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Introduction
Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!
We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.
Are you passionate about housing and helping clients with their homeless journey? Do you have the skills and knowledge to make a difference in our temporary accommodation service? You could be at the forefront of shaping strategies that make a difference to our clients in temporary accommodation.
What’s the role?
Housing Services Directorate is looking to appoint an Accommodation Assessment &amp; Lettings Team Leader to manage a team of six Accommodation Assessment &amp; Lettings Officers responsible for offering suitable accommodation under S188 and S193 duties. Successful management of this service area will ensure we deliver a high quality, customer-focused approach to our applicants eligible for homelessness assistance and continuous improvement and efficiency in the service delivery. In addition, you will ensure officers complete S208, enforce offer of suitable accommodation, correctly undertake the discharge of duty and complete all other tasks relevant to their role.
What’s in it for you?
Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:
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<li>Generous holiday allowance</li>
<li>Local Government Pension scheme</li>
<li>Flexible working and family friendly policies</li>
<li>Season ticket and bicycle loans</li>
<li>A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships</li>
<li>Supportive staff networks</li>
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What we’re looking for
We are seeking an experienced Accommodation Assessment &amp; Lettings Team Leader with a good working knowledge of managing a team responsible for offering accommodation under S188 and S193, Part 6 &amp; 7 of the Housing Act 1996, Homelessness Act 2002 and Localism Act 2011 and its application. You must have knowledge and understanding of the activities, functions and processes involved in offering suitable accommodation under S188 and S193 as well as issuing discharge of duty decisions.
In return, we will offer excellent development opportunities, plus a range of benefits that includes a career average pension scheme, flexible working and the opportunity to make a real difference to our local community.
Location
The job is primarily based in Laurence House, Catford, London, SE6 4RU, but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.
Special conditions
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<li>working knowledge of S188 and S193 &amp; Part 7 of the Housing Act 1996</li>
<li>understanding of the processes involved in issuing discharge of duty decisions</li>
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The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.
<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us" target="_blank">Applicant handbook</a>&nbsp;- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.
For an informal discussion about this job, please contact Abdul Hamid on 07385 226267
Salary
£47,628 - £49,638 per annum (P03)
N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.
Diversity
Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at <a href="http://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a>
The Council has a dedicated employment support service, <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email <a href="mailto:JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and an advisor will be in touch with you.
The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.
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As a HR Assistant, you’ll gain exposure to a variety of different areas of HR, from employee relations to recruitment, training and absence management. Working in one of our Service areas, you’ll provide a tailored administrative service to our staff and build up your HR experience.
You’ll get involved in the day to day running of the Council from supporting with sickness absence management and recruitment to taking notes at meetings and assisting with employee relations cases.
Sevenoaks District Council is unique in creating a people-first approach which was recognised through the re-awarding of our Investors in People Platinum status. With a strong focus on development, you’ll benefit from the wide variety of experience within our team, and you’ll have the opportunity to determine in which HR discipline your passion lies.
This role is ideally suited to a graduate, school leaver or administrator looking to develop their HR career.
Previous applicants need not apply 
This role will be based at our Council Offices, Argyle Road, Sevenoaks Kent TN13 1HG and our Dunbrik Depot, Sundridge, TN14 6EP. We currently operate a hybrid working model for the majority of our roles where your working time will be divided between the office (2-3 days) and home working (2-3 days)
Do you want to know more about the role? 
For further details on the role, please see the job description or for an informal discussion about the role, please contact Dorota Pajsert, HR Change Manager, on 01732 227092.
Do you want to ensure you have the best chance of being shortlisted?
Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements as your application will be judged against these criteria.
Closing date: 2nd September 2025
Interviews: 30th September 2025

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Job Title:&nbsp;Payroll and Pensions Administrator&nbsp;
Location:&nbsp;Islington, London, (Around a 10 minute walk from Highbury and Islington station) Hybrid working with 2 days a week in the office and service visits regularly across London, Brighton, Luton, Bedford, Kent, and Liverpool. Once a month, the full People and Culture team have a collaborative office day on a Monday.&nbsp;
Salary:&nbsp;£27,000
Shift Pattern:&nbsp;Full Time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:00, with some flexibility around these hours as required.
About the role
Our People and Culture team are hiring a Payroll and Pensions Administrator to join the team to support with ensuring our staff are paid efficiently, accurately, and on time. You will play a pivotal part of the team to support with the preparation and processing of monthly payroll for all, coordinating effective and efficient end-to-end payroll and pensions administration, plus any additional relevant activities. You will utilise the tools and resources available to ensure we meet the needs of all our stakeholders and comply with legal matters. The role will further include:
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<li>Taking ownership of administrative tasks in the payroll and pensions process, being the point of contact for enquiries in this area.</li>
<li>Supporting the administrative process of payroll and pensions, including with the database/system, ensure that any problems are identified with the relevant departments for effective resolution.</li>
<li>Ensure Full Payment Submissions (FPS) within tight deadlines and process for all adaptations are carried out in a timely manner.</li>
<li>Support relevant colleagues to ensure the correct payments, reports, and returns are made to HMRC, pension providers, and other bodies.</li>
<li>Work in collaboration with functions within the organisation to ensure consistency of information and process.</li>
<li>Ensure all data and reporting is updated in a timely manner across the relevant databases on a regular basis and fit the needs of the business.</li>
</ul>
In this role, you will report to the Payroll and Pensions Manager, working alongside the wider People and Culture team which includes the Generalist team, Talent Acquisition team, Workforce Development, and Talent Development team. As a team, we all have our strengths and individual qualities and interests, we support each other wherever possible and have a collaborative working culture. Once a month, we meet as a team and come together for a fun activity and collaborative working.
About you
We are looking for someone who is methodical and intuitive, with a detail oriented outlook to tasks, with the ability to take ownership of projects and workflows, using your skills, knowledge and materials to provide an excellent service. We are looking for someone who can work in a fast paced environment, able to work with conflicting priorities, whilst maintaining a high level professional service. We look for personable characteristics, someone who can get along well with others and is approachable. As a team we have individual interests and share a sense of humour, we try bring an element of enjoyment to our workplace when we can! You will have a real passion for what we do as an organisation, and be driven to work within the charity sector which transforms lives through empowering change.&nbsp;
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<li>Experience in a similar role, taking on similar responsibilities in payroll capacity</li>
<li>Experience in providing a high level of quality administration and customer support (internal or external customers)</li>
<li>Knowledge and experience using a payroll systems is desirable</li>
<li>Good understanding of HMRC requirements, including Statutory Sick Pay (SSP), statutory maternity and paternity pay</li>
<li>Experience of providing a high level of numerical administration and communications, commensurate to the level of the role</li>
<li>IT Proficiency, ability to learn new software programs, competent knowledge in Microsoft, including Word, Excel, and Outlook</li>
<li>Ability and willingness to attend regular visits to our different service locations</li>
<li>Working knowledge and understanding of payroll, pensions and other relevant laws and external policies commensurate to the level of the role.</li>
</ul>
Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
What we offer
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<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>
<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>
<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing</li>
<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>
<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>
<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>
<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>
<li>Be part of an organisation which believes good care and support improves lives.</li>
<li>Join an organisation with a mission to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.</li>
</ul>
We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all our employees. We're proud to mention that our staff Ambassadors career aspirations generally benefit from embracing this unique opportunity to develop their respective skill sets in spaces that exist outside of their daily roles. SIG actively encourages applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly lived experience; Naturally, we approach any emerging issues with empathy and sensitivity.&nbsp;
About Social Interest Group (SIG)
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings (including people's own homes), probation settings, and hospitals awaiting discharge. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent. We believe in the power of well-planned, well-managed services to make a difference. We work with high standards and external and internal regulatory frameworks. Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be" target="_blank">Theory of Change</a>&nbsp;Further details can be found on our website here:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>.&nbsp;
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.&nbsp;
For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a>&nbsp;or call our central office on&nbsp;<a href="tel:02036689270" target="_blank">020 3668 9270</a>&nbsp;to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back.&nbsp;
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our&nbsp;<a href="https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/" target="_blank">website</a>.
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Payroll and Pension Administrator

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Are you a compassionate and skilled&nbsp;Social&nbsp;Worker with a heart for advocacy, empathy and connection? Do you believe in the power of truly being there for people during life’s most profound moments? If so, we’d love to meet you.
We are currently seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join our Family and Individual Support Services team at the hospice. This is a unique and deeply rewarding role, working alongside a vibrant multidisciplinary team including Counsellors, Chaplains, Therapists, telephone support assistants, and other professionals. Together, we walk alongside individuals and families navigating palliative illness, end of life care needs and bereavement.
What You’ll Do:
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<li>Provide emotional, practical, and psychosocial support to patients, carers, and families</li>
<li>Advocate for carers and those facing serious illness, helping them access the support they need</li>
<li>Collaborate with colleagues across the hospice to deliver holistic, person-centred care</li>
<li>Be a reassuring presence, a skilled listener, and a compassionate guide through complex times</li>
</ul>
We’re Looking for Someone Who:
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<li>Is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others</li>
<li>Has strong communication and advocacy skills</li>
<li>Understands the unique dynamics of end-of-life care</li>
<li>Thrives in a team-focused, supportive environment</li>
</ul>
What We Offer:
<ul>
<li>A welcoming and collaborative&nbsp;workplace</li>
<li>Opportunities for professional development and reflective practice</li>
<li>The chance to be part of something truly meaningful</li>
</ul>
Based at the hospice with access to the community
Full-time or job share – we’re flexible for the right person
Any questions please contact Shahina Haque, Family &amp; Individual Support Manager&nbsp;01708 753319&nbsp;- we’d be happy to talk it through with you.
Please note that an enhanced DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check will be undertaken as part of our pre-employment screening for the successful candidate.
To apply, please click on the apply link above.

