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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.Lead the Change. Shape the Future. Make a Real Impact.At North Somerset Council, we’re transforming how children and families are supported, creating a joined-up, strength-based system that delivers help early and makes a lasting difference. As our Head of Front Door and Family Wellbeing, you’ll be at the forefront of this transformation.This is your opportunity to lead with purpose, drive innovation, and ensure every child gets the right support at the right time. You’ll bring clarity where there’s complexity, compassion where there’s challenges, and leadership where it matters most.The RoleYou’ll lead our integrated Front Door to Children’s Services and targeted Early Help offer, including Family Wellbeing Teams, Family Hubs and parenting support services.You’ll be responsible for:<ul><li>Inspiring and empowering a skilled, passionate workforce through values-led leadership.</li><li>Driving excellence in safeguarding and early help, with a culture of learning and continuous improvement.</li><li>Championing trauma-informed, strength-based, and reflective practice.</li><li>Building strong partnerships across agencies, communities, and families.</li><li>Shaping future services in line with national social care reforms.</li></ul>This is a strategic leadership role with real operational influence, where your decisions will directly impact lives. This role may be subject to change as part of the social care reforms implementation and this change will be part of your terms and conditions at the time of your appointment.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 Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:<ul><li>2-3 days in the office</li><li>Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.</li><li>Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li></ul>About YouWe’re looking for a bold, compassionate leader who brings:<ul><li>A professional social work qualification and registration with Social Work England.</li><li>Senior-level experience in children’s social care, including safeguarding and early help.</li><li>A clear strategic vision and the ability to turn ideas into action.</li><li>A collaborative, inclusive leadership style that builds trust and inspires confidence.</li><li>A deep commitment to working alongside families and communities to create lasting change.</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>Why North Somerset?Join a council that’s ambitious for children and committed to its people. We offer:<ul><li>A strong values-driven culture that puts children first.</li><li>Investment in your leadership development and wellbeing.</li><li>A reflective, learning environment with high support and high challenge.</li><li>Flexible, modern working arrangements and a supportive senior team.</li></ul>This is more than a job, it’s a chance to shape a service and culture that truly changes lives.Ready to lead with purpose?If you’re ready to bring vision, compassion and integrity to a role that matters, we want to hear from you.Apply now and help us build brighter futures for every child in North Somerset.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>.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 Gary Jones, Assistant Director, Children Support &amp; Safeguarding, at <a href="mailto:gary.jones@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">gary.jones@n-somerset.gov.uk</a> or 07345 742240.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 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

Head of Front Door and Family Wellbeing (Early Help)

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



Delivering quality and excellent service
 Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.
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The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.
 The Post
Shared Technology Services are looking for a Finance Officer to support the Financial Controller in providing efficient and timely support in the provision of a comprehensive professional finance service that fulfils partner Councils statutory, corporate and operational requirements.
Other responsibilities include assisting the Financial Controller in monthly budget monitoring, monthly recharges to Partner Councils and analysing weekly GL and PO Reports. The successful candidate will be required to run Oracle and other financial reports promptly when required to facilitate data analysis and decision making.
The successful candidate will also be dealing with Accounts Receivable (raising Customer invoices), Accounts Payable, including checking the receipting and coding of POs, downloading supplier invoices, payroll, overtime and reconciliations (both, supplier and customer accounts), as well as preparing the numbers for budgets, annual accounts and strategic financial forecasts.
The Person
We are looking for a candidate with excellent numeracy and IT skills equipped with strong interpersonal skills and the confidence to represent STS Finance at meetings and other briefings etc.
The successful candidate will possess good problem solving skills, be proactive and very-well organised, and have good Excel skills to accurately prepare financial reports. &nbsp;
The successful candidate will have experience of working in local government or possess other relevant experience. It is highly desirable that the candidate holds an accounting qualification and / or experience in finance and accounting. It is also expected that the candidate will possess good working knowledge in Accounts Payable and financial ERPs (Oracle). &nbsp;
Our Offer to You
In addition to your salary, you will also get to enjoy the following benefits:
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<li>27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, increasing to 31 days plus 8 bank holidays after 5 years continuous service</li>
<li>Very generous employer pension contribution</li>
<li>Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home 2 days per week (laptop provided)</li>
<li>A wide range of family friendly policies such as parental leave</li>
<li>Access to affordable parking nearby</li>
<li>Access to our Zipcar scheme&nbsp;</li>
<li>Access to our Employee Assistance programme for free confidential counselling</li>
<li>Season ticket loan for public transport</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme and good onsite facilities</li>
<li>Access to My Brent Rewards for big brand discounts, local offers and money off for travel, cinema and shopping vouchers &nbsp;</li>
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Closing date: Thursday 20 November 2025 (23:59)- We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested in this role, we advise that you apply as soon as possible"
Additional Information&nbsp;

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


Applications from candidates who have applied for this role in the last 6 months will not be considered.


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

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances. &nbsp;
Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.
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As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including “non-visible” disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@brent.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@brent.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;

Brent Council

This is Brent

Finance Officer

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Surrey Heath Borough Council is committed to safer recruitment and equality of opportunity in employment and service delivery and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. If you are unable to apply online for reasons of disability, please call 01276 707126 to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be made to accommodate your individual requirements.
Please note:
All successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks in line with BPSS guidelines, which includes standard identification, referencing and unspent conviction checks. Surrey Heath Borough Council undertakes not to discriminate unfairly against any subject of a disclosure on the basis of conviction or other information revealed.
For the best chance of successful application, please read the Job Description and Personal Specification fully before applying for this vacancy as it contains information you will need to refer to when applying. We do not accept CV’s submitted without a fully completed application form. To reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. If you choose to submit your CV with your application form we request that you remove all your personal details before uploading your CV. This will ensure that Managers cannot see your personal details when completing their shortlist. &nbsp;If you have not heard from the council within 4 weeks of the closing date you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful. All unsuccessful applications will be removed and confidentially disposed of 6 months after the closing date.
If you have any further enquiries please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@surreyheath.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@surreyheath.gov.uk</a> or telephone 01276 707126.
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Grade &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; SH 03
Contract&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 12 Month Fixed Term Contract 
Hours&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 37 per week (4 on 4 off rota, including weekends)
Location&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Main Square Car Park, Camberley
Join Surrey Heath Borough Council and be part of an organisation who is committed to delivery through meaningful community engagement and excellent customer service. We have a friendly and supportive staff culture with people who want to help make a real difference in our community for everyone that lives and works here. We welcome a culture of innovation and creativity by welcoming new ideas from everyone.
About the Role
We are seeking a strong individual to bring excellent customer service and high standards to our car parking service. Working across the Borough and within a busy operations office, you will help keep our multi-storey and surface car parks running smoothly, providing excellent customer care under sometimes demanding situations and enforcing parking regulations in our car parks.
You will provide direct customer care from our Main Square car park office either by phone, intercom or face to face. Full training will be given on our ICT systems, payment systems and pay stations. You will also be expected to provide information on car park related matters to the public throughout your role.
About You
You will be self-confident, have excellent customer facing skills, be practical and presentable, have a current driving license to carry out mobile patrols and hold the relevant qualification (Civil Enforcement Officer Level 2) or be experienced in the knowledge of parking legislation, equipment and enforcement.
Additional Information
Benefits 
We are committed to providing a healthy work life balance for our employees, with hybrid working and other flexible working arrangements on offer. A laptop and mobile phone will be provided for your role if applicable. We offer a generous benefits package including a minimum of 170 hours’ annual leave rising to 207 hours after 5 years’ service, plus Bank Holidays, a generous local government pension scheme, free parking for all employees and payment of a professional membership fee. As well as subsidised gym membership at our local Places Leisure Centre and great savings from supermarkets, shopping, cycle to work schemes and holidays via the My Staff Shop scheme.
Closing date: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Sunday 30th November&nbsp;2025
Interview date: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; WC 8th Decemmber &nbsp;2025
Contact details
For an informal discussion, please contact Alan Burns, Parking Services Manager on (+44) 01276707479, <a href="mailto:alan.burns@surreyheath.gov.uk" target="_blank">alan.burns@surreyheath.gov.uk</a>
Our Commitment
Surrey Heath Borough Council is committed to equality of opportunity in employment and service delivery and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.
NO AGENCY CALLS PLEASE

Surrey Heath Borough Council

Civil Enforcement Officer

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To apply for this post, please complete an application form and provide a supporting statement
on your suitability for the post to Mrs E J Casewell, Headteacher Applications should be returned to <a href="mailto:recruitment@shavington.academy" target="_blank">recruitment@shavington.academy</a>
Application packs are available from the Academy website: <a href="http://www.shavington.academy" target="_blank">www.shavington.academy</a> or by emailing: <a href="mailto:recruitment@shavington.academy" target="_blank">recruitment@shavington.academy</a>
Please note that only fully completed Academy applications forms will be considered



