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Are you excited about applying psychology to meet the needs of vulnerable children and young people?Does the sound of joining a supportive and friendly team that provides excellent opportunities for career and professional development appeal to you?If yes, then we encourage you to apply to our Educational Psychologist roles.Our Educational Psychology Service is seeking highly motivated and skilled Educational Psychologists to join the team and play a key role in delivering high quality services to children, young people and families across Southwark.Positions Available:We have both permanent and fixed-term positions available. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work full-time, part-time and explore flexible working arrangements.We invite applications from fully qualified Educational Psychologists as well as Trainee Educational Psychologists who are expected to complete their training in 2026 or 2027.About the Role: Southwark’s Educational Psychology Service is committed to improving life chances. If appointed you will deliver evidence-informed, high quality psychological services to children, young people and families.You will work closely with schools, early years and further education settings, to ensure that interventions are delivered to high standards for maximum impact. You will share our commitment to integrated working and constant innovation.About the Team:You will be joining a supportive and friendly team that provides excellent opportunities for career and professional development. The team has strong links to a number of doctoral training courses and is engaged in dynamic and innovative practice at organisational, group and individual levels, including joint working with the Virtual School, opportunities to train in VIG, SCERTS, PATHs, emotion coaching and dynamic assessment, a parent consultation service and delivery of ELSA training.About You:We are looking for enthusiastic and collaborative educational psychologists with a background in applying psychology to meet the needs of vulnerable children and young people. This will have equipped you with strong skills in psychological consultation, assessment, intervention, research, team working and the delivery of training.Good communication skills, knowledge of appropriate legislation, guidance and policies and the ability to balance an unpredictable workload will be essential. Southwark is renowned for its cultural, ethnic and linguistic diversity and applicants are required to demonstrate competence in working within a diverse context.About Southwark:Southwark is a large, ambitious and progressive council with a ‘can do’ attitude and enviable reputation. We are committed to our ‘Fairer Futures for All’ promise which ensures that our residents and businesses are central to everything we do. If you want to make a difference at a local level, apply to Southwark Council today.Southwark is a great place to live and work. Diverse and vibrant, it is home to The Shard, Tate Modern, Borough Market, Dulwich Picture Gallery and Tower Bridge, with excellent transport links including London Bridge and projects such as the redevelopment of Elephant and Castle delivering new homes, parks and leisure facilities.Contact Details:For an informal discussion about these positions, please feel free to contact one of our Senior Educational Psychologists, Colleen Melck, Marsha Douglas or Millie Owen, via email at <a href="mailto:sen-educationalpsychologist&amp;eho@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">sen-educationalpsychologist&amp;eho@southwark.gov.uk</a>Additional Information:<ul><li>We currently have permanent and fixed term posts available.</li><li>Both full and part-time opportunities are on offer to the successful candidates.</li><li>Soulbury Salary Scale A (scale point range is under review and all new starters will be offered scp5) plus up to 3 SPA points and Inner London Allowance.</li><li>Salary range; £50,627 - £61,848 per annum.</li></ul>Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/</a>Recruitment Timeline:<ul><li>Advert close date: 11:59pm on Tuesday 15th July 2025</li><li>Shortlisting date/s: Wednesday 16th July 2025</li><li>Interview date/s: Wednesday 17th September 2025</li></ul>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. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together initiative</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>#LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2499269&amp;ptId=104564" target="_blank">Job Description &amp; Person Specification - Educational Psychologist</a></li></ul>





