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Job Title: SfYP Employment &amp; Training Adviser Salary: £30,559 progressing to £33,366 per annum (pro rata for part time) - Pay Increase pending Hours:&nbsp;37 hours per week Location: Various Positions Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>Hertfordshire County Council Services for Young People is the primary provider of youth work, career education information advice guidance and work-related learning in Hertfordshire. Our vision for young people is clear. We want young people to succeed, and by working for us you’ll be key to enable this to happen.We work with vulnerable young people to address emerging needs, improve life chances, and reduce escalation to more expensive and intensive services. This includes supporting those challenged in education, their community or home life, to ensure a successful transition to adulthood. The young people we work with are typically 11-17 and 18 to 25 if they are Care Leavers or have SEND.We have full time (37 hours) vacancies covering the following: 1 x East Herts Broxbourne &amp; Welwyn Hatfield 1 x Watford &amp; Three Rivers Hertsmere&nbsp;<h4>About the role</h4>What’s involved in the role?<ul><li>Employment, training, and work-related learning activities support to young people.</li><li>Job and work experience brokering.</li><li>Support young people to enhance their employability skills.</li><li>Undertake health and safety assessments within workplaces.</li><li>Work face to face delivering at young people’s centres providing a range of support.</li></ul>This is a varied role working as part of a team and will include direct contact with local employers to source a range of work-related opportunities for clients and after appropriate training, carry out Health &amp; Safety checks with employers to support work experience placements.You will work with&nbsp; young people who are not in employment, education or training providing employment and training opportunities through job brokering and marketing vacancies. You will enhance the employability skills of young people by offering a range of services to include CV writing and interview preparation.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Full UK driving licence with regular access to a vehicle.</li><li>The ability to travel independently around the county.</li><li>The ability to work flexibly as Service needs require.</li><li>Excellent verbal, written and ICT skills</li><li>The ability to build professional relationships young people.</li><li>Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage time and availability effectively.</li><li>The ability to support team activities and contribute to the wider service.</li><li>An understanding of the issues facing young people who are unemployed and be able to demonstrate how you have effectively challenged stereotyping or other discriminatory practice.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Be able to demonstrate experience of building relationships and networking with employers.</li><li>The ability to a build rapport with young people and evidence of working with them individually and in small groups.</li><li>An understanding of the issues facing young people who are unemployed and be able to demonstrate how you have effectively challenged stereotyping or other discriminatory practice.</li><li>Ability to work in a varied role working as part of a team</li><li>Be proactive and have the ability to advocate and negotiate.</li><li>Experience in networking with local employers and promoting employment services.</li><li>Ability to use social media and online platforms, such as LinkedIn and the Hertfordshire Opportunities Portal (H.O.P), to support clients.</li><li>Relevant qualifications in careers education, information, advice, and guidance (CEIAG), youth work, or a related field.</li><li>Have a proactive approach and the ability to advocate and negotiate.</li></ul>For more information regarding the work of Services for Young People please visit <a href="http://www.servicesforyoungpeople.org" target="_blank">www.servicesforyoungpeople.org</a>This job role is within the Community Services, level 8 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Community servicesTo find out more, please contact Kips Green: <a href="mailto:kips.green@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">kips.green@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> or 01442 454083 Interview Date: Wednesday 30th and Thursday 31st July 2025Benefits of working for us <h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). 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SfYP Employment & Training Adviser

