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In addition, the department is responsible for the enforcement of littering and fly tipping offences, as well as the issuing of street trading licences in the borough.</p>\n<p>The government have told us that we must extend and enhance our recycling services, and this post is essential for delivering this change.</p>\n<p><strong>Job Advert</strong></p>\n<p>London Borough of Bexley is a unitary authority, so the Environmental Services Team is also responsible for the managing waste disposal and recycling contracts and the provision of two Reuse and Recycling Centres and a waste transfer station. &nbsp;The team ensures that all waste and recycling collected from the kerbside, cleared from the streets or deposited at our recycling centres is managed and disposed of safely and effectively and within the requirements of the Environmental Protection Act from 1990.</p>\n<p>Our team also engages with Bexley residents and schools and provides advice on recycling and waste reduction. 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You will be on the front-line dealing with complaints and enquiries, engaging with residents to explain how to use our recycling services and encouraging them to reduce, reuse and recycle.</p>\n<p>You will be based at Foots Cray Offices in Sidcup but at least 60% of your time will be spent in the field visiting engaging with residents, monitoring collections, and undertaking site visits.</p>\n<p>You will be an effective communicator providing advice to residents and explaining how the service operates to increase participation in recycling schemes which, in turn, will reduce the amount of household wase that Bexley sends for disposal.&nbsp;</p>\n<p>Please refer to the Job Description attached for more information.</p>\n<p>We will offer you in return a package that includes a competitive salary, flexible working, an excellent pension scheme and generous annual leave plus bank holidays. For more information on the benefits package on offer please refer to the Candidate Information document attached.</p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about the role please contact John Matthews, Environmental Services Manager on 020 3045 4632 or john.matthews@bexley.gov.uk.</p>\n<p>We reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date.</p>\n<p><strong>Candidate Profile</strong></p>\n<p>Relevant experience or a qualification in the waste industry is desirable but not essential.</p>\n<p>You will have a full UK driving license and use of a car.</p>\n<p>You will be a confident and skilled communicator with good command of the English language.</p>\n<p>For the full list of essential and desirable criteria for this role then please refer to the Person Specification within the Job Description attached.</p>\n<p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p>\n<p>Please click on the apply link above.</p>\n<p>Please note that the system has a one-hour time limit. We would advise you to prepare your answers separately and then copy and paste into the online form once finalised and have your CV and/or Supporting statement ready to upload.</p>\n<p>If any mandatory fields are missing, a pop-up box will appear at the top of the page advising which sections require completion. Please check your Junk email for any correspondence.</p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information</strong></p>\n<p>As a disability confident employer Bexley welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including hidden disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria. 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All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change. </p>\n<p><strong>Our organisation: </strong></p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> 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.</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please contact Tracy Partridge on </em><a href=\"mailto:tracy.partridge@medway.gov.uk\">tracy.partridge@medway.gov.uk</a><em> or 07950215899.</em></p>\n<p><strong>Important Information- </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</strong></p>\n<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>\n<p>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. 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The school farm is situated within the grounds of the <br>primary site. The Site Team maintain high standards of cleanliness and take pride in the <br>presentation of the school buildings, following Health and Safety protocols at all times. <br>This role would suit somebody with a flexible and energetic approach who enjoys working <br>as part of a committed and supportive team. <br> <br>Working hours are: <br> <br>15 hours per week or 10 hours per week <br>(6.00am to 9.00am or 3.00pm to 6.00pm to be agreed) <br>  <br>Term time only + 5 Staff Development Days + 6 weeks holiday time working. <br>Equipment, training and induction will be provided. <br> <br>Due to the conditions and complex needs of the pupils at Abbey Court School, continuity <br>and consistency of support is paramount and therefore candidates for all positions will <br>need to commit to the full working hours of the post. <br> <br>We are fully committed to safeguarding and protecting the children at Abbey Court School. All posts <br>are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring <br>check, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks. It is an offence <br>to apply for this role, if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.  Our <br>safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and <br>promote safe working practices across the school. On joining you will be required to undergo <br>continuous professional development to maintain safe working practice, and safeguard our children <br>and young people.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Medway Scale, Grade E2 £23,656 - £24,027 pro-rata (£12.26 - £12.45 per hour)","publishDate":"2024-12-12T14:25:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-05T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/48c50bb4-ab4a-46e7-b36c-049670d1b454.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"5013c378-ae87-46c3-97b5-eec47ac1e9d2","title":"Business Administration Level 3 Apprentice - Children’s Health Commissioning Team","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid – Works part in the office (Gun Wharf) and part from home","locationType":2,"description":"<p>There is a position for an Apprentice to provide administrative support to Medway Children’s Partnership Commissioning Team. The team are responsible for the commissioning of a range of children and young people’s services. We are looking for an enthusiastic apprentice who will have the opportunity to develop a range of administration skills but also learn about the process of designing and commissioning services along the way. We welcome applications from Care Experienced Young People (18-25yrs). If you are a care experienced young person from Medway please speak to your personal advisor for support if needed.