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Educational Psychologist

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>At Southwark Council, we don’t just talk about impact… we deliver it! As our new Health &amp; Safety (H&amp;S) Advisor, you’ll join a forward-thinking, collaborative team that places innovation and community safety at the heart of everything we do. Southwark is a borough that thrives on diversity, confidence, and ambition. With over 120 languages spoken and a young, multi-cultural population, we are committed to delivering a fairer future for all. Here’s why this role stands out: <ul><li>Real Influence: You’ll work across high-profile services in Environment, Sustainability and Leisure, driving habitual change and embedding best-in-class health and safety practices across the council.</li><li>Modern Leadership: Work in a supportive team that values professional H&amp;S development, embraces flexible ways of working and believes in pragmatic solutions.</li><li>Big-Picture Impact: Help shape H&amp;S policies and systems that protect thousands of employees and residents across one of London’s most iconic boroughs.</li></ul><h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4>Your Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Act as a key advisor across departments, ensuring compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and council policies.</li><li>Develop, review and implement health &amp; safety procedures, ensuring they’re practical, up-to-date, and legally sound.</li><li>Lead on internal audits, incident investigations and data analysis, providing clear, actionable reports to senior leaders.</li><li>Keep intranet and health &amp; safety platforms current and accessible.</li><li>Support delivery of training (workshops, toolbox talks, e-learning), building a stronger safety culture at all levels.</li><li>Facilitate departmental H&amp;S committees and working groups, offering expert guidance and challenge where needed.</li><li>Provide risk assessment support (including DSE, manual handling, lone working and more).</li><li>Oversee health &amp; safety contract admin (e.g. safety devices, systems access).</li><li>Monitor, investigate and escalate non-compliance, recommending tailored solutions.</li></ul><h4>What We're Looking For</h4>What you’ll bring to the table: <ul><li>NEBOSH General certificate or working towards the NEBOSH Diploma.</li><li>Technical member of IOSH (TechIOSH) working towards certified status.</li><li>Proven support experience working in a complex, multi-site setting, ideally public sector or blue-chip facility environments.</li><li>Confidence conducting audits, inspections, and investigations, with a track record of clear reporting and influence.</li><li>Strong data analysis and reporting skills, able to spot patterns and present compelling evidence to drive change.</li><li>Skilled trainer and communicator, adaptable across all levels.</li><li>Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Health &amp; Safety databases.</li><li>Has an interest in the latest H&amp;S advancements using Technology such as Personal Safety Devices.</li><li>Collaborative, solutions-focused and committed to advocating a H&amp;S mindset across the council.</li><li>Able to manage programmes and projects, making sure every milestone is hit and every challenge tackled.</li><li>You’ll enjoy a hybrid working pattern, combining the comfort of home working with 3 days working from various sites across the borough.</li><li>We are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship for this role.</li></ul><h4>Additional Information</h4>About SouthwarkSouthwark Council is the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with many social enterprises and we have a young, diverse, and growing population.At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities.Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. Benefits and more information<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Working for Southwark Council – Southwark </a>Salary Range: £41,580 - £47,628 Application Closing Date: 11.59pm on 31st of July 2025Interview Date: The 13th of August 2025 Application ProcessIf you are interested in applying for this role, please complete the application forms detailing your suitability for the role. The Job Description and Person Specification can also be found at the bottom of this page under attachments. We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian, and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed Interview SchemeAs part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria: <ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care.</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition. #LI-PC1</li></ul>Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2522321&amp;ptId=105130" target="_blank">JD H&amp;S Advisor 2024 NEW v1.docx</a></li></ul>





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Health & Safety Advisor - Environment, Sustainability & Leisure

