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Please apply online via the link provided.



Introduction
Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!
We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.
Are you passionate about housing and helping clients with their homeless journey? Do you have the skills and knowledge to make a difference in our temporary accommodation service? You could be at the forefront of shaping strategies that make a difference to our clients in temporary accommodation.
What’s the role?
Housing Services Directorate is looking to appoint an Accommodation Assessment &amp; Lettings Team Leader to manage a team of six Accommodation Assessment &amp; Lettings Officers responsible for offering suitable accommodation under S188 and S193 duties. Successful management of this service area will ensure we deliver a high quality, customer-focused approach to our applicants eligible for homelessness assistance and continuous improvement and efficiency in the service delivery. In addition, you will ensure officers complete S208, enforce offer of suitable accommodation, correctly undertake the discharge of duty and complete all other tasks relevant to their role.
What’s in it for you?
Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday allowance</li>
<li>Local Government Pension scheme</li>
<li>Flexible working and family friendly policies</li>
<li>Season ticket and bicycle loans</li>
<li>A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships</li>
<li>Supportive staff networks</li>
</ul>
What we’re looking for
We are seeking an experienced Accommodation Assessment &amp; Lettings Team Leader with a good working knowledge of managing a team responsible for offering accommodation under S188 and S193, Part 6 &amp; 7 of the Housing Act 1996, Homelessness Act 2002 and Localism Act 2011 and its application. You must have knowledge and understanding of the activities, functions and processes involved in offering suitable accommodation under S188 and S193 as well as issuing discharge of duty decisions.
In return, we will offer excellent development opportunities, plus a range of benefits that includes a career average pension scheme, flexible working and the opportunity to make a real difference to our local community.
Location
The job is primarily based in Laurence House, Catford, London, SE6 4RU, but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.
Special conditions
<ul>
<li>working knowledge of S188 and S193 &amp; Part 7 of the Housing Act 1996</li>
<li>understanding of the processes involved in issuing discharge of duty decisions</li>
</ul>
The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.
<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us" target="_blank">Applicant handbook</a>&nbsp;- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.
For an informal discussion about this job, please contact Abdul Hamid on 07385 226267
Salary
£47,628 - £49,638 per annum (P03)
N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.
Diversity
Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at <a href="http://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a>
The Council has a dedicated employment support service, <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email <a href="mailto:JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and an advisor will be in touch with you.
The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.
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London Borough of Lewisham

Accommodation Assessment & Lettings Team Leader

We are looking for someone who has experience in the field of private sector housing, in particular experience relating to empty and derelict homes and the Housing Act 2004 to join our dedicated Safety and Wellbeing team to help transform empty homes into safe, liveable properties.In this role, you&amp;©ll work with landlords, agents, and homeowners to enforce housing standards, support grant delivery, and reduce the negative impact of derelict or vacant housing. You will be responsible for leading on bringing empty homes back into use, inspect properties under housing legislation, and assist with energy efficiency initiatives, along with:Investigating complaints about housing conditions, unlicensed HMOs, and tenant harassment or illegal eviction.Carrying out inspections under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) and assess eligibility for loans and grants.Enforcing housing legislation and preparing statutory notices, prosecution files, and evidence for court or tribunal proceedings.Leading on identifying, surveying and assessing long-term empty homes and developing strategies to bring them back into use.Collaborating with property owners, managing agents, developers and partner organisations to secure funding and facilitate reoccupation or redevelopment.Overseeing enforcement actions including Empty Dwelling Management Orders, enforced sales, and derelict property remediation.Supporting energy efficiency projects and initiatives promoting warm, low-carbon homes.This is a dynamic opportunity for someone with strong knowledge of housing law, enforcement experience, and a passion for improving the lives of residents and the quality of housing across the district. It is essential that you have a strong understanding of housing legislation, guidance, and policies, along with:Solid IT skills and working knowledge of information and financial systemsAbility to obtain and analyse evidence, prepare accurate reports, and make sound decisionsExcellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skillsThere is a requirement of this role for you to work outside normal office hours (including evenings/weekends), have a full driving licence and be physically able to carry out property inspections, including challenging or older properties and external sitesFor an informal discussion about the role please contact Natalie Pearce on 01233 330304 or Gary Clarke on 01233 330624Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/mm4pmcvr/7103a-private-sector-housing-officer-empty-homes-june-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description</a>When applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working.Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community<ul></ul>

Ashford Borough Council

Private Sector Housing Officer - Empty Homes

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Please apply online. If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by either emailing <a href="mailto:personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk" target="_blank">personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk</a>



Engineering Manager - Lead Meaningful Projects in a Beautiful Borough
Salary: £48,273 – £51,027 + essential car user allowance (£1,239 per annum)
Location: Kings Hill, West Malling (with flexible/hybrid working options)
Contract: Permanent | Full Time (37 hours per week)
Benefits: Generous annual leave, LGPS pension, employee wellbeing support, remote working, free parking, paid professional fees, and CPD opportunities
Are you an experienced engineer looking for a fresh challenge where your work truly makes a difference? Do you want to lead vital infrastructure projects while enjoying the work-life balance and values of the public sector? If so, we’d love to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
Tonbridge &amp; Malling Borough Council is based in Kings Hill – a modern, well-connected location in one of Kent’s most desirable boroughs. With great transport links, countryside on your doorstep, and vibrant local communities, it’s the perfect blend of professional opportunity and lifestyle appeal.
At TMBC, you’ll find a positive, collaborative culture where people genuinely care about their work, their community, and each other. We take pride in our public service mission and invest in our people through strong training and career development support.
About the Role
<ul>
<li>This is an exciting opportunity to lead a varied and impactful portfolio of engineering projects across the borough. You’ll be responsible for:</li>
<li>Managing the Engineering team and associated budgets</li>
<li>Leading projects relating to car parking, drainage, land management, and more</li>
<li>Advising on flood risk and working closely with the Environment Agency and Kent County Council</li>
<li>Overseeing winter maintenance, bridge inspections, and electric vehicle charging infrastructure</li>
</ul>
You’ll work from our Kings Hill offices, with the flexibility to work remotely and the opportunity to get out and about across the borough.
Join us and help shape the future of Tonbridge &amp; Malling – a place where your engineering skills can make a real and lasting impact.
Interested?
For an informal chat, please contact Andy Edwards, Head of Technical Services at:
<a href="mailto:andy.edwards@tmbc.gov.uk" target="_blank">andy.edwards@tmbc.gov.uk</a> (Direct candidates only – no agencies, please.)
Interviews scheduled for: To be announced
Apply online today – or contact our HR team at <a href="mailto:personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk" target="_blank">personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk</a> if you require assistance with your application.

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

Engineering Manager

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Please apply online via the link provided.



Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities! We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants. Lewisham Council’s Housing Service is seeking a new&nbsp;Head of Private Sector Licencing and Home Improvement as part of our senior leadership team in the Housing Services Directorate. The role It’s an exciting time to join us. Lewisham is a vibrant and rewarding place to live and work –full of ambition, energy and a huge amount of potential. Our people are passionate, diverse and engaged in the work we do. We are proud of our strong, welcoming communities and of being recognised as the UK’s first borough of Sanctuary. It’s also a challenging time for us, with significant financial pressure and increasing demand for our services. We are meeting this challenge head on, with a radical and bold change agenda underway across the organisation. Here in the housing service, we are passionate about our vision that everyone has a safe, stable and genuinely affordable home where they can live an independent and prosperous life. Maintaining high standards and ensuring safety in the private rented sector is essential. To support this, we operate Selective Licensing, Additional HMO Licensing, and Mandatory Licensing schemes. The Housing Improvement and Assistance Team works to support vulnerable residents who need aids and adaptations to enable them to continue to live independently in their homes as well as providing a range of capital grants to support landlords to bring empty homes back into occupation and ensure homes are free from hazards. We are ambitious with a clear strategy to deliver on our vision. This role is a critical part of delivering our vision. We are looking for a new Head of Private Sector Licencing and Home Improvement. What we’re looking for Reporting to the Director of Housing Strategy, the Head of Private Sector Licencing and Home Improvement will lead a service area that provides strategic direction for the Council’s housing improvement and assistance service and the property licensing and enforcement function. This is an area of the division with big ambition, as we have recently expanded our property licencing schemes and have seen an increase in applications from residents for support from our grants, specifically the Disabled Facilities Grant. Managing a service of up to 100 staff the post-holder will lead our ambitions to work proactively within the private rented sector to drive up standards and safety for Lewisham’s residents. With expertise in the legal framework of regulation and licensing, you’ll be at the forefront of operationalising our new licensing scheme, and will maximise their impact through innovative new approaches to engaging with our residents. You will also be responsible for utilising a home assistance grant of £2million a year to support our most vulnerable residents to live in safe and secure homes from which they can live independent lives. We’re looking for a strategic and inspirational leader, communicator and manager who can demonstrate strong experience of delivering an operational income-generating service, ideally with a background in commercial or regulatory and enforcement services as well as a strong background and experience in managing Disabled Facilities Grants services. If you are excited by this challenge, we want to hear from you. Location The job is primarily based in Laurence House, Catford but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis. The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s. <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us" target="_blank">Applicant handbook</a>&nbsp;- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.
To apply, please click on the apply link above.&nbsp;
Please click&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/%20HeadofPrivateSectorLicencingandHomeImprovement" target="_blank">here</a>&nbsp;to view the Job Description and Person Specification Salary £69,840 - £74,487 per annum (SMG2) N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof. Special conditions
<ul>
<li>The job is subject to a basic DBS check</li>
</ul>
The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s. For an informal discussion about this job, please contact Fenella Beckman (Director of Housing Strategy)-&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Fenella.Beckman@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Fenella.Beckman@lewisham.gov.uk</a> Diversity Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a> The Council has a dedicated employment support service,&nbsp;<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and an advisor will be in touch with you. The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.&nbsp; &nbsp;
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Head of Private Sector Licensing and Home Improvement