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Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities! We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants. Lewisham Council’s Housing Service is seeking a new&nbsp;Head of Private Sector Licencing and Home Improvement as part of our senior leadership team in the Housing Services Directorate. The role It’s an exciting time to join us. Lewisham is a vibrant and rewarding place to live and work –full of ambition, energy and a huge amount of potential. Our people are passionate, diverse and engaged in the work we do. We are proud of our strong, welcoming communities and of being recognised as the UK’s first borough of Sanctuary. It’s also a challenging time for us, with significant financial pressure and increasing demand for our services. We are meeting this challenge head on, with a radical and bold change agenda underway across the organisation. Here in the housing service, we are passionate about our vision that everyone has a safe, stable and genuinely affordable home where they can live an independent and prosperous life. Maintaining high standards and ensuring safety in the private rented sector is essential. To support this, we operate Selective Licensing, Additional HMO Licensing, and Mandatory Licensing schemes. The Housing Improvement and Assistance Team works to support vulnerable residents who need aids and adaptations to enable them to continue to live independently in their homes as well as providing a range of capital grants to support landlords to bring empty homes back into occupation and ensure homes are free from hazards. We are ambitious with a clear strategy to deliver on our vision. This role is a critical part of delivering our vision. We are looking for a new Head of Private Sector Licencing and Home Improvement. What we’re looking for Reporting to the Director of Housing Strategy, the Head of Private Sector Licencing and Home Improvement will lead a service area that provides strategic direction for the Council’s housing improvement and assistance service and the property licensing and enforcement function. This is an area of the division with big ambition, as we have recently expanded our property licencing schemes and have seen an increase in applications from residents for support from our grants, specifically the Disabled Facilities Grant. Managing a service of up to 100 staff the post-holder will lead our ambitions to work proactively within the private rented sector to drive up standards and safety for Lewisham’s residents. With expertise in the legal framework of regulation and licensing, you’ll be at the forefront of operationalising our new licensing scheme, and will maximise their impact through innovative new approaches to engaging with our residents. You will also be responsible for utilising a home assistance grant of £2million a year to support our most vulnerable residents to live in safe and secure homes from which they can live independent lives. We’re looking for a strategic and inspirational leader, communicator and manager who can demonstrate strong experience of delivering an operational income-generating service, ideally with a background in commercial or regulatory and enforcement services as well as a strong background and experience in managing Disabled Facilities Grants services. If you are excited by this challenge, we want to hear from you. Location The job is primarily based in Laurence House, Catford but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis. The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s. <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us" target="_blank">Applicant handbook</a>&nbsp;- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.
To apply, please click on the apply link above.&nbsp;
Please click&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/%20HeadofPrivateSectorLicencingandHomeImprovement" target="_blank">here</a>&nbsp;to view the Job Description and Person Specification Salary £69,840 - £74,487 per annum (SMG2) N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof. Special conditions
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<li>The job is subject to a basic DBS check</li>
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The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s. For an informal discussion about this job, please contact Fenella Beckman (Director of Housing Strategy)-&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Fenella.Beckman@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Fenella.Beckman@lewisham.gov.uk</a> Diversity Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a> The Council has a dedicated employment support service,&nbsp;<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and an advisor will be in touch with you. The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.&nbsp; &nbsp;
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Job Description Senior Country Park Ranger / Site Manager &nbsp; Salary: £44,208 - £50,424 per annum Grade: F Permanent Contract 37 Hours per Week Are you interested in being a part of the team dedicated to the management of some of the most popular &amp; important natural open spaces in Thurrock? &nbsp;Do you have a real interest in the natural environment, how its managed, how its protected, how its accessed and how its promoted?If so, we’d be keen to hear from you.We are currently recruiting within our Country Parks Team predomin22sible for the Operational Supervision of the Ranger Team as well as taking the lead role in the management of the spaces the team are responsible for.&nbsp;This role will require an enthusiastic individual with demonstrable practical experience in managing public country parks. Your practical knowledge must include that of managing varied habitats, health &amp; safety and the use of a range of tools, plant and machinery associated with environmental management.&nbsp;You will also require the knowledge and experience of External Funding and the processes involved with relevant Environmental Stewardship schemes. Public Engagement and experience of working with and alongside volunteers is also essential.&nbsp;A valid full Driving Licence is essential.&nbsp; Advert Closing Date <ul> <li>Redeployment Only:&nbsp;31st July 2025</li> <li>Internal &amp; External:&nbsp;24th August 2025</li> </ul> A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check is not required for this post.&nbsp;To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/ETep76Dwa3JElFDrkT3qtTgBSw7RyPbzt-ZSVxSoeOmrCw?e=YeluhB" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> &nbsp;“If you encounter an error message when opening the Job Profile link please refresh the error page”About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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This role involves delivering trauma-informed, holistic support to unsentenced or remanded women in HMP Peterborough and the Cambridgeshire community. Offered by St Giles Trust in partnership with The Wise Group, the position focuses on rehabilitation, resettlement, and addressing complex needs through person-centred interventions, collaboration, and lived-experience expertise.
Responsible to:
Footsteps Women’s Service Team Leader - Custody
Responsible for:
The delivery of holistic and Trauma informed Women’s services to females on remand or unsentenced
Hours:
Full Time, 35 hours per week (flexible hours) Fixed term until 31 March 2027
Grade:
Band 2
Location:
HMP Peterborough and Cambridgeshire Community&nbsp;
Holiday:
30 days + bank and statutory holidays (pro-rated if part time)
Salary:
£23,300 per annum
Please note successful candidates should expect to be appointed at the starting point of the salary scale and consideration may be given to a higher salary depending on the experience of the individual.
Application Deadline:
Sunday, 17th August 2025 at 11.00pm
We will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close this position at any time.
Please note this role requires Enhanced Adult DBS check and Vetting process will be in accordance with Cabinet Office Enhanced Level 1 Security
St Giles Trust is a Charity helping people facing severe disadvantage to find jobs, homes, and the right support they need. We help them to become positive contributors to local communities and wider society. We passionately believe everybody is capable of changing their lives. Our mission is we empower people to overcome injustices for themselves, their families and their local communities – we achieve this through offering support from someone who has been there. Our peer-led services form the backbone of our work.