<br><br>A Medway Council Apprenticeship will give you the opportunity to earn a salary and gain a qualification whilst gathering invaluable workplace skills and experience.<br><br>An opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Children’s Commissioning Apprentice to join Medway Children’s Partnership Commissioning Team within the Public Health Service. This is a great chance to gain the Business Administrator Advanced Apprenticeship whilst working for the team who commission children’s health services across Kent and Medway. <br><br>As part of this role you can expect to undertake the following tasks:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Data inputting</li>\n<li>Scanning</li>\n<li>Filing</li>\n<li>Updating of systems</li>\n<li>Email inbox monitoring</li>\n<li>Maintenance of database</li>\n<li>Arranging meetings</li>\n<li>Room bookings</li>\n<li>Taking notes at meetings</li>\n<li>Responding to simple queries via telephone or email</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>For Level 3 Apprentices - </strong>The Business Administrator Apprenticeship is a two year programme incorporating real work experience and learning, to gain the knowledge and development of skills and behaviours to successfully complete the programme. This apprenticeship involves approximately 18 months on the job development, followed by an end point assessment consisting of a knowledge test, a presentation on the project completed; and a discussion on the portfolio of learning and development produced during the apprenticeship. A grading of either Pass or Distinction is achievable.<br><br><em>Ideally you will have good communication and interpersonal skills, combined with competent IT skills, accurate data entry along with a good attention to detail. However we are happy to support you to reach those goals if you are highly motivated and have the desire to learn and succeed. </em><em>If this sounds like the role for you, then we would encourage you to apply today.<br><br></em><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile. <br><br></strong>As an Apprentice with Medway Council, you will be a valued member of our Apprenticeship Academy. We will encourage and support you to realise your potential. You will have the opportunity to learn from colleagues who are experts in their field and gain insights that can only come from real world experience.<br><br>We will support you every step of the way for you to succeed in your apprenticeship and help you to reach your full potential.<br><br>An openness to review and reflect on your performance and progress is important as well as the willingness to accept feedback that will help you to develop and grow in this role.<br><br>Medway Council’s Apprenticeship Academy extends to all our Apprentices a guarantee that their apprenticeship qualifications will be regularly monitored and quality assured with the respective training providers.<br><br>In return we offer you:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>23 days paid annual leave</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Free NUS Apprentice Extra Card- student discounts at 100’s of retailers</li>\n<li>Student rates for Medway Council Leisure Centres</li>\n<li>Student rates for Medway Council Libraries plus free e-books</li>\n<li>Discounted Arriva bus travel</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Important Information<br><br></strong><em><strong>Please note that interviews will be held either in  person or on Microsoft Teams. You will be informed of the interview method, if you are successful in being shortlisted for the role.<br><br></strong></em><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager please email Pieter Barry – pieter.barry@medway.gov.uk<br><br></em>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.<br><br>Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">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.<br><br><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 3 - £236.80 per week","publishDate":"2024-12-12T13:31:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-23T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/325259e0-0050-45f1-8bd6-b39a91325738.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f4d41cee-df32-4f43-95e3-7fe7529c0f01","title":"Pastoral Mentor","employer":"London Borough of Havering","department":"Harold Wood Primary","location":"Harold Wood Primary School","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Harold Wood Primary School</strong></p>\n<p>Recreation Avenue</p>\n<p>Harold Wood</p>\n<p>Romford</p>\n<p>RM3 0TH</p>\n<p><strong>Headteacher:</strong> Mr Stuart Fryd </p>\n<p><strong>Telephone:</strong> 01708 345473</p>\n<p><strong>Website:</strong> www.haroldwoodprimaryschool.co.uk</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Pastoral Mentor</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Hours:</strong> 29.167 hpw/38 weeks per year + HOLS </p>\n<p><strong>Actual Salary:</strong> Grade 3 Points 5-9  £19,366 - £20,498 pro rata (£28,521 - £30,189)</p>\n<p><strong>Contract:</strong> Permanent</p>\n<p><strong>Start Date:</strong> As soon as possible</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Do you have a warm personality and are able to stay calm under pressure? Can you demonstrate good interpersonal skills with both children and adults? Are you able to build trusting relationships with children who are either externalising or internalising their social emotional wellbeing needs? Harold Wood Primary School is looking to recruit a Learning Mentor with ELSA or Thrive experience to join our friendly and committed staff team.<br><br>We believe that to enable our pupils to learn effectively, they need to feel safe in their environment and be both socially and emotionally ready to learn. We understand the importance of holistic development and offer nurturing and enriching experiences to enable the development of the whole child. As a Learning Mentor, you will be resilient and able to manage challenging behaviour. You will also be responsible for the personal development of students.</p>\n<p><br>We are looking for someone who is able to:<br><br>Plan and deliver 1:1 and group sessions which promote learning, good behaviour, better social skills and well-being, including during the lunch hour<br><br>Support children in their ability to regulate their emotions, to model and teach appropriate interactions, to de-brief when things go wrong, and to make reparations (put plans in place).