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Job Title: Adult Social Worker Starting Salary: £38,220 progressing to £41,771 pa (pro rata for part-time) + £1k welcome payment, relocation &amp; car lease schemes (terms apply) Hours: 37 hours or part time Location: Hertfordshire Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Adult Care ServicesAre you passionate about improving lives and empowering people to live independently? Whether you're an experienced social worker or just starting your journey, Hertfordshire County Council offers a range of exciting opportunities across our adult social care services.We’re transforming the way we work through our Connected Lives approach – a strengths-based model that puts people at the centre of everything we do. We focus on what matters most to individuals and their carers, helping them achieve their goals, stay connected to their communities, and live fulfilling livesWhy Join Us?<ul><li>Hybrid and flexible working to support your work-life balance</li><li>Ongoing learning and development to help you grow in your career</li><li>Opportunities for community engagement and volunteering</li></ul>A supportive, collaborative environment where your voice matters<h4>About the team</h4>We're looking for social work England registered Social Workers to join us. We are currently unable to accommodate newly qualified social workers, however you are welcome to apply to be notified of when the opportunities become available.We have opportunities within our adult disability, older people and hospital teams across Hertfordshire.Prevention of Admissions Team - Hemel HempsteadJoin our well-established, integrated Health and Social Care Prevention of Admissions Team, based in Hemel Hempstead, and be part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary service dedicated to keeping people safe and well at home.You’ll work alongside a skilled team of nurses, paramedics, physiotherapists, and occupational therapists, delivering rapid, person-centred care to residents across South West Hertfordshire.You'll be part of:<ul><li>A collaborative, co-located team environment with health colleagues</li><li>A fast-paced service providing urgent 2-hour response assessments in community settings</li><li>A focus on preventing unnecessary hospital admissions, helping individuals remain in the comfort of their own homes</li><li>Operating hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM (4:30 PM on Fridays)</li></ul>Hospital Integrated Discharge Team<ul><li>market forces enhancement per year</li><li>5% operational enhancement.</li></ul>These enhancements are non-contractual payments, subject to a 3 yearly reviewYou'll ensure safe and timely discharges from hospital by:<ul><li>Assessing the needs of patients and carers</li><li>Arranging appropriate care packages</li><li>Liaising with professionals and agencies</li><li>Supporting person-centred discharge planning</li></ul>Barnet &amp; Chase Farm HospitalWatford General HospitalHerts Valleys Community Hospital Team - 24 hours per weekWe offer a 7 day service and currently operate a 1-weekend-in-8 rota across the Hospital TeamOlder People TeamSupport adults and carers with long-term health and social care needs. Our teams work under the Care Act to safeguard, assess, plan, support, and review care needs. Roles are available in:<ul><li>Locality-based teams</li><li>Residential and community reviewing teams</li><li>Crisis intervention and hospital admission prevention teams</li><li>Sensory services</li></ul>East Herts localityWelwyn Hatfield &amp; Broxbourne LocalityNorth Herts LocalityVisit Adult social work in Hertfordshire to find out more.<h4>About you</h4>Essential: • Social Work degree • Registration with Social Work England • Driving licence This job role is within the Health &amp; Social Care, level 10 &amp; 11 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careWe welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.If you have questions about our opportunities please contact <a href="mailto:sheryl.jeram@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">sheryl.jeram@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> or for an informal discussion about the role.This is an ongoing advert with applications being regularly reviewed and interviews arranged.Benefits of working for us <h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. Secondment This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the Secondment Form as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Adult Social Worker

About UsNorth Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.The RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and experienced Homeless Prevention Officer to join our Homeless Prevention Team.The Homeless Prevention Team provides help and advice to North Somerset households who are either homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Working in partnership with other organisations we ensure that vulnerable people and families are provided with appropriate advice, accommodation and supportIn this role, you will be responsible for carrying out assessments with individuals and families who are either already homeless or who are threatened with homelessness for a variety of reasons including domestic abuse, financial struggles or those who have been served a notice requiring them to leave their private rented property. All decisions are made in accordance with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. You will need to be able to problem solve and seek out innovative homeless prevention solutions according to each household’s unique circumstances.You will also be expected to work in partnership with key frontline partner services such as rough sleeper outreach, Registered Providers, Adults and Children’s social care teams, hospital services and other community based statutory and voluntary agencies as part of a multi-agency solutions focussed homelessness prevention serviceKey Responsibilities:<ul><li>Hold and prioritise your own caseload of homeless households</li><li>Have an in-depth understanding of the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and related legislation</li><li>Develop a Personal Housing Plan according to the household’s circumstances</li><li>Carry out homelessness investigations and make formal decisions within legislative frameworks</li><li>Liaise and negotiate with landlords and excluders</li><li>Have a sound understanding of the possession proceedings process</li><li>Provide in depth advice regarding housing options</li><li>Represent the client at multi agency meetings including safeguarding</li><li>Recognise safeguarding concerns and make relevant referrals</li><li>Make referrals for emergency and temporary accommodation</li><li>Write legally sound homeless decision letters</li><li>Make referrals to other agencies to support clients and to prevent or relieve their homelessness</li></ul>Work StyleAt North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.This role falls into the category of Select Workstyle Type which means you can expect to work in the following way:Flexible Worker <ul><li>2-3 days in the office</li><li>Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.</li><li>Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li></ul>About YouYou must be a confident and resilient person, with excellent communications skills who is able to prioritise a busy and complex case load of homeless applicants. You should have a strong background of homelessness and other housing related work e.g. advice/welfare benefits and experience working in a multi-agency environment. You should also be able to use Microsoft Office packages and a bespoke inhouse system to enable you to keep clear and accurate client recordsWhat We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <a href="https://heyzine.com/flip-book/e562fd773b.html" target="_blank">Benefits booklet</a>.How to ApplyIf you share our <a href="https://n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/jobs-training/vision-values" target="_blank">vision and values</a>and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact Lynn Trigg - Homeless prevention Manager, at <a href="mailto:lynn.trigg@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">lynn.trigg@n-somerset.gov.uk</a> or 01934 426150.Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: TBAPlease note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.





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Homeless Prevention Officer

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Business Analyst supporting Financial Services 
We have a fantastic opportunity available for a Business Analyst to join our proactive Business Change team at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, 12 month Fixed Term Contract.
As the Business Analyst, you will participate in the delivery of the Council’s Change and Improvement programme through identification and analysis of opportunities for service improvement and efficiencies, by leading projects included in the programme.
We will look to you to support the Council in implementing the key design principals of prevention and reduction of demand through customer/community enabling, automation, improved access to services and information for customers, earliest possible resolution of customer enquiries and a streamlined &amp; efficient approach with common technology, processes, and roles.
Benefits
We offer a fantastic range of employee benefits including a generous annual leave allowance of 30 days (rising to 35 days after 5 years of local government service), plus bank holidays, an excellent local government pension scheme, flexible working, employee assistance programme, sports and leisure discounts and much more!
Key Responsibilities:
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<li>Support services to identify high volume processes, high volume customer interactions, customer thought processes and reactions, which reveal opportunities for improvement, efficiencies and innovation in the customer’s experience (both internal and external).</li>
<li>Use data and insight to identify opportunities to make recommendations and deliver efficiencies across the transformation portfolio by creating scoping documents and analysing current service performance (reviews of websites, applications, process volumes and customer contact etc.).</li>
<li>Lead service process re-design workshops, focusing on efficiencies, improvements, digitisation and automation whilst also considering the customer journey, to design easy, equitable and accessible services for customers.</li>
<li>Facilitating effective workshops with stakeholders and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) that apply the organisations design principles and deliver the desired outcomes.</li>
<li>Support and work with the Change and Redesign Lead to find and deliver efficiencies savings across the organisation through process redesign and innovation.</li>
<li>Responsible for the creation and review of documentation for re-designed processes that support the development of new ways of working and improved process-specific technology functionality; to include workflow diagrams, case studies and user stories where appropriate.</li>
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<li>Ability to produce business requirement documentation including workflow diagrams, user cases and user stories.</li>
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<li>Experience of supporting staff through cultural change as part of an implementation of business change or new ways of working.</li>
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Our Area
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.
We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!
Alternatively, for more information, please contact&nbsp;Becky Weeks, Change and Re-design Lead&nbsp;via&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Becky.Weeks@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Becky.Weeks@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing Date: Monday 18th August
Interview Date: TBC
If your application is shortlisted, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment.&nbsp;
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Wokingham Borough Council

