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Job Title: Duty Community Care Officer Starting Salary: £30,559 progressing to £33,366 per annum – pay award pending Hours: 37 Location: Hemel Hempstead Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Adult Care Services<h4>About the team</h4>Join our dynamic, high performing &amp; friendly team at the forefront of Adult Social Care in Hertfordshire, where your passion and dedication can make a real difference through prevention, early intervention, and enablement.We are looking for a Duty Community Care Officer to join our busy Assessment Teams at Gateway South and West, in the Connected Lives Gateway Service.<h4>About the role</h4>As a Duty Community Care Officer, you will support the Team Managers with tasks related to people referred into the service.&nbsp; This will be ensuring good communication with people &amp; their families, their referrers and&nbsp; &nbsp;other partners involved with the person.You will follow up on planned interventions from staff after assessments and the cease of their involvement, such as progress chasing the delivery of specialist equipment and ensuring the equipment is installed and meeting their desired outcomes.You will hold strength-based conversations with adults or carers to understand their desired outcomes and explain how these can be met through the preventative and reablement pathway.This &nbsp;&nbsp;post includes &nbsp;a high proportion of &nbsp;telephone contact with adults and carers referred to the team, seeking consent and establishing their views and reasons for referrals, to help the triage of the Team Managers in &nbsp;planning proportionate responses, ensuring &nbsp;the safety and well-being of &nbsp;the adult or their carers based on reasons for our involvement, nature, risk and complexity of their needs or those of their carers.You will have knowledge of local resources, services and facilities and provide information, advice and signposting to prevent, delay or reduce care and support needs of adult or support needs of carers.You will resolve individuals' needs through a range of creative interventions and connect them with wider social networks and community resources to meet some of their desired outcomes immediately or organize personalized solutions by collaborating with various partners.Although you will be largely office based at Apsley, you may be asked to travel as part of the role to residents’ homes providing information, advice and support to prevent, reduce and delay their needs for care and support.Specialist training will be provided to assess functional abilities and utilise assisted technology and equipment-based solutions.This is a&nbsp;fast-paced team with clear solution focused short term involvements with a Reablement First focus.<h4>About you</h4>Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Full UK Driving Licence</li><li>Previous experience in a Social Care setting</li><li>Strong communication and negotiation skills</li><li>Strong telephone skills</li><li>A good standard of recording and ability to summarise findings</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC8 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Boban Jose on <a href="mailto:boban.jose1@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">boban.jose1@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> or 07458 049353 for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 15 August 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Hertfordshire County Council

Duty Community Care Officer

We are looking for an experienced surveyor with a keen eye for diagnosing complex repairs and has a strong understanding of disrepair claims and housing regulations.You will play a key role in ensuring effective repairs to disrepair claims across the borough. You will review expert reports, assess disrepair letters of claim, conduct pre-work surveys, and create job specifications for works carried out by our operatives and contractors.In addition, you will support the team in expert Disrepair Surveyor services, along with:Conducting inspections of council properties to diagnose and progress repair solutions.Inspecting and managing disrepair claimsDeveloping specifications for complex repairs.Liaising with contractors and overseeing pre/post work inspections and monitoring the delivery of repairs.Assisting in identifying structural issues and contributing to reports.Acting as an expert witness in legal cases involving disrepair claims.To be competent in this role it is essential that you have a degree or higher qualification in a building discipline along with extensive experience managing disrepair cases and responsive maintenance repairs.In addition, you will need to have full UK driving licence and be physically fit to conduct inspections, including accessing ladders and scaffolding.For an informal discussion about the role please contact Paul Ingram on 01233 330428Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/1imntje5/7100a-disrepair-surveyor-may-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description</a>When applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community<ul></ul>

Ashford Borough Council

Disrepair Surveyor

We are looking for an all-rounder to join our Housing team to carry out general domestic repairs and home improvements for our tenants. You will also carry out a range of works to the communal areas of the general need&amp;©s flats both internal and externally along with managing records, and appointments.This is a safety-critical, community-facing role, ideal for a proactive and personable individual who takes pride in their work and is committed to maintaining clean, safe, and welcoming environments for all residents.It is essential that you have proven experience in domestic repairs (basic carpentry, plumbing, etc.) and gardening tasks (mowing, hedge trimming, weeding), and have the ability to work independently, plan workloads, and maintain detailed records.In addition, you will need to have a clean UK driving licenceFor an informal discussion about the role please contact James Laidlaw on 01233 330346Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/qudfyyld/7107a-7115a-general-needs-maintenance-operative-voids-june-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description</a>When applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community<ul></ul>