<ul></ul>Please apply online via the link provided.Women’s Wellbeing Coach&nbsp;£23,300 per annum pro rata (Successful candidates should expect to be appointed at the starting point of the salary scale and consideration may be given to a higher salary depending on the experience of the individual)Full Time: 35 hoursFixed Term until: 31st of March 2027Location: HMP Peterborough and CambridgshireRef: WWC-254Are you a dynamic, collaborative and compassionate individual with a proven track record as a caseworker delivering gender specific and trauma responsive interventions which support resettlement and rehabilitation of female adults in the criminal justice system, whether in the community or in prisons?If so, St Giles and the Wise Group are looking for a&nbsp;Women’s Wellbeing Coach&nbsp;to be an integral part of a multi-agency team providing person-centred support, where you will deliver holistic and trauma informed Women’s services to females on remand or unsentenced.Who are we?The Wise Group and St Giles came&nbsp;together to form a partnership with the aim of supporting the Probation Resettlement reforms by offering a high-quality service underpinned by staff who have lived experience and cultural competency. As a result, we have been awarded contracts to deliver Women’s Services across Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, North Yorkshire, and Durham. These services will provide holistic support to community offenders and prison leavers.The Wise Group is a leading social enterprise which is proud to be making a difference to people’s lives. We’re proud because we help people to find jobs, provide advice to people struggling to heat their homes and support people to find their feet following time in prison. To do this, the Wise Group works in partnership with everyone from large businesses to national and local government and third sector organisations who provide essential specialist support to our customers. Together, we’re greater than the sum of our parts.St Giles is an award-winning social justice charity using expertise and real-life past experiences to empower people who are not getting the help they need. People held back by poverty, exploited, abused, dealing with addiction or mental health problems, caught up in crime or a combination of these issues and others. We show people there is a way to build a better future for themselves and those they care about and help them create this through support, advice, and training. Our peer-led services form the backbone of our work, putting people with lived experience at the centre of delivery, design, and evaluation of support and services across the UK.About this&nbsp;exciting opportunity As&nbsp;Women’s Wellbeing Coach, you will provide person-centred support to a caseload of service users, who will be female adults aged 18 years and above on remand and unsentenced within Cambridgeshire.&nbsp; This role will involve completing Trauma Informed assessments and developing, in collaboration with each service user, action plans which will result in timely and prescribed outcomes being achieved.We will also rely on you to create a safe and trusting environment, using trauma informed practice to successfully facilitate a supportive and constructive relationship with service users and to deliver a range of interventions which contribute towards achieving pre-determined targets.&nbsp; Developing and maintaining positive working relationships with external agencies and working towards contractual targets and outcomes within agreed timescales are both essential aspects of the role, as is providing updates and reports, where required, using a range of formats.What we are looking for<ul><li>Proven ability and experience as a caseworker delivering gender specific and trauma responsive interventions which support resettlement and rehabilitation of female adults in the criminal justice system whether in the community or in prisons.</li><li>Experience of working with young adults and supporting them to achieve positive outcomes.</li><li>Experience of engaging successfully with challenging people, for example people who have complex needs, people who are reluctant to discuss their needs, and people who are angry and confused&nbsp;Experience in delivery of 1:1 and group coaching solutions, including preparation and delivery of skills and learning.</li><li>Experience in working with partner agencies either as part of a multi-agency team working towards common objectives or negotiating to establish links to further the aims of a project.</li></ul>Please note this role requires&nbsp;Enhanced Adult Workforce only.In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, clinical therapist sessions, life insurance (4 x annual salary), duvet days, season ticket loan, employee perks programme, eye care voucher and much more.We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications, and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage ) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation.St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.Closing date: 17th August 2025. 11:00pm&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Interviews: 1st September 2025 on Teams

Women's Wellbeing Coach

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Please apply online via the link provided.



We have a fantastic opportunity for someone to join the Disability and Welfare team and make a real difference to the student experience. As a Disability Adviser, you will work with students who have shared their disability with the University, offering support and guidance throughout their studies. You will carry out assessments, advise on reasonable adjustments and formulate support plans, taking a collaborative approach to ensuring students are well supported and on track to successfully completing their studies.
By joining this team, you will help to make a real difference to the student experience not only by directly supporting current students, but by liaising with stakeholders to ensure an inclusive and holistic approach to provision is effectively implemented.
Your accountabilities and responsibilities include:
<ul>
<li>Support and be responsible for a case load of students, often with complex support requirements</li>
<li>Advise students on applications for the Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) and other financial support</li>
<li>Develop and maintain relationships with external support agencies which may benefit students</li>
<li>Maintain accurate and up to date records in relation to the support required and provided, ensuring compliance with data protection legislation and auditing requirements</li>
</ul>
Our main requirements:
<ul>
<li>Further education level qualifications</li>
<li>Evidence of CPD in the fields of SpLD, Neurodiversity, non-medical help or disability</li>
<li>Relevant demonstrable experience of paid/voluntary work of delivering pastoral support</li>
<li>Supporting disabled people, some with complex needs, and providing relevant advice/guidance</li>
<li>Ability to manage difficult situations sensitively and in a timely manner</li>
</ul>
At University of the Built Environment we expect employees to demonstrate our values: Passion, Integrity, Excellence and Support. Student satisfaction and success are our main drivers, and our people consistently report high levels of employee engagement; your contribution will be valued should you join us.
We are a long-standing and leading provider of supported online education with a long-term ambition to be the world’s most sustainable university. Wellbeing and work-life balance are a priority for us, with flexible working arrangements and a generous holiday allowance amongst some of our key employee benefits. 
To apply, please click on the apply link above. Please submit your application by no later than Wednesday 30 July 2025 at 5pm.
The full job specification is also visible via this link.
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION
We champion equality, diversity, and inclusion in our workforce. We celebrate diversity and the strengths it brings to our staff body, our student community and our Board of Trustees, recognising that people are key to our success. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

University of the Built Environment

University College of Estate Management

Disability Adviser

Do you want to be part of a forward-thinking team and lead projects that make a difference!We are looking for an experienced Project Manager with a track record of delivering high-profile commercial projects.You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our borough. You will oversee major corporate projects, ensuring they align with our strategic, financial, and business objectives.As Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading the Commercial Projects Team in delivering high-priority corporate projects, along with:Overseeing the planning, development, and delivery of commercial strategic projects.Managing procurement, contractors, and consultants.Providing professional guidance on project management best practices.Ensuring projects meet budgetary, quality, and performance expectations.You will be working closely with elected members, partners, and stakeholders to drive impact, so to be competent in this role it is essential that you have:Proven experience managing complex, high-value projects from inception to completion.Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills.Knowledge of procurement processes, project planning tools (Pentana, MS Projects), and financial oversight.Excellent communication skills $ú able to present, negotiate, and influence at senior levels.Project Management qualification $ú PRINCE2, APM, or equivalent.For an informal discussion about the role please contact Shaun Meyer on 01233 330309Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/q3lpuium/7102a-senior-project-manager-june-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description</a>When applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community<ul></ul>

