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We are currently recruiting Social Workers to join our Children's Social Work Team. We are proud to be ‘Good’ in Medway and are determined to build on the great work that has been done so far to improve the services for our children, young people and families.Recent promotions, following our investment in new Assistant Team Managers across the service, mean we are now looking for passionate social workers who can commit to making a difference to our children in Medway.Children matter in Medway, and so do you. It’s an exciting time to join us as we offer competitive pay and conditions and hybrid working. We are committed to helping you to grow and develop throughout your career and reach your full potential. Our practice development offer along with management capacity across our teams, ensures you will be guided, supported and cared for.Whether you have recently completed your ASYE or have worked in children’s social work for some years we would love you to join us on our ongoing journey. You will be joining an experienced and dedicated social work team who have relationship and strengths-based work with children and families at the core of their practice.Experienced Social Workers (with 2+ years post qualifying experience) will be offered a package of up to £51,329 per annum (inclusive of market premia + £3,000 per annum retention payment).Social Workers with less than 2 years’ service will be offered a package of up to £46,956 per annum (inclusive of market premia + £2,000 per annum retention payment).Join us and #Make a Difference…<h4>Our Offer</h4><ul><li>We are proud to offer a range of benefits including –</li><li>A generous annual leave entitlement up to 30 days plus bank holidays</li><li>An excellent local government pension scheme</li><li>An essential car user allowance with option to apply for a lease car after six months.</li><li>Free car parking</li><li>Hybrid working - enabling you to work from home/office (minimum of 2 days per week will be required in the office). Assessment Teams are office based for duty weeks.</li><li>Relocation package of up to £8,000</li><li>A range of staff benefits and discounts including access to fantastic discounts and savings on shops and services, travel discounts, health and wellbeing support, and an employee assistance service.</li><li>Access to professional development and support including Community Care Inform.</li><li>Hybrid working style</li></ul><h4>About You</h4><ul><li>You will hold a recognised Social Work qualification eg. Degree in Social Work, PGC in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW or equivalent and be registered with Social Work England.</li><li>You will have successfully completed your ASYE </li><li>You will have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li><li>For further information on the qualifications, skills and experience required, please refer to the Job Profile and Person Specification.</li><li>Additional Information</li><li>For an informal discussion, please don't hesitate to contact one of the recruiting managers below. Alternatively, please email the recruitment team on <a href="mailto:cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk</a>. </li><li>Suzanne Mehmet, Head of Service (Children's Social Work Teams) - 01634 334470</li><li>Sharon Ward, Service Manager (Children's Social Work Teams) - 01634 331214</li><li>Susan Akinyele, Service Manager (Children's Social Work Teams) - 01634 333704</li><li>To apply please click on the ‘Apply Online’ button at the top of this advert.</li><li>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</li><li>This position is subject to an Enhanced Children’s DBS Check.</li><li>For more information on our roles within Children’s Services please visit <a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/childrenservicesjobs" target="_blank">https://www.medway.gov.uk/childrenservicesjobs</a></li></ul>Please consider the application guidance when submitting your application.Please note that all recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in hard copy format, please contact the Children's Services Recruitment Team on 01634 332211 or email <a href="mailto:cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk</a> If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.<h4>Important Information</h4> Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<h4>Our organisation</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Medway Council

This is Medway

Social Worker - Childrens Social Work Team

We are currently recruiting a Senior Practitioner to join our 16+ Care Leavers Service. You will support children in care aged 16+ whilst you prepare them for transition to a personal advisor at 18 and into independence.As a senior practitioner in our 16 plus Care Leavers Service you will support the team manager within the team and provide high quality case advice and guidance to colleagues focusing on the wellbeing of children in care and care experienced young people and supporting them on their journey to independence. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to the learning and development of others either through acting as a Practice Assessor for students on placement, or contributing to training activities in a specialist area. You will be able to demonstrate expert and effective practice that reflects a commitment to relationship and strengths-based practice, assessing and managing higher levels of risk, including contextual harm, and working collaboratively with children, young people and their families and carers. As a registered social worker with 3 years’ post qualifying experience, you will be expected to have knowledge of legislation and statutory guidance relevant to working with children and young people and be experienced in child protection, looked after children processes and court work.<h4>Our offer</h4>In addition to the annual salary, we are proud to offer an <a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200257/our_childrens_social_care_staff_benefits" target="_blank">excellent benefits package</a> including:<ul><li><a href="https://medwaysocialcarejobs.jgp.co.uk/children/pay-benefits/" target="_blank">Market Premia Payment</a> of £6,000 per annum (paid in equal monthly instalments).</li><li><a href="https://medwaysocialcarejobs.jgp.co.uk/children/pay-benefits/" target="_blank">Retention Payment</a> of £3,000 per annum (paid annually in April each year).</li><li>Career progression scheme to support your pathway of professional development.</li><li>Essential Car User Allowance with option to transfer to Lease Car after 6 months.</li><li>Excellent local government pension scheme.</li><li>Free car parking.</li><li>Access to a confidential information, advice and counselling service.</li><li>Relocation allowance of up to £8,000.</li></ul>For an informal discussion please contact Debbie Taylor, Service Manager on 01634 337229.<h4>Our organisation</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the Southeast of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<h4>Important Information</h4><ul><li>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile.</li><li>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</li><li>This post is subject to an enhanced Children’s DBS check.</li><li>Candidates must have a valid driving licence for use in the UK and have access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li></ul><h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.