SHAVINGTON ACADEMY
Rope Lane, Shavington, Cheshire CW2 5DH
Tel: 01270 260717
Email: <a href="mailto:recruitment@shavington.academy" target="_blank">recruitment@shavington.academy</a> Website: <a href="http://www.shavington.academy" target="_blank">www.shavington.academy</a>
Headteacher: Mrs Emma Casewell
Applications are invited for the part-time permanent post of
Midday Assistant
Required to start November 2025
Salary £4,160 per annum
Permanent 7.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday 12.20pm-1.50pm
Due to the continued growth of the Academy, Trustees/Governors are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and driven individual to join it’s friendly and dedicated midday assistant team.
Duties will include preparation of the Café prior to lunch being served, supervision of pupils during the lunch break, cleaning of the Café after the lunch break and working in close collaboration with the Catering Team.
Please note we may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date. We therefore encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Shavington Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
All posts are subject to enhanced DBS checks and completion of Level 2 safeguarding training
Closing Date: Friday 21st November 2025 @ 12 noon
Interviews: TBA
To apply for this post, please complete an application form and provide a supporting statement
on your suitability for the post to Mrs E J Casewell, Headteacher Applications should be returned to <a href="mailto:recruitment@shavington.academy" target="_blank">recruitment@shavington.academy</a>
Application packs are available from the Academy website: <a href="http://www.shavington.academy" target="_blank">www.shavington.academy</a> or by emailing: <a href="mailto:recruitment@shavington.academy" target="_blank">recruitment@shavington.academy</a>
Please note that only fully completed Academy applications forms will be considered

Midday Assistant

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Our preferred method is online application however if you do require a hard copy application pack please contact Human Resources, Guildford Borough Council, Millmead, Guildford GU2 4BB. Telephone (01483) 444111 (24-hr). Alternatively e-mail <a href="mailto:sally.nielsen@guildford.gov.uk" target="_blank">sally.nielsen@guildford.gov.uk</a> quoting the relevant post number. Please note that we do not accept CVs, please ensure that you complete the application form fully.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and post-holders to share this commitment. To fulfil this commitment we have robust systems in place for the safe recruitment of staff and volunteers.
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We have an exciting opportunity for a Precinct Sweeper Driver as part of our street scenes team to work within Guildford.
Street Cleaning maintain an attractive and clean environment, including roads, car parks and strategic assets for the enjoyment of residents and visitors to our borough.
We are looking for an individual who is self-motivated and enthusiastic with excellent communications skills.&nbsp; A passion for delivering excellent customer service, who has a “can do” attitude and is a good team player.&nbsp;An interest and experience in street cleaning and sweeping is desirable.
The suitable candidate will be used to working under pressure and will have the ability to work on their own initiative.
In return we offer a range of benefits including incremental progression related pay, highly competitive annual leave allowances, flexible working, staff discount scheme and membership of the local government pension scheme.
Please read the job specification before applying.
Interview dates TBC

Guildford Borough Council

Precinct Sweeper Driver

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&nbsp;Vacancy Advert -&nbsp; Science Laboratory Technician – Chemistry 

Appointment Type
Permanent
Start Date
As soon as possible &nbsp;
Salary Scale
Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College pay scale
Grade 4 – 30 hours pw – Term Time +1
£23,364.83- £25,001.01 pro rata
Actual salary £16,272.93- £17,413.32 – Pay Award Pending

Closing Date
Monday 17th November&nbsp;
Interview Date
TBC
The Trustees are seekingto appoint a Science Laboratory Technician to support the Science Department. The Science Technician will provide a practical, daily technician service to members of the teaching staff in the Science Department through the preparation and provision of equipment, apparatus and chemicals to enable pupils to carry out laboratory and workshop practical work and experiments.
The closing date for applications is Monday 17th November&nbsp;
For more information please contact <a href="mailto:officeadmin@sandbachhigh.co.uk" target="_blank">officeadmin@sandbachhigh.co.uk</a>

Sandbach High School & 6th Form College

Science Laboratory Technician Chemistry Specialist

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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 a great opportunity for a Parenting Assessor, Senior Social Worker, to join the Family Safeguarding Team on a full-time permanent basis.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance.
To learn more about what it is like to work with us, take a look&nbsp;<a href="https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutu.be%2FSBqihNKEzBo&amp;data=05%7C02%7CKaren.Cawley%40bracknell-forest.gov.uk%7C85795aa8149a44ea7c1d08ddf208d2eb%7Cf54c93b70883478fbf3d56e09b7ca0b7%7C0%7C0%7C638932841905634818%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=HYuklqi1iWVc7MCH4rIErRDXCmQZP2Dg2Lg7gIe1jpg%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">at our team's video</a>.
If you would like an informal chat or a tour of the office prior to submitting your application, please contact <a href="mailto:helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a> to arrange a suitable time.
Salary: This role attracts a4% Annual Retention Payment after 1 year's service.
<h3>About you...</h3>
As a Parenting Assessor, Senior Social Worker, you are passionate about making a difference for children and families. With curiosity, empathy and determination, you will build meaningful relationships, work collaboratively with partners, and help families find sustainable change.
You will bring your safeguarding skills and creativity to ensure every child is heard, valued, and protected.
As a Parenting Assessor, Senior Social Worker, you will have at least three years post-qualifying experience within children’s social care, that includes extensive experience in complex child protection cases, care planning and legal proceedings
You will be Social Work England registered.
<h3>About the team...</h3>
Our Family Safeguarding Team, located at Time Square in Bracknell, is a dynamic, supportive group of professionals dedicated to safeguarding children and empowering families.
We pride ourselves on strong teamwork, close partnership working, and a culture of openness and reflection. You will find a friendly environment where your skills are valued, your wellbeing matters, and your professional development is supported.
You can read what our team have to say about working at Bracknell Forest via this link: <a href="https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bracknell-forest.gov.uk%2Fjobs%2Fchildrens-social-care-jobs&amp;data=05%7C02%7CKaren.Cawley%40bracknell-forest.gov.uk%7C85795aa8149a44ea7c1d08ddf208d2eb%7Cf54c93b70883478fbf3d56e09b7ca0b7%7C0%7C0%7C638932841905656934%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=RokSy0wLGtt88IXtxqVeYaklkjGlLUXYtmKBfKqvgwU%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Children's social care jobs | Bracknell Forest Council</a>
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
<ul>
<li>Develop and deliver safeguarding plans that place children’s safety and wellbeing at the centre.</li>
<li>Manage a varied caseload (CIN, CP, Care Proceedings, CLA) while maintaining accurate records in line with policy and GDPR.</li>
<li>Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team, contributing to service development and supporting colleagues.</li>
<li>Participate in the team duty system, responding promptly to safeguarding concerns.</li>
<li>Access regular reflective supervision, training, and professional development opportunities to strengthen practice and achieve positive outcomes for children and families.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits...</h3>
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<li>28 days annual leave increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Paid employee volunteering scheme.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility). [only applicable to roles on BG-G and above – delete if not relevant]</li>
<li>Reimbursement of one annual professional subscription/registration</li>
<li>Reimbursement of Social Work England registration</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Shortlisting will be done on a weekly basis, and interviews will be arranged a minimum of 7 days after this for suitable applicants.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Maggie Mandecka - Team Manager, Family Safeguarding
Tel.: 01344 355335
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Bracknell Forest Council

Parenting Assessor - Senior Social Worker

Job Title: Fair Access Officer Starting Salary: £38,220 progressing to £41,771 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 15 Location: Stevenage Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31st March 2026 Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>The Admissions &amp; Transport Team is a fast paced, dynamic service working within Childrens Services. The Fair Access Team sits within this department and secures school places for children who may have had a disrupted education or may have had difficulties in accessing an educational placement.<h4>About the role</h4>You will take responsibility for securing educational provision for a caseload of children who are reintegrating into school, and coordinating their support package.&nbsp;This is a high volume role where you will make full use of your negotiation, communication and professional skills to place children in appropriate education provision in accordance with Hertfordshire’s Fair Access Protocol.You will be working in partnership with schools and a range of other agencies to make a real difference to the outcomes for children.&nbsp;<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>You will need experience of working with challenging/vulnerable young people within an educational environment.</li><li>You should have the ability to influence and work collaboratively with schools, and experience of successful liaison with senior school staff including Head Teachers.</li><li>Experience of effective and successful working in multi-agency settings and seeking solutions including the chairing of multi-agency meetings and constructing support packages for children with additional needs.</li><li>You will be confident, diplomatic and calm in sensitive situations (including discussing children’s disabilities or special needs with parents/carers) and resilient when dealing with complex issues and complaints.</li><li>You must be a proficient IT user - word processing, spreadsheets, databases and email, with good problem solving and analytical skills to produce and manipulate statistics and reports.</li><li>You will be educated to minimum A Level or equivalent, with a minimum GCSE Grade C in English and Maths or able to demonstrate equivalent level of achievement through work experience. Knowledge of legislation of school admissions, exclusions and education administration would be an advantage.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Driving licence and access to a vehicle - the ability to get to meetings within schools by car</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Community Services, level COM10 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Community servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Deborah Roberts (<a href="mailto:deborah.roberts@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">deborah.roberts@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>)Interview Date: TBCBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. Secondment This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the&nbsp;Secondment Form&nbsp;as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Fair Access Officer

