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Street Scene Technical Support Officer37 hours per week, temporary until 18 June 2026NS5 £25,183 - £25,584 per annumPay Award Pending*We are now recruiting for a Street Scene Technical Support Officer to co-ordinate and provide administrative support to the Council’s Street Scene department.You will have a responsibility for the arrangement and administrative functions for playground maintenance, arbiculture works, landscaping projects, round schedules and any additional administrative support within the department.You will be competent in computer skills including all Microsoft Office packages and have experience of records management. Having the ability to self-motive and effectively manage your own workload is also essential.Excellent organisational, written and oral communication skills is vital. You will be educated to English and Maths GCSE Grade C/Level 4 or above or equivalent. (Demonstrable skills and experience will be considered in appropriate cases.)We’re an ambitious, forward-thinking Council with strong values and a culture of doing our absolute best to serve our customers.&nbsp; We are proud of our organisational culture and receive positive feedback from our employees.&nbsp;We have a programme of internal activity to ensure that the voices of our employees are always heard and that they are kept informed on all Council activity and events.&nbsp; &nbsp; From roadshows to an annual award ceremony, from reviewing working arrangements to our Hug in a Mug initiative, it is incredibly important our employees are shown how valued they are and that they remain the beating heart of our workplace.We offer:<ul><li>Enrolment in the career average local government pension scheme.</li><li>A generous annual leave entitlement that increases with service.</li><li>Family-friendly benefits.</li><li>One days’ paid volunteering leave.</li><li>Lifestyle benefits platform.</li><li>Funded health cash plan.</li><li>£10 a month gym membership at one of our four gyms in the district.</li></ul>You will be working with a professional, committed and experienced team who are passionate about supporting us to deliver the objectives as outlined in our Community Plan.For an informal chat or more information, please contact Andrew Kirk, Business Manager Environmental Services via: <a href="mailto:andrew.kirk@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk" target="_blank">andrew.kirk@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk</a>.* Pay Award Pending – from 1 April 2025 is still under negotiationAs an employer we will promote an inclusive working environment to maintain and develop a forward thinking and diverse workforce.Veterans/family of forces/ex-forces, those in care/care leavers, and candidates who declare&nbsp; disabilities (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) will be guaranteed interviews provided they have demonstrated that they meet the essential criteria of the post as detailed in the Person Specifications on their application forms.&nbsp;Closing Date:&nbsp; Friday 18 July 2025Interview:&nbsp;TBC





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Newark & Sherwood District Council

Street Scene Technical Support Officer

Medway Council are seeking a Scheme Support Officer to join the team at level B. This level attracts a salary that is mid-point of the range. You will have related experience and be able to demonstrate applied and developed knowledge, experience and skills to be effective in this role. All elements of level A and B listed within the person specification are essential. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs. The primary purpose of this role is to deliver exceptional management services to residents in Homes for Independent Living Schemes, while providing cover for other schemes and Scheme Support Officers as needed. Scheme Support Officers play a crucial role in enabling residents to live independently, whether or not they have a care package, and in helping them maintain their tenancies.They promote resident’s wellbeing through regular welfare checks (daily or as agreed with the resident) and effectively collaborate with care management, community and nursing staff, the Medway helpline, GPs, and other organisations or stakeholders. Additionally, Scheme Support Officers are responsible for managing and maintaining the schemes, as well as monitoring and reporting on contractor performance.Liaise with stakeholders in a way that promotes the One Medway Council Plan and embeds our values and behaviours. Accountabilities and outcomes: To undertake tenant document reviews to ensure all relevant information is current and reviewed twice yearly (medical/health information, medication, GP, emergency contact details and information held by central control). Undertake routine checks and effectiveness of the call system, telecare devices, and fire alarms – and any other systems that are identified as contributing to the health, safety, and wellbeing of tenants. To undertake Fire, Health and Safety Risk Assessments and ensure all control measure are in place and applied, as to enable fire drills and evacuation procedures in accordance with the relevant risk assessments and procedures. Medway Council Job Profile To carry out needs assessment visits to include person centered risk assessment of all potential tenants to ensure they are suitable and understand the implications of moving into a HFIL sheltered scheme. Develop and maintain effective communication, engaging with residents to avoid social isolation and encourage them to participate in various activities. Proactively identify routine repairs and maintenance issues whilst carrying out daily checks at the schemes to promote a safe and healthy living conditions. To monitor the scheme cleaning, grounds maintenance and contractors carrying out their duties at the HFIL schemes. To ensure records are maintained to meet statutory requirements to support the efficient management and administration of the schemes and the welfare of residents and the provision of performance information. At the discretion of the Head of Service, such other activities as may from time to time be agreed consistent with the nature of the job described above.If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please e-mail Judith Sheerin on judith.<a href="mailto:sheern@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">sheern@medway.gov.uk</a> 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. 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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Medway Council

