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Do you have the skills and knowledge to make a difference in our temporary accommodation service? You could be at the forefront of shaping strategies that make a difference to our clients who require temporary accommodation.</p>\n<p><strong>What’s the role? …</strong></p>\n<p>Housing Services Directorate is looking to appoint an Accommodation Assessment & Lettings Team Leader to manage a team of six Accommodation Assessment & Lettings Officers responsible for offering suitable accommodation under S188 and S193 duties. Successful management of this service area will ensure we deliver a high quality, customer-focused approach to our applicants eligible for homelessness assistance and continuous improvement and efficiency in the service delivery. In addition, you will ensure officers complete S208, enforce offer of suitable accommodation, correctly undertake the discharge of duty and complete all other tasks relevant to their role.</p>\n<p><strong>What’s in it for you?</strong> </p>\n<p>Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous holiday allowance </li>\n<li>Local Government Pension scheme </li>\n<li>Flexible working and family friendly policies </li>\n<li>Season ticket and bicycle loans </li>\n<li>A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships </li>\n<li>Supportive staff networks</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>What we’re looking for</strong></p>\n<p>We are seeking an experienced Accommodation Assessment & Lettings Team Leader with a good working knowledge of managing a team responsible for offering accommodation under S188 and S193, Part 6 & 7 of the Housing Act 1996, Homelessness Act 2002 and Localism Act 2011 and its application. You must have knowledge and understanding of the activities, functions and processes involved in offering suitable accommodation under S188 and S193 as well as issuing discharge of duty decisions. </p>\n<p>In return, we will offer excellent development opportunities, plus a range of benefits that includes a career average pension scheme, flexible working and the opportunity to make a real difference to our local community.</p>\n<p><strong>Location </strong></p>\n<p>Whilst the service is primarily based in Laurence House, we operate a hybrid approach whereby you may be required to work both in the office and from home as determined by service requirements.</p>\n<p><a href=\"https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us\">Applicant handbook</a> - please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed. </p>\n<p><strong>For an informal discussion, please contact Abdul Hamid on 07385 226267</strong></p>\n<p>Lewisham 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 in this commitment.</p>\n<p>We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds.</p>\n<p>The post is subject to a DBS.</p>\n<p><strong>To find out more, including a full job description and person specification, and to apply, please visit the </strong><a href=\"https://efuy.fa.em3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/1219/?utm_medium=jobshare&utm_source=External+Job+Share\"><strong>Lewisham Council website</strong></a></p>\n<p><strong>Salary</strong></p>\n<p>£47,628 - £49,638 per annum (P03)</p>\n<p>N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.</p>\n<p><strong>Diversity </strong></p>\n<p>Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply\">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a> </p>\n<p>The Council has a dedicated employment support service, <a href=\"https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks\">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. 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We also offer a flexible working environment, generous leave, and a commitment to your professional development.</p>\n<p>Ready to Help Shape the City?</p>\n<p>Apply now to join a team at the forefront of sustainable urban development in London.</p>\n<p>We offer a competitive salary as well as a range of benefits, including the payment of professional fees. </p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: Noon on Tuesday 20th May 2025</strong></p>\n<p>Provisional interview date: W/C 2nd June 2025</p>\n<p>To apply online please click the Apply online button above.   </p>\n<p>Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24 hr answerphone) quoting reference number OENV0437 if you experience any difficulties.  A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732. </p>\n<p>The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. </p>\n<p>We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we receive a high number of applications. </p>\n<p>Because our roles are so varied, we don’t have a ‘one size fits all’ policy for workplace attendance. 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You will often work alone and coordinate with external agencies and caring services to support vulnerable adults.<br><br>Your role will involve tenancy management, addressing nuisance and antisocial behaviour, and enforcing actions as needed. Additionally, you'll conduct building inspections focusing on health and safety and necessary repairs.<br><br>Proficiency in using various software packages, writing concise reports, and effective communication with a diverse range of people is essential. You must manage your time and workload efficiently, using resources effectively.<br><br>Engaging with tenant's face to face is a critical part of this role and as such homeworking is not applicable to this post.<br><br><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br>You will need to have a strong background in assessing and supporting tenants' needs, with a keen understanding of housing legislation, welfare reform, benefits, and sustaining tenancies. Your experience includes working with diverse cultural groups and recognising their unique needs within a caring context.<br><br>You're proficient in communicating with a wide range of individuals, remaining calm under pressure, and handling sensitive situations. Your education includes being a member of the Chartered Institute of Housing or holding equivalent qualifications or experience.<br><br>Flexibility, the ability to work as part of a team, and a valid driving license with access to a car for travel across the Borough are crucial. You're also open to ongoing training to meet service requirements.<br><br>Join us and make a meaningful impact on the lives of those you support while growing with a dedicated and passionate team.<br><br>This is a public facing role so you'll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English <br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong> - that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.<br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<br> <br> We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce thatreflects the diversity of our borough <br><strong>Application Process</strong><br><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person's criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. 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We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns<br>- Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways<br>- Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons<br>- Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<br>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"GBP 29,093.00 - 31,586.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00","publishDate":"2025-05-10T02:01:24.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-19T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/1a451e22-e3db-4ff3-b0f9-e4a454835828.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"023a1c30-3037-4ea3-87d6-27971292a3e8","title":"Senior Solicitor - Contracts and Procurement","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Luton Town Hall/Hybrid","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong> - that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.<br><br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<br><strong>About the job</strong><br><strong>Salary: £50,512 - £53,584 a year, £3,203 car benefit a year plus up to £4,000 market supplement a year</strong><br><strong>Hours per week: 37</strong><br><strong>Contract type: Permanent</strong><br> <br>We have an exciting opportunity available within our legal team where you will assist in making sure an efficient, effective and economic legal service is delivered to the Council, its Executive, Committees, Sub Committees, departments and its wholly owned companies.<br> <br>Working within the property planning and Contracts team, you will conduct and manage a mixed caseload of commercial contracts, procurement and governance related work.<br><strong>About you</strong><br>We are looking for an experienced lawyer with a broad range of good commercial contracts and procurement experience, ideally within a local government/public sector context.<br> <br>You must be able to demonstrate significant experience of undertaking complex legal work in commercial contracts and procurement and have a sound understanding of the applicable legal framework.<br> <br>The post holder must be capable of working under pressure, taking initiative and adopting proactive approaches to deliver a fast and efficient service and must be able to perform legal work with minimum supervision.<br> <br>You must be able to communicate at all levels clearly and concisely, providing professional and commercial advice to a wide range of clients within the Council.<br> <br>You must be a UK qualified Solicitor or Barrister or Fellow of CILEX with substantial relevant post qualification experience and hold a practicing certificate with a minimum of six years plus post qualification experience.<br> <br>Please ensure your supporting statement demonstrates your experience and knowledge in order for your application to be considered.<br><strong>Benefits</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br>- From 25 to 32 days' annual leave: linked to length of service and grade<br>- Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave<br>- Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area<br>- Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant<br>- Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)<br>- Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home<br>- Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns<br>- Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways<br>- Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons<br>- Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<br><strong>How to apply</strong><br>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out!