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Job Title: Duty Community Care Officer Starting Salary: £30,559 progressing to £33,366 per annum – pay award pending Hours: 37 Location: Hemel Hempstead Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Adult Care Services<h4>About the team</h4>Join our dynamic, high performing &amp; friendly team at the forefront of Adult Social Care in Hertfordshire, where your passion and dedication can make a real difference through prevention, early intervention, and enablement.We are looking for a Duty Community Care Officer to join our busy Assessment Teams at Gateway South and West, in the Connected Lives Gateway Service.<h4>About the role</h4>As a Duty Community Care Officer, you will support the Team Managers with tasks related to people referred into the service.&nbsp; This will be ensuring good communication with people &amp; their families, their referrers and&nbsp; &nbsp;other partners involved with the person.You will follow up on planned interventions from staff after assessments and the cease of their involvement, such as progress chasing the delivery of specialist equipment and ensuring the equipment is installed and meeting their desired outcomes.You will hold strength-based conversations with adults or carers to understand their desired outcomes and explain how these can be met through the preventative and reablement pathway.This &nbsp;&nbsp;post includes &nbsp;a high proportion of &nbsp;telephone contact with adults and carers referred to the team, seeking consent and establishing their views and reasons for referrals, to help the triage of the Team Managers in &nbsp;planning proportionate responses, ensuring &nbsp;the safety and well-being of &nbsp;the adult or their carers based on reasons for our involvement, nature, risk and complexity of their needs or those of their carers.You will have knowledge of local resources, services and facilities and provide information, advice and signposting to prevent, delay or reduce care and support needs of adult or support needs of carers.You will resolve individuals' needs through a range of creative interventions and connect them with wider social networks and community resources to meet some of their desired outcomes immediately or organize personalized solutions by collaborating with various partners.Although you will be largely office based at Apsley, you may be asked to travel as part of the role to residents’ homes providing information, advice and support to prevent, reduce and delay their needs for care and support.Specialist training will be provided to assess functional abilities and utilise assisted technology and equipment-based solutions.This is a&nbsp;fast-paced team with clear solution focused short term involvements with a Reablement First focus.<h4>About you</h4>Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Full UK Driving Licence</li><li>Previous experience in a Social Care setting</li><li>Strong communication and negotiation skills</li><li>Strong telephone skills</li><li>A good standard of recording and ability to summarise findings</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC8 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Boban Jose on <a href="mailto:boban.jose1@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">boban.jose1@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> or 07458 049353 for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 15 August 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Hertfordshire County Council

