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You may be required to work outside these hours as per service requirements and these hours may be flexible as can be discussed.</p>\n<p><strong>About the role</strong></p>\n<p>We are seeking a dynamic and self motivated Intensive Needs Support Coach to join us on a fixed term rolling contract as part of the Rough Sleeper Initiative Project. You will provide effective practical and personal support and guidance to our residents during their stay in our accommodation to enable them to become more resilient and to live independently. The service supports residents who have a history of non-engagement and have a history of rough sleeping and complex needs. You will proactively support them to be more engaged in activities and support plans to overcome their personal barriers. You will run activities and complete safety plans, support plans, and other appropriate interventions to support our residents to achieve their goals.</p>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<p>We are looking for someone who is dedicated and passionate to supporting those who face multiple disadvantages within society, and have a history of homelessness. You will be driven to help end the cycle, by providing personalised support to individuals for them to gain greater independence and have long term access to accommodation. You will have an understanding of the challenges they face and understand how different complex needs can vary. We're looking for someone who is resilient, a problem solver, and able to work in fast paced ever-changing environments. </p>\n<ul>\n<li>Experience in working directly with people who have experienced homelessness</li>\n<li>Experience with supporting people with multiple complex needs which can further include substance use and mental health</li>\n<li>Ability to build rapport and develop positive working relationships with our resident groups including those who have challenging behaviour and substance use challenges</li>\n<li>Ability to work in a fast paced environment</li>\n<li>Proven ability to demonstrate compassionate and creative work practices with residents to address support needs and/or risks</li>\n<li>IT Proficiency, ability to learn new software programs, basic Microsoft experience</li>\n<li>Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>What we offer</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>\n<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>\n<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work</li>\n<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>\n<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>\n<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>\n<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>\n<li>EDI Ambassador programme</li>\n<li>Be part of an organisation which believes good care and support improves lives.</li>\n<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>\n</ul>\n<p>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. </p>\n<p>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. </p>\n<p><strong>About Social Interest Group (SIG)</strong></p>\n<p>SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change. <br>Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: <a href=\"https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be\">Theory of Change</a> Further details can be found on our website here: <a href=\"https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk\">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>. </p>\n<p><strong>ADDITIONAL INFORMATION</strong></p>\n<p>Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.</p>\n<p>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. </p>\n<p>For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk\">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a> or call our central office on <a href=\"tel:02036689270\">020 3668 9270</a> to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back. </p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><strong>Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions. </strong></p>\n<p>Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our <a href=\"https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/\">website</a>.</p>\n</blockquote>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£24,500","publishDate":"2025-06-06T15:28:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-07-13T15:28:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/d4801b61-86e7-48ca-b767-8db48dae0331.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"8665faf2-2390-470c-a621-649429b52b60","title":"Senior Social Worker (Learning Disability and Autism Specialist)","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Gun Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham, Kent","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are excited to announce the recruitment of two full-time Specialist Learning Disability and Autism Senior Social Workers to join our Adult Social Care team. 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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.</p><p>Our organisation:</p><p>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.</p><p>Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.</p><p>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.</p><p>Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.</p><p>Important Information-</p><p>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</p><p>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</p><p>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age</p><p>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online</p><p>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.  All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.</p><p>Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.</p><p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</p><p>If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.</p><p>All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£45,830 - £51,130","publishDate":"2025-06-05T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-22T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/f4c879cd-6372-49db-9e3c-ca8c9397e039.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"b2b54ed0-aaad-4f16-81fc-9638c475ef4e","title":"Assistant Team Manager - Fostering","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Broadside, Leviathan Way, Chatham, Kent","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people? 