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We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.</p>\n<p>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?</p>\n<p><span>We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough</span></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Application process</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. 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W<span>e welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</span>\n</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Training and support:<span> </span></strong>unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Staff offers:</strong><span> </span>includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Arriva Travel Club:</strong><span> </span>great value savings on local bus travel</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Friday Funday Socials -</strong><span> </span>One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Available documents</h2>\n<div>Attached documents are available under links. 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Luton Council is looking for a <strong>Customer Services Advisor Apprentice</strong> to join our busy frontline team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.</p>\n<p>As a Customer Services Advisor Apprentice, you will be the first point of contact for residents, assisting with enquiries both face-to-face and by telephone. You'll play a key role in delivering excellent customer service, ensuring that every interaction is professional, respectful, and helpful.</p>\n<p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Deal with public enquiries in a polite and tactful manner.</li>\n<li>Accurately gather and establish facts to resolve problems efficiently.</li>\n<li>Follow procedures and absorb new information quickly.</li>\n<li>Use Windows-based systems confidently; basic keyboard and admin skills required.</li>\n<li>Undertake basic calculations (e.g. adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing).</li>\n<li>Take concise and accurate interview notes.</li>\n<li>Complete admin tasks including scanning, addressing, and indexing documents.</li>\n<li>Support service delivery during busy periods, which may require adjusted working hours.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About you</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p><strong>What We’re Looking For</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Some experience in problem solving and information gathering.</li>\n<li>Strong spoken and written English.</li>\n<li>GCSE pass in English & Maths or willingness to work towards this.</li>\n<li>Understanding of the impact of discrimination on service delivery and colleagues.</li>\n<li>Willingness and ability to travel across the Borough when needed.</li>\n<li>Residency in the UK for the past 3 years.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Gain hands-on experience in a supportive team.</li>\n<li>Study towards a recognised qualification while earning.</li>\n<li>Be part of a council that values inclusivity, respect, and development.</li>\n<li>Develop key skills for a long-term career in customer service or local government.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>If you're committed, friendly, and eager to learn, we want to hear from you!</p>\n<p><strong>Apply today and start your journey with Luton Council.</strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About us</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>Our ambitious<span> </span><strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong><span> </span>– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. 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This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.<br><br></strong><span>On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received.</span><strong><br></strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Benefits</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br>- From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade<br>- Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave<br>- Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area<br>- Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant<br>- Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)<br>- Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home<br>- Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns<br>- Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways<br>- Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons<br>- Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel</p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>How to apply</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out!<br><br>Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application: <a href=\"https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx\">How to apply</a></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Available documents</h2>\n<div>Attached documents are available under links. 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To be successful in this role you'll need to be on site five days a week.<br><br>Your role covers all aspects of environmental services and grounds maintenance. If you're a seasoned professional within horticultural services, then we want to hear from you.<br><br>To be a success in this role, you're:<ul> <li>Able to work in all weathers and in an outdoor environment.</li> <li>Have a full, clean UK driving licence.</li> <li>Experienced in the field of horticulture.</li> <li>Able to demonstrate practical experience in the use of powered equipment.</li>\n</ul><strong>A company van will be provided in order for you to undertake your duties. </strong><br><br>Here are just a few of the benefits of working at Peabody:<ul> <li>30 days' annual holiday, plus bank holidays</li> <li>two additional paid volunteering days each year </li> <li>flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal </li> <li>4 x salary life assurance</li> <li>up to 10% pension contribution</li>\n</ul>This role will require a Basic DBS check. 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Luton Council is seeking 2 dynamic and experienced professionals to join our leadership team as a <strong>Deputy Head of Service for Family Help.</strong></p>\n<p>In this pivotal role, you will be responsible, as directed by the Head of Service, for shaping and delivering a high-performing, child-centred service that provides early help and protection for vulnerable children and their families across Luton.</p>\n<p>This is an exciting time of rapid change and innovation as we enter a test and learn phase aimed at evaluating service impact and enhancing outcomes. You will work closely with teams and the community to ensure quality assurance, respond to concerns, and monitor key performance indicators. Your leadership will directly influence the strategic direction, standards, and culture of our Family Help and Child Protection teams.</p>\n<p>You will:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Support the Head of Service in driving service transformation and continuous improvement.</li>\n<li>Champion evidence-based practice and a learning culture to achieve the best outcomes for children and families.</li>\n<li>Play a key role in strategic planning, operational delivery, and community engagement.</li>\n<li>Lead on performance, audit processes, and workforce development to build a skilled, resilient, and sustainable workforce.</li>\n<li>Promote equality, inclusion, and the Council’s commitment to regenerate Luton and improve life chances for all.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About you</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>You are an experienced and forward-thinking leader who is passionate about improving outcomes for children, young people, and their families. You thrive in a dynamic environment and bring strategic vision, emotional intelligence, and a commitment to high-quality service delivery.</p>\n<p>You will have substantial experience of working at a senior level within children’s services, with a strong understanding of the complex needs of children and families in a diverse urban setting. You are confident in leading services through change and are driven by a commitment to continuous improvement and achieving excellence.</p>\n<p>Your expertise will include:</p>\n<ul>\n<li><p><strong>Extensive experience</strong> of leading and managing multi-agency services across the public and voluntary sectors, delivering improvements and innovation.</p></li>\n<li><p><strong>A proven track record</strong> in motivating and performance-managing teams to achieve organisational objectives and positive outcomes for families.</p></li>\n<li><p><strong>Strong background in partnership working</strong>, with the ability to build trusted, professional relationships with internal teams, partners, and the local community.</p></li>\n<li><p><strong>Substantial experience</strong> in engaging children and families, increasing their participation in shaping and improving services.