Duty Community Care Officer

Job Title: Fostering Outreach Worker Starting Salary: £33,366 progressing to £36,124 per annum (pro rata for part time) – pay award pending Hours: 37.0 Location: CountywideThis is a hybrid role – The postholder will work across Hertfordshire.Working from the office will be required on an ad hoc basisContract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic practitioner to take on the role as a Fostering outreach worker.The Fostering Service has a pool of outreach workers and the advertised Outreach worker roles, will have a specific responsibility for providing support to fostering families within a new Fostering initiative, called NEST fostering.The NEST fostering scheme is due to launch in 2024 with the purpose of creating a hub of foster carers who will be closely supported to offer safe and nurturing fostering homes to children, as an alternative to residential care.The foster carers and children will be closely supported by 1 Fostering senior practitioner, 1 Therapeutic parenting practitioner and 2 dedicated Fostering outreach workers.As well as supporting the NEST fostering families, the outreach workers will be part of a larger Fostering outreach service that will be provide emergency outreach support to Fostering families across all Fostering teams when required. The outreach workers will be offering support out of hours, including weekend support on a rota basis.<h4>About the role</h4>This is a permanent post within HCC Children’s Services and for the first three years the post will work in the way described in this advert. Following this three year period, it is possible that the post holder may be moved to a slightly different but similar role or team within Children’s Services.The postholder undertake direct work with foster carers and children placed with them, using a range of therapeutic parenting interventions, organised through the ARC framework in collaboration with senior colleagues.They will contribute to assessments and care planning for children who have experienced significant developmental trauma.They will also maintain records and provide information manually and electronically including LCS.The postholder will be proactive in keeping own professional knowledge and skills up to date through supervision, training and other development opportunities.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Driving licence and access to vehicle</li><li>You should hold relevant childcare qualifications and / or experience working with children and families.</li><li>An understanding of child protection policies and procedures as well as child development will be desirable. You will understand and support the purpose of Fostering and be willing and able to respond appropriately to challenging situations.</li><li>You will have excellent communication and listening skills being empathetic and insightful to the needs of traumatised children and adolescents. You will be calm, resilient, nurturing and emotionally aware with a passion for helping children affected by abuse and neglect to meet their potential through therapeutic care. You will be willing to learn and develop your skills and practice through training and additional study.</li><li>You will be able to function effectively in stressful situations and able to communicate with children, colleagues and professionals. Whilst being flexible and creative in achieving the responsibilities of this post you will deliver to high standards.</li><li>You will understand and demonstrate the need for confidentiality and data protection</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC9 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Rakhee Rollinson (<a href="mailto:rakhee.rollinson@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">rakhee.rollinson@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>)Interview Date: 8th August 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Job Title: Supported Living Manager Starting Salary: £46,731 progressing to £51,802 per annum – pay award pending Hours: 37 Location: Letchworth and Stevenage Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Adult Care Services<h4>About the team</h4>The people who live at Orchard House and Stevenage Group Homes Supported Living have full and varied lives but also need day to day support as they have learning, or other, disabilities. We support and empower up to 27 people across three sites, to live as independently as possible.We are currently looking to offer this opportunity to a person who has some managerial experience and wants to further their career.&nbsp; The manager oversees the operational management of these services and collaboratively better the lives of the people we support. As the service manager, you will be accountable for ensuring safe and effective delivery of the service and will be responsible for meeting required standards of staffing, in accordance with the Health &amp; Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014.<h4>About the role</h4><ul><li>To manage support for adults with learning disabilities whilst taking responsibility for all practice and ongoing support planning, ensuring all staff are aware of and meet the requirements of the Care Quality Commission</li><li>Lead effective communication and liaison with Social Work Teams, Community Learning Disability Teams (CLDT), Health Professionals, Housing Association, other service managers, and transition teams working with young adults.</li><li>Developing and empowering staff to support adults with learning disabilities of which, some will have other needs, such as physical disabilities and some with other complex needs.</li><li>You will monitor staff performance, provide support, recognise talent, and implement appropriate individual career and development plans.</li><li>Responsible for advising on and developing policies, procedures, and operational systems to reflect the aims and objectives of the service.</li><li>Responsible for personnel and employee relations, including grievances, ill health, and disciplinary procedures. Responsibility for the recruitment and induction of all staff in line with the General Social Work Council Code of Practice and Care Standards Act 2000.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>RQF (Formerly QCF) Level 4 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.</li><li>Full driving license</li><li>Managerial experience in a social care setting</li><li>Experience of working within regulatory body frameworks ie CQC or PAMMS</li><li>Experience working with adults with disabilities</li><li>Experience with grievances, ill health, and disciplinary procedures</li><li>Experience with Recruitment</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC12 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Rebecca Wells, Group Manager on 07812 324177&nbsp;for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 3 August 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Supported Living Manager