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You will deliver high quality supervision and support social workers in the management of cases ensuring that high quality practice is delivered to safeguard and promote the wellbeing of vulnerable children and young people.</p><p>Children matter in Medway, and so do you. It’s an exciting time to join us as we offer competitive pay and conditions and hybrid working. We are committed to helping you to grow and develop throughout your career and reach your full potential. Our practice development offer, whether you are a manager or practitioner, ensures you will be guided, supported and cared for.</p><p>Whether you are an experienced social worker ready for the next step or an existing assistant team manager we’d like to hear from you. You will be joining an experienced and dedicated social work team who have relationship and strengths-based work with children and families at the core of their practice.</p><p>Join us and #Make a Difference…</p><h4>Our Offer</h4><p>We are proud to offer a range of benefits including –</p><ul>\n<li>A market allowance of £3,000 per annum (payable in 12 equal instalments)</li>\n<li>A retention payment of £2,000 per annum (payable in April, following 2 years service in Medway)</li>\n<li>A generous annual leave entitlement up to 30 days plus bank holidays</li>\n<li>An excellent local government pension scheme</li>\n<li>An essential car user allowance with option to apply for a lease car after six months.</li>\n<li>Free car parking</li>\n<li>Hybrid working - enabling you to work from home/office (minimum of 3 days per week will be required in the office). </li>\n<li>Relocation package of up to £8,000</li>\n<li>A range of staff benefits and discounts including access to fantastic discounts and savings on shops and services, travel discounts, health and wellbeing support, and an employee assistance service.</li>\n<li>Access to professional development and support including Community Care Inform.</li>\n</ul><h4>About You</h4><ul>\n<li>You will hold a recognised Social Work qualification eg. 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For further information on the qualifications, skills and experience required, please refer to the Job Profile and Person Specification.</p><h4>Our organisation</h4><p>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.</p><p>Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.</p><p>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.</p><p>Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.</p><h4>Important Information</h4><p>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</p><h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4><p>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. 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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.</p><p>The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels:<br><br> Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role.  You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C.    You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. 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.</p><p><strong>Our organisation:</strong></p><p>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.</p><p>Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.</p><p>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - 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Ensuring the delivery of quality standards within children’s services, including identification through audit of the effective implementation of policies and procedures and national requirements. Undertake quality assurance activity to support and constructively challenge social work management and practice.</p><p>To celebrate good practice as well as follow up and follow through on learning arising from quality assurance and audit activities ensuring timely action is taken and lessons are learnt, with a whole systems approach to learning.</p><p>Provide regular, analytical and evidence based reports with a focus on “closing the loop” for quality assurance activities. </p><p>Ensuring that all quality assurance work considers and produces recommendations for change and development in policy, service provision and planned continuous improvements in the quality of our work with children and families in Medway.</p><h4>In return, we can offer you:</h4><ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>MedPay – opportunity for pay progression</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</li>\n</ul><h4> Our organisation:</h4><p>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.</p><p>Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.</p><p>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.</p><p>Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.</p><h4>Important Information</h4><p>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</p><p>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</p><p>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. 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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.  </p><p>Following an internal promotion, a Planner role within the Development Management Team has become available. We are looking for someone to be able to effectively and efficiently process all types of planning applications from pre application to determination and if necessary, appeal, including site visit, negotiation, and the preparation of the necessary delegated and committee reports.</p><p>In addition, you will be required to participate in enforcement work and deal with the investigation of breaches of planning control and to progress the appropriate action as required, including defending the action where appropriate.</p><p>You will work closely with the Principal Planning Officers, the Planning Enforcement Team and the Head of Development Management as well as Councillors and representatives of Parish Councils and Neighbourhood groups. </p><p>You will have excellent communication and organisational skills to manage your own caseload and time deadlines and experience of working within the Planning Service.</p><p><em>If you would like to have any questions regarding the role or would like an informal discussion regarding the position, please contact Peter Hockney, Head of Development Management (peter.hockney@medway.gov.uk) or Hannah Gunner, Principal Planning Officer (hannah.gunner@medway.gov.uk).</em></p><p>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.  </p><p>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. </p><p><strong>The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: </strong><br>Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.  </p><p>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.  </p><p>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. </p><p><strong>Important Information- </strong></p><p><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</strong></p><p><strong>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. </strong></p><p>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.   All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. </p><p>Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. </p><p><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range 4 - £31,283 per annum","publishDate":"2025-06-04T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-19T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/02f57806-55db-4ece-8e86-a2fc7c775b6f.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"def7c767-55a3-4cce-b080-1bc26f6d95c6","title":"Health Improvement Programme Manager (Substance Use)","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid – Works part from Gun Wharf and part from home. this may be subject to change. Thursday in Gun Wharf, site visits as needed but no more than 2 days/week in total.","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are seeking a Health Improvement Programme Manager (Substance Use) 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.  </p><p>Medway Public Health are looking to recruit a Public Health professional who can lead and develop their drugs and alcohol treatment offer.</p><p>The Job Description will tell you about the role, but it is an exciting one. You will be joining an established and highly productive team who understands the benefits of collaborative working across organisational boundaries and disciplines. The team have a ‘can do’ attitude who put the needs of the service users frontmost. Importantly the team like working together and respect other’s expertise. You will be responsible for the department’s response to the Harm to Hope Drug Strategy and will help the Senior Responsible Officer deliver the Combatting Drugs Partnership (CDP). You will be working closely with some excellent colleagues in housing and social care who understand the impact of substance misuse on wellbeing.</p><p>The Public Health team are currently designing and commissioning an all age, age appropriate, substance misuse treatment service. </p><p>You will use your experience of working in a Public Health related field and demonstrate a deep understanding of substance misuse issues. As well as being the subject expert in the team, you will use your commissioning skills to design, commission, mobilise and performance manage that new contract. You will use your epidemiological skills to ensure that the service is in contact with and accessible to those who face the greatest risks of poor health outcomes. You will use your experience of research, evaluation and report writing to undertake health needs assessments and evaluation of interventions. </p><p>You will use your interpersonal skills to work effectively and collaboratively with partners from many different organisations and develop the work of the CDP. </p><p>You will use your organisational skills to keep track of the budget and ensure the services provide value for money. You will use your public speaking skills to deliver training and presentations to others on substance use epidemiology and interventions. Due to the nature of the work, you will be overseeing enquiries into drug and alcohol related deaths, and near fatal overdoses. You will take the learning from those enquiries and apply it to service delivery.</p><p>While a large proportion of your work will be about treatment, you will always be thinking about prevention and harm reduction. </p><p>In the application form you will be asked to provide us with a Personal Statement of why you think you have the knowledge, skills and experience to really succeed at the role. It helps us make a decision about inviting you to interview if you provide examples of things, you have done that are similar to the things outlined in the job description. We will be particularly looking out for commissioning experience; evidence of improving health for the general population; improving health for people who face additional barriers; partnership working across disciplines; training; and obviously some experience of substance misuse prevention and treatment services.</p><p>If you would like more information and an informal chat about the role, please contact Claire Hurcum on 01634 337169</p><p>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.  </p><p>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. </p><p>The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: </p><p>Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.  </p><p>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.  </p><p>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. </p><p><strong>Important Information- </strong></p><p><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</strong></p><p><strong>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. </strong></p><p>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.   All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. </p><p>Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. </p><p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range 6 - £44,246 per annum","publishDate":"2025-06-04T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-19T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/7fce923a-96a3-4b2b-b44c-f76daa98021e.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"05f9abed-ebdc-4cd6-9ccd-81f89f63354e","title":"Senior Public Health Project Officer - WorkPlace Health (Internal Candidates Only)","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid – Works part from Gun Wharf and part from home.","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Public Health are seeking a Senior Public Health Project Officer – Workplace Health 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.  </p><p>Do you want to be part of an innovative and forward-thinking team in Public Health?</p><p>Are you passionate about health improvement and tackling health inequalities?</p><p>Do you want to make a difference?</p><p>If so, we want to hear from you.