<br><br>Support children in building their self-esteem, increasing confidence and building resilience<br><br>While no formal pre-qualifications are specified, the following competencies are essential:<br><br>· Enjoy learning and have good verbal and written communication skills<br><br>· Have the capacity to understand and apply psychological concepts introduced during through ELSA training/Thrive and supervision<br><br>· Think creatively<br><br>· Able to keep succinct records of involvement<br><br>· Able to work independently and show initiative<br><br>· Have good time management and personal organisational skills<br><br>· Plan and deliver individualised programmes of support that incorporate variety, interest and pace for children to develop their emotional literacy, including:<br><br>                 · Management of stress, grief, anxiety, anger and conflict<br><br>                 · Development of social interaction and friendship skills<br><br>                 · Promotion of a realistic self-concept and good self-esteem<br><br>                 · Coping with significant life changes including loss and bereavement<br><br><br>· Plan and deliver programmes of support to small groups of children to develop resilience skills<br><br>· Liaise with teachers and other support staff about the needs and progress of children receiving support<br><br>· Share knowledge and ideas from training/supervision sessions with other school staff as appropriate<br><br>· Meet regularly with line manager to review work<br><br>· Liaise with parents/carers and external agencies in line with school policy<br><br>·  Support pupils to understand their behaviour, and that behaviours generally have a consequence and to develop strategies to self-regulate emotions and anxieties.<br><br></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Visits to the school are welcome, please contact the school office to arrange a time.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Please apply online.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: 6th January 2025 - 4pm</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview Date: TBC</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Grade 3 Points 5-9","publishDate":"2024-12-12T13:21:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-06T16:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/1a56db8e-6fab-4ebc-9fff-eb4dc23a7280.JPG","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f9a53f3c-40dc-478a-800b-889363e830f9","title":"Housing Strategy & Partnerships Apprentice","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid - Works part from Gun Wharf and part from home","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Housing Apprentice to join our team and contribute to the effective management of our housing services.</p>\n<p>The post sits within our Housing Needs Service, a large team that delivers a number of different housing related services for people who live in Medway.</p>\n<p>This is an excellent opportunity to kick start your career in Housing. Medway Council Housing have a track record of our apprentices continuing to work within Housing and progressing to management positions. If you have a passion for helping others, have an interest in making an impact to those who are homelessness in Medway and are excited to collaborate with a range of different people, we want to hear from you.</p>\n<p>For full details of the post, please see the attached job description.</p>\n<p>Please note you will be expected to work a minimum of 2 days per week in the office.</p>\n<p><strong>In return we offer you: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. 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All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change. </p>\n<p><strong>Our organisation: </strong></p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> 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.</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager please call Francesca Roma on 01634 331714</em></p>\n<p><em>Interviews are likely to be held virtually via Microsoft Teams.  Full details on how this will work will be sent to you, if your application is successfully shortlisted.</em></p>\n<p><strong>Important Information- </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</strong></p>\n<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>\n<p>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 gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction.</p>\n<p><strong>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. </strong></p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">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.</p>\n<p><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£236.80 per week","publishDate":"2024-12-12T13:17:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-02T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/bedf89a5-d581-4f67-82f8-1a7a4b2fa9ce.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"a9570e23-06d4-4b95-acd3-7e830d6b5e14","title":"Virtual School Officer","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid - Works part from Gun Wharf and part from home","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Are you ready to be a Champion for Children in Medway? If you are seeking repetition and predictable, this is NOT the role for you!</p>\n<p>We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual to join Medway Virtual School (MVS) in our work for the children in care to Medway Council, specifically to support us to improve their educational achievement. </p>\n<p>You will join other members of the team who work with schools, social workers and carers – the list is long – however the goal is the same. Your role is to ensure everyone has the information, advice, guidance and support they need to prevent any drift or delay in ensuring each child or young person has access to appropriate education, is engaged in their learning and confident to access the opportunities available to them.  Your own actions will be varied and will require determination to secure outcomes.  You will provide direct advice, support and training to a range of professionals.</p>\n<p>There will be differences and complexities in situations so you will need to be creative and innovative to ensure the best next step is identified and taken.  You will be managing information from different sources to ensure that information is up to date and readily available; responding to general enquires and providing specialist advice.</p>\n<p>As part of a growing team, you will be well supported as you learn your new role; there will always be ‘change ahead’ and in this you will be surrounded by creative and child centred colleagues. <strong>Children Matter in Medway, and Medway’s Children Matter.</strong></p>\n<p>We would encourage a conversation about the role, please contact <a href=\"mailto:sarah.hall@medway.gov.uk\">sarah.hall@medway.gov.uk</a>  or if you want to read about the work of the virtual school and our responsibilities please have a look here: <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200137/schools_and_learning/1041/education_of_looked-after_children\">MVS</a> or read GOV.UK's guidance on <a href=\"http://www.gov.uk/government/publications/promoting-the-education-of-looked-after-children\">promoting the education of looked-after children and previously looked-after children</a></p>\n<p><strong>In return we offer you: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency.  Our declaration fits into our <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan\">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change. </p>\n<p><strong>Our organisation: </strong></p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> 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.</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please call Susan Bright on 01634 331020.