<br><br>Our 'How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application: https://jobs.luton.gov.uk/how-to-apply/<br>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"GBP 50,512.00 - 53,584.00 per year;GBP 3,203.00 ;GBP 4,000.00 ;GBP 8,000.00","publishDate":"2025-05-10T02:01:24.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-06T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/a8de1109-31b7-422d-b104-3eff9e2dafd2.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9ea00d9b-2ba0-40c2-a7a9-f6657567c43a","title":"Educational Psychologist","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Luton","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the job</strong><br><strong>Salary:Soulbury ScaleA 5-10 plus SPA (£50,627 - £60,160 a year) plus £963 Essential Car User allowance (subject to criteria)</strong><br><strong>Hours per week:37 and 22.2 hours per week available</strong><br><strong>Contract type: Permanent</strong><br> <br>Are you looking to work within a thriving team, where you make an impact every day and broaden and deepen your psychological skills?<br> <br>At Luton Child and Educational Psychology Service, our mission is:<br> <br><strong>Working Inclusively Towards Hope WITH children and young people</strong><br> <br>If this resonates with you and you are looking for a new challenge or the first step in your career we would love to hear from you!<br> <br><strong> As a member of our team, you will benefit from: </strong><ul> <li>Essential car user allowance (£963 a year subject to criteria)</li> <li>Full and part-time permanent contracts available (minimum 0.6 FtE)</li> <li>Option to purchase an additional 20 days leave</li> <li>Individual and peer reflective supervision</li> <li>Supportive and caring leadership team</li> </ul><strong> More about working for Luton Child and Educational Psychology Service: </strong><ul> <li>Our long-established traded service continues to thrive, offering a link EP through an early intervention consultation model responsive to local needs;</li> <li>Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) programme is in it's fifth year, with our team delivering on-going training to new ELSAs and supervision to trained ELSAs;</li> <li>Trainee and assistant educational psychologists are a core part of our team, developing skills for the future role, supporting the delivery of a wide range of EP services and inspiring us;</li> <li>Our team is represented within multi-disciplinary neurodiversity early concerns pilot, alongside wider initiatives to promote neuro-affirming approaches;</li> <li>Emotion Coaching ethos is embedded within our approach and training offer to education settings, led by our accredited practitioner;</li> <li>Working towards being anti-racist and trauma-informed is a core mission for our team;</li> <li>As part of the Department for Education (DfE) Change programme, we are piloting initiatives around use of alternative provision, where our service is represented within a multi-disciplinary team;</li> <li>Specialist senior EPs support several multi-disciplinary teams and projects, including Youth Partnership Service, Social care and Virtual School and Early Years, offering a breadth of knowledge, applied skills and expertise across services;</li> <li>We work closely with mental health service leads, NHS clinical officers and public health officials in supporting and developing local wellbeing strategy, support for children and young people experiencing emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA) and critical incident response;</li> <li>Our community psychology approach continues to expand as we think about engaging with and responding to the needs of marginalised groups.</li> </ul><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br>As an equal opportunities employer, we strongly welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We want our workforce to reflect the diversity of our local communities so that we can all work for a brighter future - together.<br> <br>We warmly welcome applications from HCPC registered educational psychologists, and those in training, who are due to qualify in 2025 or 2026.<br> <br>If you are interested in joining our fantastic service, please contact Dr Joanne Summers (Principal Educational Psychologist and Head of Inclusion Services) joanne.summers@luton.gov.uk or Dr Jane Reichardt (Deputy Principal Educational Psychologist) jane.reichardt@luton.gov.uk to arrange an informal discussion.<br><br><strong>About us</strong><br>We are a supportive team of creative and dynamic psychologists, seeking colleagues to expand our much in-demand service.<br> <br>Our service offers a balanced workload of traded and statutory work, opportunities to develop areas of interest through project work and enriching continued professional development.<br> <br>Luton is a highly diverse unitary authority, within 30 minutes train journey of London to the south and bordered by Central Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Buckinghamshire. We have excellent established relationships with our schools and educational settings and are growing our community-based offer. The council offices are situated in the Town Hall in the vibrant and lively town centre, accessible by car and public transport.<br> <br>Luton has a bold, ambitious and inspiring vision - a healthy, fair, and sustainable town where everyone can thrive, and no-one has to live in poverty. Luton 2040 <br> <br>Our work within the EPS is oriented around achieving this vision, by working in co-production, using person-centred approaches and empowering others. We are committed to working through a trauma-informed framework, promoting relational approaches and being actively anti-racist.<br><strong>Application Process</strong><br><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person's criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.</strong><br><strong>Benefits</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br>- From 25 to 32 days' annual leave: linked to length of service and grade<br>- Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave<br>- Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area<br>- Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant<br>- Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)<br>- Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home<br>- Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns<br>- Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways<br>- Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons<br>- Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<br>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"GBP 50,627.00 - 60,160.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00","publishDate":"2025-05-10T02:01:24.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-08T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/66c2eebc-d81d-463e-b655-8c4f03f223ca.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d6feb772-ca2a-4b2d-91b2-183c02bf3119","title":"Document Controller","employer":"Peabody","department":"","location":"South East London","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>The vacancy</strong><br><br>As a <strong>Document Controller</strong> you'll play a vital role in managing and optimising our document control processes for new build development projects. Your day might start with organising and maintaining our SharePoint-based property document repository, followed by assisting Development Managers with metadata updates and document uploads. Later, you might provide training to internal users on system access, review handover documents for completeness, or address stakeholder queries related to document management.<br><br>You'll be the go-to expert for ensuring accurate and efficient documentation processes, driving collaboration across teams, and refining our systems to ensure they meet the needs of all stakeholders.<br><br><strong>What You'll Be Doing</strong><br><br>You'll manage the SharePoint-based property document repository, ensuring all uploads, distributions, and records are accurate and up to date. This includes maintaining document retention timelines, assisting with construction project handovers, and managing access permissions for both internal and external users. You'll also play an active role in onboarding users to the system, addressing queries, and reviewing documents for accuracy and completeness. By adhering to established policies and procedures, you'll help ensure compliance and streamline document management processes across Peabody's development projects.<br><br><strong>About You</strong><br><br>To thrive in this role, you'll need excellent organisational skills and a proactive approach to document and information management.<br><br>You'll bring:<ul> <li>Strong organisational skills and a detail-oriented mindset.</li> <li>A passion for document and information management, with a keen appreciation for accuracy.</li> <li>The ability to multitask and prioritise effectively to meet deadlines.</li> <li>Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently or collaboratively.</li> <li>A proactive attitude towards fostering collaboration and driving improvements.</li>\n</ul><strong>What You'll Have</strong><ul> <li>Experience using Electronic Document Management Systems, ideally within property or construction.</li> <li>Advanced proficiency with SharePoint management (desirable).</li> <li>Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications.</li>\n</ul><strong>Here are just a few of the benefits of working at Peabody: </strong><ul> <li>30 days' annual holiday, plus bank holidays</li> <li>two additional paid volunteering days each year </li> <li>flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal </li> <li>4 x salary life assurance</li> <li>up to 10% pension contribution</li>\n</ul><strong>Are you ready to apply? </strong><br><br>If you have any questions about this role, please email Talent Specialist, <strong>Chloe Singleton</strong> at <strong>chloe.singleton@peabody.org.uk</strong><br><br>We may close this advert before the advertised closing date, depending on the number of applications received.<br><br><strong>Interviews will be taking place week commencing 2nd June</strong><br><br><strong>PLEASE NOTE: As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer.</strong>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£40,000","publishDate":"2025-05-10T01:06:51.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-23T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/f68f3240-bee6-4412-a32a-5387a69a8e90.