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our busy Revenues &amp; Benefits Team on a permanent full-time contract.About the roleYou will be responsible for providing vital admin support for the Benefits Team including ensuring daily correspondence/emails are documented correctly and index evidence and information that has been provided in support of benefit claims. You will receive full training to work towards becoming a Benefits Assessment Officer.Deal with customer enquiries via telephone, email and in person at our reception desk.This position requires a DBS check.Who we’re looking forWe’d love to hear from you if you:<ul><li>Have current experience of working within an office environment.</li><li>Have a good standard of education, including literacy and numeracy skills.</li><li>Have excellent customer service and communication skills, in person, in writing and on the telephone.</li><li>Are highly organised and able to work without much supervision.</li><li>Are comfortable working in a team and working flexibly to support your colleagues.</li></ul>What we offer When you join us your expertise, skills and experience will be valued, and your career development will be our priority.We are committed to creating a collaborative and innovative environment which empowers you to thrive. You will be part of a friendly, supportive One Team culture with the chance to make a real difference.We believe in balancing hard work with fun. Our active social team organises two to three events a year, ranging from Staff Awards, quiz nights to rounders in the park, helping the workplace to be productive and enjoyable. We use Viva Engage to keep you connected and engaged and we hold regular face to face meetings, such as Chief Executive briefings to keep you in the loop.We are conveniently located close to Oxted Station and have some on-site parking.In addition to the stated pay, we offer membership and contributions towards the Local Government Pension Scheme, flexible working (giving you the opportunity to work from home for up to three days a week), flexi-time, payment of a relevant professional subscription and access to a discounted health scheme.Please visit our website for more information about working for us <a href="http://www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs" target="_blank">www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs</a> and download our Working for Tandridge guide. Diversity statement At Tandridge District Council, we pride ourselves on maintaining an inclusive workplace, ensuring equality, fairness, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do and good practice is embedded in the Council’s culture and services.We welcome applications from all sectors of our community, including BAME, LGBTQ+ and all groups protected under the Equality Act.Tandridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.Want to know more?If this sounds like your kind of challenge and you want to be part of our friendly and supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.If you’d like to find out more, please read our role profile and specification, or for an informal discussion about the role, please e-mail Alan Godfrey at <a href="mailto:agodfrey@tandridge.gov.uk" target="_blank">agodfrey@tandridge.gov.uk</a> or call on 01883 722000. Local Government ReorganisationSurrey is part of the government’s plans for local government reorganisation. This means the current two tier system, where services are split between Surrey County Council and district and borough councils like Tandridge, will be replaced with larger councils, which handle all local services. Although this may lead to some uncertainty for anyone considering a role with us, this process will take several years and during that time we still need to provide services. When local government is reorganised, most staff will transfer to the new council which may offer additional opportunities for career development and variety as part of a larger organisation. The majority of the roles we currently have will still be needed whether that is for planning, housing, recycling and waste, finance, IT, HR etc<ul></ul>

Benefits Assessment Trainee Officer

<h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4>Are you passionate about creating outstanding customer experiences? Are you ready to shape the future of leisure services and make a real difference in your community?Southwark Council is offering an exciting opportunity to be part of our brand-new leisure service, empowering residents to lead healthier, happier lives. We’re looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Customer Service Manager to lead the way at The Castle Leisure Centre.As Customer Service Manager, you’ll be at the heart of our mission to deliver exceptional experiences for every visitor. You’ll inspire and lead a dedicated team, ensuring seamless service and making every interaction count.Your key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Motivating, mentoring, and managing a dynamic team with excellent communication and collaboration skills.</li><li>Creating innovative ways to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.</li><li>Resolving customer queries and complaints across multiple platforms with professionalism and care.</li><li>Collaborating with other managers to improve services and identify opportunities for growth.</li><li>Driving positive change and promoting a proactive, customer-first culture.</li></ul><h4>What We're Looking For</h4>We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. You’ll bring:<ul><li>A Customer Service Level 2 qualification (or equivalent experience).</li><li>Proven experience in delivering exceptional customer service and managing teams in a customer-facing role.</li><li>A track record of achieving and exceeding targets.</li><li>Strong skills in using CRM systems to manage and forecast effectively.</li><li>A passion for resolving customer issues and identifying innovative solutions.</li><li>An enthusiasm for leisure services, with a commitment to promoting healthy lifestyles and reducing health inequalities across the borough.</li></ul><h4>Additional Information</h4>Closing date: Monday 21 July 2025Interview date: W/C 28 July 2025Southwark Leisure Services operates across several sites, seven days a week from early morning to late night. There is a requirement for the post holder on occasions, to work outside normal office hours and at different venues to meet the needs of the service.<ul><li>Job Type: Permanent, Full Time, 36 hours a week.</li><li>Some weekend and evening work will be required to meet service needs.</li><li>Southwark Council is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion.</li></ul>Benefits and more information:In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Staff Benefits</a> page.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2548520&amp;ptId=105619" target="_blank">Click here to view the Job description and Person specification</a></li></ul>





