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We are recruiting a Senior Practitioner at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours (7.24 Monday – Friday) &nbsp; Contract Type: Permanent/Full Time Location: South Community Health Centre, CaerphillyTeam: Community Mental Health Team This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £41,511 - £44,711 and offer access to training and development opportunities.This post attracts a Market Supplement of £2,863 per annum, in addition to the annual salary, which will be paid in 12 monthly instalments.The Market Supplement will be subject to candidates successfully completing the AMHP course and participating on the AMHP rota.The South Community Mental Health Team is looking to recruit a dynamic and forward thinking candidate who will be required to practice in accordance with National Occupational Standards for Social Work and Code of Practice for Social Care.You will need to have a good understanding of current legislation and policy. You will also be required to work closely with carers, other professionals and team members or alone using your own initiative. You will have a varied role and have the ability to deal with crisis situations and will be expected to facilitate safe discharge for service users from hospital into the community.The postholder will be required to support and safeguard vulnerable service users through difficult periods in their lives, therefore effective communication and organisational skills are essential.The successful applicant must possess Diploma / Degree in Social Work or predecessor qualification and Post Qualifying Awards for Consolidating Practice and Enabling Practice or equivalent. If you do not hold the Approved Mental Health Professional Award you will be expected to undertake this training in order to fulfil the role.Applicants must be registered as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales. The current registration requirements state that, completion of the Consolidation of Practice qualification within your first 3 years of practice is mandatory (if you qualified after 1st April 2016). Failure to successfully complete this qualification will result in you being unable to renew your Social Work Registration or practice as a Social Worker.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Diploma / Degree in Social Work or predecessor qualification.</li><li>Successful completion of the Consolidation of Practice Programme within the first three years of practice (if qualified after 1 April 2016).</li><li>Knowledge of assessment and care planning processes for working with vulnerable adults and children and their carers.</li><li>Experience of undertaking the duties of an Approved Mental Health Professional.</li><li>A Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business / work purposes to travel throughout the borough to visit clients and attend meetings.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Julie O`Brien/Louise Powell on 02920 855020 or email <a href="mailto:obriej2@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">obriej2@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> <a href="mailto:powell4@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">powell4@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh.&nbsp; Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants.&nbsp; This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.You must possess a Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor and be registered as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales (or able to transfer from another recognised body). The current registration requirements state that completion of the Consolidation of Practice qualification within your first 3 years of practice is mandatory (if you qualified after 1st April 2016).&nbsp;&nbsp; Failure to successfully complete this qualification will result in you being unable to renew your Social Work Registration or practice as a Social Worker.





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Caerphilly County Borough Council

Senior Practitioner

We are recruiting a Trainee Development Officer at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours Contract Type: Full time, Fixed Term for 12 months Location: Ty Penallta/ Working hours can be split between home and office depending on specific task requirements.Team: Development and Strategy This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £24,790 - £25,183 and offer access to training and development opportunities. Caerphilly Council is a developing local authority and have two flagship developments currently underway in Oakdale and Risca. In order to deliver against the Cabinet’s ambition to deliver 1000 new homes by 2033, we are looking for a passionate public services university student to join us for 12 months on our development journey.You will obtain experience of identifying potential development sites, coordinating and overseeing relevant survey work, project management, placemaking, SAB, Planning and the delivery of development projects as per the RIBA 0-7 process.This is an exciting opportunity for a candidate who is currently undertaking or has just finished a joint honours degree (one element of which should be Planning) to join an energetic and evolving development team who are focused on delivering great places and cohesive communities.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>Pursuing a recognised undergraduate planning qualification (BSc) / joint honours where the course incorporates or requires a year-out placement as an integral component for qualification.</li><li>Ability to prioritise workload effectively and deliver work on targets.</li><li>The ability to be passionate about the delivery of great public services. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Mark Noakes/Steve Wilcox on 07716048717 or email <a href="mailto:noakem@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">noakem@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; <a href="mailto:wilcosj@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">wilcosj@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh.&nbsp; Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.