The Wise Group is a leading social enterprise working to lift people out of poverty. As an enterprise, we build bridges to opportunity for the most vulnerable in our society.&nbsp;&nbsp;






St Giles and The Wise Group came together to form a partnership with the aim of supporting the Probation Resettlement reforms by offering a high-quality service underpinned by staff who have lived experience and cultural competency.&nbsp;&nbsp;






You will be part of a multi-agency team providing person-centred support focusing on holistically addressing a range of issues faced by service users referred by the National Probation Service. Interventions will focus on addressing the following:&nbsp;





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Social Inclusion (including Meet at the Gate)&nbsp;
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You will be part of a comprehensive service delivering across St Giles Wise that is mindful of, and promotes our Vision, Mission, Values, and strategic aims.&nbsp;






We positively encourage applications if you have previously worked on a client-led support project, have had personal adverse experiences such as homelessness, substance misuse, debt, involvement with gangs etc. This will include experience of the criminal justice system, having served a prison sentence. You will need to demonstrate how your lived experience supports your ability to carry out the role to the benefit of the clients we work with.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;






<h2>(1) Key Deliverables</h2>





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Provide person-centered support to a caseload of service users who will be female adults aged 18 years and above on remand and unsentenced within HMP Peterborough.&nbsp;
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Complete Trauma Informed assessments and develop in collaboration with service user Action Plans which will result in timely and prescribed outcomes being achieved.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Deliver a range of interventions to service users which contribute towards achievement of prescribed outcomes including group work sessions where required.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Develop and maintain positive working relationships with external agencies including Probation, Prisons, partners, and others who will assist in achieving prescribed outcomes for service users.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Work towards contractual targets and outcomes within agreed timescales and in line with specified quality standards.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Using agreed CRM databases to record all activity relating to caseload ensuring all information is recorded within agreed deadlines.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Provide updates and reports where required using a range of formats.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Positively represent the St Giles Wise partnership in all external meetings including conferences, seminars, and other events.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Proactively adopt a learning approach to the role, improving skills and knowledge to continue providing a high-quality service for service users.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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<h2>(2) Person specification</h2>





When completing your application form please address the points marked with&nbsp;(A)&nbsp;set out below.&nbsp;




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Proven ability and experience as a caseworker delivering gender specific and trauma responsive interventions which support resettlement and rehabilitation of female adults in the criminal justice system whether in the community or in prisons&nbsp;(A)&nbsp;
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Experience of working with females and supporting them to achieve positive outcomes&nbsp;(A).&nbsp;
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Experience of engaging successfully with challenging people, for example people who have complex needs, people who are reluctant to discuss their needs, and people who are angry and confused&nbsp;(A)&nbsp;
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Experience in delivery of 1:1 and group coaching solutions, including preparation and delivery of skills and learning&nbsp;(A).&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Experience in working with partner agencies either as part of a multi-agency team working towards common objectives or negotiating to establish links to further the aims of a project.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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To have a relevant qualification to a good standard or be working towards one. (including any recognised qualification of ‘A’ Level standard or above in any aspect of social care, advice work, youth work etc.(A)&nbsp;
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Independent Domestic Violence Adviser (IDVA) qualification&nbsp;(A).&nbsp;
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Knowledge and understanding of the requirements of managing a caseload including maintaining and updating records, remaining focused on action plan goals, and keeping to deadlines&nbsp;(A)&nbsp;
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An understanding and knowledge of the barriers faced by people with complex and multiple needs, protected characteristics, and disabilities as well as relevant specialist support services&nbsp;(A).&nbsp;
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Knowledge of relevant services for female adults in the local community.&nbsp;
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Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding practices and policies, and ability to promote safeguarding among vulnerable clients and colleagues.&nbsp;
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Ability to assess clients’ needs and provide tailored, person-led support through action planning and interventions involving advice, guidance, advocacy, and coaching&nbsp;(A).&nbsp;
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An ability to collaborate sensitively with clients applying trauma informed strategies, actively listening and able to use a range of communication methods when providing information and support&nbsp;(A)&nbsp;
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Ability to find innovative ways to work with service users to identify and find informed solutions to the challenges faced by them.&nbsp;
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills to ensure effective reporting and customer service.&nbsp;
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Strong IT skills including proven experience of using Word, Excel, and Outlook in a similar work environment.&nbsp; This includes ability to use online video communication platforms (e.g. Microsoft Teams, Zoom)&nbsp;
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Ability to develop and maintain a workplace environment which is both safe, supportive, enabling your colleagues and service users to thrive.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Ability to calculate risk and implement safety procedures when engaging with service users in their home or public places.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Ability to be a flexible and co-operative member of a team.&nbsp;
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Pro-active and able to work under their own initiative.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Commitment to consultative &amp; collaborative ways of working.&nbsp;
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Commitment to and understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Respect for the values and ethos of St Giles Trust.&nbsp;
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Positive attitude towards staff and our Peers&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Drive, enthusiasm and determination to deliver services for females and met service delivery objectives.&nbsp;
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Awareness of and commitment to equal opportunity and diversity practices and policies, and ability to promote diversity and treat colleagues and clients fairly and with respect.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Awareness of and commitment to working in line with the Trust’s environmental and Sustainable Procurement policies and with environmental best practice.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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<h2>(3) About Us</h2>




In St Giles, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, season ticket loan and much more.






We are an equity and inclusion-confident employer. We welcome all applications and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi-heritage) and those who identify as disabled, nonresponsive, or neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation.






St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.






<h2>(4) Our Values</h2>
* Positively Empowering
* Persistently Supportive
* Flexibly Creative
* Proactively Empathetic
* Actively Inclusive
* Clearly Communicating
<a href="https://www.stgilestrust.org.uk/working-with-st-giles/" target="_blank">Click HERE</a>&nbsp;to learn more about working with St Giles.
To apply, please click on the apply link above.

Women's Wellbeing Coach

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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 have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic Finance Business Partner to join our Resources Directorate 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.&nbsp; We understand the importance of a good work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices and hybrid working opportunities.&nbsp;
<h3>About you…</h3>
We value highly motivated individuals who are proactive in developing our practices and identifying new ways of doing things. This is an exciting opportunity in the Resources Directorate for a talented and dynamic individual with the experience and drive to join our strong team and help us achieve our vision. We take great pride in the services we provide directly and in our key role of enabling other service areas to succeed in meeting their priorities effectively and efficiently.
You must be CCAB qualified or equivalent accountancy qualification, with significant post-qualification experience and technical knowledge in education and social care finance from a local authority perspective.&nbsp; You will have the ability to analyse and interpret complex financial information to inform decision making.
<h3>About the team…</h3>
The Accountancy team is a friendly, supportive and busy team with an excellent reputation for delivery. Finance Business Partners play a crucial role in developing and enhancing that reputation due to the strategic role they perform. You will be working collaboratively within a team of experienced professionals to provide high quality financial advice and support to Directorate Management teams, other Budget Managers and Members.
<h3>Key responsibilities…</h3>
You will lead strategic financial management for the People Directorate, providing expert advice on budgets for services including Adults and Children’s Social Care and Education. You will play a key role in transformation programmes, ensuring efficient service delivery. You will need a CCAB qualification and substantial local authority finance experience for this role.
<h3>Our benefits…&nbsp;</h3>
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<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).</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>
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<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
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*(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;&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&nbsp;</h3>
Initial interviews will be held in early 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?&nbsp;</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
Arthur Parker - Assistant Director: Chief Accountant - 01344 352158
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.
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;

Bracknell Forest Council

Finance Business Partner (People Directorate)

Do you want to be part of a forward-thinking team and lead projects that make a difference!We are looking for an experienced Project Manager with a track record of delivering high-profile commercial projects.You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our borough. You will oversee major corporate projects, ensuring they align with our strategic, financial, and business objectives.As Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading the Commercial Projects Team in delivering high-priority corporate projects, along with:Overseeing the planning, development, and delivery of commercial strategic projects.Managing procurement, contractors, and consultants.Providing professional guidance on project management best practices.Ensuring projects meet budgetary, quality, and performance expectations.You will be working closely with elected members, partners, and stakeholders to drive impact, so to be competent in this role it is essential that you have:Proven experience managing complex, high-value projects from inception to completion.Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills.Knowledge of procurement processes, project planning tools (Pentana, MS Projects), and financial oversight.Excellent communication skills $ú able to present, negotiate, and influence at senior levels.Project Management qualification $ú PRINCE2, APM, or equivalent.For an informal discussion about the role please contact Shaun Meyer on 01233 330309Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/q3lpuium/7102a-senior-project-manager-june-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description</a>When applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community<ul></ul>