</p><p>Medway Public Health is looking to recruit a highly motivated and dynamic Senior Project Officer to work with businesses and workplaces to improve employee health and wellbeing and reduce health inequalities in Medway. </p><p>The Healthy Workplace Programme helps Medway businesses of all sizes become healthier places to work and currently supports over 130 businesses across Medway and continues to engage more each year. The service supports the Public Health Directorate to achieve key national targets relating to cardiovascular disease prevention, reducing smoking prevalence, reducing alcohol harm and improving mental wellbeing. Crucially the service also supports businesses to maintain a healthy workforce and reduce absenteeism and presenteeism.  </p><p>The postholder will engage new businesses, evaluate and measure outcomes for new and existing workplaces, driving performance to meet targets. They will act as an expert for employers on staff health and wellbeing, supporting theme to assess need and ensure appropriate training and policies are in place. </p><p>The postholder will work with a broad range of staff and stakeholders across Medway to promote broader Public Health initiatives and messaging.  The role will require the ability to build positive working relationships with workplaces and wider stakeholders in the delivery of services.  This will require strong influencing and negotiating skills.</p><p>The postholder will be responsible for monitoring data, identifying challenges or areas of underperformance with the ability to think quickly of solutions to ensure targets are met.  The role will be working closely with the wider Public Health team. </p><p>The postholder will be responsible for encouraging and supporting the marketing of both the healthy workplace programme, including developing ideas and contributing to content.  They will work closely with Medway Council’s Communications and Marketing team to ensure campaigns/posters/promotions are delivered in a timely manner and target the services audience including the use of social media. </p><p>Although this post involves hybrid working at Gun Wharf, and at home, the postholder will be required to travel further to businesses across Medway and must be able to do so in a timely manner.   The role will require some evening and weekend work and the postholder must be a non-smoker with a full driving licence.</p><p><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please e-mail Aeilish Geldenhuys on aeilish.geldenhuys@medway.gov.uk.</em></p><p>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.  </p><p>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. </p><p><strong>The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: </strong><br>Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.  </p><p>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.  </p><p>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. </p><p><strong>Important Information- </strong></p><p><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</strong></p><p><strong>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. </strong></p><p>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.   All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.  </p><p>Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. </p><p><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range 5 - £37.732 per annum","publishDate":"2025-06-04T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-17T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/2a4329e4-e837-41fe-904f-04a1b9d41610.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"fbb6952d-4b09-4e34-b273-f89ff86f044b","title":"Social Worker Safeguarding","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Gun Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham, Kent","locationType":3,"description":"<p>This is an exciting time to join the Medway Safeguarding Team as we have recently changed our service delivery model from three safeguarding teams to one overall safeguarding team. </p><p>We are also expanding the size of the team and are currently recruiting Social Workers to join the service.</p><p>Working in collaboration with the Senior Social Workers, Team Managers and other senior colleagues’, successful candidates will be required to practice as safeguarding social workers to support Medway Council in fulfilling its statutory duties in relation to safeguarding adults, as prescribed by relevant legislation and codes of practice. </p><p>The successful candidates will need to develop and maintain a high level of skill, expertise, and up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, policy, and good practice in order to provide support and advice to others in relation to statutory interventions. </p><p>You will also need to maintain an awareness of changes in theories, legislation, and Medway Council policies, local and agency practices, in order to disseminate knowledge and contribute to the delivery of a high standard safeguarding service.</p><p>Alongside the Designated Senior Officer, successful candidates will be required to undertake the triaging of safeguarding Concerns and competently assess multiple and complex risks. You will have excellent knowledge of Making Safeguarding Personal principles with the ability to apply these in practice. </p><p>You will work collaboratively with individuals, their families, support networks and partner agencies and apply a person centred and strengths-based approach when delivering safeguarding duties including undertaking S.42 enquiries and co-producing safety plans. </p><p>You will be required to initiate and develop effective partnerships and joint working arrangements with other professionals and agencies, in order to ensure the comprehensive assessment of need, and the planning and delivery of appropriate services.</p><p>You will be required to work flexibly in order to meet the needs of residents, with a requirement to undertake regular face to face visits, often unplanned or at short notice.</p><p>This role will require successful candidate to attend and present at safeguarding meetings and possess the skills to accurately and proficiently write, chronologies, s.42 Enquiries and case notes in a timely manner.</p><p><strong>In return we will offer you:  </strong></p><ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>In addition to your basic salary, you will receive a £1000 Golden Hello on completion of you probation period and a retention payment of £3000 paid in 12 monthly instalments (to be reviewed annually)</li>\n</ul><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels:<br><br>    Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p><strong>Our organisation:</strong></p><p>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.</p><p>Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.