<h4>The role</h4>As a Homeownership Litigation Assistant, you'll play a key role in supporting legal action for the recovery of service charges, garage rents, mortgage arrears, and other council debts. You will assist Litigation Officers in preparing documentation and evidence for use in court and tribunal proceedings, ensuring cases are managed efficiently, professionally, and in line with tight deadlines.You’ll support in drafting and preparing court and tribunal applications, compiling legal bundles, collecting evidence, and helping to prepare the Council’s case for the First-Tier Tribunal (FTT). You'll also assist with administrative tasks such as working with reports, maintaining accurate case records, responding to enquiries, and supporting wider team projects.In addition, you’ll take ownership of a personal caseload of non-defended claims, issuing proceedings, preparing legal documents, and securing payments after judgment. Your role will involve regular contact with courts, legal professionals, residents, and internal teams, giving you valuable exposure to housing litigation and real-time legal processes.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Support the recovery of service charges, garage rents, and other housing-related debts through legal action.</li><li>Assist Litigation Officers in preparing cases for court and tribunals, including gathering evidence and compiling legal bundles.</li><li>Manage a personal caseload of non-defended claims, issuing proceedings and securing payment post-judgement.</li><li>Draft and deliver legal documents, ensuring compliance with strict court and tribunal deadlines.</li><li>Respond to enquiries from customers and internal teams, providing clear and accurate case updates.</li><li>Attend court hearings to observe proceedings and act as a note taker, gaining valuable hands-on legal experience.</li></ul>How will you make an impact as our Homeownership Litigation Assistant?You’ll bring the right blend of legal understanding, attention to detail, and practical experience to help us deliver a high-quality, compliant service. To thrive in this role, you’ll need:<ul><li>Experience in litigation, leasehold management, or income recovery, ideally within a housing or local authority setting.</li><li>Ability in handling County Court and Tribunal procedures, including MCOL, with an understanding of evidentiary rules.</li><li>Experience preparing court bundles, witness statements, and legal documentation to a high professional standard.</li><li>Strong knowledge of leasehold and freehold tenures, service charge construction, and related legislation or case law.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple case files and deadlines, particularly in non-defended matters, with strong attention to detail.</li><li>Clear and confident communicator, able to explain legal processes to colleagues and residents alike.</li><li>Proficiency using Word, Excel, document management and service charge systems in a fast-paced office environment.</li><li>A proactive approach to customer service, ensuring enquiries are dealt with professionally and in line with council policy.</li></ul>This is a valuable opportunity to develop hands-on legal experience in a homeownership context within local government. Your contribution will directly support fair, transparent outcomes and make a meaningful difference to our residents.<h4>Additional information</h4>Full time, 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday. This role offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement, with 2 days working from home and 3 days based at our London Bridge office.Employee benefits:You’ll join a motivated, driven, and supportive team that values each of its members and strives for excellence. You’ll also be part of a successful, high-achieving service making a real difference to the lives of residents across the borough. In return for all your hard work, skills and experience, you will receive:<ul><li>A competitive base salary (pro rata for part time staff)</li><li>Strong supportive senior management team</li><li>Regular one to one supervision</li><li>Professional development &amp; training opportunities</li><li>Clear career development pathways</li><li>Agile and flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li><li>Season ticket and cycle loans</li><li>Annual Leave starting at 27 days per year, increasing to 35 (with length of service) (pro rata for part time staff)</li><li>Wellbeing programme</li><li>HSF Health plan and eye care scheme</li><li>EAP employee assistance programme, confidential counselling and support</li><li>Social clubs and staff groups</li></ul>Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition.</li></ul><h4>Why Southwark?</h4>Southwark Council is the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with conservation areas, historic buildings, social enterprises and a young, diverse, and growing population.At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals, and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark 2030 and Southwark Stands Together, underpins all that we do.<h4>Recruitment timetable</h4>Closing date: Friday 11July 2025 at 23:59**We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, in which case we will move the key dates for the process. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.Interview date: Thursday 24July 2025We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.#LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2525477&amp;ptId=105081" target="_blank">Click here to view the Job Description and Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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Homeownership Litigation Assistant