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Senior Practitioner - 16+ Care Leavers Service 

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Social Worker - Grade G7/G8 £43,680 - £53,172pa Key Responsibilities As a Social Worker in our Safeguarding Adults Team, you will: <ul>
<li>Act as the Enquiry Officer for safeguarding enquiries.</li> <li>Lead and contribute to Section 42 enquiries, ensuring robust risk assessments and effective protection plans.</li> <li>Work in partnership with health professionals, police, and community organisations to deliver coordinated safeguarding interventions.</li> <li>Ensure all actions comply with the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and local safeguarding policies.</li> <li>Support adults and carers to maintain independence, prevent harm, and promote wellbeing.</li> <li>Prepare for and participate in safeguarding and multi-agency meetings.</li> <li>Maintain accurate and timely records, contributing to service development and reflective practice.</li> <li>Support quality assurance, performance reporting, and continuous service improvement.</li> <li>Champion personalised, strengths-based approaches that promote independence and wellbeing.</li> </ul> Please see attached job description for full Job Profile. For an informal discussion about the post, please contact <a href="mailto:jessica.dennis@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">jessica.dennis@havering.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; The closing date for the receipt of applications is 21/11/25 however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. You will be notified if your application has been successful. &nbsp;Interview date to be confirmed. Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770 &nbsp; Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering. The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload

London Borough of Havering

Social Worker Safeguarding Adults Team (MASH)

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Grade 10- &nbsp;£59511- £63966pa About the Role&nbsp;
 The London Borough of Havering is looking to recruit a Family Therapist to contribute to the delivery of an effective children’s social care service as part of a social work team. The aim of this post is to introduce systemic thinking and casework into the social work service to children and their families in Havering. The intention is to locate a family therapist within a team of social workers and other practitioners to provide advice and guidance and therapeutic interventions alongside the social work intervention.&nbsp;&nbsp;
 If successful in your application for the role of Family Therapist, London Borough of Havering, you will/will be:&nbsp;
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<li>Provide a systemic therapeutic service, for the most complex case, to children and their families through the provision of direct work and assessments of therapeutic need, and provision of consultation and advice to colleagues providing a service to children&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Help prevent family or placement breakdown by providing therapeutic input through the provision of evidenced based early interventions.&nbsp; This will include direct work with families in their homes or other community settings.&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>To have regard for the particular needs of children from black and minority ethnic groups and unaccompanied asylum seeking children, ensuring that the work processes and the overall ethos of the therapeutic service is reflective of their requirements and needs.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>To ensure high standards of record keeping in line with the developed systemic expectations.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>To contribute to the assessment of risk and protective factors in cases where there are issues of risk of harm to children, and to lead on the clinical assessment in high risk cases.&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>To respond to child protection concerns that arise in the course of interventions, in line with child protection procedures and guidance, and to take responsibility for their own decision making in high-risk cases, within the supervisory framework.&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Qualified with a Masters in Systemic and Family Therapy or about to qualify&nbsp;</li> </ul>
 Why Choose Havering?&nbsp;
 Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;
 Flexible Working Options – including hybrid and remote arrangements&nbsp;
 Generous Annual Leave – with the option to buy additional days&nbsp;
 Professional Development – minimum 10 days of learning annually&nbsp;
 Health &amp; Wellbeing Support – including mental health resources&nbsp;