</p><p>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.</p><p>Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.</p><p><strong>Important Information-</strong></p><p>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</p><p><strong>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</strong></p><p>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age</p><p>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online</p><p>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.  All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.</p><p>Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.</p><p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</p><p>If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.</p><p>All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.</p><p>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting managers, please e-mail Debbie Dukes on debbie.dukes@medway.gov.uk or Gulam Robbani on gulam.robbani@medway.gov.uk</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£38,476 - £45,829 plus £3,000 Retention Payment to be paid in 12 monthly instalments (pro rata) to be reviewed annually (July) £1,000 Golden Hello Payment to be paid on the successful completion of the probation period","publishDate":"2025-06-04T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-07-19T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/4e9338b1-a43c-4146-8f11-344c1d49f6d0.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d9d25882-2120-41c4-924c-ae7fb5228661","title":"Key Stage 1 Teacher","employer":"Medway Council","department":"New Road Primary School & Nursery Unit","location":"New Road Primary School & Nursery Unit","locationType":3,"description":"<p>At New Road Primary School, we believe every child has the right to excel in a vibrant, safe educational environment that enhances life chances and achieves aspirations.  Our children are at the heart of everything we do and they are challenged and supported to achieve their very best. </p>\n<p>A Growth Mind-set ethos underpins our learning, building on the belief that every child can learn, we just learn at different speeds. Our school motto is simple:</p>\n<p>We are a one and a half form entry, Thrive Ambassador, multi-cultural, school and the children’s cultures are celebrated regularly. Some of our children even become Young Interpreters supporting each other in school.</p>\n<p>Within KS1, the classes are taught through <strong>Continuous Provision</strong> and this gives the children the opportunity to explore and develop their curiosity alongside the development of skills and knowledge. The children love this approach to learning and they develop great independence and have lots of fun. This approach to learning results in wonderful attitudes which leads to rapid attainment in learning.</p>\n<p>It is very important to us that our children have the support they need to achieve. 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Flexible working opportunities may be considered during the recruitment process.</p>\n<p>Please find the job description attached for a more detailed specification.</p>\n<p><strong>interviews taking place on Wednesday 22nd May 2025.</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Teacher Main Pay Scale 1 – 6 (Depending on experience)","publishDate":"2025-06-02T13:58:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-07-18T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/8cee195a-b620-460d-9866-1a6da58793a1.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"19a1136f-8c7c-4ae7-9838-ee77436a2241","title":"Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)","employer":"Medway Council","department":"Saxon Way Primary School","location":"Saxon Way Primary School","locationType":3,"description":"<p>An exciting opportunity has arisen at Saxon Way Primary School and we are offering a July start for the right candidate. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the development of our pupils and the school. Saxon Way Primary School is looking to recruit a highly skilled, organised, enthusiastic and motivated higher level teaching assistant to work at pace at the school. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the wellbeing and nurturing of our pupils. We are keen for someone to join who has a strong background and interest in working with SEND pupils.<br><br>The successful candidate will:<br><br>●     Be experienced with whole class teaching<br><br>●     Be enthusiastic and highly motivated<br><br>●     Be highly organised, efficient and proactive<br><br>●     Be friendly and nurturing.<br><br>●     Be vigilant in safeguarding<br><br>●     Have the ability to relate well to children<br><br>●     Be collaborative and team –orientated<br><br>●     Be able to adapt and be flexible to the needs of the school and the pupils<br><br>●     Have at least a Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning.</p>\n<p>●     Be experienced working with SEND pupils.</p>\n<p>Please find the job description and brochure attached for a more detailed specification.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"NJC scale 11-20","publishDate":"2025-06-02T13:54:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-07-18T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/b6249200-277b-4483-9502-7255419ae266.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"3bd44b3d-bf18-477e-ac6c-e6d3f377ef23","title":"Teaching Assistant","employer":"Medway Council","department":"Saxon Way Primary School","location":"Saxon Way Primary School","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Saxon Way Primary School is looking to recruit a highly skilled, organised, enthusiastic and motivated teaching assistant to work at pace at the school. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the wellbeing and nurturing of our pupils.  We are keen for someone to join who has a strong background and interest in working with SEND pupils. </p>\n<p>The successful candidate will:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be enthusiastic and highly motivated</li>\n<li>Be highly organised, efficient and proactive</li>\n<li>Be friendly and nurturing.</li>\n<li>Be vigilant in safeguarding</li>\n<li>Have the ability to relate well to children</li>\n<li>Be collaborative and team –orientated</li>\n<li>Be able to adapt and be flexible to the needs of the school and the pupils</li>\n<li>Have at least a Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning.</li>\n<li>Be experienced working with SEND pupils.