<h4>The Role</h4>Protecting the community and safeguarding legitimate business by undertaking enforcement and compliance work using trading standards and related regulatory legislation.The team forms part of the Council's Regulatory services division which is based at our corporate headquarters just a few minutes walk from London Bridge Station.Regulatory Services encompasses a wide range of public protection and environmental health functions, all working to deliver the goals in Southwark's 2030 strategy. This sets out the shared vision that together we will build a fair, green and safe Southwark where everyone can live a good life as part of a strong community.Trading Standards priorities include doorstep crime and fair trading issues, age restricted sales, the illegal economy in illicit, fake or unsafe goods, and rogue landlords and letting agents.About You:As a senior member of the team you will lead on enforcement and compliance activities in one or more specialist areas, such as product safety and age restricted sales. Experience of criminal investigations and prosecution work in an intelligence led environment is vital along with an appreciation of financial investigations under proceeds of crime legislation.You must have a comprehensive knowledge of the technical and legal aspects of the role and the ability to manage a complex caseload. You will hold a qualification relevant to trading standards or investigative work.Strong communication skills are important as you will be expected to represent the Council in a variety of forums. You should also be experienced in partnership working with other regulatory professionals and partners to deliver an effective service.You will have the skills needed to undertake a supervisory role and tasks related to the professional development of other colleagues.About Southwark: We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse and growing population. At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.<h4>Additional details</h4>Benefits and more information:Flexible working options and an essential car user allowance are available. DBS checks will be required.In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Staff Benefits</a> page.<h4>Recruitment Timetable</h4>Advert closes: 13 July 2025Shortlisting: 16 July 2025Interviews: 5 August 2025Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans • Are currently in care, or have previously been in care • If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health conditionWe are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2527072&amp;ptId=105120" target="_blank">Click to view the Job description and Person specification</a></li></ul>





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Principal Enforcement Officer (Trading Standards)

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>At Southwark Council, we’re on a mission to deliver inclusive growth and meaningful employment opportunities through innovation, partnership, and purpose. As our new Project Officer in the Local Economy team, you’ll help shape the future of our borough by ensuring our new supported employment programme hits the highest standards, and stays there. This isn’t just another support role, this is about empowering lives, influencing a fairer economy, and being part of an ambitious team delivering industry-leading models like Individual Placement and Support (IPS) and the Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF). This role is being offered on a 2-year fixed term basis.Why this role is unmissable? <ul><li>You’ll champion high-fidelity, evidence-led employment support across Southwark.</li><li>You’ll influence change through collaboration with clinical teams and local partners.</li><li>You’ll set standards across strategic projects that are shaping our borough’s future economy.</li></ul><h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4><ul><li>Lead fidelity reviews across the Connect to Work employment programme, using IPS and SEQF, and drive continuous improvement.</li><li>Provide coaching and development to employment teams to strengthen practice.</li><li>Support effective working relationships with clinical and delivery partners to ensure a joined-up approach.</li><li>Support wider local economy projects – including quality assurance, research, governance, commissioning, and performance planning.</li><li>Deliver defined workstreams and project products on time, to scope and quality.</li><li>Conduct research and analysis and produce clear, engaging reports and presentations.</li><li>Represent the team in meetings and working groups, driving forward shared objectives.</li><li>Contribute to wider economic growth programmes across the Planning &amp; Growth division.</li></ul><h4>What We're Looking For</h4><ul><li>Experience in service improvement, quality assurance, or programme evaluation.</li><li>Analytical mindset – confident working with data, reports, and stakeholders.</li><li>A solid grasp of one or more of the following: governance, compliance, business planning, commissioning, or performance monitoring.</li><li>Good working knowledge of public sector issues, local government reform, and the dynamics of partnership work.</li><li>Proven ability to deliver projects in complex organisations and manage competing priorities.</li><li>Skilled in preparing professional reports and presentations for varied audiences.</li><li>Passionate about making a real difference in people's lives through employment.</li><li>First-class organisational skills with a flair for forward-planning and multitasking under pressure.</li><li>Exceptional written and verbal communication skills using Microsoft365.</li><li>Confidence handling sensitive information with the utmost discretion.</li><li>Able to manage programmes and projects, making sure every milestone is hit and every challenge tackled.</li></ul><h4>Additional Information</h4>About SouthwarkSouthwark Council is the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with many social enterprises and we have a young, diverse, and growing population.At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities.Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. Benefits and more information<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Working for Southwark Council – Southwark </a>Salary Range: £37,437 - £43,542 Application Closing Date: 11.59pm on 20th of July 2025Interview Date: The 4th of August 2025 Application ProcessIf you are interested in applying for this role, please complete the application forms detailing your suitability for the role. The Job Description and Person Specification can also be found at the bottom of this page under attachments. We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. Guaranteed Interview SchemeAs part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care.</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition.</li></ul>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, in which case we will move the key dates for the process. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.#LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2531638&amp;ptId=105339" target="_blank">Job Description &amp; Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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Project Officer (2 YR FTC)

