ability to motivate and support the Planning Monitoring Officer with related monitoring tasks is a key part of this role. We operate on a hybrid work model, providing employees greater flexibility and opportunity to work from home. Office working would be a minimum of 2 days per week at our modern offices in the heart of the Brixton Town Centre, less than 5 minutes’ walk from the Underground and Overground train stations. How to Apply: To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence how you meet the shortlisting criteria on the personal specification marked “A” for application: Job Description and Person Specification We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement. Recruitment Timelines: Advert close date: 11:59pm on 01 February 2026 Shortlisting: week commencing 02 February 2026 Interviews: week commencing 16 February 2026 Please click here to view:&nbsp;Lambeth Staff Benefits Contact Information: For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Laura Bourke –&nbsp;<a href="mailto:LBourke@lambeth.gov.uk" target="_blank">LBourke@lambeth.gov.uk</a> &nbsp; At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please clickhere.

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Engineering Manager (Job Ref: 3952) &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Salary: £55,581 Location: York Way Depot, Freight Lane, York Way London N1C 4BE&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Hours per week:&nbsp;36 Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent/Full Time Closing Date: Thursday 22^nd January 2026 Interview: TBC ** Please note we cannot consider any previous applications from within the last 12 months** About Camden Camden is changing on the inside to make life better for everyone. Our residents and communities are at the heart of everything we do. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today and we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind. &nbsp;Here’s where you can help decide a better future for us all About CATS Camden Accessible Travel Solutions (CATS) is the Council’s in-house transport service. It is based within York Way Depot, in King’s Cross, London and sits within the Environment and Sustainability Directorate under Supporting Communities. The service is responsible for a wide range of transport related services including the provision of accessible buses for children and adults, taxi bookings, fleet maintenance, an MOT service, driver training, fuel provision and manages a range of concessionary travel schemes. What You’ll Be Doing / How You’ll Be Involved The Engineering Team is responsible for the management of the Council’s fleet of vehicles (circa 330), ensuring compliance is maintained through planned vehicle inspections and scheduled maintenance tasks. The team also incorporates the workshop and MOT Centre and is responsible for health and safety compliance within the wider depot, in consultation with Corporate Property and Health and Safety.&nbsp; The Engineering Manager is a key member of the service management team within CATS and plays a lead role in ensuring compliance for staff members, vehicles, the depot and equipment maintenance. This role also leads on decarbonisation of all vehicles as well as improving the service, ensuring that our service delivery and outputs are of the highest standards. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and will require an Enhanced DBS. Please note Camden also offers the DBS update service. To view the Job Profile, please click HERE or copy and paste the below URL into your Microsoft Edge browser (please note the attached will not open in other browsers):&nbsp;<a href="http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11559736/file/document?inline" target="_blank">http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11559736/file/documen…</a> All About You To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our People by visiting '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories</a>'. To be considered for this exciting opportunity its essential the successful candidate has a Level 3 or above Engineer Qualification. Additionally, you must hold current Certificate of Professional Competence in Road Haulage (National Freight / Passenger Transport) gained by examination, a Full UK Driving License as well as PCV/ and or HGV driving license and possesses relevant experience in a similar post. We are looking for a highly organized and diligent self starter to contribute to the long-term planning and strategy of the transportation department. This could include initiatives to improve service efficiency, reduce costs, or implement new technologies such as telematics systems or automated routing software. You will contribute to the long-term success of the transportation department requires strategic vision which include conduct regular reviews of transportation performance metrics to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. <ul> <li>Collaborate with other departments to align transportation strategies with overall business objectives.</li> <li>Stay informed about industry trends and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.</li> <li>Lead on service transformation and continuous improvement as well as the key driver to our ambitious plans of decarbonization our fleet of vehicles by 2030</li> <li>To ensure that Driving Legislation is adhered to and that Drivers have the required qualifications and training. &nbsp;</li> </ul> The ideal candidate will, have a sound engineering background in the maintenance/repair of multiple types of vehicles ranging from vans, PCV buses and large goods vehicles.&nbsp; You will have an excellent knowledge of all Operators License requirements and any other statutory and/or regulatory requirements in the management of Fleet and Passenger Services; inclusive of Vehicle Maintenance, the MOT Bay and Transport Operations.&nbsp; This role requires effective communication and coordination with other departments within the Camden, suppliers, and clients are essential. You will act as the point of contact between different stakeholders in ensuring the seamless flow of information and services. Additionally, you will provide professional expert, technical and management support to a team of Officers and Workshop staff members within the Engineering Team. The post holder will provide direct line management support to the Operations Manager and three Fleet Officers as well as apprentices.&nbsp; We strongly encourage applicants to write their applications themselves. While we understand the growing use of AI tools, we believe that personal reflection and authenticity are key to a strong application. Please avoid using AI-generated content when applying. What We Offer At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits including: <ul> <li>27 days annual leave for new starters, rising to 31 days after 5 years</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li> <li>Flexible working opportunities</li> <li>Interest free loans</li> <li>Access to our incredible staff networks</li> <li>Career development and training</li> <li>Wellbeing support and activities</li> </ul> Visit '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits</a>' for more details.