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Southwark Council

Customer Service Manager

<h4>The Role</h4>Do you see yourself making a difference in your local community?Can you lead a high-performing team that supports some of our most vulnerable residents?Does the idea of contributing to a fair, efficient Adult Social Care service appeal to you?If yes, we have the perfect role for you!Our Adult Social Care Division is looking for a passionate and dedicated Client Finance Team Manager to join our amazing service and help make a difference today!About the Role:This is an exciting opportunity to lead the Charging Team within Southwark Council’s Personal Budgets and Client Finance Service. With a strong focus on financial assessments, the team plays a critical role in reviewing financial assessment forms, calculating client contributions, and ensuring residents receive fair and accurate decisions on their eligibility for council-funded care.As Client Finance Team Manager, you’ll be responsible for:<ul><li>Managing a team of seven Client Finance Caseworkers.</li><li>Overseeing the processing of new financial assessments and ensuring supporting evidence is collected.</li><li>Leading the review of historical cases to maintain accurate and up-to-date records.</li><li>Ensuring assessments are completed fairly, efficiently, and in line with legislation and council policy.</li><li>Contributing to Adult Social Care’s financial sustainability by ensuring accurate income collection.</li></ul>About You:We’re looking for someone with a strong understanding of financial assessment processes in Adult Social Care and the ability to lead and motivate a busy team. You’ll bring:<ul><li>Experience managing or supervising a finance or assessment-related team.</li><li>A clear understanding of personal budgets, charging policies, and relevant legislation.</li><li>Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.</li></ul><ul><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>A commitment to fairness, quality service delivery, and continuous improvement.</li></ul>About the Team:You’ll be joining a supportive and purpose-driven team at the heart of Southwark Council’s Adult Social Care Division, with a budget of over £120 million dedicated to improving lives in our community. Our Personal Budgets and Client Finance Service plays a vital role in ensuring equitable access to support and funding.At Southwark, we’re committed to development, collaboration, and inclusion. You’ll have access to professional growth opportunities, supportive leadership, and the chance to make a real impact.For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification located at the bottom of the advert.Contact Information:For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Deborah Greenwood at <a href="mailto:deborah.greenwood@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">deborah.greenwood@southwark.gov.uk</a>Additional Information:This post requires a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) DBS check at Enhanced level.Benefits and more information:In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Staff Benefits</a> page.<h4>Recruitment timetable</h4>Advert close date: 11:59pm on 28th July 2025Shortlisting date/s: 29th July 2025Interview date/s: 7th August 2025The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2545824&amp;ptId=105640" target="_blank">Client Finance Team Manager.docx</a></li></ul>





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Client Finance Team Manager

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse and growing population.At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.<h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4>The Role:An exciting opportunity has arisen in the No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF) team for those committed to making Southwark a safer and healthier place to live, work and visit.Based in Southwark Council’s No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF) team, and reporting to the NRPF Team Leader, you will be responsible for assessing clients that approach the council for support.Your leadership of a rigorous assessment processes will ensure that those in genuine need receive support, whilst safeguarding the Council against abuses of public funds.In this challenging and rewarding role, you will lead a team responsible for verifying applications for support from NRPF households.You will investigate each client’s circumstances to substantiate claims in accordance with the team’s policies and procedures and against relevant legislation.Working with social care colleagues you will ensure that, where appropriate, assessments of social care needs are undertaken.<h4>What We're Looking For</h4>About You:We require someone that can manage a caseload of clients to ensure cases are kept under regular review and keep abreast of developments in policy and legislation.The ideal candidate will be able to assist the NRPF Team Leader to prepare reports and statistics on service performance for internal management reporting and contribute towards cross-departmental projects for people subject to immigration control and on initiatives to reduce fraud.<h4>Additional Information</h4>Close date: Sunday 20 July 2025Interview date: tbcThis is Fixed term contract for 12 monthsGuaranteed Interview SchemeAs part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:- Members of the Armed Forces and veterans- Are currently in care, or have previously been in care- If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health conditionWe are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2546135&amp;ptId=105659" target="_blank">Click here to view the Job description and Person specification</a></li></ul>





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No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF) Assessor

Job DescriptionSalary:&nbsp;£24.30 - £27.33 per hour, depending on grade. Subject to increase for 24/25 pay yearGrade&nbsp;TUTLEC 1 – 4 depending on qualifications and experience.Permanent ContractHours per Week&nbsp;are variable (as &amp; when required) and subject to demand – term time only.Thurrock Adult Community College is the local authority’s provider of adult education for Thurrock. Our main base is in the Old Court House in Grays, but we deliver courses across the borough.You will be responsible for planning courses and lessons, creating resources, teaching lessons, and marking learners work and giving developmental feedback.Experience of teaching adults is required.You will have level 2 qualifications in English and maths, a level 3 award in Education and Training and ideally an English teaching specialism – at L4 or L5. If you do not have an English specialist qualification, you will be expected to work towards this within your first year of employment.An enhanced DBS check with children’s barred list is required.If you have any questions or wish to discuss the post further, please contact <a href="mailto:Fay.Stone@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">Fay.Stone@thurrock.gov.uk</a>Closing Date: 27th July 2025Interview Date: To be ConfirmedTo view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EcDV9iSQTHVEq37nGF6ihgkB4EjyEfEH4HCUxVVS6PJw1w?e=gPIXeX" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a>“If you encounter an error message when opening the Job Profile link please refresh the error page” &nbsp;About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Thurrock Council