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The Role
Are you organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about delivering excellent customer service? An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the busy and supportive HR team at Lancaster City Council as an HR Administrator.
In this pivotal role, you will provide a comprehensive HR administration service to managers and staff across the Council. As the first point of contact for internal and external HR enquiries, you’ll be involved in the full employee lifecycle from recruitment and onboarding to leavers and everything in between.
You’ll need excellent IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office, and the ability to follow user guides and work independently. While previous HR administration experience is an advantage, we’re more interested in your ability to demonstrate the skills and attitude needed to thrive in this role.
Key Responsibilities:
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<li>Maintain HR systems and records with accuracy and confidentiality.</li>
<li>Respond to staff and manager queries, delivering clear guidance and a customer-focused service.</li>
<li>Support HR projects and initiatives, including taking notes at formal hearings.</li>
<li>Assist in organising corporate employee engagement events.</li>
<li>Represent the Council at external events such as career fairs and open days.</li>
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You’ll work closely with the HR &amp; OD team to ensure seamless delivery of HR strategies and contribute to a positive employee experience across the organisation.
Working Arrangements:
This is a hybrid role, combining on-site attendance with remote working. Ability to travel to locations, as the job will provide support at multiple council sites around the district, and you will travel frequently between locations.
ICT Equipment will be provided. The Council operates a Flexible Working Hours Scheme, offering a supportive and adaptable working environment.
Flexible working friendly – we offer hybrid working, a generous flexi-time scheme, and opportunity to work with your team to establish working hours to enable you to maximise your work-life balance.&nbsp;
About You
You will identify with our organisational values of Pride, Ownership, Working Together and Ambition.
Our Benefits
Lancaster is a great place to work, as well as being part of something special you will also benefit from:
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<li>Generous annual leave allowance</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>A range of employee benefits including discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme, the opportunity to purchase extra time off, as well as discounts on days out, activities and retail.</li>
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Lancaster City Council has unanimously declared a climate emergency and will therefore work towards reducing carbon emissions to net-zero by 2030. As part of this role, you will be expected to participate and work towards reducing both carbon emissions and the impacts of climate change.
We are an Investor in People, Forces Friendly employer, and an Armed Forces Covenant committed organisation. We welcome applications from defence reserves and other members of our armed forces community. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all parts of our community.
At Lancaster City Council we aim to have a diverse workforce that is representative of the district that we serve and provide a working environment where each employee feels able to bring their whole self to work. We welcome applications from all sections of our community and provide several supportive and inclusive workplace networks and safe spaces for employees to feel connected. Our workplace wellbeing strategy drives our commitment to staff wellbeing initiatives and ensuring that our organisation is a great place to work for all.
We are a disability confident committed employer.
Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive we are unable to update all applicants individually. If you do not receive a response from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, then your application will have unfortunately been unsuccessful in progressing to interview.
Interview date: TBC

Lancaster City Council

HR Assistant

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Conservation Officer Permanent, 37 hours per week £26,824 – 39,152 per annumUnderstand and Preserve the Past. Influence the Future.Are you passionate about the historic built environment and ready to make a lasting impact?Wychavon and Malvern Hills District Councils are seeking a skilled and motivated Conservation Officer to help shape the future of our towns and villages while safeguarding their unique heritage.From timber-framed cottages and medieval churches to Georgian streetscapes and Victorian civic buildings, our districts offer an extraordinary range of heritage assets.This role places you at the heart of planning and conservation, supporting development management, strategic heritage initiatives, and public engagement.Why this role stands out:<ul><li>Diverse Heritage Portfolio: Work across three local authorities, including Worcester City, with a rich mix of listed buildings, conservation areas, and historic landscapes.</li><li>Professional Growth: Benefit from a career-graded post with clear progression routes and support towards IHBC accreditation.</li><li>Collaborative Team: Join a supportive, multi-disciplinary heritage team committed to mentoring and high-quality service delivery.</li><li>Strategic Influence: Contribute to conservation area appraisals, enforcement action, and heritage-led regeneration projects.</li><li>Meaningful Work: Help ensure that development respects and enhances the character of our historic places.</li></ul>In this role you will:<ul><li>Advise on planning applications, listed building consents, and enforcement cases affecting designated heritage assets.</li><li>Undertake site visits and provide expert input on repairs, alterations, and heritage statements.</li><li>Support the preparation of conservation policy documents and contribute to appeals and public inquiries.</li><li>Promote good design and conservation practice across the district.</li></ul>About you: You’ll bring:<ul><li>A degree Historic Building Conservation, Planning, or a related field.</li><li>At least one year’s experience in planning or conservation.</li><li>A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.</li><li>Strong communication, organisational, and analytical skills.</li></ul>What we can offerOur staff are at the heart of what we do and are key to ensuring we deliver our We are Wychavon District Council plan (attached) to make a positive difference to our communities, our economy and our environment. We are always looking to recruit, develop and retain the very best talent we can find. So, as well as a rewarding career, we offer a range of attractive benefits, such as:<ul><li>Excellent pension scheme with employer contributions</li><li>Generous annual leave entitlement with options to purchase additional annual leave</li><li>Committed training programme and development opportunities</li><li>Onsite nursery with 20% staff discount</li><li>Discounted Gym and swim membership</li><li>Health and Wellbeing support and a Free Employee Assistance scheme including access to counselling services</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme</li><li>Employee Discounts with a range of companies including EE and the Kaarp discount scheme.</li></ul>We are an employer that values face to face communication, collaboration and connection, therefore all our roles have an office-based requirement with some agile working.Please note: Wychavon District Council does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.To discuss the post or for further information, please call Rebecca L Hart on +44 (0)1386 565384Closing date: Sunday 23 November 2025Interview dates:Tuesday 2 &amp; Wednesday 3December 2025Please note that depending on intake of applications, we may extend the advert or close the role and interview for the position sooner than advertised.

Conservation Officer

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There has never been a more exciting time to join Wirral Council. We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.
Homeless Advice &amp; Prevention Officer x 2
Fixed Term Contract until 31st October 2026.
About the Role:
An opportunity has arisen to join a respected Housing Team within Wirral Council. We are looking for an experienced and self-motivated Housing Options Officer / Homeless Assessment &amp; Prevention Officer to provide homeless prevention advice &amp; assistance to households who are threatened with homelessness and to assess and process homelessness applications made under current legislation.
About the candidate:
We would like to hear from you if you have knowledge of homeless legislation (Part VII of the Housing Act 1996/2002 and the Homeless Reduction Act 2018) and experience of developing personalised housing plans.
You will have had experience of working within a homeless/housing environment and managing a demanding caseload, carrying out assessments and investigations in line with legislation. This will include the use of prevention tools to sustain existing housing or secure suitable and affordable alternative accommodation.
You must be able to investigate issues, in a sensitive manner, accurately record statements and findings and effectively negotiate resolutions with accommodation providers and landlords, to prevent homelessness.
Preferably you will have experience of using the LOCATA HPA2 system.
Interviews to be held early December 2025.
If you wish to discuss this role or require further information, please contact Neil Woodhouse, on email <a href="mailto:neilwoodhouse@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">neilwoodhouse@wirral.gov.uk</a>
If your skills, knowledge, or experience looks a little different from what we have identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you - as subject to the skills, knowledge, or experience levels within the candidate pool we may explore a traineeship for this role.
If you are a Wirral resident, are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team on <a href="mailto:info@involvenorthwest.org.uk" target="_blank">info@involvenorthwest.org.uk</a> or contact 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.
If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress, and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
Working at Wirral
You’ll also want to know what it’s like to work here so, as a start:
Our values are more than just pieces of paper on our walls! We’ve all played a role in developing these, so they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do, what matters to us, what inspires us and inform how we think, approach things, and behave.
We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff wellbeing is a priority for us. We’re serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You’ll benefit from our track record of developing, growing, and investing in our people.
We have a range of staff benefits including staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme which includes a generous employer contribution rate, immediate life cover and ill-health protection. We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays.
We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities.
Each voice is heard, each contribution valued. We embrace diversity in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions differences and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.
We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. If you’d like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier-free and as accessible as possible, please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies.
It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances.
Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications.
Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration.&nbsp; Forms received via the post will not be processed.
All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the Jobs page.
The job description and other supporting documents will not be accessible once the vacancy closing date has passed so if a copy is required you should download it now.
We do not accept applications or CV’s from recruitment agencies, unless otherwise stated. Therefore, any candidates submitted via a recruitment agency will not be considered for this role.

Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council

Homeless Advice and Prevention Officer

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families across Birmingham? Birmingham Children’s Trust is seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Social Work Lead Practitioner to join our Family Help service in the Child Protection Enquiry Team.We are committed to Working Together to make Birmingham the greatest city to grow up in. Our mission is to deliver excellent social work and family support services for the city’s most vulnerable children and families. Every member of our team plays a vital role in achieving our shared goals.As a Senior Social Work Lead Practitioner, you will:<ul> <li>Act as the lead professional for children and families in need of help and support.</li> <li>Undertake needs-led assessments and lead the creation and delivery of multi-agency support plans.</li> <li>Facilitate Early Help and Child in Need meetings and establish a ‘Team Around the Family’.</li> <li>Prepare and present assessments and reports to conferences, courts, and panels.</li> <li>Engage with the Multi-Agency Child Protection Team (MACPT) and deliver child protection plans where necessary.</li> <li>Build strong relationships with children and families, promoting their development, safety, and wellbeing.</li> <li>Use trauma-informed, relationship-based practice to engage families.</li> <li>Maintain high standards of case recording and contribute to multi-agency partnerships.</li> <li>Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of your work.</li></ul>Our offer to you:<ul> <li>In addition to the salary offered, there is an incentive payment of £1,000</li> <li>Retention payment of up to £5,000 per annum, subject to tax and NI deductions - T&amp;C's will apply.</li> <li>A generous annual leave package of 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 5 years of service and 35 days after 10 years of service.</li> <li>Free on-site parking.</li> <li>Full reimbursement of your annual Social Work England registration fee</li> <li>Flexible and mobile working policy - we are well adapted to a hybrid model of working which includes a combination of time spent in the office and at home.</li> <li>We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. </li></ul>There will also be a webinar being held for those interested in finding out more about the roles and the service, this will be held at 5.00pm on Tuesday 25th November 2025, please use the link <a href="https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ODMzMDY4NzctMzE2Ny00NTI1LTkyZjUtYWE5N2NlOGM3Mzcz%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22699ace67-d2e4-4bcd-b303-d2bbe2b9bbf1%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22ca820960-f5fc-432b-a661-be7f07ccc6fe%22%7d" target="_blank">Click here</a> to join the webinar and please register your interest by emailing <a href="mailto:Joinus@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Joinus@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a> BenefitsHelp us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence. Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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About the roleWe have exciting opportunities for two Commissioning Officers to play a leading role within North Northamptonshire’s Public Health Commissioning Team. We have two roles: one permanent and the other a two-year fixed-term role, with potential to extend.This role will be central to shaping the future Public Health services, ensuring services are joined-up, accessible, and responsive to the needs of the people of North Northamptonshire. You will support the commissioning of high-quality, evidence-based, and cost-effective services across Public Health, including:• Substance Use• Sexual Health• Healthy Lifestyles and Health Improvement• Children’s ServicesYou will bring knowledge of commissioning, co-production, and monitoring and evaluation, alongside skills in community engagement, partnership working, and stakeholder management. Working collaboratively with providers, colleagues, and partners, you will oversee provider performance, manage tenders and grants, and ensure services deliver real impact for local communities.This is a hybrid role, with a base at Sheerness House in Kettering. The successful applicant will need to travel across North Northamptonshire, as and when required.Interviews are currently expected to be held on Tuesday 9th December. What will you be doing?Principal responsibilities <ol><li>Under the guidance of the Commissioning Manager complete project activities and build relationships with other partners/organisations to support the development and delivery of the actions within adopted Commissioning strategies to ensure the best possible outcomes for vulnerable groups within available resources, compliant with legislation and in line with national and local strategic direction. </li><li>To collate and analyse information on contract performance, management and costs. Produce reports to enable the monitoring of performance against individual contracts and key performance indicators. </li><li>To provide high quality coordination of and support to routine commissioning business processes, including performance and quality monitoring, and liaising with council colleagues on financial, legal and procurement tasks. </li><li>To develop and implement engagement structures and activities to harness the views of service users, families and carers, local communities, service providers and other key stakeholders to ensure the Council support the identification of service gaps and unmet needs to inform the decommissioning, redesign and commissioning of services to meet the health and wellbeing needs of the population. </li><li>To complete the writing of specifications and tender documentation and help to evaluate tender documentation and issue new contracts alongside the Commissioning Manager to procure new and revised public health services. </li><li>To review intelligence and engage with local communities and providers to understand the needs within the marketplace to align the market in delivering good quality, cost effective services that meet the identified needs of service users and carers. </li><li>To provide advice and guidance about commissioned services to operational staff, senior managers and elected members, including the writing of analytical reports and presentation of data as required. </li><li>To undertake market and supplier research, review legislation and policy guidance to identify opportunities for improved value for the council and identify process efficiencies and/or cashable savings. </li><li>To research and review legislation, policy guidance, new initiatives and best practice that improves health and well-being to ensure the Commissioning Manager, the Council and local providers are kept informed of commissioning policy and initiatives. </li></ol>About youEducation, Qualifications and Training<ul><li>Degree or equivalent, preferably in policy, research or health related areas.</li></ul>Experience and KnowledgeEssential Criteria<ul><li>Experience of processes for the commissioning, contracting &amp; monitoring of public services of similar business processes. </li><li>Experience of working in social research and/or consultation. </li><li>Experience of project management &amp; business management, including coordination, planning, information collation, analysing data to produce reports, strategies and briefing papers. </li><li>Good level of knowledge of Public Health, health and health improvement. </li><li>Understanding of the importance of consultation and engagement and what are the most effective ways to consult with people so they are involved in the decision making process. </li><li>Good level of knowledge of Social and Health care systems in England and Wales.</li></ul>Desirable Criteria<ul><li>Experience in Public Health, health and health improvement. </li></ul>Ability and Skills<ul><li>Computer literacy to intermediate level in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.</li></ul>Equal Opportunities<ul><li>Ability to demonstrate awareness/understanding of equal opportunities and other people’s behaviour, physical, social and welfare needs.</li></ul>Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur Values and BehavioursOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur Key CommitmentsOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council’s pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status.Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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North Northamptonshire Council

Commissioning Officer

About the roleAre you looking to kickstart your career in housing and public service? Do you want to make a real difference in your community while gaining valuable experience and a nationally recognised qualification?We’re looking for a Housing Solutions Apprentice to join our dynamic team within Adults, Health Partnerships and Housing. This is a fantastic opportunity to work across four key service areas; Housing Advice and Options, Housing Allocations, Single Homelessness, and Accommodation Services, on a block rotation, supporting the delivery of vital services.What you’ll gain:<ul><li>A Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship</li><li>Hands-on experience in a busy, customer-focused environment</li><li>Skills and knowledge to build a career in housing and public service</li></ul>Ready to apply? If you're enthusiastic, organised, and eager to learn, we’d love to hear from you. Help us make a difference in the lives of residents across North Northamptonshire.What will you be doing?<ul><li>Providing efficient and confidential administrative support across Housing Solutions</li><li>Responding to customer enquiries via phone and email</li><li>Processing invoices and payments in line with council guidelines</li><li>Coordinating multi-agency meetings and capturing notes/actions</li><li>Maintaining accurate records and databases</li><li>Supporting assessments and reviews by managing documentation</li><li>Using Microsoft Office and other systems to help deliver services effectively</li></ul>About you<ul><li>A good general education to GCSE standard</li><li>Strong communication and organisational skills</li><li>Confidence using IT systems including Word, Outlook, and databases</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team</li><li>A commitment to equal opportunities and safeguarding</li></ul>Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur Values and BehavioursOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur Key CommitmentsOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council’s pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status.Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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Housing Solutions Business Support Officer (Apprenticeship)

About the roleWe have an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to join our committed and talented Commissioning and Contracts Team, within Adult Social Care, as a Commissioning and Contracts Manager. This will be a challenging but rewarding role for the right individual with a genuine commitment to improve outcomes for people within North Northamptonshire.You will play a key role in leading commissioning and contracting work on behalf of Adult Social Care in North Northamptonshire, as well as developing and implementing our strategic commissioning intentions. Responsibilities include engaging with stakeholders, analysing current and future need, developing and commissioning services, contracting, shaping and sustaining the market.This role will suit you if you:<ul><li>Enjoy a challenge</li><li>Can work across multiple portfolios </li><li>Are able to effectively manage competing deadlines and changing priorities</li><li>Have substantial experience in commissioning and/or contracting (ideally both)</li><li>Are able to bring ideas and solutions to the challenges in the social care market</li><li>Can confidently manage project teams and projects to time and financial targets</li></ul>What will you be doing?The post holder will:<ul><li>Lead multiple projects and project teams of internal and external stakeholders</li><li>Work collaboratively across the system and with local people</li><li>Compile and present comprehensive governance reports</li><li>Manage contractual arrangements throughout the contract lifecyle, including compiling terms as well as mobilising, varying, novating and terminating contracts</li><li>Act as a point of contact for contract-related issues, and widen understanding and awareness amongst stakeholders of both commissioning and contracting</li><li>Practice intelligence-led commissioning, using sound data and evidence</li></ul>About youThe right candidate will:<ul><li>Be able to work autonomously with minimal supervision</li><li>Be an effective team member, supporting colleagues when needed</li><li>Have excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities</li><li>Have good attention to detail, particularly in reviewing legal documents</li><li>Be familiar with a range of information sources and research methodologies, including the analysis of complex demographic and demand led trends</li><li>Have excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with a diverse range of individuals and groups</li><li>Understand the benefits of co-production and working in this way</li><li>Have financial analysis and risk management capabilities</li><li>Understand relevant regulatory and legal requirements</li></ul>Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur Key CommitmentsOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council’s pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status.Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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Commissioning and Contracts Manager