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>About Southwark:As a council, we are successful, passionate, and forward thinking. We are committed to tackling injustice and inequalities and rebuilding our local economy following the pandemic, ensuring that our residents and businesses are central to everything we do.As a diverse central London borough, Southwark faces a range of challenges, which we aim to address through the delivery of the Borough Plan. We are looking for candidates to join our team to help us continue to make Southwark an inclusive borough for all our communities. Southwark Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We monitor our recruitment practices to check that we are employing people in a fair and non-discriminatory way. We also publish annual workforce reports. We are proud to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough.Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/</a>This post attracts a JNC benefit to the value of £2,724 Salary Range: £57,678 - £71,742<h4>How to Apply</h4>Please apply directly via the Ivy Rock Partners website using the link below. Ivy Rock has been exclusively engaged to manage the recruitment process for this Finance role on behalf of Southwark Council.Please note: Any direct applications submitted to Southwark Council cannot be considered.<a href="https://ivyrockpartners.wixsite.com/southwarkcouncil" target="_blank">HOME | Southwark Council</a><h4>Closing Date</h4>Application Closing Date: 7th of July 2025We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council. Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition.</li></ul> 





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Senior Finance Manager

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>About Southwark:As a council, we are successful, passionate, and forward thinking. We are committed to tackling injustice and inequalities and rebuilding our local economy following the pandemic, ensuring that our residents and businesses are central to everything we do.As a diverse central London borough, Southwark faces a range of challenges, which we aim to address through the delivery of the Borough Plan. We are looking for candidates to join our team to help us continue to make Southwark an inclusive borough for all our communities.Southwark Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We monitor our recruitment practices to check that we are employing people in a fair and non-discriminatory way. We also publish annual workforce reports. We are proud to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough.Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/</a>This post attracts a JNC benefit to the value of £2,724 Salary Range: £83,964 - £105,096<h4>How to Apply</h4>Please apply directly via the Ivy Rock Partners website using the link below. Ivy Rock has been exclusively engaged to manage the recruitment process for this Finance role on behalf of Southwark Council.Please note: Any direct applications submitted to Southwark Council cannot be considered.<a href="https://ivyrockpartners.wixsite.com/southwarkcouncil" target="_blank">HOME | Southwark Council</a><h4>Closing Date</h4>Recruitment timetable:Application Closing Date: 11.59pm on the 7th of July 2025We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council. Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition.</li></ul>





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Assistant Director of Finance