Tutor (casual) - English

Vac DescriptionThe role of the Tribunal and Mediation Officer is to coordinate and collate information to support the Local Authority (LA) in a timely and high-quality way where there is a dispute about the identification of special educational needs, support arrangements or placements and ensure all professionals required to provide evidence as part of the appeal comply in a timely way. The role will also involve attending resolution meetings with parents and other professionals in an attempt to settle the disputed issues without the need for formal legal redress, wherever possible.This exciting professional development opportunity will include responsibility for negotiating changes to Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). Where such approaches do not lead to resolution within a supportive framework, you will need to represent the Local Authority at the First Tier Tribunal hearings (also known as Special Educational Needs &amp; Disability Tribunal) to present the Local Authority’s case and defend the appropriateness of the proposed service provision/decision for an individual child.We are looking for a good negotiator with outstanding written and verbal communication skills and a strong eye for accuracy and detail. As well as an ability to be organised, using your initiative and working to tight statutory deadlines, you need to be flexible in approach and have good general ICT skills. Experience of legal or tribunal processes and working within the field of and/or an understanding of special educational needs legislation in relation to Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).&nbsp;For more information and to apply click <a href="https://www.cognus.org.uk/work-with-us/current-vacancies/" target="_blank">here</a>About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateThe role of the Tribunal and Mediation Officer is to coordinate and collate information to support the Local Authority (LA) in a timely and high-quality way where there is a dispute about the identification of special educational needs, support arrangements or placements and ensure all professionals required to provide evidence as part of the appeal comply in a timely way. The role will also involve attending resolution meetings with parents and other professionals in an attempt to settle the disputed issues without the need for formal legal redress, wherever possible.This exciting professional development opportunity will include responsibility for negotiating changes to Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). Where such approaches do not lead to resolution within a supportive framework, you will need to represent the Local Authority at the First Tier Tribunal hearings (also known as Special Educational Needs &amp; Disability Tribunal) to present the Local Authority’s case and defend the appropriateness of the proposed service provision/decision for an individual child.We are looking for a good negotiator with outstanding written and verbal communication skills and a strong eye for accuracy and detail. As well as an ability to be organised, using your initiative and working to tight statutory deadlines, you need to be flexible in approach and have good general ICT skills. Experience of legal or tribunal processes and working within the field of and/or an understanding of special educational needs legislation in relation to Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).&nbsp;For more information and to apply click <a href="https://www.cognus.org.uk/work-with-us/current-vacancies/" target="_blank">here</a> 





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Kingston Upon Thames & Sutton Councils

Tribunal and Mediation Officer

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Please apply by clicking the 'Apply Now' button below. Full information, including the Job Description, Person Specification and other details about Runnymede Borough Council, is available in the Extra Information attachment.
If it is difficult for you to apply online please contact us at Human Resources, Runnymede Borough Council, Civic Centre, Station Road, Addlestone, Surrey, KT15 2AH.
Email: <a href="mailto:humanresources@runnymede.gov.uk" target="_blank">humanresources@runnymede.gov.uk</a>. or Telephone: 01932 425517.