Ashford Borough Council

Senior Project Manager

About UsAn exciting opportunity to join our dynamic team here at Early Birds Nursery, supporting our children and families through efficient business support. In addition, you will undertake specific responsibilities to support the management team to provide an effective service. North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.The RoleEarly Birds Nursery is an all year round setting for children aged 6 months to four years.Business support at Early birds Nursery is an administrative role that will require you to carry out a range of activities working within or existing policies, procedures and routines. Roles at this level will require you to resolve problems and queries, demonstrating excellent customer care skills to all our service users.You will need to have an awareness and general understanding of relevant legislation to include information sharing, health and safety, confidentiality and data protection, information governance. Relevant training will be provided.Experience of working with computers and technology and an ability to use databases, internet, email and software packages, including Microsoft Office as well as a pleasant telephone manner.This post is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.This position is based at Early Birds Nursery, Long Ashton.Work StyleThis role falls into the category of Fixed Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:<ul><li>Spends all their time in the office.</li><li>The office remains a shared space with cultural encouragement for clear desk policies.</li></ul>About YouThis role is to work with the Nursery Manager, and to support this work, we are looking for the following skills and knowledge: You will be: <ul><li>Dealing with all administrative tasks for the Nursery</li></ul><ul><li>Working in an environment, where children and families attend </li></ul><ul><li>Responding appropriately to challenging and complex situations</li></ul><ul><li>Excellent with communication and customer care skills </li></ul><ul><li>Knowledgeable with administrative systems</li></ul><ul><li>Working independently to resolve problems and queries </li></ul><ul><li>Prioritising and meeting deadlines, working flexibly using your own initiative</li><li>As a front facing business support you will need to greet our service users with a smile and welcome them to our Nursery.</li></ul>We are looking for an individual who is passionate about working with young children, and their families and who possesses the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in literacy and numeracy</li><li>NVQ level 2 or equivalent practical work experience in technical skills relating to the service area.</li><li>Awareness and understanding of the service area</li><li>Experience of working with computers and technology, including Microsoft office.</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Understanding of the service area regulations and relevant legislation, to include information sharing, health and safety, confidentiality and data protection and information governance.</li></ul>What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <a href="https://heyzine.com/flip-book/e562fd773b.html" target="_blank">Benefits booklet</a>Want to know more and apply?For an informal discussion, please contact Sarah Dymmock-Morgan, Nursery Manager on 01275 888580or email <a href="mailto:Sarah.Dymmock-Morgan@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">Sarah.Dymmock-Morgan@n-somerset.gov.uk</a>How to ApplyIf you share our <a href="https://n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/jobs-training/vision-values" target="_blank">vision and values</a>and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: Monday 15 SeptemberPlease note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.





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North Somerset Council

Business Support Officer

About UsNorth Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.The RoleAre you passionate about helping families thrive? Do you have the skills and empathy to support parents through challenging times?We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate parenting Practitioner to join our Parenting Team. This vital role will support our parenting work, while also providing tailored 1-1 parenting interventions as part of our Intensive Family Support team within Family Wellbeing.As a parenting practitioner, you will play a key role in delivering parenting programmes and providing 1-1 evidence-based parenting support to those families who need it most. We work across the whole of North Somerset and are responsible for supporting families with children 0-19 (26 SEN). You’ll work closely with both internal and external partners to ensure families receive coordinated, high-quality support that makes a real difference. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Deliver trauma informed, evidence-based parenting programmes and 1-1 support tailored to family's needs</li><li>Support Families to develop positive parenting strategies and strengthen parent child relationships</li><li>Work in collaboration with the intensive family Support Team to contribute to whole family plans.</li><li>Maintain accurate records and use evidence-based outcome measures to track progress.</li><li>Contribute to multi-agency meetings and share your expertise to influence best outcomes for children and families.</li><li>Complete accurate and up-to-date records in line with our recording policy using the Early Help System to complete assessments, plans with families and case recording.</li><li>Act as key worker/lead professional for families, attend meetings with the family, including Child Protection Conferences, Children in Care and Children in Need reviews as required.</li><li>Carry out the duties and responsibilities under a range of legislation</li></ul>This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.Work StyleAt North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.This role falls into the category of Fixed Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:<ul><li>4+ days in the office</li></ul><ul><li>Spends most or all of their time in the office, due to nature of the work but can be for reasons such as unsuitable home working conditions or a desire for separation of home and work life.</li><li>The office remains a shared space with cultural encouragement for clear desk policies.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for someone who is:<ul><li>Experienced in working directly with children, parents and families</li><li>Has training/knowledge of delivering evidence-based parenting groups</li><li>Understands the importance of routinely monitoring and measuring outcomes</li><li>Able to build trust and rapport with families facing a range of complex challenges</li><li>Be a strong communicator and team player with a commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice</li><li>Organised, reflective, open to learning and emotionally resilient</li></ul>Essential Criteria:<ul><li>A NVQ Level 3 or 4 in relevant child care qualifications or with a focus on work with children, families, social care or support work.</li><li>Significant relevant experience of working with children and families.</li><li>Some experience of acting as a lead professional or key worker for a child or family.</li><li>Experience of using IT systems (email, word processing &amp; spreadsheet).</li><li>Effective communication skills both verbally and in writing</li><li>Holds a full Uk driving licence</li><li>Experience of delivering evidence-based parenting groups or 1-1 evidence based parenting interventions</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Knowledge of universal, statutory and voluntary services and their role in promoting the welfare of children, young people and their carers.</li><li>A Psychosocial Professions (formally CYPIAPT) qualification</li></ul>What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice - Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <a href="https://heyzine.com/flip-book/12270cd8d2.html" target="_blank">Benefits booklet</a>.How to ApplyIf you share our <a href="https://n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/jobs-training/vision-values" target="_blank">vision and values</a>and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact: Emma Pattinson, Parenting Lead at <a href="mailto:emma.pattinson@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">emma.pattinson@n-somerset.gov.uk</a>Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.





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Parenting Practitioner Family Support Worker

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Please upload your CV along with a supporting statement as one document in PDF or Word format. Your CV and supporting statement should be tailored to reflect the competencies within the person specification and should be a maximum of 1-2 pages.
Please note if a CV and supporting statement does not reflect the person specification it is unlikely to be shortlisted. To upload your CV you will need to click on the link below and create an account with Jobs Go Public if you have not already done so.
You will also be required to input your name and email address and will be invited to complete an equal opportunities questionnaire.
Post is fixed term for 2 years
Knowsley Council is an award-winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the Municipal Journal Awards 2024.&nbsp;
We are an Accredited employer under the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk/fair-employment-charter" target="_blank">Liverpool City Region Fair Employment Charter</a>, demonstrating that we are committed to the principle of fair employment and we are dedicated to providing a healthy, fair, inclusive and just workplace.
Come join us and be part of our success.
Are you passionate about supporting children and families?
Do you enjoy working with children and families to enable them and empower them to make positive changes
If so, you may be the perfect candidate for this role.
Family First provides Early Help Assessment, Interventions, Support and Review to children and families who need Targeted Interventions. This highly professional and strong team deliver improved outcomes to children and families in Knowsley As part of the Early Help and Child Protection Service, the Team Manager is vital in ensuring practice is of a high standard. The Manager ensures workers know their children well and have high aspirations for the children they work with. The Team Manager will take a thematic lead of continuous service improvement and development and contribute to the learning culture within the team A nationally recognised professional qualification relevant to the service that includes accredited knowledge of children and young people’s development, family dynamics and casework models of intervention, (e.g. Social Work, Health, Teaching) or equivalent experience role is essential.
At Knowsley Council we will consider requests for flexible working.&nbsp; For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, working from home, compressed hours, part-time.
We promote applications from all sections of the community, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.
See the benefits of working for Knowsley MBC <a href="https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/yes" target="_blank">https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/yes</a>.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.
At Knowsley we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact:&nbsp;
Sam Roper – <a href="mailto:Samantha.roper@knowsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">Samantha.roper@knowsley.gov.uk</a> (0151 443 5043)
Pamela Foster – <a href="mailto:Pamela.foster@knowsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">Pamela.foster@knowsley.gov.uk</a> (0151 443 2600)
Closing Date 02.09.2025
Interviews to be held 19.09.2025
Please upload your CV along with a supporting statement as one document in PDF or Word format. Your CV and supporting statement should be tailored to reflect the competencies within the person specification and should be a maximum of 1-2 pages.
Please note if a CV and supporting statement does not reflect the person specification it is unlikely to be shortlisted.

Knowsley Council

0-18 Family First Team Manager

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/2286/JDPS_Cemetery_Operative.docx" target="_blank">JDPS_Cemetery_Operative</a></li>
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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CV’s (unless specified on the advert).
Please fully complete the online application form.
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An exciting opportunity has arisen in Sefton Council to appoint a 36-hour permanent cemetery operative role for grave digging and maintenance in our cemeteries team.
The role sits in the Burials and Cremations Service, within In House Operational Services based in Thornton Cemetery.
As part of the team in this role you will be responsible for site maintenance including but not limited to grass cutting litter picking, pruning, memorial maintenance, seasonal maintenance throughout the year etc.. and ensuring that all grave digging work is undertaken to the highest standards in line with Sefton Council policies and Job Description related to this role.. As a Cemetery Operative you will be tasked with ensuring site safety is always monitored and any issues reported to be resolved immediately as well as assisting with burials when required by the service.
This role also includes a requirement for basic machinery maintenance.
The Cemetery undertakes circa 600 burials per annum and provides a high-quality service to the bereaved.
This is an exciting time to join the burials and cremations service at Sefton as the service is now on a journey to become more digitally friendly and provide a more modern funeral service to the people of Sefton and surrounding areas.
Closing Date: 31/08/2025
Provisional Interview Date: 11/09/2025

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council

Cemetery Operative

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/2066/Planning_Officer_PS_Grades_Spec_4.pdf" target="_blank">Planning_Officer_PS_Grades_Spec_4</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/2221/Progression_Criteria_-_Planning_Career_Grades.pdf" target="_blank">Progression_Criteria_-_Planning_Career_Grades</a></li>
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We only accept online applications. If you require access to a computer and/or the internet, you can use our facilities free of charge at The Amelia Scott. Please call ahead to book an appointment Tel. 01892 554171.
Please follow the link below to submit your application.
Equal Opportunities
Tunbridge Wells – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Safeguarding
The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employee and volunteers to share this commitment.



