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<h2>Job introduction</h2>
Do you relish the challenge of working at pace with senior leaders to deliver the Council Plan to build a better Brighton and Hove for all?&nbsp;
Do you want to make a difference to people’s lives and help communities to grow?&nbsp;
Do you have the resilience to work in a fast paced, often political environment, juggling priorities and managing up with confidence?
If so, we want to hear from you!
The Corporate Leadership Office is looking to expand our new, dynamic team.&nbsp;
We are excited to offer the opportunity for you to become one of the Corporate Leadership Assistants, working full or part time in our centrally located offices in Hove Town Hall.
For an informal discussion, please contact Sophia Harvey, Head of Corporate Leadership Office on 07826 951809.
Interview date: To be confirmed&nbsp;
<h2>About the role</h2>As one of our Corporate Leadership Assistants, you will carry out varied work and no two days are ever the same. We work with senior leaders, delivering administrative and business support across a range of services.&nbsp;Due to the nature of our politically focused workload which often involves multitasking, it can be challenging, but also very rewarding. &nbsp;We work with Directors, Corporate Directors and Cabinet Members to deliver a range of services. Examples of activities that you would be involved in:<ul>
<li>Provide a time management/diary service&nbsp;</li>
<li>Arranging and coordinating meetings with a diverse range of internal or external stakeholders</li>
<li>Organising appropriate, cost-effective travel itineraries</li>
<li>Maintain an effective ‘bring-forward’ system for the collation of papers&nbsp;</li>
<li>Develop and promote customer focused thinking to improve the customer experience, working across teams and coordinating cross-service responses</li>
</ul>All our posts involve a degree of one-to-one interaction with Directors, Corporate Directors and/or elected Member and so manage up. We are also looking for flexibility as we on occasion adjust our work schedule to fit meetings outside of office hours and at a range of location at short notice.We are also looking for the following skills:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>Strong organisational and time management skills to work effectively under pressure, meet deadlines and prioritise own workload within a clear framework.</li>
<li>Ability to use initiative and judgement to identify urgent matters or resolve more varied or complicated problems.</li>
<li>Ability to communicate straightforward information clearly and deal with challenging people and situations calmly and confidently whilst providing a courteous and efficient service, exercising sensitivity, diplomacy and tact.</li>
<li>Literacy, numeracy, research and analytical skills.</li>
<li>Ability to review current systems and processes and suggest new ways of working to improve efficiencies.</li>
<li>Ability to provide support to other members of staff e.g. induction and guidance to new starters.</li>
</ul>Extensive ongoing training and support is a key part of the Corporate Leadership Assistant role. Within the new structure, there are also opportunities to deputise for the Corporate Leadership Senior Assistants. You'll build links with staff from across the organisation becoming the ears and eyes of the organisation keeping the Corporate Leadership Office relevant and responsive to the culture change.We care about our staff, providing a continuous programme of management and peer led support. As, as a Council employee, you will have access to a wide range of welfare and wellbeing resources, including membership of self-managing staff forums and networks such as the Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) Workers Forum and the Disabled Workers and Carers Network. For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us</a>This is a new service area and now is a great time to join and help shape how we develop in the future.&nbsp;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 less than 37 hours or term-time only.
We are a workplace that supports flexibility and employee wellbeing in the way we work whilst providing the best service for our customers. Team and service working arrangements are designed to support both employee work life balance and team collaboration. These would be part of your individual working arrangements alongside any personal preference agreed with your manager in advance of joining. Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team and travel to and from your contractual location would be at your own expense.
For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us&nbsp;</a>
<h2>Company information</h2>Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us/how-we-create-fair-and-inclusive-workplace" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk).</a>