Camden Council

Engineering Manager

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Support Worker - Aylesbury, BuckinghamshireWe currently have an opportunity for a full time (37.5 hours) Support Worker at our registered care home, Trinity Court 4, in Aylesbury.4 Trinity Court is a registered residential care home supporting 6 individuals with learning disabilities, providing 24/7 care across a wide range of support needs in all aspects of the individuals lives. The service is ideally suited to those looking to gain valuable experience in full residential care.As a Support Worker, you will:<ul><li>Provide tailored support to individuals in their own homes</li><li>Provide personal care with sensitivity and respect</li><li>Encourage life skills such as budgeting, shopping, cooking, and cleaning</li><li>Draft personalised support plans and risk assessments</li><li>Empower people to achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for people who are:<ul><li>Caring, reliable, and proactive, with a genuine desire to help others</li><li>Able to communicate effectively and adapt to different needs</li><li>Comfortable working shifts, including weekends and bank holidays</li><li>Committed to equality, diversity, and person-centred support</li><li>Experienced in a similar role</li></ul> It is essential that you have a Full UK Driving Licence.Hightown Benefits:<ul><li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year (pro rata), including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li><li>£25,857pa for a 37.5 hour per week contract</li><li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li><li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li><li>Monthly attendance bonus and annual salary and cost of living review</li><li>Ongoing professional development and training to help you deliver outstanding support</li><li>Employee assistance helpline</li></ul>Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

Hightown Housing Association

Support Worker

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Salary: M1 (£32,916)- M6 (£45,352)+ TLR + well-being cash plan + pension scheme + Lift Schools benefits Hours: Full time Start date: ASAP A rare early years teacher job opportunity to join our outstanding early years provision. Your new school Lift Charles Warren is an inclusive primary for children aged 4 to 11, with both mainstream classes and a specialist provision for pupils in EYFS to the end of Key Stage 1. Set in the beautiful village of Simpson the school is surrounded by trees and bordered by the canal, giving children the benefit of extensive grounds and a wonderful environment in which to learn and play. The school is led by an ambitious and dedicated Executive Principle, Mrs Sharon Burke, she has established a strong and personable team and in July 2025 received a fantastic Ofsted with areas being 'good' or 'outstanding'. This is an exciting time to join as we search for an early years teacher to join us. Your new role At Lift Charles Warren we have high expectations for all pupils. Our aim is for every child to be inspired, challenged and supported to achieve their very best and this role is vital for us to meet that promise to parents and children alike. Due to an unforeseen illness we are looking for an early years teacher to join our outstanding provision. We are very fortunate to have a brilliant outdoor area including a forest school, nature walk and well kept grounds. We are looking for a driven early years teacher to work with two very experienced and capable TA's to deliver a broad and balanced curriculum, facilitating a positive learning environment where all children feel supported and encouraged to reach their full potential. What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified teacher who has patience and understanding with young children. You'll be able to quickly adjust teaching methods to meet the needs of all children. It's important you have the flexibility to be able to handle unexpected situations with professionalism and patience in interactions with a variety of children and situations, with a calm demeanour. We will review applications and interview ASAP so please apply or make contact ASAP. Who is Lift Schools? We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 58 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had. If you would like a confidential discussion/ tour of the school please contact Jessica Billows, Recruiting Manager. We offer you: Comprehensive training: Access to some of the best developmental training to boost your career. Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered. Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.Lift Schools is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

EYFS Teacher

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At West Northamptonshire Council (WNC), our vision is simple: to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive. We’re looking for a Revenues Manager to lead our Council Tax and Business Rates service, ensuring high-quality delivery, compliance with legislation, and a strong focus on customer experience. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Revenues and Benefits, you’ll manage a team of seven Team Leaders and play a key role in shaping the future of our revenues service. This is a leadership role with significant impact, offering the opportunity to drive innovation, digital transformation, and performance improvement across the council. The role is part flexible with a minimum of 2 days a week in the office (One Angel Square).Our benefits You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.What will you be doing? In this role, you’ll lead the strategic direction of Council Tax, Business Rates, and Inspections, making sure services run efficiently and in line with legislation. As the council’s expert on revenues, you’ll oversee billing, recovery, and enforcement while driving innovation and maximising income by improving collection rates. Managing a £1.6m budget and a team of seven Team Leaders, you’ll inspire high performance and champion digital solutions. You’ll also play a key part in major projects like revaluations and annual billing, and when required, deputise for the Service Director, ensuring our revenues service remains effective, forward‑thinking, and customer‑focused.About you You’re a confident leader with deep expertise in Council Tax and Business Rates, ready to bring energy and vision to our revenues service. With a strong track record in managing change, driving performance, and shaping policy, you thrive on solving complex challenges and inspiring teams to deliver their best. You’ll be IRRV Level 7 qualified and educated to degree level (or equivalent experience), with the ability to turn technical knowledge into clear, pragmatic advice that influences decisions. Most importantly, you’ll combine professionalism with enthusiasm, building strong relationships, embracing innovation, and keeping people at the heart of everything you do.About us At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.&nbsp;If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Revenues Manager