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Trainee Development Officer

We are recruiting a Team Manager at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 18.5 hours per week, working a 3 week rota pattern which includes working 1 weekend. &nbsp; Contract Type: Part Time/Fixed Term until 31st August 2026 Location: Brodawel Residential HomeTeam: Adult Services This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £22,859- £24,355 and offer access to training and development opportunities. Are you an experienced Deputy Manager or Manager looking for your next career opportunity?Does it matter to you that people are supported to live healthy, happy and meaningful lives?Do you want a career that positively challenges you and is fulfilling?We are looking for the right people who can inspire others and thinks creatively. A person who can lead and motivate the team who is accountable for all operational aspects of the Home.The postholder will manage a team of residential social care staff in accordance with legislation, regulations and the Council’s policies and procedures.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>Mandatory qualifications set by Social Care Wales to register as an Adult Care Home Manager.</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation and statutory guidance. For example Regulation and Inspection of Social Care (Wales) Act 2016, Health and Safety legislation.</li><li>Full UK Category B (Cars) driving license and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business purposes to travel throughout the borough.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Tracey Walters on 07968 375059 or email <a href="mailto:waltet@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">waltet@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh.&nbsp; Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants.&nbsp; This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.





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Team Manager

We are recruiting a Team Manager at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 hours per week, working a 3 week rota pattern which includes working 1 weekend. &nbsp; Contract Type: Permanent/Full Time Location: Min y Mynydd Residential HomeTeam: Adult Services This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £45,718 - £48,710 and offer access to training and development opportunities. Are you an experienced Deputy Manager or Manager looking for your next career opportunity?Does it matter to you that people are supported to live healthy, happy and meaningful lives?Do you want a career that positively challenges you and is fulfilling?We are looking for the right people who can inspire others and thinks creatively. A person who can lead and motivate the team who is accountable for all operational aspects of the Home.The postholder will manage a team of residential social care staff in accordance with legislation, regulations and the Council’s policies and procedures.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>Mandatory qualifications set by Social Care Wales to register as an Adult Care Home Manager.</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation and statutory guidance. For example Regulation and Inspection of Social Care (Wales) Act 2016, Health and Safety legislation.</li><li>Full UK Category B (Cars) driving license and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business purposes to travel throughout the borough.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Tracey Walters on 07968 375059 or email <a href="mailto:waltet@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">waltet@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh.&nbsp; Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants.&nbsp; This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.





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We are recruiting an Assistant Cook at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: &nbsp;25 hours per week Contract Type: Part Time, Fixed Term until 31st January 2026 Location: Ty PenalltaTeam: Meals Direct This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £16,489.19 and offer access to training and development opportunities. Are you passionate about making a difference in people’s lives? Do you thrive in a warm, supportive environment where your work truly matters? If so, we’d love to hear from you! Meals Direct is a vital lifeline for many residents across the borough. Every role within our service is essential to keeping our operation running smoothly—and we’re looking for someone special to join our dedicated team. As part of our positive and caring culture, you’ll help deliver high-quality meals and meaningful moments to those who need them most. About the role : Assistant cook Monday to Friday 6.30am to 11.30am Please note: When absences occur, you will be required to cover as Cook In Charge When covering as cook in charge the hours and duties are as follows: Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM Duties: You’ll step in to cover the full responsibilities of the Cook in Charge during absences, ensuring continuity and quality in our service.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Level 2 Food Safety Qualification</li><li>The Ability to work precisely and effectively under pressure</li><li>Experience of large scale catering.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Haylee Williams on 01443 864055 or email <a href="mailto:willih7@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">willih7@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh.&nbsp; Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants.&nbsp; This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.





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We are recruiting a Legal Assistant at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours (7.24 Monday – Friday) Contract Type: Full Time/Fixed Term for 12 Months Location: Ty PenalltaTeam: Legal and Democratic Services This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £30,559 - £33,366 and offer access to training and development opportunities. The successful candidate will assist in the efficient and effective provision of Legal Services to the Council, in particular within the Planning, Land, Highways and Housing Division. You will be responsible for providing legal advice on planning, land, and highway matters, with minimum supervision, and draft legal documentation for a wide range of conveyancing matters, including Landlord and Tenant, and Planning and Highway matters.The role requires you to undertake various land related transactions including conveyancing, Landlord and Tenant matters, easements, boundary queries, preparation of deeds of variation/rectification and compulsory purchase acquisitions and liaising as required with all relevant statutory bodies including the Welsh Government.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>An admitted Solicitor or Barrister or Legal Executive.</li><li>A broad knowledge of the legislation underpinning the divisional services.</li><li>Experience in a legal environment, particularly of conveyancing, land and property law, both in the practice of the law and in administration within a legal office.</li><li>Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business / work purposes to travel throughout the borough to attend meetings. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Vickie Julian on 01443 863014 &nbsp;or email <a href="mailto:juliav@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">juliav@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh.&nbsp; Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.