Business Analyst

An exciting opportunity has become available to join in the house Housing Grounds Maintenance Team as an operative.<ul><li>Excited by the challenge of delivering a new service?</li><li>Love working outside?</li><li>Capable of seeing tasks through from start to finish?</li><li>Do you have good customer service skills?; and</li><li>Committed to delivering a quality service?</li></ul>If so, this could be the job for you. About the roleIt is an exciting time for the grounds maintenance service following a restructuring of the work resulting in all grounds maintenance activities being delivered in house.The service is made of three teams each supervised by a chargehand. You will be one of seven operatives working across these three teams delivering a variety of grounds maintenance related works across the District. The successful applicant will be working in a fast-paced and busy environment. You will play a key role in delivering one of the most visible services that we provide to tenants in the District. Who we’re looking forWe’d love to hear from you if you:<ul><li>Have experience in the grounds maintenance sector,</li><li>Have a knowledge of health and safety and safe working practices,</li><li>Have good customer service skills, </li><li>Are excited by the opportunity to deliver a service that makes a difference.</li></ul>This is a full-time role and applicants must demonstrate they meet the criteria of the role as described in the Role Specification.What we offer When you join us your expertise/skills/experience will be valued and your career development will be our priority.We are committed to creating a collaborative and innovative environment which empowers our employees/you to thrive. You will be part of a friendly, supportive One Team culture with the chance to make a real difference.We believe in balancing hard work with fun. Our active social team organises two to three events a year, ranging from Staff Awards, quiz nights to rounders in the park helping the workplace to be productive and enjoyable. We use Viva Engage to keep you connected and engaged and we hold regular face to face meetings, such as Chief Executive briefings to keep you in the loop.The Warren Lane Depot is based in Hurst Green and there is on site parking available. The Queens Park Depot is based in Caterham and there is on site parking available.In addition to the stated pay, we offer membership and contributions towards the Local Government Pension Scheme, payment of a relevant professional subscription and access to a discounted health scheme.Please visit our website for more information about working for us <a href="http://www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs" target="_blank">www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs</a> and download our Working for Tandridge guide. Diversity statement At Tandridge District Council, we pride ourselves on maintaining an inclusive workplace, ensuring equality, fairness, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do and good practice is embedded in the Council’s culture and services.We welcome applications from all sectors of our community, including BAME, LGBTQ+ and all groups protected under the Equality Act.Tandridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.Want to know more?If this sounds like your kind of challenge and you want to be part of our friendly and supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.If you’d like to find out more, please read our role profile and specification, or for an informal discussion about the role, please e-mail Lee White, <a href="mailto:lwhite@tandridge.gov.uk" target="_blank">lwhite@tandridge.gov.uk</a>Local Government ReorganisationSurrey is part of the government’s plans for local government reorganisation. This means the current two tier system, where services are split between Surrey County Council and district and borough councils like Tandridge, will be replaced with larger councils, which handle all local services. Although this may lead to some uncertainty for anyone considering a role with us, this process will take several years and during that time we still need to provide services. When local government is reorganised, most staff will transfer to the new council which may offer additional opportunities for career development and variety as part of a larger organisation. The majority of the roles we currently have will still be needed whether that is for planning, housing, recycling and waste, finance, IT, HR etc





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Tandridge District Council

Grounds Maintenance Operative

We are recruiting Family Workers to join our Children and Young People with Disabilities service.You will hold a caseload, and support Social Workers who are working with families with multiple and complex needs, in order to improve outcomes for children.Previous experience of working with families with multiple and complex needs is essential.You will hold a NVQ level 2 in Children and Young People, or equivalent, together with GCSE English and Maths at Grade 5 or above, or have relevant previous experience.A full UK driving licence and daily use of a car is essential.<h4>In return we offer you:</h4><ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li><li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a></li></ul><h4>Our organisation</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the Southeast of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<h4>Important Information</h4>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via emailPlease visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing dateIf you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date, then you have not been shortlisted.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.





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Medway Council

This is Medway

Family Worker - Children and Young People with Disabilities Team

We are recruiting Family Workers to join our Children's Social Work Team service.You will hold a caseload, and support Social Workers who are working with families with multiple and complex needs, in order to improve outcomes for children.Previous experience of working with families with multiple and complex needs is essential.You will hold a NVQ level 2 in Children and Young People, or equivalent, together with GCSE English and Maths at Grade 5 or above, or have relevant previous experience.A full UK driving licence and daily use of a car is essential.In return we offer you:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li><li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a></li></ul>Our organisation:Medway is a unitary authority in the Southeast of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.Important Information -Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileEqual Opportunities Commitment StatementMedway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via emailPlease visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing dateIf you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date, then you have not been shortlisted.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.





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Family Worker - Children's Social Work Team

Job Description Salary: £33,531- £38,052 per annum Grade D Permanent 37 Hours per Week &nbsp; The Children's Commissioning Team works with both internal and external partners, as well as with children, young people and their families, to secure the best possible services at the best available value for money. We judge our success both by how we improve outcomes for children and young people and how we improve value for money. We work creatively and with high aspirations for what is possible as we redesign and implement excellent services across a wide range of children's services including SEND, Early Help and Children's Social Care (CSC). &nbsp; The Commissioning Support Officer (CSO) will provide assistance to our commissioners as they develop innovative new services that improve outcomes for local children and value for the Council. The CSO will be the primary contact for the Commissioning Service and will build great working relationships with our partners. We are a very integrated team and the CSO role is an essential and valued part of our overall approach to improving what we offer our children and young people.&nbsp; &nbsp; Key skills and experience that are needed in this role:<ul> <li>Strong organisation and co-ordination skills</li> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li> <li>Experience of developing effective working relationships</li> <li>Familiarity with project management</li> <li>Able to analyse information and data</li> <li>Ability to seek solutions to problems and deliver results</li></ul> This role will require a Basic DBS check. Advert Closing Date <ul> <li>Redeployment Only: Monday 4th August 2025</li> <li>Internal and External:&nbsp;Sunday 17th August 2025</li> </ul> Interview Date:&nbsp;Thursday 21st August 2025 Should you have any questions about this role then please contact James Purdie <a href="mailto:james.purdie@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">james.purdie@thurrock.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; &nbsp; To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EWTqT8Qco9ZCjT1XpmN4hb8BV2mdhjiqIca9RB-DiLSVmA?e=iENeTY" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> &nbsp;About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Thurrock Council

Commissioning Support Officer

Our Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’. Our Team:The Housing Solutions Team are responsible for the administration of homelessness and applied decision making. The role will provide additional support to the team and be the first point of contact.The team are based at Runcorn Town Hall operating a hybrid working pattern in place during the 37 hours per week working pattern.Your Contributions:<ul><li>The Triage Accommodation Officer will provide a proactive service, giving front line advice and support to anyone seeking housing/ homelessness assistance</li><li>Undertake initial triage assessment</li><li>To ascertain the risk of homelessness at the first point of contact and provide early intervention assistance</li><li>Ensure thorough documentation of all client interactions and case progression. Collaborate with landlords, lenders, and other agencies to prevent or relieve homelessness</li><li>Assist in the coordination and management of temporary accommodation and move on provision.</li></ul>Our Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development </li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites </li><li>Flexible working arrangements </li><li>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme.</li></ul> Next Steps:At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Patricia Preston, <a href="mailto:patricia.preston@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">patricia.preston@halton.gov.uk</a> or on 0151 511 8581Interviews will take place on 4th September 2025At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible.We look forward to receiving your application!





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Halton Borough Council

Halton Borough Council's Plan

Triage Accommodation Officer

<h4>The Role</h4>Do you see yourself leading a dynamic team of social care professionals?Can you use your expertise to support adults with learning disabilities through high-quality, person-centred services?If yes, we have the perfect role for you!Our Learning Disability 25+ Service is looking for a passionate and dedicated Deputy Team Manager to join our amazing team and help make a lasting difference.About the Role:As Deputy Team Manager, you will play a pivotal role in leading, managing, and professionally guiding a team of Social Workers and other practitioners. You’ll ensure the delivery of a high-quality, strengths-based, person-centred social work service within Southwark’s Practice Framework.This is a varied and impactful role, where you’ll manage complex cases, support the delivery of outcome-focused care packages, provide regular supervision, and contribute to the development of practice across the service.Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Co-managing the team alongside the Team Manager, ensuring legislative compliance and best practice.</li><li>Managing the most complex and high-profile cases, promoting timely case progression.</li><li>Supervising and supporting a diverse cohort of practitioners, including ASYEs and students.</li><li>Leading on performance monitoring, service development initiatives, and quality assurance.</li><li>Ensuring continuity of care and effective transitions for adults with learning disabilities.</li></ul>We’ll support you with tailored training opportunities, reflective supervision, manageable caseloads, and a strong commitment to your professional development.About You:We are seeking an outstanding social work leader with:<ul><li>A recognised Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England.</li><li>Significant experience in managing or supporting multi-disciplinary teams.</li><li>Strong supervision skills and the ability to support professional development.</li><li>Expert knowledge of social work legislation, guidance, and strength-based approaches.</li><li>Proven ability to lead on complex casework, risk management, and safeguarding.</li><li>Experience working with adults with learning disabilities.</li><li>Excellent communication and analytical skills, both written and verbal.</li><li>A collaborative approach, with experience working across multiple agencies.</li></ul>About the Team:The Learning Disability 25+ Team offers a comprehensive and integrated social care pathway for adults with learning disabilities in Southwark. We are a team that values diversity, inclusion, and a commitment to high-quality, customer-focused services.For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification located at the bottom of the advert.Contact Information:For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Jack Bagnall at <a href="mailto:Jack.Bagnall@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jack.Bagnall@southwark.gov.uk</a>.Additional Information:<ul><li>This post requires a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) DBS check at Enhanced level.</li></ul>Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/</a><h4>Recruitment timetable</h4>Advert close date: 11:59pm on 10th August 2025Shortlisting date/s: 12th August 2025Interview date/s: 19th August 2025The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2548950&amp;ptId=105859" target="_blank">LD Deputy Team Manger JD.docx</a></li></ul>





