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Salary: £32,948 per annum plus eligibility to earn up to 5% Performance Related Bonus
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Location: Hale Village, London, N17
Newlon Housing Trust is a successful charitable housing association and one of the major providers of new affordable housing in north and east London.
We are looking for a talented individual to join our Housing Services Directorate and support our Housing Services Director and the wider Housing Services team, providing them with exceptional EA/Secretarial support and playing a key role in ensuring the department runs as efficiently and effectively as possible.
As well as managing diaries, organising meetings and producing formal reports and presentations, you will also liaise with team members, internal departments and external bodies on a variety of administrative matters.
With a proven administrative, Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant background in a busy office environment, you will have first class organisational and communication skills, along with excellent IT skills and experience of diary management, meeting organisation and accurate minute-taking. You will be confident in handling sensitive information with discretion and have a strong team ethic.
In return, you can expect 27 days holiday, a non-contributory pension, excellent benefits and a flexi scheme. &nbsp;You’ll also be working out of purpose-built offices that form part of the award-winning Hale Village regeneration project, and are situated just two minutes’ walk from the major transport interchange at Tottenham Hale.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.
For further information and details of how to apply, please click the apply online button.
Closing date: 23:59 on Monday 15 September 2025
Interviews will be held at the Newlon Head Office on Friday 26 September 2025
Newlon Housing Trust is a charitable housing association and a committed Equal Opportunities employer. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.
No agencies please.

Executive Assistant to Housing Services Director

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Are you seeking a new challenge where you can truly make a difference? &nbsp;
If so, Southern Housing has an exciting opportunity for a Scheme Housing Officer to join our team. Based in Croydon, you will support our&nbsp;Cheyham Park scheme in Surrey, with occasional travel to schemes across South West London. Reporting to a Team Manager, you will play a crucial role in providing support to our Independent Living Sheltered Schemes.
Your responsibilities will include offering a front-line service while ensuring the safety and well-management of our schemes to support residents in living independently within active communities. To excel in this role, you must possess a full clean UK driving licence with access to your own vehicle and be willing to work 5 days a week on schemes, demonstrating an understanding of the diverse needs of older people, exceptional customer service skills, and the ability to work collaboratively under pressure.
If you are a proactive, self-motivated individual who thrives on delivering outstanding customer care and can meet deadlines with minimal supervision, we want to hear from you. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of our dynamic team.&nbsp;
What you’ll be doing&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Deliver an effective customer focused housing management and support service working with multi-agency partners which embraces Southern Housing culture, current and future legislation, policy, procedure and best practice.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Deliver the service in line with agreed parameters for the role.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Provide a customer facing service to residents, have regularly contact with them, including making daily welfare calls.</li>
<li>Understand the housing management performance targets relevant to your scheme(s) and take action to contribute to their achievement.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Work closely with other agencies to ensure residents are able to access a full range of services and support.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Maintain administration systems and databases, processes and accurate records and provide monthly performance reports and information for other reports, as required.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
What you’ll need&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Understanding of the diverse needs of older people&nbsp;</li>
<li>Ability to develop partnership working internally and with other agencies to generate effective solutions to problems&nbsp;</li>
<li>Ability to manage time &amp; tasks effectively, work well under pressure both individually and in a team&nbsp;</li>
<li>Customer-focused and experience of providing excellent customer care&nbsp;</li>
<li>Ability to take responsibility for a scheme, the residents who live there and the service provided to them.</li>
<li>Willingness to learn housing management tasks as required e.g. rent arrears, ASB, Fire safety</li>
<li>Ability to receive and respond to customer feedback and complaints professionally at all times&nbsp;</li>
<li>A commitment to taking personal responsibility for sharing information and an understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries.</li>
</ul>
In your supporting statement, it is important that you address how you meet each of the above criteria, providing real examples.&nbsp;
Closing date: 7th October&nbsp;2025.
About us
At Southern Housing, our residents are at the&nbsp;heart&nbsp;of everything we do. As one of the largest housing providers in the UK with over 77,000 homes across London, the Southeast, the Isle of Wight, and the Midlands, we give over 167,000 people somewhere affordable to call their own!We also understand the difference that safe, secure, and affordable homes can make to people’s lives.
A career at Southern Housing will allow you to make a difference every day you come to work. Working in the housing sector with us will bring fresh challenges and give you the opportunity to grow and develop, too.
What's in it for you
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<li>Pension</li>
<li>Life assurance</li>
<li>Healthcare cash plan</li>
<li>Eyecare &amp; dental</li>
<li>Birthday leave</li>
<li>Retailers&nbsp;discounts</li>
<li>Cycle to work</li>
<li>Buy &amp; sell annual leave</li>
<li>Season ticket loan</li>
<li>In-house academy &amp; career development</li>
<li>Flexible working</li>
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Inclusion and Diversity We work hard to create a diverse and inclusive culture and environment where people are respected for who they are. Encouraging inclusion is not just about protected characteristics, it’s about celebrating differences of thought, opinion, experience&nbsp;and perspective of each individual. We’re all different in our own way and we want our colleagues to feel comfortable, that they belong, and are safe to be themselves at work, without fear of being judged or excluded, but valued for their contribution to our One Team approach.

Scheme Housing Officer

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Are you an effective IT leader, ready to make a real difference and drive impactful change for the benefit of local people and communities? Joining West Northamptonshire Council could be the next exciting step in your career journey! We’re on a mission to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive. To drive that mission to reality, we’re looking to transform IT Services at WNC, getting our systems, technology and processes to do the heavy lifting, so we focus our efforts on investing and supporting our people, places and community spaces.&nbsp;We’re looking for a strategic thinker, an operational mastermind, someone who can make it happen at pace! You will be passionate about technology, transforming the delivery of public services and the driving force of the delivery of our IT Strategy. Leading a talented team, shape and deliver effective solutions that power everything from internal operations to frontline services, within the council and for our partners. &nbsp;You will define the future of our IT infrastructure and critical systems, champion data driven decision making, and embed a culture of innovation across the council, helping to design and deliver smarter, faster, more connected services for our communities.&nbsp;This is more than a leadership role - it’s a chance to transform how a council works, to inspire change, and to deliver real impact and positive outcomes that make a real difference to people’s lives.&nbsp;Our benefits You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.What will you be doing? 
The successful candidate will provide service leadership, translating strategy into clear goals and objectives delivering service improvements and outcomes at pace. You will work closely and collaboratively with our leadership team, Councillors, colleagues and partners, as part of our Resources Directorate.&nbsp;
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<li>Modernising the council’s technology landscape, supporting the delivery of high quality, accessible and efficient public services.</li>
<li>Leading the Digital, Technology &amp; Innovation (DTI) service, ensuring delivery, governance and execution of a complex and busy programme. Ensure high levels of performance across all teams to make our vision a reality.</li>
<li>Advising Executive and Senior Leadership Teams on all technology matters, combining innovative thinking to challenge current service delivery and drive transformation and change through IT, data and digital solutions.</li>
<li>Overseeing functions including cyber security, infrastructure, architecture, applications and desktop support. Own the IT and Technology pipeline for WNC and our shared service partnership.</li>
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<ul><li>Championing innovation, embedding the use of technology across council services, inspiring digital confidence for an efficient and enabled council.</li></ul>About you What We’re Looking For:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>A strategic thinker with a passion for public service.</li>
<li>Financially astute and experienced in managing large budgets.</li>
<li>Proven experience in designing and delivering IT strategies.</li>
<li>Experienced in leading large professional and technical teams.</li>
<li>Experienced professional with substantial leadership experience in IT and a passion for technology.</li>
<li>A collaborative mindset and strong stakeholder engagement skills.</li>
</ul>About us At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Assistant Director - Technology Services