</em></p>\n<p><strong>Important Information- </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</strong></p>\n<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>\n<p>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 gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction.</p>\n<p><strong>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. </strong></p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">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.</p>\n<p><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range 4 (£29,793 - £35,410) per annum","publishDate":"2024-12-12T11:21:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-06T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/a644bf28-c0f4-46e1-a5b4-07a84e3bc0e0.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"1c05bc81-a944-4a80-aa3a-ddf5e46e7b0a","title":"Teaching Assistants","employer":"Medway Council","department":"Abbey Court Community School","location":"Abbey Court Community School","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Are you interested in a rewarding career in the field of Special Educational Needs? If so, <br>how about considering a position at Abbey Court School? We are looking to appoint <br>Teaching Assistants to commence as soon as possible. <br> <br>Abbey Court caters for pupils aged 3-19 with Severe Learning Difficulties, and is currently <br>located on 2 Strood sites; Cliffe Road (Nursery, Primary and brand new Secondary <br>provision designed and purpose built specifically to meet the needs of our pupils) and Rede <br>Court Road (Further Education). The primary site is also home to our school farm!  <br> <br>Working hours are 32.5 p/w (8.45am – 3.45pm), term time only + 5 staff development days.  <br>Comprehensive training and induction will be provided. <br> <br>Childcare experience, or relevant childcare qualifications are desirable but not essential. <br> <br>Due to the conditions and complex needs of the pupils at Abbey Court School, continuity <br>and consistency of support is paramount and therefore candidates for all positions will <br>need to commit to the full working hours of the post.  If you cannot commit to full-time, we <br>are often looking for supply bank staff, please indicate on the application form. <br> <br>We are fully committed to safeguarding and protecting the children at Abbey Court School. <br>All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, which includes enhanced criminal <br>records and barring check, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other <br>vetting checks. It is an offence to apply for this role, if you are barred from engaging in <br>regulated activity with children.  Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of <br>policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practices across the <br>school. On joining, you will be required to undergo continuous professional development to <br>maintain safe working practice, and safeguard our children and young people. </p>\n<p>Benefits include free car parking and KCC Pension Scheme <br> <br>View our recruitment video at… <br> <br>http://www.abbeycourt.medway.sch.uk/1308/working-at-abbey-court-school</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Medway Scale, Grade D2 £18,385 - £20,543 per annum + SEN Allowance (£1,491) (FTE £24,404 to £27,269)","publishDate":"2024-12-12T09:49:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-05T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/6ad4715b-c265-49cd-8e2f-871f6b72effc.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"42da721c-dd57-4e2e-b82d-1b569843f35b","title":"Patch Caretaker","employer":"Social Interest Group","department":"","location":"25 Victoria Street","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>ABOUT THE ROLE</strong></p>\n<p>Are you ready to make a tangible difference in your community? As a Patch Caretaker, you'll play a hands-on role in maintaining our properties and creating safe, welcoming environments for vulnerable residents. This is more than just a maintenance job – it’s an opportunity to support people on their journey to stability and independence while being part of a compassionate and dynamic team.</p>\n<p>Some of the regular duties will include various health, safety and compliance tasks such as carrying out building, fire, and water checks.<br>You will also be responsible for supporting in general daily activities such as preparing void rooms for new tenants, cleaning, and general service handy work. </p>\n<p>Ideally we are looking for someone who is based around the Medway/Maidstone area and can easily travel between services which are located across the area. </p>\n<p><strong>Pathways to Independence:</strong> Works across Medway and Maidstone, within our Medway portfolio we provide residential resettlement and support for adults who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness, within our Maidstone portfolio we provide temporary accommodation and support for adults meeting the priority need threshold by Maidstone Borough Council.</p>\n<p><strong>Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00AM to 17:00PM (including a 30-minute unpaid break). Regular travel between our services in Medway and Maidstone is required. </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Salary:</strong> £23,800 </p>\n<p><strong>WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS ROLE </strong></p>\n<p>This role offers a unique blend of practical work and meaningful impact. As a Patch Caretaker, you’ll be at the heart of creating safe, welcoming spaces that help transform the lives of our residents. From maintaining properties to building positive relationships with residents and colleagues, every day brings a sense of purpose and achievement.</p>\n<p><strong>What are we looking for?</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Proven appropriate experience in a similar role, and able to carry out cleaning, handyperson work, and health and safety checks</li>\n<li>Full UK Driving Licence</li>\n<li>Ability to use, learn, and adapt to IT at an intermediate level, including Microsoft and other software programs</li>\n<li>Ability to work flexibly and at various sites across Social Interest Group</li>\n<li>Knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environment laws and practices in accommodation setting </li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>What we offer</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>25 days annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>\n<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>\n<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing</li>\n<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>\n<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>\n<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>\n<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>ABOUT US</strong></p>\n<p>Social Interest Group (SIG) believes good care and support improve lives. Our values of ambition, empowerment, transparency, and inclusivity drive everything we do. Our mission is to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: <a href=\"https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be\">Theory of Change</a></p>\n<p>Further details can be found on our website here: <a href=\"https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk\">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>. </p>\n<p><strong>ADDITIONAL INFORMATION</strong></p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our <a href=\"https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/\">website</a>.