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<ul><li>Reference: ES96 </li><li>Division: Strategic Housing </li><li>Salary: £31,410.00 - £40,734.00 per annum </li><li>Contract type: Fixed term </li><li>Posted on: 04 July 2025 </li><li>Interview date:28 July 2025 - 01 August 2025</li><li>Extra payment(s): Not applicable </li></ul><ul><li>Positions: 1 </li><li>Category: Housing </li><li>Grade: F - H </li><li>Working hours: 37 per week </li><li>Closing date: 20 July 2025 </li><li>Location: Town Hall, Crawley </li><li>Location type: Hybrid </li></ul><a href="https://my.crawley.gov.uk/service/Job_Application" target="_blank">Apply for this job</a><h4> About the role </h4>We are looking for a Housing Options Officer &nbsp;to join our busy Housing Options team on a fixed term 12-month contract. The team works with customers to:<ul><li>assess their housing situation</li><li>establish and communicate the statutory duties owed</li><li>prevent and relieve their homelessness to achieve positive outcomes</li></ul>We are looking for a pro-active individual who is able to take an innovative approach to problem solving, is an effective negotiator and can provide a high quality of service to customers with housing problems. An ability to communicate clearly and effectively to customers, landlords, accommodation providers, partner organisations and other professionals whilst providing a high quality of service and customer care to all groups of the community is essential.You will need to be efficient and effective in extracting relevant information from customers to produce accurate written assessments and housing plans in Plain English, so that customers are clear on the steps that both they and the council will be taking and are expected to take to resolve their housing situation.Preference will be given to applicants who have worked in a housing options capacity but training will be provided to the right candidate who can demonstrate the qualities and skills required for this role. Successful shortlisting for interview will be on the basis of meeting the essential criteria in the job description and person specification and selection will focus on experienced candidates in the first instance.We recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible, as we may close this advert before the stated closing date if suitable applications are received.<h4> Additional information </h4>Interviews will be held in person between 28 July and 1 August 2025. A written test may be emailed to shortlisted applicants shortly before the interview and will form part of the recruitment process.There is one role available on a 12-month fixed term basis, funded through our Homelessness Prevention Grant, with the possibility of extension depending on government grant funding. &nbsp;Due to the sensitive nature of client contact, this role is exempt from being able to be considered on a job share basis.<h4> Employee benefits </h4>We offer a generous employee <a href="/council-information/jobs-and-careers/employee-benefits">benefits package</a>, with a range of discounts, benefits and wellbeing incentives to suit everyone.<h4> Our way of working </h4>Our shared <a href="/council-information/jobs-and-careers/values-and-behaviours">values and behaviours</a> reflect the special nature of our council. We encourage all colleagues to put them into practice, whatever job they do. Take a look to see if we are the perfect match.<h4> Safer recruitment </h4>Crawley Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all under represented groups.<h4> How to apply </h4>Click the Apply button to complete your application online. Please ensure that the reference details you supply are for your current or most recent employer and that any gaps in employment are covered on your application form. Please note that CVs will not be accepted without a fully completed application form.For an informal conversation or further information regarding the role, email <a href="mailto:becky.hill@crawley.gov.uk" target="_blank">becky.hill@crawley.gov.uk</a>, Housing Options Team Leader or call on 01293 438150.<a href="https://my.crawley.gov.uk/service/Job_Application" target="_blank">Apply for this job</a><h4> Related documents </h4><ul><li><a href="/sites/default/files/document_webform_uploads/housing-options-officer-job-description_0_1.pdf"> Housing Options Officer job description (PDF, 141.82 KB) </a></li></ul>





