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<h2>Job introduction</h2>We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:

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Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28&nbsp;days annual leave per year, 29&nbsp;days for senior managers (pro rata, depending on how many hours per week you work), plus bank holidays. An additional 5 days, linked to continuous service, and ability to purchase up to 6 weeks additional leave per year.</li>
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Cycle to Work scheme.&nbsp;</li>
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Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li>
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Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li>
	<li>Car Lease scheme</li>
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Payment of professional subscription / membership - If your job description requires that you are registered with or are&nbsp;a member of&nbsp;a professional body, WNC will pay for your professional subscription or membership fees.</li>
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Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.</li>
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Commsave-&nbsp;Free membership to Commsave Credit Union who provide a variety of savings accounts, loans, a monthly lottery draw and more!</li>
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Ongoing training and development opportunities.</li>
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A variety of flexible working options to support your work/life balance, including full or part time, term time, 9-day fortnight, etc. (subject to business needs).</li>
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Our West Ways of Working – We want our workforce to thrive, and we equip our employees with the right technology to support hybrid and collaborative working, on or off site, depending on the role.</li>
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Making a difference - If you want to use your skills and experience with an organisation that are genuinely invested in making a difference, are committed to improving people's lives, and whose success has a direct impact on the wellbeing of your family, friends and people in your local area, then West Northamptonshire Council is the place for you.</li>
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<h2>About the role</h2>Supporting individuals in their own home, locally and&nbsp;Eleanor Lodge provides exceptional levels of support to adults, aged 18 and over, with learning disabilities and mental health issues. It is situated in Delapre, Northampton and offers a wonderful living environment in which our customers can enjoy an enhanced quality of life. We also offer domiciliary care to adults living in their own homes within the community.We have teams of friendly and committed staff who provide the highest level of care. With our great accommodation and facilities, Eleanor Lodge evokes a home from home atmosphere in which our customers can feel comfortable, content and very well cared for.Shifts are a mixture of earlies and lates, and range from 7-3pm, and 8-3pm 3-10pm&nbsp;<h2>Additional information</h2><ul>
<li>Full training will be given.</li>
<li>You will either currently have, or be&nbsp;willing to work towards, NVQ level 2 in Health &amp; Social Care or equivalent.</li>
<li>Full driving license and access to your own vehicle, would be ideal.</li>
<li>Self-motivated, personable and a creative approach to problem solving.</li>
<li>Ability to work on own initiative and within a team.</li>
</ul>This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate at WNC cost.&nbsp;It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Children and Adults&nbsp;Barred List check. West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Please note: There is no option to offer sponsorship or transfer of. You must have Right to work in the UK.&nbsp;Apply now!&nbsp; As we may close the advert early, if we receive the desired response.&nbsp;<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.

Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;

Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU&nbsp;&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU&nbsp;&amp;nbsp</a>;

We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partner

The following film was created by us to communicate our intentions&nbsp;- watch WNC colleagues explain&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.

If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.

West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Care and Welfare (Home Carer) Eleanor Lodge