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<h3>Overview</h3>
Buckinghamshire Council is seeking a dynamic Service Director to lead our Planning &amp; Environment service areas. The&nbsp;Service Director of Planning &amp; Environment&nbsp;will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our community. This role offers the chance to lead high-profile projects, work with a diverse range of stakeholders, and contribute to the strategic aims of the Council.
<h3>About us</h3>
Buckinghamshire is an ambitious, rapidly growing county, and our economy is one of the strongest in the country. The county ranks as one of the top areas to live in the UK and it is incredibly well connected– less than an hour from London on the train. The county has a rich history and heritage and is the birthplace of the international Paralympic movement.
Now in its sixth year as a unitary council, Buckinghamshire supports and delivers positive change for local people, communities, and businesses. We are firmly focused on the future and have made a clear commitment to serve residents better and to provide stronger representation for Buckinghamshire, both locally and nationally. 
Please view our welcome pack:&nbsp;<a href="https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbuckinghamshire.pagetiger.com%2Fckenqns&amp;data=05%7C02%7CSarah.Fulford%40buckinghamshire.gov.uk%7C844050b504ec4833241408dde6e3228e%7C7fb976b99e2848e180861ddabecf82a0%7C0%7C0%7C638920585386984470%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=tkJVFFm2H8TIfVlYm9Zf262UFMBwSvWkL%2BxGVeT8JGE%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Planning &amp; Environment SD Pack - 1</a>
<h3>About the role</h3>
Covering some of the most breathtaking countryside in the ancient heart of England, yet also close to London and with excellent connectivity, we’re home to iconic places such as Pinewood Studios and Silverstone Circuit. And we’re looking to the future too, with aspirations to make the home of British space tech at the Westcott Venture Park. In short, Buckinghamshire really matters to UK Plc.
We’re looking for an exceptional strategic leader to move our services to the next level. By joining us, you’ll be part of something bigger – our first Local Plan as a new unitary, delivering the exciting Aylesbury Garden Town, overseeing our ambitious Climate Change Strategy and a number of regeneration schemes in our major urban centres – but the most important contribution you make will be to join the dots that create sustainable, futureproofed prosperity.
We will expect an outstanding record of making big things happen in complex settings, managing competing interests with integrity and care, and leaving places considerably better than you find them.
<h3>About you</h3>
We are looking to appoint a colleague who shares our vision for the future of Buckinghamshire to work collaboratively and collegiately across both our Council and partners.
If you join us, you will provide strategic direction, operational management, and financial control for the directorate that you are responsible for. You will also have a critical part to play as a member of our corporate team, working with our politicians and partners as well as across management structures and boundaries to get the best for our residents, businesses, and communities.
We're looking for someone who is more than just an operational senior planning officer. You need to be strategically confident and have fresh, exciting ideas. An adaptable, transparent approach is a must for this role, and you will use your ability to influence and collaborate at scale, to develop the culture, achieve the aims, and deliver our aspirations for Buckinghamshire.
From supporting residents who are at the heart of what we do, to shaping our county for now and future generations, you will be part of something bigger. This role provides a tremendous opportunity to make a difference. If you are excited by this position and feel like you could play a key role in bringing our ambitions to fruition, then we would love to hear from you.
<h3>Other information</h3>
Salary up to £120,000 per annum.&nbsp;
For an informal discussion with the Corporate Director of Planning, Growth and Sustainability about the role please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:carey.gee@buckinghamshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">carey.gee@buckinghamshire.gov.uk</a>.
Technical Interview will be held on Monday 6th&nbsp;October 2025 and Finial Interviews on Monday 13th&nbsp;October 2025.
This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:
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<li>All unspent cautions and/or unspent convictions</li>
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For further information on how long it takes for cautions and convictions cautions to become spent, please refer to our guide on the&nbsp;<a href="https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nacro.org.uk%2Fresource%2Frehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974-updated-2023%2F&amp;data=05%7C01%7CSarah.Fulford%40buckinghamshire.gov.uk%7C3917665ea8b248d1c81308dbdeb728c7%7C7fb976b99e2848e180861ddabecf82a0%7C0%7C0%7C638348650466167375%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=%2BD%2B3hmYVT0wDXcrEz4slIMWuzMr9r2TgfflG7GWOEno%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (updated 2023) | Nacro</a>
We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so please be&nbsp;advised to submit&nbsp;your application as early as possible.
<h3>Our values and culture</h3>
We have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are – Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy.
By joining Buckinghamshire Council, you can expect:
<ul>
<li>a fair and inclusive culture</li>
<li>the chance to really make a difference to those around you</li>
<li>health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops</li>
<li>a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group</li>
<li>ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us</li>
<li>opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events</li>
</ul>
At Buckinghamshire Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that’s why we’re working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation.
From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it’s important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments.
We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone.
<h3>About the Business Unit</h3>
Our Planning, Growth and Sustainability directorate works with partners to help shape the future of Buckinghamshire.&nbsp; We deliver services on planning, economic growth, regeneration, strategic infrastructure, transport and property.
&nbsp;Our key priorities include developing the economic narrative for Bucks, creating more jobs and delivering the right infrastructure to help businesses and residents thrive. We also aim to provide a proactive planning service that is responsive, whilst making the best use of the Council’s land and property portfolio. This will in turn support community services and create housing, jobs, regeneration and income to support public services.
&nbsp;It’s a great time to join one of our teams. As part of the Planning, Growth and Sustainability function you will not only get to help shape the economic future of Buckinghamshire; you’ll also be involved in delivering high-profile development projects and work on some of the biggest infrastructure projects in the UK. You will support us to deliver the results that our local residents and businesses deserve.
<h3>We recognise and reward you</h3>
Hard work and success deserves recognition. That’s why we pride ourselves on the benefits we give our people. We actively encourage a good work-life balance and promote flexible and agile working arrangements. We provide discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops and auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme. In addition to the opportunity to gain membership to Costco, we have discounted gym memberships, travel discounts with Arriva and much more.
<a href="https://jobs.buckinghamshire.gov.uk/working-buckinghamshire-council/" target="_blank">https://jobs.buckinghamshire.gov.uk/working-buckinghamshire-council/</a>

Service Director - Planning & Environment

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Hexagon is an innovative and responsive housing association working in partnership with a range of local authorities to meet housing needs across Southeast London. With a turnover of £40m, 120 staff and over 4,000 homes, Hexagon is continually improving the quality and range of our affordable homes and services.
As an organisation we are concerned with people, their homes, and communities. We make good quality, affordable housing, and services available to people in the local areas we serve, and work to extend opportunities and improve the neighbourhoods they live in.
Our Development and Sales team is responsible for delivering our on-site programme from start on site through to end of defects.&nbsp; You will play an integral role providing an effective and efficient administrative service to the Team in addition to liaising with our customers and contractors to manage the defects process.&nbsp;
We are looking for a highly motivated individual with:
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<li>a background of administrative work in an office environment or similar</li>
<li>experience of working for an affordable housing organisation</li>
<li>aftercare/defects and residential sales experience</li>
<li>excellent communication skills</li>
<li>excellent IT and numeracy skills (Word, Excel and databases)</li>
<li>a positive “can do” attitude with a commitment to providing a high standard of service to colleagues and customers.</li>
</ul>
This role presents a brilliant opportunity to further your career with a dynamic Great Place to Work accredited company with IIP Gold, that is committed to employee engagement, values its staff and provides a work environment that is built on flexibility, empowerment, and a commitment to support you to be the best that you possibly can. If you want to work with a fantastic team and feel proud of the contribution that you make each day, then we very much want to hear from you.
We will offer you training and supervision to help you achieve your full potential, and an excellent package including private medical insurance, pension scheme with 3 x salary life assurance, flexible hybrid working, and 26 days annual leave rising one day per year to 31 days.
For further details and how to apply, please visit our website at <a href="http://www.hexagon.org.uk" target="_blank">www.hexagon.org.uk</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp; No agencies
Closing Date: Sunday 21st September 2025
Interviews will be held on Monday 29th September 2025
We are committed to building a diverse workforce and making Hexagon an inclusive place to work where everyone can be themselves and feel valued for their contribution.
Accessibility and Adjustments
We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure inclusivity. If you have any specific requirements, please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@hexagon.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@hexagon.org.uk</a>

Development & Sales Administrator

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please include a personal statement with your CV specifying why you are applying for this vacancy.&nbsp;



We are seeking an experienced Head of Service to lead our dedicated workforce in providing exceptional support to adults within Bracknell Forest Council, on a full-time, permanent basis.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
<h3>About you ...</h3>
You will have senior leadership experience and a strong commitment to delivering our CQC improvement plan, ensuring that Adult Social Care maintains its "Good" CQC rating while further embedding the Target Operating Model.
Essential skills for this position include effective budget management and performance data analysis, along with experience in managing multi-disciplinary teams and collaborating with partners across the health and social care footprint. You will be expected to model the council’s values and behaviours in all you do: Inclusive, Ambitious, Always Learning.
Working closely with the Assistant Director for Adult Social Care, you will oversee: The Hub; The Early Intervention and Prevention Team; The Reablement and Intermediate Care Team; Hospital Team; Adult Community Team; Sensory Needs and Blue Badges.
<h3>About the team ...</h3>
Our Adult Social Care service is composed of highly professional and supportive multidisciplinary teams.&nbsp; We have a “can do” and “no wrong door” ethos.&nbsp; Our social care teams work together as one service and go the extra mile to ensure our residents have the right support.&nbsp;&nbsp;
We work in close partnership with health, housing and other key partners to ensure individuals receive the support they need to achieve their desired outcomes.&nbsp;
We also hold regular multidisciplinary forums, ensuring our residents have easy access to health and social care services that work together to provide coordinated, holistic support when it is needed most.
We understand the demands of working in Adult Social Care, therefore we are committed to ensuring our staff feel supported. We have a strong focus on supporting our staff to learn, grow and develop to achieve their potential. We listen to our social care staff about the best way to deliver our services and encourage feedback and suggestions on how we can do things better together.&nbsp;
<h3>Key responsibilites ...</h3>
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<li>You will work in a senior leadership capacity with the People Directorate to lead on and manage a multi-disciplinary team of health and social care practitioners.</li>
<li>You will deliver social care and Care Quality Commission regulated reablement services for older people and adults with long term conditions. As well as leading adult social care teams through the assurance process and continual improvement of services.</li>
<li>You will also support the Assistant Director of Adult Social Care Operations in formulating the strategic direction, priorities and plans for the service in line with service and corporate responsibilities.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits ...</h3>
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<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days*.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Paid employee volunteering scheme.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>Reimbursement of one annual professional subscription/registration</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
*(pro rata for part time)
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values ...&nbsp;</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments ...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Interviews will be held on 8th and 9th October 2025.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.&nbsp;
As part of the interview process, you will be required to give a 15 minute presentation to the interview panel.&nbsp; Details to be advised.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Tony Dwyer, Assistant Director: Adult Social Care Operations, 01344 352787
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.