About the BoroughThis special place in South West London between the capital and the country has been a Royal borough longer than anywhere else - it is where the first kings of England were crowned.Today it is a vibrant and diverse borough, with a long history and strong cultural and community heritage. Kingston's riverside location, fantastic retail offer, historic market place and church, parks and gardens all make Kingston town centre the vibrant space it is, and each of our district town centres (Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth and Chessington) have something unique to offer.Situated in Zone 6, Kingston is among the best-connected town centres in London – with direct train links from Kingston and Surbiton stations to Clapham Junction and London Waterloo, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and Tramlink.Kingston’s people are innovative and entrepreneurial, and have a strong sense of community pride. The borough has been home to great industry and creativity for many years, reflected in assets such as the Rose Theatre, the International Youth Arts Festival and Kingston University, which boasts more new graduate business start-ups than any other.We have seen tremendous generosity and compassion within our communities, particularly in response to COVID-19, which is a demonstration of Kingston’s key strength. The council offers a strong level of support to vulnerable groups and those who need additional support, which has also increased significantly as a result of the pandemic. Like most places, the average age of our population is rising as more people are living longer, so we are working closely with residents to help them maintain their independence and further improve the cost effectiveness of our service to meet the ongoing rise in demand.Kingston is home to people from diverse and interesting cultures and backgrounds, which helps to create the rich sense of community shared across the borough. In particular, Kingston has a large Sri Lankan Tamil community and is home to more people from Korea than any other part of the UK.About the Service and TeamThis role sits in our Public Health Team which is responsible for supporting all Kingston residents to live in good health, leaving no-one behind.&nbsp; Rather than focussing on the health of the individual, we work to protect and improve the health of communities and population groups, working closely with a wide range of partners to do so.&nbsp; Examples of our work include ensuring people have access to nutritious food and physical activity opportunities; supporting healthy behaviours; protecting the public from infectious diseases; and funding public health services like health visiting, sexual health services and NHS Health Checks.&nbsp; You will also work closely with the CorporateExecutive Support team, which is part of the Council's wider Business Support Service.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateAbout the Rolehis role provides a unique opportunity to work as part of the Public Health Team providing high level executive support to the Council’s Director of Public Health and senior management team.&nbsp; This is a fast paced role in a busy and challenging environment and will require you to manage ever changing priorities in a quick but calm and efficient manner.&nbsp;Working closely with the Director of Public Health, you will provide their right hand support from the day to day organisation of their diary, meeting and inbox management through to providing a support role in areas such as project management, human resources and ICT.&nbsp; The role will require you to use your own initiative, be confident in decision making and be proactive in your approach and support.&nbsp; You will also work closely with their senior management team and direct reports.&nbsp;In this role you will cover a variety of executive support tasks including significant diary management; <ul><li>Inbox management (which includes keeping a close eye on any urgent Health Protection matters); </li><li>Organisation and facilitation of meetings and events (e.g. refreshments and equipment, booking venues, invitations etc); </li><li>Administration of corporate tasks (e.g. management of Freedom of Information requests); and </li><li>Financial administrative tasks. </li></ul>You will also support key programmes of work for the Corporate Heads of Service within Public Health, such as organising steering groups (and associated work) for complex projects, supporting administration of key regular meetings and forums, supporting the administrative arrangements for urgent health protection actions (such as setting up Incident Management Team ‘IMT’ meetings and supporting organisation of any necessary health protection measures), Connected Kingston and health improvement programmes, which will include liaison with a large number of internal and external partners.&nbsp; This role reports to the Director of Public Health and is managed by the Head of the Chief Executive’s Office.About our ideal candidate We are looking for an individual with significant executive assistant experience to support the Director of Public Health and senior management team to fulfil their statutory duties.&nbsp; We are looking for someone who can demonstrate extensive experience working at senior Executive Assistant level, along with exceptional organisational and communication skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.You will have the ability to embrace and demonstrate a digital mindset with a can-do attitude that has the confidence to constructively problem solve.&nbsp;Along with an eagerness to drive continual improvement both within the position and personal, you will be a keen to collaboratively work with a team that uses initiative and discretion.Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li><li>Flexible and agile working arrangements</li><li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li><li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li><li>Subsidised gym membership</li></ul>Application ProcessPlease apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the ‘Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme’ at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we’re incredibly proud of.Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce.As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role.We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer and this means that everyone working at the Royal Borough of Kingston, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors and suppliers receive the London Living Wage. The real Living Wage is higher than the government’s minimum, or National Living Wage, and is an independently calculated hourly rate of pay that is based on the actual cost of living.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.





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Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames

Executive Assistant to the Director of Public Health & Project Support for Public Health Programmes