General Needs Maintenance Operative

Are you looking for a career where you can grow your skills, gain a nationally recognised qualification, and help protect public health and wellbeing? Then this Regulatory Compliance Apprenticeship could be your perfect starting point.For these posts we are looking for one apprentice to join our Environmental Protection team and one to join our Private Sector Housing teamWe are looking for enthusiastic, curious, and committed individuals to join our Environmental Health team. This is a unique opportunity to get involved in everything from inspecting properties and monitoring health and safety, to helping businesses comply with legislation and investigating complaints from residents.As part of your apprenticeship, you&amp;©ll receive full training to support the delivery of our environmental health services, including:Responding to complaints and service requests from residents and businessesVisiting homes and premises to assess conditions and gather evidence Inspecting properties, identifying risks, and helping to ensure legal complianceAssisting in writing clear, evidence-based reports and case notesLiaising with internal teams and external partners to resolve issues Supporting enforcement actions and advising businesses on good practiceKeeping records up-to-date using our digital systemsGetting involved in projects, policy development, and emergency planning workIt is essential that you have a genuine interest in health, safety, housing, or environmental standards and a positive attitude and a proactive, problem-solving mindset, along with having:Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a teamGood IT and organisational skillsYou will need to have a full UK driving licence and access to a car and a willingness to work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends. Also you will need to be physical able to carry out site visits (e.g., lifting covers, using ladders)It is essential that you are committed to personal development as you will be required to study for Regulatory Compliance Officer apprenticeship which is a nationally recognised Level 4 apprenticeship. You will have mentoring and support from experienced professionalsFor an informal discussion about the role please contact Trevor Ford on 01233 330 or Gary Clarke on 01233 330Click to view <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/t5naaglk/7109a-regulatory-compliance-apprentice-environmental-health-may-2025.docx" target="_blank">Job Description</a>When Applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and develoment.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community<ul></ul>

Regulatory Compliance Apprentice - Environmental Health

We are looking for an officer who is passionate about community wellbeing, tenant engagement, and delivering exceptional housing services.In this role you will be responsible for managing a designated patch and delivering a broad range of services$ûfrom income management and rent arrears recovery to tackling anti-social behaviour and promoting community cohesion. You will be at the heart of our neighbourhoods, building strong relationships with tenants, residents, and partner agencies while ensuring tenancies are effectively managed.You will be managing rent accounts and helping tenants sustain their tenancies along with:Identifying and addressing anti-social behaviour, liaising with the Police, social services, and other partners.Conducting estate inspections, welfare visits, and property checks to uphold housing standards.Taking enforcement action where necessary, including preparing legal notices and attending court.Encouraging tenant participation and community engagement to build inclusive, resilient neighbourhoods.Supporting void management, letting processes, and coordinating with lettings and repairs teams.To be competent in this role it is essential tha you have a solid understanding of housing legislation, anti-social behaviour policy, and community support networks, as well as:Proven experience in housing or tenancy management, income recovery, or neighbourhood services.Having strong communication and relationship-building skills with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.Having the ability to work independently, prioritising effectively, and handling sensitive issues with diplomacy.For an informal discussion about the role please contact Oliver Samways, Income and Arrears Manager, on 01233 330375Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/qyyirvc4/7104a-neighbourhood-housing-officer-june-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description</a>To apply - If you are an employee of Ashford Borough Council and wish to apply then please log into iTrent self service via the link in the self-service section of the smarthub Click on current vacancies on the home pageWhen applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community





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Neighbourhood Housing Officer

Are you passionate about preserving and protecting our natural environment?We are looking for someone who has experience of tree works and basic chainsaw /groundwork and who thrives outdoors.You will be responsible for cultivating and managing trees, hedgerows, and shrubs across our borough—whether in urban neighbourhoods or serene countryside spots. Your day-to-day work will include planting, pruning, felling, and preserving trees. From operating heavy machinery to assisting with inspections, you will be essential to delivering a safe, effective, and environmentally conscious tree service, along with:Carrying out all aspects of tree work, including felling, planting, pruning, and preservationOperating chainsaws, chippers, and other specialist equipmentContributing to the ongoing care, maintenance, and assessment of the borough’s tree stockSupporting our arboricultural service plan you will play an active role in helping to identifying emerging risks or damage caused by trees and provide advice on tree-related issues to protect public safety and property.To be competent in this role it is essential that you have Chainsaw Certificates: CS30/31, CS38 &amp; CS39 and demonstratable hands-on experience with tree work and ground maintenance equipment.You will be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team committed to sustainable land management and public safety. We provide training opportunities, robust health and safety support, and the chance to make a visible impact in your local community.For an informal discussion about the role please contact Jamie Hendy, Arboricultural Manager, on 01233 330293Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/1mrp5pa0/7101a-arborist-june-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description </a>To Apply: Internal applicants – please apply by logging into self service and click on `current vacancies`Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community<ul></ul>