</p></li>\n<li><p><strong>Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills</strong>, with the confidence to influence, negotiate, and challenge constructively at all levels.</p></li>\n<li><p><strong>Sound financial acumen</strong>, with experience in managing large budgets and complex funding streams.</p></li>\n<li><p><strong>In-depth knowledge</strong> of safeguarding, statutory frameworks, and current policy developments impacting children and young people.</p></li>\n<li><p><strong>Excellent analytical skills</strong>, with the ability to audit, critique, and improve practice while maintaining focus on outcomes and compliance</p></li>\n</ul>\n<p>At Luton Council, we are proud to serve one of the most diverse and vibrant communities in the UK. This role offers a unique opportunity to help shape the future of children’s services in Luton — to make a real, lasting difference in the lives of children, young people, and families.</p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About us</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>Luton Council has been selected to deliver the government’s Families First for Children Pathfinder programme.</p>\n<p>Luton is one of seven new areas in the second wave to be chosen with the aim of protecting vulnerable children from harm and improving services to help more children stay with their families in safe and loving homes.</p>\n<p>The programme is an amazing opportunity for Luton to shape future social care practice, which includes closer working relationships with our health, police, education and voluntary sector partners.</p>\n<p>Children are at the heart of everything we do in Luton, and we are very proud of the tremendous work that is already taking place together with our partners, including the development of our Family Hubs and working towards making Luton a child-friendly town where our children and young people can grow up feeling happy, healthy and secure.</p>\n<p>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision </strong>– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.</p>\n<p>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?</p>\n<p><span>We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough</span></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Application process</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.</strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Additional information</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br></p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave:</strong><span> </span>linked to length of service and grade</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Buying annual leave scheme:<span> </span></strong>buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Career Pathways:</strong><span> </span>step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Pension scheme:<span> </span></strong>with generous employer contributions of up to<span> </span>20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Generous relocation package:<span> </span></strong>up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Employee Assistance Programme:</strong><span> </span>a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Work/life balance:</strong><span> </span>flexible working options including working from home where possible. W<span>e welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</span>\n</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Training and support:<span> </span></strong>unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Staff offers:</strong><span> </span>includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Arriva Travel Club:</strong><span> </span>great value savings on local bus travel</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Friday Funday Socials -</strong><span> </span>One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Available documents</h2>\n<div>Attached documents are available under links. 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You will also need to be a dynamic and highly motivated individual, with experience and knowledge of public procurement within local government, local government <span class=\"single_desc_int_gb_word\"><span class=\"single_desc_int_gb_word\">decision-</span>making and the ability and confidence to work strategically</span>.</p><p>Your contribution will help the Borough continue to be a vibrant, thriving place to live and work. </p><p><strong>About us:</strong></p><p>Welwyn Hatfield includes the two towns of Welwyn Garden City and Hatfield. The Council is ambitious about providing high quality services to residents.The post holder will have a key role in helping the Council to realise its ambitions by ensuring the Council procures works, goods and services in a modern, efficient, and effective way, for the benefit of residents in the Borough.</p><p>You will join a forward-thinking Council that puts their customers first. We know that in order to provide the best for our residents and visitors, we need to do the same for our people.We have set out to make our workplaces vibrant and happy places to be, places where our people feel safe, content and valued.</p><p>Our CORE values—Collaborative, Open, Responsible, Excellent—guide everything we do.</p><p><strong>About you:</strong></p><p>This is a key management position within the department and in addition to essential management skills we are looking for someone who can lead and inspire departments to achieve best practice and outcomes for procurements.We need a person with excellent interpersonal, communication and IT skills, strong attention to detail, a solution-focussed approach and an ability to engage in a variety of departmental and corporate initiatives.</p><p>You will have:</p><ul>\n<li>A recognised qualification in procurement or relevant experience</li>\n<li>Experience of public procurement and local government <span class=\"single_desc_int_gb_word\">decision-</span>making</li>\n<li>Experience of managing staff, processes and compliance</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><p>We can offer you a unique and attractive working environment in the heart of Welwyn Garden City, flexible working arrangements, access to electric pool cars, as well as the Local Government benefits including pension scheme and generous annual leave allowance.</p><p>If you are interested in working in an ambitious authority, working collaboratively with dedicated officers, and helping deliver an excellent procurement service, we want to hear from you.</p><p>If you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Gavin Ramtohal, Assistant Director Legal and Governance, at <a href=\"mailto:g.ramtohal@welhat.gov.uk\">g.ramtohal@welhat.gov.uk</a></p><p><strong>Closing date for applications is 22 June 2025.</strong></p><p><strong>Remote assessments will be held on 27 June 2025.</strong></p><p><strong>Interviews will be held on 3 July 2025.</strong></p><br><br><b>Keywords:</b><br><br>Welwyn Hatfield, local government, procurement, services, contracts, regulations, community","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Starting salary £49,123pa with potential progression to £52,279pa on achieving designated skills and experience","publishDate":"2025-05-29T13:51:58.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-22T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/f1a4e550-0adb-45c8-bb44-345c9a305617.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"17e14d45-e56f-41f9-9603-bcab7e98bc0c","title":"Housing Officer","employer":"Kisharon Langdon","department":"","location":"333 Edgware Road, London,","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Kisharon Langdon</strong> UK has an exciting opportunity for a <strong>Housing Officer</strong> to join the growing team in Colindale, London.</p>\n<p><strong>About Us:</strong></p>\n<p>Kisharon Langdon are a newly merged charity offering a wider breadth of services of enhanced quality, enabling us to better support people with a learning disability and autistic people and their families. </p>\n<p>From nursery and school to further education, through to employment opportunities and supported living, Kisharon Langdon will enable people with a learning disability and autistic people to thrive and realise their ambitions and aspirations. </p>\n<p>Whilst we support the Jewish community, we celebrate and benefit from the diversity of the communities in which we are based and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We’re looking for caring, enthusiastic individuals who share our values and are passionate about supporting others to live full, independent lives.</p>\n<p><strong>Housing Officer</strong> - <strong>The Role:</strong></p>\n<p>The Housing Officer will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management concerning housing, facilities, and tenancy management in relation to properties within the supported living services in London. The focus of this role will be to ensure that the services are delivered to a high standard and meet the agreed performance targets, establishing and maintaining excellent relationships with internal and external stakeholders.