Senior Project Manager

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Teacher Main scale 1-6
Full time
Fixed term to 31/08/2026
The headteacher and governors wish to appoint an inspirational qualified teacher, for a fixed term position to start in November 2025, to cover the maternity leave of a current staff member.
This position will be in a year 3 classroom.
The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic, ambitious, and well-organised classroom practitioner with a clear understanding of a broad range of National Curriculum subjects.&nbsp;
The post requires outstanding teaching skills, high expectations and the ability to work within our brilliant team.
Energy, enthusiasm and willingness to take a full part in the life of the school are essential.
Poulton Lancelyn Primary School is an academy which is part of the Oak Trees Multi Academy Trust. We are a very happy, successful and popular school with dedicated hard-working staff and governors, supportive parents and delightful children.
All applicants should enclose a letter of application (no more than 2 sides of A4).
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school office in September.
The closing date for applications is 3.30pm on Friday 12th September 2025. Lesson observations and interviews are scheduled for the week beginning 22nd September 2025.
Application forms and job specifications are available online at <a href="http://www.wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.wirral.gov.uk</a> and also from the school website.
Please return the completed application form and supporting letter to Mr Andy Milne, via the school office or by email to <a href="mailto:schooloffice@poultonlancelyn.wirral.sch.uk" target="_blank">schooloffice@poultonlancelyn.wirral.sch.uk</a>.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure and will follow a stringent vetting and induction process.
All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability.
For further information about the Trust, please look at our website <a href="http://www.poultonlancelyn.wirral.sch.uk" target="_blank">www.poultonlancelyn.wirral.sch.uk</a> or contact the Trust office at <a href="mailto:admin@oaktreesmat.co.uk" target="_blank">admin@oaktreesmat.co.uk</a>.
Mr Andy Milne Poulton Lancelyn Primary School Venables Drive, Spital, Wirral, Merseyside CH63 9LY Tel: 0151 334 5021&nbsp;

Year 3 Teacher

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We are St Helens Borough Council
Located in the heart of the Northwest close to Liverpool, Manchester and Lancashire, St Helens is a modernising Council which is passionate and ambitious for the children and families we support, our communities and our workforce. As part of our transformation journey, we continue to build on our progress and put children firmly at the centre of our care. We can only do this because of our highly valued, skilled, and supported workforce.
We are dealing with an exciting range of planning challenges, balancing needs for major new development linked to the Council’s ambitious growth agenda as well as delivering a significant amount of new housing and accomplishing the regeneration of both town centres, whilst supporting community infrastructure against the protection of the Borough’s greenspaces and other environmental assets. You will provide a lead role with the support of a talented, friendly and enthusiastic planning policy team - in implementing the Council’s adopted Local Plan, as well as developing other areas of the Council’s planning framework, including the preparation of a number of Supplementary Planning Documents and evidenced based documents. You must have significant planning policy experience and a degree or relevant qualification in planning or a related discipline, and a good knowledge of appropriate legislation, guidance and procedures. You must also be able to communicate well, both orally and in writing, analyse information in a clear and logical manner and meet corporate priorities and deadlines, along with good IT skills. You should also be able to work well as a team member and individually with minimum supervision, be enthusiastic and able to lead and motivate others. In line with our new ways of working, this full-time permanent role is hybrid and will involve working from home 3 days a week and 2 days a week working in our agile hub at Atlas House in St Helens Town Centre, allowing you that extra freedom and work life balance. <a href="https://youtu.be/7tXXInE7T0s" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/7tXXInE7T0s</a>. 
 
The proposed interview date for successful applicants will be 28th August 2025. Interested to Find Out More? You can review our full job description details, and person specification information below. You are also welcome to contact us for a chat before applying by contacting Kieran Birch, Head of Planning at <a href="mailto:kieranbirch@sthelens.gov.uk" target="_blank">kieranbirch@sthelens.gov.uk</a> or Kathryn Brindley, Development Plans Manager at <a href="mailto:kathrynbrindley@sthelens.gov.uk" target="_blank">kathrynbrindley@sthelens.gov.uk</a>
 Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment.


St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Leader. This means that the Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within the interview/selection process. Equality &amp; Diversity St Helens Borough Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation.
 St Helens Borough Council is a Disability Confident Leader. Disability Confident Leader lead the way in helping to take action that changes attitudes, behaviours, and cultures for the better.

Principal Planning Officer - Policy

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Job Title:&nbsp;Payroll and Pensions Administrator&nbsp;
Location:&nbsp;Islington, London, (Around a 10 minute walk from Highbury and Islington station) Hybrid working with 2 days a week in the office and service visits regularly across London, Brighton, Luton, Bedford, Kent, and Liverpool. Once a month, the full People and Culture team have a collaborative office day on a Monday.&nbsp;
Salary:&nbsp;£27,000
Shift Pattern:&nbsp;Full Time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:00, with some flexibility around these hours as required.
About the role
Our People and Culture team are hiring a Payroll and Pensions Administrator to join the team to support with ensuring our staff are paid efficiently, accurately, and on time. You will play a pivotal part of the team to support with the preparation and processing of monthly payroll for all, coordinating effective and efficient end-to-end payroll and pensions administration, plus any additional relevant activities. You will utilise the tools and resources available to ensure we meet the needs of all our stakeholders and comply with legal matters. The role will further include:
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<li>Taking ownership of administrative tasks in the payroll and pensions process, being the point of contact for enquiries in this area.</li>
<li>Supporting the administrative process of payroll and pensions, including with the database/system, ensure that any problems are identified with the relevant departments for effective resolution.</li>
<li>Ensure Full Payment Submissions (FPS) within tight deadlines and process for all adaptations are carried out in a timely manner.</li>
<li>Support relevant colleagues to ensure the correct payments, reports, and returns are made to HMRC, pension providers, and other bodies.</li>
<li>Work in collaboration with functions within the organisation to ensure consistency of information and process.</li>
<li>Ensure all data and reporting is updated in a timely manner across the relevant databases on a regular basis and fit the needs of the business.</li>
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In this role, you will report to the Payroll and Pensions Manager, working alongside the wider People and Culture team which includes the Generalist team, Talent Acquisition team, Workforce Development, and Talent Development team. As a team, we all have our strengths and individual qualities and interests, we support each other wherever possible and have a collaborative working culture. Once a month, we meet as a team and come together for a fun activity and collaborative working.
About you
We are looking for someone who is methodical and intuitive, with a detail oriented outlook to tasks, with the ability to take ownership of projects and workflows, using your skills, knowledge and materials to provide an excellent service. We are looking for someone who can work in a fast paced environment, able to work with conflicting priorities, whilst maintaining a high level professional service. We look for personable characteristics, someone who can get along well with others and is approachable. As a team we have individual interests and share a sense of humour, we try bring an element of enjoyment to our workplace when we can! You will have a real passion for what we do as an organisation, and be driven to work within the charity sector which transforms lives through empowering change.&nbsp;
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<li>Experience in a similar role, taking on similar responsibilities in payroll capacity</li>
<li>Experience in providing a high level of quality administration and customer support (internal or external customers)</li>
<li>Knowledge and experience using a payroll systems is desirable</li>
<li>Good understanding of HMRC requirements, including Statutory Sick Pay (SSP), statutory maternity and paternity pay</li>
<li>Experience of providing a high level of numerical administration and communications, commensurate to the level of the role</li>
<li>IT Proficiency, ability to learn new software programs, competent knowledge in Microsoft, including Word, Excel, and Outlook</li>
<li>Ability and willingness to attend regular visits to our different service locations</li>
<li>Working knowledge and understanding of payroll, pensions and other relevant laws and external policies commensurate to the level of the role.</li>
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Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
What we offer
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<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>
<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>
<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing</li>
<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>
<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>
<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>
<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>
<li>Be part of an organisation which believes good care and support improves lives.</li>
<li>Join an organisation with a mission to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.</li>
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We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all our employees. We're proud to mention that our staff Ambassadors career aspirations generally benefit from embracing this unique opportunity to develop their respective skill sets in spaces that exist outside of their daily roles. SIG actively encourages applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly lived experience; Naturally, we approach any emerging issues with empathy and sensitivity.&nbsp;
About Social Interest Group (SIG)
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings (including people's own homes), probation settings, and hospitals awaiting discharge. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent. We believe in the power of well-planned, well-managed services to make a difference. We work with high standards and external and internal regulatory frameworks. Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be" target="_blank">Theory of Change</a>&nbsp;Further details can be found on our website here:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>.&nbsp;
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.&nbsp;
For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a>&nbsp;or call our central office on&nbsp;<a href="tel:02036689270" target="_blank">020 3668 9270</a>&nbsp;to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back.&nbsp;
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our&nbsp;<a href="https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/" target="_blank">website</a>.
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Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.&nbsp;
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Payroll and Pension Administrator