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.<h2>About the role</h2>At West Northamptonshire Council (WNC), our vision is simple: to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive. We’re looking for a Revenues Manager to lead our Council Tax and Business Rates service, ensuring high-quality delivery, compliance with legislation, and a strong focus on customer experience. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Revenues and Benefits, you’ll manage a team of seven Team Leaders and play a key role in shaping the future of our revenues service. This is a leadership role with significant impact, offering the opportunity to drive innovation, digital transformation, and performance improvement across the council. The role is part flexible with a minimum of 2 days a week in the office (One Angel Square).<h2>Additional information</h2>You’re a confident leader with deep expertise in Council Tax and Business Rates, ready to bring energy and vision to our revenues service. With a strong track record in managing change, driving performance, and shaping policy, you thrive on solving complex challenges and inspiring teams to deliver their best. You’ll be IRRV Level 7 qualified and educated to degree level (or equivalent experience), with the ability to turn technical knowledge into clear, pragmatic advice that influences decisions. Most importantly, you’ll combine professionalism with enthusiasm, building strong relationships, embracing innovation, and keeping people at the heart of everything you do.<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.&nbsp;If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

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Additional Salary Information:&nbsp; &nbsp; Plus Market Premia payment of £2,500 per year until 31/12/27 &nbsp; &nbsp; Plus Golden Hello payment of £3,915 (T&amp;C applies)&nbsp;
About the role
You will be leading one of our most dynamic teams within the Council.&nbsp; The Housing Standards Team responds to complaints about Housing Conditions in the private sector and delivers our selective, additional and mandatory licensing schemes.
What we offer
The benefits of working with&nbsp;CBC:&nbsp;
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<li>Generous annual leave of between 35.5&nbsp;and 40.5 days&nbsp;of leave (depending on length of service),&nbsp;inclusive of&nbsp;bank holidays&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Most services are closed over Christmas&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Opportunities for professional development linked to many roles&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Free parking&nbsp;</li>
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About Charnwood
Charnwood Borough Council in Leicestershire is an ambitious and dynamic organisation with a strong focus on supporting communities, looking after the environment, and creating a thriving economy.
We are also customer focused, both internally and externally.
We are looking for the latest member of the CBC team to deliver our aims and values.
Charnwood is one of the largest shire district councils in the country based on population, serving around 183,000 people.
We offer a range of services, with everything from refuse and recycling collections to the operation of a theatre and historic markets.
The Council strongly believes a diverse and inclusive workforce helps make our services better. We value the individual strengths of each colleague and the potential they bring.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and strive to promote a disability confident culture.&nbsp; To find out more about our Disability Confident commitments including reasonable adjustments and the guaranteed interview scheme please visit: <a href="http://www.charnwood.gov.uk/pages/equality_diversity_and_inclusion" target="_blank">www.charnwood.gov.uk/pages/equality_diversity_and_inclusion</a>.
We have also signed the Armed Forces Covenant (AFC) and have achieved the AFC’s Employer Recognition Gold Award.
Colleagues are also actively engaged through our Staff Forum and groups such as our Health and Wellbeing Group and Equality Working Group.
Find out more about this role and who we are by visiting <a href="http://www.charnwood.gov.uk/jobs" target="_blank">www.charnwood.gov.uk/jobs</a>
No agencies please.

