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Asylum Support Officer - Braintree District Council
Braintree District Council
Fixed Term (12 Months), Part Time (24 hours per week)
Up to £31,284 per annum (pro rata)
Location: Braintree
Closing Date: 19th January 2026
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Braintree District Council are looking for a dedicated and proactive <a href="https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&amp;VACANCY_ID=637579K3QS" target="_blank"> Asylum Support Officer </a> to join our Housing and Communities team and play a vital role in supporting the successful resettlement and integration of asylum seekers within the Braintree District.
To Apply for this role, please click <a href="https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&amp;VACANCY_ID=637579K3QS" target="_blank"> HERE </a> and not the 'apply' button.
Our Asylum Support Officer will contribute to the effective delivery of the Afghan Resettlement and wider asylum support programmes. You will be the first point of contact for all enquiries relating to asylum seekers dispersed in Braintree District.
This role requires someone who brings compassion, professionalism, and strong organisational skills, as you will support asylum seekers with integration into the local community through home visits, helping with school placements, English classes, employment guidance and signpost to other relevant services.
You will assist the Resettlement Officer to collate information, update records, maintain local and national databases, and organise interpretation and translation services where necessary. Your work will help ensure compliance, strengthen grant management, and promote positive community integration.
To succeed in this role, you will have excellent IT and customer service skills, experience of working in an office environment, and the ability to use databases to record and monitor information. You will also have an understanding of issues relating to equality and diversity, along with good problem-solving skills and a solution-focused approach.
With the ability to work as part of a team in a busy environment, you will be organised and pro-active and able to work on your own initiative.
This is a meaningful opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals and families rebuilding their futures in our community.
Why choose Braintree District Council?
Braintree is an ambitious and dynamic Council and is becoming one of the fastest growing Districts in the East of England with three growing towns, London just 45 minutes away and the District located directly between the international transport centres of Stansted Airport and Harwich and Felixstowe International Ports. We have a deserved track record for delivering and a strong reputation within the business community.
Braintree District Council is a great place to work. We pride ourselves on our creative and innovative approach, which is led by our employees, and are committed to having an engaged workforce who understand our strategy and how they can help deliver it. Our people see the difference they make and how the work they do actively contributes to and encourages positive change in the local community.
We also offer some great benefits, including:
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<li>Flexible working</li>
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<li>Hybrid working arrangements are available in this role (home/office based) subject to business need</li>
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<li>Local government pension scheme</li>
<li>Learning and development for all employees</li>
<li>Employee discount scheme</li>
<li>Employee recognition schemes</li>
<li>Extensive health and wellbeing programmes, including discounted gym membership</li>
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Make a difference - work for your local Council
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 Closing date for completed applications: Midnight on Monday 19th January 2026 
 Interviews will be held in week commencing 26th January 2026 
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To Apply for this role, please click <a href="https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&amp;VACANCY_ID=637579K3QS" target="_blank"> HERE </a> and not the 'apply' button.
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Guidance on the application process and helpful hints can be found here: <a href="https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-team/applying-job" target="_blank"> Application Guidance </a> .
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<a></a> For further information about this vacancy and to apply online please visit
<a href="http://www.braintree.gov.uk/" target="_blank"> www.braintree.gov.uk </a>

Asylum Support Officer - Braintree District Council

Care Support Worker – Help People Live Their Best Lives Every Day Do you love making a difference? Are you the kind of person who brings warmth, energy, and compassion wherever you go? As a Care Support Worker at Peabody, you’ll be a vital part of someone’s journey—helping them live independently, confidently, and joyfully.Whether it’s supporting with daily routines, encouraging hobbies, or simply being a kind presence, you’ll help people feel safe, heard, and empowered. This is a role where your care truly counts—and where every day brings new opportunities to brighten someone’s life.What You’ll Do<ul><li>Support people with personal care, health needs, and daily living tasks</li><li>Help individuals express themselves and make choices that matter to them</li><li>Encourage hobbies, interests, and community activities</li><li>Build strong relationships with families, friends, and professionals</li><li>Keep homes safe, clean, and comfortable</li><li>Work flexibly across services—including evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts</li><li>Maintain accurate records and contribute to reviews and team meetings</li><li>Promote health, safety, and uphold quality standards</li></ul>What You’ll Need<ul><li>A kind heart and a compassionate mindset</li><li>A sense of humour and a resilient attitude</li><li>Great communication skills and a team spirit</li><li>Willingness to work flexibly, including unsociable hours</li><li>Respect for diversity and individual needs</li><li>Ability to maintain accurate records and meet deadlines</li><li>A satisfactory DBS check</li><li>Experience in care or support (voluntary or paid) – desirable but not essential</li><li>Care Certificate or NVQ Level 2 in Health &amp; Social Care – desirable but not essential</li></ul>Why Join Us?When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values: Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.What We Offer<ul><li>25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays</li><li>Two paid volunteering days each year</li><li>Flexible benefits scheme and discount portal</li><li>Life assurance at 4x your salary</li><li>Up to 10% pension contribution</li><li>Paid training and development opportunities</li><li>Employee assistance programme</li><li>Staff recognition schemes</li></ul>Please Read Before ApplyingThis role follows a 24/7 working pattern, which includes sleep ins, weekends, and bank holidays. You’ll need to be flexible and ready to support people when they need you most.If this sounds like we are right for you and you’d love to be part of Peabody, we’d like to hear from you. Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.Interviews will take place by no later than 9th January 2026. Got questions? Reach out to Felicity Smith, Talent Specialist at <a href="mailto:felicity.smith@peabody.org.uk" target="_blank">felicity.smith@peabody.org.uk</a>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.<ul></ul>

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