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Please find the job description and brochure attached for a more detailed specification.</p>\n<p>Please also include in your application the names, email addresses and direct phone numbers of two professional referees, making clear in what capacity they know you.</p>\n<p><strong>We will approach referees on receipt of your application.</strong></p>\n<p>Applications will be considered as they are received so that this post may be filled before the closing date.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"NJC scale 2-9","publishDate":"2025-06-02T13:51:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-07-18T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/33bb546a-9687-4850-80de-0a6ac288c4c0.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"83e8a260-49b2-4572-a03b-4e2c7799a0f7","title":"Teaching Assistant - Part Time","employer":"Medway Council","department":"St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Primary School","location":"St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Primary School","locationType":3,"description":"<p>“I called you by your name, you are mine.” Isaiah 43 </p>\n<p>We are looking for a kind and patient Teaching Assistant with plenty of enthusiasm and a commitment to providing high quality care and education for children.  The successful candidate will work alongside class teachers to enhance teaching and learning in Key stages 1 and 2. You will be required to assist with lunchtime duties. </p>\n<p>High standards of literacy (including phonics) and numeracy together with the ability to work as part of a team are essential.</p>\n<p>The successful applicant will be educated to NVQ Level 2 or above. The strong Catholic ethos of the school is evident and prospective candidates would be expected to support and promote this. </p>\n<p>We can offer: <br>An opportunity to join a welcoming and friendly school team. <br>A highly supportive leadership team. <br>A committed and dedicated governing body. <br>Wonderful children and supportive parents. </p>\n<p>Safeguarding: <br>This school is committed to recruiting with care and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding checks will be undertaken including an enhanced DBS Check and two references will be required.  </p>\n<p>In line with KCSIE 2024 guidance, as part of the shortlisting process, the School reserves the right to research shortlisted candidates on social media and the internet as part of our due diligence. The recruitment panel may take this information into consideration during the recruitment process. Any information will be treated as confidential and will only be used in relation for the post for which you have applied for.  </p>\n<p>Candidates will be subject to an online search if shortlisted. The search will not form part of the shortlisting process itself, and shortlisted candidates will have the chance to address any issues of concern that come up during the search at interview. </p>\n<p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. <strong>Previous </strong><strong>applicants need not apply.</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Grade D2 4-11 £24404 - £27269 per annum, PRO RATA","publishDate":"2025-06-02T11:19:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-13T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/2f2a4c39-5207-460e-9fe9-998aa9c58f73.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"828d29e6-dc0f-460d-8115-037886d06227","title":"Part-Time Class Teacher Required September 2025","employer":"Medway Council","department":"St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Primary School","location":"St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Primary School","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We wish to appoint a highly motivated teacher who is passionate about making a difference to children’s lives for EYFS - KS2 from September 2025 for a 1 Year Fixed Term contract. This is a part-time position (0.6FTE) for three days per week, one of which must be a Friday. <strong> </strong></p>\n<p>ECTs and experienced teachers are welcome to apply to join our dedicated and enthusiastic team in our friendly one form entry Catholic Primary School. We are situated within wonderful grounds, including a large field and Eco-garden to facilitate excellent outside learning for our wonderful children.  </p>\n<p>Our recent February 2024 OFSTED report stated: St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Primary School is a busy, happy hive of activity for pupils. There is always something going on to interest and inform them. </p>\n<p>The successful candidate will: <br>Be able to demonstrate excellent teaching skills and a commitment to ensuring the best possible outcomes for all children. <br>Inspire our children as resourceful, independent, creative and happy learners. <br>Be an enthusiastic team member who shares the vision of the school. <br>Be effective communicators with staff, parents and children. </p>\n<p>We can offer: <br>An opportunity to join a welcoming, friendly and fun school team. <br>A highly supportive leadership team. <br>A committed and dedicated governing body. <br>Wonderful children and supportive parents. <br>Extensive grounds and Eco garden. </p>\n<p>Safeguarding: <br>This school is committed to recruiting with care and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding checks will be undertaken including an enhanced DBS Check and two references will be required.  </p>\n<p>In line with KCSIE 2024 guidance, as part of the shortlisting process, the School reserves the right to research shortlisted candidates on social media and the internet as part of our due diligence. The recruitment panel may take this information into consideration during the recruitment process. Any information will be treated as confidential and will only be used in relation for the post for which <br>you have applied for.  </p>\n<p>Candidates will be subject to an online search if shortlisted. The search will not form part of the shortlisting process itself, and shortlisted candidates will have the chance to address any issues of concern that come up during the search at interview. </p>\n<p>Candidates are warmly encouraged to make an appointment to view the school and meet Louise Prestidge (Headteacher). Please ring 01634 371892 or email office@staugustine.medway.sch.uk</p>\n<p>Please complete our application form and send or email it to the school. </p>\n<p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. 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Intensive Needs Support Coach (12 month FTC)