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



We have an exciting opportunity available for a motivated and experienced Strategic Communications and Social Media Officer, to join us as a key member of the Communication, Engagement and Marketing team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a part-time, permanent basis. This role is working 2 days a week.
We are looking for a dynamic professional able to lead strategic communications and create social media content to help us reach all our residents.
You will work with teams across the council to put together campaigns and lead on priorities that deliver real outcomes for residents and the organisation.
What you’ll work on will vary widely and could include marketing events to maximise income, explaining the council’s financial situation, making sure people know how to get help they are entitled to or keeping people informed about major projects or changes.
With local government under increasing funding pressure, it is vital that we target our communications where it is most effective – so you will also be involved in monitoring how effective we are and making improvements where possible.
We are looking for social media naturals who can generate content people want to engage with. Our Facebook presence is already among the most innovative and effective of local councils, but we want to push this further and improve across all platforms.
Benefits:
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days (rising to 35 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ Enrolment to an excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐&nbsp;A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ And much more!&nbsp;
Key Responsibilities: 
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<li>Designing and leading on communications campaigns to deliver measurable outcomes</li>
<li>Leading regular communications on specific priorities of the council – again, with success measures in place</li>
<li>Creating engaging social media content (including user generated content) that engages with broad audiences, which celebrates the borough and its residents</li>
<li>Build good relations with internal and external partners so communication delivers mutual benefits whenever possible</li>
<li>Supporting regular communication activity (such as responding to media enquiries) as required</li>
<li>Supporting crisis communications across any council area as required</li>
<li>Contributing to the development of the council’s visual brand</li>
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Candidate Requirements:&nbsp;
Essential:
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<li>Excellent social media content creation skills to deliver highly engaging output across all channels, including emerging platforms</li>
<li>Excellent writer in range of styles such as web content, social media content, email newsletters and news releases</li>
<li>Communications and social media campaign planning, implementation and reporting</li>
<li>Experience working with a communications or marketing team or media role</li>
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Desirable:
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<li>Degree level or equivalent professional qualification</li>
<li>Evidence of continued professional development or commitment to informal learning and improvement</li>
<li>Proficient in communications and social media data analysis and reporting</li>
<li>Understanding of local government and experience working for public sector body</li>
<li>Understanding of social media data analysis tools</li>
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Our Area:
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.
We’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!
Alternatively, for an informal discussion please contact: Connor McLoughlin, Strategic Communications &amp; Social Media Lead at <a href="mailto:Connor.McLoughlin@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Connor.McLoughlin@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing date:&nbsp;Monday 21st July 2025
Interview date: &nbsp;TBC
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.&nbsp;
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. 
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Wokingham Borough Council

Strategic Communications and Social Media Officer

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Salary: £40,911 Grade: Level 3, Zone 2&nbsp; Location: 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 36, Full Time&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Closing date: Sunday 13th July 2025; 23:55 Online interviews will take place on: Thursday 17th July between 9am and 5pm and Friday 18th July between 9am and 5pm &nbsp; About Camden Camden is changing on the inside to make life better for everyone. Our residents and communities are at the heart of everything we do. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today and we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind. &nbsp;Here’s where you can help decide a better future for us all.&nbsp; What You’ll Be Doing As a Welfare Rights Adviser at Money Advice Camden, you'll provide high-quality support to residents in need, helping them claim the benefits they're entitled to. You'll work collaboratively with your team to manage complex cases, conduct benefit checks and appeals, and build strong relationships with colleagues. You'll be part of a team that prioritizes customer-centric service and continuous improvement, working together to reflect on approaches and propose new ones when needed. This role will make an immediate difference for vulnerable members of our community, and you'll be part of a dynamic team that works openly and collaboratively to drive positive change. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and will require a DBS. To view the Job Profile, please&nbsp;copy and paste the below URL into your browser:&nbsp; <a href="http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11016972/file/document?inline" target="_blank">http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11016972/file/documen…</a> If you want more information about the role, please feel free to email Constance Attlee –&nbsp;<a href="mailto:constance.attlee@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">constance.attlee@camden.gov.uk</a> to book an informal chat.&nbsp; All About You To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our People by visiting '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories</a>'. As a highly experienced welfare rights adviser, you'll bring a deep understanding of benefits, welfare reform, and related laws to the role. With strong analytical and numeracy skills, you'll be able to assess entitlement, conduct better off calculations, and make informed decisions. You'll be trained by a reputable organization and motivated to support vulnerable individuals with empathy and a desire to make a difference. You'll also have a strong understanding of community resources, including statutory and VCS provision, and existing relationships with Camden VCS groups will be an asset. With the ability to make decisive judgments under pressure and lead in sensitive situations with empathy and integrity, you'll be an invaluable asset to the team. What We Offer At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits including: <ul>
<li>27 days annual leave for new starters, rising to 31 days after 5 years</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li> <li>Flexible working opportunities;</li> <li>Interest free loans</li> <li>Access to our incredible staff networks</li> <li>Career development and training</li> <li>Wellbeing support and activities</li> </ul> Visit '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits</a>' for more details. Inclusion and Diversity&nbsp; We want Camden Council to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do. To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/inclusion-and-diversity&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/inclusion-and-diversity&amp;nbsp</a>; Anonymised Application&nbsp;–&nbsp;in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias. Asking for Adjustments&nbsp; Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at <a href="mailto:resourcing@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@camden.gov.uk</a> or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG.