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"14c79616-c8f0-4eb2-95f1-d5779674d3bc","title":"Care Support Worker","employer":"Peabody","department":"","location":"Basildon","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>The vacancy</strong><br><br>Charles Harper House is a supported housing service for people with learning disabilities and sensory impairments, such as visual or hearing loss. The scheme consists of eight self-contained flats, two on-site offices, a communal area, and a large garden. Staff in the service are trained in <strong>British Sign Language (BSL)</strong>, and it is essential that you hold a <strong>Level 1 or 2 qualification in BSL</strong> for this role. This role can either be full-time (37.5 hrs a week) or part-time (22.5 hrs a week).<br><br>Your typical day could start with creating and implementing support plans consistently and correctly for our customers. Then you might be supporting individuals to pursue hobbies and leisure activities at home and in their community by being innovative, enthusiastic and encouraging.<br><br>As a <strong>Care Support Worker</strong>, you'll be assisting people to live their best life. With a particular focus supporting people with kindness and compassion. You will support people with all aspects of daily living including assisting people with their personal care and health needs.<br><br>Your kind, compassionate and driven to protect the rights of the people you support. You'll respect individual characters you are supporting and the different wants and needs they may have. To be successful in this role you'll need to be available to work on a rota basis which is covered over a 24/7 period. Some waking nights and sleep ins will be required.<br><br>Could it be you?<br><br>To be successful in this role, you'll be:<ul> <li>Qualified in British Sign Language (Level 1 or above) - essential</li> <li>The understanding and ability to respond to people's unique needs and desires.</li> <li>Experience of providing support to vulnerable individuals.</li> <li>The ability to maintain records, with high levels of attention to detail.</li>\n</ul>In return, Peabody offers:<ul> <li>25 days' annual holiday, plus bank holidays</li> <li>Two additional paid volunteering days each year</li> <li>Flexible benefits scheme, including family-friendly benefits and access to a discount portal</li> <li>4 x salary life assurance</li> <li>Up to 10% pension contribution</li>\n</ul>This role will require an enhanced DBS check.<br><br>Are you ready to apply? <br><br>If you have any questions about this role, please email Talent Specialist, <strong>George Murphy, george.murphy@peabody.org.uk</strong><br><br><strong>Interviews will be taking place week commencing 5th May 2025 . </strong><br><br>PLEASE NOTE: As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£24,863 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-10T01:06:50.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-23T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/158190d8-be4d-46c6-8ee7-b16217e062c2.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"44ea9e55-f1b3-434a-b2d2-0a4dffe2725f","title":"Specialist Housing Officer","employer":"Peabody","department":"","location":"London","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>The vacancy</strong><br><br>Your day might begin with a welcome visit to new tenants who have just moved in, ensuring they feel settled and understand the support available to them. You might then attend a Residents' Association meeting to listen to concerns about local issues and identify potential solutions. Later, you could be showing residents how to use Peabody's self-service tools for managing their accounts, before heading out to support a vulnerable resident in need of your assistance.<br><br>As a Specialist Housing Officer, no two days will be the same. You'll play a crucial role within your community, supporting residents' practical needs, promoting their wellbeing, and ensuring community safety. With a focus on helping vulnerable residents who have a history of rough sleeping, you'll actively work with them to manage their homes and neighbourhoods, improving Peabody's services and always putting residents' needs first.<br><br><strong>About you:</strong><br>You are a people person who thrives on solving problems and making a positive difference. Collaborative and resourceful, you build strong relationships across teams to find creative solutions. This role will require you to work in the office for 1 day per week, with the flexibility to work remotely for the remaining days.<br><br>Your responsibilities will cover all aspects of housing management, including estate, scheme, and property inspections, signing up new residents, identifying and resolving issues including ASB, and capturing feedback to enhance customer satisfaction. If you are driven by a passion for supporting people and helping them thrive, we want to hear from you.<br><br><strong>This role will require a full UK Driver's license and a full enhanced DBS check. You will also need to participate in an out of hours on call rota. </strong><br><br><strong>To be successful in this role, you'll need:</strong><ul> <li>A commitment to delivering first-class customer service.</li> <li>Resilience, flexibility, and a positive, compassionate, can-do attitude.</li> <li>Strong organisational skills with the ability to self-manage a diverse and varied workload effectively.</li> <li>Experience in a customer-facing role, ideally within housing management or the social housing sector.</li>\n</ul><strong>Here are just a few of the benefits of working at Peabody: </strong><ul> <li>30 days' annual holiday, plus bank holidays</li> <li>two additional paid volunteering days each year </li> <li>flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal </li> <li>4 x salary life assurance</li> <li>up to 10% pension contribution</li>\n</ul><strong>Are you ready to apply? </strong><br><br>If you have any questions about this role, please email Talent Specialist, <strong>Chloe Singleton</strong> at <strong>chloe.singleton@peabody.org.uk</strong><br><br><strong>Interviews will be taking place week commencing 2nd June</strong><br><br><strong>PLEASE NOTE: As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer.</strong>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£38,400","publishDate":"2025-05-10T01:06:50.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-23T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/2154ea57-672f-4ecf-9324-eb325b42788e.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d201fc42-49cf-428b-9ea3-a5be4b66437f","title":"Brokerage Assistant","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"To be confirmed","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About Us</strong><br> <br>North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong><br> <br>We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Brokerage Assistant to join our Personalised Commissioning Team. The Team dedicated to ensuring people are receiving the support and care they need to maintain their independence and wellbeing, we are responsible for sourcing packages of care and support from the market place for people who may be funding services themselves or eligible for Health or Social Care funding, the services include but are not limited to Care Homes, Domiciliary Care, Supported living, Extra Care, Reablement, Day Services. <br><br><b>In this role</b><br> <br> As the first point of contact for the team, this role will primarily require the individual to triage calls and where possible resolve the query, manage and respond to enquiries into the team inbox and distribute referrals to relevant Brokerage Advisor. The role will include liaising with individuals and their families, internal and external partners and professionals, hospitals across the area and colleagues in the integrated care board. This is a fast-paced role and will require the ability to prioritise and organise effectively.<br><br><strong>Work Style</strong><br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.<br><br>This role falls into the category of <strong> Fixed Worker</strong> which means you can expect to work in the following way:<br><br><strong>Fixed Worker </strong><ul> <li>4+ days in the office</li> <li>Spends most or all of their time in the office, due to nature of the work but can be for reasons such as unsuitable home working conditions or a desire for separation of home and work life.</li> <li>The office remains a shared space with cultural encouragement for clear desk policies.</li> </ul> <br> <br><strong>About You</strong><br> <br>We are looking for an individual who is passionate about supporting people and who possesses the following skills and experience:<br><br><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>You will be able to demonstrate excellent customer service and communication skills to enable you to work with wide range of professionals and the public.</li> <li>You will be organised with the ability to problem solve, prioritise, and manage workload using your own initiative.</li> <li>You will be competent in all aspects of IT applications, able to meet tight deadlines and produce work to a high standard.</li> <li>You will be able to work as part of a team</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>Desirable Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>A knowledge of care provisions in North Somerset that support people in the community</li> <li>Awareness of legislation relevant to Social Care</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>What We Offer</strong><br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Local Government Pension</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li> </ul> <br> <br>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong><br> <br>If you share our <strong>vision and values</strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the <strong>apply online</strong> button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.<br><br><strong>Contact Information</strong><br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact <b>Emma Halford-Snook, Personalised Commissioning Manager via email on emma.halford-snook@n-somerset.gov.uk</b><br><br><strong>Important Information</strong><br> <br>As a <strong>Disability Confident Leader</strong>, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.<br><br><strong>Interview Date: To be confirmed.