Housing Solutions Officer
Annual salary £36,573 - £40,607 for 37 hours per week
Hybrid working
About the role
This an exciting opportunity to join Runnymede Borough Council as we continue our positive work preventing homelessness and ending rough sleeping in the area. As the&nbsp;Senior&nbsp;Housing&nbsp;Solutions&nbsp;Officer, you will:
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<li>Carry out initial assessments of individuals circumstances</li>
<li>Provide tailored advice to enable the applicant to resolve their housing difficulty</li>
<li>Confirm the duties the Council owe to the applicant in writing</li>
<li>Continually review and update the advice and support we are able to provide to the applicant</li>
<li>Provide a full housing solutions service, offering advice and assistance</li>
<li>Make enquiries to satisfy yourself of the facts of the application</li>
<li>Make lawful decisions in accordance with the legislation</li>
<li>You will have a manageable level of cases</li>
<li>Quality check and provide case sign off</li>
<li>Deputise for the Housing Solutions Manager</li>
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We have an exceptional Housing Solutions team that has achieved many positive outcomes for applicants. This role will support us to continue to deliver a high-quality homelessness service.
You will have the opportunity to contribute to the implementation and performance of the Council’s Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy and assist in the review of procedures and policies within the team.
About you
You will be joining a supportive, friendly team and will reporting directly to the Housing Solutions Manager. We are looking for a capable and ambitious individual to join our team who can provide excellent customer service to support us to continue delivering first class housing solutions services. We are looking for exceptional candidates with a range of skills including:
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<li>Excellent working knowledge of the Housing Act 1996 (as amended)</li>
<li>Experience of carrying out detailed assessments</li>
<li>Good quality communication, both verbal and written</li>
<li>A team player</li>
<li>Encourages strategic thinking</li>
<li>Able to work well under pressure</li>
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About Runnymede
Runnymede is an ambitious, passionate, and progressive council with a forward-thinking attitude and award-winning departments. As a Borough Council, we are committed to our four core values and goals which we demonstrate through our ongoing policies and projects.&nbsp; We are always keen to improve our services and welcome innovative and proactive individuals who are open-minded and have a positive approach in supporting our vision.&nbsp;
Benefits&nbsp;
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<li>Hybrid working 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home</li>
<li>Flexible working 7am-7pm (Core hours are 10-11.30am &amp; 2.30pm-4pm) and Flexi-leave</li>
<li>28 Days annual leave, plus 8 days bank holidays and 1 extra day at Christmas</li>
<li>Excellent Pension Scheme, including access to an Additional Voluntary Contributions</li>
<li>Free Parking</li>
<li>Training and development opportunities</li>
<li>Payment of one professional membership per annum</li>
<li>Cycle to work + further related discounts</li>
<li>Season ticket loan</li>
<li>UK Healthcare plan after 1 years’ service</li>
<li>Dental insurance plan after 3 years’ service</li>
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How to apply
Please click the Apply Now Button
For more information on the role including the job description please see the extra information section
We are passionate about building an inclusive and diverse workforce and we welcome applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds, skills and abilities. If it is difficult for you to apply online, please contact Human Resources at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.surreyjobs.info/vacancies/526996/external_links?index=0" target="_blank">humanresources@runnymede.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;or on 01932 425527 who will be able to assist you.
For an informal chat about this role please contact Iqvinder Sokhal, Head of Housing Solutions on <a href="mailto:iqvinder.sokhal@runnymede.gov.uk" target="_blank">iqvinder.sokhal@runnymede.gov.uk</a>
Closing Date: Tuesday 22nd July, 12pm
Interview Date(s): Thursday 31st July 2025
If you do not hear from us within two weeks from the closing date you have not been successful on this occasion. Thank you for considering Runnymede Borough Council.
Runnymede Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults with care support needs and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You may be requested to present your identification at the interview stage and there will be several checks conducted during the onboarding process inclusive of an enhanced DBS check for specified roles.