Camden Council

Welfare Rights Adviser

<h4> Job Description </h4>Overview London Borough of Harrow is seeking a new Project and Policy Officer who will be responsible for the development of the community safety strategy and strategic assessment, managing the statutory community safety partnership, Safer Harrow, managing key partnerships both internally and externally, and building up the risk profile of the borough. The post holder will provide administrative support to the Community Safety team to ensure accountability and monitoring of the outcomes of the Community Safety Strategy. The post holder will provide administrative support for the Safer Harrow Community Safety Partnership quarterly meetings and support the council’s response to serious violence in the community and explore funding and project opportunities that will contribute to the reduction of serious violence on the borough. The post holder will provide direct support to various projects and administer and oversee related policies, working with colleagues outside of the immediate team- distributing and collating of data from data collection exercises. The role involves working closely with voluntary and community sector partners, teams within the council and other external partners that are stakeholders in the projects, supporting the coordination, control and reporting for Community Safety projects, policies and partnerships. The post holder will assist with the quality assurance of project documentation, such as reports, business cases, monitoring reports, financial returns, maintain the Programme team’s SharePoint site and webpages and provide support to externally funded projects with a particular focus on data collection and analysis using Excel. About You The successful candidate will have: <ul><li>Experience of extracting information from a range of sources and producing clear, error free and well-presented reports. A good analytical and methodological approach to work.</li><li>Experience of coordinating and arranging meetings, events and training.</li><li>Educated to degree level or equivalent or has the equivalent relevant work experience.</li><li>A good working knowledge of MS Office suite, with particular attention of MS Excel</li><li>Understanding of project management and policy</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and a good understanding of how to communicate to a range of audiences </li></ul> Related Documents For more information, please refer to the <a href="https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=23081&amp;hashed=1745364873" target="_blank">Role Profile/Selection Criteria</a><h4>About us</h4> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.<h4>Other information</h4> Support for candidates visit:<a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&amp;categoryId=210277" target="_blank">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11" target="_blank">below G11</a> and <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11" target="_blank">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council" target="_blank"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a><h4>Important Note</h4> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice" target="_blank">equality statement</a>. As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting <a href="www.cifas.org.uk/fpn">www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a> 





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Harrow Council

Project and Policy Support Officer

Our Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports. Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services. We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’. Our Team:Do you have a passion to make a difference to the lives of children in care?We are interested in hearing from both experienced and newly qualified Social Workers who would like to join our Children in Care Team working with children aged between 0-16 years.The team is responsible for ensuring that all Children in Care are matched with carers able to meet their needs with a long term plan of permanency and supported to achieve positive outcomes in all areas. The children in care service have stable teams of social workers, community support workers and team managers as well as service manager and head of service.Our main office is based in Runcorn, however there are also agile working spaces across both Widnes and Runcorn.The role requires access to a vehicle and UK driving license. There is a essential car user allowance payable with this role: £1,000 per year.Hours: 37 hours per weekYour Contributions:As a social worker in the team you will be responsible for care planning for children in care ensuring they are safe, happy and achieving their aspirations and goals. You will work closely with our partner agencies to deliver high quality care and support to our children and young people. As a permanency service we look to ensure our children in care live within safe, stable and appropriately matched carers/family to meet all of their needs and work towards a plan of discharge where appropriate, long term matching and/or family finding.The team also focuses on supporting young adolescents to develop their independence skills and ready them for when they are turning aged 15 years 9 months/16 years when they will transfer to the adolescent service who work alongside our team of personal advisors. Knowledge and experience of working with children in care and corporate parenting is essential to this role in supporting our children in care, however we have training available and if newly qualified our social academy will support via the ASYE programme.Our Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:• A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service• Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions• 3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme• Investment in your personal development• Free Car Parking at HBC sites • Flexible working arrangements • Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance ProgrammeA relevant market supplement amount is included in the advertised salary for each grade as follows:<ul><li>Grade HBC7 - £2,710</li><li>Grade HBC8 - £2,710</li><li>Grade HBC9 - £3,710</li></ul>Market Supplement's may be subject to early removal should there be rationale to do so. Next Steps:At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Lyndsey Ratcliffe Service Manager Children in Care and Adoption: 0151 511 8594 <a href="mailto:lyndsey.ratcliffe@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">lyndsey.ratcliffe@halton.gov.uk</a>Interviews will take place on 31st July 2025 at Halton DCBL Stadium.At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!