 Inclusive Culture – guided by our ICARE values: Integrity, Creativity, Ambition, Respect, Everyone&nbsp;
 We’re a council that embraces change, encourages fresh ideas, and supports career progression. If you’re ready to make a lasting impact in a borough that values initiative, collaboration, and civic pride—we want to hear from you.&nbsp; Please view Job Profilehere
 For an informal discussion about the post, please contact <a href="mailto:Andy.Robson@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">Andy.Robson@havering.gov.uk</a> The closing date for the receipt of applications is 23/11/ 2025 however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. You will be notified if your application has been successful. &nbsp;Interview date to be confirmed. Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770 &nbsp;
 Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering. The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

Family Therapist

Job DescriptionSalary: £29,253- £32,736 per annum (pro rata if part-time)Grade: C12 Months Fixed Term Contract&nbsp;37 Hours per Week (Job Share available)Are you a care leaver who wants to make a real difference for others who have been in care? If so, we want you to join us as a Care Leaver Ambassador in Thurrock. This is your chance to use your experiences to help improve services and make a positive difference for care leavers. You’ll play an important role in making sure the voices of young people with care experience are heard and that their needs are met. You’ll be working with professionals who really care and are dedicated to making life better for those in care and care leavers, and your opinions will be important in helping us get things right.This role is a paid role and is flexible and we are open to a job share for 2-3 young people so we’re open to different views and contributions. If you’re a Thurrock care leaver, aged 18 to 25, and excited about working with others on meaningful projects and better outcomes this could be just the opportunity you’re looking for. You’ll be based at the civic offices, working closely with senior managers and will link with our Children Looked After and Care Leavers, and you’ll also get to connect with Ambassadors from other areas and take part in care leaver events. We are here to help you grow your confidence and skills, with support from your peers and professionals. The hours are flexible, with some after-hours and occasional weekend commitments. If you’re ready to make a difference, apply now and help us shape a brighter future for care leavers in Thurrock!DBS Check: A Basic DBS check is required for this role.&nbsp;Please contact Trevor Willis or Ruth Murdock via <a href="mailto:PATeamchildrens@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">PATeamchildrens@thurrock.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; if you would like more information or if you have any queries about the post. &nbsp;Closing Date: &nbsp;16th November 2025Interviews: To Be ConfirmedTo view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/ER4Yz6dSuE1Iu8t-koFsNhwBt92P4L_DPNorB9jeqOUQYA?e=2gbZKC" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a>If you encounter an error message when opening the Job Profile link please refresh the error pageAbout usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Thurrock Council

Care Leaver Ambassador

Medway’s Children’s services, who have been rated Good recently by Ofsted are recruiting a part time Independent Reviewing Officer who has children at the very heart of all they do. Please note, the successful candidate will be offered a part time contract consisting of 22.2 hours per week over 3 days. You will develop strong relationships with the children and young people in your care and help shape the best possible opportunities and experiences so that they can have the best future they can. You will have the ability to develop strong professional relationships that support quality care for our children and young people and be confident to challenge when this care is not the best it can be.You will have a minimum of 5 years experience of social work with strong experience in working with child protection or looked after children. Significant experience and understanding of Family Court and PLO is essential with experience of management and supervision of social workers. The role forms part of the wider Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Service in Medway and very much has a part to play in the quality assurance of practice for children in care. For an informal discussion, please contact Amanda Harris, IRO Manager on 07970329995 or <a href="mailto:amanda.harris@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">amanda.harris@medway.gov.uk</a> <h4>Our organisation:</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<h4>Important Information-</h4>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Independent Reviewing Officer

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Medway Family Solutions Service as part of the wider Family Solutions agenda for the position of a Family Solutions Practitioner.An opportunity has arisen to join our Family Solutions service as a full time (37 hours) Family Solutions Team Leader. You will work alongside the Hub Manager and be responsible for managing and leading delivery of early help interventions and targeted support to improve the outcomes for children, young people and their families.You will be responsible for the managing a team of Family Solutions Practitioners, providing supervision and expert advice, including critical oversight of cases.Your role will include working closely with a range of partners who will also contribute to devising and implementing timely interventions and programmes with children, young people and their families.<h4> About you</h4>You will have GCSEs at level 5 or above in English and Maths, together with an NVQ 4 in working with families with multiple or complex needs or another relevant discipline. You will also have experience of working with children, young people and families and in leading and managing teams.You will also be able to demonstrate a breadth of knowledge and experience and ideally have experience of working with ‘Signs of Safety’ or a similar relationship and strengths-based practice framework.<h4>In return we offer you</h4><ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>MedPay – opportunity for pay progression</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li><li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a></li></ul><h4> Important Information</h4><ul><li>This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.</li><li>Candidates must have a valid driving licence for use in the UK and have access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li><li>Previous unsuccessful candidates need not apply.</li><li>For an insight into what Family Solutions has to offer, please view this<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hk7j69Krc0c" target="_blank"> video</a>.</li><li>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile.</li></ul><h4>Career Progression Framework</h4>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.Family Solutions are seeking a Team Leader to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs. <h4>Our Organisation</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing dateIf you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.