Bracknell Forest Council

Head of Service: Hub, Early Intervention and Prevention, Adult Community Team

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



We have a part-time, permanent opportunity for a cook in our short break children's home at Larchwood. At Larchwood, we provide short break overnight respite care for children and young people with severe and complex needs.
<h3>About you...</h3>
You will be a team player who is enthusiastic about supporting the team to provide the highest quality of care to our children and young people through the preparation of meals that meet the children and young people’s individual needs.&nbsp;
We are looking for someone with a minimum of Level 2 Hygiene qualification and previous experience of working within the catering sector. You will also have understanding of the routine cleaning and maintaining that are required for food preparation. An understanding of and commitment to the requirements of safeguarding children and young people and promoting their welfare is also required.&nbsp;
<h3>About the team...</h3>
Working at Larchwood is both fun and challenging. You will be surrounded by a team who care passionately about the work we do and who equally recognise the importance of being supportive to each other.
The children and young people are all unique and require individualised care. Staff strive for excellence and ensure that the care provided is responsive to the children and young people’s views, wishes and feelings.&nbsp;
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
<ul>
<li>Preparing home-cooked meals in accordance with the requirements of relevant legislation</li>
<li>Ensuring individual dietary needs are understood and catered for</li>
<li>Being aware of allergens within foods and ensuring safety when preparing and cooking meals</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits...</h3>
<ul>
<li>25 days* annual leave increasing to 28 days* after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days*.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply).</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
*(pro rata for part time)
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date...</h3>
The interviews will be held on 26 September 2025.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
Clare Turner, Unit Manager, 01344 452315.
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Cook - Larchwood

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Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



We have a great opportunity for aSocial Worker&nbsp;on a full&nbsp;time, permanent basis.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance.
If you would like an informal chat or a tour of the office prior to submitting your application, please contact <a href="mailto:katherine.wheeler@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">katherine.wheeler@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a> to arrange a suitable time.
<h3>About you...</h3>
Are you a qualified social worker who is passionate about supporting individuals with Learning Disabilities and Autism?&nbsp;
We are looking for a qualified social worker who is a dedicated and compassionate professional and shares our commitment to empowering adults with Learning Disabilities and Autism. If you are organised, creative and an excellent communicator, we’d love to hear from you!&nbsp;
<h3>About the team...</h3>
Our Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities (CTPLD) and Autism is a supportive and collaborative team built on compassion, inclusion and excellence.&nbsp;
We work closely together, sharing knowledge and encouraging one another to provide the best outcomes for the people we support. At Bracknell Forest, you will be valued as part of a team that looks out for each other, with regular supervision, quality training and opportunities to grow your skills and follow areas of interest.&nbsp;
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
You will hold a case load of people with Learning Disabilities and Autism and will be required to fulfil statutory duties on behalf of the service. The post involves assessment, support planning and review, direct work with people who have a Learning Disability and or Autism as well as general case management duties.&nbsp;
You will be provided with a laptop and a mobile phone to enable remote working.&nbsp;
<h3>Our benefits...</h3>
<ul>
<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 days and sell up to 5 days*.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Electric vehicle leasing scheme (terms and conditions apply).&nbsp;</li>
<li>Paid employee volunteering scheme.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with linked life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Reimbursement of Social Work England registration.</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA.</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
*(pro rata for part time)
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values&nbsp;</a>define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments.</a>
<h3>Interview date...</h3>
Interviews to be arranged via mutual agreement.
Interviews will be held at our offices in Bracknell, giving you the opportunity to meet the team and see our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Claire Curd - Assistant Community Services Manager -&nbsp;Tel: 01344 354466
or&nbsp;
Nakita Baptiste - Assistant Community Services Manager -&nbsp;Tel: 01344 354466
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.&nbsp;
No agencies please. &nbsp;

Social Worker - CTPLD Adult Social Care

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Social Worker in our Duty and Assessment team, on full-time, permanent basis.&nbsp;
If you are passionate about supporting families in making positive changes and share our commitment to helping to keep more children safely at home with their families, then this could be the role for you.
To learn more about what it is like to work with us, take a look&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/SBqihNKEzBo" target="_blank">at our workforce video</a>.
Read more about our culture and what our staff say&nbsp;<a href="https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bracknell-forest.gov.uk%2Fjobs%2Fchildrens-social-care-jobs%2Four-culture&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAriana.Burdfield%40bracknell-forest.gov.uk%7Cad347b02f91b4bbad25908ddb5531965%7Cf54c93b70883478fbf3d56e09b7ca0b7%7C0%7C0%7C638866090708602874%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=MW%2FXb%2B3I8p0wnuGl2PEf%2BpYM6iiMvCAi4sxVWLmigoc%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Children's social care culture | Bracknell Forest Council.</a>
If you would like an informal chat or a tour of the office prior to submitting your application, please contact <a href="mailto:Helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a> to arrange a suitable time.
<h3>About you...</h3>
You must have a current Social Work England registration and at least three years post qualifying experience within Children’s Social Care that includes child protection. To succeed in this role, you will have an in-depth knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance, policies and thresholds. Strong experience in multi-agency working, along with excellent skills in assessment, analysis and recording, as well as the confidence to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and lead in complex situations, are also essential for this role.
You will role model and champion good social work practice, are able to evidence relevant continued professional development and will support others in sharing your knowledge and experience to contribute to our inclusive culture.
<h3>About the team...</h3>
The Duty and Assessment team acts as the front door for Children’s Social Care and carries out short term work. Working alongside and directly with children, young people, and their families.
We are a small, welcoming, and friendly local authority. Our leadership team knows that it is essential for social workers to have a secure physical and psychological base from which to be the best practitioners they can be. We are proud of our connected and inclusive culture, with a strong focus on wellbeing, which will provide you with a strong sense of belonging.
We are Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding,’ with Ofsted recognising that at Bracknell Forest Council,&nbsp;“Children who need help and protection in Bracknell Forest receive a consistently high quality service”
Inspectors concluded that social workers and other frontline practitioners benefit from manageable caseloads, good training and powerful and highly reflective supervision that ensures children are at the heart of decision making.
In&nbsp;November 2023&nbsp;our Ofsted monitoring visit highlighted:
<ul>
<li>Social workers receive regular supervision from their managers</li>
<li>Caseloads are manageable and allow workers to have time to spend with children</li>
<li>Social workers are very positive about working in Bracknell Forest</li>
<li>Staff feel valued and that they can progress in their social work career. They feel well supported by managers and leaders</li>
</ul>
Everything we do in Children’s Social Care is about improving the life chances of Bracknell’s children, put simply, we change lives for the better.
Because we’re Bracknell Forest: a great place to learn and develop your practice.
You can read what our team have to say about working at Bracknell Forest via this link: <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/childrens-social-care-jobs" target="_blank">Children's social care jobs | Bracknell Forest Council</a>
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
<ul>
<li>To carry out needs led child focused assessments which include outcome focused plans.</li>
<li>To work alongside other professionals and partner agencies in assessing children in need and undertake child protection enquiries.</li>
<li>To be the allocated Social Worker for duty caseload of single assessments under S17 and S47 investigations, with some short-term work.</li>
<li>To take part in the duty system responding to child protection concerns.</li>
<li>To develop and maintain accurate case records and comply with the department's policies, procedures and guidelines including data protection and GDPR.</li>
<li>To participate in regular reflective supervision and be able to set clear goals and intervention strategies.</li>
</ul>
We use the Family Safeguarding Model in our approach to collaborate with families to keep them together, where it is safe to do so, supported by Motivational Interviewing (MI). This approach empowers families, children, and young people, enabling parents to make positive changes that lead to improved outcomes for their children and enhance their own wellbeing.
<h3>Our benefits...</h3>
<ul>
<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days*.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Paid employee volunteering scheme.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>Reimbursement of Social Work England registration.</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
*(pro rata for part time)
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Interviews will be held on 10th October.&nbsp;
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?&nbsp;</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
Donna Barber, Team Manager, <a href="mailto:Donna.barber@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Donna.barber@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
or Helen Gore, Principal Social Worker, <a href="mailto:Helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Senior Social Worker - Duty and Assessment

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<h3>Job summary</h3>
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the well-established and expanding MCA and DoLS Team within the Safeguarding Team at BNSSG ICB.
This role will be demanding and dynamic, reflecting the progressive growth of our service and the commitment of the ICB to fulfilling its statutory duties by innovating and embedding a "gold standard" approach within the completion of mental capacity assessments, best interests decision-making, and the Community DoLS process across the BNSSG ICB.
You will be joining a well-established team that continues to develop innovative systems and processes and has developed positive working relationships with stakeholders in this area.
You will be responsible for obtaining, evaluating, and analysing complex evidence and differing views, and weighing them appropriately in decision-making. You will identify deprivations of liberty and prepare all necessary documentation on prescribed forms in preparation for submission to the Court of Protection.
You will demonstrate through your practice a strong commitment and comprehensive understanding of the Mental Capacity Act, the changing legal landscape around deprivation of liberty and safeguarding.
You will be a qualified Best Interests Assessor (BIA) and willing to undertake further training to practice as an Approved Mental Capacity Professional (AMCP) when the Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS) become operational.
<h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
The post holder will fulfil the duties and responsibilities of Community DoLS Assessor across the ICB footprint gathering relevant information, completing all necessary assessments and submitting applications to the Court of Protection in accordance with&nbsp;Re X&nbsp;Streamlined Procedure. Such information is to include, amongst other things, completing robust capacity assessments, and legally defensible best interests assessments determining and ensuring that where deprivation of liberty occurs, they are necessary, proportionate, and in the service user's best interests. The post holder will undertake Approved Mental Capacity Professional (AMCP) conversion training, and statutory duties in connection with Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS), when it becomes operational, within the Integrated Care Board (ICB).
<h3>About us</h3>
We are committed to creating an inclusive organisation that promotes and values diversity. We know from experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger, more creative workplace that helps us to deliver the best services. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of our community; from people of all ages, disabled people, all genders, people from ethnic minority groups, LGBTQ+ people, people with diverse gender identity and expression, people from all religions and beliefs and other diverse characteristics, and we have processes in place to ensure that all applications are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process.