This is Medway

Scheme Support Officer

Medway Council are seeking a Cleaner at Strood Sports Centre 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. You will be required to deliver a cleaning service at Medway sports centres, to ensure health and safety as well as service and SLA requirements are met.Manage physical resources on site such as cleaning materials and reporting maintenance requirements, reporting of defects as per centre procedures. Provide routine assessment and quality checking on services available to customers and staffTo supervise the cleaning team on site, to supervise the ordering process to replenish cleaning goods working with a small budget. Liaise with stakeholders in a way that promotes the vision and values of the Council. A shift pattern including days, evening and weekends will be offered Accountabilities and outcomes:To ensure that the building is safe and clean at all times for all staff and customers At the discretion of the Head of Service, such other activities as may from time to time be agreed consistent with the nature of the job described above.To work with colleagues to achieve service plan objectives and targets. To understand and actively keep up to date with GDPR responsibilities, including completing regular refresher training. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility: all employees are required to act in such a way that safeguards the health and well-being of children and vulnerable adults.To participate in the Performance Appraisal process and contribute to the identification of own and team development needs utilising the Career Development Framework. To actively promote the Council's Fair Access, Diversity and Inclusion Policy and observe the standard of conduct which prevents discrimination taking place. To ensure full compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, the Council's Health and Safety Policy and all locally agreed safe methods of work. To fully understand and be aware of the commitment to the duty under Section 17 of the Crime and Disorder Act 1998 to prevent crime and disorder. Promote the Medway Carbon Neutral by 2050 commitment; supporting the Council action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency.If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please e-mail Eddie Gray on <a href="mailto:eddie.gray@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">eddie.gray@medway.gov.uk</a> 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. 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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Cleaner

The Medway 16+ Care Leaver Service works to advise, support and befriend young people from the age of 16 who are in care and those young people who have left care (up to the age of 25) with a diverse range of complex needs to enable them to manage the transition into adulthood and independence.The Specialist Housing Advisor will support Personal Advisors and Care Leavers within the 16+ service, who require additional support to address their accommodation and independent living needs, with a focus on those at risk of homelessness and those ready to move onto independent accommodation.The role will require the post holder to provide assistance, advice, encouragement and support to Care Leavers to ensure they actively participate and contribute to their Housing Plans / Pathway Plans to enable them to move successfully into independent living. This role will focus on those Care Leavers at high risk of homelessness, due to inactivity, vulnerability or other factors. The Specialist Housing Advisor will be expected to keep up-to-date with government guidance and regulations in relation to accommodation, as well as all involved processes and resources, to facilitate the delivery of expert advice on all areas of in independent accommodation. 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>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li><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> If you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Debbie Taylor, Service Manager 16+ Care Leavers Service on 01634 337229 or 07773 210505 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 profile Equal 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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Specialist Housing Advisor - 16+ Care Leavers Team

We are looking for an experienced and creative strategic marketing leader to head a team of marketing account managers supporting the delivery of our excellent Social Care, Education and Public Health services in Medway. Central to our vision of enabling people to thrive and realise their potential is improving the health and wellbeing of people who live and work in Medway, and through our focus on prevention, we are addressing the factors that influence health and wellbeing, with a primary focus on reducing health inequalities. Our vital services work to ensure that every child in Medway is safe, happy and healthy with a bright future, provide social care services for around 9,000 adult Medway residents and provide specialist support, advice, programmes and resources to help people in Medway improve their health and well-being.The role will work closely with the leaders of our Children and Adults Directorate to determine marketing and communications priorities and lead the team on the strategic development and delivery of a wide range of marketing campaigns. This role requires a strong balance of creative thinking, passion for data, strategic planning, and hands-on delivery in a highly collaborative and agile environment.If you like being part of a busy marketing and communications team, are passionate about supporting the most vulnerable in our communities to thrive, are great with people and have solid managerial experience to help those in your team meet their potential, we’d love to hear from you. The Communications Team is seeking a Senior Marketing Manager – Children &amp; Adults 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. Interviews will be held 4 &amp; 5 August If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please call Celia Glynn-Williams on 07525 225315 after 7 July. 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. 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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Senior Marketing Manager Children and Adults 

