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<h4>About the role</h4><h4>Role Summary</h4>The Housing Support Worker is responsible for the delivery of the Wellbeing Service (24 hour emergency response service) during their contracted hours. The post holders principal responsibilities are as follows;-<ul><li>To respond to emergency calls from tenants, responding in accordance with agreed procedures</li><li>To support individual tenants and leaseholders to sustain their tenancies/leases with the Society</li><li>To ensure the scheme is safe and action any required emergency repairs and log any other</li><li>To complete administrative tasks as directed by the Housing Officer</li></ul>The post holder will ensure they understand and consistently implement the Society’s Policies and Procedures making any recommendations for changes <h4>Salary:</h4>£12.75 per hour<h4>Hours of Work:</h4>16 hours<h4>Contract:</h4>Permanent <h4>Probation Period:</h4>6 months<h4>Notice Period:</h4>1 month<h4>Who are we?</h4>We provide more than 13,000 homes across Kent, Sussex and Surrey. Over the years we have invested heavily in our homes and continue to do so as part of the Peabody Group. We promote hybrid working and have more than 300 employees based in various locations across our operating area.<h4>Meet your Manager</h4>"I've been with TCH for a couple of years now, and the people here really make it a great place to work!The Housing Support team enables people to maintain their independence in their own self-contained flats.If you enjoy making a difference to people's lives, then this role could be ideal for you!"Sharon Davies, Housing Officer <h4>What will you be doing?</h4><h4>Role Specific Responsibilities</h4><ul><li>24 hour ‘emergency’ Wellbeing Service<ul><li>The post holder will respond to all emergency calls made by tenants and leaseholders using the emergency call system, responding in accordance with agreed procedures.</li><li>The post holder will work sensitively with tenants to ensure the call system is used for emergency issues only and support tenants to access other services they may require to enable them to sustain their tenancies.</li><li>Priority MUST be given to emergency calls at all times and all emergency calls must be recorded.</li></ul></li><li>Tenancy Support<ul><li>The post holder will provide Intensive Housing Management services (on request and as directed by the Housing Officer) over and above what would usually be provided by a housing association to a tenant living in general needs housing, Tenancy Sustainment Policy refers.</li><li>The post holder will ensure that appropriate records are maintained relating to services provided.</li></ul></li><li>Scheme Safety and Repairs<ul><li>The post holder will make daily ‘routine’ visual checks of all the communal areas ensuring the scheme is secure and hazard free.</li><li>The post holder will take appropriate action in the event of fire or other emergency in accordance with agreed policies and procedures.</li><li>The post holder will arrange emergency repairs where appropriate to do so in accordance with current policy and procedure, logging those repairs which are not considered an emergency for future action.</li></ul></li><li>Other Duties<ul><li>The post holder will carry out other administrative tasks as directed by the Housing Officer.</li></ul></li></ul>No job description can cover every issue that arises within the post, and the post holder may be required to carry out other duties as deemed necessary, commensurate with the principal function of the post and the capability of the post holder.<h4>General</h4><h4>About You</h4><h4>Education &amp; Qualifications</h4><ul><li>Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.</li></ul><h4>Key Skills &amp; Competencies</h4><ul><li>Professional Practice<ul><li>Demonstrate evidence of competence to undertake the post</li><li>Housing management (or similar) experience in the voluntary, public or private sectors</li><li>Willing to undertake training</li><li>Efficient and effective administrative skills</li><li>To demonstrate honesty, trustworthiness, reliability and respectfulness</li></ul></li><li>Internal Controls<ul><li>Ability to manage and work within a small budget</li></ul></li><li>Health &amp; Safety<ul><li>Application of H&amp;S practices</li><li>Health and Safety risk assessment</li></ul></li><li>Information Technology<ul><li>Use of IT to facilitate and support improvements to services, good communications and useful Management Information</li></ul></li><li>Management of Staff &amp; Teamwork<ul><li>Ability to lead and motivate</li><li>Manage conflict</li></ul></li><li>Management of Diversity<ul><li>Demonstrate awareness of different values, cultures and needs amongst tenants, staff and communities</li><li>Recognise and work to meet where possible the diverse and unique needs of each tenant</li><li>Strong commitment to non-discriminatory housing services</li></ul></li><li>Influencing Others<ul><li>Ability to have ideas accepted even in the face of initial opposition</li><li>Negotiate effectively</li></ul></li><li>Effective Communication<ul><li>Good communication skills – both written and verbal</li><li>Ability to communicate effectively at all levels within and external of the Society using appropriate styles with different groups, e.g. staff, tenants, relatives</li></ul></li><li>Leadership<ul><li>Commitment to providing excellence in Housing Services</li><li>Think ahead and plan</li><li>Demonstrate a positive attitude towards change</li></ul></li><li>Development of Self and Others<ul><li>Take on further responsibilities</li><li>Undertake relevant training and development</li><li>Self-motivated and keen to learn. Willing to seek guidance when needed and follow instructions</li></ul></li><li>Organisational Skills<ul><li>Ability to prioritise</li><li>Problem solving abilities</li><li>Meet deadlines and advise of any problems early</li><li>Ability to function effectively under pressure and in a crisis</li></ul></li><li>Operational Requirements<ul><li>Some flexible approach to working hours may be required</li><li>Ability to represent the organisation and lead and participate in a wide range of social activities</li></ul></li></ul><h4>Behaviours</h4><ul><li>Mutual Support<ul><li>Be aware of support needed by others and identify and address any issues at an early stage where possible</li><li>Consider how actions could support others</li><li>Be prepared to give encouragement and offer assistance or advice when needed</li><li>Strong sense of customer focus</li></ul></li><li>Communication Skills<ul><li>Explain things logically</li><li>Keep to the point</li><li>Style that is warm, caring and friendly</li><li>Express ideas confidently where required</li><li>Caring and compassionate towards people in need of care and support</li></ul></li><li>Interpersonal Sensitivity<ul><li>Tailor style and service to meeting individual’s needs</li><li>Build rapport with customers, colleagues and staff</li><li>Demonstrate a pleasant, professional manner</li></ul></li><li>Judgement<ul><li>Knowledge of how to recognise abuse and safeguarding and implement procedures where relevant</li><li>Ask questions to gather necessary information</li><li>Weigh the advantages and disadvantages of a course of action before reaching a decision</li><li>In the absence of all relevant information defer making a decision until all the necessary extra data is gathered, referring to others when necessary</li></ul></li></ul><h4>Why Choose Us</h4><ul><li>Contributory pension scheme 4% to 10% matched contributions</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Free onsite car parking</li><li>Life assurance of 4x annual salary (Terms and Conditions apply)</li><li>30 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays</li><li>Two volunteer days per year</li><li>Employee assistance programme (24/7 telephone advice, information portal &amp; face to face counselling sessions)</li><li>Corporate eye care scheme providing free eye tests and free VDU glasses or contribution towards VDU glasses</li><li>Extensive annual Staff Wellbeing programme</li><li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave provision</li><li>Flexible annual benefits (for dental, healthcare, shopping vouchers, technology etc.)</li><li>Annual flu vaccinations</li><li>Access to an extensive range of corporate discounts on shopping, travel &amp; days out</li><li>Social events, including lunchtime walking, rounders, festive Fridays</li><li>Travel loan</li></ul><h4>Our Values</h4>Our culture is about the shared values, beliefs and behaviours that determine how we do things, then the ways and systems of working that help to get those things done.Our new values, principles and behaviours will put customers at the heart and provide the foundation for the culture of the new organisation. Only by delivering a cohesive and customer-focused culture will we be able to achieve our purpose and priorites.We have taken an inclusive and collaborative approach to developing the following values, working together with colleagues, customers and the Board:<h4>Equal Opportunities Statement</h4>TCH is an equal opportunities employer committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity or paternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership, or caring responsibilities.We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join TCH.We are recognised as a ‘Disability Confident Committed Employer’. As part of this commitment, individuals who disclose at application stage that they have a disability, will be invited to interview provided they demonstrate that they meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Candidates will be asked if they require any support or reasonable adjustments to enable them to fully participate in the recruitment process.<h4>Apply</h4><h4>Internal Applications</h4>Please send a letter clearly demonstrating how your skills and experience meet the criteria contained on the job description and person specification to the HR inbox.For internal staff only: Please note, if you're currently on legacy TCH, Rosebery, InTouch, Family Mosaic etc Terms and Conditions and are successful in your application, you will automatically be transferred to the new Peabody Terms and Conditions.Additionally, if you move to a TCH role on a secondment basis, your Terms and Conditions will not change.If you have any questions, or require further clarification, please speak to HR.<h4>External Applications</h4>Please complete our online application form by clicking the Apply button below. We reserve the right to bring the closing date forward, so we strongly encourage early applications.Please note: As an employer, Town &amp; Country Housing does not provide sponsorship as a licensed UK employer.<h4>Key dates</h4><h4>Applications Close:</h4>Tuesday, 4 November 2025<h4>Interview Date:</h4>Wednesday, 12 November 2025<a href="https://prteam.typeform.com/to/jvUoI1Le" target="_blank">Apply now</a>