Are you passionate about shaping places and supporting sustainable development? We’re looking for a proactive and enthusiastic Planning Officer to join our Planning Service team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience or a strong interest in Development Management to contribute to a dynamic and customer-focused service.
About the Role
As a Planning Officer, you’ll play a key role in assessing and determining planning applications and appeals, engaging in pre-application discussions, and supporting enforcement activities. You’ll also assist in preparing reports and presentations for Planning Committee and other forums, helping to ensure high-quality decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Assess planning proposals, undertake site visits, and prepare accurate reports and recommendations.</li>
<li>Lead and contribute to pre-application discussions with applicants and stakeholders.</li>
<li>Present reports to Members’ Working Parties, Committees, and external organisations.</li>
<li>Liaise with internal departments and external bodies to ensure coordinated planning responses.</li>
<li>Support enforcement investigations, including monitoring planning conditions and breaches.</li>
<li>Prepare appeal statements and attend site visits; Grade 5 officers may represent the Council at Hearings.</li>
<li>Assist with technical and administrative tasks related to Planning Committee reports and presentations.</li>
<li>Respond to Freedom of Information and Environmental Information Regulations requests. Contribute to maintaining strong internal and external relationships and delivering a responsive service.</li>
</ul>
What We’re Looking For
<ul>
<li>Experience in planning or a related discipline, with a customer-focused approach.</li>
<li>Educated to degree level or equivalent, ideally with or working towards a planning qualification.</li>
<li>Licentiate membership of the RTPI or a clear pathway towards membership.</li>
<li>Basic knowledge of planning legislation and guidance; detailed understanding of Development Management and appeal procedures is desirable.</li>
<li>Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.</li>
<li>Ability to interpret plans, negotiate effectively, and produce high-quality written work.</li>
<li>Proficiency in IT systems including Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.</li>
<li>A collaborative team player who can also work independently and manage competing priorities.</li>
</ul>
Special Requirements
Full valid UK driving licence (or equivalent). Ability to undertake site inspections, including in rural areas.
Career Progression
This is a career-graded post, offering development opportunities aligned with your experience and performance. You’ll be supported to grow professionally and take on increasingly complex and high-profile projects.
What you’ll get:
<ul>
<li>22 days’ holiday (rising to 27 with 5 years' continuous Local Government service) and 3 additional days in December.</li>
<li>Generous Local Government Pension Scheme - employer contribution of 19.7%</li>
<li>Annual membership fees refunded for your professional body.</li>
<li>Hybrid working to support work/life balance. Free parking near the Town Hall.</li>
<li>Free tea, coffee and wellbeing perks like an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), flu jabs, eyecare vouchers and more.</li>
</ul>
Ready to apply?
Apply now and take the next step in your planning career. &nbsp;If you’d like to talk through the role, contact Richard Hazelgrove, Development Management Team Leader at <a href="mailto:Richard.Hazelgrove@Tunbridgewells.gov.uk" target="_blank">Richard.Hazelgrove@Tunbridgewells.gov.uk</a> or on 01892 554054.
Advert Closing date: 31 August midnight&nbsp;
Interviews:&nbsp; TBC

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council

Planning Officer (Career Grade)

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/2309/Finance___Parking_Systems_Analyst_Person_Specification_.pdf" target="_blank">Finance___Parking_Systems_Analyst_Person_Specification_</a></li>
</ul>

We only accept online applications. If you require access to a computer and/or the internet, you can use our facilities free of charge at The Amelia Scott. Please call ahead to book an appointment Tel. 01892 554171.
Please follow the link below to submit your application.
Equal Opportunities
Tunbridge Wells – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Safeguarding
The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employee and volunteers to share this commitment.



About us:
Tunbridge Wells Borough Council is committed to delivering high quality service to our community. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Finance &amp; Parking Systems Analyst to join our team. This role is integral to ensuring the efficient operation of our Financial and Parking systems with scope for analysis of data to support and develop a modern, user-friendly service.
Key Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>In this role, you’ll play a vital part in supporting Tunbridge Wells Borough Council’s Finance and Parking Services by using data analytics to inform decision-making across Finance, Procurement, and Parking services.</li>
<li>You’ll collect, collate, and cleanse data from various internal and external sources to create composite datasets for analysis, while ensuring compliance with GDPR.</li>
<li>Your work will involve developing and maintaining performance dashboards, identifying and resolving data discrepancies, and streamlining processes through system integration.</li>
<li>Additionally at times you’ll support the administration of key financial and parking systems, including providing technical support and training to staff.</li>
</ul>
About You:
<ul>
<li>We’re looking for a detail-oriented and analytical individual with experience working with large datasets and financial systems. You should be confident using tools like Microsoft Excel, Business Objects, Power BI or similar analytics tools to extract insights and support decision-making. Experience with system integration, APIs, and data transfer methods is highly desirable.</li>
<li>You’ll need excellent communication skills to explain technical concepts clearly to colleagues across the organisation.</li>
<li>A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant subject is required, and a background in finance, IT, or data analysis would be a strong advantage.</li>
<li>You will be open and trustworthy, supporting change and will seek to improve service delivery to enable the council to achieve its Digital First ambitions.</li>
</ul>
What We Offer:
<ul>
<li>24 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 after 5 years’ continuous service</li>
<li>Membership to Local Government Pension Scheme with 19.7% employer contribution</li>
<li>Career development and training opportunities</li>
<li>Access to eye care vouchers and VDU Glasses</li>
<li>Cycle to Work Scheme</li>
<li>Access to EAP Services 24/7</li>
</ul>
To Find out More:
For further information regarding this post, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification. For an informal discussion regarding this role please contact Ben Isted on 01892 554138 or email any questions to <a href="mailto:Ben.Isted@Tunbridgewells.gov.uk" target="_blank">Ben.Isted@Tunbridgewells.gov.uk</a>

Finance & Parking Systems Analyst

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/2318/Job_Application_Guide_2018.pdf" target="_blank">Job_Application_Guide_2018</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/2322/Housing_Contracts_and_Compliance_Manager__H_S__-_JD.docx" target="_blank">Housing_Contracts_and_Compliance_Manager__H_S__-_JD</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/2323/Pay_Scheme_01_04_2025_v2.pdf" target="_blank">Pay_Scheme_01_04_2025_v2</a></li>
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Woking Borough Council values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Please apply online via the link provided.
At Woking we are transforming and improving our services and are recruiting for a new role within the Housing Asset Management Department of Housing Contracts and Compliance Manager covering Health and Safety workstreams.
This role will be critical in delivering high quality contract management to mitigate risk to the Council, Council residents and members of the public by ensuring the effective delivery of all Housing Health and Safety related Contracts and Polices working in conjunction with the associated Regulatory Framework and Consumer Standards.
These contract areas include;
<ul>
<li>Fire Risk Assessment and Fire Door Inspections</li>
<li>Asbestos</li>
<li>Damp and Mould</li>
<li>Water Hygiene</li>
<li>Fall Arrest Systems</li>
<li>Communal TV Aerials</li>
<li>PAT Testing</li>
<li>Fire Alarm Servicing</li>
<li>Emergency Lighting</li>
</ul>
We are seeking a candidate who has expert knowledge and experience of contract management, housing compliance and health &amp; safety. You will also be able to manage data with a keen eye for detail and accuracy and be able to manage high value budgets.
This is an exciting opportunity to directly shape and improve services in this area managing a small team and a group of contractors to develop efficient processes leading to strong performance.
The Council offers in return a generous flexi time scheme with the ability to take two flexi days a month, membership of the local government pension scheme, discounted health and leisure membership, plus many more excellent benefits.
DBS Check 
Woking Borough Council takes a robust approach to thoroughly checking anyone who has applied to work with vulnerable groups including children.
As this job involves contact with vulnerable groups, successful applicants will be required to obtain a Disclosure Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Assistance will be given by the Council and further details can be found in the job pack.
English Language Requirement 
The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for this post.&nbsp; An assessment may be required. If you have any queries or would like to discuss this further, please contact the Human Resources team.
&nbsp;Closing Date: 5 September 2025 - 23:55pm
Intevriew dates: TBC