Charnwood Borough Council

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We are hiring Newly Qualified Social Workers with a focus on....PEOPLE, PROMOTION, PROGRESSION AND PERFORMANCE.We will support you with a protected caseload for 2 years and provide a range of guidance training and advice from the management and social work academy.Located in the heart of the Northwest close to Liverpool, Manchester and Lancashire, St Helens is a modernising Council which is passionate and ambitious for the children and families we support, our communities and our workforce. As part of our transformation journey, we continue to build on our progress and put children firmly at the centre of our care. We can only do this because of our highly valued, skilled, and supported workforce. St Helens Borough Council is on a mission to be a leading Council for best practice and an employer of choice for individuals seeking a rewarding role and career.Making a difference at St Helens as a Newly Qualified Social Worker Joining us as a Newly Qualified Social Worker means you will provide expertise commensurate with your role, experience and grade acting as invaluable resource to the team and department working in a diverse, challenging and rewarding environment. You will have a protected caseload for 2 years and will receive additional support from our ASYE co-ordinator. If you are a social worker who really likes to make a difference, is keen to develop and is keen to take on the challenge then, you can read our full job description and person specification criteria documents for full information. St Helens is a great place to work so why not see what our colleagues have to say and to discover our full range of in work benefits. We understand that you may have some questions so if you would like to explore any aspect of this role before applying you are welcome to discuss this with us by submitting an expression of interest request to <a href="mailto:socialcarerecruitment@sthelens.gov.uk" target="_blank">socialcarerecruitment@sthelens.gov.uk</a> and a member of the team will be in touch to discuss any questions you might have.Children’s Services Social Work Academy site.The St Helens Social Work Academy is all about continuous professional development in social work, supporting you at every stage of your social work career, focused on People, Promotion, Progression and Performance. The Academy supports social workers throughout their career journey to achieve better outcomes for our children and families and onto new career opportunities in the authority. Take a look at our new site here <a href="https://socialworkacademypartnership.sthelens.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Social Care Academy - Social Care Recruitment</a><h4> </h4><h4>We are rated GOOD by Ofsted &amp; OUTSTANDING with Services for Young People Leaving Care! </h4><h4>We are ambitious as we continue "Being Brilliant at the Basics and Beyond", and working towards becoming outstanding in all areas. The child’s voice is central to all our work &amp; we know to achieve this we need well-supported, low-caseload, happy staff. We test whether we are getting this right with health checks. You can view the the most recent survey results attached with this advert.</h4><h4>Check out our most recent Social Worker Health Check attached with this advert.</h4>The dedication, professionalism and strength of our Children's workforce is demonstrated every day and we are always interested in hearing from Newly Qualified social workers who share our commitment and values and would be interested in joining us. There are currently vacancies in the following teams:<ul><li>Family Help &amp; Protection</li><li>Adoption</li><li>Fostering</li><li>Duty</li><li>EDT</li><li>CWLA</li></ul> <h2>Benefits That Make A Real Difference To Our Employees</h2>When you choose to work for St Helens Council, you will be rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package including a wide range of financial options, benefits and rewards. Take a look at what's employee benefits are on offer via the link below, find out more about what it is like to work at St Helens and see what real employees have to say.<a href="https://jobs.sthelens.gov.uk/CMS/CMSPage/23" target="_blank">St Helens Borough Council | Jobs | Search here for your perfect career - Employee Benefits</a>St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Leader. This means that the Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within the interview/selection process. Equality &amp; Diversity St Helens Borough Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation.Our Social Worker posts are hybrid positions with some home working. Posts will require you to be based at our offices and be able to attend the St Helens area regularly as part of your work.Social Worker posts are subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure and Social Work England Registration. We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we receive a sufficient number of applications.

St Helens Metropolitan Council

Social Workers - Newly Qualified

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At West Northamptonshire Council, we’re looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to play a pivotal role in the delivery of high quality, value for money services. This is an exciting opportunity to join our forward-thinking central procurement and finance team, where you’ll provide expert advice and deliver end to end procurement services that directly support our ambitious corporate plan and strategic objectives. Our benefits You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.What will you be doing? As a key member of our People and Resources Business Partner Team you will be;&nbsp;<ul><li>A trusted adviser to key service stakeholders, influencing decisions and supporting major programmes across Council services. </li><li>Support the delivery of a complex and varied procurement pipeline, balancing strategic priorities with operational delivery, supporting the Council to deliver its strategic objectives. </li><li>Delivering effective and robust governance , compliance, and risk management incorporating the latest changes in policy and legislation.  </li><li>Drive process development, including opportunities to innovate and add value. </li><li>Champion our business partner model, raising the profile of procurement and ensuring best practice is consistently applied across the organisation.</li></ul>About you If you are an experienced procurement manager with extensive public sector procurement knowledge and expertise , strong commercial acumen, and the ability to build and develop relationships with key stakeholders, we want to hear from you. &nbsp;In return,&nbsp;you’ll&nbsp;join a collaborative and supportive environment, where&nbsp;you’ll&nbsp;have the autonomy to shape the way we work, the visibility to influence at the highest levels, and the support to continue developing your career. &nbsp;If this sounds like the right next step for you,&nbsp;we’d&nbsp;be delighted to hear from you. About us At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Procurement Manager