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The TeamThe Family Safeguarding Adult Team is integrated into Children's Social Care services, providing intervention with parents &amp; carers to actively support change, with the intention to help more children to live safely at home. Portsmouth City Council Children's Services is committed to promoting a multi - disciplinary, 'whole family' approach to safeguarding and reunification in Portsmouth.We want families to bring up their children to be safe and well, offering support to prevent the need for care, reduce the length of care when it is required, and to always strive for children to return home whenever it is safe and, in the child's best interest to do so.The RoleThe post holder will:Be a Family Safeguarding Domestic Abuse Worker co-located in one of the Family Safeguarding and Support Teams or the Building Your Futures Team. Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team of children’s Social Workers and other adult workers (including Mental Health and Recovery Workers) to safeguard parents/carers and their children. Be responsible for assessing, planning, and delivering interventions to parents/carers whose children are open to Children's Social Care and have used or experienced unhealthy or abusive behaviours in their relationships.This will include working holistically, responding to a range of adult needs affecting parenting capacity. Be flexible and responsive to deploy specialist domestic abuse behaviour change interventions. Be responsible for day-to-day service delivery, ensuring that people who experience domestic abuse (including those who use unhealthy/abusive behaviours) are provided with timely assessments and receive appropriate support to meet their needs as part of a multi-disciplinary plan.Co-create a schedule of working, including providing guidance to other professionals and working within a Team Around the Worker model, incorporating a strengths-based model of positive 'risk management'. Undertake specialist needs and risk assessments.Provide a responsive and effective service to individuals who may be in crisis or in need of safety planning. Work alongside colleagues and partners within the multi-disciplinary team and external organisations to develop and deliver interventions that aim to support children and young people to remain living at home, or to return home, when safe to do so. This includes contributing to the assessment, analysis and review of the impact of needs and harm for children as well as their parents / carers.Ensure a consistent and timely response to safeguarding in line with legislation, local and nationalprocedures, maintaining a focus on both child and adult safeguarding.Deliver interventions using a restorative and strengths-based approach, including using Motivational Interviewing.Hybrid working attendance requirements - This role is office basedThe ideal candidateWill have/beHold an IDVA, or relevant vocational qualification, and / or be experienced in working with domestic abuse and willing to undertake relevant training as necessary and appropriate. Experience, knowledge and understanding of adults and children's safeguarding procedures. Have the ability to build and maintain empowering strengths-based relationships with adults. Knowledge and experience of working with diverse communities; be adaptable, flexible, and inclusive to meet a range of parental needs, considering and addressing inequalities and social exclusion.Demonstrate your knowledge and experience working directly with families across the life span, including impact of adult needs on child development. Have a respectful and inclusive approach to families, carers, colleagues, and other professionals.An up-to-date knowledge of research, relevant legislation, ethical issues, strategic frameworks, and current guidelines regarding the range of presenting needs relevant to domestic abuse. Have a good knowledge of Data Protection, information sharing and an understanding of confidentiality. Skills in the use of complex methods of assessment of need.Have skills in applying theory to practice and the ability to use a range of models in formulating and delivering support plans. Have confidence in delivering group work and/or teaching and developing practice.Able to communicate effectively within a multi-professional team as well as the ability to work autonomously. Be able to work within a busy environment, manage stress and respond to competing demands.Able to apply practice governance, as appropriate, when supporting families through highly emotive and challenging circumstances.Have an understanding of Motivational Interviewing and Restorative Practice and be willing to undertake further training and development. Please ensure that you read the full job profile attached for the details and expectations of this role, paying particular attention the section 'Who is the person' as you will need to refer to this when completing your Personal statement on your application.Application processWe anonymise applications during application &amp; shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.As part of your application, we ask that you complete a personal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/" target="_blank">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>.We are committed to offering an interview to all those candidates that qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria, however for roles that receive a large number of applications, this is not always possible, and we will select the candidates that best meet the minimum criteriaYou will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it. About Portsmouth City CouncilWhat we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a> Portsmouth City Council iscommittedto safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers tosharethiscommitment.DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. Should you require anysupportin completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800

Family Safeguarding Domestic Abuse Worker

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<h2>Job introduction</h2><a>Do you have a background of working with children with learning disabilities? Are you someone who enjoys working in a rewarding, supportive, and a challenging environment? Can you work with a diverse range of stakeholders in an inclusive and accessible way?</a>We have an exciting opportunity within our Families, Children and Learning Directorate where you will get to make a real difference in the lives of children with learning difficulties. Every team member plays a vital part in helping our young people to thrive, and as a highly successful team we support each other to deliver our service with fairness and inclusivity. We are committed to delivering an outstanding service and to making Health and Disability Services accessible to everyone.&nbsp;If you would like to discuss this role, please email Sarah Willbridge-Raisbeck&nbsp; -&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Sarah.Raisbeck@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">Sarah.Raisbeck@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a> <a href="mailto:karen.rusbridge@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank"></a> to arrange a conversation.<h2>About the role</h2>At Drove Road, we provide a mixture of short breaks and full-time placements for young people with learning disabilities and behaviours that challenge between the ages of 8 and 18.&nbsp;Many of our young people have Autism with associated complex needs. Our dedicated team of staff works hard to create a positive, safe, stimulating, and homely environment in which each young person’s specific needs are met and they are supported to develop and learn new skills while having fun. Particular emphasis is given to those skills that promote independence. As a Home Care Support Worker, you will:<ul>
<li>Support our young people from diverse backgrounds with intimate personal care when required.</li>
<li>Use a range of inclusive and accessible communication tools to help our young people express themselves.</li>
<li>Undertake a range of domestic tasks including cleaning, shopping, providing freshly prepared meals.</li>
<li>Support your colleagues and yourself to stay safe during times of challenging behaviour.</li>
</ul>You will be someone with:<ul>
<li>the experience of looking after children with learning disabilities.</li>
<li>Inclusive and accessible communication skills for interaction with service users, families, social workers, and medical professionals.</li>
<li>The ability to apply restrictive interventions to support young people in line with their behaviour support plans.</li>
<li>a clear Enhanced DBS Certificate</li>
</ul><a>Benefits:</a><ul>
<li>Funding and support within two years for a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent qualification).</li>
<li>Support with in-house training to improve skills and knowledge.</li>
<li>An opportunity to increase your skill and experience for future roles within social care, education and childcare.</li>
<li>Enhancements over weekends, evenings, and bank holidays.</li>
<li>Extra shifts are available.</li>
</ul>You will need to be able to work a 4-week rolling rota as follows:<ul>
<li><a>Early shifts: 7.00am to 2.30pm (until 11.00am in term time)</a></li>
<li>Late shifts: 2.00pm to 9.30pm or 10.00pm</li>
<li>Work two weekends per month.</li>
<li>Sleep-in duty once per month.</li>
</ul>For more information about the organisation and the specific tasks required, please download the job description / person specification.Please read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/how-apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.As part of your application, you will need to complete your education and work history and provide answers to some shortlisting questions. Your answers to the shortlisting questions are the most important part of your application as they will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/application-form-guidance" target="_blank">Application form guidance</a>) and <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/shortlisting-questions-guidance" target="_blank">Shortlisting questions guidance</a> as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.<h2>Additional information</h2>Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.<h2>Company information</h2>Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) Check.We welcome applications from all sections of the community but particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans as these groups are currently under-represented in our Directorate workforce.As part of Brighton &amp; Hove City Council's ongoing commitment to redeployment, please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any stage of the recruitment process, without prior notice if a suitable redeployee (internal employee at risk of redundancy) is identified.

Brighton & Hove City Council

Home Care Support Worker Learning Disability (Children and Young People)

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<h1>Summary</h1>What's it all aboutAs a Data Compliance Officer, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Data Protection Manager in achieving compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and associated data protection legislation. You'll act as a key adviser to the wider business, supporting operational teams with the implementation and maintenance of data protection best practices.How you'll make a differenceBy ensuring that NHG's data handling practices comply with legal and policy obligations, you'll protect customers' personal data and help us build trust. Your work will reduce data risks, improve our response to subject rights requests and breaches, and support NHG in meeting its legal obligationsHow you'll do it<ul>
<li>Investigate and respond to security incidents, data breaches and data protection-related complaints</li>
<li>Manage and respond to subject access and other data rights requests within statutory timeframes.</li>
<li>Act as first point of contact for business queries on all data protection issues, including DPIAs, data sharing agreements, and action plans.</li>
<li>Develop and update internal data protection guidance for staff and deliver training across the organisation.</li>
<li>Maintain key compliance logs, including breach and subject access request registers.</li>
<li>Collate and analyse data protection performance metrics to contribute to senior reports.</li>
<li>Support Information Asset Owners in delivering their data protection responsibilities.</li>
<li>Undertake audits and risk assessments, sharing lessons and best practice across the business.</li>
<li>Provide support to the Data Protection Manager on data protection projects.</li>
<li>Work with business areas to develop and improve record keeping systems aligned with GDPR and internal policies.</li>
<li>Ensure that you follow and keep up to date with all relevant NHG and statutory policies and related procedures including health and safety and financial regulations.</li>
<li>Ensure that you follow and keep up to date with all relevant Notting Hill Genesis and statutory policies and related procedures including health and safety and financial regulations. </li>
<li>Hybrid arrangements - at least three days a week in an office. On other days, working from home may be possible, depending on the work and the interaction required.</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>Experience in a data protection function.</li>
<li>Proven experience investigating and resolving data protection breaches and complaints.</li>
<li>Experience of handling data subject access requests.</li>
<li>Working knowledge of UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.</li>
<li>Experience of developing and delivering training on data protection issues.</li>
<li>Skilled in drafting DPIAs and data sharing agreements.</li>
<li>Excellent organisational and planning skills.</li>
<li>Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.</li>
<li>Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat.</li>
<li>Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.</li>
<li>Experience producing reports and metrics for internal stakeholders.</li>
</ul>Desirable:<ul>
<li>Experience working in a large, customer-facing organisation.</li>
<li>Experience of housing associations or public sector environments.</li>
<li>Experience of delivering or supporting data protection projects.</li>
<li>Experience of audit or compliance monitoring.</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> Selection ProcessStep 1: If you are interested, please send your application now! Closing date is  18 August 2025Step 2: Successful candidates will be asked to do an assessment  and an interviewPlease 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. 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.