Housing Contracts and Compliance Manager – Health and Safety

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Job Title:&nbsp;Deputy Service Manager Location:&nbsp;This is a woman only residential site, located in Brixton (South-East London) and benefits from great transport links, including convenient access to nearby train services. Kindly be aware that step free access is not available at this service.&nbsp;
Salary:&nbsp;£30,600
Shift Pattern:&nbsp;37.5 hours per week, Monday to Sunday on a rota varying 08:00 - 16:00 and 09:00 - 17:00, you may need to work outside these hours, including bank holidays as per service requirements. You will also take part in our out of hours on call rota for managers.
Please note, due to the nature of the service, it is an occupational requirement that the post holder is female and the post is therefore exempt from the provisions of the Equality Act 2010 in terms of Schedule 9, Part 1, and Paragraph 1 of the Act.
About the role
We are looking for Deputy Service Managerto join OPD HASS Women Service. HerStory House is dedicated to empowering women with the skills needed to thrive in their chosen communities, maintain independence, and build a hopeful future. Our specialised, high-support, female-only residential service is tailored for women who are likely to meet the criteria for a personality disorder diagnosis and are at risk of entering or re-entering the Criminal Justice System.&nbsp;
You will provide line management and leadership to the team so they feel empowered to be productive and perform well within their roles to a high standard, ensuring service quality and continuous improvement. We’re looking for someone compassionate and experienced in understanding the criminal justice system and offender personality disorder, someone who brings empathy, tailored support and real dedication to help each resident thrive. The role includes:
<ul>
<li>Line Management and Leadership, supporting your team providing advice, guidance and support throughout their employment lifecycle</li>
<li>Support the Service Manager in leading the day to day operational delivery of the service</li>
<li>Risk Management ownership, ensuring processes and policies are followed</li>
<li>Property and Housing Management, ensuring the accommodation meets our requirements, and repairs and maintenance are regularly reported and completed</li>
<li>Financial Management, including petty cash and budget management</li>
<li>Contract management and Internal auditing, admin, and general other duties as required.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
About you
We are an organisation that embraces differences and encourages our staff to bring their professional but authentic selves to work! We’re looking for someone who is driven to provide high-quality, effective, and person-centred support to staff, colleagues, residents, and participants. You should thrive in both team and independent settings, be confident in leading and motivating a team, and maintain high morale within the service. We value compassionate, supportive, and empowering leaders who are comfortable working in a fast-paced and constantly changing environment. If this sounds like you, take a look at our full JDPS and apply now!
<ul>
<li>Experience and understanding to support who have personality disorder</li>
<li>Understanding of the Criminal Justice System</li>
<li>Ability to motivate and empower a team to achieve KPI's</li>
<li>Ability to provide advice, guidance, and support to the team on all aspects of service delivery including resident related queries</li>
<li>Willingness and ability to work flexibly to meet service needs</li>
<li>IT proficiency - we use various systems so look for someone who can learn and navigate new systems including case management, microsoft, ATS, HR systems, and other types of organisational software</li>
<li>Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency</li>
</ul>
Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
What we offer
<ul>
<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>
<li>Employer Pension Contribution</li>
<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>
<li>Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more</li>
<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work</li>
<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>
<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>
<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>
<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>
<li>EDI Ambassador programme</li>
<li>Be part of an organisation which believes good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities.</li>
<li>Join an organisation with a mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets.</li>
</ul>
We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives and experiences of all of our employees. We have a team of staff ambassadors who volunteer to actively support us in fortifying our organisational value of Inclusivity. They embrace this unique opportunity to deliver awareness, events, and developments to our organisation to support us in ensuring our value of Inclusivity is embedded throughout the organisation.&nbsp;
SIG actively encourages applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly lived experience; Naturally, we approach any emerging issues with empathy and sensitivity.&nbsp;
About Social Interest Group (SIG)
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change.&nbsp; Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be" target="_blank">Theory of Change</a>&nbsp;Further details can be found on our website here:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>.&nbsp;
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.&nbsp;
For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a>&nbsp;or call our central office on&nbsp;<a href="tel:02036689270" target="_blank">020 3668 9270</a>&nbsp;to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back.&nbsp;
<blockquote>
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.&nbsp;
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our&nbsp;<a href="https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/" target="_blank">website</a>.
</blockquote>
Criminal Justice | Personality Disorder | Residential Service | Womens Service | Social Care | Offender Personality Disorder | Deputy Management | Residential Manager&nbsp;

Deputy Service Manager

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Job Title:&nbsp;Mental Health Recovery Worker
Location:&nbsp;Based in a residential property in Enfield (Nearest overground Enfield Town, Bus Routes available) Unfortunately there is no step free access at this service.&nbsp;
Salary:&nbsp;£27,000
Shift Pattern:&nbsp;37.5 per week Monday to Sunday on a rolling rota between 07:30 - 15:30, 13:00 - 21:00, this may also fall under bank holiday working as per the rota and further evenings.
About the role
Penrose Enfield is a vibrant care and rehabilitation service, offering 21 beds in a 24 hour supported accommodation to adults with complex mental health needs. You will join a team which consists of a Service Manager, Deputy Service Manager, a day team of 10, and a night team of 4. We are here to promote independence and give our residents the tools needed to fulfil their lives in the community independently.
As a Mental Health Recovery Worker, you will play a key role in supporting individuals on their journey to recovery, reablement, and rehabilitation, providing person centred and trauma informed support in a psychologically informed environment (PIE), to empower residents to achieve their goals and improve their well-being. Here, you’ll support individuals transitioning from complex care or acute mental health services to a structured rehabilitation setting. Working closely with the mental health trust community rehabilitation team, you’ll help residents overcome challenging behaviour's and support medication compliance, making a real difference every day. Join us to be a part of a team that’s dedicated to empowering and transforming lives!&nbsp;
Key Responsibilities&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Provide tailored support to residents/participants to help them achieve their personal goals and outcomes. This may involve contributing to and developing support plans, conducting risk assessments, participating in reviews, and attending case meetings.</li>
<li>Deliver all required aspects of the service efficiently and consistently. This includes welfare checks, support sessions, safeguarding monitoring, risk assessments, and involvement in training and development.</li>
<li>Ensure residents/participants fully understand their rights and responsibilities, and have access to appropriate tools, resources, and support networks to achieve their goals.</li>
<li>Help design, lead, and encourage participation in a range of projects, group sessions, and community-based activities.</li>
<li>Create an empowering and enabling environment where individuals are supported to make informed decisions and take control of their own lives.</li>
<li>Provide practical advice, emotional support, and life skills training to promote independence and resilience.</li>
</ul>
About you
You're someone who is passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred support that makes a real difference in people's lives. You thrive in a team environment and are an effective communicator, able to build meaningful, long-term relationships with individuals from all walks of life. Equality, diversity, and inclusion aren’t just buzzwords to you – they’re principles you live by.
<ul>
<li>Understanding of the needs of those who have various complex needs including mental health</li>
<li>Understand and experience in supporting low to medium mental health service users</li>
<li>Ability to use IT systems to record case notes, email relevant people, and use other software required within the role</li>
<li>Ability and willingness to show flexibility of working patterns, responding to the needs of the communal service and residents</li>
<li>Understanding of the housing and social needs of people with multiple and complex needs</li>
<li>Cultural awareness, Self-awareness, and ability to identify personal growth areas and take feedback</li>
<li>Sensitivity and empathy to others, and ability to deal with individual circumstances with professionalism</li>
<li>Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency</li>
</ul>
Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
What we offer
<ul>
<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>
<li>Employer Pension Contribution</li>
<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>
<li>Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more</li>
<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work</li>
<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>
<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>
<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>
<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>
<li>EDI Ambassador programme</li>
<li>Be part of an organisation which believes good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities.</li>
<li>Join an organisation with a mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets.</li>
</ul>
We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives and experiences of all of our employees. We have a team of staff ambassadors who volunteer to actively support us in fortifying our organisational value of Inclusivity. They embrace this unique opportunity to deliver awareness, events, and developments to our organisation to support us in ensuring our value of Inclusivity is embedded throughout the organisation.&nbsp;
SIG actively encourages applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly lived experience; Naturally, we approach any emerging issues with empathy and sensitivity.&nbsp;
About Social Interest Group (SIG)
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change.&nbsp; Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be" target="_blank">Theory of Change</a>&nbsp;Further details can be found on our website here:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>.&nbsp;
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.&nbsp;
For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a>&nbsp;or call our central office on&nbsp;<a href="tel:02036689270" target="_blank">020 3668 9270</a>&nbsp;to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back.&nbsp;
<blockquote>
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.&nbsp;
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our&nbsp;<a href="https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/" target="_blank">website</a>.
</blockquote>
Mental Health | Recovery Worker | Support Worker | Social Care | Residential Service | Charity | Person Centred Care