Brighton & Hove City Council

Corporate Leadership Assistant

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>
We are seeking minimum level 3 or higher qualified Early Years practitioners, or level 2 qualified willing to work towards a level 3.
For an informal discussion, please contact Ashley Bricknell; Nursery Manager, 01273 293980 or email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:acornnursery@brighton-hove.gov.uk%C2%A0" target="_blank">acornnursery@brighton-hove.gov.uk&nbsp;</a>
<h2>About the role</h2>Acorn nursery is a council nursery which&nbsp;was awarded outstanding in our recent inspection. We are located in Portslade, and with 5 nurseries across Brighton and Hove, we are committed to providing a high quality service for children service. We believe having a play-based approach is important and so we have an open plan design and 3 playrooms, where children are split into groups based on their age and developmental stage/. At the core of our service is our staff. We are proud of our staff who are qualified or working towards a qualification, who share our passion for delivering a high standard of care to the children and provide exciting opportunities for the children to grow, learn and develop into confident young people. You will be an integral part of the team.You will be an integral part of the team and your key tasks will be:<ul>
<li>building relationships; being an inspiration to the children; supporting attachment building; ensuring the children feel safe; planning activities; maintaining records; using the Ipad to record development, carrying out observations;&nbsp;</li>
<li>We desire the applicant to have an understanding of safeguarding procedures and should be willing promote Positive Parenting. Acorn nursery is passionate about inclusion and we work closely with outside agencies to ensure we fully support children and their families.</li>
</ul>You will be working with children from 3 months up to 4 years. You will be working alongside a team of staff to ensure we provide engaging learning experiences in a safe and caring environment, supported by a Room leader and Deputy room leader. We are looking for candidates who:<ul>
<li>promote a holistic approach to our practice and encourage practitioners to provide experiences that are creative and encourage children’s inquisitive nature to explore and learn, creating a meaningful and rich learning environment which is stimulating and well resourced encourage children’s curiosity and fascination of the world around them.</li>
<li>Can demonstrate inclusive and accessible practice,</li>
<li>are passionate about inclusion and provide experiences and opportunities to all children in our setting. We practice a non-discriminatory approach and require our staff to demonstrate inclusion in all areas of their work, celebrating diversity.</li>
<li>Be part of a key person for a group of children and building positive relationships; being a positive role model and ensuring the children&nbsp;feel safe and nurtured.</li>
</ul>Applicants must have experience of working with young children 3 month -5 years in an early year’s environment; experience of delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS); experience of meeting the individual needs of young children and their families; demonstrate a passion and commitment for providing high quality care and learning opportunities.&nbsp;We require applicants to be qualified to a minimum Level 2 in early years and childcare or equivalent.&nbsp;Our nurseries provide a full induction and training programme, and encourage professional development through day training courses, apprenticeships and higher education. We provide ongoing support in the form of regular supervisions and appraisals&nbsp;Why work for a council nursery&nbsp;<ul>
<li>Work in a setting that is child and family centred, not for a profit.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Salary above market average starting at £26,409 for a full-time post of 37 hours a week, equivalent to £13.69 per hour&nbsp;</li>
<li>3 in house training days per year, plus other opportunities to attend individual training courses.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Encouragement and support to further your education through continued professional development.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Loans available to support with bus travel or buying a bike and deposits on rental properties, these are paid back over the year straight from your salary. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Staff discount scheme can be used in local shops/cafes and national stores, includes free rides volks rail, discounted cinema tickets, and discounted gift cards.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Generous pension scheme&nbsp;</li>
</ul>We provide ongoing support in the form of regular supervisions and appraisals. Plus the many benefits that Brighton and Hove city council employees&nbsp;receive such as discounts from local businesses, and ongoing training and professional development. There may also be opportunities for further ad-hoc hours if interested.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.
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.
<h2>Company information</h2>Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/apply-job-council/encouraging-diverse-workforce" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a>.

Early Years Practitioner

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We only accept online applications. If you require access to a computer and/or the internet, you can use our facilities free of charge at The Amelia Scott. Please call ahead to book an appointment Tel. 01892 554171.
Please follow the link below to submit your application.
Equal Opportunities
Tunbridge Wells – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Safeguarding
The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employee and volunteers to share this commitment.