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Family Solutions Team Leader

As the Senior Social Worker, you will be required to contribute to the delivery of a highly effective Adult Social Care service in an efficient manner. You will ensure the service is delivered using a strengths based, personalised approach and lead on agreed areas of quality assurance and audit activity – ensuring that multiple and complex sources of information (e.g. complaints, safeguarding adult reviews, audits etc.) are gathered, analysed, and used to direct quality improvement activity. You will be responsible for the professional supervision and oversee a team of social care staff ensuring improvement activity with the service is driven by but not limited to training, coaching and mentoring, peer support workshops. You will provide oversight, professional advice and guidance to the team whilst maintaining your own complex case load. You will be required to work autonomously within the role, demonstrating expert and effective practice in complex situations managing higher levels of risk in a way that ensures the safeguarding and welfare of service users. You will work within organisational policy and legislative requirements including The Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and Mental Health Act. You will research and develop practice guidance, training materials and best practice toolkits in line with local and national policy and ensure that these are understood and adopted operationally. You will be required to develop good practice guidance and tools within a specialist area of the service ensuring learning is shared across all professionals to improve practice and achieve better outcome for our service users. You will represent the local authority in a range of key meetings, panels and groups, ensuring follow up on agreed actions and work closely with colleagues within the council and external partners ensuring that person centred outcomes are met in ways which utilise available resources as effectively as possible.<h4>In return we will offer you: </h4><ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li></ul>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role. You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.<h4>Our organisation:</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<h4>Important Information-</h4>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878





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Senior Social Worker

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Grade 10- £59511- £63966pa (plus &nbsp;£4k Market Supplement) &nbsp; The Team Manager is responsible for managing the operational day to day service delivery of a multi-disciplinary social work team within the 16+ Service.&nbsp; Key Responsibilities&nbsp;
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<li>Manage and oversee staff to ensure effective delivery of services to children, young people, and their families through high quality social work in line with standards of good practice, legislation, and guidance&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Lead and monitor staff in ensuring robust recording of information on relevant systems and databases in line with standards set, whilst capturing and evidencing the voice of the child&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Assist the Service Manager and Head of Service in planning and developing services for vulnerable children, young people, and their families, identifying needs and potential difficulties/challenges, escalating issues as appropriate&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Effectively manage budgets and ensure services are cost effective&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Produce reports and attend meetings/forums as required&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Chair formal multi-disciplinary meetings, team meetings, panels, reviews and attend meetings and conferences where required&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Work collaboratively with partner agencies and the community to ensure an integrated approach to service delivery and the development of effective joint working partnerships&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Provide supervision and appraisal to staff in line with standards set and encourage professional development opportunities&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Promote systemic, face to face practice, ensuring purposeful work is undertaken by the team with children, young people and families that adhere to timescales and improve outcomes&nbsp;</li> </ul> Person Specification&nbsp;
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<li>Relevant Social Work Qualification&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul>

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<li>Registered with Social Work England&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Experience of operational leadership of diverse statutory teams in a complex or multi agency management environment working&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance and practices and their implications, in relation to child social care practice&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Experience of managing social workers and influencing the quality of social work practice to meet the needs of children and their families&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Experience of influencing service provision in partner agencies over which there is no direct line management relationship&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Evidence of success in promoting and implementing equal opportunity policies and practices in respect of employment and service delivery&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Proven track record of providing coaching, mentoring and / or supervision with evidence of positive outcomes within children’s social care&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Experience of working within a systemic model of practice, and using this demonstrably within own practice including systemic supervision&nbsp;</li> </ul>
 Why Choose Havering?&nbsp;
 Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;
 Flexible Working Options – including hybrid and remote arrangements&nbsp;
 Generous Annual Leave – with the option to buy additional days&nbsp;
 Professional Development – minimum 10 days of learning annually&nbsp;
 Health &amp; Wellbeing Support – including mental health resources&nbsp;
 Inclusive Culture – guided by our ICARE values: Integrity, Creativity, Ambition, Respect, Everyone&nbsp;
 We’re a council that embraces change, encourages fresh ideas, and supports career progression. If you’re ready to make a lasting impact in a borough that values initiative, collaboration, and civic pride—we want to hear from you.&nbsp;
 Additional Information&nbsp;
 We are a Disability Confident employer – applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview&nbsp;
 All roles are subject to relevant checks including DBS or Disclosure Scotland, depending on access to sensitive data or vulnerable groups&nbsp;