Mental Health Recovery Worker

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Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School
Teaching Assistant
HBC 3 £21,440 to £21,780.&nbsp; Actual
Term Time Only: 37 hours per week
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a proactive and motivated individual to join our school community, who will contribute towards our mission, to be 'an inclusive community of excellence and opportunity'.
We are proud of our open, collaborative, supportive and forward-thinking culture.
Our SEND team is at an exciting point in its development, which includes the recent opening of a specialist ASC Resource Base. Together we provide the support that students need to access the curriculum and to thrive in their learning environment.
Like us, you will be dynamic, creative and hardworking. You will have a strong desire to positively impact upon students’ learning.
We offer a comprehensive induction and encourage all of our staff to be ambitious for their futures.
Prospective applicants are most welcome to arrange to visit by emailing <a href="mailto:admin@saintspeterandpaul.halton.sch.uk" target="_blank">admin@saintspeterandpaul.halton.sch.uk</a>
Further information and an application form can be found on the school website: <a href="https://www.saintspeterandpaul.halton.sch.uk/vacancies/" target="_blank">Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School | Vacancies</a>
Please send completed application forms to: <a href="mailto:recruitment@saintspeterandpaul.halton.sch.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@saintspeterandpaul.halton.sch.uk</a>
Strictly no CVs. CES Application forms only with supporting statement.
Closing date for applications is 9am Monday 1st September.&nbsp;
Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and the post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and references.

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About Portsmouth City CouncilPortsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/our-values-and-behaviours/" target="_blank">Learn more about our values and behaviours</a>.Job introductionWe are looking for a Childrens Home Carer to join our team at Beechside Short Break Services to support the young people to ensure they are safe and monitored whilst in our care overnight. This is a part time role, 20 hours per week on a shift rotation basis.Your new roleThe waking night staff member plays a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young people overnight. Responsibilities include settling children to bed, supporting their needs, monitoring the premises, administering medication in line with policies, and maintaining communication with families and agencies. Staff must also keep accurate records, complete handovers, and perform domestic tasks as needed. While primarily based at a designated home, flexibility to work across various locations in Portsmouth is required. The ideal candidate will be committed, caring, communicative, and capable of managing their workload independently.Who is the person summary:The ideal candidate should hold or be willing to work towards an NVQ Level 3 in childcare, with experience in residential children's settings. They must be skilled in interpreting behaviour, planning and assessment, and have strong communication abilities for liaising with various stakeholders. The role requires competence in record-keeping and report writing, managing challenging situations calmly, and understanding the pressures young people face. Flexibility, responsiveness to individual needs, and a commitment to basic care tasks are essential, along with a solid grasp of safeguarding, equal opportunities, and diversity. Willingness to engage in supervision and ongoing training is also important.For full details, please review 'who is the person' on the job profile below attached.Our recruitment processFull information about our recruitment process can be found on our support for applicants' page: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/support-for-applicants/" target="_blank">Support for applicants - Careers portal</a>You must demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person'points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had.If you apply without a detailed personal statement, it is unlikely that you will be successful.Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early if we have a successful applicant.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/" target="_blank">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a> or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616 800.You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our career's portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a>Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Please read the relevant DBS <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-privacy-policies" target="_blank">privacy notice</a> before submitting any information.You will need to explain any gaps in your career history within the last 5 years - this is essential for all safeguarding roles.

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Ready to Shape the Future of Procurement in Brighton &amp; Hove?&nbsp;Do you have experience in procurement and a passion for making a real impact?&nbsp;Are you looking for a fresh challenge with strong career prospects, collaborative working, and the chance to contribute to a vibrant city?&nbsp;Would you like to deliver a variety of projects in a professional and friendly team?&nbsp;If that sounds like you - we want to hear from you!&nbsp;Join our Corporate Procurement Team, where you’ll play a key role in supporting our Housing Teams, helping to deliver high-quality services to our Tenants and residents.&nbsp;Interview date: Thursday 18th September 2025Questions? Reach out to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:emma.law@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">emma.law@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>About the role</h2>Brighton &amp; Hove City Council is part of Orbis Procurement, a shared service partnership with Surrey and East Sussex County Councils. Together, we manage over £2bn in external spend - from software and social care to cleaning supplies and sports equipment.&nbsp;This is your chance to be part of a growing profession in a city full of energy and innovation. You’ll lead and be the core advisory for a range of procurement projects in Housing. Helping to secure the goods, works, and services that meet the needs of our community - all while shaping the future of public service delivery.&nbsp;Check out our forward plan of key contracts here&nbsp;<a href="https://democracy.brighton-hove.gov.uk/documents/s205557/Copy%20of%20Procurement%20Forward%20Plan.pdf" target="_blank">Annual Procurement Forward Plan (APFP) FY2023_2024</a>Is this you?&nbsp;We’re looking for a proactive, solutions-focused professional with a passion for public service, someone able to balance completing priorities through the use of innovation and strategic leadership.&nbsp;You will<ul>
<li>bring commercial and procurement experience, strong communication skills, problem solving skills and a collaborative approach to working with stakeholders.&nbsp;</li>
<li>understand the public sector landscape - and how this affects purchasing strategies and practices - and be eager to drive value, innovation, and social impact.&nbsp;</li>
<li>champion ethical and sustainable procurement practices that align with council values and community priorities.</li>
<li>lead complex procurement projects with confidence, navigating regulatory frameworks and delivering results that make a difference.</li>
<li>be a strategic thinker who can translate data and insights into actionable improvements across procurement processes.</li>
</ul> We’d love to have you on our team.&nbsp;Benefits of working for BHCC&nbsp;<ul>
<li>Career Development: We will offer you support for professional growth through CIPS qualifications, with options for self-study or apprenticeships.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Inclusive Team Culture: Work with a friendly, diverse team that values individuality and collaboration.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Flexible Working: Enjoy arrangements that support work-life balance, including part-time options and hybrid working.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Meaningful Impact: Contribute to procurement projects that directly benefit the residents of Brighton &amp; Hove.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Public Sector Experience: Gain valuable insight into procurement within a public sector environment, including regulations and social value delivery.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Supportive Environment: Be part of a team that encourages innovation, initiative, and continuous improvement.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Workplace Wellbeing: Join a council that prioritises employee wellbeing and flexible working practices.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Diversity &amp; Inclusion: Be part of an organisation committed to building a workforce that reflects the city’s vibrant and diverse communities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Collaborative Partnerships: Engage with internal and external partners across the Orbis Procurement network</li>
</ul>Please read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/how-apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.As part of your application, you will need to upload your CV and answers to some shortlisting questions. Your answers to the shortlisting questions are the most important part of your application as they will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/cv-guidance" target="_blank">CV guidance</a>) and <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/shortlisting-questions-guidance" target="_blank">Shortlisting questions guidance</a> as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.<h2>Additional information</h2>
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours&nbsp;or term-time only.
We are a workplace that supports flexibility and employee wellbeing in the way we work whilst providing the best service for our customers. Team and service working arrangements are designed to support both employee work life balance and team collaboration. These would be part of your individual working arrangements alongside any personal preference agreed with your manager in advance of joining. Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team and travel to and from your contractual location would be at your own expense.
For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us&nbsp;</a>
<h2>Company information</h2>Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, female or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us/how-we-create-fair-and-inclusive-workplace" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk).</a>