</p>\n<p><strong>Housing Officer</strong> - <strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p>\n<p>- To work with individuals to ensure appropriate assessment and transition of people with learning disabilities moving into supported living housing</p>\n<p>- To provide support and advice on housing options, rights and entitlements on all social welfare topics</p>\n<p>- To be responsible for all London housing projects, ensuring that all are met and follow through to completion in a timely manner</p>\n<p>- Building and maintaining a high profile for the organisation with key partners, both voluntary and statutory, through networking and regular liaison</p>\n<p>- To support the work stream outcome targets, ensuring quality assessments are consistently maintained to the highest level</p>\n<p><strong>Housing Officer</strong> – <strong>You:</strong></p>\n<p>- Experience of working within a supported and/or social housing setting in an assets-based way</p>\n<p>- Good knowledge and understanding of housing options, welfare entitlements, and legal rights<br>- Able to demonstrate a clear understanding of safeguarding requirements and procedures</p>\n<p>- Experience of small-scale project management</p>\n<p>- Full UK Driving license and ability to travel to other sites as required </p>\n<p>- Ability to plan and prioritise a busy workload and work independently</p>\n<p>- Ability to be able to prioritise activity to ensure effective management</p>\n<p><strong>Housing Officer – Benefits:</strong></p>\n<p>- 21 days holiday which increases with length of service, plus bank holidays and Major Jewish holidays, (increases with length of service)</p>\n<p>- Pension scheme - (NatWest Cushion)</p>\n<p>- Blue light card - access to more than 15,000 discounts from large national & local retailers</p>\n<p>- Eyecare benefits – via Vision Express</p>\n<p>- Long service recognition and reward & employer referral bonus</p>\n<p>- Season ticket loan and Bike2Work scheme</p>\n<p>- Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme with free access to independent advice, support and counselling on a wide range of issues</p>\n<p>- Development and career progression opportunities</p>\n<p><strong>How to apply:</strong><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.</p>\n<p>Please note: We may begin shortlisting and interviewing before the closing date, depending on application volume. Early applications are encouraged.</p>\n<p>Please apply online today with your most current up to date CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience. </p>\n<p>To apply for this exciting <strong>Housing Officer</strong> role, please click Apply.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£27,000 to £30,000 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-29T10:33:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-13T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/8fa3ac6f-c1e7-4d4a-bdb1-554edd3e7b50.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f90d9853-4fda-4181-9e09-2d4a8b132d68","title":"Electrician (Multi-Trade)","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"BTS, Central Depot","locationType":3,"description":"<div>\n<p></p>\n<dl>\n<dt>Job number</dt>\n<dd>LBC03958</dd>\n<dt>Contract Type</dt>\n<dd>Permanent</dd>\n<dt>Posting End Date</dt>\n<dd>4 June 2025</dd>\n<dt>Job Area</dt>\n<dd>Property and Construction</dd>\n</dl>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About the job</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p><strong>Salary: £35,235 - £37,938 a year plus washing allowance £78 and Tool Allowance £739.50 a year </strong><br><strong>Hours per week: 37</strong><br><strong>Contract type: Permanent</strong></p>\n<p>Are you a skilled and versatile Electrician looking to make a real impact in your community? Luton Council is seeking a dedicated <strong>Electrician (Multi-Trade)</strong> to join our Property Services Team, delivering high-quality maintenance and refurbishment work across a range of residential and public buildings.</p>\n<p><strong>What you’ll be doing:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Carrying out day-to-day maintenance and project-based refurbishment works using a full range of electrical and associated multi-trade skills.</li>\n<li>Working from drawings and specifications in accordance with Schedule of Rates.</li>\n<li>Diagnosing faults, sourcing required materials, and carrying out repairs and installations with minimal supervision.</li>\n<li>Ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards of quality and compliance.</li>\n<li>Interacting courteously with tenants, clients, and colleagues across the Council.</li>\n<li>Travelling daily between sites across Luton, with equipment.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About you</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p><strong>What we’re looking for:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Proven experience</strong> working with Schedule of Rates, technical drawings, and refurbishment project specifications.</li>\n<li>Demonstrable competence in a range of electrical and associated maintenance tasks.</li>\n<li>Ability to work independently, plan workloads, and meet deadlines.</li>\n<li>Skilled in fault diagnosis, safety assessments, and problem-solving on-site.</li>\n<li>Polite, respectful communicator able to offer advice and support to a range of service users.</li>\n<li>Understanding of how discrimination can affect service delivery and those you work with.</li>\n<li>Good spoken English – able to converse confidently and clearly with the public.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Essential Qualifications & Requirements:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent (City & Guilds or Advanced Apprenticeship).</li>\n<li>\n<strong>18th Edition IEE Regulations qualification</strong> (upgrade).</li>\n<li>Valid UK driving licence – daily travel required.</li>\n<li>Ability to carry and climb ladders for inspections and access to loft spaces/roofs.</li>\n<li>Strong working knowledge of <strong>Health & Safety</strong> regulations in building maintenance.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Why work for Luton Council?</strong></p>\n<p>Joining our team means contributing to meaningful work that directly supports and improves the lives of our residents. You’ll be part of a dedicated workforce that values <strong>diversity</strong>, <strong>teamwork</strong>, and <strong>excellence</strong> in service.</p>\n<p><strong>Ready to apply?</strong></p>\n<p>If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a role where you’ll truly make a difference, we want to hear from you!</p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About us</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>Our ambitious<span> </span><strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong><span> </span>– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.</p>\n<p>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?</p>\n<p><span>We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough</span></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Application Process</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.<br><br></strong><span>On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received.</span><strong><br></strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Benefits</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br>- From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade<br>- Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave<br>- Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area<br>- Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant<br>- Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)<br>- Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home<br>- Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns<br>- Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways<br>- Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons<br>- Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel</p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>How to apply</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out!<br><br>Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application: <a href=\"https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx\">How to apply</a></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Available documents</h2>\n<div>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.</div>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1536862&ptId=11344\">download: Electrician (Multi-Trade) L7 - June 2013.doc</a></li>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1540767&ptId=11344\">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li>\n</ul>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"35235 - 37938 GBP / year","publishDate":"2025-05-29T01:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-04T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/90fb783d-eea8-414b-b1fb-7016c1b9b5ed.