 Internal redeployees will be given priority consideration&nbsp;
 For more information about the position please click job profile&nbsp;
 For an informal discussion about the post, please contact <a href="mailto:Simone.Martin@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">Simone.Martin@havering.gov.uk</a> The closing date for the receipt of applications is 31/10/25 however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. You will be notified if your application has been successful. &nbsp;Interview date to be confirmed. Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770 Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering. The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

Team Manager (Leaving Care)

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Grade 7/8- £43,680 - £53,172 per annum (subject to final confirmation, plus £4,000 Market Supplement) About the Role The London Borough of Havering is looking to recruit a Social Worker in the Children with disabilities Team to contribute to the delivery of an effective children’s social care service as part of a social work team, improving outcomes for children and young people in line with statutory and departmental policies, procedures and guidance. If successful in your application for the role of Social Worker (Children with Disabilites), London Borough of Havering, you will/will be: · Manage a caseload dependent upon experience, grade of post and complexity of cases, utilising specialist knowledge for appropriate interventions, needs and risk assessments, care planning, child in need and child in care processes and child protection investigations. · Carry out high quality assessments, using child-centered, community focused, and multi-agency interventions to bring about positive change through developing effective relationships and to secure the best outcomes for children and young people. · Ensure children and young people plans and interventions are adequately reviewed and children protected. Key Responsibilities · Relevant social work qualification and registration · Experience in managing varied caseloads and conducting assessments, care planning, and reviews in accordance with legislation and procedures. · Strong partnership and communication skills to work effectively with colleagues, other agencies, and families, demonstrating sensitivity to diversity and cultural differences. Why Choose Havering? · Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme · Flexible Working Options – including hybrid and remote arrangements · Generous Annual Leave – with the option to buy additional days · Professional Development – minimum 10 days of learning annually · Health &amp; Wellbeing Support – including mental health resources · Inclusive Culture – guided by our ICARE values: Integrity, Creativity, Ambition, Respect, Everyone We’re a council that embraces change, encourages fresh ideas, and supports career progression. If you’re ready to make a lasting impact in a borough that values initiative, collaboration, and civic pride—we want to hear from you. Please view Job Profile here For an informal discussion about the post, please contact <a href="mailto:Semi.Durugo@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">Semi.Durugo@havering.gov.uk</a> The closing date for the receipt of applications is 2nd November 2025 however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. You will be notified if your application has been successful. &nbsp;Interview date to be confirmed.&nbsp; Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770 Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering. The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