Job Description Job Title:&nbsp;Health Trainer&nbsp;(2 posts) Salary:&nbsp;£33,531– £38,052&nbsp;per annum Grade:&nbsp;D Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent &nbsp; Working Hours:&nbsp;Full-time37 hours per week&nbsp;&nbsp; About the department&nbsp; Thurrock Health Trainer Service is a key part of the local authority’s Public Health Team, dedicated to supporting residents to improve their health and wellbeing. Our service provides practical, one-to-one and group support to help people make positive lifestyle changes, particularly those from disadvantaged or hard-to-reach communities.&nbsp; Health Trainers work closely with individuals to assess their current lifestyle, set achievable health goals, and develop personalised action plans. They offer guidance and motivation on a range of health issues, including healthy eating, physical activity, stopping smoking, reducing alcohol intake, and improving emotional wellbeing. Health Trainers also signpost clients to other relevant services and community resources as needed. Our team is committed to reducing health inequalities by engaging with local communities, building trust, and empowering people to take control of their own health. We work in partnership with other health and social care professionals, voluntary organisations, and community groups to ensure a holistic approach to health improvement. About the Role&nbsp; As a&nbsp;Health Trainer, you will&nbsp;be responsible for:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Organising, managing and delivering healthy lifestyle one-to-one and group interventions, to help individuals identify risk factors&nbsp;that may be affecting their own health and wellbeing, using behaviour change techniques to facilitate appropriate lifestyle advice to reduce risk. These will include advice and support to stop smoking, eating healthy and managing weight, being more physically active, and reducing alcohol harm. &nbsp;</li> <li>Using appropriate assessment, evaluation and benchmarking tools and techniques to monitor client progress against their action plans.</li> <li>Ensuring that individuals are aware of options to improve their health within Thurrock, including timely access to high quality and appropriate risk management interventions via onward referrals into clinical or lifestyle intervention services, and signposting to relevant services and community assets.&nbsp; &nbsp;</li> <li>Conduct health check assessments within the Thurrock area, in line with locally agreed approaches, as outreach and in workplaces, in line with national framework guidance and best practice.</li> <li>Engaging with a range of voluntary, community, faith sector, local businesses, and Health and Social Care professionals, as well as communities and localities, to identify groups and individuals who may benefit from healthy lifestyle interventions but may not traditionally engage with health promotion activities or NHS services.</li> <li>Supporting and promoting the development of schemes and opportunities to target those most vulnerable to poorer health and wellbeing outcomes. &nbsp; &nbsp;</li> </ul> This role offers the chance to make a real difference by empowering individuals to take control of their health, reducing health inequalities, and improving the wellbeing of communities through personalised support and positive lifestyle change.&nbsp; What&nbsp;We’re&nbsp;Looking For&nbsp; We’re&nbsp;looking for someone who has:&nbsp; <ul> <li>A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a relevant health improvement/health trainer field, for example, nursing/clinical, smoking cessation, diet and nutrition, weight management, sports science.</li> <li>Good communication and facilitation skills to support the assessment and monitoring of behaviour change&nbsp;</li> <li>Good interpersonal skills to enable interaction with clients with a range of emotional needs, in order to listen, influence, negotiate and motivate individuals in relation to health behaviours.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>An ability to work individually and as part of a specialist mixed skill team.&nbsp;</li> <li>An ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences both written and verbal.&nbsp;</li> </ul> Essential qualifications:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Diploma or equivalent experience in health trainer/health improvement field</li> <li>National Centre for Smoking Cessation Training (NCSCT) accredited skills practitioner certificate</li> <li>RSPH Level 2 award in Nutrition for Health or equivalent qualification</li> </ul> DBS Check:&nbsp;Basic check is required for this post Benefits of Working with Us&nbsp; At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li> </ul> Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date (Redeployment Only):&nbsp;13th November 2025 Closing Date (Internal &amp; External):&nbsp;30th November 2025 Interview Date: To Be Confirmed Additional Information&nbsp; If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:&nbsp; Tina Lincoln, Health Trainer Service Manager&nbsp; <a href="mailto:tlincoln@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">tlincoln@thurrock.gov.uk</a> &nbsp;|&nbsp; 07712 540486 To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Eb0Ctyq7NHVPl_Ao7387j_oBbStE0aiQTO66f8RalKLDvg?e=3GboII" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> Where the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please upload copies of those relevant qualifications.&nbsp; About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Thurrock Council

Health Trainer (Full-Time)

Job DescriptionEnforcement Manager - Licensing TeamSalary: £53,460 – £61,638 per annum Grade: G Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 37 hours per weekAbout the DepartmentThe Selective Licensing Team is part of the Private Housing Service within Community Protection &amp; Enforcement Services at Thurrock Council. Our mission is to ensure that private rented housing across the borough is safe, well-managed, and compliant with legal standards. We work collaboratively with landlords, tenants, and partner agencies to improve housing conditions and safeguard residents.About the RoleWe are seeking a dynamic and experienced Enforcement Manager to lead our dedicated team. This is a key leadership role focused on driving high-quality enforcement activity and ensuring compliance with statutory duties.Key Responsibilities<ul> <li>Lead and manage the enforcement team, ensuring consistent, high-quality casework.</li> <li>Oversee the use of enforcement powers, including improvement notices, civil penalties, Rent Repayment Orders, banning orders, management orders, and prosecutions.</li> <li>Monitor team performance and report outcomes to senior managers and elected members.</li> <li>Provide expert advice on complex enforcement cases and contribute to policy development.</li> <li>Collaborate with internal and external partners including Environmental Health, Planning, Police, and Legal Services to deliver coordinated enforcement.</li> <li>Engage with landlords, letting agents, tenants, and residents to promote compliance and best practice.</li></ul>What We’re Looking For<ul> <li>Degree or professional qualification in housing, environmental health, or building surveying.</li> <li>Certification in the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS).</li> <li>In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation including the Housing Act 2004, ASB, Crime and Policing Act 2014, and Environmental Protection Act.</li> <li>Proven experience in managing enforcement or regulatory teams within housing or a related field.</li> <li>Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.</li> <li>Ability to manage complex and high-risk cases effectively.</li></ul>Additional InformationFor further details, please contact: Informal Enquiries: For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Dulal Ahmed, PRS Regulation Manager, at <a href="mailto:dahmed@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">dahmed@thurrock.gov.uk</a>Benefits of Working with UsAt Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:<ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development</li> <li>Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment</li></ul>Important Dates&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Closing Date:&nbsp;&nbsp;16/11/2025 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Interview Date:&nbsp;the week commencing 01/12/2025To view the full Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below.<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EYPpxDKSgmpOq_w14iwNfWsBvsbNo0q2Z5tFOzyub0Hfjw?e=KL5dE4" target="_blank">Enforcement_Manager_JDPS_2025.pdf</a>About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Enforcement Manager

Job DescriptionInspection Manager– Selective Licensing TeamSalary: £53,460 – £61,638 per annum Grade: G Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 37 hours per weekAbout the DepartmentThe Selective Licensing Team is part of the Private Housing Service within Community Protection &amp; Enforcement Services at Thurrock Council. Our mission is to ensure that private rented housing across the borough is safe, well-managed, and compliant with legal standards. We work collaboratively with landlords, tenants, and partner agencies to improve housing conditions and safeguard residents.About the RoleWe are seeking a dynamic and experienced Inspection Manager to lead our dedicated team. This is a key leadership role focused on driving high-quality enforcement activity and ensuring compliance with statutory duties.Key Responsibilities<ul> <li>Manage, support, and develop a team of officers delivering property inspections and housing compliance work.</li> <li>Oversee the investigation of poor housing conditions, and hazards.</li> <li>Monitor service performance, caseloads, and inspection targets.</li> <li>Liaise with landlords, managing agents, and tenants to achieve improvements in property standards.</li> <li>Contribute to policy development, service planning, and performance reporting.</li> <li>Ensure enforcement action is taken where necessary in line with council procedures and legislation.</li></ul>What We’re Looking For<ul> <li>Experienced in property inspections, housing legislation, and regulatory enforcement.</li> <li>Confident managing staff, performance, and resources.</li> <li>Organised and adaptable, with excellent problem-solving skills.</li> <li>Committed to improving housing standards and protecting vulnerable residents.</li> <li>Skilled in partnership working and customer engagement.</li></ul>Additional InformationFor further details, please contact: Informal Enquiries: For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Dulal Ahmed, PRS Regulation Manager, at <a href="mailto:dahmed@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">dahmed@thurrock.gov.uk</a>Benefits of Working with UsAt Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:<ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development</li> <li>Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment</li></ul>Important Dates&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Closing Date:&nbsp;&nbsp;16/11/2025 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Interview Date:&nbsp;the week commencing 01/12/2025To view the full Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below.<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Ed_XSrY3aIFLiexLXXtFxeQBPe-7Bo5YQwNR0W4ZHU43TQ?e=faAz1I" target="_blank">Inspection_Manager_JD.pdf</a>About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Inspection Manager