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Halton Borough Council

Halton Borough Council's Plan

Social Worker - Children in Care 0-16 

We have an exciting opportunity to recruit two fixed term (12 months) Senior Youth Offending Team Officers within Cheshire Youth Justice Service. One post will be based within the Eastern area of Cheshire (37 hours per week) and the other post will be based within the North of Cheshire (29.6 hours per week). Cheshire Youth Justice Service is a high performing, nationally recognised, award winning Youth Justice Service rated as 'Good' in our last inspection.Youth Justice Services (Incorporating Cheshire East, Cheshire West, Halton &amp; Warrington) is a multi-agency service with the principal aim of diverting children from entering the criminal justice system, reducing youth crime and anti-social behaviour and improving the quality of life for all who live and work in the areas of Cheshire East, Cheshire West &amp; Chester Council, Halton Borough Council and Warrington Borough Council.The role of a Senior Youth Offending Team Officer aims to provides support to those children involved in the Criminal Justice System, working collaboratively with a range of key agencies with the aim of diverting children away from offending and preventing their re-offending. We are seeking a dynamic individual who will bring knowledge and understanding of holistic assessments along with experience of delivering interventions that are relationship based and trauma informed to achieve positive outcomes for children.We are looking for passion, creative and an experienced candidate who can demonstrate tenacity and enthusiasm in making a positive difference to the lives of children in the Youth Justice Service. The post holder will be required to effectively manage a caseload of children (between the ages of 10-17), who are subject to a range of Out of Court and Statutory Court Disposals. The ability to complete assessments, develop intervention plans with children and deliver a range of interventions using a strength based approach to support desistance are crucial. Child First principles are at the heart of the work we do, so the candidate should have relevant experience of working with children and their families and have a clear understanding of some of the complex issues affecting them. Risk management, public safety and safeguarding are fundamental aspects to our work and therefore candidates should be able to demonstrate an understanding of these requirements as they are integral to the post being offered.If you are passionate about working with children and young people and have a creative approach to direct work, this is a fantastic opportunity. The Youth Justice Service is committed to continuous improvement, building a skilled, knowledgeable and flexible workforce. The post holder will have an established base within service, but may be required to work across the Cheshire footprint. Hybrid and flexible working, including working from home and other bases across Cheshire is a key feature of this role. Our technology platform enable staff to connect and collaborate remotely, so that a healthy work-life balance can be achieved.What We Offer:This is an agile post which means the opportunity of working from home along with the ability to work from offices across the CWAC area where staff from Youth Justice Services work from. The benefits of working for the Council go well beyond making a difference to people’s lives, as well as working within a supportive environment with people who share your values you will have access to a huge range of benefits including discounts on: <ul><li>High street and supermarket shopping </li><li>Gym membership </li><li>Holidays </li><li>Days out </li><li>Cinemas </li><li>Childcare vouchers </li><li>Cash back scheme on any medical treatment that you may require via Medicash </li><li>Car lease scheme (Brand new fully maintained and insured car for 3 years in return for a fixed monthly payment via salary sacrifice) </li><li>Cycle Scheme (Save up to £320 on the cost of a brand-new bike and equipment) </li></ul> We also offer: <ul><li>Competitive salary </li><li>Generous holiday allowance of 26 days (pro rata), increasing to 31 days after five years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase extra leave and access bank holidays.</li><li>An excellent career average pension scheme with employer contributions of 22.3%. (Employer contributions elsewhere are typically 3%) </li><li>The opportunity to develop your skills and career. </li><li>Rewards and Recognition for going above and beyond such as additional annual leave and shopping vouchers. </li><li>Supportive team and culture </li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to 10 days additional annual leave. </li><li>An Employee Assistance Programme, which offers free 24/7 confidential assistance, practical information, and emotional support. </li></ul>All posts are exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).If you are ready to take on a rewarding new challenge impacting positively on the lives of children and communities, we want to hear from you. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sarah Green or Emma Lawton (Team Managers) on 0345 145 0055 Closing date 21st July 2025 with potential interview date of 29th July 2025 Apply link: <a href="https://jobs.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk/vacancy/senior-yot-officer-588793.html" target="_blank">https://jobs.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk/vacancy/senior-yot-officer-588793.html</a>