</strong><br><br><strong> Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role. </strong><br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong><br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. <br><br>We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<br><br>We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 4:- £25,584 - £27,269 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-10T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-15T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/5c237d6f-1df5-408b-ba54-3ca3bf170bbe.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"b8400db1-7885-4ebf-8378-1a5d587f8a8d","title":"Principal Trading Standards Officer","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"To be confirmed","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About Us</strong><br> <br>North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong><br> <br>We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Principal Trading Standards Officer to join our Trading Standards Service.<br><br>Alongside the Council's highly motivated team of officers, you will undertake a wide range of trading standards functions including:<ul> <li>investigation of criminal offences,</li> <li>inspection of a wide range of business premises,</li> <li>provision of business advice,</li> <li>food standards enforcement.</li> </ul> <br> <br>You will be familiar with the intelligence-led ethos of a modern trading standards service, able to confidently initiate and deliver effective partnership working and familiar with the wide range of challenges which the Team is tasked with addressing, such as organised crime, modern slavery and illicit tobacco.<br><br>You must be a good team player, boasting excellent interpersonal and communication skills, yet equally able to meet challenging deadlines under your own initiative. The duties of the post require a commitment to undertake continuing professional development.<br><br><strong>This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. </strong><br><br><strong>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.</strong><br><br><strong>This position is currently based at our Castlewood offices in Clevedon</strong><strong>. Please be advised that this office will be closing in 2025. Consultation is currently underway to determine the new location for colleagues based in Castlewood. This will be at Weston-super-Mare.</strong><br><br><strong>Work Style</strong><br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.<br><br>This role falls into the category of <strong> Flexible Worker</strong> which means you can expect to work in the following way:<br> <br> <ul> <li>2-3 days in the office</li> <li>Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.</li> <li>Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li> </ul> <br> <br><strong>About You</strong><br> <br>We are looking for an individual who is passionate about Trading Standards, and who possesses the following skills and experience:<br><br><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Relevant Trading Standards Qualification/Diploma in Trading Standards (or equivalent)</li> <li>Proven track record of undertaking Trading Standards investigations and inspections</li> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>Desirable Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Food Standards qualified/competent</li> <li>Weights & Measures qualified/competent</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>What We Offer</strong><br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<br> <br> <ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Local Government Pension</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated in-house Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li> </ul> <br> <br>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong><br> <br>If you share our <strong>vision and values</strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the <strong>apply online</strong> button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.<br><br><strong>Contact Information</strong><br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact Gareth Mellors, Trading Standards Manager, at gareth.mellors@n-somerset.gov.uk or (01275) 444 193.<br><br><strong>Important Information</strong><br> <br>As a <strong>Disability Confident Leader</strong>, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.<br><br><strong>Interview Date: </strong>Monday 09 June 2025.<br><br><strong> Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role. </strong><br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong><br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. <br><br>We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<br><br>We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 9:- £41,511 - £46,731 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-10T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-30T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/47a02390-380b-4dfa-9210-8e8b710426be.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"4e83e610-4fcd-4aeb-a583-e3b3382f76bd","title":"Senior Civil Enforcement Officer","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"To be confirmed","locationType":3,"description":"<b>This vacancy is only open to North Somerset Council employees and agency workers contracted to North Somerset Council.</b><br><br><strong>About Us</strong><br> <br>North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong><br> <br>We are seeking a dedicated Senior Civil Enforcement Officer to join our Parking Services team. The Parking Services team cover enforcement of parking restrictions and Public Space Protection Orders (PSPO) offences across the whole of North Somerset district.<br><br>The person will report directly to the Civil Enforcement Supervisor and will act in a senior responsible officer position. You will make decisions and give advice to other members of the team, within guidelines, particularly when working outside of normal core hours to maintain a fair and consistent approach to parking enforcement. You will ensure officers safety and that they are briefed and debriefed each day with relivent information. You will train new staff and monitor existing staff for any training requirements and carry out enforcement checks as required and ensure daily checks of car parks and on-street are completed. You will also be required to carry out normal duties of a Civil Enforcement Officer. Working hours will be on a fixed rota basis, 4 days on 2 days off, to include evenings, weekends and bank holidays. Full uniform and training provided.<br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><ul> <li>Daily monitoring of team and deal with issues as they arise</li> <li>Checking vehicles in car parks and in-street enforcement areas to ensure they comply with the parking order and legislation</li> <li>Issuing parking enforcement notices and collecting evidence</li> <li>Collecting evidence of PSPO offence and blue badge misuse investigations</li> <li>Maintenance and checking of Pay and Display machines</li> <li>Health and Saftey checks to car parks</li> </ul><br> <br>The post-holder must have a valid driving licence or be able to use suitable alternative methods of travel throughout the district.<br><br><strong>Work Style</strong><br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development.<br><br>This role falls into the category of Mobile/Field Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:<br><br><ul> <li><strong>Mobile/Field Worker</strong></li> <ul> <li>0-1 day in the office</li> <li>Includes field workers who primarily work remotely.</li> <li>Comes into the office for meetings or focused work. Virtual connections with the team are essential, with portable technology supporting work on the go.</li> </ul> </ul><br> <br><strong>About You</strong><br> <br>We are looking for an individual who is passionate about parking enforcement and who possesses the following skills and experience:<br><br><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Parking enforcement related experience</li> <li>Managing a small team on a daily basis</li> <li>Attention to detail to ensure evidence is collected for investigations</li> </ul><br><br><strong>What We Offer</strong><br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.<br><br>We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Local Government Pension</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li> </ul> <br> <br>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong><br> <br>If you share our <strong>vision and values</strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the <strong>apply online</strong> button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.<br><br><strong>Contact Information</strong><br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact <strong>Adrian</strong>, <strong>Civil Enforcement Supervisor</strong>, on <strong>07392 138018.</strong><br><br><strong>Important Information</strong><br> <br>As a <strong>Disability Confident Leader</strong>, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.<br><br><strong>Interview Date: </strong>To be confirmed<br><br><strong>Please note: </strong>We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong><br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. <br><br>We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 6:- £31,067 - £33,366 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-10T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-12T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/292fe5ab-b62b-4bde-8c76-d92aff72b769.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9e58d5a6-653f-4680-84bf-f04040a0a03e","title":"Rough Sleeper Coordinator","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"To be confirmed","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About Us</strong><br> <br>North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong><br> <br>This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive, committed, and robust individual to join our Homeless Prevention Team, with the post-holder fulfilling a key strategic and operational role to prevent and reduce rough sleeping in North Somerset.<br><br>In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining a strategic overview of the issues relating to rough-sleeping in North Somerset and ensure effective relationships with partners to deliver strategic and operational objectives. This means working closely with outreach, accommodation and support providers and other relevant agencies to promote a systematic approach in services for those sleeping rough or at risk of sleeping rough. On an operational level you will keep an overview of current cases to seek successful pathways. You will also be responsible for organising the council's rough sleeper count and managing its severe weather emergency protocol.