Brighton & Hove City Council

Strategic Procurement Manager

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Ready to Shape the Future of Procurement in Brighton &amp; Hove?&nbsp;Do you have experience in procurement and a passion for making a real impact? Are you looking for a fresh challenge with strong career prospects, collaborative working, and the chance to contribute to a vibrant city?&nbsp;If that sounds like you - we want to hear from you!&nbsp;Join our Corporate Procurement Team, where you’ll play a key role in supporting our Housing Teams, helping to deliver high-quality services to our Tenants and residents.&nbsp;Interview date: Thursday 18th September or Monday 22nd September&nbsp;Questions? Reach out to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:emma.law@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">emma.law@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>About the role</h2>Brighton &amp; Hove City Council is part of Orbis Procurement, a shared service partnership with Surrey and East Sussex County Councils. Together, we manage over £2bn in external spend - from software and social care to cleaning supplies and sports equipment.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; This is your chance to be part of a growing profession in a city full of energy and innovation. You’ll support and be the advisory for a range of procurement projects in Housing. Helping to secure the goods, works, and services that meet the needs of our community and residents - all while shaping the future of public service delivery.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; Check out our forward plan of key contracts here <a href="https://democracy.brighton-hove.gov.uk/documents/s205557/Copy%20of%20Procurement%20Forward%20Plan.pdf" target="_blank">Annual Procurement Forward Plan (APFP) FY2023_2024</a>Is this you?&nbsp; We’re looking for a proactive, solutions-focused professional with a passion for public service, someone able to balance completing priorities through the use of innovation.You will<ul>
<li>bring commercial and procurement experience&nbsp;</li>
<li>strong communication skills, and a collaborative approach to working with stakeholders.</li>
<li>be able to problem-solve, understand the public sector landscape - and how this affects purchasing strategies and practices</li>
<li>be eager to drive value, innovation, and social impact&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>We’d love to have you on our team.&nbsp;Benefits of working for BHCC&nbsp;<ul>
<li>Career Development: We will offer you support for professional growth through CIPS qualifications, with options for self-study or apprenticeships.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Inclusive Team Culture: Work with a friendly, diverse team that values individuality and collaboration.&nbsp;</li>
</ul><ul>
<li>Flexible Working: Enjoy arrangements that support work-life balance, including part-time options and hybrid working.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Meaningful Impact: Contribute to procurement projects that directly benefit the residents of Brighton &amp; Hove.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Public Sector Experience: Gain valuable insight into procurement within a public sector environment, including regulations and social value delivery.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Supportive Environment: Be part of a team that encourages innovation, initiative, and continuous improvement.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Workplace Wellbeing: Join a council that prioritises employee wellbeing and flexible working practices.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Diversity &amp; Inclusion: Be part of an organisation committed to building a workforce that reflects the city’s vibrant and diverse communities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Collaborative Partnerships: Engage with internal and external partners across the Orbis Procurement network</li>
</ul>Please read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/how-apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.As part of your application, you will need to upload your CV and answers to some shortlisting questions. Your answers to the shortlisting questions are the most important part of your application as they will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/cv-guidance" target="_blank">CV guidance</a>) and <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/shortlisting-questions-guidance" target="_blank">Shortlisting questions guidance</a> as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.<h2>Additional information</h2>
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours&nbsp;or term-time only.
We are a workplace that supports flexibility and employee wellbeing in the way we work whilst providing the best service for our customers. Team and service working arrangements are designed to support both employee work life balance and team collaboration. These would be part of your individual working arrangements alongside any personal preference agreed with your manager in advance of joining. Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team and travel to and from your contractual location would be at your own expense.
For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us&nbsp;</a>
<h2>Company information</h2>Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us/how-we-create-fair-and-inclusive-workplace" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk).</a>

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<h3>About Haringey</h3>
Haringey is a fantastic place to live and work – the world in one borough. A place brimming with creativity, personality, radicalism, and community. It is a place where we stand up for each other. A place that is proudly distinctive. We’ll be celebrating all this and more as the “rebel borough” when we are the 2027 London Borough of Culture.Our history champions change-makers and everyday rebels; revelling in our differences, battling discrimination, championing equality, and doing things our own way. Haringey’s people are a huge asset, with knowledge, expertise, and passion. Our staff members embody our organisational values: Caring, Creative, Courageous, Collaborative and Community-focused. These values keep us looking forward, ambitious for the future, and continuously striving to do our very best for all of our residents.
<h3>About the role</h3>
You will be responsible for carrying out inspections of occupied and void properties, diagnosing repairs, scheduling up works through an agreed schedule of rates or where not possible preparing a specification of works and obtaining quotations. You will work with colleagues across the Housing Demand Service to ensure the PSL properties meet the current lettable standard and repaired within the agreed timescales and budget provisions. Assess the issues and the risks and to make decisions to mitigate the risks to ensure the safety of the customer and property.
You will assist in maintaining and ensuring the PSL void properties are compliant and ready for tenants.&nbsp;To be responsible for the Hand back of Homes for Haringey and Councils Leasing properties, leading on the dilapidation and disrepair claims from property owners from inception to completion.
The Temporary Accommodation Service are responsible for the procurement of properties used as temporary accommodation for homeless households and for managing the relationships and contracts we have temporary accommodation providers, ensuring that a sufficient supply of good quality and reasonably priced accommodation is available.
This role sits within the Contracts &amp; Procurement Team which is tasked with managing our temporary and emergency accommodation provision and contracts, overseeing delivery of reasonably priced temporary housing to meet identified demand.
A key element of the contract &amp; procurement work is building and maintaining relationships with providers and agents, as well as carrying out inspections and following up on repairs and property conditions.
<h3>About you</h3>
You will be required to successfully manage projects and work with contractors to ensure work is being completed to a satisfactory standard. The ability to build strong and meaningful relationships with colleagues and contractors is required as well as tact, diplomacy and the ability to negotiate. You will have excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to achieve defined performance targets.
Experience with building works, dealing with voids and disrepair. Dilapidation, handbacks is desirable. Surveying qualifications – RICS, CIOB.
Applicants must drive and have a driving licence that is valid in the UK.
<h3>Working for Haringey</h3>
At Haringey Council we are committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included, and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce so welcome applications from all ethnicities and communities so that we continue to make a difference to our residents and community.
Our benefits package includes a leave entitlement up to 31 days + bank holidays, potential hybrid working opportunities, health and wellbeing support, a generous local government pension scheme and a range of discount schemes across leisure and culture that provide both financial and money-saving discounts.
Please note: we reserve the right to end this advert before the noted deadline if we receive sufficient applications. If you wish to apply for this role please ensure that you do so as soon as possible.
Additionally, we are aware that automated emails may end be diverted through to junk email folders. Please continue to check these through the application process. If you have any questions about the status of you application please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:ResourcingHub@haringey.gov.uk" target="_blank">ResourcingHub@haringey.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;

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Property Surveyor (Temporary Accommodation)

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Woking Borough Council values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Please apply online via the link provided.
At Woking we are transforming and improving our services and are recruiting for a new role within the Housing Asset Management Department of Housing Contracts and Compliance Manager covering Mechanical and Electrical workstreams.
This role will be critical in delivering high quality contract management to mitigate risk to the Council, Council residents and members of the public by ensuring the effective delivery of all Housing Mechanical and Electrical &nbsp;related Contracts and Polices working in conjunction with the associated Regulatory Framework and Consumer Standards.
These contract areas include;
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<li>Gas Servicing (Commercial and Domestic)</li>
<li>Electrical EICR Testing (Communal and Domestic)</li>
<li>Emergency Lighting</li>
<li>Portable Appliance Testing</li>
<li>Lightning Protection Systems</li>
<li>Communal TV Aerials</li>
<li>Lift Servicing (Passenger, Stairlifts, Through-floor lifts, and Hoists)</li>
<li>LOLER examination management</li>
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We are seeking a candidate who has expert knowledge and experience of contract management, housing compliance and mechanical and electrical workstreams. You will also be able to manage data with a keen eye for detail and accuracy and be able to manage high value budgets.
This is an exciting opportunity to directly shape and improve services in this area managing a small team and a group of contractors to develop efficient processes leading to strong performance.
The Council offers in return a generous flexi time scheme with the ability to take two flexi days a month, membership of the local government pension scheme, discounted health and leisure membership, plus many more excellent benefits.
DBS Check 
Woking Borough Council takes a robust approach to thoroughly checking anyone who has applied to work with vulnerable groups including children.
As this job involves contact with vulnerable groups, successful applicants will be required to obtain a Disclosure Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Assistance will be given by the Council and further details can be found in the job pack.
English Language Requirement 
The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for this post.&nbsp; An assessment may be required. If you have any queries or would like to discuss this further, please contact the Human Resources team.
Closing Date:&nbsp; 5 September 2025 - 23:55pm
Inteview dates: TBC

Housing Contracts and Compliance Manager – Mechanical and Electrical

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Salary - Hourly rate dependant on coaching qualifications and experience (sessional) The post holder reports to: Sports Development Officer To coach or lead a specific sport to one or more of the following groups (children, young people, adults) at a specific level (from beginner to performance) as part of a sports development programme, in a variety of venues (ranging from sports halls to social halls and parks) and/or to organise and lead sporting activities as part of a holiday programme at a variety of venues throughout the Borough. While in overall charge of a session, senior/more experienced coaches may be asked to work with an assistant coach/sports leader. Post will require a DBS check. Please view&nbsp;Job Profile &nbsp;here For an informal discussion about the post, please contact &nbsp;<a href="mailto:Darrell.Braiden@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">Darrell.Braiden@havering.gov.uk</a> The closing date for the receipt of applications is 3rd September &nbsp;2025&nbsp;however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. You will be notified if your application has been successful. &nbsp;Interview date to be confirmed . Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770 &nbsp;Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering. The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

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