Job Description Job Title:&nbsp;Private Housing Regulatory Officer – Inspection Team Salary: £39,027 - £44,463 per annum Number of Openings - 12 Grade: E Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 37 hours per week About the department&nbsp; The Selective Licensing Team is part of the Private Housing Service within Community Protection &amp; Enforcement Services at Thurrock Council. Our mission is to ensure that private rented housing across the borough is safe, well-managed, and compliant with legal standards. We work collaboratively with landlords, tenants, and partner agencies to improve housing conditions and safeguard residents. About the Role&nbsp; We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Private Housing Regulatory Officer to join our Selective Licensing Inspection Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in improving housing conditions and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of tenants across the borough. As a Private Housing Regulatory Officer&nbsp;, you will&nbsp;be responsible for:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Conduct interior and exterior property inspections to assess compliance with licensing conditions.</li> <li>Use the Housing Health &amp; Safety Rating System (HHSRS) to identify hazards and issue appropriate notices.</li> <li>Investigate complaints regarding property conditions, landlord/tenant conduct, and licensing breaches.</li> <li>Provide clear, practical advice to landlords, agents, and tenants on legal obligations under the Selective Licensing scheme.</li> <li>Gather and document evidence for enforcement actions including notices, civil penalties, and court proceedings.</li> <li>Collaborate with teams such as Environmental Health, Planning, and Legal to ensure coordinated enforcement.</li> </ul> What&nbsp;We’re&nbsp;Looking For&nbsp; We’re&nbsp;looking for someone who has:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Solid understanding of the Housing Act 2004, licensing regulations, and enforcement powers.</li> <li>HHSRS certification.</li> <li>Experience in property inspections and resolving housing condition issues.</li> <li>Strong judgement and decision-making skills.</li> <li>Excellent written and verbal communication.</li> <li>Well-organised with the ability to manage a varied workload and maintain accurate records.</li> <li>Willingness to work in the field, including occasional out-of-hours visits.</li> </ul> Essential qualifications:&nbsp; A full driving licence that is valid in the UK and access to a vehicle Housing Health Safety Rating System [HHSRS] certificate DBS Check:&nbsp;Standard Benefits of Working with Us&nbsp; At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li> </ul> Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date (Internal &amp; External) 30/11/2025 Interview Date: To Be Confirmed&nbsp;&nbsp; Additional Information&nbsp; For further details, please contact: Informal Enquiries: For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Dulal Ahmed, PRS Regulation Manager, at <a href="mailto:dahmed@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">dahmed@thurrock.gov.uk</a> To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EQ3n9xHh46ZOjHgl92gILUcB_pXsnpqb5AFbDpT0jhhCfw?e=L3W1A0" target="_blank">Private_Housing_Regulatory_Officer_JD.pdf</a> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Private Regulatory Officer - Inspection Team

Job Description Private Housing Regulatory Officer – Enforcement Team Salary:&nbsp;£39,027 - £44,463 per annum&nbsp;&nbsp; Grade:&nbsp;E Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent&nbsp; Working Hours:&nbsp;37 Hours per week Number of Positions: 5 About the department&nbsp; The Selective Licensing Team is part of the Private Housing Service within Community Protection &amp; Enforcement Services at Thurrock Council. Our mission is to ensure that private rented housing across the borough is safe, well-managed, and compliant with legal standards. We work collaboratively with landlords, tenants, and partner agencies to improve housing conditions and safeguard residents. About the Role&nbsp; We are seeking motivated and proactive officers to join our Selective Licensing Enforcement Team. In this role, you will investigate unlicensed properties, breaches of licence conditions, and substandard housing, helping to safeguard tenants and promote fair practices within the private rented sector. Key Responsibilities <ul> <li>Investigate complaints, allegations of illegal eviction, harassment, and anti-social behaviour.</li> <li>Carry out inspections using the Housing Health &amp; Safety Rating System (HHSRS).</li> <li>Collect evidence and prepare case files for enforcement action, including civil penalties, court proceedings, and Rent Repayment Orders.</li> <li>Provide advice and guidance to landlords, agents, and tenants.</li> <li>Work jointly with other council teams and external agencies to resolve issues.</li> </ul> What&nbsp;We’re&nbsp;Looking For&nbsp; <ul> <li>Knowledge of housing legislation, particularly the Housing Act 2004 and related enforcement powers.</li> <li>Completed Housing Health Safety Rating System certificate</li> <li>Experience of carrying out investigations or property inspections.</li> <li>Strong communication, organisational, and report-writing skills.</li> <li>Ability to manage a varied workload and meet deadlines.</li> </ul> Essential qualifications:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Housing Health Safety Rating System [HHSRS] certificate.</li> <li>A full driving licence that is valid in the UK and access to a vehicle.</li> </ul> DBS Check:&nbsp;Standard Benefits of Working with Us&nbsp; At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li> </ul> Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date :30/11/2025 Interview Date: TBC&nbsp; Additional Information&nbsp; For further details, please contact: Informal Enquiries: For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Dulal Ahmed, PRS Regulation Manager, at <a href="mailto:dahmed@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">dahmed@thurrock.gov.uk</a> To view the full Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below. <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EYiX7grDqSpAgIge7E9pTu8ByCOZK_PjmtTY-0MXZARHbg?e=2d8RsI" target="_blank">Private_Housing_Regulatory_Officer_Enforcement_Team _JD.pdf</a> &nbsp; &nbsp;About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Private Regulatory Officer - Enforcement Team

Job Description Job Title:&nbsp;Health Trainer (2 posts) Salary:&nbsp;£33,531– £38,052&nbsp;per annum&nbsp;(pro rata to hours worked as part-time) Grade:&nbsp;D Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent&nbsp; Working Hours:&nbsp;Part-Time 30 hours per week&nbsp; About the department&nbsp; Thurrock Health Trainer Service is a key part of the local authority’s Public Health Team, dedicated to supporting residents to improve their health and wellbeing. Our service provides practical, one-to-one and group support to help people make positive lifestyle changes, particularly those from disadvantaged or hard-to-reach communities.&nbsp; Health Trainers work closely with individuals to assess their current lifestyle, set achievable health goals, and develop personalised action plans. They offer guidance and motivation on a range of health issues, including healthy eating, physical activity, stopping smoking, reducing alcohol intake, and improving emotional wellbeing. Health Trainers also signpost clients to other relevant services and community resources as needed. Our team is committed to reducing health inequalities by engaging with local communities, building trust, and empowering people to take control of their own health. We work in partnership with other health and social care professionals, voluntary organisations, and community groups to ensure a holistic approach to health improvement. About the Role&nbsp; As a&nbsp;Health Trainer, you will&nbsp;be responsible for:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Organising, managing and delivering healthy lifestyle one-to-one and group interventions, to help individuals identify risk factors&nbsp;that may be affecting their own health and wellbeing, using behaviour change techniques to facilitate appropriate lifestyle advice to reduce risk. These will include advice and support to stop smoking, eating healthy and managing weight, being more physically active, and reducing alcohol harm. &nbsp;</li> <li>Using appropriate assessment, evaluation and benchmarking tools and techniques to monitor client progress against their action plans.</li> <li>Ensuring that individuals are aware of options to improve their health within Thurrock, including timely access to high quality and appropriate risk management interventions via onward referrals into clinical or lifestyle intervention services, and signposting to relevant services and community assets.&nbsp; &nbsp;</li> <li>Conduct health check assessments within the Thurrock area, in line with locally agreed approaches, as outreach and in workplaces, in line with national framework guidance and best practice.</li> <li>Engaging with a range of voluntary, community, faith sector, local businesses, and Health and Social Care professionals, as well as communities and localities, to identify groups and individuals who may benefit from healthy lifestyle interventions but may not traditionally engage with health promotion activities or NHS services.</li> <li>Supporting and promoting the development of schemes and opportunities to target those most vulnerable to poorer health and wellbeing outcomes. &nbsp; &nbsp;</li> </ul> This role offers the chance to make a real difference by empowering individuals to take control of their health, reducing health inequalities, and improving the wellbeing of communities through personalised support and positive lifestyle change.&nbsp; What&nbsp;We’re&nbsp;Looking For&nbsp; We’re&nbsp;looking for someone who has:&nbsp; <ul> <li>A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a relevant health improvement/health trainer field, for example, nursing/clinical, smoking cessation, diet and nutrition, weight management, sports science.</li> <li>Good communication and facilitation skills to support the assessment and monitoring of behaviour change&nbsp;</li> <li>Good interpersonal skills to enable interaction with clients with a range of emotional needs, in order to listen, influence, negotiate and motivate individuals in relation to health behaviours.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>An ability to work individually and as part of a specialist mixed skill team.&nbsp;</li> <li>An ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences both written and verbal.&nbsp;</li> </ul> Essential qualifications:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Diploma or equivalent experience in health trainer/health improvement field</li> <li>National Centre for Smoking Cessation Training (NCSCT) accredited skills practitioner certificate</li> <li>RSPH Level 2 award in Nutrition for Health or equivalent qualification</li> </ul> DBS Check:&nbsp;Basic check is required for this post Benefits of Working with Us&nbsp; At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li> </ul> Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date (Redeployment Only):&nbsp;13th November 2025 Closing Date (Internal &amp; External):&nbsp;30th November 2025 Interview Date:&nbsp;To Be Confirmed Additional Information&nbsp; If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:&nbsp; Tina Lincoln, Health Trainer Service Manager&nbsp; <a href="mailto:tlincoln@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">tlincoln@thurrock.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;|&nbsp; 07712 540486 To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EWNTbQSuLvpJiKkkeTXUC1UBRL3SjTN7yTM6lxuL4adkIQ?e=gY1nWa" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> Where the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please upload copies of those relevant qualifications.&nbsp; About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Health Trainer (Part-Time)