<br><br>To succeed, you will have experience of working within homelessness/rough sleeping and delivering a client and outcome focused service, as well as an in-depth knowledge of the factors that contribute to people sleeping rough. Be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of local and national strategies to address rough-sleeping and have the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with clients, local authority partners, health, voluntary sector agencies and the police.<br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><br> <br>The post holder is expected to provide strategic oversight of rough sleeper services and multiple activities across service areas working with rough sleepers and those facing homelessness. The project has specific funding outcomes and analysis, monitoring and reporting outcomes to the Ministry of Housing Communities and Local Government will be a key responsibility. The post-holder, will be expected to work in an integrated way with partners across the council and outside the organisation (including private sector providers and other public sector and voluntary organisations).The Rough Sleeper Coordinator will support delivery of a range of straight forward to complex project work, the outcomes of which must comply with council policy, council statutory obligations and external (including partner) requirements/obligations. <br><br>Typical activities will include:<ul> <li>To act as single lead point of contact for all rough sleeping outreach related work. This will include working closely with the outreach services and monitoring the funding and service level agreement for outreach services ensuring outcomes are met</li> <li>Project Management of rough sleeping interventions and completion of any data returns as required by Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG)</li> <li>Work closely with MHCLG rough sleeper advisor to share best practice and project monitoring</li> <li>Lead for Housing Solutions on the Street2Settled partnership to facilitate a multi-agency approach to prevent rough sleeping and support those rough sleeping into long term accommodation.</li> <li>Monitor the actions in the Rough Sleeper Strategy action plan to help achieve objectives</li> <li>Represent the Council at local and sub regional rough sleeper meetings</li> <li>Plan and submit rough sleeping funding bids both at local or sub-regional level and co-ordinate feedback and recommendations</li> <li>Assess and analyse outcomes for rough sleepers/single homeless to increase insight into the early causes of homelessness to improve services</li> <li>Work closely with agencies offering services to rough sleepers e.g. community nursing, community response, to understand services and any gaps in provision</li> <li>Prepare reports/updates and member briefings on progress of initiatives</li> <li>Work closely with the Council's Communication Team with reference to press queries and communications</li> <li>Respond to Freedom of Information requests</li> <li>Take and answer queries from the public, elected members and other stakeholders</li> </ul> <br> <br><strong>Work Style</strong><br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.<br><br>This role falls into the category of <strong> Flexible Worker</strong> which means you can expect to work in the following way:<br> <br><strong>Flexible Worker </strong><ul> <li>2-3 days in the office</li> <li>Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.</li> <li>Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li> </ul> <br> <br><strong>About You</strong><br> <br>You must be able to plan ahead, organise work to meet deadlines and manage your own work/case load in a busy, fast paced environment, including experience of developing action plans and joint working protocols.<br><br>This is a high-profile post and excellent communication, influencing and reasoning skills are key, as is a flair for solving problems.<br><br>We are looking for an individual who is passionate about homelessness and housing, and who possesses the following skills and experience:<br><br><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Vocational qualification or experience to level 5 or above, relevant to the one or more of the service areas, e.g<strong>. </strong>managing projects specifically in services relating to people in housing need who may have complex needs</li> <li>Extensive practical experience of working within the homelessness/housing sector, sound understanding of the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, legal responsibilities, work practices and processes relevant to the role. E.g. housing options services either in local government or relevant agency/provider.</li> <li>Demonstrate well-developed interpersonal skills to influence outcomes to support council priorities<strong>. </strong>g. developing and maintaining partnerships to achieve outcomes</li> <li>Experience of supervising/coaching others within the same field of work</li> <li>Knowledge and understanding of related legislation such as the Care Act 2014, safeguarding etc.</li> <li>Ability to analyse designated areas of work and make decision to improve them.</li> <li>Ability to engage with key stakeholders, businesses and partner agencies within the</li> <li>Ability to prepare and present information clearly and confidently, including preparation of presentation materials for project sponsor, programme managers etc</li> <li>Ability to manage/organise own work to meet agreed deadlines,</li> <li>Understanding and recognition of professional boundaries</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>What We Offer</strong><br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Local Government Pension</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li> </ul><br> <br>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong><br> <br>If you share our <strong>vision and values</strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the <strong>apply online</strong> button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.<br><br><strong>Contact Information</strong><br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact <b>Lynn Trigg Homeless Prevention Manager</b>, at <b> lynn.trigg@n-somerset.gov.uk </b> or <b>01934 426150</b><strong>.</strong><br><br><strong>Important Information</strong><br> <br>As a <strong>Disability Confident Leader</strong>, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.<br><br><strong>Interview Date: </strong>TBA<br><br><strong> Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role. </strong><br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong><br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. <br><br>We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<br><br>We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 8:- £37,938 - £40,476 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-10T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-30T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/3544c70e-a78a-4055-8930-544fb69190af.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"3bac787a-ef9f-48f5-bc8b-c9bce778b566","title":"Brokerage Advisor","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"To be confirmed","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About Us</strong><br> <br>North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong><br> <br>We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Brokerage Advisor to join our Personalised Commissioning Team. The Team dedicated to ensuring people are receiving the support and care they need to maintain their independence and wellbeing, we are responsible for Sourcing Packages of Care and support from the market place for people who may be funding services themselves or eligible for Health or Social Care funding, the services include but are not limited to Care Homes, Domiciliary Care, Supported living, Extra Care, Reablement, Day Services. <br><br><b>You will</b>;<br> <br> <ul> <li>Work with the person and their representatives to identify and source suitable provisions under a number of contracts to ensure they are appropriately supported,</li> <li>Liaise with care providers, social workers, and legal professionals to advocate for the best interests of the individuals.</li> <li>Negotiate placement and package costs with the providers</li> <li>Maintain accurate and timely records.</li> <li>Cultivate and sustain positive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.</li> </ul> <br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><ul> <li>Managing own case load and meeting strict time frames</li> <li>Ensuing all services are meeting their contractual obligations</li> <li>Prioritise cases in emergency situations and ensure quality and contractual requirements are met.</li> </ul> <br><br><strong>Work Style</strong><br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.<br><br>This role falls into the category of <strong> Fixed Worker</strong> which means you can expect to work in the following way:<br><br><strong>Fixed Worker </strong><ul> <li>4+ days in the office</li> <li>Spends most or all of their time in the office, due to nature of the work but can be for reasons such as unsuitable home working conditions or a desire for separation of home and work life.</li> <li>The office remains a shared space with cultural encouragement for clear desk policies.</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>About You</strong><br> <br>We are looking for an individual who is passionate about supporting people and who possesses the following skills and experience:<br><br><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with various stakeholders.</li> <li>Proven negotiation skills</li> <li>Effective and clear record keeping skills</li> <li>Excellent organisational and time management skills.</li> <li>Demonstrate adaptability in ways of working and problem solving</li> <li>Confidence to work with Providers and challenge when necessary</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>Desirable Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Practical experience of working with people with various care and support needs</li> <li>A knowledge of care and support providers and what they can offer under their registrations</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>What We Offer</strong><br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Local Government Pension</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li> </ul> <br> <br>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong><br> <br>If you share our <strong>vision and values</strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the <strong>apply online</strong> button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.