<h3>Job description</h3>
<h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
To prepare all supporting documentation for Community DoLS applications under the&nbsp;Re X&nbsp;Streamlined Procedure and in particular capacity assessments and best interests decision-making, ensuring all interested parties are consulted and where appropriate identifying the need/making an appropriate referral for an IMCA/Rule 1.2 Representative. Be responsible for a caseload of Community DoLS cases as allocated by the Senior MCA and DoLS Manager.
Liaise with families and care providers in an appropriate manner, providing advice and support regarding the Community DoLS process whilst maintaining independence and ensuring the service user is at the centre of all decisions made.
To undertake assessments of capacity and best interests decision-making in line with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 on any case known to the ICB and record them to a high professional standard, that will withstand legal challenges.
Identify cases that require welfare applications to be made to the Court of Protection.
To support colleagues within the ICB in matters relating to mental capacity and best interests decision-making and provide advice and guidance as required.
To support the Senior MCA and DoLS Manager to embed a gold standard MCA practice in all ICB activities.
Provide support during the transition from the current Community DoLS arrangements to the Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS), in accordance with the Mental Capacity (Amendment) Act 2019 and its Code of Practice, when implementation is confirmed by the Government.
Participate in project activity and lead on specific projects or pieces of work on behalf of the Senior MCA and DoLS Manager, taking responsibility for the achievement of outcomes within required timescales.
Work with colleagues to ensure that appropriate knowledge is shared within the team.
Act as advocate for complex and vulnerable service users.
Undertake steps to provide or develop care plans where appropriate in consultation with other professionals.
To work in a collaborative manner with Health &amp; Social care colleagues across the ICB footprint in the best interest of the service users.
To work in collaboration with all relevant agencies including Advocates/IMCAs.
To work with the Senior MCA and DoLS Manager to ensure that renewal of Community DoLS orders are carried out within the identified timescale.
Participate in the research projects, as required, ensuring that any beneficial results are implemented on an agreed basis.
Ensure that robust systems for communication within the team are followed.
Maintain clear and concise and up to date records of care, in line with approved standards.
Proactively raise issues and provide solutions in partnership with other colleagues in relation to change management, working across teams and/or agencies to enhance seamless care.
To assist the Senior MCA and DoLS Manager in the management and conduct of Court of Protection cases.
To assist the Senior MCA and DoLS Manager in developing and delivering on-going multidisciplinary training on MCA and DoL matters as and when required.


<h3>Person Specification</h3>
<h3>Knowledge, Training and Experience</h3>
<h4>Essential</h4>
<ul>
<li>A degree level qualification in social work or nursing or occupational therapy.</li>
<li>Qualified as a Best Interests Assessor under the DoLS process.</li>
<li>Must be a registered health or social care professional, e.g NMC or Social Work England etc.</li>
<li>Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) undertaken since qualification and a commitment to ongoing professional development.</li>
<li>Significant experience of working in a professional capacity within health or social care setting.</li>
<li>Comprehensive understanding of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and related Code of Practice, legal frameworks around Deprivation of Liberty, and a good working knowledge of associated legislation, such as the Human Rights Act, Mental Health Act and Liberty Protection Safeguards as per Mental Capacity (Amendment) Act 2019.</li>
<li>Experience of working with people who have difficulty in communicating and in emotive situations.</li>
<li>Experience of undertaking DoLS and/or Community DoLS assessments.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Communication skills</h3>
<h4>Essential</h4>
<ul>
<li>Experience of producing accurate and concise reports to a high standard, including the ability to give clear, evidence-based opinions.</li>
<li>Skills for verbal communication on complex matters and difficult situations, requiring persuasion and influence.</li>
<li>Skills for nurturing key professional relationships and maintaining networks.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Analytical</h3>
<h4>Essential</h4>
<ul>
<li>Good assessment skills and the ability to make informed decisions within the context of deprivation of liberty frameworks.</li>
<li>Be able to adapt your responses/interventions to respond to a variety of different people in a range of working environments.</li>
<li>Ability to work under pressure and cope with the unexpected, responding calmly to emotive situations and seeking appropriate support and solutions.</li>
<li>Ability to take accountable decisions on complex and contentious issues where they may be a number of courses of action.</li>
<li>Attention to detail combined with the ability to extract key messages from complex analysis.</li>
<li>Independent thinker demonstrating good judgement, problem-solving and analytical skills.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Planning Skills</h3>
<h4>Essential</h4>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrate self-motivation and an ability to plan and work on own initiative.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Management Skills</h3>
<h4>Essential</h4>
<ul>
<li>Experience of supervising and developing staff formally or informally.</li>
</ul>


<h3>Disclosure and Barring Service Check</h3>
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
<h3>UK Registration</h3>
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please click on the apply link above.


<h3>Employer details</h3>
<h3>Employer name</h3>
NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board

Community DoLS Assessor

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.<h2>About the role</h2>West Northamptonshire Council is currently seeking to appoint the&nbsp;Asset Records and Systems Manager into its Property Strategy and Estates team. As a key member of the Property Strategy and Estates Team, the Asset Records and Systems Manager will be responsible for the maintenance and management of the councils’ estates terrier system including (but not limited to) the preparation of AutoCAD plans for the operational and investment estate. The Asset Records and Systems Manager will also be responsible for collating and providing detailed business intelligence to the Council on all facets of property related activity to enable sound, robust and effective property solutions to be delivered.This is an exciting opportunity to join the team and support the Councils objectives of shaping an Estates function that will be an example of best practice, and one that will deliver the best outcomes for the residents of the West Northamptonshire.<h2>Additional information</h2>You’ll bring with you a wealth of experience and expertise to enable the efficient recording and management of the estates data. You will have excellent communication skills with a track record of liaising with internal customers, including colleagues within the Works and Facilities teams to deliver a holistic asset data solution and manage the delivery of a varied caseload of work within the team, often to tight timescales You will need to have: <ul>
<li>Ideally be educated to Degree or have equivalent experience in a relevant subject</li>
<li>Excellent understanding and application of data and knowledge management working at a strategic level within complex corporate systems</li>
<li>Knowledge and understanding of the dynamics and complexities of public sector and the Local Government environment and its impact on service provision, staff and relationships with key stakeholders.</li>
<li>Organisational and time management skills and ability to plan and deliver objectives within an agreed timeframe.</li>
<li>Proven line management and supervisory experience, including recruitment, Performance management, appraisal, and conduct.</li>
</ul><h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Asset Records and Systems Manager