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in children's lives in Southwark?If yes, we have the perfect role for you!We are looking to recruit social workers for our Safeguarding &amp; Family Support Service and help play a key role in ensuring children in Southwark are safe and happy at home. If you're a qualified social worker with a passion for empowering children and families, we want to hear from you!This role is full time, 36 hours per week.About us:Our Children's Services is dedicated to providing outstanding support to vulnerable children and families in Southwark. Our systemically-informed, relationship-based approach prioritises the needs of each child, working purposefully with families to manage risk, promote positive outcomes, and create lasting change.Our most recent Ofsted inspection was graded as ‘good’ in all areas. The children in our care said we are a “special council and are like a family to them”.About the team:You will be joining a friendly team of dedicated professionals who share your passion for positive outcomes for children and families.We want you to thrive in your role whilst being supported through regular one to one and group supervisions alongside having access to key development and training opportunities to grow as a social worker.About the role:We aspire to keep your caseloads manageable, allowing you to dedicate your full attention to the children and families who need it most. As a Social Worker or Senior Social Worker, you will:<ul><li>Build positive relationships and work directly with children, their families and partner agencies – all under the guidance of our experienced Team Managers.</li><li>Run child in need and child protection plans, tailored to each child's unique needs and be the driving force behind positive change.</li><li>Experience of CP, CIN and Court work.</li></ul>For more information, please see the Job Description and Person Specification located at the bottom of the advert.About you:<ul><li>Current registration with Social Work England and a recognised social work qualification</li><li>Have passed your ASYE year</li><li>Ability to build positive relationships</li><li>Have knowledge of childcare legislation, child development, and risk/protective factors</li><li>Experience in direct social work interventions, investigations, assessments, and care planning</li><li>Ability to produce high-quality reports and manage complex information</li><li>Strong communication, analytical, and decision-making skills</li><li>Commitment to anti-discriminatory practices and promoting equality</li></ul>How we can support you:We have a diverse range of training courses, practitioners and teams to help support you so you can provide the best outcomes. We have Family Support Workers, a Keeping Families Together team, a Parenting Assessment Team that conducts specialised court assessments and a SWIFT / clinical service that specialises in delivering intensive therapeutic services to families.We also have Practice Group Coordinators offer administrative support, including providing training on our database.Pay and rewards:In return for all your hard work, skills and experience, you will receive:<ul><li>A competitive base salary</li><li>For roles in our Assessment &amp; Intervention and Safeguarding &amp; Family Support teams, we are offering for a time limited period a Welcome Payment of £2,500 for joining Southwark, followed by a retention payment of £3,000 per year for your first two years, and £4,000 after three years.</li><li>Strong supportive senior management team</li><li>Regular one to one supervision</li><li>Professional development &amp; training opportunities</li><li>Clear career development pathways</li><li>Agile and flexible working arrangements</li></ul>Contact details:If you would like an informal conversation about this role, please contact Antoinette Johnson via email at <a href="mailto:Antoinette.Johnson@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Antoinette.Johnson@southwark.gov.uk</a>Recruitment timeline:Advert close date: We will be reviewing applications on a weekly basisInterview date/s: we have weekly interview slots available.We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together initiative</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed interview scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2288065&amp;ptId=103892" target="_blank">Social Worker - Job Description &amp; Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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Children's Social Worker (Safeguarding & Family Support Service)

<h4>The Role</h4>The Traded Services Division are pleased to offer an opportunity for the role of Senior Quantity Surveyor . This role sits within the Commercial Services Team reporting to the Divisional Commercial Manager, providing services to the Asset Management Service - predominantly Public Realm; Pest Control Service and Fleet Service in both client and contractor capacities.The SQS is the strategic lead and provides professional senior quantity surveying services to ensure the Traded Services Division and the Council achieves best value in delivering services and maximises the commercial opportunities available to it.The SQS leads on contract management and compliance and performance evaluation of income generation, costs and margins from a wide range of services, projects and contracts.The SQS will liaise with stakeholders including Senior Management teams, Councillors and Cabinet members on commercial issues relating to the division, delivering complex written reports complete with analysis.The successful candidate will lead in developing and continuously improving services by delivering improving process and procedure, and monitoring their implementation.An excellent communicator with strong written skills this person will use their QS knowledge to help improve Traded Services.The successful candidate will be committed to their continuous development as a leader to positively influence staff groups responsible for delivering these critical services.The areas of work will initially focus on public realm street lighting and metalworks fabrication.The initial focus will be on pricing and cost value reconciliations. Applicants will need to be able to work with existing books of rates, and also develop and build from scratch a mixed variety of SOR's and evidence base they are fit for purpose.Business process maps and supporting procedures will need to be developed and/or maintained in relation to all elements of the delivery process, including but not restricted to materials, quantities/volumes, costs/pricing, labour and other direct costs, time/productivity and overhead recovery.A fit for purpose suite of KPI's will need to be developed and maintained.Applicants must be able to work with and provide support, guidance and understanding to delivery staff that may have limited financial expertise and understanding.<h4>About Southwark</h4>We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse and growing population. At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.Benefits and more information:In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Staff Benefits</a> page.<h4>Recruitment timetable</h4>Advert closes: 13 July 2025Shortlisting: 16 July 2025Interviews: 28 July 2025Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans • Are currently in care, or have previously been in care • If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health conditionWe are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2533576&amp;ptId=105241" target="_blank">Please Click Here For the Job Description and Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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Senior Quantity Surveyor