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Town and Country Housing

Housing Support Worker

Job DescriptionSalary: £24.30 - £27.33 per hour, depending on grade. Subject to increase for 24/25 pay yearGrade TUTLEC 1 – 4 depending on qualifications and experience.Permanent ContractHours per Week are variable (as &amp; when required) and subject to demand – term time only.<ul> <li>Thurrock Adult Community College is the local authority’s provider of adult education for Thurrock. Our main base is in the Old Court House in Grays, but we deliver courses across the borough.</li> <li>You will be responsible for planning courses and lessons, creating resources, teaching lessons, and marking learners work and giving developmental feedback.</li> <li>Experience of teaching adults is required.</li></ul>Essential Qualifications:<ul> <li>You will have level 2 qualifications in English and Maths;&nbsp;</li> <li>A level 3 award in Education and Training and ideally have a specialism in adult social care.</li></ul>DBS Level:<ul> <li>An Enhanced DBS check with children and adult barred list is required.</li></ul>Closing Date: 16th November 2025Interview Date: To Be ConfirmedIf you have any questions or wish to discuss the post further, please contact <a href="mailto:Fay.Stone@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">Fay.Stone@thurrock.gov.uk</a>To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EfFlnb696lBMr3hMSpV8ur8B0CMW2E5WGR8fnusOlm-gOA?e=OI4tT3" 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.&nbsp;Please complete the Gaps in Employment grid provided (refer to the example document for guidance) and upload it under&nbsp;Miscellaneous Documents&nbsp;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. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Thurrock Council

Tutor (Casual) - Vocational

<ul><li>Reference: EC242 </li><li>Division: Crawley Homes </li><li>Salary: £32,287.00 - £38,133.00 per annum pro rata </li><li>Contract type: Fixed term </li><li>Posted on: 10 October 2025 </li><li>Interview date:04 November 2025</li><li>Extra payment(s): Not applicable </li></ul><ul><li>Positions: 1 </li><li>Category: Housing </li><li>Grade: F - G </li><li>Working hours: 29.6 per week </li><li>Closing date: 26 October 2025 </li><li>Location: Town Hall, Crawley </li><li>Location type: Hybrid </li></ul><a href="https://my.crawley.gov.uk/service/Job_Application" target="_blank">Apply for this job</a><h4> About the role </h4>Are you passionate about delivering high-quality housing services and making a real impact in people’s lives? Crawley Homes is looking for a dedicated and proactive Housing Officer to join our dynamic Tenancy Services team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a front-line role, supporting tenants and managing a wide range of housing responsibilities including tenancy management, income recovery, voids, and estate services.As a Housing Officer, you’ll be responsible for:<ul><li>managing tenancies, including changes, terminations, and mutual exchanges</li><li>supporting tenants with income management and arrears recovery</li><li>letting void properties efficiently and sensitively</li><li>conducting property inspections and estate management duties</li><li>liaising with tenants, contractors, and partner agencies</li><li>promoting community development and responding to safeguarding concerns</li></ul>We’re seeking an individual who:<ul><li>is an excellent communicator with strong negotiation and organisational skills</li><li>has a good understanding of housing law, welfare benefits, and safeguarding</li><li>is customer-focused and committed to continuous service improvement</li><li>can work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends in response to the requirements of the post</li><li>holds a full UK driving licence and has access to a suitable vehicle</li></ul>We recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible, as we may close this advert before the stated closing date if enough applications are received.<h4> Additional information </h4>This is an 18-month fixed-term contract, offered on a part-time basis (29.6 hours per week) across four working days, with Tuesday proposed as the non-working day.This post is subject to a satisfactory clearance of a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service check.A full current UK driving licence and use of a suitable vehicle are requirements of the role.<h4> Employee benefits </h4>We offer a generous employee <a href="/council-information/jobs-and-careers/employee-benefits">benefits package</a>, with a range of discounts, benefits and wellbeing incentives to suit everyone.<h4> Our way of working </h4>Our shared <a href="/council-information/jobs-and-careers/values-and-behaviours">values and behaviours</a> reflect the special nature of our council. We encourage all colleagues to put them into practice, whatever job they do. Take a look to see if we are the perfect match.<h4> Safer recruitment </h4>Crawley Borough Council 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. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all under represented groups.<h4> How to apply </h4>Click the Apply button to complete your application online. Please ensure that the reference details you supply are for your current or most recent employer and that any gaps in employment are covered on your application form. Please note that CVs will not be accepted without a fully completed application form.For an informal conversation or further information regarding the role, email <a href="mailto:caroline.lynn@crawley.gov.uk" target="_blank">caroline.lynn@crawley.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:sarah.jenn@crawley.gov.uk" target="_blank">sarah.jenn@crawley.gov.uk</a>, Area Housing Managers.<a href="https://my.crawley.gov.uk/service/Job_Application" target="_blank">Apply for this job</a><h4> Related documents </h4><ul><li><a href="/sites/default/files/2025-10/EC248%20-%20Housing%20Officer%20JD.pdf"> Housing Officer job description (PDF, 196.06 KB) </a></li></ul>