The RoleThe HOST Team is looking to recruit a committed and experienced Homelessness Officer to fill a vacancy within the Housing Options and Homelessness Service. This is a frontline role based in the HOST Complex Team, which supports single clients with complex needs who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. The successful candidate will be expected to work from the office, delivering face-to-face homelessness assessments and providing tailored housing advice and support. The role also requires flexibility to work in the community, including with hostel providers, health professionals, and other key partners.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a small, supportive team that values collaboration, shared responsibility, and high standards of customer care. The HOST Complex Team plays a vital role in preventing homelessness and helping vulnerable residents access safe and sustainable housing solutions.<h4>Purpose of the Role</h4>To provide a specialist homelessness prevention and housing options service to single clients with complex support needs. The postholder will carry out statutory homelessness assessments, issue s184 decision letters, and work collaboratively with internal and external partners to identify sustainable housing solutions.<h4>Key Responsibilities</h4><ul> <li>Conduct statutory homelessness assessments in line with Part VII of the Housing Act 1996 and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.</li> <li>Issue legally compliant s184 decision letters and provide clear, written advice outlining housing options and next steps.</li> <li>Support vulnerable residents with complex needs including mental health, substance misuse, and offending history.</li> <li>Develop and agree housing pathways with clients, including referrals to supported accommodation and other housing options.</li> <li>Liaise with hostel providers, social care, probation, health services, and voluntary sector partners to coordinate support and placements.</li> <li>Represent the council at multi-agency meetings, including hospital discharge planning and case conferences.</li> <li>Maintain accurate, timely casework records and contribute to the achievement of HOST KPIs and service improvement targets.</li> <li>Support the delivery of homelessness prevention initiatives and participate in service development activities.</li></ul><h4>Essential Experience and Knowledge</h4><ul> <li>Demonstrable experience working in homelessness services or a closely related field.</li> <li>Strong understanding of housing legislation, homelessness duties, and prevention strategies.</li> <li>Experience issuing s184 decision letters and managing statutory casework.</li> <li>Familiarity with the Care Act, Equality Act, and safeguarding responsibilities.</li> <li>Experience supporting vulnerable individuals and managing complex cases.</li></ul><h4>Skills and Attributes</h4><ul> <li>Excellent communication skills – able to engage sensitively and effectively with clients and stakeholders.</li> <li>Strong negotiation and advocacy skills – able to broker housing solutions and navigate complex systems.</li> <li>Ability to work independently, manage a caseload, and meet deadlines.</li> <li>Flexibility to work across the community and adapt to changing service needs.</li> <li>Collaborative approach to team working and partnership engagement.</li> <li>IT proficiency, including use of case management systems and Microsoft Office.</li></ul><h4>Training and Development</h4>Tower Hamlets is committed to the professional development of its staff. The successful candidate will benefit from:<ul> <li>Ongoing training and learning opportunities, including housing law, safeguarding, trauma-informed practice, and customer care.</li> <li>Access to internal and external development programmes.</li> <li>Support to progress within the Housing Options service and wider council.</li></ul>We believe that investing in our people is key to delivering excellent services. Staff are encouraged to take ownership of their development and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.<h4>Working Environment</h4><ul> <li>Based at the new Whitechapel award wining building, with excellent transport links.</li> <li>Will be required to work on-site and flexibly in the community as needed.</li> <li>Part of a small, supportive team that values collaboration, shared responsibility, and high standards of customer care.</li></ul><h4>Values and Culture</h4>The postholder is expected to embody the council’s TOWER values:<ul> <li>Together – working across boundaries and with partners to achieve the best outcomes.</li> <li>Open – transparent and inclusive in communication and decision-making.</li> <li>Willing – to challenge, innovate, and take accountability.</li> <li>Excellent – going the extra mile to deliver high-quality services.</li> <li>Respect – for all communities, recognising diversity and promoting inclusion.</li></ul><h4>Apply Now</h4>If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and support residents through challenging times, we want to hear from you.For a confidential discussion, please contact Lade Olugbemi, Housing Options Manager – HOST at <a href="mailto:Lade.Olugbemi@towerhamlets.gov.uk" target="_blank">Lade.Olugbemi@towerhamlets.gov.uk</a>. or call on 07904 609 512<ul> <li> </li></ul>Our Benefits<ul> <li> Competitive salary. </li> <li> Local Government Pension Scheme membership. </li> <li> Generous annual leave: 29 days, rising to 33 with 5+ years’ service, plus bank holidays and 3 additional days at Christmas. </li> <li> Staff money-saving schemes (e.g., rent deposit loans, season ticket loans). </li> <li> Learning and development opportunities through our Learning Academy, with clear career development and leadership pathways. </li></ul> BenefitsTower Hamlets is a truly unique borough at the heart of London – a place where history and innovation sit side by side. From the docks and markets that shaped the East End to the global business hub of Canary Wharf, we are proud to be one of the most dynamic, diverse, and ambitious communities in the UK. We are also one of the fastest growing and youngest boroughs in the country, offering unrivalled opportunities to make a real difference to people’s lives. Our residents are energetic, creative, and resilient, and our council is committed to delivering the best possible services and opportunities for them.Our award-winning new Town Hall in Whitechapel provides a modern, flexible workplace for our staff, right at the heart of the borough and directly opposite Whitechapel Tube and Elizabeth line station. It is more than just a workplace – it’s a hub for collaboration, innovation and community, designed to bring out the best in our people.As an employer, we put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do. Our active Employee Network Groups celebrate and champion our workforce, helping to ensure that everyone feels a sense of belonging. Guided by our TOWER values – Together, Open, Willing, Excellent and Respect – we are building a positive, inclusive culture where colleagues can thrive.At Tower Hamlets Council, you’ll find exciting challenges, supportive colleagues, and the chance to shape one of London’s most important and vibrant places. If you’re looking for a role where you can see the impact of your work every day, then Tower Hamlets is the place for you.





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London Borough of Tower Hamlets

Housing & Homelessness - Housing Options Caseworker (HOST Complex Officer)

Be a Leader in Local Democracy – Manager of Democratic Services<ul> <li>Are you a committed governance officer ready to lead in a high-profile, fast-paced environment where excellence truly matters? </li> <li>Do you have the experience and knowledge of Local Authority constitutional governance and a track record in delivering first-class democratic services?</li> <li>Can you demonstrate development and delivery of projects which brought about real change and improvement to the efficiency, transparency and effectiveness of governance arrangements?</li> <li>Do you thrive in high-profile, ambitious local authorities who are always looking to be the best they can be?</li></ul>The RoleWe are looking for an exceptional individual to manage our Democratic Services team — a key role at the heart of our council’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement. Democratic Services is a supportive, friendly and professional service with highly-motivated and experienced officers who are passionate about delivering good governance for members, senior officers and, most importantly, our residents.This is a unique opportunity to shape and strengthen democratic processes in a council that is under significant external scrutiny and determined to be the best in its field. Leading your skilled and dedicated team you will support elected members and work closely with senior officers to deliver outstanding committee and governance services.Your Key Responsibilities<ul> <li>Manage our high performing Democratic Services team.</li> <li>Ensure the provision of excellent governance support to all formal Council and Committee meetings.</li> <li>Work in a highly sensitive political environment in a non-political and professional manner.</li> <li>Have day-to-day responsibility for managing constitutionally sound decision-making processes.</li> <li>To innovate and develop best practice in the provision of Democratic and Governance support to Committees, Members and senior management.</li> <li>To clerk the Council's Cabinet meetings and to take personal responsibility for other high-profile meetings and Committees.</li> <li>Promote open, efficient and transparent decision-making encouraging engagement of Members and the public as appropriate.</li> <li>To maintain excellent networks of contacts at related local authorities, partners and sector organisations such as the Association of Democratic Services Officers with a particular aim of identifying best practice to support the development of our service.</li> <li>To deputise for the Head of Service as required both internally and externally.</li></ul>What we offer<ul> <li>At least 29 days' annual leave (plus a week at Christmas, bank holidays etc) rising with long service.</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme.</li> <li>Employee benefits such as cycle to work, discounts, corporate gym membership and similar.</li> <li>Hybrid working with a requirement for a minimum of 2 days in the office a week (plus attendance at regular evening meetings/events as required).</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme and well-being support</li> <li>Work within a diverse and inclusive workforce with access to a range of staff networks and events.</li></ul>Does the above role appeal to you? Can you bring strategic insight, passion and innovation? If so we want to hear from you.If you would like an informal discussion about the role please contact the Head of Service: <a href="mailto:matthew.mannion@towerhamlets.gov.uk" target="_blank">matthew.mannion@towerhamlets.gov.uk</a>. BenefitsTower Hamlets is a truly unique borough at the heart of London – a place where history and innovation sit side by side. From the docks and markets that shaped the East End to the global business hub of Canary Wharf, we are proud to be one of the most dynamic, diverse, and ambitious communities in the UK. We are also one of the fastest growing and youngest boroughs in the country, offering unrivalled opportunities to make a real difference to people’s lives. Our residents are energetic, creative, and resilient, and our council is committed to delivering the best possible services and opportunities for them.Our award-winning new Town Hall in Whitechapel provides a modern, flexible workplace for our staff, right at the heart of the borough and directly opposite Whitechapel Tube and Elizabeth line station. It is more than just a workplace – it’s a hub for collaboration, innovation and community, designed to bring out the best in our people.As an employer, we put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do. Our active Employee Network Groups celebrate and champion our workforce, helping to ensure that everyone feels a sense of belonging. Guided by our TOWER values – Together, Open, Willing, Excellent and Respect – we are building a positive, inclusive culture where colleagues can thrive.At Tower Hamlets Council, you’ll find exciting challenges, supportive colleagues, and the chance to shape one of London’s most important and vibrant places. If you’re looking for a role where you can see the impact of your work every day, then Tower Hamlets is the place for you.