Runnymede Borough Council

Senior Housing Solutions Officer

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To apply for this vacancy, click the “Apply Online” link.
If you are not already on Waverley Borough Council's website for this vacancy, you will be redirected to our website's jobs page.&nbsp; Either click "Apply Online" at the bottom of this page, or at the top left hand side under Waverley Borough Council click either the "Log in" button (if you are already registered) or the "Register" button.
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Are you passionate about delivering customer-focused housing services that are safe, compliant, and consistently high in quality?
Do you have the experience to manage major contracts and stakeholder relationships while driving continuous improvement in service delivery?
Can you lead and motivate high-performing teams to deliver exceptional repairs and maintenance services across a large housing portfolio?
We are seeking a Property Services Manager with proven leadership in managing housing repairs, compliance, and planned works. This pivotal role demands a strong understanding of health and safety legislation, procurement regulations, and risk management within the social housing sector. If you can lead teams effectively while delivering high-quality, compliant property services, we’d love to hear from you.
Hybrid – mixture of office and at home working
This post is a full-time role at 37 hours a week. However, all applications will be considered.
We do not accept CVs without a completed application form. Strictly no agencies please.
Closing date for applications: 9:00am on Monday 21st July 2025
Interview date: Wednesday 23rd July 2025
In return for your valued contribution, we can offer you a competitive benefits package which includes hybrid working and agile working policies, training and development opportunities, generous annual leave and flexi time, free onsite parking, an employee assistance scheme and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. You can find out more about working at Waverley and our benefits by visiting -&nbsp;<a href="http://www.surreyjobs.info/vacancies/524700/external_links?index=0" target="_blank">Working at Waverley Borough Council | Waverley Borough Council</a>
The district is home to many different people, and we want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences - we are a Disability Confident employer and appoint on merit. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility&nbsp;<a href="http://www.surreyjobs.info/vacancies/524700/external_links?index=0" target="_blank">here</a>
We are proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving or ex-members of the armed forces and their partners. We offer an interview scheme for serving and ex-military forces members when they meet the essential criteria for the role. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility&nbsp;<a href="http://www.surreyjobs.info/vacancies/524700/external_links?index=0" target="_blank">here</a>
Please note we do not accept applications after the stated closing time and right to work in the UK will be checked as part of the interview process.

Property Services Manager

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To apply for this role click on the ‘Apply Online’ button below. If you already have a JGP account you will be asked to login, or alternatively if you don’t have an account you will be guided through the set up process.
Access to an account is necessary as all updates regarding your application will be sent via the JGP site to the email you have registered.
Once you have access to your JGP account you will be able to complete the application form in stages, saving and amending it until you are happy to the submit your completed application. You should use the Personal Statement section to demonstrate how you meet the requirements set out in the role profile attached.
If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@rutland.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@rutland.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;



Do you have experience working in a communications service, delivering campaigns and project work? We are looking for a passionate individual to work as our Communications Officer to support our Transport Department deliver key communications functions including campaigns, marketing, media and public relations, and digital media.
About the role… The Communications Officer will support the day-to-day delivery of the Councils Communications Services and includes: • &nbsp; &nbsp;Delivering communication activities in support of key Council campaigns and projects, developing communication plans and implementing associated communication activity. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Supporting media enquiries and developing press releases, statements, briefings, and other copywriting, including social media and website content. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Providing marketing and design support for Council publications and communications. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Working with teams across the Council to develop communications programmes and plans for public engagement activities. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Building internal relationships in support of consistent and effective communications.&nbsp; • &nbsp; &nbsp;Supporting teams to manage their website content, in line with corporate communications guidance.&nbsp;
About you… As the Communications Officer you need to have the following skills and experience:
• &nbsp; &nbsp;You will hold a relevant qualification or possess recent experience in the field. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Experience working in a communications arena, including the coordination of campaigns and marketing activity • &nbsp; &nbsp;Experience in writing and editing press releases and other publications • &nbsp; &nbsp;You will be organised with the ability to co-ordinate a range of projects • &nbsp; &nbsp;A good working knowledge of online communication tools including website and social media tools • &nbsp; &nbsp;Excellent communication skills with the ability to develop strong working relationships
Working in a fast-paced Communications Service means you will have an exciting and varied role, with the need to respond to emerging local and national news and changing priorities.&nbsp;
Our offer to you: Rutland Council is committed to Flexible Working and understands the benefits of supporting employees to manage their work and life balance, whilst meeting the needs of the service.
We are committed to supporting and empowering our staff to be the best workers that they can be and Rutland Council is the place you want to be. &nbsp; &nbsp;Our benefits go beyond the salary – being part of a great team, excellent Local Government Pension, generous annual leave, opportunities to learn and develop your career, and a demonstrable commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of our staff.
Whilst the base for this post is Oakham, Rutland, the Local Authority offers a hybrid working practice. &nbsp;As well as working from home, we feel it is important that you have the opportunity to spend time in the workplace with your colleagues to help you learn, develop and engage.&nbsp;
Find out more:
To learn more about working with us visit <a href="https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk" target="_blank">https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk</a> or if you have any queries about this role please contact Mat Waik, Communications Service Manager on 07973 855 469&nbsp; or at <a href="mailto:mwaik@rutland.gov.uk" target="_blank">mwaik@rutland.gov.uk</a>
If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process, please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@rutland.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@rutland.gov.uk</a>
Rutland County Council is committed to Equality and Diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. &nbsp;Everyone at Rutland County Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults and for ensuring that they are protected from harm.&nbsp;

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