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Crawley Borough Council

Housing Officer

Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/xencrfii/1265c-customer-service-advisor-sept-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description</a><a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank"></a>Are you passionate about delivering outstanding customer service? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused environment?As a Customer Service Advisor, you will be the first point of contact for residents and partners engaging with the Council. You will be responsible for providing a comprehensive enquiry service across multiple channels, including telephone, face-to-face, email, webchat, social media, and online platform resolving 88% of queries without referral.Playing a vital role in ensuring our community receives the highest standards of care and support you will be expected to resolve cases promptly, escalating only when necessary and following through to completion, along with:Providing cover across Ashford and Tenterden offices as needed Using IT systems to manage enquiries and maintaining accurate records Supporting administrative follow-up and system input tasks Participating in training to stay up-to-date on Council and partner services Verifying customer documentation and processing payments Supporting Tourist Information Services when based in Tenterden Promoting customer feedback and act as a buddy for new team membersTo be competent in this role it is essential that you have strong keyboard and IT skills, and proven experience in customer service and team environments. Along with having the ability to be able to make decisions independently. Experience in a call/contact centre, local government, or tourist information services is a plus. NVQ Level 3 in Customer Services, IT qualifications, and second language skills are desirable.For an informall discussion about the role please contact Liesl York, Deputy Customer Service Operation Manager on 01233 330820Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/xencrfii/1265c-customer-service-advisor-sept-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description</a>When submitting an application form - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community





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Ashford Borough Council

Customer Service Advisor

Medway Council are seeking a Cleaner at Strood Sports Centre to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs. You will be required to deliver a cleaning service at Medway sports centres, to ensure health and safety as well as service and SLA requirements are met. Manage physical resources on site such as cleaning materials and reporting maintenance requirements, reporting of defects as per centre procedures. Provide routine assessment and quality checking on services available to customers and staff. To supervise the cleaning team on site, to supervise the ordering process to replenish cleaning goods working with a small budget. Liaise with stakeholders in a way that promotes the vision and values of the Council. A shift pattern including days, evening and weekends will be offeredIf you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please call Tina Spry on 01634 338764.Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C. When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached. The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview. Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A. Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. <h4>Important Information- </h4><h4>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</h4>For further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Medway Council

This is Medway

Cleaner

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We’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Revenues &amp; Benefits team as a Revenue &amp; Benefits Officer.
In this varied and rewarding role, you’ll manage a diverse caseload, ensuring cases are handled efficiently and in line with statutory regulations, policies, and procedures. Ideally, you’ll bring experience from a local government setting and have knowledge of Revenues &amp; Benefits systems and document management tools—but we’re also keen to hear from candidates with strong administrative skills and a willingness to learn.
You’ll need to be confident working with data, maintaining accurate records, and using Microsoft Office and web-based systems. Experience in administering Housing Benefit and/or Council Tax discounts and exemptions would be a strong advantage.
This role is ideal for someone with excellent communication skills, a customer-focused approach, and the ability to work quickly and accurately in a fast-paced environment.
Discover what it’s like to work at Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council and explore the benefits we offer by clicking here:&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.tmbc.gov.uk/council/working-us" target="_blank">Working for us – Tonbridge and Malling&nbsp;Borough&nbsp;Council</a>
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Andrew Rosevear, Deputy Revenue &amp; Benefits Manager at <a href="mailto:andrew.rosevear@tmbc.gov.uk" target="_blank">andrew.rosevear@tmbc.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

Revenue and Benefits Officer (part-time)