Notting Hill Genesis

Data Compliance Officer

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Salary: NJC 8 - 11, £29,763 - £31,074 (actual), £26,140 - £27,292 (pro rata salary) + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefitsHours: 37 hours, 40 weeksContract: Full Time, permanent Start date: September 2025Are you passionate about education and looking for a fulfilling career?The Administrative Assistant plays a vital role within the administrative team, providing high-quality, efficient support to ensure the smooth and effective running of the school. This role serves as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, supports day-to-day operations, and contributes to a professional and welcoming school environment.Looking to make a difference every day?Join our team and play a vital role in ensuring our students receive the education they deserve. You'll provide invaluable support to delivering an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day.You're someone who has:<ul>
<li>School based experience in a similar role </li>
<li>Excellent administrative skills</li>
<li>Good numerical and literacy skills</li>
<li>The ability to be adaptable, flexible, caring, and enthusiastic with a smile for all situations to join our lively and friendly team</li>
<li>This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of young people</li>
</ul>About Kingsley AcademyKingsley Academy, a 'Good' 11-18 Secondary School that has made significant progress. Kingsley Academy has grown significantly in numbers over the last three years and we are now full in every year group with a waiting list across all years demonstrating the successes the school has seen and the positive culture the school promotes. Kingsley Academy is inclusive, supportive and truly serves the local community, offering to give every student the opportunity to achieve academic excellence.Who is Lift Schools?We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.We offer you:<ul>
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Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.</li>
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Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.</li>
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Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.</li>
</ul>Ready to apply? Get in touch here. We can't wait to hear from you. The role is due to commence September 2025. This is a full time, permanent position.Closing date: 28 August 2025We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Admin Assistant

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<h2>Good Growth</h2>
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.
<h2>About the role</h2>
We’re looking for an experienced and creative communications professional to lead and coordinate stakeholder engagement, marketing and communications for the Greater London Authority’s Planning &amp; Regeneration Unit.
This is a strategic and delivery-focused role at the heart of shaping how we communicate the Mayor’s vision for planning and regeneration. You’ll be responsible for developing and implementing targeted engagement strategies, raising awareness of planning initiatives and extending the reach of our work to diverse audiences across London.
The successful candidate will work closely with colleagues across the GLA and externally to coordinate impactful communications, ensure consistency with our brand, and support the delivery of Mayoral priorities.
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 What your day will look like</h2>
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<li>Lead the design and delivery of integrated stakeholder engagement and communications strategies.</li>
<li>Coordinate marketing activities across Planning &amp; Regeneration projects in line with the GLA’s brand and digital guidelines.</li>
<li>Manage relationships with key stakeholders, including boroughs, delivery partners, and community groups.</li>
<li>Oversee the use of digital channels and tools to promote planning programmes and consultations.</li>
<li>Monitor and evaluate the impact of engagement and communications activity, ensuring continuous improvement.</li>
<li>Support project planning, delivery and reporting across the team’s portfolio.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Skills, knowledge and experience</h2>
To be considered for the role you must meet the following essential criteria:
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<li>Proven experience in strategic communications, marketing or stakeholder engagement, particularly in a public sector or policy environment.</li>
<li>Strong project management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple priorities and deliver to time and budget.</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience managing digital and social media.</li>
<li>Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders and adapt approaches to meet diverse needs.</li>
<li>A clear understanding of the role of planning and regeneration in shaping a fairer, more inclusive London.</li>
</ul>

<h2>Behavioural Competencies</h2>

Problem Solving
… is analysing and interpreting situations from a variety of viewpoints and finding creative, workable and timely solutions.
Level 2 Indicators of Effective Performance
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<li>Processes and distils a variety of information to understand a problem fully</li>
<li>Proposes options for solutions to presented problems</li>
<li>Builds on the ideas of others to encourage creative problem solving</li>
<li>Thinks laterally about own work, considering different ways to approach problems</li>
<li>Seeks the opinions and experiences of others to understand different approaches to problem solving</li>
</ul>
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 2 Indicators of Effective Performance
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<li>Proactively seeks new information sources to progress research agendas and address gaps in knowledge</li>
<li>Grasps limitations of or assumptions behind data sources, disregarding those that lack quality</li>
<li>Analyses and integrates qualitative and quantitative data to find new insights</li>
<li>Translates research outcomes into concise, meaningful reports</li>
<li>Identifies relevant and practical research questions for the future</li>
</ul>
Planning and Organising
… 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 3 Indicators of Effective Performance
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<li>Monitors allocation of resources, anticipating changing requirements that may impact work delivery</li>
<li>Ensures evaluation processes are in place to measure project benefits</li>
<li>Gains buy-in and commitment to project delivery from diverse stakeholders</li>
<li>Implements quality measure to ensure directorate output is of a high standard</li>
<li>Translates political vision into action plans and deliverables</li>
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Communicating and Influencing
… is presenting information and arguments clearly and convincingly so that others see us as credible and articulate, and engage with us.
 Level 3 Indicators of Effective Performance
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<li>Encourages and supports teams in engaging in transparent and inclusive communication</li>
<li>Influences others and gains buy-in using compelling, well though through arguments</li>
<li>Negotiates effectively to deliver GLA priorities</li>
<li>Synthesises the complex viewpoints of others, recognises where compromise is necessary and brokers agreement</li>
<li>Advocates positively for the GLA both within and outside the organisation</li>
</ul>
Building and Managing Relationships
… is developing rapport and working effectively with a diverse range of people, sharing knowledge and skills to deliver shared goals.
 Level 2 Indicators of Effective Performance
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<li>Identifies opportunities for joint working to minimise duplication and deliver shared goals</li>
<li>Develops new professional relationships</li>
<li>Understands the needs of others, the constraints they face and the levers to their engagement</li>
<li>Understands differences, anticipates areas of conflict and takes action</li>
<li>Fosters a Regeneration &amp; Economic Development where others feel respected</li>
</ul>
Organisational Awareness
… is understanding and being sensitive to organisational dynamics, culture and politics across and beyond the GLA and shaping our approach accordingly.
Level 2 Indicators of Effective Performance
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<li>Challenges unethical behaviour</li>
<li>Uses understanding of the GLA’s complex partnership arrangements to deliver effectively</li>
<li>Recognises how political changes and sensitivities impact on own and team’s work</li>
<li>Is aware of the changing needs of Londoners, anticipating resulting changes for work agendas</li>
<li>Follows the GLA’s position in the media and understands how it impacts on work</li>
</ul>
Stakeholder Focus
….is consulting with, listening to and understanding the needs of those our work impacts and using this knowledge to shape what we do and manage others’ expectations.
Level 3 Indicators of Effective Performance
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<li>Seeks to understand requirements, gathering extra information when needs are not clear</li>
<li>Presents the GLA positively by interacting effectively with stakeholders</li>
<li>Delivers a timely and accurate service</li>
<li>Understands the differing needs of stakeholders and adapt own service accordingly</li>
<li>Seeks and uses feedback from a variety of sources to improve the GLA’s service to Londoners</li>
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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>
This role is based at London Fire Brigade’s Head Office (Union Street SE1 0LL).
<h2>How to apply</h2>
If you would like to apply for the role you will need to submit the following:
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<li>Up to date CV</li>
<li>Personal statement with a maximum of 1500 words. Please ensure you address how you demonstrate the essential criteria outlined above in the advert.</li>
</ul>
 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;
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 If you have questions about the role</h2>
If you wish to talk to someone about the role, the hiring manager Joe Wilkinson would be happy to speak to you. Please contact them at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:joe.wilkinson@london.gov.uk" target="_blank">joe.wilkinson@london.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;
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.
<h2>Assessment process</h2>
Once you have submitted an application, your details will be reviewed by a panel.
If shortlisted, you’ll be invited to an interview/assessment.
The interview/assessment date is: To be confirmed.
<h2>Equality, diversity and inclusion</h2>
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. 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.
<h2>
 Benefits</h2>
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.
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 Additional Information</h2>
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;
 Secondment Opportunity
If you are a GLA employee applying for an internal fixed-term position, as an internal secondment opportunity, you must ensure you satisfy the following secondment policy criteria listed below before applying&nbsp;
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<li>On a permanent contract or a fixed term contract where the time left on the contract at the point at which you apply for secondment is longer than the secondment period;</li>
<li>successfully completed your probation period and are performing to the required standard for your current role; and</li>
<li>at least 18 months service with the GLA&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
If you do meet the criteria listed above, you will need to complete the&nbsp;<a href="http://intranet.london.gov.uk/node/16973" target="_blank">Approval for secondment application</a>&nbsp;form and gain line manager approval, before emailing the fully completed form to the Resourcing Assistant who is managing the vacancy.&nbsp;This form must be received by the closing date of the vacancy.&nbsp;Failure to provide this form will mean your application cannot be progressed.
If you are unable to satisfy all of the criteria, unfortunately, you are not eligible to apply for this vacancy as an internal secondment. &nbsp;For further information, please see&nbsp;<a href="http://intranet.london.gov.uk/node/17077" target="_blank">Secondment Policy and Procedure</a>.