Mid Kent Environmental Health is a highly successful shared service that covers the three Kent local authorities of Tunbridge Wells, Maidstone, and Swale. We are looking for a passionate environmental health professional to join the Environmental Protection Team based in Tunbridge Wells.&nbsp;
For this exciting opportunity we are looking for an individual who has excellent communication skills, is passionate about environmental health, and is a strong team player with a positive attitude.&nbsp;
As an Environmental Health Officer in our EP Team no two days are the same. You will manage your own varied caseload, as well as working with and supporting other team members to undertake a wide range of regulatory activities including taking formal action in line with regulatory requirements where required.
You will be involved in various areas of EP work including investigating commercial and residential nuisance complaints, permitting inspections, calibrating air quality equipment, investigating bonfires and drainage issues, sampling private water supplies, and reviewing documents for licensing or planning as a statutory consultee. We are able to provide training and development to the successful candidate in the specialist roles of acoustics, air quality and contaminated land.
About you:
<ul>
<li>You will be a highly motivated, flexible, organised individual, with excellent customer service skills, and able to communicate with people at different levels as appropriate.</li>
<li>While this post mainly covers work in the Tunbridge Wells and Maidstone areas, there will be times when you will need to cover the Swale area to meet service demand.</li>
<li>Whilst experience of working in this or a similar role is an advantage, this role would also be suitable for someone who is newly qualified in environmental health and looking to take the first step in their career.</li>
</ul>
For a detailed list of responsibilities and person criteria please see the Job Description and Person Specification below.
Benefits include:
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<li>Hybrid working, 26 days annual leave (increasing to 29 days after 5 years continuous Local Government service and 34 days after 30 years continuous Local Government service), plus additional time in December when the Council closes between Christmas and New Year.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Membership of the Local Government (CARE – Career Average (Revalued Earnings) Pension Scheme.</li>
<li>Membership of professional body.</li>
<li>Invaluable training opportunities for continuing professional development and free town centre parking.&nbsp;</li>
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For an informal discussion regarding this rewarding and interesting role please contact Lisa Anderson, Environmental Protection Team Leader 01622 602762&nbsp;&nbsp; or&nbsp;<a href="mailto:L.anderson@midkent.gov.uk" target="_blank">L.anderson@midkent.gov.uk</a>

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council

Environmental Health Officer

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



We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Customer Services Advisor to join our team based at Tonbridge Castle.&nbsp;
Reporting to the Tonbridge Castle, Events &amp; Customer Services Manager, you will undertake a customer facing role supporting our telephony service to residents providing excellent multi skilled customer service across all access channels as well as Tonbridge Tourist Information Centre, Castle Attraction and Conference Centre.
Educated to GCSE grade C standard or above in maths and English (or equivalent), you will have previous experience of providing a customer focussed, front-line, public enquiry service. &nbsp;You will be proficient in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel, and demonstrate confident IT skills.
There is a lot to learn, so you must be prepared to assimilate and retain a large amount of information quickly and demonstrate a “can-do” approach to your work. &nbsp;In return we will give you excellent ongoing training and support.
This is a part time vacancy, and our offices are open seven days a week.&nbsp;
Weekend and bank holiday rotation Approx 1 in 5
Monday 7.5hrs – 9am to 5pm (30min lunch)
Tuesday 7.5hrs – 9am to 5pm (30min lunch)
Wednesday – 9am to 3.45pm (30min lunch)
Discover what it’s like to work at Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council and explore the benefits we offer by clicking here:&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.tmbc.gov.uk/council/working-us" target="_blank">Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council - Working for Us </a>
For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Laura French on 01732 876271 (direct candidates only, strictly no agencies)

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

Customer Services Advisor (Part Time)

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About the role:
Are you passionate about making a difference in people’s lives through housing? Horsham District Council is looking for a dedicated Housing Officer (Landlord Services) to join our dynamic Housing Services team.
As a Housing Officer (Landlord Services), you will manage a diverse portfolio of properties and tenants, working with private landlords and our council housing company. You will play a crucial role as the vital link between our customers and landlords, helping to ensure safe, affordable, and well-managed housing within our district.
You will be responsible for:
<ul>
<li>Managing tenancies and ensuring both tenant and landlord obligations are met, as outlined in the tenancy agreements.</li>
<li>Supporting a diverse clientele by utilising outreach services to encourage tenancy sustainment.</li>
<li>Facilitating timely rent collection from tenants and working with outreach services in times of financial hardship.</li>
<li>Procuring new private sector landlords to participate in either the Council’s Private Rented Sector or Private Sector Leasing Schemes.</li>
<li>Working closely with the wider Housing Services team, which handles homelessness, the housing register, and the delivery of new affordable homes.</li>
</ul>
About you:
To succeed as Housing Officer (Landlord Services), you will be a solution-focused, people person, with the ability to build rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences. You will have:
<ul>
<li>Proven experience working within private lettings or a housing association environment.</li>
<li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills</li>
<li>Competence in IT and excellent attention to detail</li>
<li>The ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.</li>
</ul>
As this position is an essential car user role, you will be required to travel around the District and therefore a full and current UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential.
At Horsham District Council, you will be part of a supportive team that is committed to delivering high-quality housing services. We offer a rewarding work environment where your efforts directly contribute to the wellbeing and stability of our community and make a real difference in the Horsham District.
For an informal discussion about this role please call Margaret Cartmell, Housing Services Manager on 01403 215110.
About us:
We have a friendly and supportive working environment and being a smaller Council, you can really get to know everybody.
We encourage and support our employees to have a healthy work life balance by offering 28 days’ (207.2 hours) annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata), and flexible/hybrid working options where applicable.
We offer a generous benefits package including an online platform offering discounts from online retailers and access to a car lease scheme. Staff are also eligible to join the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hants.gov.uk/hampshire-services/pensions/local-government/about-the-scheme/scheme-benefits" target="_blank">Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</a>, where the Council contributes circa 20% of pensionable salary.
To support employees’ professional development the Council provides reimbursement for professional subscriptions and a number of training opportunities, including extensive in-house learning resources, short courses, Apprenticeships, and qualifications such as Institute of Leadership &amp; Management (ILM), Master of Business Administration (MBA).
Visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers" target="_blank">Jobs and careers page</a>&nbsp;to find out more about&nbsp;<a href="https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/working-for-horsham-district-council" target="_blank">Working for Horsham District Council</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-employment-commitments" target="_blank">Our employment commitments</a>.
To apply:
If you would like to apply for the role, we highly recommend you show clearly within the ‘Experience Section’ of the application form how you meet the essential criteria detailed within the Role Profile when applying. If you do not make this clear, it is unlikely you will be shortlisted for interview.
Internal applicants, if you would like to apply for the role, please submit an expression of interest to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:HR@horsham.gov.uk" target="_blank">HR@horsham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;explaining clearly how you meet the criteria and what you feel you can bring to the role.