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<h1>Our Social Care workforce provides services to children, young people and their families day in and day out, making a positive impact on the lives of people within the community. </h1><h1>People are the most important resource we have which is why in addition to our fantastic employee benefits, we are also currently offering an additional £4,000 Welcome Gesture for a limited time to Qualified Experienced Social Workers appointed from our new Social Worker recruitment campaign (Terms &amp; Conditions Apply, please contact us for further details). </h1><h4> </h4><h4>We are rated GOOD by Ofsted &amp; OUTSTANDING with Services for Young People Leaving Care! </h4><h4>We are ambitious as we continue "Being Brilliant at the Basics and Beyond", and working towards becoming outstanding in all areas. The child’s voice is central to all our work &amp; we know to achieve this we need well-supported, low-caseload, happy staff. We test whether we are getting this right with health checks. You can view the the most recent survey results attached with this advert.</h4><h4>Check out our most recent Social Worker Health Check attached with this advert.</h4>Children’s Services Social Work Academy site.The St Helens Social Work Academy is all about continuous professional development in social work, supporting you at every stage of your social work career, focused on People, Promotion, Progression and Performance. The Academy supports social workers throughout their career journey to achieve better outcomes for our children and families and onto new career opportunities in the authority. Take a look at our new site here <a href="https://socialworkacademypartnership.sthelens.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Social Care Academy - Social Care Recruitment</a>The dedication, professionalism and strength of our Children's workforce is demonstrated every day and we are always interested in hearing from qualified social workers who share our commitment and values and would be interested in joining us in one of the following teams:<ul><li>Children We Look After</li><li>Adoption </li><li>Fostering</li><li>Family Help &amp; Protection</li><li>Duty</li><li>EDT</li></ul> <h2>Benefits That Make A Real Difference To Our Employees</h2>When you choose to work for St Helens Council and in addition to the £4,000 Financial Gesture, you will be rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package including a wide range of financial options, benefits and rewards. Take a look at what's employee benefits are on offer via the link below, find out more about what it is like to work at St Helens and see what real employees have to say.<a href="https://jobs.sthelens.gov.uk/CMS/CMSPage/23" target="_blank">St Helens Borough Council | Jobs | Search here for your perfect career - Employee Benefits</a>St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Leader. This means that the Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within the interview/selection process. Equality &amp; Diversity St Helens Borough Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation.Our Social Worker posts are hybrid positions with some home working. Posts will require you to be based at our offices and be able to attend the St Helens area regularly as part of your work.Social Worker posts are subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure and Social Work England Registration. We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we receive a sufficient number of applications.

Social Workers - Experienced - Children's Services - £4k Welcome Gesture

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.<h2>About the role</h2>At West Northamptonshire Council, we’re looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to play a pivotal role in the delivery of high quality, value for money services. This is an exciting opportunity to join our forward-thinking central procurement and finance team, where you’ll provide expert advice and deliver end to end procurement services that directly support our ambitious corporate plan and strategic objectives. <h2>Additional information</h2>If you are an experienced procurement manager with extensive public sector procurement knowledge and expertise , strong commercial acumen, and the ability to build and develop relationships with key stakeholders, we want to hear from you. &nbsp;In return,&nbsp;you’ll&nbsp;join a collaborative and supportive environment, where&nbsp;you’ll&nbsp;have the autonomy to shape the way we work, the visibility to influence at the highest levels, and the support to continue developing your career. &nbsp;If this sounds like the right next step for you,&nbsp;we’d&nbsp;be delighted to hear from you. <h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