IMPORTANT: If you are a current GLA employee on a fixed-term contract, which is due to end BEFORE the end date of this vacancy, you DO NOT NEED to complete the&nbsp;<a href="http://intranet.london.gov.uk/node/16973" target="_blank">Approval for secondment application</a>&nbsp;form as it is not a secondment.
If you are successful in securing this secondment opportunity, you will need to be released from your existing role, so please ensure that you make your line manager aware of your application.
<h2>More Support</h2>
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>.

Senior Communications and Engagement Officer

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/0824/Holy_Cross_Catholic_Primary_School_Notes_to_Applicants_30-07-25.pdf" target="_blank">Holy_Cross_Catholic_Primary_School_Notes_to_Applicants_30-07-25</a></li>
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Leadership L14 – L20
Full Time Permanent
Required from 01 January 2026
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
Due to the early retirement of our Headteacher, the Governing Body of this popular and successful Catholic school are looking to appoint an experienced, ambitious and exceptional leader who is a practising Catholic who is capable of inspiring, motivating and supporting pupils and staff to achieve their full potential.
Holy Cross is a haven of calm where children are cared for and nurtured in an environment rooted deeply in Catholic values. We are a warm, welcoming and inclusive school and we strive to meet all the needs of our children and community. We are proud of our school and the opportunities we offer.
Despite our school being situated in an area of high deprivation our children make excellent progress, due to our excellent teaching and highly focused support. As a result, we are proud that our school is now amongst the highest performing primary schools in Wirral.&nbsp; Relationships are strong across the school community and the children¿s behaviour is exemplary.
The successful applicant will be someone who:
has a genuine enthusiasm and hunger to drive forward and enrich our school, displaying a deep commitment to the Catholic ethos
a love of children, staff and all that happens at Holy Cross, helping us to truly demonstrate our Mission
is a role model with a clear vision for our school, able to inspire and motivate others through their commitment and dedication
is an aspirational leader ensuring high quality teaching and learning with the ability to build upon the existing rich curriculum and who has high expectations of children¿s attainment, achievement and behaviour, supporting every child to develop and reach their own unique, individual potential
has a proven track record of success in Primary education.
In return we offer:
a friendly welcoming community with a strong Catholic ethos
happy children who enjoy coming to school
an excellent and committed Governing Body and staff team who are dedicated to improving the lives of our pupils
a school where we daily strive to live our Mission statement: Loving and Learning Together in Faith
a commitment to your wellbeing and professional development.
Holy Cross is a successful Catholic Primary school set in North Birkenhead, Wirral.
This is a fantastic opportunity for the right person to work with our team to lead the school into the next phase of its development and make a significant contribution to the future success of the school.
The school is rated Good by both Ofsted and The Catholic Schools Inspectorate. We are looking for a Headteacher with a high level of ambition who can continue the development of the school. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Holy Cross Catholic Primary School is committed to equality of opportunity. Offer of a position is subject to receiving satisfactory references and enhanced DBS clearance.
We would love you to come and visit our school prior to making your application so that you can find out more about our life and work. Please contact Mrs Sue Dyer, our Business Manager, on 0151 652 8454 or email <a href="mailto:dyers@holycross.wirral.sch.uk" target="_blank">dyers@holycross.wirral.sch.uk</a>&nbsp; We have arranged two dates for visits when governors will be happy to show you around and answer any questions you may have.&nbsp; The dates are:
Thursday 4th September at 1.30pm and
Tuesday 9th September at 4.30pm.
Application forms and details regarding the post are available from Holy Cross website at <a href="https://holycross.wirral.sch.uk/job-vacancies/" target="_blank">https://holycross.wirral.sch.uk/job-vacancies/</a>
Completed application forms should be returned to Ms Julie English <a href="mailto:Julie.english@dioceseofshrewsbury.org" target="_blank">Julie.english@dioceseofshrewsbury.org</a>
The closing date for applications is Friday 12th September at 9am.
Shortlisting is on Tuesday 16th September.
Interviews will take place on Thursday 25th September and/or Friday 26th September

Headteacher

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Directorate of Resources – Digital, Technology and Change Service
The Operations Team are responsible for the delivery of all end-user computer services for 2200 staff members, this includes the day-to-day running of the ICT service, support of our core line of business applications and adoption of our digital technologies used within the Council. We manage a number of suppliers who provide ICT services under a Service Integration and Management (SIAM) model. The service is the link between the end user and the ICT services.
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.
We are open to flexible working patterns and can provide a hybrid working environment which utilises the best of both worlds with a mix of office working in central Reading and homeworking according to the needs of the Service.
About the role
The Service Delivery Manager’s purpose is to ensure collaboration across each of the Towers, all contracts and services are performant and integrated effectively, establishing and maintaining communications channels with Suppliers of Towers, Business Partners, Service Desk and all other stakeholders. This role is also the first escalation point to the Head of Operations. Up to this point, work has been focussed on the transition to the new suppliers, stabilisation of the service and implementing new technologies such as SharePoint, we now want to help the organisation transform by making the best use of the new systems whilst providing continuous service improvement to the existing services.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
About you
We are looking for someone committed to ensuring excellent service delivery, with the diplomacy and analytical skills to investigate why an issue occurred, take the learning from this and improve processes. You should be confident in championing our core digital technology and be able to support the organisation in adopting it. This will be a key part of the role over the next six months. You should have demonstrable experience working with a Service Management tool, ideally in a Digital Technology environment. This role is the first escalation point for service issues, and this involves regular communication with service users and our suppliers; you represent the service user's voice.
Some items on the roadmap that you will be helping to deliver are digital adoption, further improvements to ServiceNow; including customer-facing forms and processes, driving down aged incidents and requests to help meet our Zero (aged) Incident Target, and a Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) exercise with stakeholders and suppliers to ensure we are the achieving a best practice level of service.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for Reading Drive Efficiency - create an environment in which resources are used efficiently and employees’ skills are developed and used effectively Be Ambitious - aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential  Make a Difference to Reading - inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity 
Our offer We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment. A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including: • Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service and 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave • A wide range of flexible working opportunities • Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading • Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) • Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS) • On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted • Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work • Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact <a href="mailto:Tracey.Sloan@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">Tracey.Sloan@reading.gov.uk</a> Closing Date: Sunday 10th August Interview Date: Friday 15th August 2025 Interview Process: To be confirmed Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Reading Borough Council

Service Delivery Manager

Street Cleansing Operatives37 hours per weekWorking Monday to Thursday 6:30am – 2.30pm and Fridays 6:30am – 2.00pm Salary: NS5 £25,989 - £26,403 per annumTwo posts one permanent and one FTC for 12 monthsWe are now recruiting for two Street Cleansing Operatives who will be committed to making the district a cleaner, safer and greener place to live, work and visit. We’re looking for an enthusiastic individuals to support the Street Scene team in their work keeping the Newark and Sherwood district clean and litter free all through the week and at some of the busiest times of day. Working as a Street Cleansing Operative, you will provide a high-quality and high performing street cleansing service.You will possess a full driving licence.Job role incudes,<ul><li>Cleansing of street furniture</li><li>Public bin and dog waste collections</li><li>Graffiti removal</li><li>Fly tip removal</li><li>Watering</li><li>Litter picking</li><li>Various safety checks</li><li>Installing Street furniture</li><li>Gritting</li><li>Flood response</li><li>Chewing Gum removal</li><li>Driving varied vehicles</li></ul>Occasional weekend working will be required to cover busy times and events across the district.We’re an ambitious, forward-thinking Council with strong values and a culture of doing our absolute best to serve our customers. We are proud of our organisational culture and receive positive feedback from our employees. We have a programme of internal activity to ensure that the voices of our employees are always heard and that they are kept informed on all Council activity and events. From roadshows to an annual award ceremony, from reviewing working arrangements to our Hug in a Mug initiative, it is incredibly important our employees are shown how valued they are and that they remain the beating heart of our workplace.We offer:<ul><li>Enrolment in the career average local government pension scheme.</li><li>A generous annual leave entitlement that increases with service.</li><li>Family-friendly benefits.</li><li>One days’ paid volunteering leave.</li><li>Lifestyle benefits platform.</li><li>Funded health cash plan.</li><li>£10 a month gym membership at one of our four gyms in the district.</li></ul>You will be working with a professional, committed and experienced team who are passionate about supporting us to deliver the objectives as outlined in our Community Plan.For an informal chat or more information, please contact Street Scene Manager, Ashley Kitchen on <a href="mailto:Ashley.kitchen@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk" target="_blank">Ashley.kitchen@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk</a> .As an employer we will promote an inclusive working environment to maintain and develop a forward thinking and diverse workforce.Veterans/family of forces/ex-forces, those in care/care leavers, and candidates who declare disabilities (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) will be guaranteed interviews provided they have demonstrated that they meet the essential criteria of the post as detailed in the Person Specifications on their application forms. Closing Date: Tuesday 12 August 2025Interview: week commencing 18 August 2025<ul></ul>