<h4>About the role</h4><h4>Role Summary</h4>Deliver an effective and efficient customer-focused decant and rehousing service to TCH residents. To minimise void loss and ensure that TCH complies with all relevant legislation and guidance. <h4>Salary:</h4>£18,201 (part-time role 21 hours per week)<h4>Hours of Work:</h4>21<h4>Contract:</h4>Permanent<h4>Probation Period:</h4>6 months<h4>Notice Period:</h4>1 month<h4>Who are we?</h4>We provide more than 13,000 homes across Kent, Sussex and Surrey. Over the years we have invested heavily in our homes and continue to do so as part of the Peabody Group. We promote hybrid working and have more than 300 employees based in various locations across our operating area.<h4>Meet your Manager</h4>"I joined TCH in 1998 and have worked in various roles within the Housing Options team before becoming Housing Options Manager.Working in conjunction with so many teams and fantastic people across the business makes TCH a great place to work. Which must be why I stayed so long! Outside of work I enjoy yoga, music, TV, and a good book (but not all at the same time!)"Debbie Green- Housing Options Manager<h4>What will you be doing?</h4><h4>Role Specific Responsibilities</h4><ul><li>Managing requests for urgent moves, for example where properties become uninhabitable due to fire or flood, where properties are in disrepair or where agreed by Contracts &amp; Compliance or Asset Investment.</li><li>Manage referrals to hotels for temporary decants and monitor the timescales for works to be completed to ensure that TCH is being as cost effective as possible. Attend regular weekly meetings with Contracts &amp; Compliance and receive updates from Asset Investment to monitor.</li><li>Monitor and manage decant cases to avoid undue delay where properties are to be redeveloped or sold.</li><li>Work in close collaboration with other departments regarding requests for temporary or permanent decants.</li><li>Review and monitor waiting list for decants, urgent and preplanned, including rolling decants where advised by Asset Investment.</li><li>Work in close collaboration with local authorities and other registered providers keeping up to date with the widest range of moving options for residents requiring a decant, urgent or management move.</li><li>Provide a responsive service to customer enquiries; maintain regular contact and provide progress updates to ensure a seamless service is provided.</li><li>Work together with the Housing Options Manager and Housing Options Administrator to review empty homes that could be considered for urgent moves or decants.</li><li>Regularly review the decant budget in conjunction with the Housing Options Manager to ensure that it remains within budget requirements.</li><li>Manage the raising and authorisation of payments to residents for Disturbance or Home loss ensuring that payments are made in line with TCH Policy and Procedure and liaise with residents regarding the options available to them.</li><li>Manage subsistence payments for those tenants displaced from their home.</li><li>Liaise with and develop working relationships with external agencies and internally to enable the provision of appropriate support services for customers.</li><li>Review and monitor internal waiting lists for Exceptional Social Needs and Management Moves to establish chain lettings to address multiple tenants housing needs.</li><li>Work with and organise contractors on availability and costings from each service provider.</li><li>Organise and log all payments. Accounting all costs for budget purposes. Payment of invoices and reimbursement to external service providers.</li><li>Prepare tenancy documentation and licence agreements for all decanted tenants including disclaimers before works can commence.</li><li>Update and log all CORE entries.</li></ul><h4>General</h4><ul><li>To adhere to the equal opportunities policy and to actively promote equality of opportunity wherever possible.</li><li>Recognise, respect and promote the different roles and diversity of the individuals within the business.</li><li>To actively contribute towards key performance indicators and professional standards.</li><li>Work in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) and Data Protection Law and be responsible for the integrity of personal information you process. This may include identifying anomalies in data and investigating and correcting them where appropriate. Ensure you attend training on data protection regularly.</li><li>To be responsible for your own health and safety and that of your colleagues, in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) and relevant EC directives.</li><li>To take responsibility for your own development and professionalism, ensuring that you keep up to date with new developments and continuously expand and build on your knowledge.</li><li>Attend and participate in training and other meetings and staff events as required.</li><li>Be an effective member of your team, presenting a positive impression of your section and the business.</li><li>This job description is a guide to the nature of the work required. It is not comprehensive, and it is expected that other duties will be undertaken as this role develops and as may be reasonably expected.</li><li>Full driving licence and access to a car with relevant insurance for occasional travel to various sites across our area of operation.</li></ul><h4>About You</h4><h4>Education &amp; Qualifications</h4><ul><li>Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent) including Maths and English - Essential</li></ul><h4>Key Skills &amp; Competencies</h4><ul><li>Ability to identify residents’ re-housing needs and support requirements and work to ensure that these are in place. - Desirable</li><li>Experience of dealing with residents’ difficult and complex personal issues and supporting them through the re-housing process. - Desirable</li><li>Ability to build long lasting working relationships with residents and key stakeholders including hard to reach groups and work with them throughout the move process. - Essential</li><li>Ability to work with people in stressful situations who may be upset or aggressive and the ability to persuade and negotiate with both colleagues and members of the public to achieve a mutually agreed solution. - Essential</li><li>Ability to work across departments and services to deliver a coordinated customer focussed service and support throughout the re-housing process. - Essential</li><li>Experience of working in partnership, building effective relationships that generate positive outcomes for our customers and the organisation. - Desirable</li><li>Letting and allocations or tenancy management experience in a social housing environment - Desirable</li><li>Demonstrable experience of using Microsoft Office - Desirable</li></ul><h4>Behaviours</h4><ul><li>Excellent interpersonal skills and commitment to excellent customer service - Essential</li><li>Ability to work unsupervised, plan and prioritise workload to meet deadlines and agreed targets - Essential</li><li>Ability to deal with all customers in an empathetic and supportive manner - Essential</li><li>Ability to work effectively as part of a team - Essential</li><li>Problem solving skills with the ability to identify improvement opportunities - Desirable</li><li>Good verbal and written communication skills - Essential</li><li>Ability to deal with sensitive information maintaining discretion and confidentiality - Essential</li><li>The flexibility to adapt to changing workload demands and new organisational challenges - Essential</li><li>Negotiation and influencing skills - Desirable</li></ul><h4>Why Choose Us</h4><ul><li>Contributory pension scheme 4% to 10% matched contributions</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Free onsite car parking</li><li>Life assurance of 4x annual salary (Terms and Conditions apply)</li><li>30 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays</li><li>Two volunteer days per year</li><li>Employee assistance programme (24/7 telephone advice, information portal &amp; face to face counselling sessions)</li><li>Corporate eye care scheme providing free eye tests and free VDU glasses or contribution towards VDU glasses</li><li>Extensive annual Staff Wellbeing programme</li><li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave provision</li><li>Flexible annual benefits (for dental, healthcare, shopping vouchers, technology etc.)</li><li>Annual flu vaccinations</li><li>Access to an extensive range of corporate discounts on shopping, travel &amp; days out</li><li>Social events, including lunchtime walking, rounders, festive Fridays</li><li>Travel loan</li></ul><h4>Our Values</h4>Our culture is about the shared values, beliefs and behaviours that determine how we do things, then the ways and systems of working that help to get those things done.Our new values, principles and behaviours will put customers at the heart and provide the foundation for the culture of the new organisation. Only by delivering a cohesive and customer-focused culture will we be able to achieve our purpose and priorites.We have taken an inclusive and collaborative approach to developing the following values, working together with colleagues, customers and the Board:<h4>Equal Opportunities Statement</h4>TCH is an equal opportunities employer committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity or paternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership, or caring responsibilities.We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join TCH.We are recognised as a ‘Disability Confident Committed Employer’. As part of this commitment, individuals who disclose at application stage that they have a disability, will be invited to interview provided they demonstrate that they meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Candidates will be asked if they require any support or reasonable adjustments to enable them to fully participate in the recruitment process.<h4>Apply</h4><h4>Internal Applications</h4>Please send a letter clearly demonstrating how your skills and experience meet the criteria contained on the job description and person specification to the HR inbox.For internal staff only: Please note, if you're currently on legacy TCH, Rosebery, InTouch, Family Mosaic etc Terms and Conditions and are successful in your application, you will automatically be transferred to the new Peabody Terms and Conditions.Additionally, if you move to a TCH role on a secondment basis, your Terms and Conditions will not change.If you have any questions, or require further clarification, please speak to HR.<h4>External Applications</h4>Please complete our online application form by clicking the Apply button below. We reserve the right to bring the closing date forward, so we strongly encourage early applications.Please note: As an employer, Town &amp; Country Housing does not provide sponsorship as a licensed UK employer.<h4>Key dates</h4><h4>Applications Close:</h4>Monday, 20 October 2025<h4>Interview Date:</h4>Wednesday, 29 October 2025<a href="https://prteam.typeform.com/to/GBklf28M" target="_blank">Apply now</a>





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Rehousing & Decants Officer

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/7081/Notes_to_applicants_Support_Staff.docx" target="_blank">Notes_to_applicants_Support_Staff</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/7082/Recruitment_Monitoring_Form_Support_Staff.docx" target="_blank">Recruitment_Monitoring_Form_Support_Staff</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/7083/STOC_Safeguarding_Policy_September_2023_-_FINAL__1_.pdf" target="_blank">STOC_Safeguarding_Policy_September_2023_-_FINAL__1_</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/7084/Recruitment_of_Ex_Offenders_Policy_Jan_2022__1_.pdf" target="_blank">Recruitment_of_Ex_Offenders_Policy_Jan_2022__1_</a></li></ul>

Please contact the school office for an application form <a href="mailto:office@st-thomascanterbury.medway.sch.uk" target="_blank">office@st-thomascanterbury.medway.sch.uk</a>



To work as a part of a team to ensure the safety, welfare and enjoyment of pupils during the midday break, in accordance with the whole school behaviour policy. &nbsp;To promote the lunch break as positive play. &nbsp;To be a positive role model for the children by following the school’s expected code of behaviour and mission statement.&nbsp;
To be responsible for the supervision of children in the following areas as well as transitioning:&nbsp;
• Dining hall&nbsp; • Cloakroom&nbsp; • Playground&nbsp; • Classroom during wet lunchtime&nbsp; • Toilet Area
On the playground:&nbsp; • To interact with the children building a positive and caring relationship with them&nbsp; • To ensure the children’s safety and notify a responsible adult of any concerns&nbsp; • Actively promote and instigate positive playground games, joining in with the pupils where relevant.&nbsp;
Hall:&nbsp; • Constant support and supervision of children including hygiene and social skills&nbsp; • Attend to spills&nbsp; • Promote good manners and whole school ethos&nbsp; • Assist in the setting up and clearing of the dinner hall.&nbsp;
The school is committed to safeguarding pupils, any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and proof of right to work in the UK. &nbsp;We are an equal opportunities employer. Previous applicants need not apply.