</p>\n<p>For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk\">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a> or call our central office on <a href=\"tel:02036689270\">020 3668 9270</a> 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. </p>\n<p>Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details above. </p>\n<p>Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£20,000 - £24,999","publishDate":"2024-12-11T16:20:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-09T16:20:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/c089f4bf-ac21-46cd-af71-696017de4aeb.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"54f8dcb9-ea45-4aa8-9f66-0d2f2e899b1c","title":"Cleaner","employer":"London Borough of Havering","department":"Harrow Lodge Primary School","location":"Harrow Lodge Primary School","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Harrow Lodge Primary School</strong></p>\n<p>Rainsford Way</p>\n<p>Hornchurch</p>\n<p>RM12 4BP</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Cleaner</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Grade: </strong>Grade 1/2, Point 3 - £10,437 actual salary</p>\n<p><strong>Hours: </strong>15 hours per week, 43 weeks per year (Monday – Friday, afternoons)</p>\n<p><strong>Starting date:</strong> Asap</p>\n<p>We are looking to appoint an experienced, committed and dedicated School Cleaner. We expect the candidate to have high cleaning standards under the direction of our Office Manager. The position requires the candidate to be proactive, well organised, enthusiastic, confident, reliable and understand how to care for the site of a primary school setting.</p>\n<p>Harrow Lodge Primary is a kind, warm and friendly school, with happy well-behaved children. The successful candidate will join a strong and dedicated cleaning team of 4 who are committed to high standards and to creating a safe and inviting environment for all children.</p>\n<p>We are a Safer Recruitment School. All staff employed at Harrow Lodge Primary undergo a Disclosure Barring Service clearance.</p>\n<p>Please see attached Job Description & Application Form.</p>\n<p><strong>Only completed applications will be considered.</strong></p>\n<p>Please email your completed application form to Maria Haynes, Business Manager at <a href=\"mailto:mhaynes@harrowlodgeprimary.com\">mhaynes@harrowlodgeprimary.com</a></p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: </strong>Friday 3rd January, 12pm</p>\n<p><strong>Interviews:</strong> w/c 6th January 2025</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><em>The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It is also committed to ensuring that all staff employed at the school has obtained satisfactory Disclosure Barring Service clearance.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Grade 1/2 Point 3","publishDate":"2024-12-11T14:15:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-03T12:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/c7ac4981-2615-4a3e-9771-e9f3212831f1.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0e607f6f-1adb-4ddb-91a4-34cc2ac417d9","title":"Social Worker Fostering (Connected Carers)","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Chatham, Kent","locationType":2,"description":"<p>A vacancy has arisen for an Experienced Social Worker to join the Connected Carers Team. This is an exciting time to join the team and we are seeking a child focused social worker to join us in our improvement journey.</p>\n<p>This role will work with all connected carer and special guardianship applicants with an emphasis on assessment work, developing support plans as well as developing our support services for Special Guardians.</p>\n<p>A large proportion of the work within the team is undertaking Court directed assessments of friends and families when alternative care plans are being considered for children. This is an exciting yet challenging and complex area of social work.</p>\n<p>If you are passionate and committed to improving the lives and opportunities of children and young people, and can ensure that children are at the centre of the work that you do; then we would like to hear from you.<strong><em> </em></strong></p>\n<p>In return we offer you:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Essential Car User allowance or access to a lease car</li>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Our organisation:</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>Important Information-</p>\n<p>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</p>\n<p>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</p>\n<p>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age</p>\n<p>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ 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.</p>\n<p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Up to £46,646 per annum (inclusive of market allowance) + annual retention payment","publishDate":"2024-12-11T12:15:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-25T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/15fd4b2b-1bb4-4280-a0b4-a6b469f71848.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d3d916a6-1359-4465-8b91-45712d967135","title":"Property Services Apprentice","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid – Works part in the office (Gun Wharf) and part from home","locationType":2,"description":"<p>To assist the Property Services team to ensure that the 3000 homes owned by the Council have up to date and accurate asset information in order to create the necessary programmes of work to keep the housing stock in good condition and compliant.<br><br>Provide general administrative support to the Property Services team.<br><br>To book inspections and visits for the Property Services team.<br><br>To complete satisfaction surveys and record results for Property Services programme of works.<br><br>To undertake disrepair calls, log and administer any resulting actions.<br><br>To send letters and monitor responses to follow-up where there is no response.<br><br>Work closely with repairs contactor to raise repairs<br><br><em>A Medway Council Apprenticeship will give you the opportunity to earn a salary and gain a qualification whilst gathering invaluable workplace skills and experience.