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Southwark Council

Deputy Team Manager - Learning Disability Team (Social Worker Qualified)

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>Southwark is a vibrant, multicultural borough in the heart of London, known for its rich mix of historic landscapes and modern urban environments. As a council, we are deeply committed to delivering inclusive, customer-focused services and that starts with our people. Join us and help shape a greener, safer Southwark.Southwark Council’s Tree Services team is growing and we’re looking for two experienced and passionate Lead Climbers / Team Leaders to help deliver high-quality arboricultural services across our vibrant and diverse borough.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking and hands-on service responsible for managing and maintaining trees across Southwark’s parks, highways, housing estates, schools, and more. You’ll be part of a dedicated, skilled team that includes climbers, ground staff, and tree officers and you’ll play a key role in keeping our green infrastructure safe, healthy, and thriving.<h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4>As Lead Climber / Team Leader, you’ll be responsible for supervising a small crew, leading on all aspects of tree surgery operations including complex and high-level climbing on large trees. You’ll ensure work is carried out safely and in line with current best practice (BS3998:2010), whilst taking day-to-day responsibility for staff, tools, and site safety.Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Leading and carrying out tree surgery and aerial operations</li><li>Supervising the team and allocating daily tasks from the schedule</li><li>Ensuring all health and safety and environmental standards are met</li><li>Operating and maintaining equipment such as chainsaws, chippers, and stump grinders</li><li>Supporting emergency call-out work and reactive operations as required</li><li>Providing informal on-site training and identifying development needs within the team</li></ul>This is a physically demanding outdoor role — you’ll need to be comfortable working at height, using heavy machinery, and operating in all weathers and environments.You’ll also be expected to participate in Southwark’s 24-hour emergency call-out rota, including weekends and public holidays, with additional paid hours for out-of-hours work.<h4>What We're Looking For</h4>We’re seeking motivated and capable professionals with a strong background in arboriculture. You must hold the following essential qualifications:<ul><li>NPTC Certificates including:<ul><li>CS30, CS31, CS38, CS39, CS40, CS41</li><li>Aerial Tree Rigging (003932 Level 3)</li><li>Use of Chainsaw from a MEWP (002115)</li><li>PA1 &amp; PA6 (Use and Application of Chemicals)</li><li>Lantra Chipper (A06) and Stump Grinder (A07)</li></ul></li><li>First Aid at Work certificate</li><li>A full, clean UK driving licence with C1 + E entitlement</li><li>A nationally recognised arboricultural qualification — or willingness to gain one</li></ul>In addition, you’ll need to bring:<ul><li>Proven experience in climbing and arboricultural operations</li><li>Strong leadership and team management skills</li><li>Good working knowledge of tree species, health and safety legislation, and machinery use</li><li>A customer-focused attitude and the ability to communicate confidently with colleagues and the public</li></ul><h4>Additional Information</h4>We offer:<ul><li>Competitive pay and generous annual leave</li><li>Structured career development and excellent training opportunities</li><li>Full PPE and high-quality equipment</li><li>A supportive environment that promotes health, safety, and progression</li></ul>Closing date: Sunday 17 August 2025Interviews: Thursday 28th August 2025Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans • Are currently in care, or have previously been in care • If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health conditionWe are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2570849&amp;ptId=106402" target="_blank">Click here to view the Job description and Person specification</a></li></ul>





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Lead Climber/ Team Leader

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>Southwark is a vibrant, diverse borough at the heart of London, known for its bold ambition and progressive approach to public service. We’re proud to be a council with a ‘can do’ attitude, committed to delivering high-quality services that put our communities first. We brought our Leisure Service back under council management an exciting move that reflects our dedication to health, wellbeing, and inclusion. With a new state-of-the-art leisure centre opening in Canada Water in 2025, now is the perfect time to join us and help shape the future of leisure in Southwark.<h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4>We’re looking for a proactive and experienced Leisure Finance and Admin Officer to play a key role in supporting the delivery of finance and administrative services across our eight council-run leisure centres. This role plays a vital part in supporting our finance operations overseeing the accurate processing of invoices, chasing outstanding hire debts, and collating weekly timesheets to ensure colleagues are paid on time. It demands a strong grasp of financial procedures and administrative precision.In this vital role, you’ll:<ul><li>Provide day-to-day finance and admin support across the Leisure division</li><li>Manage hire bookings for our leisure centres</li><li>Prepare and collate timesheets</li><li>Assist with the preparation of direct debit collection runs and account reconciliation</li><li>Produce financial reports and collaborate with Leisure Centre Managers to improve systems and practices</li></ul>Your work will help ensure our services are efficient, inclusive, and accessible supporting Southwark residents in leading healthier, more active lives.<h4>What We're Looking For</h4>We want someone who is organised, detail-oriented and passionate about making a difference in local communities. You’ll bring:<ul><li>A solid understanding of leisure service business processes and financial admin</li><li>Experience in bookkeeping, invoicing, and reconciliation</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to engage with colleagues, managers, and external stakeholders</li></ul>Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Working for Southwark Council – Southwark</a><h4>Additional Information</h4><ul><li>Contract type: Permanent, Full-Time</li><li>Location: Across leisure sites within Southwark</li><li>Flexibility: Some evening and weekend work required</li><li>Travel: Borough-wide travel to leisure centres</li></ul>Want to know more? For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Kelly Boyle, Finance &amp; Banking Manager – Leisure at <a>Kelly.Boyle@Southwark.gov.uk</a>Closing date: Sunday 10 August 2025Interviews: Week commencing 25th August 2025Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans • Are currently in care, or have previously been in care • If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health conditionWe are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2550896&amp;ptId=106379" target="_blank">Click here to view the Job description and Person specification</a></li></ul>





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Leisure Finance & Admin Officer

<h4>The Role</h4>As a Principal Enforcement Officer, you will take a lead role in delivering robust and proportionate enforcement of health and safety legislation across Southwark. You’ll carry out proactive, intelligence-led inspections and investigations, working with autonomy and authority as a senior field officer. Whether you’re managing complex workplace accidents, investigating RIDDORs and legionella risks, or responding to licensing applications, your work will help ensure businesses meet their legal responsibilities and residents are protected.You will also contribute to the Council’s wider regulatory objectives through project work aligned with Local Authority and HSE priorities, and by leading on specialist areas within the team. Your expertise will shape service delivery and support the professional development of other enforcement officers through mentoring, guidance, and supervision.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Conduct risk-based inspections of workplaces, licensed premises, and other businesses across the borough.</li><li>Lead on health and safety enforcement activity, ensuring compliance through advice, formal notices, and where appropriate, legal action.</li><li>Investigate workplace accidents, complaints, RIDDORs and public health concerns including legionella.</li><li>Support the LA/HSE partnership priorities and deliver local health and safety initiatives.</li><li>Prepare enforcement reports, gather evidence, and represent the Council in court proceedings.</li></ul>About YouWe’re looking for an accomplished enforcement professional who brings:<ul><li>A recognised qualification in health and safety, ideally holding an Environmental Health Officer registration.</li><li>Substantial regulatory experience in health and safety enforcement, with an excellent understanding of legislation, guidance, and best practice.</li><li>Proven experience in criminal investigations, evidence gathering, and prosecution work.</li><li>The confidence and ability to lead on enforcement and compliance activities, including complex or high-risk cases.</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills — comfortable representing the Council in court, licensing panels, public meetings and multi-agency forums.</li></ul><h4>Additional details</h4>About Southwark: Southwark is a large, ambitious and progressive council with a ‘can do’ attitude and enviable reputation. As a Council, we are successful, passionate and forward thinking. We are committed to our ‘Fairer Futures for All’ promise, which ensures that our residents and businesses are central to everything we do. The team forms part of the Council's Regulatory Services Division which is based at our corporate headquarters just a few minutes walk from London Bridge Station and excellent transport links.Benefits and more information:Please note: This role is designated essential car user and a staff parking permit is provided which allows you to park at various locations across the borough. Appointment to the role is subject to a satisfactory basic DBS check. In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Staff Benefits</a> page.<h4>Recruitment timetable</h4>Closing date - 24/08/2025Shortlisting - 26/08/2025Interview dates - Week beginning 01/09/2025*Please note, we reserve the right to close applications prior to the closing date indicated above - please apply as soon as possible - we look forward to receiving your application.To request an informal discussion about the post please contact us via <a href="mailto:ohs@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">ohs@southwark.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:Sailesh.chudasama@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Sailesh.chudasama@southwark.gov.uk</a>. For an informal chat about this role, please contact Sailesh Chudasama on 020 7525 5818.Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans • Are currently in care, or have previously been in care • If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health conditionWe are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2496455&amp;ptId=106141" target="_blank">Click to view the Job description and Person specification</a></li></ul>





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Principal Enforcement Officer - Health & Safety