Midday Meal Supervisor - St Thomas Of Canterbury Primary School

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/7063/STOC_Safeguarding_Policy_September_2023_-_FINAL__1_.pdf" target="_blank">STOC_Safeguarding_Policy_September_2023_-_FINAL__1_</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/7064/Recruitment_of_Ex_Offenders_Policy_Jan_2022__1_.pdf" target="_blank">Recruitment_of_Ex_Offenders_Policy_Jan_2022__1_</a></li>
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Please contact the school office for an application form - <a href="mailto:office@st-thomascanterbury.medway.sch.uk" target="_blank">office@st-thomascanterbury.medway.sch.uk</a>



St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.&nbsp;
We are looking to recruit a new Caretaker who will also have some premises management responsibilities. Experience preferred but not essential.&nbsp;
This is a permanent position – 42 weeks per year. &nbsp;The hours of working are 32.5 per&nbsp; week – split into two shifts that include the opening and closing of the school (this is negotiable).&nbsp;
The ideal candidate should&nbsp;
• be highly motivated&nbsp; • have a flexible approach&nbsp; • be capable of working under pressure and also on their own initiative as required&nbsp; • have excellent DIY skills and a practical aptitude for general building and grounds maintenance&nbsp; • have a knowledge and understanding of health and safety and be prepared to undertake relevant training &nbsp; • be a good team player&nbsp; • enjoy working in a school environment.&nbsp;
Duties will include site security and health and safety of the premises and grounds, some cleaning and some decorating, minor repairs and maintenance and some lifting and furniture moving. There may be over-time hours to cover any activities the school has outside of the working hours for the post.
Start date: To be agreed.&nbsp;
ST Thomas of Canterbury Catholic School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks (including online/social media checks and appropriate overseas checks). The post will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 Please see our Child Protection Policy, which is located on the school website.

Caretaker - St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School

Medway Youth Service is recruiting youth support workers for multiple areas throughout Medway. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated people, with good communications skills who are interested in making a positive difference to young people’s lives. Youth Support Workers engage with young people aged 8-19 in youth centres, parks, shopping areas, and other places where they meet. You will be required to deliver youth work activities /programmes in line with the Youth Service curriculum, promoting personal and social development skills.Are you a good listener, an excellent coach or someone who works well with young people?Do you have hobbies and interests that could help inspire or engage others?We are looking for individuals with a variety of skills to join our diverse team of Youth Workers. We welcome applications from people who have lived experience of some of the challenges facing young people.Session starting times vary but are three hours each within the times of 3pm and 9pm. If you feel you could contribute to this project, please submit an application.Training and support will be provided.If you have any questions, please email: <a href="mailto:youth.enquiries@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">youth.enquiries@medway.gov.uk</a><h4>Our organisation:</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in. <h4>Important Information-</h4>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile <h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Youth Worker

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/6764/Lecturer_Job_Description.pdf" target="_blank">Lecturer_Job_Description</a></li>
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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



Do you have a passion for Acting and want to inspire the next generation of theatre makers? Whether you’re already working in education and looking for your next role, or if you’re working in industry and looking to change your career path, we have an exciting opportunity for a Lecturer to join our Performing Arts curriculum team.
This is a unique opportunity for a Lecturer in Acting to share their knowledge for performance and theatre to unlock potential whilst guiding our learners through their studies. Our Tonbridge campus offers fantastic facilities for our Lecturers to deliver in an environment that inspires and motivates learners beyond college, with a fabulous theatre space to utilise that includes a fly tower and has audience capacity for up to 300 people to showcase our student talent. This is an opportunity for candidates to bring their industry expertise to a further education setting in a collaborative and supportive teaching environment.
You’ll work as part of the curriculum team to create and deliver lessons across a range of qualification levels, inspiring achievement and the best possible outcomes. The successful candidate will be a team player, an excellent communicator, and able to maintain a proactive approach to managing deadlines, whilst retaining a high standard of delivery.
The Role:
Where you’ll work: This role is based at our Tonbridge campus.
Your hours: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 14.8 hours per week, 52 weeks per annum (0.4 FTE).
Your pay: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; £14,344.80 - £17,648.40 pro rata per annum (£35,862 to £44,121 per annum full time equivalent) dependent on qualifications and experience.
The College:
North Kent College (including Hadlow College) is proudly rated as an Ofsted ‘Good’ provider, with ‘Outstanding’ learner behaviours and attitudes (April 2024). With four campuses across Kent and 4,000 students, we strive to equip the young people who study here with an inclusive and innovative education experience to enhance their future career prospects, which, as noted by Ofsted, is supported through our high-quality, industry standard facilities. Each and every staff member plays a key part in delivering the success of our learners’ experience, and we want those who join our curriculum and support teams to share our passion in achieving this.
The Benefits:
In addition to a competitive salary, you can expect the following as a Lecturer at NKC:
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<li>42 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time contracts).</li>
<li>Enrolment onto the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS), one of the most generous in the country.</li>
<li>Access to free parking and a number of onsite facilities, including gyms, restaurants and coffee shops.</li>
<li>Campus in close proximity of a mainline train station.</li>
<li>CPD and support from our in-house Teaching &amp; Learning team, who coach, train, and guide our Lecturers through their teaching journey, from unqualified and new to teaching to qualified and experienced.</li>
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How to Apply:
If this sounds like the next role for you, please visit the North Kent College staff vacancies page to see the full job description and apply.
Please note that the closing date for applications is 26 October 2025 , with interviews scheduled to take place on 06 November 2025.
North Kent College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff have a responsibility to share and maintain this commitment. In line with the requirements of ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, appropriate safeguarding checks (including an enhanced DBS check) will be undertaken on all individuals selected for appointment. Posts at the College, a specified establishment where the work gives opportunity for contact with children, are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. It is an offence to apply for a post which involves engaging in regulated activity relevant to children if you are barred from doing so. Please be advised that, again in line with ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, shortlisted candidates (who wish to accept an invite to interview) will be required to complete and submit prior to their interview a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. Further guidance / information from the Ministry of Justice can be found on GOV.UK.