Job DescriptionCareline Alarm WardenSalary: £32,490 - £36,870 per annum (pro rata to hours worked as part time), plus 30% shift allowance&nbsp;Grade: DVacancy: 12.33 hours per week (Saturday night shift– 18.50pm – 7.10am) We are seeking an exceptional, engaging and committed individual to join us as an Alarm Warden. This role is a varied and interesting opportunity to work as part of a team. You will support vulnerable service users within the borough, whether this is by providing support on the phone, driving to the residents property to assist with an accident or injury, liaising with family members, contacting emergency services or other professionals or taking emergency calls for our out of hours service such as social services, emergency planning or highways.&nbsp;You will need to have excellent communication skills, ICT skills to log jobs and the ability to work on your own initiative to prioritise tasks and calls whilst remaining calm and professional.If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp; This is a rewarding role, full on the job training will be provided.&nbsp;The Careline operates 365 days of the year, 24 hours a day so flexibility to work days, nights, weekends and bank holidays are essential.&nbsp;We have a vacancy for a Saturday night shift working from 18.50pm to 7.10am – 12.33 hours per week.A DBS check at Enhanced Level with Adults Barred List will be required for this role as is the need for the post-holder to hold a full UK manual driving licence and a good knowledge of the local area.&nbsp; Should you have any questions or queries about the role please email <a href="mailto:tmitchell@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">tmitchell@thurrock.gov.uk</a>. &nbsp; Advert Closing Dates: <ul> <li>Redeployment Applications Only:&nbsp;17th July 2025</li> <li>Internal &amp; External Applications:&nbsp;27th July 2025</li> </ul> Interview Date:: To Be Confirmed &nbsp; Previous applicants need not re-apply. &nbsp; To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EV3IRD6hSYdDpIO0OALM10sB2VQKq8il5N0vGWeRYehiIQ?e=OtNJMy" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> If you encounter an error message when opening the Job Profile link please refresh the error page” Application Requirements&nbsp; As part of the Safer Recruitment process, Gap Management is required for all Safeguarding roles. Please complete the Gaps in Employment grid provided (refer to the example document for guidance) and upload it under Miscellaneous Documents as part of your application.&nbsp;&nbsp; If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications. &nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EXtYMXeGlbVPjAoxHwfnCuIB6KNWFCXe3i6bJI6MRBQZ-Q?e=dGt2M1" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Form</a> <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Ecz7hL-hyYFGvVpdkZ55ozkBS_giEjpigg97yi5KrF2SVw?e=vKePlG" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Example&nbsp;</a>About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. 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Thurrock Council

Careline Alarm Warden

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Job Title: Senior Policy Adviser x 4&nbsp;
Directorate: Policy, Research and Voter Engagement&nbsp;
Starting salary band: Band C: £40,031 - £42,033 per annum&nbsp;
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Location: Preferred location is London as this is where majority of the team and stakeholders are based. We will consider applicants who can work from either Cardiff, Edinburgh, Belfast office locations, or full-time remote home working. &nbsp;
Working at the Electoral Commission&nbsp;
The Electoral Commission is the independent body which oversees elections and regulates political finance in the UK. We work to promote public confidence in the democratic process and ensure its integrity.&nbsp;
We offer excellent terms and conditions, including flexible working hours and the opportunity to join the Civil Service pension arrangements, fantastic office space and endless opportunities for personal development and continuous learning.&nbsp;
The Role&nbsp;
We have four exciting new vacancies in our Policy team. This is a unique opportunity to join us at a pivotal time, as we respond to a range of policy challenges and major new elections legislation across the UK. You’ll be part of delivering our new corporate plan and shaping the future of elections and political regulation.&nbsp;
As Senior Policy Adviser, you will act as the primary point of contact in relation to key policy areas and provide expert policy advice to leadership on a range of matters. You’ll lead on a range of policy areas related to electoral administration and political finance across the UK and internationally. &nbsp;
Your responsibilities will include leading flexible, high-quality policy analysis; analysing and commenting on draft legislation; briefing policy makers in Government and key internal stakeholders on reform proposals; planning and managing the delivery of key policy projects, often involving multiple stakeholders and competing deadlines.&nbsp;
You will be involved in research projects, monitor and report on the impact of significant changes to elections in the UK and internationally, and develop specialist knowledge about election law and policy, and innovative thinking about regulatory challenges of new campaign techniques.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Who we are looking for&nbsp;
We are looking for someone with experience of leading policy development and a proactive, collaborative attitude.&nbsp;&nbsp;
You should be a self-starter with a positive outlook and strong organisational skills, comfortable working independently and at pace, with limited supervision. You will be confident leading on a range of different projects at the same time, under the guidance of your Policy Manager.&nbsp;
You will be proficient in analysing information, identifying trends, and presenting findings to influence decision makers, and have the ability to interpret complex legislation and translate it for others.&nbsp;
You should be able to communicate with a wide range of audiences and in a variety of formats – from meeting with government officials to writing blog posts for our website. You will bring your creativity, strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to evidence-based policy-making to our work.&nbsp;
Familiarity with UK political systems and structures including devolution in the UK, and an interest in democracy and the electoral process in the UK will be advantageous, but is not an essential requirement of this role.&nbsp;
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Other Benefits&nbsp;
The Electoral Commission contributes 28.97% of your basic salary towards you being a member of the Civil Service Pension scheme. Find out what <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">benefits a Civil Service Pension provides</a> and the conditions involved. &nbsp;
The Electoral Commission offers a competitive mix of benefits including: &nbsp;
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A culture of flexible working, such as flexi scheme, homeworking and compressed hours. &nbsp;
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Automatic enrolment into the Civil Service Pension Scheme, with an employer contribution of 28.97%. &nbsp;
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A working from home allowance of £312 per annum is paid as a tax-free working from home allowance. &nbsp;
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A minimum of 28 days of paid annual leave, plus eight bank holidays increasing up to a maximum of 30 days after four years. &nbsp;
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An extensive range of learning and professional development opportunities, which all staff are actively encouraged to pursue. &nbsp;
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Eye care vouchers, Ride 2 Work and an opportunity to sell up to five days annual leave at the end of the annual leave period. &nbsp;
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A hybrid office/home based working model where staff will spend 40% of their time in the office. &nbsp;
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More information on how to apply&nbsp;
To remove bias from our recruitment, process the Electoral Commission operates anonymous recruitment. &nbsp;Please apply by supplying an anonymous CV, without reference to your name, age, ethnicity or other personal identifiable information. Failure to supply anonymous CV and cover letter will result in your application being rejected.&nbsp;
We want to attract the broadest range of talented people who are passionate about democracy. The more diverse our workforce, the better we can adapt to and reflect the needs of society. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and as a staff member you will become part of an inclusive culture, where you will have the opportunity to achieve your full potential and enhance your career through learning and development.&nbsp;
Closing date is 27 July 2025 at 23:59. &nbsp;
Shortlisting will take place week commencing 28 July 2025&nbsp;
Interviews will be held in the week commencing 11 August 2025&nbsp;
If successful- 2nd stage interviews will be held within a week of the first interview&nbsp;
Applicants who are applying for the London based position will be expected to attend the interview in person at our offices in Bunhill Row, London. We may use video conferencing tools for the interviews of applicants based in any of the devolved office locations. We will confirm details with shortlisted candidates. Electoral Commission does not compensate candidates for the travel costs incurred due to interview attendance.&nbsp;
If you are interested in applying for this role, please download the job description before applying online.&nbsp;
If you have any further questions about the role, please don’t hesitate to contact the recruitment team on <a href="mailto:recruitment@electoralcommission.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@electoralcommission.org.uk</a> who will be happy to help.&nbsp;