About UsNorth Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.The RoleWe have an exciting opportunity to contribute towards improving and protecting the health and wellbeing of people in North Somerset.&nbsp; We’re looking for a talented Health and Wellbeing Officer to support the project management and implementation of North Somerset’s Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2025-2028 and Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2024-2029.The role will include project management to ensure progress in delivery, implementation, monitoring and promotion of the above-mentioned strategies and action plans. In addition, this role will include responsibility for creating, commissioning, and/or implementing interventions that are part of the Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy and supporting the delivery of established programmes by taking a lead role for managing specific projects. Activities will be undertaken alongside colleagues across North Somerset Council and in collaboration with other partners.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Organise, lead, and report on the quarterly monitoring of the implementation of the Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2025-2028 and bi-annual monitoring of the Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2024-2029.</li><li>Contribute to project management and operational support for development and delivery of North Somerset’s Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2025-2028 and Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy, including use of corporate project management tools.</li><li>Take a lead role in direct delivery of specific aspects of the Joint Health and Wellbeing strategy, including developing, commissioning, and/or delivering interventions or grant programmes included in the strategy, with clearly identified outcomes within an integrated service framework, which aim to improve health and wellbeing outcomes and reduce health inequalities. </li><li>Support engagement and co-production with service users, stakeholders and communities to inform service design and development and the delivery of accessible and equitable person-centred services. </li><li>Prepare or contribute to the preparation of written reports, progress reports, presentations, and materials relating to the strategy, including planning and providing support to relevant meetings or multi-agency groups linked to strategy development and implementation.&nbsp;</li><li>Analyse, interpret and use data, health intelligence and information to identify local health needs and make recommendations to support decision making. &nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Communicate effectively with multi agency partners, colleagues and people using local services, both verbally and in writing.&nbsp; This includes leading effective partnership working through forums and meetings in support of health and wellbeing and reducing inequalities.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>For more detail see attached job description.&nbsp;Work StyleAt North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:<ul><li>1-3 days in the office fortnightly</li><li>Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.</li><li>Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for an individual who is passionate about improving population health and reducing health inequalities, and who possesses the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Practical experience in supporting strategy development and implementation.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Experience in project and programme management, including establishing processes, prioritisation, and planning and co-ordination of projects and activities, working to plans, and adapting such plans as necessary.</li><li>Practical experience delivering services or projects through commissioning and partnership arrangements, to support evidence based public health and health improvement approaches.</li><li>Sound understanding of implementing effective population and community-based public health interventions</li><li>An up-to-date knowledge of public health services and effective health improvement strategies.</li><li>Good influencing and negotiating skills to work with partners in the development, project management, promotion, and implementation of strategic plans and interventions.</li><li>Ability to communicate, consult and engage effectively with a wide range of audiences, members of the community, and stakeholders, about health and wellbeing matters and on issues which may be complex, sensitive or contentious, whilst understanding and recognising professional boundaries.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to critically analyse health data and research, and translate this into local recommendations, interventions, or actions.&nbsp;</li><li>Problem solving skills and judgement – ability to facilitate self and others to solve problems, break down complex issues into manageable parts, and think through the implications of decisions.</li><li>Good written and verbal presentation, communication and report writing skills, demonstrating</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Approved specialist qualification in public health, health improvement, or related discipline, and practical experience of translating knowledge into practice. </li><li>Relevant professional registration e.g. UK Public Health Register</li><li>Experience of supervising/managing others, including team members, volunteers and/or work experience students, within the same field of work.</li><li>Experience of working with a range of partners to achieve a shared goal.</li><li>Demonstrable experience in, and commitment to, public health action aiming to reduce inequalities.</li></ul>What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.How to ApplyIf you share our&nbsp;vision and values&nbsp;and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact Helen Yeo, Mental Wellbeing and Community Development Manager at <a href="mailto:helen.yeo@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">helen.yeo@n-somerset.gov.uk</a>Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: Monday 28 July 2025Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated.&nbsp; We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave.&nbsp; We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.&nbsp;We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.





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