<br><br></em><em>An opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Property Service Apprentice to join the HRA Property Services Team within the Housing Service. This is a great chance to gain the Business Administrator Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 whilst working for the Property Services Team provide support as listed above. <br><br></em>As part of this role you can expect to undertake the following tasks:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Data inputting</li>\n<li>Scanning</li>\n<li>Filing</li>\n<li>Updating of systems</li>\n<li>Email inbox monitoring</li>\n<li>Maintenance of database</li>\n<li>Calling tenants</li>\n<li>Writing and sending letter</li>\n<li>Responding to simple queries via telephone or email</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>For Level 3 Apprentices - </strong>The Business Administrator Apprenticeship is a two year programme incorporating real work experience and learning, to gain the knowledge and development of skills and behaviours to successfully complete the programme. This apprenticeship involves approximately 18 months on the job development, followed by an end point assessment consisting of a knowledge test, a presentation on the project completed; and a discussion on the portfolio of learning and development produced during the apprenticeship. A grading of either Pass or Distinction is achievable.<br><br><em>Ideally you will have good communication and interpersonal skills, combined with competent IT skills, accurate data entry along with a good attention to detail. However we are happy to support you to reach those goals if you are highly motivated and have the desire to learn and succeed.<br><br></em><em>If this sounds like the role for you, then we would encourage you to apply today.<br><br></em><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile. <br><br></strong>As an Apprentice with Medway Council, you will be a valued member of our Apprenticeship Academy. We will encourage and support you to realise your potential. You will have the opportunity to learn from colleagues who are experts in their field and gain insights that can only come from real world experience<br><br>We will support you every step of the way for you to succeed in your apprenticeship and help you to become the best version of yourself.<br><br>An openness to review and reflect on your performance and progress is important as well as the willingness to accept feedback that will help you to develop and grow in this role.<br><br>Medway Council’s Apprenticeship Academy extends to all our Apprentices a guarantee that their apprenticeship qualifications will be regularly monitored and quality assured with the respective training providers. <br><br>In return we offer you:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>23 days paid annual leave</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Free NUS Apprentice Extra Card- student discounts at 100’s of retailers</li>\n<li>Student rates for Medway Council Leisure Centres</li>\n<li>Student rates for Medway Council Libraries plus free e-books</li>\n<li>Discounted Arriva bus travel</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Important Information<br><br></strong><em><strong>Interviews are likely to be held in person at Medway Council offices at Gun Wharf, if your application is successfully shortlisted.<br><br></strong></em><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager please call 07740 590450.<br><br></em>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.<br><br>Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">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.<br><br><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 3 - £236.80 per week","publishDate":"2024-12-11T12:14:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-06T23:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/7b0de6ac-fec5-4403-b7ea-0cc7c43f8430.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"a1ad036c-19a0-4fe2-b274-ad86c9189813","title":"Behaviour Mentor/Sports Coach","employer":"London Borough of Havering","department":"Koru Independent AP Academy","location":"Koru Independent AP Academy","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>BEHAVIOUR MENTOR AND SPORTS COACH</strong></p>\n<p>WORKING PATTERN:  Full Time 8:00am – 4:00pm (40 weeks per year, 40 hours per week)</p>\n<p>Actual Salary £25,000-£30,000</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We are seeking to appoint an experienced Behaviour Mentor Sports Coach to support our students. This person must be enthusiastic and motivated, with a calm, approachable and personable manner. If you can multitask and work efficiently, both independently and within a team and have a ‘can do’ approach to work, this maybe the job for you.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>WE WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths – Grade C or above</li>\n<li>UKCC Level 2 qualification (or higher) in any sport or appropriate equivalent qualification</li>\n<li>Experience of delivering sports coaching sessions to young people aged between 11 and 16 in a school environment</li>\n<li>Knowledge of behaviour for learning policies</li>\n<li>Knowledge of the range of barriers to learning that students face</li>\n<li>Knowledge of the PE National Curriculum and ability to deliver the curriculum through sport</li>\n<li>The ability to encourage and inspire young people through sport</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Koru Independent AP Academy is a thriving Alternative Provision for 50 students across years 7-11. Our ethos is that “It takes a village to raise a child” and believe in new beginnings and that every child deserves an education.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>All applicants for this post must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with Disclosure & Barring service, health check, right to work check, two satisfactory references and online/social media checks.</p>\n<p>Any questions and visits to the school are warmly welcomed.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>If you feel that this role is for you and you would like to apply, please download and complete the attached application and consent form, or contact The Director of Student Services, Karolyn Bonning <a href=\"mailto:Karolyn.bonning@koru-ed.co.uk\">Karolyn.bonning@koru-ed.co.uk</a>, 01708 204560,  who will also be able to forward you the application pack.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Please see attached the full Job Description and Person Specification</p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"25,000 - 30,000","publishDate":"2024-12-11T10:13:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-10T10:13:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/df1dc58f-4ae3-42f9-b24c-d3b83e37391f.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"fbdc9523-a4f1-41ee-8aec-fd472318468b","title":"Early Help Worker","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Medway Children and Family Hubs","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Family Solutions work holistically with families with multiple and complex needs to enable them to see their strengths and build upon these to make positive changes to their lives. This will be achieved through the Early Help Worker providing both practical and specialist advice to the family as well as acting as a lead co-ordinator for any additional support services. The Early Help Worker will undertake assessments with the family and formulate a plan of intervention with the support of relevant partner agencies which will give the child and their family every opportunity to address the identified difficulties with a positive outcome. The role will also include facilitating groups to children and their families.