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Crawley Borough Council

Housing Options Officer

<ul><li>Reference: ES98 </li><li>Division: Strategic Housing </li><li>Salary: £31,410.00 - £37,065.00 per annum </li><li>Contract type: Fixed term </li><li>Posted on: 04 July 2025 </li><li>Interview date:28 July 2025 - 01 August 2025</li><li>Extra payment(s): Not applicable </li></ul><ul><li>Positions: 1 </li><li>Category: Housing </li><li>Grade: F - G </li><li>Working hours: 37 per week </li><li>Closing date: 20 July 2025 </li><li>Location: Town Hall, Crawley </li><li>Location type: Hybrid </li></ul><a href="https://my.crawley.gov.uk/service/Job_Application" target="_blank">Apply for this job</a><h4> About the role </h4>We are looking for a Single Homeless Community Outreach Officer to join our busy Housing Options team who work with customers to:<ul><li>assess their housing situation</li><li>establish and communicate the statutory duties owed</li><li>prevent and relieve their homelessness to achieve positive outcomes</li></ul>The focus of this role is to encourage early identification, problem solving and solutions to prevent homelessness or rough sleeping. You’ll work with community partners and other professionals to deliver community outreach and drop-in surgeries at various locations in the borough, providing initial information and signposting to households who are homeless or threatened with homelessness. We are looking for a pro-active individual who can build strong community relationships, providing a single point of contact and a conduit into core services to improve outcomes for the residents of the borough.An ability to communicate clearly and effectively with customers, accommodation providers, partner organisations and other professionals whilst providing a high quality of service and customer care to all groups of the community is essential.&nbsp; You will need to be creative in seeking solutions and will work closely with partner organisations to support households with complex needs and enable customers to access the services they need to secure settled accommodation. Successful shortlisting for interview will be on the basis of meeting the essential criteria in the job description and person specification. Preference will be given to applicants who have worked in a homelessness setting, but training will be provided to the right candidate who can demonstrate the qualities and skills required for this role. We recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible, as we may close this advert before the stated closing date if suitable applications are received.<h4> Additional information </h4>Interviews will be held in person between 28 July and 1 August 2025. A written test may be emailed to shortlisted applicants shortly before the interview and will form part of the recruitment process. The role is offered on a 12-month fixed term basis, funded through our Rough Sleeper Prevention and Recovery Grant, with the possibility of extension depending on government grant funding.The role will be largely community based and will require attendance at various venues around the borough most days of the week, along with some time in the Town Hall with limited home working. Due to the sensitive nature of client contact, this role is exempt from being able to be considered on a job share basis.Some out of hours working may be required on an ad hoc basis, for example to participate in our annual rough sleeper count.<h4> Employee benefits </h4>We offer a generous employee <a href="/council-information/jobs-and-careers/employee-benefits">benefits package</a>, with a range of discounts, benefits and wellbeing incentives to suit everyone.<h4> Our way of working </h4>Our shared <a href="/council-information/jobs-and-careers/values-and-behaviours">values and behaviours</a> reflect the special nature of our council. We encourage all colleagues to put them into practice, whatever job they do. Take a look to see if we are the perfect match.<h4> Safer recruitment </h4>Crawley Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all under represented groups.<h4> How to apply </h4>Click the Apply button to complete your application online. Please ensure that the reference details you supply are for your current or most recent employer and that any gaps in employment are covered on your application form. Please note that CVs will not be accepted without a fully completed application form.For an informal conversation or further information regarding the role, email <a href="mailto:alex.farley@crawley.gov.uk" target="_blank">alex.farley@crawley.gov.uk</a>, Rough Sleeper Co-ordinator, or call on 01293 438654.<a href="https://my.crawley.gov.uk/service/Job_Application" target="_blank">Apply for this job</a><h4> Related documents </h4><ul><li><a href="/sites/default/files/document_webform_uploads/single-homeless-community-outreach-officer-job-description_0.pdf"> Single Homeless Community Outreach Officer job description (PDF, 88.22 KB) </a></li></ul>





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Single Homeless Community Outreach Officer