<br><br><strong>Contact Information</strong><br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact <strong>Emma Halford-Snook, Personalised Commissioning Team Manager</strong>, at <strong>emma.halford-snook@n-somerset.gov.uk</strong> or <strong>01934 427611</strong><br><br><strong>Important Information</strong><br> <br>As a <strong>Disability Confident Leader</strong>, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.<br><br><strong>Interview Date: TBC</strong><br><br><strong> Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role. </strong><br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong><br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. <br><br>We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<br><br>We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 6:- £31,067 - £33,366 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-10T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-14T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/124cf846-c2b2-47eb-a7c7-bdc0e5fa9e3d.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f0c04e8d-742d-41ec-b753-9eaa9de3bf01","title":"Senior Coordinator","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"To be confirmed","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>This vacancy is only open to North Somerset Council employees and agency workers contracted to North Somerset Council.</strong><br><br><strong>About Us</strong><br> <br>North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong><br> <br>North Somerset Council's Highway Network Management Service manages the co-ordination of activities on the highway, whether Utility company or Council own works, new construction developments, domestic/commercial vehicle dropped kerbs, events (affecting/on the highway) or other licensable highway activities such as skips, scaffolding. In addition to co-ordinating activities, we also enforce legislation relating to utility company works, protect highway infrastructure, check safety around temporary traffic management and actively deal with congestion.<br> <br>As a Senior Coordinator , you will support the Principal Officer by assisting with the day-to-day supervision of a team of Streetworks specialists. As part of this role you will undertake and advise on co-ordination activities, ensuring compliance and consistency with legislation, codes of practice, processes and procedures so that the highway network is managed effectively, and works are carried out (as far as practicable) with minimum disruption.<br> <br>You will use the experience and knowledge already gained in a Streetworks environment to proactively advise and work with promoters in relation to more challenging permit applications, you will also assist in financial & performance elements of the permit scheme, including (but not limited to) producing/responding to charges/invoices/statistics.<br> <br>Additionally, you will also be undertaking and issuing emergency/urgent or planned temporary traffic regulation orders & notices affecting the highway using appropriate operating systems and in accordance with legislative requirements.<br> <br>This role offers an excellent opportunity for those with experience as a NRSWA co-ordinator to take the next step into a more senior/supervisory Streetworks role.<br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><br> <br><ul> <li>Day-to-day supervision of 2-4 members staff and assisting with the development and performance management of the team's co-ordination activities on the highway network</li> <li>Assist with the operating costs of permit scheme, supporting the team in producing/responding to draft charges/invoices/financial statistics</li> <li>Manage a caseload of more technical applications subject to North Somerset Permit Scheme (includes Section 50 NRSWA licences), assessing and monitoring work clashes and collaboration opportunities along with accuracy, reviewing/applying conditions and potential legislative or scheme breaches implementing relevant fines</li> <li>Responding to and resolving more complex enquiries/ applications and/or complaints both internally and externally</li> <li>Undertake and issue emergency/urgent or planned temporary traffic regulation orders & notices affecting the highway, using appropriate operating systems and in accordance with legislative requirements</li> <li>Analysing and interpreting data/information being able to make recommendations to support decision making by others</li> <li>Communication with stakeholders at all levels</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.</strong><br><br><strong>Work Style</strong><br><br>At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.<br><br>This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:<br> <br> <ul> <li><strong>Flexible Worker</strong></li> <ul> <li>2-3 days in the office</li> <li>Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.</li> <li>Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li> </ul> </ul> <br> <br><strong>About You</strong><br> <br>We are looking for an individual who has a good understanding of some of the challenges faced relating to activities/works on the highway, along with a proven ability to manage and maintain professional relationships with all types of internal and external stakeholders, and who possess the following skills and experience:<br><br><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>You will be qualified to level 4/5 or have extensive practical experience of working within a Highway Network Management/Streetworks team/service</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Experience & understanding of Permit Schemes and in co-ordinating road and street works, ensuring works can be carried out safely and minimising disruption. <strong>It is also a requirement that you will have demonstrate knowledge, understanding and have carried out responsibilities relating to a Streetworks co-ordinator role</strong>\n</li> </ul> <ul> <li>In-depth user knowledge of Street Works software systems</li> </ul> <ul> <li>A full valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel</li> <li>Experience of working as part of a team and an ability to work autonomously</li> <li>Demonstrable knowledge of street works/highway legislation and codes of practice as they relate to the role</li> <li>Adaptability and flexibility and able to work under pressure</li> <li>Confident and approachable - interacts and converses easily with people at all levels and initiates contact as appropriate</li> <li>Deputise for the Principal Officer when required and/or provide temporary cover at the appropriate skill/experience level during periods of staff absence</li> <li>Ability to speak fluent English as stated in Part 7 of the Immigration Act</li> </ul><strong>Desirable Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>A street works supervisor or lantra qualification</li> <li>Ability to obtain or working towards ILM Level 3, Certificate in Management or similar</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>What We Offer</strong><br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment, creating a workplace built on great teamwork.<br><br>We offer:<br> <br> <ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Local Government Pension</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li> </ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our<br> <br> <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong><br> <br>If you share our <strong>vision and values</strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the <strong>apply online</strong> button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. To enable us to shortlist in a fair and unbiased way, it is essential that you provide us with sufficient information to demonstrate how you meet or exceed the criteria outlined for this role.<br><br><strong>Contact Information</strong><br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact <strong>Paul Watkins</strong>, <strong>Highway Network & Traffic Manager</strong>, at <strong>paul.watkins@n-somerset.gov.uk</strong> <br><br><strong>Important Information</strong><br> <br>As a <strong>Disability Confident Leader</strong>, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.<br><br><strong>Interview Date: </strong>Anticipated to be Monday 26 May 2025.<br><br><strong>Please note: </strong>We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong><br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. <br><br>We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 7:- £34,314 - £37,035 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-10T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-18T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/6336a795-b369-4183-a7fc-38730dbc4749.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"b74d8ffc-9c50-44cd-9097-bf6d42b13d68","title":"Appeals Review Officer","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"To be confirmed","locationType":3,"description":"<b>About Us</b><br> <br>North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.<br><br><b>The Role</b><br> <br>We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Appeals Review Officer to join our Parking Services team.<br><br>In this role, you will; process formal representations and review CCTV bus lane / moving traffic contraventions and issuing Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs) while ensuring accuracy of data. You will operate as an individual and with other team members. You will be expected to have excellent communication and IT skills (training on bespoke systems will be provided) and be professional at all times. You will be reporting to the Lead Moving Traffic Enforcement Officer and workload will be assigned by the Senior Appeals Officer.<br><br><b>Key Responsibilities:</b><ul> <li>Responding to representations against parking and civil enforcement PCNs and adhering to strict timescales and policy</li> <li>Answering enquiries from the public regarding their notices</li> <li>Reviewing Bus Lane contraventions and issuing bus lane PCNs in conjunction with another appeal/review officer</li> <li>Working in a confidential and professional manner</li> <li>Working independently and managing own workload without close supervision</li> <li>Assisting with internal and external audits as required</li> <li>Issuing licences and raising invoices as required</li> <li>Assist with Tribunal case management</li> <li>Reviewing and preparing case packs for Blue Badge misuse cases as required</li> <li>Gather statistics and Freedom of Information requests as required</li> </ul><br> <br><b>Work Style</b><br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories.<br><br>However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.<br><br>This role falls into the category of Fixed Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:<ul> <li>4+ days in the office</li> <li>Spends most or all of their time in the office, due to nature of the work but can be for reasons such as unsuitable home working conditions or a desire for separation of home and work life</li> <li>The office remains a shared space with cultural encouragement for clear desk policies</li> </ul><br> <br><b>About You</b><br> <br>We are looking for an individual who is passionate about delivering fair, consistent enforcement that supports safer, more efficient transport / parking in North Somerset and who possesses the following skills and experience:<br><br><b>Essential Criteria:</b><ul> <li>Experience working in a team environment</li> <li>Competent using basic IT equipment and software</li> <li>Experience dealing with the public and good customer service skills</li> <li>High attention to detail</li> <li>Experience with decision making</li> <li>Willingness to undergo training in relevant legislation and systems</li> <li>Excellent written communication</li> </ul><br> <br><b>Desirable Criteria:</b><ul> <li>Level 2 Notice Processing qualification (training will be provided if not applicable)</li> <li>An understanding of parking/bus lane enforcement legislation and regulations</li> <li>Ability to apply legislation, policies, and procedures consistently and fairly</li> </ul><br> <br><b>What We Offer</b><br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.<br> <br><b>We offer:</b><ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Local Government Pension</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li> </ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet .<br><br><b>How to Apply</b><br> <br>If you share our vision and values and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.<br><br><b>Contact Information</b><br> <br><b>For further information about the role, please contact Samuel Bond, Lead Moving Traffic Enforcement Officer, at samuel.bond@n-somerset.gov.uk or 01934 427250.</b><br><br><b>Important Information</b><br> <br><b>As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.</b><br><br><b>Interview Date: To be confirmed.</b><br><br><b>Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.</b><br><br><b>DBS </b><br> <br>This post is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. <br><br><b>Equal Opportunities</b><br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave.<br><br>We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.<br><br>We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<br><br><b>We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.</b>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 5: - £27,711 - £30,060 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-10T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-14T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/18342416-1e01-434b-baee-d9b4c40f2f09.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d5f6f46a-f882-4ff1-af2d-7837052d9d96","title":"Ecology Officer","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"To be confirmed","locationType":3,"description":"<b> About Us </b><br> <br> North Somerset Council is dedicated to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community. <br><br><b> The Role </b><br> <br> The Natural Environment Team are responsible for managing North Somerset Council-owned trees and the rights of way network, responding to planning applications and delivering the Council's Green Infrastructure Strategy. <br><br>In this role, you will primarily provide responses to planning applications, compile reports (including the completion of Habitat Regulation Assessments), provide planning advice and advise colleagues on the Council's major projects. You will also monitor the delivery of biodiversity net gain (BNG) on Council-owned land, review BNG monitoring reports and review applications for BNG sites. <br><br><b> Key Responsibilities: </b><ul> <li> Provision of professional ecological advice to the Development Management Planning service via planning application consultation responses. </li> <li> Completion of Habitat Regulations Assessments for applicable planning applications and consultation with Natural England. </li> <li> Review of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) submissions including Habitat Monitoring and Management Plans, BNG Metrics, Biodiversity Gain Plans and monitoring reports. </li> <li> Provision of pre-application advice and ecology advice on internal Council projects. </li> </ul> <br> <br><b> Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role. </b><br><br><b> About You </b><br> <br> We are looking for an individual who is passionate about [relevant field/area], and who possesses the following skills and experience: <br><br><b> Essential Criteria: </b><ul> <li> Vocational qualification or experience to level 4 or above relevant to the Ecology and the Natural Environment field </li> <li> Knowledge and understanding of ecological planning issues </li> <li> A good understanding of protected species, particularly bats </li> <li> Experience undertaking Habitat Regulations Assessments </li> <li> A broad working knowledge of wildlife and the relevant legislation and policy in place to protect and enhance it. </li> <li> Ability to manage/organise own work </li> </ul> <br> <br><b> Desirable Criteria: </b><ul> <li> Experience undertaking Habitat Regulations Assessments </li> <li> Familiarity with biodiversity net gain </li> <li> Knowledge of the North Somerset and Mendip Bats Special Area of Conservation (SAC) Guidance on Development: Supplementary Planning Document and the associated Habitat Evaluation Protocol (HEP) </li> <li> Phase 1 extended ecological surveys & UK Habitat Mapping and Classification. </li> <li> Arboricultural surveys. </li> <li> Member of CIEEM (or eligible) </li> </ul> <br> <br><b> What We Offer </b><br> <br> At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. <br> <br> We offer: <ul> <li> Competitive salary and benefits </li> <li> Flexible working arrangements </li> <li> Opportunities for professional development </li> <li> Staff groups </li> <li> Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year </li> <li> Dedicated Wellbeing Team </li> <li> Salary sacrifice cycle to work and Electric vehicle schemes </li> </ul> Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet . <br><br><b> How To Apply </b><br> <br> If you share our vision and values and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply button below. <b>If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date.</b> When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role. <br><br><b> Contact Information: </b><br> <br> For further information about the role, <b>please contact Esther Coffin-Smith, Natural Environment Manager, at esther.coffin-smith@n-somerset.gov.uk or 07385 039453.</b> <br><br><b> Important Information </b><br> <br><b> Interview Date: Wednesday 04 June 2025. </b><br><br><b> We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK. </b><br><br><b> Equal Opportunities </b><br> <br> At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. 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We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong><br> <br>We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Social Worker to join our Family Support and Safeguarding Team. The Family Support and Safeguarding Team are responsible for supporting children and families to thrive, overcoming challenges, and ensuring children's safety, with a focus on strengthening family relationships and improving outcomes through a creative, strengths-based approach.<br><br><strong>This is a permanent position with the flexibility of full-time or part-time hours.</strong><br><br>In this role, you will provide expert guidance, support, and continuous development to your colleagues. While you'll manage a smaller caseload to focus on mentoring, your impact will be far-reaching as you shape best practices and support the most vulnerable families.<br><br>As a Senior Social Worker, you'll play a key role in direct service delivery, offering technical support and professional consultation. You'll also take on leadership responsibilities, providing direction and acting as a role model within the team.<br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><ul> <li>Provide expert advice and guidance to team members.</li> <li>Step in for the team manager when needed.</li> <li>Lead on specific cases, supporting families with complex needs.</li> <li>Supervise and support the professional development of other team members<strong>.</strong>\n</li> </ul> <br> <br><strong>This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. </strong><br><br><strong>Work Style</strong><br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.<br><br>This role falls into the category of <strong> Flexible Worker</strong> which means you can expect to work in the following way:<br> <br> <ul> <li>2-3 days in the office</li> <li>Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.</li> <li>Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>About You</strong><br> <br>We are looking for an individual who is passionate about social work, and who possesses the following skills and experience:<br><br><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>A qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England, driven by a passion for improving outcomes for children and their families through a strengths-based approach.</li> <li>Well-versed in relevant childcare legislation, including 'Working Together to Safeguard Children' and fostering regulations.</li> <li>Skilled at building effective, trust-based relationships with children, young people, and their families.</li> <li>Committed to developing purposeful, outcome-focused relationships with families, based on mutual respect and partnership.</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>What We Offer</strong><br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Local Government Pension</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li> </ul> <br> <br>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong><br> <br>If you share our <strong>vision and values</strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the <strong>apply online</strong> button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. 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Accommodation Assessment & Lettings Team Leader