</p>\n<p>For an insight into what Family Solutions has to offer, please view this<a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hk7j69Krc0c\"> video</a>.</p>\n<p><strong>About You:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>You will hold a recognised qualification and have professional work background relevant to the job you are applying for such as early years/family support/youth work/health/education</li>\n<li>Be passionate about changing outcomes for children and young people</li>\n<li>Have good communication skills to engage children and young people and their families</li>\n<li>Have the ability to maintain accurate and update records in line with GDPR and legislations effective case management. You will be respectful and able to build positive relationships in all aspects of the role</li>\n<li>Have knowledge of safeguarding and relevant legislation</li>\n<li>Experience of working in a multi agency environment</li>\n<li>It is preferable that you hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>In return we offer you:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Essential Car User allowance or access to a lease car</li>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>MedPay – opportunity for pay progression</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong><em>For an informal conversation about this role, please contact Nikki Lloyd, Group Manager on 01634 338847 or 07736924078</em></strong></p>\n<p><strong>This post is subject to an enhanced children's DBS</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interviews for this role will be held on 3rd December 2024 at Wayfield Children & Families Hub.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Our Organisation:</strong></p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Important Information-</strong></p>\n<p>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ 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.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£24,525 - £29,268 per annum","publishDate":"2024-12-11T09:08:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-22T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/1b9f644b-8ef1-4b2b-bb9a-baa1c59d5083.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"b7d8a61c-ae29-44e1-a103-e7cbd317597b","title":"Highways Assistant Engineer (Tunnel, Structures and Drainage)","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Fixed – Permanently office based at Medway Tunnel West Service Building","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are seeking an Assistant Engineer to join Medway Council’s Highway’s department to help maintain the Medway Tunnel. The successful candidate will:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>need to be mechanical and electrical experienced and will be directed by the Senior Engineer (Tunnel, Structures & Drainage),</li>\n<li>ensure regular maintenance regime is kept up to date,</li>\n<li>ensure that documentation is processed and kept relevant,</li>\n<li>ensure the tunnel complies with current regulations,</li>\n</ul>\n<p>The post is based at Medway Tunnel office as part of a small, team. The post holder will need to be willing to join the Tunnel on call rota, for which, full training is given and supported by the Senior Engineer as required. Medway Tunnel has regular overnight maintenance closures, you will be expected to attend all closures. These happen 4 times a year for an average of 3 nights 7pm to 6am.</p>\n<p>The role involves project management, delivering work programmes, monitoring the performance of schemes to ensure services are provided at the highest level.  It also requires raising orders for maintenance programmes and reactive maintenance. The role also supports Highways Drainage and Structures team when necessary. The post holder will also be expected to maintain and further develop the working partnerships between the service and internal / external partners.</p>\n<p>Working as part of the wider Highway Service offers opportunities to be involved in and contribute to a wide range of projects and workstreams.</p>\n<p><strong>About You</strong></p>\n<p>The successful candidate should:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>have demonstrable experience commensurate with the role of Assistant Engineer.</li>\n<li>have suitable experience within Mechanical and Electrical maintenance field.</li>\n<li>Have ability to communicate technical and emotive topics to a wide range of audiences, at all levels.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>The post holder should be educated to minimum GCSE/ BTEC level, working towards a HNC in either a Mechanical or Electrical background, interest in both areas would be advantageous.</p>\n<p>This role is a stationary position, based mainly at the office located at the West Service building at the Medway Tunnel. As this building is only accessible via a motor vehicle, it is therefore, essential that the post holder holds a valid driving licence and access to a motor vehicle.</p>\n<p>A mobile phone would be supplied as part of the role. This post includes an essential car user allowance, plus mileage paid at a per mile rate.  You will benefit from a minimum of 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) increasing to 30 days leave after five years’ service.</p>\n<p><strong>In return we offer you: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency.  Our declaration fits into our <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan\">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change. </p>\n<p><strong>Our organisation: </strong></p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> 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.</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager please call </em>Adam Studniarz-Thring <em>on 01634 334909</em></p>\n<p><em>Interviews are likely to be held virtually via Microsoft Teams.  Full details on how this will work will be sent to you, if your application is successfully shortlisted.</em></p>\n<p><strong>Important Information- </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</strong></p>\n<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>\n<p>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 gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction.</p>\n<p><strong>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. </strong></p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">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.</p>\n<p><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Medway Range 4A - £29,793 per annum","publishDate":"2024-12-10T15:39:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-17T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/89d034c6-f879-46b0-a5b1-003e3dddd516.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9b33b773-4080-4749-94de-eab031b50f9e","title":"Teacher of Science","employer":"Newham Partnership Working","department":"Little Ilford School","location":"Little Ilford School","locationType":3,"description":"<h1>Required September 2025 (or sooner)</h1>\n<p>This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in your teaching career in a well led and supportive faculty within an outstanding school.  