Housing Officer (Landlord Services)

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



Job Title:&nbsp;Grounds Maintenance Skilled Operative (Sports) Location of work:&nbsp;Earlswood Depot, various sites throughout the borough Salary:&nbsp;£24,186 - £25,782 per annum Basis:&nbsp;Permanent, Full time, Annualised Hours (40hrs summer, 8 months / 27hrs winter, 4 months)
About the Role
Do you love working in the outdoors? Then this is the job is for you. We are now recruiting for a Skilled Operative to deliver the maintenance of outdoor sports facilities across the Borough’s parks and open spaces.
This includes the full range of seasonal and year-round duties required for football, rugby, and pitches, utilising tractors and a variety of grounds maintenance machinery and attachments to ensure playing surfaces are safe, presentable, and in a good condition.
Some of the duties include:
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<li>Carry out pre-season, in-season and end-of-season works for football, cricket and rugby pitches, including grass cutting, Verti-draining, top dressing, seeding, turfing, and goal post installation/removal.</li>
<li>Mark out football and rugby pitches of varying sizes using appropriate line marking equipment.</li>
<li>Undertake renovation and repair works as required, ensuring pitches remain playable and meet safety requirements throughout the sporting seasons.</li>
<li>Maintain cricket squares and outfields, including mowing, scarifying, rolling, end-of-season renovation, and setting up wickets.</li>
<li>Operate tractors and associated attachments (e.g., aerators, slitters, scarifiers, trailers, gang mowers, and line markers) in the preparation and upkeep of sports surfaces.</li>
</ul>
About the Person 
<ul>
<li>Ability to mark out pitches accurately to required dimensions and standards.</li>
<li>Experience in sports turf maintenance, particularly in football, rugby, and cricket environments.</li>
<li>Understanding of seasonal sports turf requirements and renovation techniques.</li>
<li>Have relevant qualifications and experience in Sports Turf Maintenance, including the use of tractors and various grounds maintenance machinery.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li>
<li>Have a strong awareness of health and safety and safe working practices.</li>
<li>Be physically fit and able to work in all weather conditions.</li>
<li>Full UK driving licence.</li>
</ul>
Staff Benefits
In exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasm, we will offer support in continuing your personal and career development, in addition to providing a wide range of employment linked benefits.
We provide you with competitive annual leave, and contribute 15% towards the LGPS pension scheme. You will also have access to a range of discounts including local and high street stores, and salary sacrifice schemes including a cycle lease scheme, and ‘Better’ leisure centre membership.
Additional Information
For an informal discussion about the role, please call Russell Potts, Greenspaces Supervisor on 07974325147
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, supporting the guaranteed interview scheme for disabled and ex-armed forces candidates, who meet the essential criteria for the role.
Closing date: Sunday 13th July 2025 at 23:59
Interview date: To be confirmed
Values and Behaviours
Our great working environment and the values and behaviours of every individual and team in the Council, help to evolve the culture of our organisation to become more commercial, innovative and embracing of change.
Successful applicants to our career opportunities will be able to demonstrate they share the values and behaviours we seek in our organisation.
See 'Who we are' as a council, to find out more about us: <a href="https://www.reigate-banstead.gov.uk/working-here" target="_blank">Who we are | Working here | Reigate and Banstead</a>