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We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated team players, to join our Housing Property Services Team to contribute to protecting the quality of life of our tenants. Our housing stock lies totally within the Borough of Reading and our vision is for everyone to have the opportunity to live in a good quality sustainable home, within in a lively and thriving neighbourhood. We’re working hard to improve disadvantaged areas and enhance people’s lives across the Borough, including a carbon neutral strategy. We are part of a multi-disciplinary team, consisting of 43 staff spread across 5 teams – Building Surveying, Housing New Build, Compliance, Mechanical and Electrical and Quality Assurance. Our role is to deliver a varied programme of repairs, maintenance, refurbishment, and redevelopment to our portfolio of housing stock alongside our Direct Services Organisation. We are open to flexible working patterns and can provide a hybrid working environment which utilises the best of both worlds with a mix of office working in central Reading and homeworking according to the needs of the Service. About the role: This is a key role within Housing Property Services, managing a team of building surveyors and a portfolio of your own projects as part of delivering our annual planned works programme. The role offers real variety and involvement in a wide range of exciting projects. We manage circa 6000 stock of residential property, from Victorian terrace houses, through to high rise flats and modern care facilities. Through partnership working, with both the tenant and contractor, you will arrange and manage works from inception to completion to ensure a seamless approach is delivered. Our planned works programme has an annual budget of circa £14 million, with additional multi-million pound refurbishment projects. The projects variety include house extensions for less able tenants, whole house refurbishment, kitchen &amp; bathroom replacement, elemental renewal, external decorations, and repairs and zero net carbon installs. Your work will include feasibility, design, planning, procurement and full contract and project management of a portfolio of projects. About you: We need you to be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills and to have had prior experience of team management.&nbsp; You will need a proven background in the field of building surveying, building construction and project management and administration. Specific requirements:
<ul>
<li>A good communicator with a proven background in building maintenance and construction</li>
<li>Good understanding of building pathology</li>
<li>Working knowledge of procurement legislation and procurement methodology.</li>
<li>Understanding of Standard forms of contract, how they are applied and used from a client perspective on construction projects.</li>
<li>Structured and logical approach to fiscal contract management.</li>
<li>Recognised Building Construction Qualification with member status of the RICS or CIOB.</li>
<li>Competent use of Word, Excel and Outlook.</li>
<li>Full driving licence and vehicle.</li>
</ul>
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential. Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way. Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed. Our offer: We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment. A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Full surveying kit and PPE.</li>
<li>Payment of professional fees</li>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service and 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave.</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the Bennet Road Offices located off Junction 11 of the M4.</li>
<li>
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).</li>
<li>The use of Kennet Day nursery rated outstanding by Ofsted located at The Civic Offices in Reading town centre.</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to &amp; from work.</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.&nbsp; The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax.</li>
<li>Access to an online employee benefits portal with new offers every month.</li>
</ul>
For more information on this position please contact Tony Payne, Housing Surveying Team Manager at <a href="mailto:Anthony.Payne@Reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">Anthony.Payne@Reading.gov.uk</a> <a href="mailto:Anthony.Payne@Reading.gov.uk" target="_blank"></a>Closing Date: Sunday 5th October 2025 Interview Date: TBC Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Reading Borough Council

Principal Building Surveyor - Housing Property Services

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We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated team players, to join our Housing Property Services Team to contribute to protecting the quality of life of our tenants. Our housing stock lies totally within the Borough of Reading and our vision is for everyone to have the opportunity to live in a good quality sustainable home, within in a lively and thriving neighbourhood. We’re working hard to improve disadvantaged areas and enhance people’s lives across the Borough, including a carbon neutral strategy. We are part of a multi-disciplinary team, consisting of 43 staff spread across 5 teams – Building Surveying, Housing New Build, Compliance, Mechanical and Electrical and Quality Assurance. Our role is to deliver a varied programme of repairs, maintenance, refurbishment, and redevelopment to our portfolio of housing stock alongside our Direct Services Organisation. We are open to flexible working patterns and can provide a hybrid working environment which utilises the best of both worlds with a mix of office working located off Junction 11 of the M4 and homeworking, according to the needs of the Service. About the role: The role will require a good understanding of building pathology to identify structural and other related defects to manage packages of works to eradicate and or reduce the build-up of air borne moisture which in turn is affecting the property by presenting a surface mould and other disrepair characteristics. Through partnership working, with both the tenant and contractor, you will arrange and manage works from inception to completion to ensure a seamless approach is delivered. You will ensure that all disrepair and housing conditions claims are dealt with in a consistent, timely manner through to resolution. About you:
<ul>
<li>A good communicator with a proven background in building maintenance and construction</li>
<li>Good understanding of building pathology</li>
<li>Experience of working as a Disrepair Surveyor</li>
<li>An understanding of the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS)</li>
<li>Understanding of and working with a Schedule of Rates</li>
<li>Degree in Building Surveying, or HNC or similar in a building discipline</li>
<li>Competent use of Word, Excel and Outlook.</li>
<li>Full driving licence and vehicle.</li>
</ul>
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential. Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way. Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed. Our offer: We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition are strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment. A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Full surveying kit and PPE</li>
<li>Payment of professional fees</li>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service and 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave.</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the Bennet Road Offices located off Junction 11 of the M4.</li>
<li>
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).</li>
<li>The use of Kennet Day nursery rated outstanding by Ofsted located at The Civic Offices in Reading town centre.</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to &amp; from work.</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.&nbsp; The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax.</li>
<li>Access to an online employee benefits portal with new offers every month.</li>
</ul>
For more information on this position please contact Jo Fuller, Principal Building Surveyor on 0118 937 3811 or <a href="mailto:joanna.fuller@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">joanna.fuller@reading.gov.uk</a> <a href="mailto:joanna.fuller@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank"></a>Closing Date: Sunday 5th October 2025 Interview Date: TBC Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Housing Damp, Mould and Disrepair Surveyor - Housing Property Services

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We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated team players, to join our Housing Property Services Team to contribute to protecting the quality of life of our tenants. Our housing stock lies totally within the Borough of Reading and our vision is for everyone to have the opportunity to live in a good quality sustainable home, within in a lively and thriving neighbourhood. We’re working hard to improve disadvantaged areas and enhance people’s lives across the Borough, including a carbon neutral strategy. We are part of a multi-disciplinary team, consisting of 43 staff spread across 5 teams – Building Surveying, Housing New Build, Compliance, Mechanical and Electrical and Quality Assurance. Our role is to deliver a varied programme of repairs, maintenance, refurbishment, and redevelopment to our portfolio of housing stock alongside our Direct Services Organisation. We are open to flexible working patterns and can provide a hybrid working environment which utilises the best of both worlds with a mix of office working located off Junction 11 of the M4 and homeworking according to the needs of the Service. About the role: The role offers real variety and involvement in a wide range of exciting projects. We manage circa 6000 stock of residential property, from Victorian terrace houses, through to high rise flats and modern care facilities. Through partnership working, with both the tenant and contractor, you will arrange and manage works from inception to completion to ensure a seamless approach is delivered. Our planned works programme has an annual budget of circa £14 million, with additional multi-million pound refurbishment projects. The projects variety include house extensions for less able tenants, whole house refurbishment, kitchen &amp; bathroom replacement, elemental renewal, external decorations and repairs and zero net carbon installs. Your work will include feasibility, design, planning, procurement and full contract and project management of a portfolio of projects. About you: You will need to be a good communicator with a proven background in building maintenance, construction and project management.&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>A good understanding of building pathology.</li>
<li>A working knowledge of category management, procurement legislation and procurement methodology.</li>
<li>An understanding of Standard forms of contract, how they are applied and used from a client perspective, on construction projects.</li>
<li>A structured and logical approach to contract fiscal management.</li>
<li>Degree in Building Surveying, or HNC or similar in a building discipline</li>
<li>Competent use of Word, Excel and Outlook.</li>
<li>Full driving licence and vehicle.</li>
</ul>
Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential. Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way. Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed. Our offer: We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition are strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment. A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Full surveying kit and PPE.</li>
<li>Payment of professional fees</li>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service and 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave.</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the Bennet Road Offices located off Junction 11 of the M4.</li>
<li>
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).</li>
<li>The use of Kennet Day nursery rated outstanding by Ofsted located at The Civic Offices in Reading town centre.</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to &amp; from work.</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.&nbsp; The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax.</li>
<li>Access to an online employee benefits portal with new offers every month.</li>
</ul>
For more information on this position please contact Jo Fuller, Principal Building Surveyor on 0118 937 3811 or <a href="mailto:joanna.fuller@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">joanna.fuller@reading.gov.uk</a> <a href="mailto:joanna.fuller@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank"></a>Closing Date: Sunday 5th October 2025 Interview Date: TBC Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Housing Planned Works Surveyor - Housing Property Services

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An Exciting Opportunity…
Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.
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The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.
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The Post
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The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community, and this role of&nbsp;Prevention Coordinator will be at the heart of that transformation, supporting the Service Reform and Strategy Directorate to deliver on key responsibilities and ambitions set out in the Borough Plan and the organisation’s change programme. This includes shaping and influencing the development of preventative approaches across Adult Social Care (ASC) and the Council.
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The Person
You will have a good understanding of Brent inhouse structures and processes to help further develop our prevention offer and demonstrate the impact of prevention services.
Our Offer to You
In addition to your salary, you will also get to enjoy the following benefits:
<ul>
<li>27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, increasing to 31 days plus 8 bank holidays after 5 years continuous service</li>
<li>Very generous employer pension contribution</li>
<li>Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home 2 days per week (laptop provided)</li>
<li>A wide range of family friendly policies such as parental leave</li>
<li>Access to affordable parking nearby</li>
<li>Access to our Zipcar scheme&nbsp;</li>
<li>Access to our Employee Assistance programme for free confidential counselling</li>
<li>Season ticket loan for public transport</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme and good onsite facilities</li>
<li>Access to My Brent Rewards for big brand discounts, local offers and money off for travel, cinema and shopping vouchers.</li>
</ul>
Closing date: 23 September 2025 (23:59)

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Additional Information&nbsp;

If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the "Apply Now" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still provide a supporting statement.


Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.