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Democratic Services Manager (Committees)

Title: DesignEngineerContract Type: Permanent, Full Time, 35 hours per weekSalary: Competitive. Plus Essential Car UserAllowance of £1,300*Grade: 9Reporting Office: London, Stratford Persona: Agile Worker: 20% - 40% of contractual hours to be worked from reporting office/working location (hybrid working)Closing Date: 19thNovember 2025 at 11pmInterview Dates: 27thNovember 2025 face to face at our Stratford Office<a href="https://lqgroup.engageats.co.uk//ViewAttachment.aspx?enc=jmxpV+AcVus8i/wvT3FZXrrCOvCUGNWd9uca/tGZrAI3dMyH7+aRsXJPdz+CdVHAAZYAtQtaapU1bCVux4BA7dUMlqJykbdWoXgEhnuf71hpjq7Tv53RCwg9vhnuSD7v" target="_blank">Role Profile - Design Engineer.docx</a> <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">Benefits</a> include: Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">many more</a>…Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated.Join our L&amp;Q Energy Team at L&amp;Q:An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our dynamic, forward thinking and rapidly expanding Energy Team in role of Design Engineer to support and develop the project delivery, technical capability, and profitability for L&amp;Q Energy.With a rapidly expanding heat customer portfolio, growing from 6,500 heat customers to in excess of 30,000 over the next few years this a really exciting time to join L&amp;Q Energy! To ensure we meet the needs and expectations of our growing customer base, and successfully deliver our vision of being a first class heat provider, the team will continue to grow, so offering ample opportunities for personal development and career progression. The successful candidate will get to be a part of this exciting journey!If this sounds like you, we would love for you to apply!Your impact in the role:We are seeking an experienced Design Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will have a strong technical background in District Heating, Building services, and plumbing systems, and be responsible for ensuring that our building systems are designed, installed, and maintained to meet the highest standards of efficiency and safety. What you'll bring:<ul><li>Ensure our District Heating systems are designed, installed, and maintained in accordance with industry standards and building codes.</li><li>Review and check mechanical design drawings; prepare high-level design sketches and indicative schematics if required.</li><li>Perform and manage regular system inspections to identify and address any issues or inefficiencies.</li><li>Work with contractors to develop maintenance schedules and procedures to ensure that all systems are properly maintained.</li><li>Manage contractors and vendors to ensure that work is completed on time and within budget.</li><li>Collaborate with project teams to coordinate building services with other aspects of the construction process.</li><li>Respond to emergency calls and provide prompt resolution of any system failures.</li><li>Keep up-to-date with industry developments and new technologies to ensure that our building services are always state-of-the-art.</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Mechanical &amp; Building Services Engineering or equivalent experience.</li><li>Proven experience as a Building Services Engineer, with a strong focus on District Heating, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems.</li><li>Excellent technical knowledge of building systems and related codes and regulations.</li><li>Strong communication and project management skills.</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li><li>Flexibility to respond to emergency calls outside of normal working hours.</li></ul>If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email <a href="mailto:lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk</a>About L&amp;Q:We’re one of the UK’s leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people’s health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life.250,000 people call our properties ‘home’, and we’re proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England. At L&amp;Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/-/media/files/careers/behavioural-framework.pdf" target="_blank">values and behavioural framework</a>, which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&amp;Q.L&amp;Q strongly believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is important, and inclusion is part of our core values and everyday working practices. We make hiring decisions based on your experiences, skills and merits and we are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace. Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/about-landq/our-vision-and-values/ethics-and-diversity" target="_blank">here</a> to read more. At L&amp;Q, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK’s largest housing associations.Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq" target="_blank">here</a> to find out more about L&amp;Q and why you should join us!*ECU Allowance is paid in accordance with requirements of the relevant policy as updated from time to time. #TJ





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London and Quadrant Housing Trust

Design Engineer - 7255

Title: Design &amp; Planning Project ManagerContract: Permanent, Full-TimeHours: 37.5 hours per weekSalary: £38,185 to £42,417 per annum dependent on experienceGrade: 7Reporting Office: Stratford, LondonPersona: Agile Worker: 20% - 40% of contractual hours to be worked from reporting office/working location (hybrid working)<a href="https://lqgroup.engageats.co.uk//ViewAttachment.aspx?enc=jmxpV+AcVus8i/wvT3FZXrrCOvCUGNWd9uca/tGZrAI3dMyH7+aRsXJPdz+CdVHA4pVYW0z/NPnIImPnYvkuMBE6FdCYdIkOFVmUXCVyixjNGaYznghpa1GfNwKxpbrW" target="_blank">Role Profile - Design and Planning Project Manager.docx</a> Closing date for completed applications: 18th November 2025 at 11 PM<a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">Benefits</a> include:Excellent pension plan (up to 5% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and<a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">many more</a>…**Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated.Join our Design and Planning Team at L&amp;Q!Come and join the Design and Planning Team at L&amp;Q where there is opportunity to work on bringing forward major, exciting residential developments and shape the design of new homes and communities we are delivering. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking to grow their housing and planning experience, project management skills, and work alongside skilled internal and external teams.Reporting to the Senior Design and Planning Manager the successful candidate will project manage the design and planning process as directed to include appraising new development opportunities, obtaining planning permissions and adding value to existing permissions. If this sounds like you, we would love for you to apply!Your Impact in the Role:<ul><li>Planning &amp; Design Management: Lead on the day-to-day project management of the planning application process and RIBA Stages 0–3 design development. Appoint and manage consultant teams, monitor budgets and programmes, and ensure quality control throughout.</li><li>Strategic Project Delivery: Support the identification and assessment of new development opportunities. Research and appraise residential-led planning potential for inclusion in L&amp;Q’s development programme.</li><li>Stakeholder Collaboration: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external partners, including planning authorities, local authorities, consultants, and landowners, to secure viable and deliverable planning consents.</li><li>Financial &amp; Risk Control: Manage and report on project budgets, ensuring spend remains within approved limits. Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, escalating as needed.</li><li>Compliance &amp; Governance: Ensure compliance with planning, health and safety, and governance procedures, maintaining accurate records and KPI reporting.</li><li>Customer &amp; Team Focus: Deliver excellent customer service in line with L&amp;Q’s values, collaborating across teams to achieve shared goals and contribute to Annual Plan targets.</li></ul>What you'll bring:<ul><li>Planning &amp; Design Expertise: A strong understanding of the design and planning process within residential development, including experience preparing and submitting planning applications. An up-to-date understanding of national, regional and local planning policy and ability to appraise planning considerations for new development opportunities.</li><li>Commercial &amp; Analytical Skills: The ability to demonstrate financial and commercial acumen, with an understanding of how to achieve deliverable and cost-effective design outcomes.</li><li>Stakeholder &amp; Communication Skills: Excellent negotiation, influencing, and presentation skills, with experience building positive relationships internally and externally.</li><li>Organisational &amp; Project Management: Strong coordination and multitasking skills, able to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Customer &amp; Values Focus: A commitment to customer satisfaction, collaboration, and delivering work that reflects L&amp;Q’s core values – People, Passion, Inclusion, Responsibility, and Impact.</li><li>IT Proficiency: Confident using Microsoft Office and relevant business systems. </li><li>Professional Knowledge: A 2:1 accredited degree or higher, or a professional qualification in land, property, or planning (RTPI-accredited). (preferable)</li></ul>We look forward to reviewing your application, and hearing about the genuine experiences and skills you could bring to our organisation. L&amp;Q reserve the right to not accept statements that exceed 500 words.About L&amp;Q:We’re one of the UK’s leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people’s health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life.250,000 people call our properties ‘home’, and we’re proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South-East and North-West of England. At L&amp;Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/-/media/files/careers/behavioural-framework.pdf" target="_blank">values and behavioural framework</a>, which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&amp;Q.L&amp;Q strongly believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is important, and inclusion is part of our core values and everyday working practices. We make hiring decisions based on your experiences, skills and merits and we are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace. Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/about-landq/our-vision-and-values/ethics-and-diversity" target="_blank">here</a> to read more. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email <a href="mailto:lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk</a>At L&amp;Q, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK’s largest housing associations.Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq" target="_blank">here</a> to find out more about L&amp;Q and why you should join us!





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