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"764c82e8-dcdf-4924-89f6-8f8acd69b19b","title":"Homelessness Prevention & Solutions Officer","employer":"Harrow Council","department":"","location":"Harrow, Middlesex, United Kingdom","locationType":3,"description":"<h4> Job Description </h4><strong>Overview</strong><br><p>The London Borough of Harrow is seeking a Homelessness Prevention & Solutions Officer to join its Housing Services department on a fixed-term contract. In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for delivering the Council’s statutory duties to prevent and relieve homelessness for individuals and families who approach the Council in housing need. The officer will work to prevent homelessness by engaging with landlords and other relevant parties to help households retain their current accommodation. Where this is not possible, they will support a planned transition into the Private Rented Sector or explore alternative housing options to meet the household’s needs. The role involves managing a variety of cases, including complex ones that may be subject to judicial review or ombudsman investigation. Key responsibilities include conducting statutory homelessness assessments, supporting households in sustaining their tenancies, and ensuring a smooth transition into new accommodation. The postholder will play a vital role in reducing the use of temporary accommodation and promoting long-term housing stability.</p><br><strong>About You</strong><br><p>The successful candidate will have:</p><ul>\n<li>Comprehensive knowledge of all core legislation such as the Housing Act 1985, Housing Act 1996 as amended by Homelessness Act 2002, the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, housing needs issues, related legislation and case law.</li>\n<li>Experience of giving advice and information to vulnerable customers and working in a busy front line customer focused environment.</li>\n<li>Experience of carrying out interviews, investigations and negotiations.</li>\n<li>Experience of successfully working to performance targets and deadline.</li>\n<li>Ability to devise Personalised Housing Plans, provide advice to customers verbally and in writing and write accurate and comprehensive decisions on own initiative quoting relevant legislation, case law and statutory guidance. </li>\n<li>Experience of negotiation/advocacy/mediation. </li>\n<li>Experience of carrying out interviews, investigations and negotiations. </li>\n<li>Experience of effective record keeping including electronically. </li>\n</ul><br><strong>Related Documents</strong><br><p>For more information, please refer to the <a href=\"https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=11810&hashed=2080616888\">Role Profile/Selection Criteria</a></p><h4>About us</h4><p> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow & Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.</p><h4>Other information</h4><p> Support for candidates visit:<a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&categoryId=210277\">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11\">below G11</a> and <a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11\">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council\"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a></p><h4>Important Note</h4><p> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice\">equality statement</a>.<br>As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href=\"mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk\">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a><br></p><p> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures.<br>Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible.<br>Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration.<br>The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting <a href=\"www.cifas.org.uk/fpn\">www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a><br></p><p><br></p><img><img>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£41,097 - £43,950","publishDate":"2025-05-28T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-15T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/821d5a98-c572-4d2b-8e47-0237222f4438.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9d1ce45b-8578-4268-ac6c-2951815d7d0f","title":"Assistant Head of Building Control","employer":"Harrow Council","department":"","location":"Harrow, Middlesex, United Kingdom","locationType":3,"description":"<h4> Job Description </h4><strong>Overview</strong><br><p>The London Borough of Harrow is seeking an Assistant Head of Building Control to manage the Building Control team in the regulated environment under the Building Safety Regulator. This role supports the Head of Building Control by overseeing over 1,500 annual Building Regulation applications, including pre-application meetings, fee management, and application processing.</p><p>The Assistant Head will ensure high-quality service delivery, manage substantial capital investments of £1 billion annually, and contribute to Council-wide initiatives. Responsibilities include delivering a high-quality Building Control Service, managing budgets of £1 million in revenue and multimillion-pound work programmes, and collecting the Building Safety Levy. As the Principal Technical Advisor on Building Control matters, the Assistant Head will ensure compliance with relevant legislation and manage the scrutiny and inspection of complex and high-risk building projects. </p><p>This high-level position also deputises for the Head of Building Control, providing essential support and leadership.</p><br><strong>About You</strong><br><p>The successful candidate wll have:</p><ul>\n<li>An understanding of the Council's Equal Opportunity policy in relation to employment, and an awareness of the implications of that policy for this job.</li>\n<li>A detailed working knowledge of current complex Building Control practice procedures and legislation.</li>\n<li>Strong negotiator with applicants and developers in order to achieve compliance with statutory requirements</li>\n<li>Minimum four years working in a Building Control office with experience of checking applications and carrying out site inspections with limited supervision.</li>\n<li>B/TEC Higher Nat/ABE/RICS or equivalent.</li>\n<li>To have achieved Class 3 & 4 as a Registered Building Inspector on the Building Safety Regulator Register.</li>\n<li>Firm commitment to quality assurance meeting BSR Targets/KPIs/OSR.</li>\n<li>Experience of managing multimillion-pound work programmes within the Building Control Speciality.</li>\n</ul><br><strong>Related Documents</strong><br><p>For more information, please refer to the <a href=\"https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=20788&hashed=-1894199430\">Role Profile/Selection Criteria</a></p><h4>About us</h4><p> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow & Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.</p><h4>Other information</h4><p> Support for candidates visit:<a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&categoryId=210277\">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11\">below G11</a> and <a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11\">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council\"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a></p><h4>Important Note</h4><p> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice\">equality statement</a>.<br>As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href=\"mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk\">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a><br></p><p> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures.<br>Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible.<br>Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration.<br>The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting <a href=\"www.cifas.org.uk/fpn\">www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a><br></p><p><br></p><img><img>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£66,972 - £74,898","publishDate":"2025-05-27T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-29T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/02456e68-9c07-42eb-ba00-6b5d29f15ac0.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"b15e5d6f-2cc3-4658-96da-abb6f6751815","title":"Female Assistant Support Worker","employer":"Hightown Housing Association","department":"","location":"Hemel Hempstead","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Female Assistant Support Worker - Fletcher Way </strong></p><p><em>Part-time (22.5 hours) and Full-time (37.5 hours) available</em></p><p>Are you someone who thrives on helping others live more independently and confidently? We are looking for<strong>caring and enthusiastic Female Assistant Support Workers</strong> to join our friendly team at <strong>Fletcher Way</strong>, a supported living service in Hemel Hempstead.