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £25,183 - £25,992 a year Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentThis is an opportunity to be part of a dedicated team that supports licensing functions across the Borough. You’ll be based in an office environment, handling applications, maintaining records, and helping members of the public with a range of licensing enquiries. The role involves working with accuracy and attention to detail, often under pressure, to meet important deadlines. As part of your day-to-day work, you'll use a range of IT systems, including Word, Excel and databases, and you’ll be expected to follow set procedures to ensure everything runs smoothly. You’ll also support inspections of licensed premises when needed, so a flexible and proactive attitude is important.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>You’ve got experience working in an office and feel confident dealing with people, whether that’s over the phone, in writing, or face-to-face. You’re calm under pressure, able to manage competing deadlines, and you take pride in getting the details right. You’ve worked with the public before and know how to be polite, tactful, and professional in every interaction. Ideally, you’ve had some exposure to licensing work or worked within a local authority setting. You understand the importance of accurate records, can manage numbers confidently, and you’re comfortable using common software tools to get the job done. You also bring an awareness of licensing law and equality issues, and if you’ve had any relevant training, that’s even better.This is a public facing role so you’ll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1547317&amp;ptId=11504" target="_blank">download: Licensing Officer L3 0811.new version doc critical.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1552267&amp;ptId=11504" target="_blank">download: Luton Values Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Luton Borough Council

Licensing Officer

About the BoroughIn Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ.&nbsp;Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There’s also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.About the Service and TeamThe Facilities Management Service supports circa 50 corporate Council buildings for all tasks FM related which include FM Helpdesk, caretaking, post and reprographics, cleaning, pest control, security, planned preventative maintenance and reactive repair services.&nbsp; The FM service is made up of a team of 14 staff all responsible for supporting these buildings and services that work within them.&nbsp;&nbsp;About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateWe are looking for a Facilities Manager to join the Facilities Management team. The role has direct responsibilities for 'hard and soft' FM service deliver functions including premises related health, safety and building statutory compliance, the management of an in-house FM Helpdesk, caretaking team and post and reprographics as well as the&nbsp; management of our FM partners covering security, cleaning and&nbsp; planned maintenance and reactive repair services.Under your leadership, teams will deliver excellent results in a modern and agile way, working closely with senior stakeholders, external organisations, partners and members.Our Ideal CandidateIdeally should have a qualification in Leadership Management, IWFM (The Institute of Workplace Facilities Management) with demonstrable skills as a strong facilities property professional with FM experience across different operating models. You’ll also have experience of transforming services and providing strong leadership during times of change. Preferably within the public sector and at senior level, you will have a proven track record in the management of complex FM services and teams.&nbsp;You will possess expert FM knowledge including building and premises statutory compliance and the wider legal implications of FM services, experience of developing robust processes and responding to legislation and regulatory change when required. You will be an excellent communicator both verbal and written, with energy, enthusiasm and an innovative nature with the ability to engage with others in a challenging environment. You will work across the organisation to ensure robust systems and processes are in place, while also being able to facilitate a corporate approach and culture that has buy-in and support from services. If you enjoy working collaboratively, are skilled in partnership working and share our energy, drive and ambition, then we want to hear from you.Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li><li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li><li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year&nbsp;</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Sutton</li><li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li><li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Car parking scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li><li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li><li>Subsidised gym membership</li></ul>Application ProcessPlease apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Additional InformationWe pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.





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Kingston Upon Thames & Sutton Councils