Little Ilford is a friendly, inclusive and oversubscribed school in Newham making a big difference to the lives of our diverse student community. In October 2016, we moved into a brand new state-of-the-art building. We have a strong reputation and high expectations of both students and staff and consider this to be an exciting place to work and develop, where creativity and innovation are nurtured. Our targets for attainment and progress are challenging, but staff have the focus and determination to realise them for the benefit of our students.  We really know our students, and focus on them as individuals.  Pastoral systems are strong and we value a curriculum offer and activities that educate the whole child. </p>\n<p>As a school we are absolutely committed to ensuring that all staff have access to comprehensive professional development and have developed an exciting and impactful programme designed to offer training that makes a real difference.  We value a good home/work balance and do what we can to support our staff in this respect. </p>\n<p>We are looking for a committed, enthusiastic and high calibre teacher who has strong subject knowledge in science to join our energetic and dynamic team, ensuring that the quality of teaching and learning in your classroom is outstanding, keeping up to date with curricular developments and ensuring that the subject is popular and successful within the option choices.  You will engage and inspire our students in the subject allowing them to make outstanding progress and achieve strong results.</p>\n<p>We will support and develop you to become an outstanding teacher and provide working partnership opportunities with other schools and departments.  We are an aspirational, reflective and creative learning community where all adults are learners who take risks in order to achieve excellent results for our students. </p>\n<p>Closing date for applications is 26th January 2025 - we will shortlist and interview sooner if we have a strong field.</p>\n<p>We look forward to receiving your application.</p>\n<p><strong>To apply or obtain further information please visit our website </strong><a href=\"http://www.littleilford.newham.sch.uk\"><strong>www.littleilford.newham.sch.uk</strong></a><strong> or for an informal discussion contact Mehz Karim on 020 8928 3548 /email m.karim@littleilford.org</strong></p>\n<p><strong><em>Little Ilford School, Rectory Road, Manor Park, London E12 6JB </em></strong></p>\n<p><strong><em>The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful candidates.</em></strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Inner London Main Pay Scale (Teachers pay and conditions)","publishDate":"2024-12-10T15:14:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-26T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/5eda762d-42a1-44af-a8f6-bdc32ac8595f.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"5dbdc9c4-80c1-4852-abf7-1c1cebbb6738","title":"EAL Teacher & Mid-Phase Admissions Co-ordinator","employer":"Newham Partnership Working","department":"Little Ilford School","location":"Little Ilford School","locationType":3,"description":"<p>This is a fantastic opportunity to teach in a well led, collaborative and supportive English Department.  Little Ilford is a friendly, inclusive and oversubscribed school in Newham making a big difference to the lives of our diverse student community.  We have a strong reputation and high expectations of both students and staff and consider this to be an exciting place to work and develop, where creativity and innovation are nurtured. Our targets for attainment and progress are challenging, but staff have the focus and determination to realise them for the benefit of our students.  We really know our students, and focus on them as individuals.  Pastoral systems are strong and we value a curriculum offer and activities that educate the whole child. </p>\n<p>As a school we are absolutely committed to ensuring that all staff have access to comprehensive professional development and have developed an exciting and impactful programme designed to offer training that makes a real difference.  We value a good home/work balance and do what we can to support our staff in this respect. </p>\n<p>We are looking for a committed, enthusiastic and high calibre teacher who will coordinate the mid-phase admissions process and deliver high-quality EAL lessons to support our diverse student population, to join our energetic and dynamic team.  You will work in the English team, ensuring that the quality of teaching and learning in your lessons is outstanding and keeping up to date with curricular developments.  You will engage and inspire our students in the subject, allowing them to make outstanding progress and achieve strong results.</p>\n<p>We will support and develop you to become an outstanding teacher and provide working partnership opportunities with other schools and departments.  We are an aspirational, reflective and creative learning community where all adults are learners who take risks in order to achieve excellent results for our students. </p>\n<p>We look forward to your application.</p>\n<p><strong>To obtain further information or for an informal discussion please contact Mehz Karim on </strong></p>\n<p><strong>020 8928 3548 /email m.karim@littleilford.org </strong></p>\n<p><strong>The closing date is 18th January 2025</strong></p>\n<p><strong>We may shortlist and interview sooner should we have a strong field</strong></p>\n<p><strong><em>Little Ilford School, Rectory Road, Manor Park, London E12 6JB </em></strong></p>\n<p><strong><em>The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 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Over 650,000 people visited Medway Libraries last year to use books and public computers, attend events and activities and access a wide range of council services.</p>\n<p>The successful candidate will contribute to the day-to-day running of libraries and community hubs including responding to customer enquiries, delivering a range of events for children and adults, managing stock and levying charges for a range of services, as well as actively promoting available services within libraries, archives and the wider council to connect communities, improve wellbeing and promote equality through learning, literacy and engagement in cultural activity.</p>\n<p><strong>In return we offer you:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency.  Our declaration fits into our <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan\">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change. </p>\n<p><strong>Our organisation:</strong></p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> 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.</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please call Will Train on 01634 337356.</p>\n<p><strong>Important Information-</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</strong></p>\n<p>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</p>\n<p>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. 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