North Kent College

Lecturer in Acting

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/6087/Cook_Job_Spec_Woodhatch_Sept_2025.pdf" target="_blank">Cook_Job_Spec_Woodhatch_Sept_2025</a></li>
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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



Job Title: Cook Location of work: The Woodhatch Centre, Reigate. Salary: Pay scale £27,501 - £28,110 pro rata Basis: 25hrs per week Monday- Friday 9am-2pm
 About the Role&nbsp; Based inside one of our thriving community centres we are looking for a cook, to provide an upbeat, warm and friendly service. Using fresh ingredients, design a seasonal menu with assistance from the Centre Manager. &nbsp;&nbsp;
 About the Person Are you someone who likes to support the community and would like to work with a team of energetic, dedicated staff and volunteers, who deliver a range of other activities, and services within our local communities? Ideally, we want an experienced cook, that has a background in working in a commercial kitchen and have food hygiene level 2 qualifications or above. &nbsp;
We need someone that can help, transform, modernise and inspire our community members. This will include providing a short order snack offer and cooking a daily wholesome choice of hot tasty meals and a selection of puddings. We also provide meals for special events and hirers should they need a small buffet or sandwiches.&nbsp;
You must have the ability to keep the kitchen and equipment clean, ensuring a high standard of cleanliness and health and hygiene.&nbsp;
We follow the safer foods better business management systems in all our kitchens, and the cook would be responsible for keeping these records up to date.&nbsp;
We work with a dedicated team of volunteers, who will work alongside you to deliver the service, by helping serve meals, and in some instances, they may provide help in the kitchen, under your supervision.
We would require you to prepare budgets, order stock and keep stock rotated, prepare weekly menus and menus for special events, to be imaginative and creative.
You will be able to share your ideas, and inspirations for providing a safe warm centre, where all visitors, including vulnerable people visiting are given a truly happy social experience.
 Staff Benefits In exchange for your expertise, experience, and enthusiasm, we will offer support in continuing your personal and career development, in addition to providing a wide range of employment linked benefits.&nbsp;
We provide you with competitive annual leave and contribute 15% towards the LGPS pension scheme. You will also have access to a range of discounts including local and high street stores, and salary sacrifice schemes including a cycle lease scheme, and ‘Better’ leisure centre membership.
 Additional Information For an informal discussion about the role, please call James Klahn Community Centres Team Leader on 01737 276330
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, supporting the guaranteed interview scheme for disabled and ex-armed forces candidates, who meet the essential criteria for the role.
 Closing date: Tuesday 21st October 2025 at 23:59 Interview date: Monday 3rd November 2025
 Values and Behaviours Our great working environment and the values and behaviours of every individual and team in the Council, help to evolve the culture of our organisation to become more commercial, innovative, and embracing of change. Successful applicants to our career opportunities will be able to demonstrate they share the values and behaviours we seek in our organisation.

Cook

Job Description Job Title:&nbsp;Safeguarding &amp; Legal Intervention Administration Assistant Salary:&nbsp;£26,556&nbsp;– £28,764&nbsp;per annum&nbsp;(pro rata to hours worked as part-time) Grade:&nbsp;B Contract Type:&nbsp;Fixed term - 12 month Working Hours:&nbsp;21 hours per week&nbsp;(Wed, Thurs &amp; Fri)&nbsp; The Administrative Assistant will work within the Safeguarding &amp; Legal Intervention team in Adult Social Care. This team involves the Adult Safeguarding, DOLS and Corporate Appointee teams.&nbsp; The role will be responsible for providing high level administrative support to all three teams. This will include managing calls received to the Safeguarding team; assisting duty workers in ensuring data systems are up to date; assisting Financial Management Officers in managing service user finances; handling sensitive and highly confidential information. Key Requirements: <ul> <li>Good knowledge and experience of key computer systems&nbsp;</li> <li>Ability to collate and process financial information &nbsp;and record information clearly</li> <li>Ability to solve problems and use initiative&nbsp;</li> <li>Ability to prioritise workload to meet deadlines&nbsp;</li> <li>Knowledge of financial procedures and regulations</li> <li>Ability to deal with sensitive and highly confidential information professionally</li> <li>Experience of dealing with customers and other users of the service</li> <li>Flexible</li> <li>Enhanced DBS check</li> </ul> What we are looking for:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Please refer to Job Profile</li> </ul> DBS Check:&nbsp;Enhanced level is required for this post.&nbsp; Benefits of Working with Us&nbsp; At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li> </ul> Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date (Redeployment Only):&nbsp;9th October 2025&nbsp; Closing Date (Internal &amp; External):&nbsp;19th October 2025 Interview Date: To Be Confirmed Additional Information&nbsp; For further details, please contact Leanne Dunnage <a href="mailto:LDunnage@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">LDunnage@thurrock.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;07517 130490, or Sarah Attersall <a href="mailto:sattersall@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">sattersall@thurrock.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;07592 591209 To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EQGknwjehyREqaI6USWZeHsB_Tdy8bASL9h4Dc4IeC64-Q?e=76v6ZC" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> Application Requirements&nbsp; As part of the Safer Recruitment process, Gap Management is required for all Safeguarding roles.&nbsp;Please complete the Gaps in Employment grid provided (refer to the example document for guidance) and upload it under&nbsp;Miscellaneous Documents&nbsp;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. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Safeguarding & Legal Intervention Administrative Assistant