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Youth Offending Team Officer

Parklands is a residential respite unit for young people. Our home provides short breaks for young people who have disabilities and complex health needs.We are recruiting Residential Support Workers to join our team at Parklands where you will be working directly with children and young people aged 5-18 years of age, providing personal, health, social and domestic care in accordance with individual care plans.You will be expected to work various shifts on a flexible 4 week rota pattern including evenings, weekends, bank holidays and waking nights. About YouYou will have -<ul><li>GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths</li><li>Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or be willing to work towards (fully funded)</li><li>Good communications skills, verbal and written</li><li>A full driving licence and willingness to undertake training to drive a minibus</li><li>As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to provide either a British passport or a UK Residence Permit or equivalent legal document that proves you are able to work in the UK</li></ul> To ApplyIf you feel you are highly motivated, resilient, and passionate about enhancing the lives of our children and young people then we would love to hear from you.For an informal discussion about the role please call Andrada Pepenel, Head of Provider Services on 01634 337327.Please click on the link at the bottom of the advert to apply online.This post is subject to an enhanced Children’s DBS check. In return we offer you:<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>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice and 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>Our organisation: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.Important Information-Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileEqual Opportunities Commitment StatementMedway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Residential Support Worker - Parklands

Are you ready to take on a role making a significant impact to the future of Medway Council and it’s residents? We have an exciting opportunity for three Policy Officers that will assist the Head of Policy and Partnerships within a brand new department that will guide Medway Council through a pivotal period of transition under local government reorganisation and wider public sector reform.Reporting directly to the Head of Policy and Partnerships. These roles will support a range of policy projects across the Council directorates in areas including, but not limited to:<ul><li>Transportation</li><li>Waste Management and Environmental Services</li><li>Children’s Services</li><li>Health and Social Care</li><li>Corporate services (including local government reform and devolution)</li></ul>Political Restriction: Both posts are politically restricted in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989, as amended by the Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Act 2009. Staff in these posts are obliged to observe the restrictions on political activity as detailed under this legislation. Key responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead policy development: Develop and support complex policy initiatives, ensuring Medway Council's voice is heard at the government level. Provide expert advice to senior leaders and elected members. </li><li>Project management: Prepare programmes and projects, ensuring timely delivery and achievement of objectives.</li><li>Policy documentation: Assist in producing comprehensive briefing papers and policy documents, facilitating the publication of guidance and reports.</li><li>Stakeholder engagement: Collaborate with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders, including Members, Corporate Management Team, external partners, and residents.</li></ul>The people we are looking for:Policy Officer x3: We are looking for an experienced policy or project professionals, preferably from within the public sector with a track record in designing and developing policies and change programmes that have brought about a successful change or outcome. The successful candidate will thrive in a varied and fast paced environment and be able to able to multi-task and work under pressure. You will need be an excellent communicator with highly developed organisational and project management skills.Interested? For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Carolyn Ruston, Head of Policy and Partnerships: <a href="mailto:carolyn.ruston@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">carolyn.ruston@medway.gov.uk</a>Interviews will be held week commencing: 21 July 2025, in person at our offices in Gun Wharf, ChathamCareer 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. We are seeking a Policy Officer 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. Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileFor further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Policy Officer 