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Are you passionate about providing excellent customer service? If so, why not join our team providing the first point of contact for residents reporting repairs and requesting updates on their existing repairs?&nbsp;
If you’re a looking for an opportunity to use your skills and to work in an environment where no two days are the same, we would like to hear from you.
For an informal discussion, please contact Nic Brown, Repairs Helpdesk Supervisor on <a href="mailto:nic.brown@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">nic.brown@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a>
<h2>About the role</h2>What will I be doing?<ul>
<li>You’ll answer inbound calls and emails from our residents who require repairs to their council properties.</li>
<li>Responsible for providing accurate information, advice and assistance to our residents.</li>
<li>Using our in house IT systems, issuing jobs accurately and assigning these to the relevant trade team</li>
<li>Liaising directly with other teams within the council, both verbally and in writing.</li>
<li>Conducting customer surveys via outbound calls</li>
<li>Providing excellent customer service</li>
</ul>What we are looking for<ul>
<li>Strong communication and empathy skills</li>
<li>A good standard of IT skills</li>
<li>A high level of attention to detail</li>
<li>A genuine passion for helping others</li>
<li>Ability to work as part of a team but also able to work under your own initiative</li>
<li>Ability to work under pressure</li>
<li>Someone who is comfortable interacting with a wide range of people from a variety of backgrounds and some who may be vulnerable</li>
</ul>In return for your skills and hard work, we offer:<ul>
<li>A full induction with on-going development</li>
<li>Paid annual leave</li>
<li>Pension scheme</li>
</ul>Please read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</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 upload your CV and 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/council-jobs/cv-guidance" target="_blank">CV guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> and <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/shortlisting-questions-guidance" target="_blank">Shortlisting questions guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</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 less than 37 hours or term-time only.
For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us&nbsp;</a>
<h2>Company information</h2>Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us/how-we-create-fair-and-inclusive-workplace" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk).</a>

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>For an informal discussion, please contact Lorraine Bourton, Re-housing Manager or Dominique O'Neill, Re-housing Team Leader on 01273 296686.<h2>About the role</h2>The Re-housing Co-ordinator&nbsp;role has a crucial part to play in the effective management of empty properties and facilitating the mutual exchange process.&nbsp;The team re-let, on average 600 empty properties and facilitate over 200 mutual exchanges.You will need to be prepared to work in a busy, pressurised, customer focussed team, working within tight time scales in order to achieve agreed targets. The role requires good team working with the other Co-ordinators&nbsp;where communication is key. Daily management of the mailboxes and arranging viewings whereby up to 3 households could be in attendance, plus co-ordinating the attendance of Support Workers, Occupational Therapists or third parties requires excellent organisation skills and the ability to carry out numerous different tasks at the same time. You will need to be committed to providing excellent customer service and be able to deal with frustrated, vulnerable or angry applicants.Please read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</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 upload a supporting statement. Your supporting statement is the most important part of your application as it 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/council-jobs/supporting-statement-guidance" target="_blank">Supporting statement guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</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 less than 37 hours or term-time only.For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a><h2>Company information</h2>Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/apply-job-council/encouraging-diverse-workforce" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a>.