<h4>About the role</h4><h4>Role Summary</h4>To fully action and coordinate the delivery of Disabled Facilities Grants and other home adaptations and provide information and guidance to promote independent living. By conducting customer visits and completing any necessary grant or loan documentation required. This role supports our customers throughout the grant and adaptation process, from initial contact to completion. With an eye for detail, you will assume the full responsibility of coordinating all aspects of casework, liaising with technical and non-technical staff, contractors and external stakeholders in a timely and accurate manner, whilst fully supporting our varying customer base. <h4>Salary:</h4>£15,368.40<h4>Hours of Work:</h4>21 hours<h4>Contract:</h4>Permanent<h4>Probation Period:</h4>Six months<h4>Notice Period:</h4>One month<h4>Who are we?</h4>We provide more than 13,000 homes across Kent, Sussex and Surrey. Over the years we have invested heavily in our homes and continue to do so as part of the Peabody Group. We promote hybrid working and have more than 300 employees based in various locations across our operating area.<h4>Meet your Manager</h4>I’ve been part of the HASS team for the past eight years. It’s a privilege to work alongside a brilliant team who are just as passionate and driven as I am when it comes to supporting our customers, many of whom are elderly, vulnerable or living with physical disabilities or life limiting conditions. Together, we deliver essential home adaptations through the Disabled Facilities Grants awarded by Hastings and Rother councils.The work we do helps people regain independence and stay safely in their own homes. Whether it’s installing a stairlift, a level access shower, or a ramp, every adaptation makes a real difference. Being involved in that process and knowing a customer has finally received something they’ve been longing for is incredibly rewarding.Dawn Jellis, HASS Team Manager<h4>What will you be doing?</h4><h4>Role Specific Responsibilities</h4><ul><li> Be responsible for, and integral to the whole grant, loan or private works process and will assume full responsibility for the delivery of the service in both a visiting and administrative capacity. </li><li> Clearly explain the remit of the service to a range of customers and other professionals as appropriate. </li><li> Hold a caseload of customers and provide them with support in either their own home, or at an alternative venue if required. </li><li> Assess circumstances of ownership, and income to advise on appropriate welfare benefits and funding for works required. </li><li> Maintain timely administration of customer files as required by the service, and to enable the preparation of reports and statistics. </li><li> Undertake key administrative aspects and processing of grant and loan paperwork. </li><li> Accurately input customer data onto a database in a timely manner, ensuring compliance with the service specification, commissioner requirements and key performance indicators. </li><li> Ensure that notes about the customers are factual and free from personal opinions. </li><li> Deal with all enquiries in a way which promotes the service. </li><li> Act as the central liaison/keyworker for customers who are within the grant or loan process. </li><li> Liaise with external bodies, attend case review, and update meetings, as required. </li><li> Assist with processing invoices, and undertake any other financial responsibilities as required by the role. </li><li> Liaise promptly with colleagues, partner agencies and other stakeholders regarding safeguarding, welfare, and risk concerns in accordance with Town &amp; Country’s policy. </li><li> Participate in team meetings. </li><li> Undertake such other duties, training and / or hours of work as may be reasonably required, and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility for this role. </li><li> Ensure that all duties are carried out to the highest standard, and in accordance with policies and procedures, with reference to the health and safety and diversity and inclusion policy. </li><li> All staff working for Town &amp; Country have a statutory duty of confidentiality to protect customers and any personally identifiable information only use it for the purposes for which it was intended. </li><li> Work in collaboration with other departments to ensure a seamless service. </li><li> Undertake such other duties, training and / or hours of work as may be reasonably required, and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility of this job. </li></ul><h4>General</h4><ul><li>To adhere to the equal opportunities policy and to actively promote equality of opportunity wherever possible. </li><li> Recognise, respect, and promote the different roles and diversity of the individuals within the business. </li><li> To actively contribute towards key performance indicators and professional standards. </li><li> Work in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) and Data Protection Law and be responsible for the integrity of personal information you process. This may include identifying anomalies in data and investigating and correcting them where appropriate. Ensure you attend training on data protection regularly. </li><li> To be responsible for your own health and safety and that of your colleagues, in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) and relevant EC directives. </li><li> To take responsibility for your own development and professionalism, ensuring that you keep up to date with new developments and continuously expand and build on your knowledge.</li><li> Attend and participate in training and other meetings and staff events as required. </li><li> Be an effective member of your team, presenting a positive impression of your section and the business. </li><li> This job description is a guide to the nature of the work required. It is not comprehensive, and it is expected that other duties will be undertaken as this role develops and as may be reasonably expected. </li><li> This role requires the individual to travel to various sites across East Sussex, and it is therefore expected that an individual in this role has a full driving licence and access to a car with relevant insurance. </li></ul><h4>About You</h4><h4>Education &amp; Qualifications</h4><ul><li> Evidence of a good educational standard, including GCSE English and Maths.</li></ul><h4>Key Skills &amp; Competencies</h4><ul><li>Experience of providing support to the designated customer group either in a volunteering or professional role. </li><li> Well organised with excellent time management skills, able to arrange and manage workload demands, determine priority tasks, meet tight deadlines, and achieve goals. </li><li> Up to date knowledge of welfare benefits for the designated customer group. </li><li> Knowledge of related services provided by the statutory and voluntary sector. </li></ul><h4>Behaviours</h4><ul><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills. </li><li> Demonstrate commitment to equality and diversity and a genuine desire to help people with disabilities and/or support needs. </li><li> Self-reliant and able to work on own initiative with minimal supervision as well as part of a team. </li><li> Understanding of confidentiality and data protection issues. </li><li> Comprehensive IT skills to include use of Microsoft Office and ability to maintain electronic records, with attention to detail. </li><li> Ability to collaborate and work as part of a team. </li></ul><h4>Why Choose Us</h4><ul><li>Contributory pension scheme 4% to 10% matched contributions</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Free onsite car parking</li><li>Life assurance of 4x annual salary (Terms and Conditions apply)</li><li>30 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays</li><li>Two volunteer days per year</li><li>Employee assistance programme (24/7 telephone advice, information portal &amp; face to face counselling sessions)</li><li>Corporate eye care scheme providing free eye tests and free VDU glasses or contribution towards VDU glasses</li><li>Extensive annual Staff Wellbeing programme</li><li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave provision</li><li>Flexible annual benefits (for dental, healthcare, shopping vouchers, technology etc.)</li><li>Annual flu vaccinations</li><li>Access to an extensive range of corporate discounts on shopping, travel &amp; days out</li><li>Social events, including lunchtime walking, rounders, festive Fridays</li><li>Travel loan</li></ul><h4>Our Values</h4>Our culture is about the shared values, beliefs and behaviours that determine how we do things, then the ways and systems of working that help to get those things done.Our new values, principles and behaviours will put customers at the heart and provide the foundation for the culture of the new organisation. Only by delivering a cohesive and customer-focused culture will we be able to achieve our purpose and priorites.We have taken an inclusive and collaborative approach to developing the following values, working together with colleagues, customers and the Board:<h4>Equal Opportunities Statement</h4>TCH is an equal opportunities employer committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity or paternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership, or caring responsibilities.We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join TCH.We are recognised as a ‘Disability Confident Committed Employer’. As part of this commitment, individuals who disclose at application stage that they have a disability, will be invited to interview provided they demonstrate that they meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Candidates will be asked if they require any support or reasonable adjustments to enable them to fully participate in the recruitment process.<h4>Apply</h4><h4>Internal Applications</h4>Please send a letter clearly demonstrating how your skills and experience meet the criteria contained on the job description and person specification to the HR inbox.For internal staff only: Please note, if you're currently on legacy TCH, Rosebery, InTouch, Family Mosaic etc Terms and Conditions and are successful in your application, you will automatically be transferred to the new Peabody Terms and Conditions.Additionally, if you move to a TCH role on a secondment basis, your Terms and Conditions will not change.If you have any questions, or require further clarification, please speak to HR.<h4>External Applications</h4>Please complete our online application form by clicking the Apply button below. We reserve the right to bring the closing date forward, so we strongly encourage early applications.Please note: As an employer, Town &amp; Country Housing does not provide sponsorship as a licensed UK employer.<h4>Key dates</h4><h4>Applications Close:</h4>Monday, 6 October 2025<h4>Interview Date:</h4>Monday, 13 October 2025<a href="https://prteam.typeform.com/to/vO3mpYxR" target="_blank">Apply now</a>





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Caseworker (Bexhill)

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/2238/TA-Danecourt-Candidate-Pack-2025.pdf" target="_blank">TA-Danecourt-Candidate-Pack-2025</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/2239/Danecourt_-_Maritime_Child_Protection_and_Safeguarding_Policy_2024-2025__3___2_.pdf" target="_blank">Danecourt_-_Maritime_Child_Protection_and_Safeguarding_Policy_2024-2025__3___2_</a></li>
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You’ll find more about the role, school, and Trust in the Candidate Information Pack attached.&nbsp; Apply now via My New Term — we may interview and appoint as applications are received, so don’t delay!