</p><p>In this rewarding role, you will support individuals with learning disabilities in their own homes, helping them with:</p><ul>\n<li>Day-to-day tasks like <strong>shopping, cooking, cleaning</strong>, and <strong>budgeting</strong>\n</li>\n<li>Following <strong>personalised support plans</strong> and <strong>risk assessments</strong>\n</li>\n<li>Promoting <strong>independence</strong> and supporting each person’s goals and aspirations</li>\n</ul><p>You’ll be part of a dedicated team that values compassion, teamwork, and person-centred care.</p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>No previous experience in care? No problem! We provide a <strong>structured induction</strong>, <strong>comprehensive training</strong>, and the opportunity to gain an <strong>accredited vocational qualification</strong>.</p><p>We are looking for people who are:</p><ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Passionate</strong>, with a <strong>can-do attitude</strong> and a genuine desire to make a difference</li>\n<li>Able to <strong>communicate effectively</strong> and adapt to different needs</li>\n<li>Flexible and reliable, able to work shifts including weekends and bank holidays</li>\n<li>Committed to <strong>equality, diversity</strong>, and <strong>person-centred support</strong>\n</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Hold a full UK driving licence</strong> and can work to a rota</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Hightown Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li></ul><ul><li>Part-time (22.5 hours/£14,322 pa) & Full-time (37.5 hours/£23,868 pa) available</li></ul><ul>\n<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>\n<li>Mileage paid for car usage</li>\n<li>Fully paid DBS</li>\n<li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li>\n<li>Monthly attendance bonus and annual salary and cost of living review</li>\n<li>Ongoing professional development and training to help you deliver outstanding support</li>\n<li>Refer-a-friend scheme: Earn a £130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for us</li>\n<li>Employee assistance helpline</li>\n</ul><p><strong><em>Please note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and therefore we may close the vacancy early. Interested applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure they are considered</em></strong></p><p><strong>Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.</strong></p><p>We are an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£12.24 Per Hour","publishDate":"2025-05-27T12:04:49.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-24T11:57:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/39429fb5-32b4-437d-8e5c-57989ab18732.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"3662c948-aad1-4d27-b162-121cd3d7bf65","title":"Support Worker","employer":"Hightown Housing Association","department":"","location":"Bushey","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Support Worker - Stainton Court </strong></p><p>Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? We are looking for a<strong>caring and enthusiastic Support Worker</strong> to join our dedicated team at <strong>Stainton Court</strong>, a supported living service for individuals with learning disabilities in Bushey.</p><p>As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in helping people live independently and with dignity. You will work closely with each individual to:</p><ul>\n<li>Assess needs and develop personalised support plans</li>\n<li>Promote independence through life skills such as cooking, cleaning, and budgeting</li>\n<li>Provide personal care with sensitivity and respect</li>\n<li>Follow and contribute to risk assessments and management plans</li>\n<li>Support aspirations and help individuals achieve their goals</li>\n</ul><p>You’ll be part of a friendly, supportive team that values collaboration and compassion.</p><p><strong>About you:</strong></p><p>We are looking for someone with <strong>experience in the care or support sector</strong>, who brings a <strong>can-do attitude</strong> and a genuine desire to help others thrive.</p><p>You will also need to:</p><ul>\n<li>Communicate effectively and adapt to different needs and preferences</li>\n<li>Be flexible and reliable, able to work shifts including weekends and bank holidays</li>\n<li>Work well as part of a team and independently</li>\n<li>Be committed to equality, diversity, and person-centred care</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Hold a full UK driving licence</strong> and have access to a vehicle for work</li>\n</ul><p>We will support your development with a <strong>structured induction</strong>, <strong>comprehensive training</strong>, and the opportunity to gain an <strong>accredited vocational qualification</strong>.</p><p><strong>Hightown Benefits:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li>\n<li>£12,930 for an 18.75 hour a week contract (£13.26 per hour)</li>\n<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>\n<li>Mileage paid for car usage</li>\n<li>Fully paid DBS</li>\n<li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li>\n<li>Monthly attendance bonus and annual salary and cost of living review</li>\n<li>Ongoing professional development and training to help you deliver outstanding support</li>\n<li>Refer-a-friend scheme: Earn a £130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for us</li>\n<li>Employee assistance helpline</li>\n</ul><p><strong><em>Please note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and therefore we may close the vacancy early. Interested applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure they are considered</em></strong></p><p><strong>Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.</strong></p><p>We are an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£13.26 Per Hour","publishDate":"2025-05-27T11:54:38.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-24T11:45:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/9a12f2f7-e9b1-455d-85e8-17931a2e8620.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"dcdcd9e2-2ab7-40ec-b66d-40f0bc924dd3","title":"Head of Delivery, Compliance, Repairs, Planned Investment, and Adaptations","employer":"Harrow Council","department":"","location":"Harrow, Middlesex, United Kingdom","locationType":3,"description":"<h4> Job Description </h4><strong>Overview</strong><br><p>The London Borough of Harrow is seeking a Head of Delivery for Compliance, Repairs, Planned Investment, and Adaptations. This leadership role involves the strategic management of Harrow’s housing asset portfolio, ensuring that all properties are maintained and enhanced in accordance with current policies. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality services to Council tenants and leaseholders, encompassing responsive repairs, planned maintenance, and a comprehensive capital programme. Additionally, the role includes overseeing the implementation of aids and adaptations, ensuring full compliance with Health and Safety regulations, and managing all related budgets effectively.</p><br><strong>About You</strong><br><p>The successful candidate will have:</p><ul>\n<li>Experience of managing and delivering major works, cyclical and responsive repair and stock improvement programmes in residential housing.</li>\n<li>A track record of establishing and maintaining a strong performance culture including effective performance measures, the evaluation service quality and improving service delivery which meets the needs and expectations of customers.</li>\n<li>Strong track record of strategic management of contractors to deliver maintenance and capital works investment driving quality, value for money and resident satisfaction.</li>\n<li>A strong and highly motivated manager with energy and credibility who commands the confidence of Members, senior managers, colleagues, partners and stakeholders.</li>\n<li>Strategic thinker, able to develop strategy and initiate and evaluate changes in policy and procedures.</li>\n<li>Ability to understand the view of service users and to reflect this in IT service design and provision of repairs and maintenance, ensuring that Harrow Residents seamlessly experience the end-to-end processes involving Access Harrow, Client Teams and Contractors.</li>\n<li>Able to act both corporately and collaboratively.</li>\n<li>Strong personal commitment to resident engagement and satisfaction and to attend meetings in both evenings and occasionally weekends.</li>\n<li>A strong commitment to probity, honesty and openness, treating people consistently, fairly and with respect.</li>\n</ul><br><strong>Related Documents</strong><br><p>For more information, please refer to the <a href=\"https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=22528&hashed=-1362436740\">Role Profile/Selection Criteria</a></p><h4>About us</h4><p> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow & Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.