<h4>The Role</h4>Are you an experienced social worker ready to lead and grow a unique, life-enhancing service?Can you use your expertise to develop a high-quality break and support service for disabled children and young people?If yes, we have the perfect role for you!Our All-Age Disability Service is looking for a passionate and dedicated Senior Social Work Practitioner to join our amazing team and help make a difference today.About the Role:This is a fantastic opportunity to lead and shape Southwark’s Family Link service, which provides daytime and overnight breaks for disabled children and young people by matching them with trained carers.As the Senior Practitioner, you will:<ul><li>Grow and develop the Family Link service in line with fostering regulations and best practice</li><li>Manage and supervise social care practitioners and oversee all F1 assessments for fostering panel</li><li>Provide professional guidance and support on complex cases</li><li>Drive performance and ensure quality assurance across the service</li><li>Collaborate with carers, fostering colleagues, and community partners to deliver responsive, child-centred support</li></ul>About You:We are looking for someone who brings passion, leadership, and specialist expertise. You will have:<ul><li>A recognised social work qualification and active SWE registration</li><li>Significant experience as a social worker, including in a supervisory role</li><li>Strong knowledge of fostering regulations, assessment and safeguarding processes</li><li>A track record of service or practice development</li><li>Excellent communication and leadership skills</li><li>A commitment to inclusive, strengths-based, and anti-racist practice</li></ul>About the Team:The All-Age Disability Service (AAD) supports disabled children and young people aged 0–25, providing a seamless social care journey from childhood into adulthood.You will be part of a values-driven, inclusive, and forward-thinking team that:<ul><li>Champions co-production, equity, and innovation</li><li>Prioritises practitioner wellbeing and development</li><li>Supports professional reflection, supervision, and learning</li><li>Celebrates impact and encourages high support and high challenge</li></ul>At Southwark, we’re committed to Southwark Stands Together, our anti-racism and equity framework. We empower social care professionals to thrive, lead, and innovate - so you can truly make a meaningful difference every day.For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification located at the bottom of the advert.Contact Information:For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Chloe Harvey at <a href="mailto:Chloe.Harvey@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Chloe.Harvey@southwark.gov.uk</a>Additional Information:This post requires a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) DBS check at Enhanced level.Benefits and more information:In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Staff Benefits</a> page.<h4>Recruitment timetable</h4>Advert close date: 11:59pm on 20th August 2025Shortlisting date/s: 22nd August 2025Interview date/s: 8th September 2025The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2560912&amp;ptId=106082" target="_blank">Family Link Senior Prac JD Jul 25.docx</a></li></ul>





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Senior Social Work Practitioner (Family Link)

Would you like to use your Administrative and Business Support talents to help keep Birmingham’s Children and Young People safe? Protecting children from abuse, neglect and exploitation requires strong, joined up leadership and effective multi-agency working. The Birmingham Safeguarding Children Partnership (BSCP) (please click on the link for more information) has statutory responsibility for overseeing the multi-agency safeguarding arrangements in Birmingham. If you have the right mix of skills, and would like to gain more experience in this unique and important work, we would welcome your application to join our Business Support Team. The post holder will be a valued team member providing administrative and secretarial support for the Birmingham Safeguarding Children Partnership, its Executive Group and Learning and Development, Serious Cases, and Quality, Impact and Outcomes Sub-Groups. About you! • You must have previous administrative experience including coordinating meetings and events; preparing agendas and taking minutes; prioritising workload and meeting deadlines. • You will need to be able to take responsibility for ensuring all actions are completed quickly, seeking assurance and chasing partners when necessary. • You must have excellent verbal, written and IT communication skills. • You will be dealing with confidential information and must be able to maintain accurate records. • A touch typing/Word Processing qualification or equivalent is desirable but not essential, as is experience of using MS Excel. • Training and development will also be provided as necessary. This is a hybrid working role, meaning some of your time will be spent working in the office and some working from home. The Business Support Team is hosted by the Birmingham Children's Trust, whose offices are in Aston, just outside the city centre traffic congestion zone where free parking is available. You are required to provide additional information that evidences your skills and abilities against each of the criteria set out in the person specification. This additional information needs to be uploaded on the application form where it states, 'Upload Supporting Information'. Only those applications with a supporting statement uploaded, as well as your CV, can be considered for shortlisting. If this role sounds like the one for you, we'd love to hear from you. Interviews will be held at One Avenue Road, Aston, Birmingham, B6 4DU. For informal enquiries please call April Walker or Katherine Adams on 0121 464 2612. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. We actively deliver services that are culturally responsive to the needs of the children, parents and carers we work with to deliver equality, diversity and inclusivity in all we do. Help us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence. Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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Birmingham Children's Trust

Administration Officer

We have an exciting opportunity for a new Business Support Officer to join our Placement Teams. You will help to contribute to the providing outstanding efficiency, and consistent professional Support Service that meets the needs of the business. As a Business Support Officer, you will proactively and independently support Social Workers or other Trust staff, ensuring processes are maintained in a timely and accurate way. You will ensure that solutions to issues are made in line with delegated authority and in line with policy so that the best outcomes are achieved for Children Young People and Families. You will be responsible for administration and routine management of a range of efficient administrative processes and procedures to support the operation of the service area ensuring accuracy and timely outcomes. You’ll also manage a caseloads of placements providers who will enquire regarding their un-paid invoices Additionally, you will monitor, coordinate and supervise the work of a small team, so you’ll act as an initial escalation point for the resolution of unusual situations by providing advice and guidance to business support assistants. You’ll maintain oversite and monitoring of processes, ensuring quality and maintaining staffing rotas including line management (as required) and proactive management of any potential risks and/or conflicting priorities. We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection. This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children's Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting. This is a hybrid role based in Birmingham so you must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship. About you:<ul> <li>Ability to work flexibly across the service to meet the needs of the business.</li> <li>Ensure professional and proactive support.</li> <li>Customer service skills as you’ll be liaising with different customers, providing solutions to enquiries.</li> <li>Excellent communication skills as you’ll be liaising with a diverse range of stakeholders.</li> <li>Some experience of managing a group of staff ensuring clear expectations and driving outcome focused performance.</li> <li>Ability to resolve internal/external issues and providing a solution focused response.</li> <li>Ability to meet tight deadlines so flexibility is essential.</li> <li>Strong administrative experience.</li></ul>Interview date: Interviews will be held face to face W/C 11th August at our Lifford House office. Help us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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Business Support Officer (FTC 12 Months) - Placements Team