Arborist

If you are looking to develop your skills or start your career in the housing sector and are customer focussed then this role is for you!We are looking for an individual who likes dealing with a wide variety of people to strengthen the administrative side of our repairs and maintenance team. You will play a pivotal role in supporting the team by handling routine administrative tasks and providing excellent customer service.Our Repairs and maintenance team provide refurbishment and improvements to the councils housing stock in the borough.We will support you in developing your skills so that you can take ownership and responsibility in processing invoices and performing clerical duties such as filing, data entry, and managing correspondence related to repair and maintenance activities.With an understanding for the importance of delivering quality services and, working as part of a team, you will excel in this role if you have had previous administrative experience within a customer service-based environment and that you have worked in a finance related role, along with having:Good understanding of clerical and administrative functions.Familiarisation with GDPR regulations.Digitally adept and able to embrace new technology.Excellent and organisational skills.Processing of contractor variation orders and contractor invoicesFor an informal discussion about this role please call Debbie Phillips on 01233 330596.Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/000pdaqz/6985b-repairs-assistant-june-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description </a>When Applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>We Offer - Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community<ul></ul>

Repairs Assistant

Job Title: Supported Living Manager Starting Salary: £46,731 progressing to £51,802 per annum – pay award pending Hours: 37 Location: Letchworth and Stevenage Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Adult Care Services<h4>About the team</h4>The people who live at Orchard House and Stevenage Group Homes Supported Living have full and varied lives but also need day to day support as they have learning, or other, disabilities. We support and empower up to 27 people across three sites, to live as independently as possible.We are currently looking to offer this opportunity to a person who has some managerial experience and wants to further their career.&nbsp; The manager oversees the operational management of these services and collaboratively better the lives of the people we support. As the service manager, you will be accountable for ensuring safe and effective delivery of the service and will be responsible for meeting required standards of staffing, in accordance with the Health &amp; Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014.<h4>About the role</h4><ul><li>To manage support for adults with learning disabilities whilst taking responsibility for all practice and ongoing support planning, ensuring all staff are aware of and meet the requirements of the Care Quality Commission</li><li>Lead effective communication and liaison with Social Work Teams, Community Learning Disability Teams (CLDT), Health Professionals, Housing Association, other service managers, and transition teams working with young adults.</li><li>Developing and empowering staff to support adults with learning disabilities of which, some will have other needs, such as physical disabilities and some with other complex needs.</li><li>You will monitor staff performance, provide support, recognise talent, and implement appropriate individual career and development plans.</li><li>Responsible for advising on and developing policies, procedures, and operational systems to reflect the aims and objectives of the service.</li><li>Responsible for personnel and employee relations, including grievances, ill health, and disciplinary procedures. Responsibility for the recruitment and induction of all staff in line with the General Social Work Council Code of Practice and Care Standards Act 2000.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>RQF (Formerly QCF) Level 4 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.</li><li>Full driving license</li><li>Managerial experience in a social care setting</li><li>Experience of working within regulatory body frameworks ie CQC or PAMMS</li><li>Experience working with adults with disabilities</li><li>Experience with grievances, ill health, and disciplinary procedures</li><li>Experience with Recruitment</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC12 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Rebecca Wells, Group Manager on 07812 324177&nbsp;for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 3 August 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Supported Living Manager

We are looking for experienced and highly motivated Occupational Therapists to join our OT Team in Adult Social Care team at Medway Council. If you are passionate about promoting independence, building resilience, and helping individuals connect with their communities, activities, and opportunities that matter most to them, we would love to hear from you.Please note there is no closing date for this advert. Applications meeting the criteria will be offered interviews shortly after the completion of their applications. In return we will 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></ul>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role. You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.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.If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.





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Medway Council

This is Medway

Occupational Therapist 

We have an exciting opportunity to join the Principal Social Work Team on a 10 month fixed term contract (commencing in October 2025). As part of a team of 7 Practice Development Leads, you will work alongside the Practice Development Service Manager and the Principal Social Worker to deliver a wide range of services that embed quality and reflective practice into the everyday lives of the children, families, and communities we serve. The Practice Development Service is responsible for:<ol><li>Quality Assurance activities which drive high standards across the service</li><li>Supporting and mentoring students and practice educators</li><li>Co-ordinating and delivering 75% of our learning and development opportunities in-house</li><li>Leading Signs of Safety practice development and training</li><li>Overseeing NQSW recruitment and support</li><li>Elevating the voices of children, young people, and families through our participation strategy</li><li>Playing a key role in workforce recruitment and retention</li><li>Providing 1:1 and team-based support for practice development, as well as promoting staff care and wellbeing</li></ol>Your Contribution Each Practice Development Lead is responsible for a specific area of practice, facilitating training, offering 1:1 support, conducting quality assurance, and serving as a key link for service improvement and development. This role allows you to help shape and sustain a culture of continuous learning, development, and excellence. The lead practice area for this role is Mosaic.About you<ul><li>You will hold a degree in Social Work - CQSW, DipSW or equivalent and be registered with Social Work England </li><li>You will have demonstrable experience in relationship and strengths-based practice, working collaboratively with children, young people and families</li><li>A strong working knowledge of Mosaic is essential</li><li>You will have experience in quality assurance (ie. audits)</li><li>Experience supporting the learning of others (PEPs) and facilitating training are desirable</li></ul>For an informal conversation, contact Lori Goossen, Principal Social Worker via email on <a href="mailto:lori.goossen@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">lori.goossen@medway.gov.uk</a>. Interview date: 12th August 2025 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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