Facilities Manager

Job DescriptionSalary: £25,731 - £27,870 per annum (pro rata at 22.5 hours) – pending 2025/26 pay awardGrade - BFixed Term Contract – 17 months22.5 Hours per WeekThurrock is located between East London and Essex, easily accessible by road, rail and even the Thames. We are a diverse and growing community of families, and Thurrock Council is committed to delivering services that meet their needs.Thurrock Children’s Services is rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted. We offer a close-knit, supportive team culture where your voice and ideas will be valued.Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people? Do you believe in the power of lived experience to shape better services? If so, we want to hear from you.We are looking for an enthusiastic and driven individual to join our Children’s Services Commissioning Team as a Youth Commissioner. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside professionals, children and young people to ensure that the voices of children, young people and families are central to how services are designed, delivered and improved.As Youth Commissioner, you will:<ul> <li>Work with children, young people and families to gather their views and experiences.</li> <li>Collaborate with commissioning and operational teams to co-produce services that meet real needs.</li> <li>Support young people to be involved in service design, procurement and monitoring.</li> <li>Help translate feedback into meaningful service improvements.</li></ul>The Children’s Commissioning Team oversee all purchased services from the needs analysis that shapes them, through service design and advertisement of tender opportunities, implementation,&nbsp;and ongoing monitoring of the effectiveness of these services. We cover over 30 different areas including:<ul> <li>Foster Care and Residential placements for looked after children</li> <li>Supported Accommodation</li> <li>SEND residential schools</li> <li>Mental Health Services</li> <li>Domestic Abuse &amp; Sexual Violence and Abuse services</li> <li>Advocacy</li> <li>Adoption Support</li> <li>Home Tuition</li> <li>Respite for disabled children</li> <li>Speech and Language support</li> <li>Autism support</li> <li>Young Carers</li></ul>Our range of work continues to expand as we identify new opportunities to improve effectiveness and value for money of the services we buy.Key Skills and Experience Required:<ul> <li>Strong desire to make a positive impact for children and young people&nbsp;</li> <li>Excellent listening and communication skills&nbsp;</li> <li>Ability to express and present the views of others clearly and with confidence</li> <li>Creative thinking and confidence to propose new ideas&nbsp;</li> <li>Ability to work collaboratively with teams and external partners&nbsp;</li> <li>Interest in issues affecting children in social care and those with SEND&nbsp;</li> <li>Able to manage your own workload and meet deadlines&nbsp;</li> <li>Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint&nbsp;</li> <li>Commitment to equality, diversity, and safeguarding&nbsp;</li></ul>We are keen to hear from applicants who have lived experience of the children’s social care system or the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system, including care leavers, those with experience of child protection or youth offending services, or those who have accessed SEND support.What We Offer<ul> <li>Excellent remuneration package&nbsp;</li> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement – 25 days rising to 30 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time)</li> <li>Career average pension scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Salary sacrifice schemes (e.g. cycle to work)&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible working to support work-life balance&nbsp;</li> <li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave&nbsp;</li> <li>24-hour health advice and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Excellent training and CPD opportunities&nbsp;</li> <li>Funded DBS&nbsp;</li> <li>Mileage reimbursement at 45p per mile&nbsp;</li></ul>A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at a basic level is required for this role.Advert Closing Date:<ul> <li>Redeployment Only: 03/07/2025</li> <li>Internal &amp; External: 20/07/2025</li></ul>Interview Date: to be confirmedUnless a valid reason for an alternative arrangement is provided, all interviews will be conducted in person.For further information please contact:Mark Livermore (Lead Commissioner - SEND)&nbsp;<a href="mailto:mlivermore@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">mlivermore@thurrock.gov.uk</a>To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EbOEjTkS5C9KgJPL5mg7SGIB5td680JNL5A_95Ioz9fxaA?e=mLg6mB" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a>About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Job DescriptionDirectorate: Adults &amp; Health&nbsp; &nbsp;Job Title: Wellbeing Worker (3 posts)Location: Chadwell &amp; TilburySalary: £28,344 - £31,719 per annum pro rata to hours workedGrade: C&nbsp;Permanent Contract2 x 23 Hours Per Week rota covering earlies, lates, weekends and Bank Holidays1 x 16 Hours Per Week rota covering earlies, lates, weekends and Bank HolidaysAn exciting opportunity has arisen within Caring for Thurrock, Wellbeing Team.Wellbeing Teams provide personal care and other support to enable people to live well at home and be part of their community.We challenge the loneliness, boredom and helplessness that many older people experience, and support people to feel connected, to contribute, be active and have purpose, their own way. Wellbeing Workers use their head, heart and hands to support people and bring our values to life.Our values are:&nbsp;Compassion, Responsibility, Collaboration, Curiosity, Creativity and Flourishing.What are we looking for in you?Warm, friendly, reliable, full of energy, a great listener, flexible, a good problem-solver, helpful, honest, trustworthy, someone with a ‘can-do’ attitude, confident, self-motivated, caring, generous and kind.<ul> <li>You are a people person, you love getting to know other people, spending time with people and working as part of a team. You would describe your family, friends and neighbours as very important in your life.</li> <li>You enjoy knowing your local neighbourhood and being connected to what is happening locally – whether that is as a member of local groups, or just being in touch with your neighbours.</li> <li>You love to know that you are making a difference in people’s lives, and making a positive difference in the world, however small this may be.</li> <li>You love having a go, trying something new, are up for learning new technology, and having variety in your life and work.</li> <li>You are not one for standing still or being bored. You love being on the go. You have lots of interests and hobbies (when you have the time!).</li> <li>You would hate to do exactly the same job in the same way every day and love variety and you are a bit of a risk taker.</li> <li>You are happiest working in a supportive and connected team making decisions together and trying new ideas.</li> <li>You are willing to undertake personal care for those people who are unable to do it for themselves</li> <li>You can support people with their medication requirements.</li></ul>We welcome people who have never done care work before – we will provide you with all of the training and support you need. If you have not done care work before, you might want to look at this to check whether it is for you <a href="http://www.aquestionofcare.org.uk/instructions-page" target="_blank">http://www.aquestionofcare.org.uk/instructions-page</a>&nbsp;If you have done care work before – we will provide you with all the training and support you need to work differently, as the Wellbeing Workers role is not the same as traditional care.The successful candidate will need to have a professional attitude at all times and have knowledge around the understanding of Dementia, Challenging behaviours and Manual Handling – training also provided.A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required at Enhanced plus Adults barred list level.For an informal discussion about the post, please contact <a href="mailto:karthurton@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">karthurton@thurrock.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;Closing date for redeployment: 10th July 2025Closing Date for Internal &amp; External: 20th July 2025To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EVIexTeFIU1HgexuDycMe0YBY5ug3J2Ja9aBB7R4ql4LqA?e=NCluMX" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> &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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Wellbeing Worker