Family Group Conference Facilitator Roles with Birmingham Childrens TrustMake a Difference as a Family Group Conference Facilitator. We are seeking to recruit full-time Family Group Conference Facilitator's to join our established, experienced and friendly Team.As the largest Family Group Conference services in the UK we work in partnership with vulnerable children and their families; we place families at the heart of making safe decisions and plans for children that are at risk of being taken into care or to reunify children back to family care by delivering high quality Family Group Conferences for all Families that want one. Children and young people are involved along with their wider family network to contribute and attend their FGC’s and are supported by advocates from outside the family. Together, a family plan is agreed by all those involved, and families agree to meet again to assess how well their plan is going and make the changes necessary to protect children.The position is full-time and we are ideally looking for someone with Family Group Conference experience who is confident and resilient when working in partnership with families in their homes as well as in the community and virtually where needed. You will be facilitating FGC’s and taking a lead in promoting family led practice with other Teams and Professionals, therefore the confidence to work on one own initiative and the ability to lone work is required.At Birmingham Children’s Trust you will receive continuous support, development, and training opportunities to support you in reaching your full potential within the Family Group Conference role. Equality &amp; Diversity Birmingham Childrens Trust respects and values the individuality that every employee brings, and we actively encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey of continued improvement for our children and their families.Birmingham Childrens Trust is a Disability Confident Employer.Birmingham Children’s Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure checks.The following experience and competencies are required for this role:<ul> <li>A social care qualification or, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in relevant field such as teaching, mediation, youth work (etc.) (If relying on Social Work qualification you will be required to be registered with General Social Care Council). </li></ul><ul> <li>A sound knowledge and understanding of the principles and processes of Family Group Conferencing, child protection practice and childcare legislation and understanding of the role of other agencies / professionals who work with children and families. </li></ul><ul> <li>A minimum of 3 years’ experience of working with children and their families from a wide range of backgrounds, including families in crisis. </li></ul><ul> <li>Experience of organising and leading meetings both face to face and remotely and an ability to manage any tensions or conflict.</li></ul><ul> <li>Ability to work independently, in an organised way using initiative, being self-motivated, creative and open minded.</li></ul><ul> <li>Flexible, positive and willing to learn, you'll be capable of communicating with people and families from different walks of life. Ability to work in a wide range of situations, remaining calm in a crisis and adapting to constantly changing situations and priorities is a must for this role.</li> <li>Ability to communicate effectively in writing with a good level of computer literacy is also required.</li></ul><ul> <li>Willingness to work flexible hours including some evenings and weekends and to be able to travel across a wide geographical area in a timely and flexible manner at various times of the day. </li></ul><ul> <li>You will need to have basic IT proficiency in IT-Microsoft word, sending emails, utilising Microsoft Teams and downloading documents.</li></ul><ul> <li>An Enhanced DBS check will be undertaken for the successful Candidates before starting their new role.</li></ul>For an informal discussion please contact Emma Lewis- Family Group Conference Manager at <a href="mailto:emma.l.lewis@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">emma.l.lewis@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a> or why not call Emma for a friendly informal chat on 07703373999.We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection. This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children's Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting.This is a hybrid role based in Birmingham so you must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship. Help us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence. Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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Please note: We may close early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out. 💼 Role Overview We are looking for a dynamic and experienced leader to oversee the planning and delivery of contracted bus services across the region. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on collaboration, contract management, and improving public transport outcomes for communities. The role will work in the Public Transport Team, as part of the Place and Connectivity Directorate. You will report into the Assistant Director for Public Transport. 🔧 What you’ll be doing:<ul><li> Leading the delivery of contracted bus services and advising on the commercial network. </li></ul><ul><li>Managing procurement processes and contracts with bus operators to ensure high-quality service delivery. </li></ul><ul><li>Overseeing timetable planning and service expansion opportunities. </li></ul><ul><li>Monitoring performance and reporting progress to senior stakeholders and committees. </li></ul><ul><li>Acting as the lead expert on bus service delivery and governance models. </li></ul><ul><li>Liaising with regulatory bodies including VOSA and the Traffic Commissioner’s Office. </li></ul><h5>What we're looking for </h5>👀 We’re looking for someone with:<ul><li>Education to a degree level or equivalent experience working at a commensurate level. </li></ul><ul><li>Extensive experience in bus service delivery, ideally through contracted mechanisms. </li></ul><ul><li>Strong contract management and procurement skills. </li></ul><ul><li>Proven ability to lead teams and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders. </li></ul><ul><li>Excellent analytical, reporting, and communication skills. </li></ul><ul><li>Knowledge of transport policy, funding, and governance within local or central government. </li></ul><ul><li>A strategic mindset with the ability to drive service improvements and innovation. </li></ul><h5>Why Join Us? </h5>✅ What we offer:<ul><li>A leadership role with real impact on regional transport services </li></ul><ul><li>Be part of a forward-thinking team making a regional impact. </li></ul><ul><li>A role centred on creativity, collaboration, and community impact. </li></ul><ul><li>Opportunities for personal development and continuous learning. </li></ul><ul><li>The chance to work at the heart of public transport transformation </li></ul>📝 Job Description<a href="https://cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/Public-Transport-Network-Delivery-Manager-JDPS.pdf" target="_blank">You can view the full Job Description for this role here.</a>📌 Key Details🔗 How to Apply Please email your CV and covering letter to <a href="mailto:recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk</a>. Your covering letter must demonstrate how you meet the Knowledge, Skills and Experience outlined in the job description. Applications without a covering letter will not be considered. In this role, you will need to work from our Huntingdon office, at least 1-2 days/week.📅 Key Dates <ul><li>Closing date: 9am on the 19th August </li></ul><ul><li>Please note: this is the closing date for this vacancy is as stated here; other job sites may display a different date. </li></ul><ul><li>Interviews will be held w/c 1st September, in our Huntingdon office. </li></ul>📌 We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.📩 EnquiriesFor more information, contact: <a href="mailto:recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk</a>🚫 Right to WorkThis role does not offer visa sponsorship. You must have an existing and valid right to work in the UK at the time of application. 🤝 Our CommitmentWe are a Disability Confident Employer and proud supporters of the Care Leavers Covenant and Armed Forces Covenant. We encourage applicants to complete our voluntary Equal Opportunities Questionnaire. Your participation in this process is entirely optional and will not impact your application in any way. The information you provide will be kept confidential and will only be used for internal monitoring purposes. Please click on the link to complete this <a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=3rPJZkNKK0yzoqPzEsATlGpX54cFjeZLuAOhvfJ21XJUNkpPQldJWDNLWVJYSjQ5Q0xOQjFZTFNLSS4u" target="_blank">Equal Opportunities Questionnaire Form</a>. For more information, please visit <a href="https://cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk/about-us/career-opportunities/" target="_blank">this page</a>. 





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Public Transport Network Delivery Manager

Please note: We may close early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out. 💼 Role OverviewWe are looking for a strategic and visionary leader to shape the future of our regional bus network. This role is perfect for someone passionate about transforming public transport through innovation, collaboration, and a relentless focus on customer experience.The role will work in the Public Transport Team, as part of the Place and Connectivity Directorate. You will report into the Assistant Director for Public Transport.🔧 What you’ll be doing:<ul><li>Leading the development of a modern, customer-focused bus network across the region</li><li>Driving innovation in fares, ticketing, real-time information, and journey planning</li><li>Managing a team of subject matter experts and overseeing key transport projects</li><li>Collaborating with local authorities, developers, and stakeholders to secure investment</li><li>Delivering improvements to bus stop environments and passenger safety</li><li>Acting as the lead expert on bus network governance and customer experience strategy</li></ul><h5>What we're looking for </h5>👀 We’re looking for someone with:<ul><li>Education to a degree level or equivalent experience working at a commensurate level.</li><li>Extensive experience in delivering transport or bus network improvements, specifically aimed at improving the customer experience.</li><li>Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills across public and private sectors</li><li>A strategic mindset with the ability to manage complex projects and budgets</li><li>Knowledge of local/central government or combined authority operations</li><li>Excellent communication and analytical skills, with a focus on customer outcomes</li><li>A passion for innovation and improving public transport accessibility and usability</li></ul><h5>Why Join Us? </h5>What we offer:<ul><li>A pivotal leadership role shaping the future of regional transport.</li><li>Be part of a forward-thinking team making a regional impact.</li><li>A role centred on creativity, collaboration, and community impact.</li><li>Opportunities for personal development and continuous learning.</li><li>The chance to make a tangible difference in people’s everyday journeys.</li></ul>📝 Job Description<a href="https://cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/Public-Transport-Customer-Development-Manager-JDPS.pdf" target="_blank">You can view the full Job Description for this role here.</a>📌 Key Details🔗 How to ApplyPlease email your CV and covering letter to <a href="mailto:recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk</a>. Your covering letter must demonstrate how you meet the Knowledge, Skills and Experience outlined in the job description. Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.In this role, you will need to work from our Huntingdon office, at least 1-2 days/week.📅 Key Dates<ul><li>Closing date: 9am on the 19th August</li><li>Please note: this is the closing date for this vacancy is as stated here; other job sites may display a different date.</li><li>Interviews will be held w/c 1st September, in our Huntingdon office.</li></ul>📌 We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.📩 EnquiriesFor more information, contact: <a href="mailto:recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk</a>🚫 Right to WorkThis role does not offer visa sponsorship. You must have an existing and valid right to work in the UK at the time of application.🤝 Our CommitmentWe are a Disability Confident Employer and proud supporters of the Care Leavers Covenant and Armed Forces Covenant.We encourage applicants to complete our voluntary Equal Opportunities Questionnaire. Your participation in this process is entirely optional and will not impact your application in any way. The information you provide will be kept confidential and will only be used for internal monitoring purposes. Please click on the link to complete this <a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=3rPJZkNKK0yzoqPzEsATlGpX54cFjeZLuAOhvfJ21XJUNkpPQldJWDNLWVJYSjQ5Q0xOQjFZTFNLSS4u" target="_blank">Equal Opportunities Questionnaire Form</a>. For more information, please visit <a href="https://cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk/about-us/career-opportunities/" target="_blank">this page</a>.





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We are looking for someone to join our Revenues and Benefits Team to specialise in Business Rates policy and data analysis.The post holder will provide technical and legislative support on all aspects of Business Rates, including the completion of government returns. You will also provide data analysis on Business Rates activity to inform policy decisions regarding business rates avoidance and Business Rates retention.At times, you will need to work on the day-to-day billing and collection of business rates.An Institute of Revenues Rating and Valuation IRRV Technical Qualification would be an advantage but is not essential. You should be able to demonstrate:Ø A knowledge of Business Rates legislationØ The ability to handle and interpret dataØ Numeracy to deal with payments and statistical informationØ Effective written and verbal communication skillsØ Use of IT – knowledge and experience of the Revenues I-World SystemØ Intermediate Excel skills For an informal discussion about the role, please contact David May Revenues Manager (Council Tax and Business Rates) on 01252 398330 / <a href="mailto:david.may@rushmoor.gov.uk" target="_blank">david.may@rushmoor.gov.uk</a> or Dawn Menzies - Kelly Revenues and Benefits Manager on 01252 398333 / <a href="mailto:dawn.menzies-kelly@rushmoor.gov.uk" target="_blank">dawn.menzies-kelly@rushmoor.gov.uk</a>. Interviews to be held on Wednesday 4th September 2025