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Are you passionate about making sure every child feels valued, included, and able to thrive? We are looking for a dedicated and nurturing Inclusion Champion to join our team and help us continue building a school where every pupil feels a strong sense of belonging.
As our Inclusion Champion, you will work closely with the SENDCo, Head Teacher, pastoral team, and class teachers to support pupils with additional needs, including those with SEND, SEMH needs, or other vulnerabilities.
You will help remove barriers to learning, model inclusive practice, and build strong, trusting relationships with children and families. Your work will make a meaningful difference to pupils¿ wellbeing, confidence, and engagement in school life.
 We are seeking someone who is warm, reflective, and child centred, someone who believes wholeheartedly in equity, inclusion, and the potential of every child. If you are calm under pressure, skilled at building relationships, and committed to helping children flourish socially, emotionally, and academically, we would love to hear from you.
We can offer:
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<li>A school culture rooted in kindness, respect, and high expectations</li>
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 Key Responsibilities:
1. Promoting Inclusive Practice - Champion the school's vision and values around nurture, inclusion, equality, and diversity. Model inclusive approaches in all aspects of school life, ensuring pupils feel safe, respected, and valued. Support staff in adapting teaching and learning to meet the needs of all pupils. 2. Supporting Pupils with Additional Needs - Work alongside the SENDCo to identify pupils requiring additional support and ensure early intervention strategies are implemented. Monitor the progress and wellbeing of pupils with SEND, EAL, annclusion Champion will ensure that inclusion is at the heart of the school¿s culture, strengthening capacity across the staff team and enabling all pupils to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.¿Provide targeted support to pupils in nurture provision, in class or small groups, as directed. 3. Building Staff Capacity - Partner with teachers and teaching assistants to share strategies, resources, and approaches that promote inclusion. Contribute to staff CPD by modelling best practice and supporting training sessions. Encourage reflective practice and support colleagues in developing confidence when working with pupils with diverse needs. 4. Family and Community Engagement - Build strong, positive relationships with parents and carers, ensuring they feel welcomed and supported. Work collaboratively with external agencies and the Local Authority to strengthen provision. 5. Monitoring and Evaluation - Support the collection and analysis of data relating to behaviour, progress, and attainment of vulnerable groups. Contribute to reports for governors and senior leaders on the impact of inclusion strategies. Identify areas for improvement and help shape action plans to raise standards.
Application Process:
To apply, please read the attached Notes for Applicants, School Information and complete the Application Form.
Please return completed application forms with a supporting letter to the Headteacher at the school address.
Cathcart Street Primary School Dover Close Birkenhead CH41 3JY
The Disclosure Form should also be downloaded, but only completed and returned to the school if invited for interview.
Closing Date: 06/02/2026 at 12pm Interview Dates: 09/02/2026
Safeguarding Statement:
Cathcart Street Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, meaning that all convictions, cautions, and warnings (including those that are spent) must be disclosed. However, the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013, 2020 &amp; 2023) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected' and are not subject to disclosure to employers, and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Please note that we adhere to the principles of Safer Recruitment in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidelines.
Closing Date: 06/02/2026 - Time on Closing Date: 12:00pm disadvantaged backgrounds, ensuring barriers to learning are addressed.
Person Specification&nbsp;&nbsp;
Essential:
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<li>Strong commitment to inclusive education and equality of opportunity.</li>
<li>Trauma Informed Practice aware.</li>
<li>Experience of working with children with SEND or additional needs in a school setting.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust with pupils, staff, and families.</li>
<li>Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and independently when required.</li>
<li>Organised, proactive, and reflective in practice.</li>
<li>Enthusiastic, positive, adaptable and nurturing personality.</li>
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Desirable:
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<li>Knowledge of current SEND legislation and guidance.</li>
<li>Team Teach trained.</li>
<li>Experience of working in a nurture provision/ resource base setting / specialist provision</li>
<li>Familiarity with multi agency working and external support services.&nbsp;</li>
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Inclusion Champion HLTA

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Please fully complete the online application form.
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About the role
Do you have experience of delivering and supervising frontline operational services in a Street Cleansing or Waste Collection Service environment?&nbsp;
We are looking to appoint a Waste Management &amp; Street Cleansing OFFICER to join the service.&nbsp; You will be responsible for the daily schedule planning, deployment and supervision of teams to ensure that statutory obligations and service plans are delivered across the Borough.&nbsp; There will be a keen focus on the improvement of the local environmental quality and attention to detail is key when delivering Street Cleansing Services.
As part of the wider service, you will play a role in supporting the service to meet the requirements of the Environment Act 2021 regarding the roll out of simpler recycling principals and the implementation of food waste collections.&nbsp; Additionally, you will also support the continued promotion of the management of waste through reducing, reusing and recycling.
In return we can offer a salary with incremental progression, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, 28 days annual leave, rising to 33 after 5 years’ service, training and development opportunities and a supportive workplace culture that allows you to develop and grow.
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you!
Your new place of work
Sefton is a vibrant local authority on a journey of aspiration and ambition as it works towards delivering its exciting Vision 2030.&nbsp; This journey is shared with our partners and communities as we strive to ensure Sefton is a confident and connected Borough.
Sefton is the northern most borough of the Liverpool City Region with more than 273,000 residents.&nbsp; Boasting 22 miles of stunning coastline as well as spanning the busy port of Liverpool means that Sefton is a diverse and exciting Borough.
Closing Date - 30/01/2026
Provisional Interview Date - 10/02/2026

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council

Sefton Council LGA Peer Review - 2022

Waste Management & Street Cleansing Officer

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Wyre Council offers this development through many of its career paths.
To apply for one of our vacancies, click on ‘apply online’ to begin your application