We’re looking for an innovative project officer with excellent administrative skills and technical ability to help deliver a range of highway projects from licensing to asset management.You’ll need to be experienced in delivering projects in a timely manner; preparing and writing reports and liaising with various stakeholders as part of the feasibility process.Reviewing existing practices and identifying areas for improvement, you’ll work closely across the Highways service to improve systems and ways of operational working to help deliver more efficient and effective working practices.The post holder will be required to review existing plans and policies defined on the Highway Asset Management Delivery Plan and liaise with Officers to ensure these are updated and co-ordinated for periodic review. You’ll therefore need to have a good understanding of Asset Management in relation to a Highway Asset environment with the ability to collate, maintain, analyse and appraise data across the service.If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager please call Karen Tamsett on 01634 331525 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. Level C Highways are seeking to appoint an experienced Project Officer at level C. You will meet the requirements of the person specification fully and can demonstrate applied knowledge, experience and skills in this role. All elements within the person specification are essential. You will be supported through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation, which can include identifying and supporting the achievement of professional goals. Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileFor further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Highways Project Officer

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Mayors Officer (Job Ref: 3621) Salary:&nbsp;£44,579 Grade:&nbsp;Level 4, Zone 1 Location:&nbsp;Town Hall, Judd Street, WC1H 9JE. Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent&nbsp; Hours:&nbsp;36, Full time Closing Date:&nbsp;Monday 14^th July 2025 at 23:55 About Camden Camden is building somewhere everyone can thrive, by making our borough the best place to live, work, study and visit. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today. And we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind.&nbsp; What You’ll Be Doing / How You’ll Be Involved This is an exciting opportunity to manage the Mayor’s office. We are looking for someone to provide a direct link of contact between the Mayoralty, the Leader and senior councillors and management while managing and innovating a highly performing Mayors office.&nbsp; In this role you will be responsible for managing the office which is there to support the Mayor and Deputy Mayor and ensure their year in office is as successful as possible. This includes managing and arranging engagements and ensure the office and mayoral programme of annual events are well managed. You will be the go-to person for the Mayor and Deputy to seek guidance and advice as well as day to day support. You will through your personal drive, skill and commitment help ensure that the role of Mayor remains relevant and meaningful for years to come.&nbsp; To view the Job Profile please click HERE or copy and paste the below into your browser: <a href="http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11037959/file/document?inline" target="_blank">http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11037959/file/documen…</a> The work is office based at the newly refurbished Town Hall on the Civic Floor.&nbsp; Attendance at evening meetings/receptions and occasional attendance at functions held at the weekends is also a requirement of the postholder as well as spending the majority of your time in the office.&nbsp; Please refer to the job profile for more information. What We Offer&nbsp; At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits. From flexible working to 27 days annual leave (+ bank holidays!). We also know that a work life balance is extremely important so we also offer family leave, loan schemes and access to our incredible staff networks. We also have an incredible pensions scheme.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; Visit '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits</a>' for more details. Inclusion and Diversity &nbsp;&nbsp; We want Camden Council to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp; To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits</a>' for more details. Anonymised Application – in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias. &nbsp;&nbsp; Asking for Adjustments &nbsp;&nbsp; Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at <a href="mailto:resourcing@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@camden.gov.uk</a> or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG. &nbsp;

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