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<h1>Summary</h1>Job IntroductionJoin Us as a Risk Framework Officer and Help Shape a Safer, Stronger FutureAt Notting Hill Genesis, we believe in building not just homes, but communities-places where people feel secure, supported, and empowered. As a Risk Framework Officer, you'll play a key role in strengthening our enterprise risk culture and helping us make informed decisions that protect our people, our assets, and our mission.This is more than a compliance role-it's an opportunity to embed risk awareness across our organisation and act as a trusted partner to business units. You'll be instrumental in translating strategy into practice, supporting the implementation of our Enterprise Risk Management Framework (ERMF), and ensuring we meet our goals with confidence.If you're a proactive, analytical thinker with a passion for driving organisational resilience, and you're ready to make a real difference for thousands of Londoners, we'd love to hear from you.What you'll doAs a Risk Framework Officer, you will act as a key liaison between the Enterprise Risk Management team and other business units. Your focus will be on implementing embedding risk strategies processes and procedures across the organisation. How you'll make a differenceYour role is pivotal in nurturing a customer-centric culture across the organisation. The Risk Framework Officer will be responsible for identifying, analysing, and managing risks that could impact the organization's objectives. This role involves assessing financial, operational, and strategic risks, developing risk mitigation strategies, and implementing controls to minimize exposure. The Risk Framework Officer will Lead the implementation of the ERMF's culture and capability requirements. How you'll do it<ul>
<li>Risk Identification: Identify and assess potential risks to the organization's financial stability, operational efficiency, and reputation. This includes analysing internal processes, market trends, and external factors that could pose threats.</li>
<li>Risk Assessment: Conduct thorough risk assessments to quantify the likelihood and impact of identified risks. Utilize historical data, and qualitative analysis techniques to evaluate risk exposure.</li>
<li>Risk Mitigation: Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and controls to minimize the impact of identified risks. Collaborate with stakeholders to design effective risk management plans tailored to specific risk profiles.</li>
<li>Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor key risk indicators and emerging risks on an ongoing basis. Prepare regular reports and presentations for senior management, highlighting notable risks, trends, and mitigation efforts.</li>
<li>Stakeholder Collaboration- Liaise with business units to ensure consistent application of the risk framework.</li>
</ul>. The ideal candidateWe believe great service starts with great people, and we are committed to recruiting and developing passionate, enthusiastic, and talented individuals who can add value to our thriving organisation. Pending confirmation of legislative changes, this role may require a qualification to demonstrate competence. If not already qualified, there may be an expectation to study towards a professional qualification. Essential:<ul>
<li>In depth knowledge of risk management principles, methodologies, and regulatory requirements. </li>
<li>Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques </li>
<li>Experience influencing operational activities at both tactical and strategic levels </li>
<li>Proficiency in ERM frameworks such as COSO or ISO 31000. </li>
<li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills for diverse audience engagement; work collaboratively </li>
<li>Strategic thinking ability; capable of analysing complex data to develop solutions and make well-reasoned decisions </li>
<li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other relevant software applications. </li>
</ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Certification in risk management is a plus. </li></ul>What's in it for you?Once you join us, you'll find plenty of opportunities to grow within our organisation. You'll also have access to a wide range of learning opportunities to help you achieve and maximise your potential. Benefits include: <ul>
<li>Excellent annual leave allowance and flexible working opportunities (qualifying period may apply) </li>
<li>Generous pension scheme </li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay in addition to statutory entitlements (qualifying period may apply) </li>
<li>Employee assistance - free confidential advice and counselling services provided by independent specialist organisations. </li>
<li>Health cash plan </li>
<li>Staff discounts - we give our staff access to discounts at hundreds of major retailers, gyms, restaurants, entertainment, days out, insurance, and much more. </li>
<li>Interest free loans - season ticket loan, tenancy deposit loan, and training loan </li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme. </li>
<li>Life Assurance x 4 annual salary</li>
</ul> All about usNotting Hill Genesis is a not-for-profit organisation providing affordable homes for Londoners and it is now one of the largest housing associations in London. We are both a landlord and a developer, with more than 60,000 existing homes and 10,000 more in our pipeline and we employ around 1,500 staff.For more information on what we do and what makes us different please visit:<a href="https://group.nhg.org.uk/careers/" target="_blank">https://group.nhg.org.uk/careers/</a> We welcome applications from everyone. We actively monitor the diversity of our workforce and strive to show equal representation throughout all levels of the organisation. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident employer amongst other diversity commitments. To find out more about our approach to equality, diversity and inclusion please visit: <a href="https://group.nhg.org.uk/careers/diversity-is-our-strength/" target="_blank">https://group.nhg.org.uk/careers/diversity-is-our-strength/</a> election ProcessStep 1: If you are interested, please send your application now! Closing date is 11 August 2025Step 2: Successful candidates will be asked to do an assessment  Step 3: Successful candidates will be invited to interview   Please apply for this role online. If you are not able to apply online or if you have any reasonable adjustment requirements arising from a disability or medical condition to fully participate in the recruitment process, please discuss this with our hiring team via .  Should a redeployee apply for this role, their application will be considered before any others. This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a Basic check via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) NHG reserves the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, so we advise you to submit your application at your earliest opportunity.

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Salary: £40,476 - £54,917 per annum + £10,000 Market Rate Supplement – Pay Award pending + Extensive Benefits Package Contract: Permanent Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week
Bedford Borough Council are looking to bolster our friendly Building Control team to prepare for the growth expected with and alongside the exciting Universal Studios Theme Park development. Your case load will involve an interesting mix of domestic, industrial and commercial projects as well as some high-risk buildings that could provide excellent opportunities to develop your practical experience and skills with those types of buildings. The successful applicant will hold the following: - Registration with the Building Safety Regulator as a Class 2 or Class 3 Building Inspector. - Full membership of the RICS, CABE, and CIOB, with a degree or equivalent. - The ability to demonstrate considerable recent experience working as an operational Building Control Inspector. With strong communication skills, you will have an extensive knowledge of building regulations and a thorough understanding of building operations on all types of buildings within your level of registration. We are committed to offering a good work-life balance, including agile working, both from the office and home, with the opportunity to adjust your working hours around other interests. You would work a 37-hour working week with 27 days of annual leave, increasing to 32 days after 5 years' service. These posts are compensated by a competitive salary and benefits package based on experience: - Class 2 Domestic BCI (A, B, C) - £40,476 to £43,693 per annum. - Class 2 General BCI (C, D, E, F) - £44,711 to £49,764 per annum. - Class 3 Principal BCI, (All Building Types) - £50,788 to £54,917 per annum. - All salaries boast a £10,000 reviewable annual market rate supplement. - Please note, a pay award is currently pending. - A very generous pension contribution and extensive benefits package are offered. For more information, please visit -&nbsp; <a href="https://www.bedford.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-work-us" target="_blank">https://www.bedford.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-work-us</a> &nbsp; How to apply When you are ready to apply, click on ‘Apply for Vacancy’; you will be asked to upload a CV and answer some application questions. The application questions require a yes/no response.&nbsp; Please make sure your CV shows how you meet the requirements for the role you are applying for. The job profile below will show the essential selection criteria. An optional CV template is provided below.&nbsp; &nbsp; Closing Date: 31st August 2025 Interview Date(s): W/C 15th September 2025 Please note: The Council will not normally re-employ ex-employees in receipt of: - a severance payment (within 12 months of leaving). - a local government pension (applies to Senior Officers only) unless the appointment is business critical. Bedford Borough Council is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant, Care Leavers Covenant and is a Disability Confident Employer. For more information, please visit <a href="https://www.bedford.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-work-us/working-culture-and-commitments" target="_blank">https://www.bedford.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-work-us/working-culture…</a> &nbsp; Bedford Borough Council is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. To find out more about this exciting opportunity, please click on the apply link above.

Building Control / Principal Building Control Inspector

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Re advert - Previous applicants need not apply.&nbsp;
 Knowsley Council is an award winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the Municipal Journal Awards 2024 and is an Accredited employer under the <a href="https://www.liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk/fair-employment-charter" target="_blank">Liverpool City Region Fair Employment Charter</a>, demonstrating that we are committed to the principle of fair employment and we are dedicated to providing a healthy, fair, inclusive and just workplace.Come join us and be part of our success.
 The Team: This is an exciting opportunity to be part of Knowsley’s STEP Team which has recently received permanent funding by the Council following a successful pilot period.
 The team sits under the direction of the Youth Justice Service but is very much a partnership approach to tackling anti-social behaviour, crime and exploitation. &nbsp;We would like to hear from you if you are creative, resourceful, supportive, and have a genuine desire to positively shape the futures of children. We are specifically looking for someone who is committed, dedicated, with experience of working directly with children and families.
 The mission of the team is to provide a child first, trauma informed and relationship-based service to reduce anti-social behaviour, children entering the criminal justice system, and children becoming exploited. The service will support vulnerable children, some who have been impacted by adverse childhood experiences, those who are most excluded, so above all, you will need to have the drive, passion, and commitment to making a difference for these children.&nbsp;
 The role: As a Youth Engagement Worker, you will directly support children and families referred to the service through gaining an understanding of their needs, ensuring a strengths-based approach to planning, and delivering bespoke interventions. A key aspect to the role is your ability to engage children and families who may be challenging. You will need to be creative in the way that you work with complex families, engaging them to build on the positives whilst having a strong understanding of the impact of exploitation, trauma and adverse childhood experiences.
 This role will require you to be creative and innovative in developing and delivering interventions and community projects to support positive outcomes for children, families and communities in Knowsley. &nbsp;
In return you will get great benefits; we are committed to flexible working to improve productivity and wellbeing. &nbsp;For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, working from home, compressed hours, part-time.You will receive regular supervision, support, and benefit from opportunities for continuous professional development. We are an equal opportunities employer which values diversity and positively encourages a diverse range of applicants.&nbsp;
We promote applications from all sections of the community, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.
At Knowsley we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact:&nbsp;
Mark McCausland on 07557849423 Helen Knibb on 07810053454
If you are interested in this post, please upload your CV along with a supporting statement as one document in PDF or Word format. Your CV and supporting statement should be tailored to reflect the competencies within the person specification.
Please note if a CV and supporting statement does not reflect the person specification it is unlikely to be shortlisted.