Re-housing Co-ordinator

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Job Title: Grounds Maintenance Skilled Operative (Gardener) Location of work: Earlswood Depot, various sites throughout the borough Salary: £24,186 - £25,782 per annum&nbsp; Basis: Permanent, Full time, Annualised Hours (40hrs summer, 8 months / 27hrs winter, 4 months)
About the Role
Do you love working in the outdoors? Then this is the job is for you. We are now recruiting for a dedicated and experienced Gardener to join our Greenspaces team.
Working within a small team carrying out routine ground maintenance operations in our parks and open spaces, including the maintenance of flower beds, shrubs, trees, and lawns through regular planting, pruning, mowing, watering, and weeding. You will be required to use a ride on mowers, strimmer’s and hedge cutters and have a good understanding of grounds maintenance operations.
Some of the duties include:
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<li>Maintain flower beds, shrubs, trees, and lawns through regular planting, pruning, mowing, watering, and weeding.</li>
<li>Assist with landscaping projects, planting schemes, and biodiversity initiatives.</li>
<li>Operate a range of horticultural machinery and tools.</li>
<li>Carry out routine inspections of park features, reporting any damage or safety concerns.</li>
<li>Support in the delivery of the council’s biodiversity, conservation, and sustainability objectives.</li>
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About the Person
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<li>Experience in horticulture, grounds maintenance, or similar roles.</li>
<li>Qualification in the use of grounds maintenance machinery.</li>
<li>Relevant horticultural qualification.</li>
<li>Experience using ride on machinery.</li>
<li>Have good knowledge of plant care, turf management, and seasonal gardening practices.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li>
<li>Have a strong awareness of health and safety and safe working practices.</li>
<li>Be physically fit and able to work in all weather conditions.</li>
<li>Full UK driving licence.</li>
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Staff Benefits
In exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasm, we will offer support in continuing your personal and career development, in addition to providing a wide range of employment linked benefits.
We provide you with competitive annual leave, and contribute 15% towards the LGPS pension scheme. You will also have access to a range of discounts including local and high street stores, and salary sacrifice schemes including a cycle lease scheme, and ‘Better’ leisure centre membership.
Additional Information
For an informal discussion about the role, please call Russell Potts, Greenspaces Supervisor on 07974325147
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, supporting the guaranteed interview scheme for disabled and ex-armed forces candidates, who meet the essential criteria for the role.
Closing date: Sunday 13th July 2025 at 23:59
Interview date: To be confirmed
Values and Behaviours
Our great working environment and the values and behaviours of every individual and team in the Council, help to evolve the culture of our organisation to become more commercial, innovative and embracing of change.
Successful applicants to our career opportunities will be able to demonstrate they share the values and behaviours we seek in our organisation.
See 'Who we are' as a council, to find out more about us: <a href="https://www.reigate-banstead.gov.uk/working-here" target="_blank">Who we are | Working here | Reigate and Banstead</a>

Grounds Maintenance Skilled Operative (Gardener)

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Think Sevenoaks District Council is just about local services? Think again. Our Commercial &amp; Property team is all about keeping our places running, from housing and offices to community facilities, making sure our spaces are safe, efficient, and built to last.
As a Multi-Trade Maintenance Operative Apprentice, you’ll be a key part of this, keeping essential spaces running, learning on the job, and making a genuine difference in your community. Sounds like something you’d be proud of? We’d love to hear from you.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
We’re looking for a motivated and practical person to join us as a Multi-Trade Maintenance Operative Apprentice, working across our housing and corporate properties, all while completing your Level 2 Property Maintenance Operative Apprenticeship at London South East Colleges (Holly Hill Campus).
This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, problem-solving, and learning multiple trade skills. You’ll be based at our Sevenoaks offices, working with experienced colleagues who’ll support and mentor you every step of the way.
What you’ll be doing:
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<li>Supporting a wide range of maintenance, repair and minor works activities across our buildings and housing stock</li>
<li>Assisting with statutory compliance checks to keep buildings safe and operational</li>
<li>Ordering and handling materials appropriately for each job</li>
<li>Preparing risk assessments and learning how to write work estimates</li>
<li>Participating in PAT testing and learning how to complete and log safety inspections</li>
<li>Attending college one day a week (training days are 1 day per week, term time only)</li>
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WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE
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<li>Maths and English or equivalent qualifications</li>
<li>A hands-on, can-do attitude and willingness to learn</li>
<li>Good problem-solving skills and an adaptable approach</li>
<li>Ability to work well in a team and take initiative when needed</li>
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What’s in it for you
You’ll gain qualifications, practical experience, and confidence, all while playing your part in maintaining the buildings and spaces that matter most in our district.
We are one of the few local government authorities to hold Platinum Investors in People accreditation, which highlights our passion for supporting people, developing talent, and working in a collaborative and innovative way.
Other benefits include:
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<li>Enhanced annual leave of 24 days (excluding bank holidays)</li>
<li>Additional leave after 5 years of service</li>
<li>Extra Christmas closure day</li>
<li>Generous Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Free parking</li>
<li>Employee benefits including discounts on shopping, travel days out and more, Tusker car salary sacrifice scheme and discounts with your MOT</li>
<li>Access to the BUPA Employee Assistance Programme, a free, 24/7, confidential counselling and wellbeing support service</li>
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Find out more
For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Detlev Munster, Strategic Head – Commercial and Property on 01732227099
Best chance of being shortlisted
Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements, as your application will be judged against these criteria.
Closing date: 9 July 2025, 10 am
Interview date: 16 July 2025

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