CORPORATE SYSTEMS ASSISTANT
37 HOURS PER WEEK
GRADE 6 £30,024 - £32,061
Are you detail-orientated with an interest in technology and process improvement? Join our Corporate Systems team and play a key role in supporting the council’s digital transformation.
We’re looking for a self-motivated Corporate Systems Assistant to help maintain and develop our corporate systems, ensuring they run smoothly and efficiently. You’ll play a key role in maintaining operations through consistent daily, weekly and monthly processes. Your attention to detail will ensure accuracy and reliability in essential workflows and provide opportunities to streamline processes and suggest improvements.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on projects that improve operational efficiency compliance and enable better customer experiences. If you enjoy problem-solving, learning new systems and working collaboratively, we’d love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
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<li>To manage the administrative processes associated with Council systems.</li>
<li>Regularly review and update existing processes.</li>
<li>Support system users across the council, including public facing systems, and provide training when necessary.</li>
</ul>
Skills and Experience:
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<li>Proficiency in operating a wide range of software systems.</li>
<li>Ability to resolve problems and work under pressure.</li>
<li>Capable of providing tutoring to fellow officers.</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills both with colleagues and the public and the ability to work as part of a team.</li>
</ul>
Desirable Attributes:
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<li>Knowledge of council systems administration and services.</li>
<li>Knowledge of revenues and benefits administration.</li>
</ul>
This role requires a commitment to upholding the council’s values of professionalism, innovation, collaboration, and customer focus.
What’s in it for you?
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<li>Flexi time and the option to work remotely part of the week as agreed with your line manager.</li>
<li>Generous annual leave allowance. A minimum of 24 days (pro rata) in addition to all bank holidays, rising to 26 days after four years and 29 days after five years local government service.</li>
<li>Future development – face to face and virtual courses in line with your developmental goals.</li>
<li>Employee wellbeing support.</li>
<li>Free parking on site.</li>
<li>A local government pension scheme, with generous employer contribution.</li>
<li>The opportunity to work for the local community and make a difference.</li>
</ul>
To apply online and for more information about this vacancy, please visit our website <a href="http://www.wyre.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.wyre.gov.uk</a>
Closing date: 1st February 2026

Corporate Systems Assistant

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Dartford Borough Council have over 4000 social homes throughout the local area. With an established track record for maintaining quality homes, delivering new affordable housing and investing in local communities this is an exciting opportunity to join the Council.
This new role of Housing Asset Information Officer will be the lead for managing our Housing Asset Management Database (Housing One) and its stock condition data. You will ensure stock condition data is accurate and analyse the data to identify capital investment programmes that help meet regulatory standards. You will lead on providing information, relating to annual government returns. You will respond to a wide range of enquiries related to stock condition and current or future investment programmes and help develop future Housing Asset Management Strategies.
We are seeking a candidate with excellent report building and system knowledge, able to critically evaluate large data sets, whilst ensuring data integrity and safeguarding, by way of data audits and data security being fully managed. The position offers the opportunity to work within a collaborative environment, develop your skills and contribute to achieving our service goals. You must be an analytical thinker that is able to work under pressure often to tight and conflicting deadlines. If this sounds like the job for you, please apply.
Key responsibilities:
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<li>Maintain and update housing asset databases, ensuring accuracy and completeness of property records.</li>
<li>Collect, validate, and analyse data relating to housing stock, components, and compliance.</li>
<li>Support the development of asset management strategies and investment programmes.</li>
<li>Produce reports and dashboards for internal teams and senior management.</li>
<li>Liaise with contractors, surveyors, and internal departments to ensure timely data updates.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, standards, and data protection requirements.</li>
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About You:
<ul>
<li>Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.</li>
<li>Proficient in report building, data management systems and Microsoft Excel.</li>
<li>Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret and present data clearly.</li>
<li>Knowledge of housing asset management and compliance regulations is desirable.</li>
<li>Experience in a similar role within housing or property management is an advantage.</li>
</ul>

Dartford Borough Council

Asset Information Officer

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Dartford Borough Council have over 4000 social homes throughout the local area. With an established track record for maintaining quality homes, delivering new affordable housing and investing in local communities this is an exciting opportunity to join the Council. This new post has been created to complement our existing team and further increase our ability to offer an excellent first point of contact service.
We are looking for a Customer Services Advisor who is passionate about delivering a great service for residents. In this role you will be the first point of contact for repair calls, diagnosing repairs and managing queries. Your work will play a huge part in maintaining strong customer relationships, improving service quality and ensuring every interaction is timely, professional and understanding. Experience of housing management systems is desirable, and you will need to be aware of data protection requirements, and confident in producing clear, effective written communication across a variety of formats. Most importantly, you’ll bring empathy, professionalism and determination to provide a positive experience for our residents. If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please review the full job on the Candidate Pack before applying.
Key Responsibilities
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<li>Act as the first point of contact for all repair-related queries.</li>
<li>Triaging repair requests and prioritising appropriately.</li>
<li>Raising repair orders and instructing contractors to deliver works.</li>
<li>Overseeing the delivery of repair works to ensure quality and timeliness.</li>
<li>Monitoring and reporting on contractor performance.</li>
<li>Maintaining accurate records and providing updates to colleagues and residents.</li>
</ul>
About You
<ul>
<li>Experience in a similar role within a social housing environment is desirable.</li>
<li>Strong background in customer service or administration.</li>
<li>Ability to analyse information and present findings clearly.</li>
<li>Excellent attention to detail and ability to work accurately under pressure.</li>
<li>Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.</li>
<li>Experience with housing management systems is an advantage.</li>
<li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.</li>
</ul>
Please note, this is not currently a hybrid working role. The successful candidate will work full time from the main office