London Borough of Lewisham

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£47,628 - £49,638 per annum

Lewisham (Hybrid)

Posted 4 days ago

Seeking an experienced Accommodation Assessment & Lettings Team Leader to manage a team offering suitable accommodation for homelessness assistance in Lewisham.
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Social Worker

Northamptonshire Children's Trust

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£39,384 - £42,620

One Angel Square, Angel Street, Northampton (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Northamptonshire Children's Trust seeks experienced Social Workers to support children and families, offering benefits and a supportive work environment.

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Transport Planning and Development Officer

City of London

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£47,620 - £53,310 per annum inclusive of all allowances

City of London (Hybrid)

Posted 4 days ago

City of London seeks a Transport Planning and Development Officer to support sustainable developments aligning with strategic objectives. Apply by May 20.

HR Adviser (6 month fixed term)

Crawley Borough Council

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£34,258.00 - £37,065.00 per annum

Crawley (On-Site)

Posted 6 hours ago

Council Tax Officers

Luton Borough Council

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GBP 26,409.00 - 28,624.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00

Town Hall/Agile (On-Site)

Posted 8 hours ago

Sheltered Housing Officer

Luton Borough Council

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GBP 29,093.00 - 31,586.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00

Set (On-Site)

Posted 8 hours ago

Senior Solicitor - Contracts and Procurement

Luton Borough Council

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GBP 50,512.00 - 53,584.00 per year;GBP 3,203.00 ;GBP 4,000.00 ;GBP 8,000.00

Luton Town Hall/Hybrid (On-Site)

Posted 8 hours ago

Educational Psychologist

Luton Borough Council

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GBP 50,627.00 - 60,160.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00

Luton (On-Site)

Posted 8 hours ago

Document Controller

Peabody

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£40,000

South East London (On-Site)

Posted 9 hours ago

Care Support Worker

Peabody

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£24,863 per annum

Basildon (On-Site)

Posted 9 hours ago

Specialist Housing Officer

Peabody

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£38,400

London (On-Site)

Posted 9 hours ago

Closing in 5 days

Brokerage Assistant

North Somerset Council

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Level 4:- £25,584 - £27,269 per annum

To be confirmed (On-Site)

Posted 10 hours ago

Principal Trading Standards Officer

North Somerset Council

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Level 9:- £41,511 - £46,731 per annum

To be confirmed (On-Site)

Posted 10 hours ago

Closing in 2 days

Senior Civil Enforcement Officer

North Somerset Council

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Level 6:- £31,067 - £33,366 per annum

To be confirmed (On-Site)

Posted 10 hours ago

Rough Sleeper Coordinator

North Somerset Council

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Level 8:- £37,938 - £40,476 per annum

To be confirmed (On-Site)

Posted 10 hours ago

Closing in 4 days

Brokerage Advisor

North Somerset Council

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Level 6:- £31,067 - £33,366 per annum

To be confirmed (On-Site)

Posted 10 hours ago

Senior Coordinator

North Somerset Council

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Level 7:- £34,314 - £37,035 per annum

To be confirmed (On-Site)

Posted 10 hours ago

Closing in 4 days

Appeals Review Officer

North Somerset Council

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Level 5: - £27,711 - £30,060 per annum

To be confirmed (On-Site)

Posted 10 hours ago

Ecology Officer

North Somerset Council

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Level 7:- £34,314 - £37,035 per annum

To be confirmed (On-Site)

Posted 10 hours ago

Senior Social Worker, Family Support & Safeguarding, Children's Services

North Somerset Council

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Level 9:- £41,511 - £46,731 per annum

To be confirmed (On-Site)

Posted 10 hours ago

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