Newark & Sherwood District Council

Street Cleansing Operative

Grounds Maintenance OperativesSalary NS5 £25,989 - £26,403, per annumAn average of 37 hours per week worked as annualised hours, permanentApril 1 – October 31- 5 days, 7.30am – 4.15pm1 November – 31 March – 4 days – 7.30am – 3.45pmTwo roles – one is subject to an Enhanced DBS check due to playground inspection dutiesWe are now recruiting for two Grounds Maintenance Operatives to make a real difference to the environment in which Newark and Sherwood residents live, maintaining open green spaces.We are now looking to recruit enthusiastic, hard-working people to join our Street Scene Team as Grounds Maintenance Operatives. In this role, you will be working with an experienced team who really care about the role they play in making Newark and Sherwood Cleaner, Safer and Greener.You must be prepared to work in all weather conditions, to accept varied duties, to be flexible in your approach to work and have the ability to adapt to changes to your workload.You will join a team dedicated to maintaining the District Council’s open spaces, including parks, play areas, playing fields and amenity areas, to a high standard. You will have grounds maintenance skills and powered tool and plant operation experience for example: strimming, ride on mowers and pedestrian mowers.Candidates must also possess a full manual driving licence as the roles will drive Council vehicles across the district.This is a full-time role working an average of 37 hours per week over the year. Your actual hours will, however, vary depending on the time of year. You may be required to work some weekends as directed by the supervisor/line manager when there is a business need. For example (but not limited to), if there is an event in the district or to cover unplanned absence.Job Role includes,<ul><li>Grass cutting</li><li>Hedge and shrub cutting</li><li>Ornamental bedding</li><li>Some knowledge of horticulture</li><li>Tree care/ and planting</li><li>Sports pitch maintenance</li><li>Play park works</li><li>Spraying</li><li>Driving around the district</li></ul>We’re an ambitious, forward-thinking Council with strong values and a culture of doing our absolute best to serve our customers. We are proud of our organisational culture and receive positive feedback from our employees. We have a programme of internal activity to ensure that the voices of our employees are always heard and that they are kept informed on all Council activity and events. From roadshows to an annual award ceremony, from reviewing working arrangements to our Hug in a Mug initiative, it is incredibly important our employees are shown how valued they are and that they remain the beating heart of our workplace.We offer:<ul><li>Enrolment in the career average local government pension scheme.</li><li>A generous annual leave entitlement that increases with service.</li><li>Family-friendly benefits.</li><li>One days’ paid volunteering leave.</li><li>Lifestyle benefits platform.</li><li>Funded health cash plan.</li><li>£10 a month gym membership at one of our four gyms in the district.</li></ul>You will be working with a professional, committed and experienced team who are passionate about supporting us to deliver the objectives as outlined in our Community PlanFor an informal chat or more information, please contact Street Scene Manager, Ashley Kitchen on <a href="mailto:Ashley.kitchen@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk" target="_blank">Ashley.kitchen@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk</a>.As an employer we will promote an inclusive working environment to maintain and develop a forward thinking and diverse workforce.Veterans/family of forces/ex-forces, those in care/care leavers, and candidates who declare disabilities (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) will be guaranteed interviews provided they have demonstrated that they meet the essential criteria of the post as detailed in the Person Specifications on their application forms. Closing Date: Tuesday 12 August 2025Interview: week commencing 18 August 2025





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Grounds Maintenance Operative

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic person to join our Trading Standards team. This post will build upon our established work, protecting consumers and legitimate businesses across Medway.You will have excellent communication skills and the ability to deal confidently with a range of stakeholders and situations You will have a track record of successful investigations with the ability to prioritise your workload, assess complex situations and meet both corporate and statutory deadlines. The successful applicant will take the lead role for a discreet area of Trading Standards law and will be required to represent the authority at a regional and national level.You will be equally comfortable working alone and as part of a team of officers to achieve the goals of the service.To be considered for this position you must hold a professional qualification in Trading Standards (DTS, DCA, DCATS or similar) and have recent experience in the role.Medway Council has a career grade for Trading Standards Officers and your starting salary will be dependant on qualifications, experience and competences.This position allows for the successful candidate to work from home for part of the week, subject to operational needs, with the main office base being Deangate Ridge, Hoo. You must hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle, that is insured for business use, for which the appropriate allowance will be paid.Please ensure that your application includes details on how you meet each element of the attached person specification. Failure to do so will likely result in your application not being shortlisted for interview.If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager please call David Cross, Trading Standards Manager on 01634 333175.Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C. When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached. The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview. Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A. Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. Trading Standards are seeking to appoint a Trading Standards Officer/Senior Trading Standards Officer. You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role. You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs. Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileFor further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Medway Council

This is Medway

Trading Standards Officer / Senior Trading Standards Officer 

Are you a dedicated and experienced social work professional with a passion for making a difference to children’s lives? Would you like the opportunity to contribute to shaping and developing the service? If this sounds like you, come and join our dynamic team and lead a team of committed social workers in providing high-quality support and care to the children and young people.As a Team Manager in CIC, you will provide effective leadership to a team of social workers, ensuring a supportive and collaborative working environment, encouraging high standards in others and assisting and inspiring your team towards achieving their goals. Supported by your assistant team manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the team, supervising and supporting social workers in the management of cases, stepping in where needed to achieve positive outcomes for our children and their families and ensuring the welfare of our children and young people is prioritised.Children matter in Medway, and so do you. It’s an exciting time to join us as we offer competitive pay and conditions and hybrid working. We are committed to helping you to grow and develop throughout your career and reach your full potential. Our practice development offer along with management capacity across our teams, ensures you will be guided, supported and cared for.Whether you are ready for the next step in your career or you are an existing team manager we’d like to hear from you. You will be joining an experienced and dedicated social work team who have relationship and strengths-based work with children and families at the core of their practice.Join us and #Make a Difference…Our OfferWe are proud to offer a range of benefits including –<ul><li>A market allowance of £7,000 per annum (payable in 12 equal instalments)</li><li>A retention payment of £3,000 per annum (payable in April, following 1 years service in Medway)</li><li>A generous annual leave entitlement up to 30 days plus bank holidays</li><li>An excellent local government pension scheme</li><li>An essential car user allowance with option to apply for a lease car after six months.</li><li>Free car parking</li><li>Hybrid working style</li><li>Relocation package of up to £8,000</li><li>A range of staff benefits and discounts including access to fantastic discounts and savings on shops and services, travel discounts, health and wellbeing support, and an employee assistance service.</li><li>Access to <a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200255/childrens_social_worker_jobs/759/professional_development" target="_blank">professional development and support</a> including Community Care Inform.</li></ul>About You<ul><li>You will hold a recognised Social Work qualification eg. Degree in Social Work, PGC in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW or equivalent and be registered with Social Work England.</li><li>You will have successfully completed your ASYE </li><li>You will have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li></ul>For further information on the qualifications, skills and experience required, please refer to the Job Profile and Person Specification.For an informal discussion, please don't hesitate to contact Laura Saunders via the details below. Alternatively, please email the recruitment team on <a href="mailto:cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk</a>. Laura Saunders, Service Manager (CIC) - 01634 337328 Our organisation:Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.Important Information-Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileEqual Opportunities Commitment StatementMedway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Team Manager - Children in Care 

We are currently recruiting for a Social Worker within our integrated discharge team to contribute to the delivery of highly effective children and adult services (within Adult Social Care) in an efficient manner. The service is delivered using a strength based, personalised approach.We work across both the acute and non-acute sites across Medway and out of area hospitals. We have been at the forefront of changes in the hospitals discharge to assess model. This has meant that our teamwork with people in an acute setting as well as those in community settings after a period of the time in hospital. This can either be in a health bed, social care step down bed or in the persons’ own home. This role also includes a role in the emergency department of the acute hospital by working with our health colleagues.To work closely with colleagues within the Council and partners ensuring that person centred outcomes are met in ways which utilises available resources as effectively as possible.To work within organisational policy and legislative requirements including The Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and Mental health Act.Medway is a vibrant and exciting place to work, and an opportunity has arisen to join the hospital discharge to assess social work team.We are a supportive team working in a busy environment whilst maintaining our professional standards and we are committed to ongoing professional standards.The successful candidates will be required to work across all settings in line with the changing demands of the system to enable the discharge to assess model to be implemented to ensure timely and safe discharges.All staff working in the department have a responsibility for promoting and supporting the Council's policies and procedures for safeguarding. You should ensure that you carry out your duties and work at all times in a way that ensures the safeguarding and welfare of service users.In return we will offer you: <ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li></ul>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role. You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.Our organisation:Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.Important Information-Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileEqual Opportunities Commitment StatementMedway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.