Job Description Early Years Support Worker Apprentice (NVQ Level 3) Salary: National Minimum Wage for Age 21-month Fixed-Term Contract&nbsp; 37 Hours per Week (Including one Saturday and some evening work)&nbsp; Are you up for a challenge and interested in the future development of children and Families in Thurrock? &nbsp; The Disabled Children Short Breaks and Outreach Service. (SEND) support families and young people who live in Thurrock. We are looking to recruit enthusiastic person with a mature approach to join our team as an Early Years Support Worker.&nbsp;&nbsp; The role will include supervised work with children living in the local community, sessions will be daytime, evening and a Saturday session.&nbsp;&nbsp; You will be required to study towards and achieve a full Apprenticeship in NVQ Early Years Level 3.&nbsp; The Early Years Apprentice Level 3 requires you to achieve;&nbsp; <ul> <li>Level 2 functional skills qualification in both Maths and English if not already held (e.g. GCSE grade A to C or 4-9)&nbsp;</li> </ul> Apprenticeship study will be undertaken within normal working hours. Time will be allocated to attend training and complete assignments, workbooks, online training etc. as required by the qualification.&nbsp; As a Thurrock Council Apprentice you’ll have access to a host of additional benefits, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Free NUS Apprentice Extra discount card&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Membership of the Apprentice Forum Group with monthly gatherings&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Apprentice only personal development events throughout the year&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>25 days annual leave&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Health and Well-being Programme&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Specially negotiated retailer discounts&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Employee Assistance Programme – free confidential advice to help you with your work-life balance&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Access to additional training&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> </ul> We pay apprentices the national minimum wage for your age.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ages Under 18&nbsp; - £7.55 per hour Ages 18 to 20 - £10.00&nbsp;per hour Ages 21 and over – 12.21 per hour &nbsp; DBS at Enhanced Level with Children's Barred List is required for this role.&nbsp;&nbsp; Advert Closing Date:&nbsp; Redeployment Only: 10th July 2025 Internal &amp; External: 27th July 2025 Interview Date: To Be Confirmed To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EbYJhEak98BAv_rUN5fDdUYBIGSbsjK228dGmi2-22WXTg?e=Jrtifn" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> Application Requirements&nbsp; As part of the Safer Recruitment process, Gap Management is required for all Safeguarding roles. Please complete the Gaps in Employment grid provided (refer to the example document for guidance) and upload it under Miscellaneous Documents as part of your application.&nbsp;&nbsp; If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications. &nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EXtYMXeGlbVPjAoxHwfnCuIB6KNWFCXe3i6bJI6MRBQZ-Q?e=dGt2M1" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Form</a> <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Ecz7hL-hyYFGvVpdkZ55ozkBS_giEjpigg97yi5KrF2SVw?e=vKePlG" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Example&nbsp;</a> About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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