 The information we collect from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas and your data protection rights, can be found&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">here</a>.
&nbsp;
Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.
&nbsp;
As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including “non-visible” disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on&nbsp;&nbsp;<a>recruitment@brent.gov.uk&nbsp;</a>

Brent Council

This is Brent

Prevention Coordinator

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Are you looking for the next step in you Occupational Therapist career?
Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.
The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.
The Post
We are looking for Deputy Team Manager Occupational Therapist for Brent’s Reablement Team which is&nbsp;an integrated service combining the fast-paced response to Pathway 1 Home First discharges and the delivery of reablement and social care services in a short term response team set up. The team’s ethos is about promoting and enabling independence and we have good working relationships with our partners and colleagues in the hubs and intermediate care.&nbsp;
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist, who have experience of working with adults with physical disabilities and older people to take an active role with day to day running of the Team in providing specialist advice, guidance, support and supervision to qualified and non-qualified social care and OT staff working within the team. Also the opportunity to develop the team services and role in delivering the Integrated Care Partnership.&nbsp;
Brent Adult Social Care is committed to an organisational culture that invests and empowers its staff to take ownership and accountability to enable staff to provide excellent services to residents to help keep them safe in the community. Person centred services are aimed at maximising independence through building resilience and empowerment to enable people to manage their care and be independent.
The Person
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a progressive and Multi-disciplinary team comprising of Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, Care Assessors and OT assistants providing Reablement to clients in their own homes. The successful candidates will have key roles in developing:
Improved pathways with the existing community social care and intermediate care services as part of the Integrated Care Partnership with our Acute and Community NHS provider Trusts and 3rd Sector organisations
Working with Brent’s Adult Social Care brokerage team on training of new Reablement Home Care providers.&nbsp;
Staff development and training for team members as an integral role in the retention and upskilling of the workforce in Adult Social Care.&nbsp;
The successful candidates will ideally have post graduate experience in Social Care and or Intermediate Care, have experience of supervising staff and or students in the work place and of working with Home Care providers and/or Reablement providers.
Our Offer to You
In addition to your salary, you will also get to enjoy the following benefits:
<ul>
<li>A £5000 ‘golden hello’ for DTM OTs new to Brent, upon completion of their probationary period.</li>
<li>An annual retention payment of £3000 for eligible frontline workers and managers from Grade PO2 – PO7</li>
<li>27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, increasing to 31 days plus 8 bank holidays after 5 years continuous service</li>
<li>Very generous employer pension contribution</li>
<li>Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home 2 days per week (laptop provided)</li>
<li>A wide range of family friendly policies such as parental leave</li>
<li>Access to affordable parking nearby</li>
<li>Access to our Zipcar scheme&nbsp;</li>
<li>Access to our Employee Assistance programme for free confidential counselling</li>
<li>Season ticket loan for public transport</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme and good onsite facilities</li>
<li>Access to My Brent Rewards for big brand discounts, local offers and money off for travel, cinema and shopping vouchers.</li>
</ul>
Closing Date: 5 October 2025 (23:59) &nbsp;
Additional Information&nbsp; &nbsp;
To Be Updated By Recruitment Team

If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the "Apply Now" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still provide a supporting statement.


Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.
&nbsp;
The information we collect from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas and your data protection rights, can be found&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">here</a>. &nbsp;
Brent has a positive approach to flexible working. &nbsp;
As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including “non-visible” disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@brent.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@brent.gov.uk</a>

Deputy Team Manager Occupational Therapist

<h4> Location </h4> Alfreton <h4> Agile working – work style </h4> Agile Worker <h4> Business Area </h4> Legal <h4> Department </h4> East Midland Legal Services <h4> Rank </h4> N/A <h4> Grade </h4> L <h4>Salary</h4>£43,920 - £56,073<h4> Part/Full Time </h4> Full Time <h4> Hours per Week </h4> 22.5 <h4> Additional Working Conditions </h4> Suitable for Job Share, Flexi-time, Part Time, Weekend Working <h4> Type of Contract </h4> Permanent <h4> Vetting Level Required </h4> MV <h4> Description </h4>Drive excellence and champion policing standards.Join East Midlands Legal Services as a Solicitor on a part-time basis representing five regional police forces in a fast-paced, dedicated legal team. You’ll provide expert legal advice and manage a diverse caseload that makes a real impact on policing.We offer full support and training, helping you to achieve your potential and develop your skills in an exciting and diverse area of work. The role is based at Alfreton but is an agile position with minimal office working. You’ll be <ul><li>Managing a caseload in line with the case management system procedures.</li><li>Supporting colleagues and promoting excellence as part of an expert team.</li><li>Maintaining and developing skills in a unique area of law.</li></ul>You must have<ul><li>Recent civil litigation experience.</li><li>Skilled handling legal work and managing a case load.</li><li>Ability to influence others with effective negotiation skills.</li></ul>What’s in it for you?At Derbyshire Constabulary, we want to create an environment that puts people first, so you feel supported in everything you do. We have a range of <a href="https://careers.derbyshire.police.uk/what-we-can-offer-you" target="_blank">reward and benefits</a> available to all our employees.What’s nextPlease click APPLY to complete the application form, telling us how you meet the essential and desirable criteria by showcasing your skills and experience.To support you with your application we have provided some <a href="https://sway.cloud.microsoft/vGS12xsbDC1vl4vU?ref=Link&amp;loc=mysways" target="_blank">application guidance</a> and <a href="https://careers.derbyshire.police.uk/find-job/our-recruitment-process" target="_blank">our recruitment process</a>.<ul><li>Vacancy closes Thursday 2nd October 2025 at 23:55.</li></ul>If you want a chat about how we can help you throughout the recruitment process and your career with us, get in touch with the Recruitment Team: <a href="mailto:careers@derbyshire.police.uk" target="_blank">careers@derbyshire.police.uk</a>For part time hours the salary will be calculated on a pro-rata basis, this is based on the number of hours for the vacancy.Who we areAt Derbyshire Constabulary, policing isn’t just patrolling the streets. Just as important as our uniformed officers is our dedicated team of professional support staff working behind the scenes. It’s these skilled people, like you who contribute to the policing of Derbyshire.To understand how you can make Derbyshire safer together visit our <a href="https://careers.derbyshire.police.uk/" target="_blank">careers website</a>.We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from underrepresented and neurodiverse backgrounds, so that we can truly reflect the communities that we serve in.<h4> Document Attachment </h4><a href="https://shrsc.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/channel-1/appcentre-3/brand-5/xf-528556b47b9e/candidate/download_file_opp/8721/56782/1/0/d29bf7acf6535cd3fd4f6f754c656744daad400d" target="_blank"> Solictior (Litigation).pdf – 170KB </a> 





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Derbyshire Constabulary

Solicitor (Litigation)

<h4> Location </h4> Derbyshire, Leicestershire <h4> Agile working – work style </h4> Not applicable <h4> Business Area </h4> EMSOU <h4> Department </h4> EMTSU <h4> Rank </h4> N/A <h4> Grade </h4> J <h4>Salary</h4>£37,692 - £52,491<h4> Part/Full Time </h4> Full Time <h4> Hours per Week </h4> 37 <h4> Additional Working Conditions </h4> Suitable for Job Share, Flexi-time, Weekend Working, Not Applicable <h4> Type of Contract </h4> Permanent <h4> Vetting Level Required </h4> MV, SC <h4> Description </h4>Use cutting-edge technology to support serious crime investigations.Join the East Midlands Special Operations Unit (EMSOU) as a Technical Officer where you’ll play a key role in supporting serious and organised crime investigations, offering expert advice to police teams. Designing and deploying surveillance systems, you’ll operate these identifying faults and taking swift action to resolve them.You’ll be <ul><li>Designing and implementing technical surveillance systems as required.</li><li>Offering specialist advice and support to policing teams.</li><li>Working in restricted spaces, at height and in hard-to-reach locations.</li></ul>You must have<ul><li>Work experience in a relevant field.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and coaching those with little/no technical skill.</li><li>Teamworking skills in an environment with no supervision.</li></ul>What’s in it for you?By joining us, you will be part of a team of highly skilled, professional, and dedicated colleagues and partners, who are committed to policing with integrity. We offer a range of exciting career pathways, formal training, secondments, mentoring and development opportunities to improve your skills and help you progress your career. We offer continued professional development, through events, guest speakers, and training for everyone. Your skills will help keep people safe.What’s nextPlease click apply to complete your application, stating how you meet the essential/desirable criteria as listed within the job description.To support you with your application we have provided some application <a href="https://sway.office.com/vGS12xsbDC1vl4vU?ref=Link&amp;loc=mysways" target="_blank">useful guidance</a> and our <a href="https://careers.derbyshire.police.uk/find-job/our-recruitment-process" target="_blank">recruitment process</a>.<ul><li>Vacancy closes Sunday 5th October 2025 at 23:55.</li></ul>Who we areWe are a collaborative unit of officers and staff tackling the most serious, organised, and violent crime, counter terrorism and extremism and providing forensic services on behalf of the region.To find out more about <a href="https://www.emsou.police.uk/vacancies" target="_blank">EMSOU</a> visit our website.<a href="https://www.emsou.police.uk/vacancies" target="_blank">EMSOU</a> has a commitment to inclusion, diversity, and equality, we celebrate difference and encourage diversity of thought.<a href="https://www.emsou.police.uk/vacancies" target="_blank">EMSOU</a>are Disability Confident Committed.<h4> Document Attachment </h4><a href="https://shrsc.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/channel-1/appcentre-3/brand-5/xf-28e04df6badd/candidate/download_file_opp/8895/56782/1/0/a744205afa396ba71a3ba510064740bb93a55900" target="_blank"> Technical Officer.pdf – 201KB </a> 