Senior Policy Adviser

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We’re driving forward an ambitious programme of regeneration and development – delivering high-quality spaces for our residents, businesses, and staff and creating places that are built to last.
Our Commercial &amp; Property team is at the heart of this transformation. And now, we’re looking for a Projects Delivery Assistant to help keep our projects on track and make a real difference to our district.
If you're highly organised, a confident communicator, and excited about helping deliver projects that matter – we want to hear from you.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
As a Projects Delivery Assistant, you’ll support our busy Construction Project Managers with the day-to-day running of capital development projects – from tracking budgets and monitoring progress, to liaising with stakeholders and keeping key records up to date. You'll play a vital role in helping us deliver new homes, community buildings and improvements to the Council’s estate.
You’ll be based at our Council offices in Sevenoaks, with occasional travel to sites across the district – so no two days will be the same.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
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<li>Supporting the delivery of exciting regeneration and construction projects</li>
<li>Helping to manage budgets, raise purchase orders and process invoices</li>
<li>Keeping project records accurate, up-to-date and version-controlled</li>
<li>Liaising with contractors, consultants, colleagues and residents</li>
<li>Attending meetings, taking notes, and following up on actions</li>
<li>Assisting with procurement, contract management and public engagement</li>
<li>Responding to project enquiries from both internal and external stakeholders</li>
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WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE
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<li>&nbsp;A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for site visits</li>
<li>Recent experience in a project support or assistant role</li>
<li>Strong organisational and communication skills</li>
<li>Good attention to detail, with confidence using Word and Excel</li>
<li>A flexible, team-focused approach with the ability to manage your own workload</li>
<li>A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for site visits</li>
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What’s in it for you
This is a real chance to shape the future of our places and spaces. You’ll gain hands-on experience, grow your confidence, and play a key role in supporting the delivery the buildings and environments that matter most to our district.
We are one of the few local government authorities to hold Platinum Investors in People, an accreditation which highlights our passion in supporting people, developing talent and working collaboratively and innovatively.
Other benefits include:
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<li>Enhanced annual leave of 24 days (excluding bank holidays)</li>
<li>Additional leave after 5 years of service</li>
<li>Extra Christmas closure day</li>
<li>Generous Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Free Parking</li>
<li>Employee benefits including discounts on shopping, travel days out and more, Tusker car salary sacrifice scheme and discounts with your MOT</li>
<li>Access to BUPA Employee Assistance Programme, a free, 24/7, confidential counselling and wellbeing support service</li>
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Find out more
For an informal discussion about this role, please get in touch with Andrew Connors on +441732227018
Best chance of being shortlisted
Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements, as your application will be judged against these criteria.
Closing date: 13th August&nbsp;
Interview date:&nbsp;28th August