</p><h4>Other information</h4><p> Support for candidates visit:<a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&categoryId=210277\">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11\">below G11</a> and <a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11\">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council\"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a></p><h4>Important Note</h4><p> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice\">equality statement</a>.<br>As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href=\"mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk\">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a><br></p><p> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures.<br>Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible.<br>Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration.<br>The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting <a href=\"www.cifas.org.uk/fpn\">www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a><br></p><p><br></p><img><img>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£66,972 - £74,898","publishDate":"2025-05-26T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-15T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/797b3586-3ed5-40fc-ac83-ee0a6b187e47.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"b2ca3f75-f2bc-4575-9a8f-696c0c08470d","title":"Planned Investment Manager","employer":"Harrow Council","department":"","location":"Harrow, Middlesex, United Kingdom","locationType":3,"description":"<h4> Job Description </h4><strong>Overview</strong><br><p>The London Borough of Harrow is seeking a Planned Investment Manager to join its Housing Asset Management Team. In this pivotal role, the manager will be responsible for planning, procuring, and delivering a comprehensive Capital Programme across the housing stock, while also managing the associated capital budget. The position involves overseeing the procurement and management of contractors, as well as the performance management of staff. A key aspect of the role includes working closely with the leasehold specialist to lead the complex S20 consultation process, ensuring risks are effectively managed to minimise any loss of capital income. This is essential to maintaining investment in the Housing Revenue Account and supporting the delivery of services within the Housing Department. The postholder will also lead the programme planning function by ensuring the effective use of data systems, particularly the stock condition system, which supports the development of annual and five-year programmes, as well as 30-year business planning. This data is critical for shaping future maintenance strategies and reducing reliance on responsive repairs.</p><br><strong>About You</strong><br><p>The successful candidate will have:</p><ul>\n<li>Educated to degree level or equivalent or has the equivalent relevant work experience.</li>\n<li>Demonstrable continued learning in all issues relating to health and safety and statutory requirements in the construction field.</li>\n<li>A Professional qualification eg, RICS etc.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of the issues involved in providing a technical client role for housing investment purposes.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of good practice in commissioning and procurement and value for money in matters relating to the delivery of the capital programme.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of current housing issues at national, regional and local level, particularly those relating to housing investment.</li>\n<li>Experience of partnership working with contractors and agencies in the</li>\n<li>public and private sectors.</li>\n<li>Demonstrable success in effective people and resource management a Programme and project management skills. </li>\n<li>High level communication and negotiation skills. </li>\n<li>Ability to accurately assess a problem and effectively arrive at an excellent solution</li>\n<li>Excellent report writing and presentation skills.</li>\n</ul><br><strong>Related Documents</strong><br><p>For more information, please refer to the <a href=\"https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=4272&hashed=-130829328\">Role Profile/Selection Criteria</a></p><h4>About us</h4><p> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow & Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. 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For further information, please contact us at <a href=\"mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk\">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a><br></p><p> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures.<br>Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible.<br>Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration.<br>The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting <a href=\"www.cifas.org.uk/fpn\">www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a><br></p><p><br></p><img><img>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£63,510 - £70,437","publishDate":"2025-05-26T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-15T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/382b013b-67a1-41a3-a92e-0f48c85b9741.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"c58432ef-05b1-4ab7-a2ad-92e2ab732da7","title":"Occupational Therapist - Adult Social Care","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Luton","locationType":3,"description":"<div>\n<p></p>\n<dl>\n<dt>Job number</dt>\n<dd>LBC03908</dd>\n<dt>Contract Type</dt>\n<dd>Permanent</dd>\n<dt>Posting End Date</dt>\n<dd>8 June 2025</dd>\n<dt>Job Area</dt>\n<dd>Adult Social Care</dd>\n</dl>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About the job</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p><strong>Salary: £37,938 - £40,476 a year plus £ 5,000 market supplement allowance and £963 essential car user allowance<br>Hours per week: 37<br>Contract type: Permanent</strong></p>\n<p>We are looking for Occupational Therapists to join our supportive and growing team in Adult Social Care where you will be working to promote the independence, inclusion and well-being of all adults with social care needs.<br><br>You will be working in a Strengths Based way enabling people to:<br>• Have dignity, choice and control in their lives<br>• Live safe, healthy and fulfilled lives<br>• Have an active role in a stronger and prosperous community<br>• Identify the support they need in order to achieve the goals and outcomes that are important to them.<br><br>This role will involve working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team to promote the independence of adults and older people in our diverse community. Using a strengths based approach, the emphasis is on promoting enablement and reablement to empower people to live as independently as they can for as long as they can. You will complete a variety of assessments and interventions to overcome occupational barriers using new techniques and technologies, moving and handling skills, specialist equipment, and environmental adaptations.</p>\n<p><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About you</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>We are looking for someone who will be self-motivated, positive, flexible and innovative. You will need to be able to work collaboratively and promote the benefits of working as one multi-disciplinary team across health and social care.</p>\n<p>You’ll need to be organised and be able to make professional judgements while working with a variety of complex and challenging cases. Applicants for this public-facing post will need to demonstrate excellent communication skills, maintain quality records and write clear, concise reports.</p>\n<p>You’ll have the opportunity to develop your existing knowledge of the legislation and regulations governing Social Care, Housing, and Health & Safety, and how to interpret this in a modern context including personalisation, eligibility criteria, safeguarding and mental capacity.</p>\n<p>As a qualified Occupational Therapist you will hold professional registration, and have experience in health and social care and as well as experience of partnership and inter-agency working.</p>\n<p>If you think you could become an asset to the team, then please do not hesitate to get in touch. We look forward to receiving your application.</p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About us</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision </strong>– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.</p>\n<p>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?</p>\n<p><span>We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough</span></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Application process</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.</strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Additional information</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br></p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave:</strong><span> </span>linked to length of service and grade</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Buying annual leave scheme:<span> </span></strong>buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Career Pathways:</strong><span> </span>step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Pension scheme:<span> </span></strong>with generous employer contributions of up to<span> </span>20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Generous relocation package:<span> </span></strong>up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Employee Assistance Programme:</strong><span> </span>a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Work/life balance:</strong><span> </span>flexible working options including working from home where possible. W<span>e welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</span>\n</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Training and support:<span> </span></strong>unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Staff offers:</strong><span> </span>includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Arriva Travel Club:</strong><span> </span>great value savings on local bus travel</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Friday Funday Socials -</strong><span> </span>One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Available documents</h2>\n<div>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.</div>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1533857&ptId=11333\">download: Occupational Therapist JD (5).pdf</a></li>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1533858&ptId=11333\">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li>\n</ul>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"37938 - 40476 GBP / year","publishDate":"2025-05-24T01:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-08T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/d0716dd8-cedf-4c21-951b-2e7eb719c5c7.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f759e7ca-c9bd-4e6c-ae6b-8921e484ca26","title":"Innovation Officer","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Central Depot, Kingsway, Building 10/Town Hall","locationType":3,"description":"<div>\n<p></p>\n<dl>\n<dt>Job number</dt>\n<dd>LBC03842</dd>\n<dt>Contract Type</dt>\n<dd>Permanent</dd>\n<dt>Posting End Date</dt>\n<dd>5 June 2025</dd>\n<dt>Job Area</dt>\n<dd>Waste, Recycling and Environmental Services</dd>\n</dl>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About the job</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p><strong>Salary: £37,938 - £40,476 a year</strong><br><strong>Hours per week: 37</strong><br><strong>Contract type: Permanent</strong></p>\n<p>Are you passionate about driving change, championing creativity, and making a meaningful impact in local communities? If so, we’d love to hear from you.</p>\n<p>We’re on the lookout for an Innovation Officer to help shape the future of Neighbourhood Services in Luton. In this role, you’ll play a central part in identifying and implementing forward-thinking solutions that support our mission to create Valued. Improved. 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You should be comfortable turning insights into actionable strategies that align with organisational goals.</p>\n<p>You will have proven experience in writing successful grant applications and funding bids, with the ability to navigate funding opportunities and secure resources that drive innovation forward.</p>\n<p>Strong analytical skills are essential. You should be able to undertake market analysis, carry out feasibility studies, and conduct options appraisals, effectively gathering and evaluating data to produce informed, evidence-based recommendations.</p>\n<p>The role requires excellent time management and organisational skills. You must be capable of prioritising your own workload, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and delivering high-quality outputs within set deadlines.</p>\n<p>Exceptional communication skills—both written and verbal—are key. You should be adept at producing engaging presentations, visuals, business cases, and reports that support your work and help secure buy-in from a variety of stakeholders.</p>\n<p>A solid understanding of innovation and best practice in one or more service areas within Neighbourhood Services—such as waste management, street cleansing, parks, public protection, or enforcement—is essential to ground your work in real-world service delivery.</p>\n<p>Finally, you will hold a relevant graduate qualification or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience in a related field.</p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About us</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>Our ambitious<span> </span><strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong><span> </span>– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.</p>\n<p>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?</p>\n<p><span>We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough</span></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2></h2>\n<p></p>\n<p><strong></strong><strong><br></strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Benefits</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br>- From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade<br>- Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave<br>- Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area<br>- Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant<br>- Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)<br>- Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home<br>- Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns<br>- Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways<br>- Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons<br>- Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel</p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>How to apply</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out!<br><br>Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application: <a href=\"https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx\">How to apply</a></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Available documents</h2>\n<div>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.</div>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1514373&ptId=11327\">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1517072&ptId=11327\">download: Innovation Officer JD July 2024.pdf</a></li>\n</ul>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"37938 - 40476 GBP / year","publishDate":"2025-05-24T01:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-05T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/d9b11243-d64e-4dd1-9532-260eec5d8038.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"25a13697-f193-45b6-a2c8-b2c90287369f","title":"Senior Practitioner - Children with Disabilities","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Luton","locationType":3,"description":"<div>\n<p></p>\n<dl>\n<dt>Job number</dt>\n<dd>LBC03552</dd>\n<dt>City</dt>\n<dd>Luton</dd>\n<dt>Contract Type</dt>\n<dd>Permanent</dd>\n<dt>Posting End Date</dt>\n<dd>8 June 2025</dd>\n<dt>Job Area</dt>\n<dd>Children's Social Care</dd>\n</dl>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About the job</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p><strong>Salary: £41,511 - £44,711 a year plus £5,500 market supplement and £963 essential car user allowance (subject to criteria) <br>Hours per week: 37<br>Contract type: Permanent</strong></p>\n<p>The Children with Disabilities (CWD) service offers a comprehensive service to children with significant learning disabilities, physical disabilities and life limiting health conditions. We put children, young people and their families at the heart of everything we do.</p>\n<p>Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, young people, and families? Do you thrive in complex, dynamic environments and bring experience, dedication, and compassion to your work? If so, we’d love to hear from you.</p>\n<p>In this pivotal role, you will work closely with children, young people, families, and multidisciplinary teams to provide vital support and protection for those with complex needs and risks. Your responsibilities will include:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Conducting assessments, statutory visits, and parenting evaluations.</li>\n<li>Planning and implementing tailored, multi-agency interventions.</li>\n<li>Mentoring and coaching less experienced team members.</li>\n<li>Collaborating with internal and external partners for joint casework.</li>\n<li>Driving the development of best practices and procedures aligned with Social Work Professional Standards.</li>\n<li>Supporting management in achieving key performance targets.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About you</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>To excel in this role, you will bring extensive post-qualification experience in social work, coupled with the ability to make sound professional judgments and effectively manage complex cases with minimal supervision.