Social Interest Group

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£24,500

25 Victoria Street (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Senior Social Worker (Learning Disability and Autism Specialist)

Medway Council

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£45,830 - £51,130

Gun Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham, Kent (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Assistant Team Manager - Fostering

Medway Council

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Up to £54,130 (inclusive of market allowance) + annual retention payment

Broadside, Leviathan Way, Chatham, Kent (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Business Support Officer

Medway Council

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£25,752 - £30,732

Medway Council, Gun Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Service Manager - Practice Development Team

Medway Council

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£55607 - £60114

Broadside, Leviathan Way, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4LL (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Planning Officer (Internal Candidates Only)

Medway Council

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Range 4 - £31,283 per annum

Hybrid – Works part from Gun Wharf and part from home. (On-Site)

Posted 4 days ago

Health Improvement Programme Manager (Substance Use)

Medway Council

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Range 6 - £44,246 per annum

Hybrid – Works part from Gun Wharf and part from home. this may be subject to change. Thursday in Gun Wharf, site visits as needed but no more than 2 days/week in total. (On-Site)

Posted 4 days ago

Senior Public Health Project Officer - WorkPlace Health (Internal Candidates Only)

Medway Council

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Range 5 - £37.732 per annum

Hybrid – Works part from Gun Wharf and part from home. (On-Site)

Posted 4 days ago

Social Worker Safeguarding

Medway Council

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£38,476 - £45,829 plus £3,000 Retention Payment to be paid in 12 monthly instalments (pro rata) to be reviewed annually (July) £1,000 Golden Hello Payment to be paid on the successful completion of the probation period

Gun Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham, Kent (On-Site)

Posted 4 days ago

Key Stage 1 Teacher

New Road Primary School & Nursery Unit

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Main Pay Scale

New Road Primary School & Nursery Unit (On-Site)

Posted 5 days ago

KS1/KS2 PPA Cover Class Teacher

Saxon Way Primary School

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Teacher Main Pay Scale 1 – 6 (Depending on experience)

Saxon Way Primary School (On-Site)

Posted 7 days ago

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Saxon Way Primary School

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NJC scale 11-20

Saxon Way Primary School (On-Site)

Posted 7 days ago

Teaching Assistant

Saxon Way Primary School

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NJC scale 2-9

Saxon Way Primary School (On-Site)

Posted 7 days ago

Closing in 4 days

Teaching Assistant - Part Time

St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Primary School

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Grade D2 4-11 £24404 - £27269 per annum, PRO RATA

St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Primary School (On-Site)

Posted 7 days ago

Closing in 4 days

Part-Time Class Teacher Required September 2025

St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Primary School

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Pay: Main Scale

St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Primary School (On-Site)

Posted 7 days ago

KS1 Teacher (Year 1)

Greenvale Primary School

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MPS £31,650 - £43,607

Greenvale Primary School (On-Site)

Posted 17 days ago

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