Join Our Supportive Team as a Teaching Assistant and Help Shape Young Lives!
Are you a passionate, dedicated individual with a heart for supporting children with special educational needs (SEND)? If you thrive in a rewarding, dynamic, and varied, environment, we’d love to hear from you! At Danecourt School, we’re not just about teaching — we’re about making a real difference in the lives of children. We’re seeking enthusiastic and compassionate Teaching Assistants to join our award-winning school and help our pupils reach their full potential.
About the Role
As a Teaching Assistant at Danecourt, you’ll work closely with our teachers to create a nurturing, supportive, and engaging learning environment for primary-aged children with complex needs, including autism and social, emotional, and mental health challenges.
Every day in our classrooms is different — filled with opportunity, challenge, teamwork, and reward. In this role, you will:
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<li>Support individuals or small groups to access learning and develop their independence</li>
<li>Provide care and emotional support, creating a safe and encouraging space</li>
<li>Collaborate with teaching staff to deliver creative, inclusive lessons</li>
<li>Help pupils build confidence, resilience, and a love of learning</li>
<li>Be part of a dedicated team making a life-changing difference</li>
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You may be required to work across any of our three locations: Danecourt School, Featherby Primary (Gillingham), and Bligh Primary (Strood).
<h4>Who you Are</h4>
We’re looking for someone who:
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<li>Passionate about working with children, especially those with SEND</li>
<li>Flexible, proactive, and eager to learn every day</li>
<li>Skilled in communication and able to work as part of a collaborative team</li>
<li>Calm under pressure and compassionate in approach</li>
<li>Comfortable providing personal care when needed</li>
<li>Ideally experienced or qualified in SEND support (e.g. NVQ Level 2 or equivalent)</li>
<li>Proficient in numeracy and literacy skills, with qualifications equivalent to GCSE Grade A-C.</li>
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About Danecourt School:
Danecourt School is a special place where we celebrate every child’s unique abilities and create tailored learning plans that help them achieve their full potential. Our school caters to primary-aged pupils with a variety of special educational needs, including complex learning difficulties, autism, and social, emotional, and mental health challenges. We take pride in our:
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Specialist facilities, including outdoor learning areas, sensory playrooms, and additional therapy support.
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<li>A personalised curriculum designed to meet the specific needs of each pupil.</li>
<li>A collaborative and supportive environment where every child is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.</li>
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As part of the Maritime Multi-Academy Trust, we benefit from a forward-thinking and innovative approach to education, working alongside other academies to transform lives through collaboration and a curriculum that equips children with essential life skills.
Why Join Us?
Here’s what you can expect:
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A supportive, team-based culture, where collaboration is key across classrooms and satellite provisions
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Clear development pathways, including opportunities to move from TA to teacher through our ‘grow our own’ approach
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Access to regular training, including weekly CPD for support staff to build confidence and expertise
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Involvement in innovation, with the chance to contribute to the Maritime Outreach Support Service
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A strong sense of purpose, where your contribution directly impacts pupil progress, confidence and wellbeing</li>
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Work-Life Balance role, you’ll benefit from the same school holiday schedule, giving you more time to focus on your well-being and enjoy a healthy work-life balance</li>
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Join a school that is proud to be the Winner of the Primary Special School Provision category at the Medway Parents and Carers Forum SEND Awards.
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Ready to Make a Difference?
We’d love to welcome you for a visit — come and see what makes Danecourt so special. Please contact the school office on 01634 232589 to arrange.
Danecourt School and the Maritime Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.&nbsp; We embrace diversity and equal opportunity, striving to build a team that reflects a range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. The more inclusive we are, the stronger we become.&nbsp; All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and online checks in line with the latest safeguarding guidance.

SEN Teaching Assistant

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/2248/SEND-Teacher-Danecourt-Applications-Pack-2025.pdf" target="_blank">SEND-Teacher-Danecourt-Applications-Pack-2025</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/2249/Danecourt_-_Maritime_Child_Protection_and_Safeguarding_Policy_2024-2025__3___2_.pdf" target="_blank">Danecourt_-_Maritime_Child_Protection_and_Safeguarding_Policy_2024-2025__3___2_</a></li>
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You’ll find more about the role, school, and Trust in the Candidate Information Pack attached.&nbsp; Apply now via My New Term — we may interview and appoint as applications are received, so don’t delay!



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Join Danecout School as a SEND Teacher! A SEND Teaching Role That’s Every Bit As Rewarding As It Is Unique!
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<h4>Are you a passionate, dedicated teacher looking to make a real impact in a specialist setting? At Danecourt School, we’re offering an exciting opportunity for a skilled SEND Teachers to join our incredible team and help transform the lives of children with complex needs.</h4>
<h4>About The Role</h4>
As a SEND teacher at Danecourt, you’ll lead a small class of pupils with a range of needs including autism, communication difficulties, and sensory processing disorders. You’ll have the opportunity to make a life-changing impact every single day by:
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Delivering Personalised Learning: Design and implement creative, individualised learning experiences that help every child reach their full potential—academically, socially, and emotionally.
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Collaborating with Support Staff: Work closely with a skilled team of teaching assistants, therapists, and professionals to provide holistic support for every child.
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Engaging Families: Build strong relationships with families and carers, offering insight, encouragement, and practical strategies to support their children beyond the classroom.
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Celebrating Progress Every Day: Recognise and champion the small steps that lead to big breakthroughs—whether that’s a first word, a new friendship, or a moment of confidence.
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<h4>Who You Are</h4>
We’re seeking an enthusiastic, skilled and compassionate SEND Teachers who are:
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Experienced and Qualified: You hold QTS and have a strong understanding of the needs of pupils with SEND, ideally with experience in a specialist or mainstream SEN setting.
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Creative and Flexible: You adapt quickly, bring energy and new ideas to the classroom, and approach each day with a solution-focused mindset.
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A Strong Communicator: You build positive, professional relationships with pupils, families, and colleagues, and thrive in a collaborative environment.
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Patient and Passionate: You bring empathy, resilience, and a genuine passion for helping every child grow and succeed in their own way.
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<h4>What We Offer&nbsp;</h4>
At Danecourt, we’re proud to offer a collaborative and nurturing environment where teachers are trusted, supported, and empowered to grow. As part of the Maritime Academy Trust, we believe in doing things differently and investing in our people.
Here’s what you can expect:
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A collaborative culture with regular planning sessions and shared expertise across our school and satellite provisions
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A Role With Real Purpose as you won’t just be teaching — you’ll be unlocking potential. Every day brings moments of progress and joy, as our children achieve things they never thought possible.
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Protected PPA time, with the opportunity to work from home one day every fortnight
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Clear career pathways and Tailored CPD, with a strong focus on ‘growing our own’ from SEND-specific CPD to leadership pathways, we invest in your development at every stage of your career
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Involvement in innovation, with access to our Maritime Outreach Support Service and opportunities to help shape SEND best practice
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A supportive team, driven by purpose and united in making a difference for children with SEND
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<h4>Ready to Make A Difference?</h4>
We’d love to welcome you for a visit — come and see what makes Danecourt so special. Please contact the school office on 01634 232589 to arrange.
Danecourt School and the Maritime Academy Trust embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.&nbsp; We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and online checks in line with safeguarding guidance.

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