Project Delivery Assistant

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Job Title:&nbsp;Deputy Service Manager Location:&nbsp;This residential site, located in Lewisham (South-East London) and benefits from great transport links, including convenient access to nearby train services. Kindly be aware that step free access may not be available at this service.&nbsp;
Salary:&nbsp;£35,000
Shift Pattern:&nbsp;37.5 hours per week, Monday to Sunday between 09:00 - 17:00, you may need to work outside these hours, and this role may need to work bank holidays as per service requirements. You will also take part in our out of hours on call rota for managers.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We’re looking for a warm, driven and enthusiastic individual to join our Lewisham team as Deputy Service Manager (DSM). This role offers an opportunity to support and grow a trauma-informed, inclusive service for people with mental health and complex needs. You’ll work within our Integrated Community Rehabilitation Service, supporting residents who’ve been discharged from acute mental health wards starting structured rehabilitation support for 9 months in the community. The service has two community rehab services which offer 24‑hour support ensuring compassionate, around‑the‑clock care. As a DSM, you’ll line manage around 8 staff per site and will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to collaborate with probation, job centres, mental health teams and other community partners.&nbsp;
We’re looking for someone compassionate and experienced in mental health and complex needs someone who brings empathy, tailored support and real dedication to help each resident thrive. The role includes:
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<li>Line Management and Leadership, supporting your team providing advice, guidance and support throughout their employment lifecycle</li>
<li>Support the Service Manager in leading the day to day operational delivery of the service</li>
<li>Risk Management ownership, ensuring processes and policies are followed</li>
<li>Property and Housing Management, ensuring the accommodation meets our requirements, and repairs and maintenance are regularly reported and completed</li>
<li>Financial Management, including petty cash and budget management</li>
<li>Contract management and Internal auditing, admin, and general other duties as required.&nbsp;</li>
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ABOUT YOU
We are seeking a passionate, driven and motivated colleague to lead this service in a trauma informed and inclusive way. Someone who is knowledgeable in the needs of our residents, particularly within mental health and complex needs and can support the team in delivering excellence. You will be driven with passion for what we do, and be able to work flexibly to meet service needs, providing new ideas and opportunities to develop the service further to continue to achieve excellence! Further, we look for:
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<li>Understanding and/or experience of working with people of complex backgrounds, mental health, substance misuse, challenging behaviours and lead with empathy</li>
<li>You will have previous experience in creating co-produced support plans, key working, and care plans</li>
<li>Ideally previous experience in people management and development; Ability to motivate, and empower others to achieve their personal goals and overcome barriers</li>
<li>Ability to provide advice, offer practical advice and support covering housing, mental health signposting, and more to staff and residents</li>
<li>Ability to lead a team to achieve service KPI's with support and encouragement</li>
<li>Ability to show genuine empathy for residents and understand the challenges they face</li>
<li>You will need some level of IT ability as we record records using our online CRM systems and use Microsoft programs daily</li>
<li>You share our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency in your everyday work</li>
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Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
What we offer
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<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>
<li>Pension Scheme including 3% employer contribution</li>
<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>
<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work</li>
<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>
<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>
<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>
<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>
<li>EDI Ambassador programme</li>
<li>Be part of an organisation which believes good care and support improves lives.</li>
<li>Join an organisation with a mission to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.</li>
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We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives and experiences of all of our employees. We have a team of staff ambassadors who volunteer to actively support us in fortifying our organisational value of Inclusivity. They embrace this unique opportunity to deliver awareness, events, and developments to our organisation to support us in ensuring our value of Inclusivity is embedded throughout the organisation.&nbsp;
SIG actively encourages applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly lived experience; Naturally, we approach any emerging issues with empathy and sensitivity.&nbsp;
About Social Interest Group (SIG)
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change.&nbsp; Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be" target="_blank">Theory of Change</a>&nbsp;Further details can be found on our website here:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>.&nbsp;
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.&nbsp;
For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a>&nbsp;or call our central office on&nbsp;<a href="tel:02036689270" target="_blank">020 3668 9270</a>&nbsp;to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back.&nbsp;
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Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.&nbsp;
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our&nbsp;<a href="https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/" target="_blank">website</a>.
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Deputy Service Manager