</p>\n<p>Your expertise in analysing situations, assessing intervention needs, and anticipating critical issues will be key to delivering impactful support.</p>\n<p>You should have a comprehensive understanding of legislation and statutory responsibilities within Children and Family Services, as well as a clear grasp of child development, family dynamics, and the unique challenges faced by vulnerable or disabled children.</p>\n<p>Additionally, your awareness of the effects of social deprivation and your ability to respond with empathy and professionalism will enable you to address the needs of those you support effectively.</p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About us</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision </strong>– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.</p>\n<p>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?</p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Application process</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.</strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Additional information</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br></p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave:</strong><span> </span>linked to length of service and grade</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Buying annual leave scheme:<span> </span></strong>buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Career Pathways:</strong><span> </span>step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Pension scheme:<span> </span></strong>with generous employer contributions of up to<span> </span>20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Generous relocation package:<span> </span></strong>up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Employee Assistance Programme:</strong><span> </span>a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Work/life balance:</strong><span> </span>flexible working options including working from home where possible. W<span>e welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</span>\n</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Training and support:<span> </span></strong>unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Staff offers:</strong><span> </span>includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Arriva Travel Club:</strong><span> </span>great value savings on local bus travel</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Friday Funday Socials -</strong><span> </span>One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Available documents</h2>\n<div>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.</div>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1457344&ptId=11337\">download: Senior Practitioner JD.pdf</a></li>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1457346&ptId=11337\">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li>\n</ul>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"41511 - 44711 GBP / year","publishDate":"2025-05-24T01:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-08T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/4b5cf412-4800-45fb-b012-7cfa6b1b54e5.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"34e2d168-e0b1-4786-b970-342f892e9bee","title":"Social Worker - Adoption Team","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Luton","locationType":3,"description":"<div>\n<p></p>\n<dl>\n<dt>Job number</dt>\n<dd>LBC03468</dd>\n<dt>Contract Type</dt>\n<dd>Permanent</dd>\n<dt>Posting End Date</dt>\n<dd>8 June 2025</dd>\n<dt>Job Area</dt>\n<dd>Children's Social Care</dd>\n</dl>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About the job</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p><strong>Salary: £37,938 - £40,476 a year plus £5,500 market supplement and £963 essential car user allowance (subject to criteria)<br>Hours per week: 37<br>Contract type: Permanent</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Join Our Adoption Team as a Social Worker!</strong></p>\n<p>Are you passionate about making a life-changing difference in the lives of children and families? Our Adoption Team is seeking an experienced and dedicated Social Worker to support our mission of creating safe, loving, and permanent homes for children.</p>\n<p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Recruit, Assess, and Prepare</strong>: Work closely with prospective adoptive parents, conducting interviews, compiling reports, and providing expert advice to assist the Panel in making informed decisions.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Support Matching and Placement</strong>: Help approved adopters find the right match, providing support during introductions, placement, and the adoption process, including court representation and training as needed.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Permanency Planning Leadership</strong>: Play a key role in permanency planning by guiding and supporting child care social workers with decisions and processes related to adoption.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>If you're ready to make a difference and want to be part of a supportive, professional, and diverse team, <strong>apply today</strong>!</p>\n<p><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About you</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>We are looking for a compassionate and experienced professional who is ready to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families. If you are a qualified social worker with:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Extensive Experience</strong>: Significant post-qualifying experience in the social or health care field.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Strong Decision-Making Skills</strong>: Confidence in making professional judgments in multidisciplinary settings.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>A Solid Understanding of Child Care and Adoption</strong>: Including knowledge of child care and adoption legislation, and the lifelong impact adoption has on adopted people, their families, and birth families.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Expertise in Communication</strong>: Familiarity with theories and techniques for effectively communicating with children.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>In-Depth Knowledge of Legislation</strong>: Comprehensive understanding of statutory responsibilities and quality standards in Adoption Services.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We do ask that you have DipSW, CQSW, or an equivalent recognised professional qualification.</p>\n<p>This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, has a passion for child welfare, and wants to be part of a team that creates life-changing outcomes for children and families.</p>\n<p>If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!</p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About us</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision </strong>– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.</p>\n<p>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?</p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Application process</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.</strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Additional information</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br></p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave:</strong><span> </span>linked to length of service and grade</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Buying annual leave scheme:<span> </span></strong>buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Career Pathways:</strong><span> </span>step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Pension scheme:<span> </span></strong>with generous employer contributions of up to<span> </span>20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Generous relocation package:<span> </span></strong>up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Employee Assistance Programme:</strong><span> </span>a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Work/life balance:</strong><span> </span>flexible working options including working from home where possible. W<span>e welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</span>\n</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Training and support:<span> </span></strong>unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Staff offers:</strong><span> </span>includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Arriva Travel Club:</strong><span> </span>great value savings on local bus travel</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Friday Funday Socials -</strong><span> </span>One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Available documents</h2>\n<div>Attached documents are available under links. 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Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. 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