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Social Worker - Hospital Integrated & Community Discharge Team

We are currently recruiting Experienced Social Workers to join our Children in Care Team. We are proud to be ‘Good’ in Medway and are determined to build on the great work that has been done so far to improve the services for our children, young people and families.Recent promotions, following our investment in new Assistant Team Managers across the service, mean we are now looking for passionate social workers who can commit to making a difference to our children in Medway.Children matter in Medway, and so do you. It’s an exciting time to join us as we offer competitive pay and conditions and hybrid working. We are committed to helping you to grow and develop throughout your career and reach your full potential. Our practice development offer along with management capacity across our teams, ensures you will be guided, supported and cared for.Whether you have recently completed your ASYE or have worked in children’s social work for some years we would love you to join us on our ongoing journey. You will be joining an experienced and dedicated social work team who have relationship and strengths-based work with children and families at the core of their practice.Experienced Social Workers (with 2+ years post qualifying experience) will be offered a package of up to £51,329 per annum (inclusive of market premia + £3,000 per annum retention payment).Social Workers with less than 2 years’ service will be offered a package of up to £46,956 per annum (inclusive of market premia + £2,000 per annum retention payment).Join us and #Make a Difference…<h4>Our Offer</h4>We are proud to offer a range of benefits including –<ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement up to 30 days plus bank holidays</li><li>An excellent local government pension scheme</li><li>An essential car user allowance with option to apply for a lease car after six months.</li><li>Free car parking</li><li>Hybrid working - enabling you to work from home/office (minimum of 2 days per week will be required in the office). Assessment Teams are office based for duty weeks.</li><li>Relocation package of up to £8,000</li><li>A range of staff benefits and discounts including access to fantastic discounts and savings on shops and services, travel discounts, health and wellbeing support, and an employee assistance service.</li><li>Access to <a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200255/childrens_social_worker_jobs/759/professional_development" target="_blank">professional development and support</a> including Community Care Inform.</li><li>Hybrid working style </li></ul><h4>About You</h4><ul><li>You will hold a recognised Social Work qualification eg. Degree in Social Work, PGC in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW or equivalent and be registered with Social Work England.</li><li>You will have successfully completed your ASYE </li><li>You will have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li></ul>For further information on the qualifications, skills and experience required, please refer to the Job Profile and Person Specification.<h4>Additional Information</h4>For an informal discussion, please don't hesitate to contact one of the recruiting managers below. Alternatively, please email the recruitment team on <a href="mailto:cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk</a>. Laura Saunders, Service Manager (Children in Care) on 01634 337328.<h4>Our organisation</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<h4>Important Information</h4> Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Experienced Social Worker - Children in Care Team

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £25,183 - £25,992 a year pro rata Hours per week: 37 Contract type:&nbsp;Secondment until 31/12/2025This position is available as a secondment opportunity until 31/12/2025. If you are a permanent LBC employee, you must have written approval (an email will suffice) from your manager prior to applying and a copy will need to be submitted with your application. Please note: we will not be able to proceed with your application form without your manager’s permission.You’ll be working as part of a busy, supportive team where every day is different. Your role will involve a wide range of office tasks, from preparing clear, accurate reports and spreadsheets to typing up documents and keeping our records up to date. You’ll handle phone calls and queries from colleagues and the public with confidence and care, always making sure that information is shared in line with council policy and the law.&nbsp;Sometimes you’ll be working on your own, using your initiative to get things done within agreed procedures, and sometimes you’ll be collaborating closely with others to meet tight deadlines and competing priorities. You’ll need to be comfortable lifting, carrying and retrieving files, including deeds from a basement storage area, to keep our filing systems in good order.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>You have experience working in an office environment and you know your way around Word and Excel, using them confidently to produce well-presented documents and reports. You’re an excellent communicator who can speak and write clearly and professionally, whether you’re dealing with colleagues or members of the public.&nbsp;You’re sensitive, tactful and understand the importance of following council policy and procedures. You work well under pressure, stay organised when priorities compete and have a methodical, accurate approach to every task you take on. You’re comfortable working independently and as part of a team, and you’re happy to use your initiative when needed.This is a public facing role so you’ll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1577463&amp;ptId=11607" target="_blank">download: L3 Administrative Assistant JD .pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1577464&amp;ptId=11607" target="_blank">download: Luton Values Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Luton Borough Council

Administrative Assistant

Are you a psychologist, family therapist, psychotherapist or mental health nurse that wants to make a meaningful impact in the lives of babies and their families?Can you bring your clinical skills to support early development and nurture strong parent-infant bonds?Are you excited by the idea of working in a creative, community-focused team?If yes, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!Southwark Council is seeking a dedicated Clinical Practitioner to join our Healthy Minds Thrive Team, an early intervention service focused on strengthening parent-infant relationships and promoting emotional wellbeing during a child’s early formative years.About the Role:Working within our supportive and friendly clinical services team, you’ll deliver assessments, therapeutic interventions and clinical consultations to families with children aged 0-2.Embedded across Family Hubs, Children and Family Centres and Early Help services, this role offers the chance to provide impactful mental health support where it’s needed most. Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Delivering specialist clinical assessments and evidence-based interventions for infants and families with mild to moderate needs.</li><li>Supporting parent-infant mental health through one to one and group-based work.</li><li>Providing consultation, and training to a wide range of professionals across Family Hubs, Early Help and Social Care.</li><li>Promoting safeguarding practices and working collaboratively with key partners, including the NHS.</li><li>Working flexibly across home visits, and community and Family Hub settings to ensure accessible support.</li></ul>You'll be part of an ambitious and forward-thinking team that places families at the centre of everything we do. This is a great opportunity to influence the future of early intervention in Southwark and ensure every child gets the best start in life.About You:We’re looking for a clinically skilled and compassionate practitioner who thrives in multi-agency environments and is motivated by strengths based, early intervention work with families.To succeed in this role, you will:<ul><li>Hold a recognised therapeutic qualification and be registered with a relevant body (e.g., UKCP, BACP, BABCP, NMC or HCPC).</li><li>Have direct experience providing evidence-based therapeutic support to adults and/or parent-infant dyads.</li><li>Demonstrate sound knowledge of early childhood development, attachment theory, systemic approaches, and family dynamics.</li><li>Be committed to trauma-informed, anti-discriminatory, and inclusive clinical practice.</li><li>Show confidence in working collaboratively with professionals from a range of backgrounds to support positive change.</li></ul>Additional Information:<ul><li>Salary: £48,618 - £55,710 per annum (Grade 11)</li><li>Location: multiple locations – primarily in Southwark Family Hubs.</li><li>Contract: 12-month Fixed Term or Secondment Opportunity</li><li>Working Hours: 36 hours per week</li><li>DBS Check: Enhanced DBS required</li></ul>This is a 12-month fixed-term or secondment opportunity, funded until March 2026.If funding is not extended, you will be supported to transition into another role within our Clinical Service, such as Safeguarding, Care and Permanence, or Youth Justice for the remainder of the 12-month fixed term.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 Julia Tropiano at <a href="mailto:Julia.Tropiano@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Julia.Tropiano@southwark.gov.uk</a>Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/</a>Recruitment Timeline:Advert close date: 11:59pm on Sunday 10th August 2025Shortlisting Date(s): Week commencing 12th August 2025Interview Date(s): Week commencing 18th 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.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 initiative</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.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 veteransAre currently in care, or have previously been in careIf you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health conditionAbout Southwark: We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises, and we have a young, diverse and growing population.At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.Ready to make a difference?Apply today and help shape a healthier, happier future for Southwark’s youngest children and their families!#LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2569189&amp;ptId=106459" target="_blank">Job Description &amp; Person Specification - Clinical Practitioner</a></li></ul>





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