Knowsley Council

Youth Engagement Worker

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Good Growth
Good Growth is responsible for delivering and implementing the Mayor’s environment, transport and economic strategies and for the effective implementation of the London Plan. The Directorate is also responsible for regeneration (where the programme is not housing led), enterprise, growth, capital projects and design work.
About the team
The Infrastructure Coordination Service is hiring a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Officer to support our team’s digital tools that support the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.london.gov.uk/programmes-strategies/better-infrastructure/infrastructure-coordinatio" target="_blank">delivery of infrastructure in London</a>, such as the&nbsp;<a href="https://apps.london.gov.uk/ima-explorer/" target="_blank">Infrastructure Mapping Application Explorer Tool</a>.
Do you enjoy thinking creatively and would like to use your data and GIS skills to help deliver long-term, sustainable change to London’s Infrastructure sector? If so, we’d like to hear from you.
Your role in the Data and Innovation function will involve spatial analysis, building innovative, web mapping applications and managing Extract, Transform, and Load processes for a wide range of geospatial datasets. The Infrastructure Coordination Service brings significant benefits for industry and Londoners, by improving air quality, supporting ‘healthy streets,’ enabling decarbonisation and unlocking affordable housing delivery through coordination within the sector. Your role will support this award-winning service.
About the role
You will have a chance to work on a range of interesting tasks across projects, at the forefront of the sector–helping to tackle some of the cross-cutting problems impacting infrastructure planning and delivery in the capital by:
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undertaking data exploration and spatial analysis
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creating static and interactive mapping/dashboard visualisations
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undertaking data processing and transformation, enabling data from a diverse range of partners to be standardised and mapped to our tools
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supporting energy planning tools, such as the LAEP&nbsp;<a href="https://laep-datahub-alpha-cityhall.hub.arcgis.com/" target="_blank">DataHub</a>, to help achieve London’s net zero targets
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supporting the development of new tools and helping to maintain existing tools such as the&nbsp;Infrastructure Mapping Application Explorer Tool&nbsp;<a href="https://apps.london.gov.uk/ima-explorer/&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://apps.london.gov.uk/ima-explorer/&amp;nbsp</a>;- developed to help co-ordinate streetworks projects and minimise disruption.
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 This role requires a strong technical background, with practical experience in GIS tools, ideally ESRI ArcGIS Desktop and ArcGIS Online. Experience in the use of: databases (e.g. PostgresSQL); data processing tools; (e.g. FME), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs); and codebases e.g. R/Python would be advantageous. Experience in infrastructure/utilities sector a bonus, but not essential.
What your day will look like
Assisting with the delivery of digital and data support services (particularly the Infrastructure Mapping Application Explorer Tool), including creating mapping visualisations of data in support of the team, and responding to ad-hoc requests and enquiries as required.
Working closely with the team’s and wider organisation’s existing data and technical expertise to help, design, develop, and support tools on behalf of its stakeholders.
Promoting and supporting the use of GIS across the team, including helping professionals from other disciplines to complete mapping tasks and assisting with the delivery of GIS training when required.
Carrying out spatial analysis in support of the team.
Working with the team’s existing data and technical expertise, and the wider organisation to explore and implement innovative uses of technology.
Skills, knowledge and experience
To be considered for the role you must meet the following essential criteria:
A strong technical background evidenced by a qualification in GIS (or a related subject) or equivalent professional experience
Detailed knowledge of GIS in practical use, and evidence of commitment to keep abreast of new developments
Experience of working with desktop GIS tools including ArcGIS Desktop
Experience of spatial data conversion tools such as FME, ESRI Productivity Suite would be an advantage
Experience of working with ESRI ArcGIS Server, knowledge of web map services and appropriate standards
The GLA Competency Framework Guidelines further detailing each competency and the different level indicators can be found here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.london.gov.uk/sites/default/files/gla_competency_framework_hr_28june2021.pdf" target="_blank">GLA Competency Framework</a>
Job Description
Job purpose
To support the work of the Infrastructure team’s Data &amp; Innovation digital tools (particularly the Infrastructure Mapping Application - IMA), through carrying out spatial analysis, producing innovative, customised web mapping applications and by managing and maintaining databases.
Principal accountabilities
Assist with the delivery of digital and data support services (particularly the IMA), including creating mapping visualisations of data in support of the Unit, and responding to ad-hoc requests and enquiries as required.
Work closely with the team’s and wider organisation’s existing data and technical expertise to help, design, develop, and support the IMA on behalf of its stakeholders.
Promote and support the use of GIS across the Unit, including helping professionals from other disciplines to complete mapping tasks and assisting with the delivery of in-house GIS training when required.
Carry out spatial analysis in support of the Unit.
Working with the team’s existing data and technical expertise, and the wider organisation to explore and implement innovative uses of technology.
Continue to maintain and enhance the range of thematic datasets held in the Data &amp; Innovation digital tools (particularly the IMA) through liaison with data leads in other GLA departments and partner organisations.
Keep abreast of new developments and innovations that may impact on the GLA’s policies, strategies and data requirements, via liaison with a range of regional, national, international, professional and other bodies dealing with Geographic Information.&nbsp; Maintain an awareness of, and contribute to, other aspects of the work of the Unit.
Manage staff and resources allocated to the job in accordance with the Authority’s policies and Code of Ethics and Standards.
Realise the benefits of a flexible approach to work in undertaking the duties and responsibilities of this job, and participating in multi-disciplinary, cross-department and cross-organisational groups and project teams.
Key contacts
Accountable to:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Senior Technical Officer
Accountable for: &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Resources allocated to the job, to include specialist software, hardware and data
Principal contacts:&nbsp; &nbsp;Specialist GIS, research and IT staff in the GLA and London Boroughs; a range of international, national and London organisations; government and commercial data providers
Person specification
Technical requirements/experience/qualifications
-A strong technical background evidenced by a qualification in GIS (or a related subject) or equivalent professional experience -Detailed knowledge of GIS in practical use, and evidence of commitment to keep abreast of new developments. -Experience of working with desktop GIS tools including ArcGIS Desktop -Experience of spatial data conversion tools such as FME, ESRI Productivity Suite would be an advantage -Experience of working with ESRI ArcGIS Server, knowledge of web map services and appropriate standards -Experience of or can demonstrate interest in web mapping technologies such as ArcGIS JavaScript API, OpenLayers, OpenStreetMap API -Knowledge of and interest in any of the following programming or scripting technologies including: JavaScript, CSS, HTML, Python
Behavioural competencies
Research and Analysis
… is gathering intelligence (information, opinion and data) from varied sources, making sense of it, testing its validity and drawing conclusions that can lead to practical benefits.
Level 1
-Uses a variety of methods and sources to gather relevant data and information -Checks accuracy of data and information before using it -Looks for trends in data and spots connections to draw meaningful conclusions -Summarises research outcomes in a clear and concise way -Focuses on the research goal, working in a systematic way
Problem Solving
… &nbsp;is analysing and interpreting situations from a variety of viewpoints and finding creative, workable and timely solutions.
Level 2
-Processes and distils a variety of information to understand a problem fully -Proposes options for solutions to presented problems -Builds on the ideas of others to encourage creative problem-solving -Thinks laterally about own work, considering different ways to approach problems -Seeks the opinions and experiences of others to understand different approaches to problem-solving
Planning and Organisation
… &nbsp;is thinking ahead; managing time, priorities and risk; and developing structured and efficient approaches to deliver work on time and to a high standard.
Level 1 &nbsp;
-Plans and prioritises own workload to meet agreed deadlines -Advises colleagues or manager early of obstacles to work delivery -Perseveres and follows work through to completion -Checks for errors to ensure work is delivered to a high standard first time -Effectively juggles priorities
Stakeholder Focus
… is consulting with, listening to and understanding the needs of those upon whom our work has an impact; and is using this knowledge to shape what we do and manage others’ expectations.
Level 2
-Seeks to understand requirements, gathering extra information when needs are not clear
-Presents the GLA positively by interacting effectively with stakeholders -Delivers a timely and accurate service -Understands the differing needs of stakeholders and adapts own service accordingly
-Seeks and uses feedback from a variety of sources to improve the GLA’s service to Londoners
Decision Making
… is forming sound, evidence-based judgements, making choices, assessing risks to delivery, and taking accountability for results.
Level 1
-Takes personal responsibility for own decisions -Makes straightforward decisions to progress own work -Asks others for input, recognising the benefit of more than one perspective -Understands which decisions are within own area of responsibility and which to pass to others
-Understands the risks associated with decisions, informing others of these risks
Building and Managing relationships
… is developing rapport and working effectively with a diverse range of people; and sharing knowledge and skills to deliver shared goals.
Level 1
Builds rapport quickly with people at all levels and from different backgrounds
-Actively listens to others and is open to their ideas -Identifies and resolves conflict between self and others -Makes others feel comfortable and respected by being positive and friendly -Shares appropriate information openly with colleagues within and outside own team
How to apply
If you would like to apply for the role you will need to submit the following:
Up to date CV
Personal statement with a maximum of 1500 words. Please ensure you address how you demonstrate the essential criteria outlined above in the advert.

Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement have a maximum file size of 1.5MB each and upload your Personal Statement to the ‘CV and Cover Letters’ section’ of the form, ensuring you address the technical requirements and competencies in your Personal Statement.
Word or PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images. Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement are saved with the job reference number as part of the naming convention (E.g., “CV – applicant name - 012345)

As part of GLA’s continuing commitment to be an inclusive and equal opportunity employer we will be removing personal identifiable information from CVs and Personal Statements that could cause discrimination.&nbsp;

If you have questions about the role
If you wish to talk to someone about the role, the hiring manager Alan Lewis would be happy to speak to you. Please contact them at <a href="mailto:Alan.Lewis@london.gov.uk" target="_blank">Alan.Lewis@london.gov.uk</a>
If you have any questions about the recruitment process, contact the&nbsp;<a href="mailto:glaopdcrecruitment@tfl.gov.uk" target="_blank">glaopdcrecruitment@tfl.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;who support the GLA with recruitment.
Assessment process
Once you have submitted an application, your details will be reviewed by a panel.
If shortlisted, you’ll be invited to an interview and technical assessment.
The interview/assessment date is: Week commencing 8 September 2025 (subject to change)
We will make every effort to give you as much notice as possible, however some interviews/assessments could be organised at short notice.
We may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.&nbsp;
Equality, diversity and inclusion

London's diversity is its biggest asset, and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.
We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements.&nbsp;We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share.&nbsp;
Please note we are a Disability Confident Employer so for candidates who wish to be considered under the scheme and meet the essential criteria, they will automatically be invited to interview. Please note, should you require any adjustments through the process, we will accommodate as much as possible. Please contact the recruitment team for further information if required.
Benefits
GLA staff are hybrid working up to 3 days a week in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office.
In addition to a good salary package, you will be paid every four weeks, providing frequent salary payments. We also offer an attractive range of benefits including 30 days’ annual leave, interest free season ticket loan, interest free bicycle loan and a career average pension scheme.
Additional Information&nbsp;
Please note, all candidates will need to confirm that the information provided in this application form is true and correct. Should a candidate deliberately give false information, including the use of AI software, they understand that this would disqualify them from consideration.
Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record (DBS) check but some roles may require additional security screening.&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.gov.uk/find-out-dbs-check" target="_blank">Find out which DBS check is right for your employee - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)</a>
More Support
If you have a disability which makes submitting an online application form difficult, please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:resourcingteam@london.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcingteam@london.gov.uk</a>.

GIS Officer

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We have a fantastic opportunity available for a Social Worker to join our incredible Adult Social Care 18+ Team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis.
As a Social Worker within the Adult Social Care 18+ Team, you will undertake direct work with customers who have a learning disability. The main aim of the service is to enable individuals to live safely in the community, maximising individual's abilities to care for themselves and supporting carers to continue in their caring role for as long as they’re able to.
There will be an emphasis upon working creatively to identify whether needs can be met in different ways.&nbsp; This will include assessing needs, providing advice and support with signposting, maximising social capital, and collaborating with key teams to provide a seamless service for individuals within the borough.
Benefits:
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days (rising to 35 days after 5 years continued local government service, plus Bank Holidays
⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐&nbsp;A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ And much more!&nbsp;
Key responsibilities:
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<li>To work in accordance with the Care Act 2014 to assess or reassess the needs of customers and their carers, offering access to support services in line with their eligible needs.</li>
<li>To undertake risk assessments for individual customer situations and formulate risk management plans.</li>
<li>To work in a person-centred way, ensuring that individual dignity is maintained, cultural and communication needs are addressed, and choices and aspirations are acknowledged and heard.</li>
<li>It is vital that the worker establishes close working relationships with support services.</li>
<li>To establish professional relationships with local providers to enable joint working, investigation of new innovative ways of working, and encourage an open and transparent dialogue.</li>
<li>To ensure that you bring forward good ideas, offer creative solutions, challenge areas where the Council can improve, and to contribute to the Council’s ongoing success.</li>
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Candidate Requirements:
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<li>Social Work degree/registered with Social Work England</li>
<li>Full EU driving licence (and access to the daily use of a car)</li>
<li>Minimum of 2 years post qualifying experience</li>
<li>Ability to use standard Microsoft programs and to learn specialist client record systems etc.</li>
<li>Experience in a Social Care or health care environment.</li>
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Our Area
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.
We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!
Or for an informal discussion, please contact&nbsp;Debbie Evans via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:debbie.evans@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">debbie.evans@wokingham.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;
Closing Date: Sunday 24th August&nbsp;2025, 11pm
Interview Date:&nbsp;TBC
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.&nbsp;
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Social Worker (Learning Disability Team)

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Job Title: Senior Lawyer
Location: Hybrid working - Offices in Market Harborough Leicestershire
Salary: Grade 10 - £51,356 to £54,495 pa pro rata for part time.&nbsp; This post attracts a market supplement of up to 5% of starting annual salary depending on experience.
Status: 
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<li>Contracts and procurement Senior Lawyer – full time permanent (37 hours per week)</li>
<li>Planning Senior Lawyer – part time permanent (22.2 hours per week)</li>
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We understand that for most, home life is a priority, so we are happy to consider either role on a part-time or job-share basis.&nbsp;
Car user: casual
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About Harborough District Council Harborough District Council is committed to delivering high-quality services to its community in Market Harborough, the town of Lutterworth, part of the Leicester urban area, and numerous villages and surrounding rural areas. Market Harborough is a charming English market town known for its historic architecture, vibrant market, and picturesque countryside. The town is well-connected by rail, with direct services to Leicester, Nottingham, Derby, Sheffield, and London.
We are seeking two dynamic and experienced Lawyers to join the Council’s Legal Services team as Senior Lawyers. These roles are pivotal in ensuring the Council’s activities are conducted lawfully and transparently, contributing to the Council’s goal of continuous improvement in service quality, cost efficiency, and customer responsiveness.
The Roles
For both senior roles you will be required to ensure that the implications of local government law are understood and complied with, including the statutory requirement within the Council.&nbsp; You will draft and advise on reports for Cabinet, Council Committees and other meetings as required ensuring that all procedural and standing order requirements are complied with.
You will already be an experienced lawyer and depending on your knowledge and experience you&nbsp; will act as the lead advisor on a broad range of planning or contracts and procurement matters.&nbsp; You will be responsible for our own caseloads, which will cover a wide range of diverse, complex and interesting matters.&nbsp; You will have experience of providing advice on complex legal matters to Members, Officers and other stakeholders.
Key responsibilities for both posts include: 
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<li>Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or CILEx with a current England &amp; Wales practising certificate.</li>
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<li>Handle a caseload of complex and sensitive legal issues.</li>
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<li>Provide training and support to other officers in legal procedures.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with all Council policies and statutory requirements.</li>
<li>Promote a culture of excellent customer service and continuous improvement.</li>
<li>Proven experience in the public sector or in private practice.</li>
<li>Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.</li>
<li>Ability to manage competing demands and tight deadlines.</li>
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Senior Lawyer – Planning – Specific Key Responsibilities
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<li>Lead and manage the delivery of legal services in planning matters.</li>
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<li>Several years post-qualification experience in planning law, including s.106 agreements, planning appeals, and enforcement.&nbsp;</li>
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Senior Lawyer - Contracts &amp; Procurement – Specific Key Responsibilities
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<li>Several years post-qualification experience in contracts and procurement law, including preparing contract documentation, advising on compliance and governance requirements, and negotiating agreements.</li>
<li>Lead and manage the delivery of legal services in contracts and procurement matters.</li>
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About You
In these roles you will be expected to display sound decision making, excellent interpersonal and influencing.&nbsp; You will be confident in public speaking and problem solving.&nbsp; As a self-motivated individual with commitment to achieving targets, you will be a organised professional with experince of handling a broad caseload.&nbsp; You will be adpatable to changing priorites working as part of a team, although you will work independently, prioritising your own workload.&nbsp;&nbsp; You will support the Head of Legal Services in more complex and sensitive work, dealing with contentious and non-contentious matters.
These roles are flexible and can be delivered remotely on most occasions.&nbsp; However, there may be times when you are required to be in the office for client meetings or to attend committee meetings.&nbsp; We are willing to be flexible with the hours we are offering and can negotiate this with candidates who are successful at interview stage.
If you are interested in this role and would like an informal discussion, please contact Julie Young, Head of Legal Services by emailing in the first instance to <a href="mailto:j.young@harborough.gov.uk" target="_blank">j.young@harborough.gov.uk</a>.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is midday 26th August 2025.&nbsp; 

Interviews will be held week commencing 8th September 2025.
We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date should we receive sufficient suitable applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Desirable criteria from the person specification may be used for sifting purposes.
You can apply for this job online at <a href="http://www.harborough.gov.uk/job-application&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">www.harborough.gov.uk/job-application&amp;nbsp</a>; &nbsp;
Should you have any difficulties applying online please&nbsp;e-mail <a href="mailto:recruitment@harborough.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@harborough.gov.uk.</a>&nbsp; CVs will not be accepted. &nbsp;Please specify which post you are applying for on your application form and ensure your application clearly demonstrates how you meet the person specification.

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