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Salary: NCJ point 12 (£27,254) - 17 (£29,540) + well-being cash plan + pension scheme + Lift Schools benefits Hours: Full time Location: Lift Lea Forest, Hurstcroft Rd, Birmingham B33 9RD Contract type: fixed term contract until the end of Aug 2026 (with the possibility of extension) Start date: ASAP A rare opportunity to work for Lift Lea Forest who recently won Primary School of the Year in the West Midlands. Your new school Lift Lea Forest is part of Lift Schools, a MAT of 57 schools with 10 in the Midlands, which allows you access to the best training programmes available as well as more internal opportunities. Lift Lea Forest have an incredible reputation and are an 'outstanding' primary school where Ofsted recognised ''leaders have created an impressive school environment that focuses on supporting pupils excellent academic achievements'' and where ''pupils work hard, are keen to learn and achieve exceptionally well''. If you are passionate about ensuring the schools facilities are well kept we'd love to hear from you. Your new role The role of the School Facilities Manager is to ensure that the school functions safely and effectively on a daily basis. The role is key to ensuring that school facilities are available and fit for purpose at all times. The School Facilities Manager is responsible for ensuring that the site is clean and tidy, items are moved to the appropriate place, minor repairs are made and contractors are effectively monitored whilst on site. What you'll need to succeed You will have experience of premises management, building cleaning or building management with knowledge of security systems and Health &amp; Safety procedures. You will have full ability to carry out general repairs, lift and carry items and both follow and comply with instructions on equipment and/or materials usage. We offer you: Career development training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career. Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered. Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives. Please apply for the role as soon as possible, we will be reviewing applications and interviewing as they are submitted and reserve the right to close early. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. Lift Schools is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

School Facilities Manager

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Job Title: Personal AdvisorA bit about us:Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic, and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place.&nbsp;We've got ambitious targets to meet by 2025 and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities.&nbsp; &nbsp;Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!Our Practice Model – “Our City, Our Children, Together” – was chosen by colleagues, parents and carers, children, and young people to reflect our collective commitment to working collaboratively, it is more than just a practice model, it is a shared vision. Every part of this model has been co-produced with the people who access and deliver our services.&nbsp;It represents our values, our relationships, and our belief that, by working together, we can create the best outcomes for children, young people, and their networks. This is a model we can be proud of and one that truly belongs to all of us.The Role:<ul><li>As a Personal Advisor for our Leaving Care Service, you will be working with a group of amazing young people who come from diverse backgrounds and who have a range of life experiences</li><li>The Personal Advisor will hold at least a Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People or equivalent and have strong direct experience working with vulnerable children and young people within or leaving the care system.&nbsp; You will have sound understanding of legislation, as well as financial and benefit entitlements for care leavers</li><li>The Personal Advisor will have the drive and motivation to deliver excellent services and improve outcomes to ensure a positive difference and brighter future for our children and young people</li><li>As a Personal Advisor you will need to have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to motivate young people and to inspire them to make the most of their potential.&nbsp; You will creatively source appropriate support with regards to suitable accommodation, education and employment opportunities as well as provide them with the emotional, social and practice skills to promote independent living</li><li>The Personal Advisor will work closely with our Permanence Service to provide tailored support, accurate guidance and advice on transition planning for young people leaving care.&nbsp; You will be confident, proactive and able to work in partnership with all multi-agencies to ensure you achieve the best outcomes&nbsp;</li></ul>Our offer to you:<ul><li>At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days</li><li>Agile working (role dependent) - a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception</li><li>Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme</li><li>Progression -&nbsp;opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li><li>Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes&nbsp;</li><li>Drive Time –&nbsp;a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li><li>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave &nbsp;</li><li>Discounted Gym Memberships&nbsp;</li><li>Employee Volunteering Scheme&nbsp;</li><li>Medicash&nbsp;</li></ul>Next steps: Closing date: midnight &nbsp;Sunday 18 January 2026 Shortlisting date: Monday 19 January 2026 Interview date: Monday 26 January 2026We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Harriet Cadman, Recruitment and Retention Lead, <a href="mailto:harriet.cadman@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">harriet.cadman@liverpool.gov.uk</a> or Rachael Burke, Service Manager Leaving Care <a href="mailto:rachael.burke@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">rachael.burke@liverpool.gov.uk</a>Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve.&nbsp;As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities.&nbsp;To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.&nbsp;If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system.&nbsp;Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. &nbsp;Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process.&nbsp;All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship.&nbsp;Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility <a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/gRWgCZ668UPJVq6ijjIC3?domain=urldefense.com" target="_blank">criteria</a> for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.Please be advised it is our understanding that this role does not meet the requirements of a skilled worker visa as set out by UK Visa and Immigration <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes</a> . For details regarding the salary of a skilled worker visa please visit Home Office: <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list</a>This is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstances.

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