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Grade 10- £57663- £61980pa Drive Strategic Value from IT Contracts and Commercial Partnerships We are looking for a commercially astute and strategically minded professional to lead the IT Commercials function at Havering. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring that our IT contracts, procurement activities, and supplier relationships deliver maximum value, compliance, and performance. About the Role As IT Commercials Manager, you will be the lead officer for all IT contract and procurement matters, working closely with Corporate Procurement and senior stakeholders. You will oversee the development and implementation of commercial strategies, manage complex procurements, and ensure robust contract and supplier performance management. You will also be responsible for financial planning and control within the IT Service, supporting budget holders and ensuring that expenditure aligns with strategic priorities and delivers value for money. Key Responsibilities <ul>
<li>Lead the IT contracts and finance function, ensuring effective procurement, contract management, and financial oversight.</li> <li>Develop and implement procurement strategies and standards that align with legislation, council policies, and information governance requirements.</li> <li>Manage complex procurements and act as the escalation point for significant commercial issues.</li> <li>Monitor supplier performance using KPIs and lead interventions to address underperformance or compliance failures.</li> <li>Provide expert advice on financial planning, forecasting, and budget management across the IT Service.</li> <li>Build strong relationships with suppliers and partners to ensure value and innovation throughout the contract lifecycle.</li> <li>Inspire and lead a team, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.</li> </ul> About You We’re looking for someone who brings: <ul>
<li>A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.</li> <li>Deep expertise in IT procurement, contract management, and supplier relationship management.</li> <li>Strong financial acumen and experience in managing budgets and financial planning.</li> <li>A track record of influencing policy and strategy and delivering commercial value in a complex organisation.</li> <li>Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to operate confidently at senior levels.</li> </ul> Please view Job Profilehere For an informal discussion about the post, please contact <a href="mailto:Mark.Duff@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">Mark.Duff@havering.gov.uk</a> The closing date for the receipt of applications is 27th July 2025 however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. You will be notified if your application has been successful. &nbsp;Interview date to be confirmed. Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770 &nbsp; Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering. The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

London Borough of Havering

I.T Commercials Manager

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Grade 8- £47532-£51522pa&nbsp; Support Smarter Procurement and Contract Management in Havering We are looking for a detail-oriented and commercially aware professional to join our IT Delivery team as an IT Commercials Analyst. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in procurement, contract management, and financial analysis who is ready to contribute to strategic decision-making and operational excellence. About the Role As IT Commercials Analyst, you will provide expert guidance to ICT staff on procurement policies, supplier selection, and contract management. You’ll support complex procurement activities, maintain the IT service catalogue, and monitor supplier performance to ensure compliance and value for money. You’ll also play a key role in financial planning and reporting, helping budget holders manage expenditure and identify opportunities for savings. This role involves regular engagement with suppliers, cross-functional teams, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of IT products and services. Key Responsibilities <ul>
<li>Advise ICT staff on procurement policies, standards, and methodologies.</li> <li>Lead and support complex procurement activities, including tender preparation and supplier evaluation.</li> <li>Maintain and review the IT service catalogue to ensure accuracy and relevance.</li> <li>Monitor supplier performance and contract compliance, reporting on KPIs and service levels.</li> <li>Manage licence renewals and relationships with key hardware and software suppliers.</li> <li>Support financial planning and reporting, identifying budget variances and opportunities for savings.</li> <li>Attend supplier review meetings and manage day-to-day communications with vendors.</li> <li>Contribute to policy development and risk management within the IT Commercials function.</li> </ul> About You We’re looking for someone who brings: <ul>
<li>A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.</li> <li>Experience in procurement, contract management, and financial analysis within an IT environment.</li> <li>Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.</li> <li>Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage technical and non-technical audiences.</li> <li>A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively across teams and with external partners.</li> </ul> Please viewJob Profilehere For an informal discussion about the post, please contact <a href="mailto:Mark.Duff@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">Mark.Duff@havering.gov.uk</a> The closing date for the receipt of applications is 27th July 2025 however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. You will be notified if your application has been successful. &nbsp;Interview date to be confirmed. Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770 &nbsp; Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering. The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

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