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Technical Officer

<h4> Location </h4> Force Headquarters <h4> Business Area </h4> Digital Data and Technology <h4> Department </h4> TS - IT Support <h4> Rank </h4> N/A <h4> Grade </h4> 5 <h4>Salary</h4>£34,329 - £38,754<h4> Part/Full Time </h4> Full Time <h4> Hours per Week </h4> 37 <h4> Additional Working Conditions </h4> Flexi-time, Weekend Working <h4> Type of Contract </h4> Permanent <h4> Vetting Level Required </h4> MV, SC <h4> Description </h4>From incident to resolution, help drive IT reliability!Working as our Software Analyst, you’ll be responsible for the available of IT software related components, ensuring there is support for incidents.Resolving problems, investigating and identifying the root cause of any incidents and ensuring a high level of customer service.What you’ll be doing<ul><li>Responsible for the implementation, support and operation of IT software and associated hardware components</li><li>Working with stakeholders to gather technical data</li><li>Responsible for problem management in relation to IT software and associated hardware components.</li></ul>The must haves<ul><li>Experience of conducting software life cycle and configuration management</li><li>Experience of investigating and managing software and associated hardware incidents</li><li>Ability to provide a high-quality service to individuals and departments, managing customer expectations</li></ul>What’s next Please click APPLY to complete your application telling us how you meet the essential and desirable criteria by providing examples that highlight your skills and experience.To support you with your application we’ve provided some <a href="https://sway.office.com/f7vdBgaEUUPYS6db?ref=Link&amp;loc=mysways" target="_blank">application guidance</a> and the <a href="https://careers.leics.police.uk/find-your-place-in-the-force/supporting-force/police-staff-recruitment-process" target="_blank">recruitment process</a>.<ul><li>Vacancy closes on 5th October 2025 at 23:55.</li></ul>If you want a chat about how we can help you throughout the recruitment process and your career with us, get in touch with the Talent Acquisition Team: <a href="mailto:talent@derbyshire.police.uk" target="_blank">talent@derbyshire.police.uk</a>.To understand how you can make a difference visit our <a href="https://careers.leics.police.uk/" target="_blank">careers website</a>.We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from underrepresented and neurodiverse backgrounds, so that we can truly reflect the communities that we serve in.<h4> Document Attachment </h4><a href="https://shrsc.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/channel-1/appcentre-3/brand-5/xf-43bffc915833/candidate/download_file_opp/8854/56782/1/0/59236a24e4099ded1ca2fa1c0235efd5f5e58d3b" target="_blank"> IT Software Analyst.pdf – 226KB </a> 





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Leicestershire Police

IT Software Analyst

<h4> Location </h4> Mansfield House <h4> Business Area </h4> Criminal Justice <h4> Department </h4> J - Criminal Justice Department <h4> Rank </h4> N/A <h4> Grade </h4> 7 <h4>Salary</h4>£42,897 - £47,712<h4> Hours per Week </h4> 37 <h4> Additional Working Conditions </h4> Suitable for Job Share, Flexi-time, Part Time <h4> Type of Contract </h4> Permanent <h4> Vetting Level Required </h4> MV, SC <h4> Description </h4>Shape Criminal Justice through strategic insight and performance-driven change.Join us as a Performance and Development Manager and drive national Criminal Justice change through strategic coordination and collaboration. You'll lead key business functions such as risk, continuity, and environmental scanning and work closely with internal teams and partner forces to integrate CJ into the wider performance design.You’ll be <ul><li>Optimising partnership work and supporting key relationships.</li><li>Lead planning and compliance for continuity, performance, Health &amp; Safety and training.</li><li>Anticipating areas that will require development and focus.</li></ul>You must <ul><li>Hold a Level 5 Management Diploma and be degree educated or have equivalent work experience.</li><li>Have a record overseeing performance schemes in a complex environment.</li><li>Be an effective collaborative worker and have influencing skills.</li></ul>What’s in it for you? At Leicestershire Police, we want to create an environment that puts people first, so you feel supported in everything you do. We have a range of <a href="https://careers.leics.police.uk/what-we-can-offer-you" target="_blank">reward and benefits</a> available to all our employees.What’s next Please click APPLY to attach your up-to-date CV and tailored Supporting Statement, telling us how you meet the essential and desirable criteria by showcasing your skills and experience.To support you with your application we’ve provided some <a href="https://sway.office.com/f7vdBgaEUUPYS6db?ref=Link&amp;loc=mysways" target="_blank">application guidance</a> and the <a href="https://careers.leics.police.uk/find-your-place-in-the-force/supporting-force/police-staff-recruitment-process" target="_blank">recruitment process</a>.<ul><li>Vacancy closes on Sunday 28th September 2025 at 23:55.</li></ul>For part time hours the salary will be calculated on a pro-rata basis, this is based on the number of hours for the vacancy.If you want a chat about how we can help you throughout the recruitment process and your career with us, get in touch with the Recruitment Team: <a href="mailto:careers@leics.police.uk" target="_blank">careers@leics.police.uk</a>Who we areAt Leicestershire Police it’s not just patrolling the streets. Just as important as our uniformed officers is our dedicated team of professional and support staff working behind the scenes. It’s these skilled people, people like you who contribute to the policing of Leicestershire. To understand how you can make a difference visit our <a href="https://careers.leics.police.uk/" target="_blank">careers website</a>.We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from underrepresented and neurodiverse backgrounds, so that we can truly reflect the communities that we serve in.<h4> Document Attachment </h4><a href="https://shrsc.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/channel-1/appcentre-3/brand-5/xf-6db23c784050/candidate/download_file_opp/8921/56782/1/0/01cd3158f43357a028668a8279580be2682b3b7f" target="_blank"> Performance and Development Manager.pdf – 260KB </a> 





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Performance and Development Manager

<h4> Location </h4> Force Headquarters <h4> Business Area </h4> Other <h4> Department </h4> PR - Prevention <h4> Rank </h4> N/A <h4> Grade </h4> 5 <h4>Salary</h4>£34,329 - £38,754<h4> Part/Full Time </h4> Full Time <h4> Hours per Week </h4> 37 <h4> Additional Working Conditions </h4> Suitable for Job Share, Flexi-time, Part Time <h4> Type of Contract </h4> Permanent <h4> Vetting Level Required </h4> RV <h4> Description </h4>Help tackle crime through environmental design! As a Design Out Crime Officer for Leicestershire Police you will work closely with local authorities, architects and building developers providing specialist advice and guidance on achieving long term, sustainable solutions to crime and disorder problems through environmental design.What you’ll be doing<ul><li>Providing specialist advice on the security, design and refurbishment of developments to minimise crime, disorder and anti-social behaviour</li><li>Influencing local authority planning departments to prioritise the principles of reducing crime</li><li>Reviewing and giving feedback on planning applications to identify areas of risk</li></ul>The must haves<ul><li>Educated to Degree level in any subject or have experience of working at that level</li><li>Have knowledge of evidence-based crime prevention strategies and techniques</li><li>Experience working with internal and external partners</li></ul>What’s in it for you? At Leicestershire Police, we want to create an environment that puts people first, so you feel supported in everything you do. We have a range of <a href="https://careers.leics.police.uk/what-we-can-offer-you" target="_blank">reward and benefits</a> available to all our employees.What’s next Read through the job description and then click APPLY to complete your application.To support you with your application we’ve provided some <a href="https://sway.office.com/f7vdBgaEUUPYS6db?ref=Link&amp;loc=mysways" target="_blank">application guidance</a> and the <a href="https://careers.leics.police.uk/find-your-place-in-the-force/supporting-force/police-staff-recruitment-process" target="_blank">recruitment process</a>.<ul><li>Vacancy closes on Tuesday 23rd September at 23:55.</li></ul>For part time hours the salary will be calculated on a pro-rata basis, this is based on the number of hours for the vacancy.If you want a chat about how we can help you throughout the recruitment process and your career with us, get in touch with the Talent Acquisition Team: <a href="mailto:careers@leics.police.uk" target="_blank">careers@leics.police.uk</a>Who we areAt Leicestershire Police it’s not just patrolling the streets. Just as important as our uniformed officers is our dedicated team of professional and support staff working behind the scenes. It’s these skilled people, people like you who contribute to the policing of Leicestershire. To understand how you can make a difference visit our <a href="https://careers.leics.police.uk/" target="_blank">careers website</a>.We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from underrepresented and neurodiverse backgrounds, so that we can truly reflect the communities that we serve in.<h4> Document Attachment </h4><a href="https://shrsc.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/channel-1/appcentre-3/brand-5/xf-5701297ba628/candidate/download_file_opp/8772/56782/1/0/1be47da932c081e2d9b86492420f0867e10ebda7" target="_blank"> Design Out Crime Officer.pdf – 277KB </a> 





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Design Out Crime Officer

Traditionally a role fulfilled by the Head of Legal Services, the council has created this new stand-alone post to acknowledge both the importance of the work, and to deal with the challenges of Local Government Reorganisation. The role is perfect for a serving Deputy Data Protection Officer or an existing Data Protection Officer seeking a new challenge. Main responsibilitiesFulfilling a statutory role, the DPO is the lead officer with oversight of all Council wide personal data processing activities and the candidate must be willing to be the designated officer. The candidate will lead the organisation in data protection best practice and provide specialist advice, support and training to all services across the organisation. The ideal candidate<ul><li>A holder of relevant qualifications (and preferably a law degree);</li><li>An expert in Data Protection and FOIA, able to line manage support staff, and lead the organisation in data protection best practice;</li><li>Ability to provide specialist advice, support and training to staff and elected members across the organisation as to data best practices and FIOA;</li><li>Responsible officer for monitoring and improving the organisation’s compliance with legislation;</li><li>Swiftly deal with data breaches/incidents and developing lessons learned papers to mitigate future breaches;</li><li>To assist the organisation to be prepared for Local Government Reorganisation, and manage the data migration at the appropriate time.</li></ul> We will continue to advertise this post until we find the right candidate. If you are interested we recommend applying as soon as possible.