Social Worker - Children with Disabilities

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Grade 9- &nbsp;£54267 - £58461 per annum (subject to final confirmation, plus £4,000 Market Supplement) About the Role As an Advanced Practitioner, will play a key leadership role within the team, reporting directly to the Team Manager and deputising as required. They will provide line management to a small group of qualified social workers, including those in their Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE), student social workers, and non-qualified staff. In addition to supporting and developing team members, the post holder will be responsible for managing the team budget and ensuring effective use of resources. The role requires flexibility, with a commitment to working outside of normal office hours and contributing to the out-of-hours rota to provide responsive support when needed. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to combine operational management with frontline leadership, ensuring high standards of practice and service delivery. Key Responsibilities <ul>
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Manage complex caseloads and coordinate effective care plans (LAC, CP, CIN, Pathway Plans) in partnership with families, multi-disciplinary teams, and external agencies.</li> <li>
Lead, supervise, and develop staff, including qualified social workers, ASYEs, students, and non-qualified team members, ensuring high professional standards and reflective practice.</li> <li>
Chair and contribute to complex meetings (e.g. child protection core groups) and ensure the preparation and presentation of high-quality reports for courts, reviews, and case conferences.</li> <li>
Provide specialist expertise in areas such as child protection, fostering, adoption, CAMHS, domestic violence, or disability, acting as a key resource for colleagues and the wider service.</li> <li>
Oversee budgets and resources, making sound financial decisions to ensure value for money and effective service delivery.</li> <li>
Build strong partnerships with statutory, voluntary, and community agencies, representing the service at forums and contributing to service transformation and improvement.</li> </ul> What You’ll Bring <ul>
<li>Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly, influence and negotiate effectively, and create an environment where open dialogue thrives.</li> <li>A strong commitment to delivering outstanding customer service, continuously improving practice, and using feedback to shape better outcomes for children, families, and communities.</li> <li>A results-focused approach, setting clear and achievable objectives, managing risk effectively, and taking personal responsibility for making sound decisions.</li> <li>The ability to inspire, motivate, and lead others, encouraging professional growth, collaboration, and a culture of continuous learning within the team.</li> <li>A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, acting as a role model, challenging discrimination, and ensuring fair and consistent standards at all times.</li> <li>Integrity, resilience, and a deep understanding of social and political contexts, enabling you to navigate complex situations and deliver positive, lasting change.</li> </ul> Why Choose Havering? <ul>
<li>Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme</li> <li>Flexible Working Options – including hybrid and remote arrangements</li> <li>Generous Annual Leave – with the option to buy additional days</li> <li>Professional Development – minimum 10 days of learning annually</li> <li>Health &amp; Wellbeing Support – including mental health resources</li> <li>Inclusive Culture – guided by our ICARE values: Integrity, Creativity, Ambition, Respect, Everyone</li> </ul> We’re a council that embraces change, encourages fresh ideas, and supports career progression. If you’re ready to make a lasting impact in a borough that values initiative, collaboration, and civic pride—we want to hear from you. Additional Information <ul>
<li>We are a Disability Confident employer – applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview</li> <li>All roles are subject to relevant checks including DBS or Disclosure Scotland, depending on access to sensitive data or vulnerable groups</li> <li>Internal redeployees will be given priority consideration</li> </ul> For more information about the position please click&nbsp;job profile For an informal discussion about the post, please contact <a href="mailto:Jannine.Layhe@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jannine.Layhe@havering.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; The closing date for the receipt of applications is 02/11/25 however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. You will be notified if your application has been successful. &nbsp;Interview date to be confirmed. Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering. The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

Advanced Practitioner - 16+

Job Description Salary:&nbsp;£ 39,027 - £44,463 per annum&nbsp; Grade: E 23-Month Fixed-Term Contract 37 Hours Per Week –&nbsp;Predominantly office based but there will be an opportunity for some flexible working. An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Basildon Hospital Social Work Team. We are looking for a qualified Social Worker who is registered with Social Work England and with at least two years’ experience to join this supportive and highly skilled team. You will be working with adults with physical disabilities and people with impairments.&nbsp;Ensuring that the needs of Thurrock residents are met in a timely manner to facilitate safe hospital discharges.&nbsp; You will become part of a very stable, award-winning team, where we provide the opportunity for you to grow and develop and join a very innovative and supportive service. &nbsp; You will need to be an excellent communicator and able to work alongside colleagues in Health and Voluntary organisations.&nbsp; The post will be 37 hours per week.&nbsp; Adult Social Care has so much to offer you, and we look forward to seeing what you can offer Adult Social Care. Essential Qualifications; Social Work qualification and be SWE registered DBS: A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an Enhanced level with Adults Barred List is required for this role. Benefits of Working with Us&nbsp; At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li> </ul> Additiona Information For an informal discussion please call Kerry Cannon or Jacey Davis on 01268 394749.&nbsp; Advert Closing Date <ul> <li>Redeployment Only:&nbsp;16th October 2025</li> <li>Internal &amp; External:&nbsp;9th November 2025&nbsp;</li> </ul> Interview Date:&nbsp;To Be Confirmed To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EX2kjn4I1nRDhZLWuhC6ye0BP85BmPm0GODmoEEkyXzSqQ?e=cZmnwt" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> &nbsp;“If you encounter an error message when opening the Job Profile link please refresh the error page” &nbsp; Application Requirements&nbsp; As part of the Safer Recruitment process, Gap Management is required for all Safeguarding roles.&nbsp;Please complete the Gaps in Employment grid provided (refer to the example document for guidance) and upload it under&nbsp;Miscellaneous Documents&nbsp;as part of your application.&nbsp;&nbsp; If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications. &nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EXtYMXeGlbVPjAoxHwfnCuIB6KNWFCXe3i6bJI6MRBQZ-Q?e=dGt2M1" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Form</a> <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Ecz7hL-hyYFGvVpdkZ55ozkBS_giEjpigg97yi5KrF2SVw?e=vKePlG" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Example&nbsp;</a>About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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