<ul><li>Reference: ES99 </li><li>Division: Strategic Housing </li><li>Salary: £29,283.00 - £31,031.00 per annum </li><li>Contract type: Fixed term </li><li>Posted on: 04 July 2025 </li><li>Interview date:28 July 2025 - 01 August 2025</li><li>Extra payment(s): Not applicable </li></ul><ul><li>Positions: 1 </li><li>Category: Housing </li><li>Grade: E - E </li><li>Working hours: 37 per week </li><li>Closing date: 20 July 2025 </li><li>Location: Town Hall, Crawley </li><li>Location type: Hybrid </li></ul><a href="https://my.crawley.gov.uk/service/Job_Application" target="_blank">Apply for this job</a><h4> About the role </h4>We’re looking for a Homeless Reviews Support Officer to work with our Homeless Reviews Officer, supporting them with the statutory independent reviews function under S202 of the Housing Act 1996 (as amended) and the Homeless Reduction Act 2017. You’ll undertake enquiries, communicating with customers and maintaining accurate records of all review related work. You will also provide administrative support to the wider team as required.We are looking for a confident person with excellent organisational and administrative skills and ideally with a basic knowledge of homelessness. You’ll also need excellent communication and customer service skills to communicate clearly and effectively with customers and their representatives.You will need to be efficient and effective in extracting and recording information and competent IT, administration and time management skills are essential.We are looking for a candidate who can work flexibly and independently and use their own initiative within a wider team environment and be calm and resilient when dealing with challenging situations.We recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible, as we may close this advert before the stated closing date if enough applications are received.<h4> Additional information </h4>This is a full time, 12-month fixed term contract (with the possibility of extension, depending on government grant funding). &nbsp;The successful candidate will be required to be office based a minimum of three days per week to meet the needs of the service.<h4> Employee benefits </h4>We offer a generous employee <a href="/council-information/jobs-and-careers/employee-benefits">benefits package</a>, with a range of discounts, benefits and wellbeing incentives to suit everyone.<h4> Our way of working </h4>Our shared <a href="/council-information/jobs-and-careers/values-and-behaviours">values and behaviours</a> reflect the special nature of our council. We encourage all colleagues to put them into practice, whatever job they do. Take a look to see if we are the perfect match.<h4> Safer recruitment </h4>Crawley Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all under represented groups.<h4> How to apply </h4>Click the Apply button to complete your application online. Please ensure that the reference details you supply are for your current or most recent employer and that any gaps in employment are covered on your application form. Please note that CVs will not be accepted without a fully completed application form.For an informal conversation or further information regarding the role, email <a href="mailto:helen.davies@crawley.gov.uk" target="_blank">helen.davies@crawley.gov.uk</a>, Housing Options Service Manager, or call on 01293 438583.<a href="https://my.crawley.gov.uk/service/Job_Application" target="_blank">Apply for this job</a><h4> Related documents </h4><ul><li><a href="/sites/default/files/document_webform_uploads/housing-reviews-support-officer-job-description.pdf"> Housing Reviews Support Officer job description (PDF, 75.72 KB) </a></li></ul>





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Housing Reviews Support Officer

We are recruiting Team Managers to join our assessment service.Are you a dedicated and experienced Social Work professional with a passion for making a difference to children’s lives? Would you like the opportunity to contribute to shaping and developing the service? If this sounds like you, come and join our dynamic team and lead a team of committed social workers in providing high-quality support and care to the children and young people.As one of our Team Managers you will provide effective leadership to a team of Social Workers, ensuring a supportive and collaborative working environment, encouraging high standards in others and assisting and inspiring your team towards achieving their goals. Supported by your Assistant Team Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the team, supervising and supporting social workers in the management of cases, stepping in where needed to achieve positive outcomes for our children and their families and ensuring the welfare of our children and young people is prioritised.Children matter in Medway, and so do you. It’s an exciting time to join us as we offer competitive pay and conditions and hybrid working. We are committed to helping you to grow and develop throughout your career and reach your full potential. Our practice development offer along with management capacity across our teams, ensures you will be guided, supported and cared for.Whether you are ready for the next step in your career or you are an existing Team Manager we’d like to hear from you. You will be joining an experienced and dedicated Social Work team who have relationship and strengths-based work with children and families at the core of their practice.We have posts available in our Assessment service.Candidates will be offered a competitive basic salary between £48,696 and £52,959 per annum dependant on your experience, and the potential to earn up to £62,959 per year when market premiums and retention are applied.Join us and #Make a Difference…There will be an initial Teams conversation before a face to face interview is scheduled. Our OfferWe are proud to offer a range of benefits including –<ul><li>A market allowance of £7,000 per annum (payable in 12 equal instalments)</li><li>A retention payment of £3,000 per annum (payable in April, following 1 years service in Medway)</li><li>A genererous annual leave entitlement up to 30 days plus bank holidays</li><li>An excellent local government pension scheme</li><li>An essential car user allowance with option to apply for a lease car after six months.</li><li>Free car parking</li><li>Hybrid working - enabling you to work from home/office (minimum of 2 days per week will be required in the office). Assessment Teams are office based for duty weeks.</li><li>Relocation package of up to £8,000</li><li>A range of staff benefits and discounts including access to fantastic discounts and savings on shops and services, travel discounts, health and wellbeing support, and an employee assistance service.</li><li>Access to <a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200255/childrens_social_worker_jobs/759/professional_development" target="_blank">professional development and support</a> including Community Care Inform.</li><li>Hybrid working style - can work from home or in the office.</li></ul>About You<ul><li>You will hold a recognised Social Work qualification eg. Degree in Social Work, PGC in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW or equivalent and be registered with Social Work England.</li><li>You will have successfully completed your ASYE </li><li>You will have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li></ul> For further information on the qualifications, skills and experience required, please refer to the Job Profile and Person Specification.Additional InformationFor more information on our roles within Children’s Services please visit <a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/childrenservicesjobs" target="_blank">https://www.medway.gov.uk/childrenservicesjobs</a>





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