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Data Protection Officer

Due to a transformation programme and local government reorganisation, the Council has created this exciting new role to support the organisation, legal services, and the Head of Legal Services in going forward to becoming a new organisation. The role is ideal for a current Principal Lawyer wishing to take the next step in their career, or a serving deputy looking for a new challenge. Main Responsibilities <ul><li>To act as deputy to the head of legal services and act as one of her deputy monitoring officers;</li><li>To line manage professional and support staff and to mentor the same;</li><li>To support the head of legal services in her work relating to Local Government Reorganisation;</li><li>To assist with the managing of the service budget including proactively considering savings and effective spend strategies, and implementing strategies to minimise costs relating to external legal services;</li><li>To ensure legal advice is high quality, and delivered in a timely, professional way;</li><li>To proactively review and recommend changes to strategy and policy resulting from changing legislation;</li><li>To assist on streamlining practices including workflows into the service;</li><li>To deputise for the DPO where required, including internal reviews;</li><li>To deal with complaints where necessary including first and second tier complaints;</li><li>To develop and embed at pace trusted customer focused relationships with members, senior management across the business areas and to support the delivery of service priorities, including understanding the objectives and challenges in each business area;</li><li>To lead by example by exhibiting and promoting the Council’s values and behaviours;</li></ul> Please note this is a politically restricted post for the purposes of the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. The Ideal Candidate <ul><li>A qualified solicitor or barrister, with local government and management experience of at least principal lawyer level. </li><li>Demonstrable knowledge and experience in providing legal advice to more than one core business areas. </li><li>A resilient leader who deals well with multiple competing challenges;</li><li>A track record of finding creative solutions to legal challenges and the ability to think strategically across</li><li>Organisational boundaries to provide solutions. </li><li>Ability to see the big picture, interpret it and proactively develop relevant strategies, plans and deliverables. </li></ul>We will continue to advertise this post until we find the right candidate. If you are interested we recommend applying as soon as possible.<ul></ul>

Deputy Head of Legal Services and Deputy Monitoring Officer

About the BoroughThis special place in South West London between the capital and the country has been a Royal borough longer than anywhere else - it is where the first kings of England were crowned.Today it is a vibrant and diverse borough, with a long history and strong cultural and community heritage. Kingston's riverside location, fantastic retail offer, historic market place and church, parks and gardens all make Kingston town centre the vibrant space it is, and each of our district town centres (Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth and Chessington) have something unique to offer.Situated in Zone 6, Kingston is among the best-connected town centres in London – with direct train links from Kingston and Surbiton stations to Clapham Junction and London Waterloo, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and Tramlink.Kingston’s people are innovative and entrepreneurial, and have a strong sense of community pride. The borough has been home to great industry and creativity for many years, reflected in assets such as the Rose Theatre, the International Youth Arts Festival and Kingston University, which boasts more new graduate business start-ups than any other.We have seen tremendous generosity and compassion within our communities, particularly in response to COVID-19, which is a demonstration of Kingston’s key strength. The council offers a strong level of support to vulnerable groups and those who need additional support, which has also increased significantly as a result of the pandemic. Like most places, the average age of our population is rising as more people are living longer, so we are working closely with residents to help them maintain their independence and further improve the cost effectiveness of our service to meet the ongoing rise in demand.Kingston is home to people from diverse and interesting cultures and backgrounds, which helps to create the rich sense of community shared across the borough. In particular, Kingston has a large Sri Lankan Tamil community and is home to more people from Korea than any other part of the UK.About the Service and TeamThe Kingston Safeguarding Adults Board (KSAB) is seeking an independent chair to lead the local safeguarding partnership.You will need to be a strong leader and bring innovative ways of working to ensure robust and effective safeguarding partnership across Kingston Upon Thames cross-working with Local Safeguarding Children Partnerships, Community Safety and other local partnership networks.&nbsp;Applicants are welcome from any professional background including health, local government and police. Our emphasis is on strategic and systems leadership and chairing skills. The Independent Chair will be accountable to the SAB Executive, consisting of Senior Officers representing the statutory partner agencies: Local Authority, Police and Health. This is an exciting opportunity for the right individual to make a real difference to local people.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateThe successful candidate will be strategic and clear thinking, able to negotiate, support partners to constructively challenge each other to deliver high-quality adult safeguarding work across the partnership. This will be underpinned by the applicant's ability to communicate clearly and succinctly verbally and in writing with an ability to produce clear, accurate and concise written reports and communications on behalf of the SAB, including production of the SAB Annual Report. To ensure that the Kingston Safeguarding Adults Board fulfils its statutory duties the SAB Independent Chair will:<ul><li>Chair the SAB Executive and other SAB strategic meetings.</li><li>Draft, develop and publish a strategic plan setting out how the SAB will meet its objectives and priorities and how their member and partner agencies will contribute.</li><li>To quality assure and contribute to the SAB’s annual report detailing how effective the SAB has been.</li><li>Ensure that Safeguarding Adult Reviews (SARs) for any cases which meet the criteria for a SAR are undertaken.</li><li>Link in with national and regional networks bringing new initiatives and publications to the membership</li><li>Be connected to the safeguarding children's and community safety partnerships</li></ul> Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience:<ul><li>A relevant academic or professional qualification in health, social care or police.</li><li>Significant experience at operational and strategic level in a relevant field; social care, health, education or criminal justice.</li><li>A working knowledge of the adult safeguarding agenda.</li><li>A proven track-record of effective leadership at strategic level.</li><li>The ability to lead a complex multi-agency partnership and support the SAB to deliver its strategic priorities and to offer assurance and changes in policy and practice to improve safeguarding outcomes.</li><li>You will act as an ambassador for KSAB and promote the importance of safeguarding is everybody's business.</li><li>You will seek to ensure that the voices of people who draw on care and support, their families and carers are heard and acted upon within Board work</li></ul>Paid on a consultancy basis, it is anticipated that this role will require up to a maximum of 26 days per annum. The specific commitment required will be agreed as part of the appointment process and is open to negotiation. The daily rate will be £700 per day including any travel costs. The arrangement would be for an initial period of 2 years with an annually renewable contract subject to six months’ notice by either party.Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation.Application ProcessPlease apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the ‘Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme’ at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we’re incredibly proud of.Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce.As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role.We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer and this means that everyone working at the Royal Borough of Kingston, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors and suppliers receive the London Living Wage. The real Living Wage is higher than the government’s minimum, or National Living Wage, and is an independently calculated hourly rate of pay that is based on the actual cost of living.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.





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Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames

Independent Chair - Kingston Safeguarding Adults Board

<h4> Job Description </h4>Overview London Borough of Harrow has a fantastic opportunity for a Deputy Team Manager to join its First Response Team (FRT).The postholder will assist the Team Managers in supervising and supporting Social Care staff, to provide a range of family support services for children in need, including those in need of protection, children looked after, those subject to public care proceedings and where directed by the court those subject to private care proceedings.As Deputy Team Manager you will take responsibility for developing skills, expertise and knowledge for a wide range of practice issues and to provide consultation, coaching and mentoring within the Team, and across the Service as a whole. This will include taking responsibility to maintain and develop professional links and leads with partner agencies and the voluntary sector. This role shall undertake professional supervision of a number of social workers within the team structure. About You The successful candidate will have:<ul><li>Working knowledge of all statutory duties and responsibilities relating to children and families, including:- • Legislation • Regulations and Standards • Government Objectives and Initiatives • National &amp; Common Assessment Framework</li><li>Demonstrated user consultation and participation focusing on the needs of children and young people, service users and carers.</li><li>Experience of court work derived from experience of care proceedings.</li><li>Experience of undertaking complex social work assessment and practice which take fully into consideration the child/young person’s background and lifestyle choices.</li><li>Ability to develop effective working relationships with a wide range of service providers both from statutory and voluntary agencies.</li><li>Educated to degree level or equivalent or has the equivalent relevant work experience.</li><li>Registered with Social Work England.</li></ul>This post will require a satisfactory enhanced DBS. Related Documents For more information, please refer to the <a href="https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=25265&amp;hashed=559841295" target="_blank">Role Profile/Selection Criteria</a><h4>About us</h4> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.<h4>Other information</h4> Support for candidates visit:<a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&amp;categoryId=210277" target="_blank">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11" target="_blank">below G11</a> and <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11" target="_blank">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council" target="_blank"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a><h4>Important Note</h4> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice" target="_blank">equality statement</a>. As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting <a href="www.cifas.org.uk/fpn">www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a> 





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