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Job Description Senior Practitioner – Child and Family Assessment Team at Thurrock Council – Grays Basic Salary £45,624 - £52,038 per annum (Plus a Market Factor Supplement of £6,000 per annum)* Grade: F Permanent Contract 37 Hours per Week Are you a Senior Practitioner looking for a new challenge?&nbsp; We are seeking an energetic, passionate experienced Senior Practitioner who can join our Child &amp; Family Assessment Team. Thurrock provides an opportunity to develop good social work practice and work with an ambitious, supportive management team. It would be beneficial for the post-holder to have at least 2 years' experience at Senior Practitioner level in this area of work.&nbsp; Rated ‘Outstanding’ across all areas by&nbsp;Ofsted in 2024, Thurrock Council are now looking forward to not only maintaining an outstanding rating, but striving to make further improvements in our service delivery. &nbsp;We are seeking a skilled Senior Practitioner who has the professional potential and personal attributes that our Social Workers and Families Need, and who wants to be supported to flourish.&nbsp; Managing your own workload but supporting the Team Manager by supporting Social Workers, NQSW’s and students. We expect Senior Practitioners to model best practice and to support the development of the team and the workers. We expect the Senior Practitioners in the team to support the manager by keeping up to date with new proposals and initiatives, legislation, council polices and departmental procedures and that these are customer-focused and of the highest possible quality.&nbsp;&nbsp; Thurrock has a friendly and supportive Children’s Services Directorate and we work within the Signs of Safety model, use a contextual safeguarding approach and are passionate about developing social work staff with a good training and development offer. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an Enhanced level with Children's Barred List is required for this role. 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> *Market Supplement is Subject to Annual Review Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date (Redeployment Only):&nbsp;21st August 2025 Closing Date (Internal &amp; External):&nbsp;31st August 2025 Interview Date: &nbsp;To Be Confirmed&nbsp; Additional Information&nbsp; To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EX-jQ8NyWHRHjx3v9vGMAikBJVPGw84ax9n_CvHKrsSc0A?e=U4evht" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> Application Requirements As part of the Safer Recruitment process, Gap Management is&nbsp;required&nbsp;for all Safeguarding roles.&nbsp;Please complete the Gaps in Employment grid provided (refer to the example document for guidance) and upload it under&nbsp;Miscellaneous Documents&nbsp;as part of your application.&nbsp;&nbsp; If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications.&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EXtYMXeGlbVPjAoxHwfnCuIB6KNWFCXe3i6bJI6MRBQZ-Q?e=dGt2M1" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Form</a>&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Ecz7hL-hyYFGvVpdkZ55ozkBS_giEjpigg97yi5KrF2SVw?e=vKePlG" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Example</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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Thurrock Council

Senior Practitioner - CFAT Team 1

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Introduction
Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!
We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.
Are you passionate about housing and helping clients with their homeless journey? Do you have the skills and knowledge to make a difference in our temporary accommodation service? You could be at the forefront of shaping strategies that make a difference to our clients in temporary accommodation.
What’s the role?
Housing Services Directorate is looking to appoint an Accommodation Assessment &amp; Lettings Team Leader to manage a team of six Accommodation Assessment &amp; Lettings Officers responsible for offering suitable accommodation under S188 and S193 duties. Successful management of this service area will ensure we deliver a high quality, customer-focused approach to our applicants eligible for homelessness assistance and continuous improvement and efficiency in the service delivery. In addition, you will ensure officers complete S208, enforce offer of suitable accommodation, correctly undertake the discharge of duty and complete all other tasks relevant to their role.
What’s in it for you?
Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:
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<li>Generous holiday allowance</li>
<li>Local Government Pension scheme</li>
<li>Flexible working and family friendly policies</li>
<li>Season ticket and bicycle loans</li>
<li>A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships</li>
<li>Supportive staff networks</li>
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What we’re looking for
We are seeking an experienced Accommodation Assessment &amp; Lettings Team Leader with a good working knowledge of managing a team responsible for offering accommodation under S188 and S193, Part 6 &amp; 7 of the Housing Act 1996, Homelessness Act 2002 and Localism Act 2011 and its application. You must have knowledge and understanding of the activities, functions and processes involved in offering suitable accommodation under S188 and S193 as well as issuing discharge of duty decisions.
In return, we will offer excellent development opportunities, plus a range of benefits that includes a career average pension scheme, flexible working and the opportunity to make a real difference to our local community.
Location
The job is primarily based in Laurence House, Catford, London, SE6 4RU, but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.
Special conditions
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<li>working knowledge of S188 and S193 &amp; Part 7 of the Housing Act 1996</li>
<li>understanding of the processes involved in issuing discharge of duty decisions</li>
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The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.
<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us" target="_blank">Applicant handbook</a>&nbsp;- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.
For an informal discussion about this job, please contact Abdul Hamid on 07385 226267
Salary
£47,628 - £49,638 per annum (P03)
N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.
Diversity
Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at <a href="http://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a>
The Council has a dedicated employment support service, <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email <a href="mailto:JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and an advisor will be in touch with you.
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London Borough of Lewisham

Accommodation Assessment & Lettings Team Leader

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

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


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


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


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

Community DoLS Assessor

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As a HR Assistant, you’ll gain exposure to a variety of different areas of HR, from employee relations to recruitment, training and absence management. Working in one of our Service areas, you’ll provide a tailored administrative service to our staff and build up your HR experience.
You’ll get involved in the day to day running of the Council from supporting with sickness absence management and recruitment to taking notes at meetings and assisting with employee relations cases.
Sevenoaks District Council is unique in creating a people-first approach which was recognised through the re-awarding of our Investors in People Platinum status. With a strong focus on development, you’ll benefit from the wide variety of experience within our team, and you’ll have the opportunity to determine in which HR discipline your passion lies.
This role is ideally suited to a graduate, school leaver or administrator looking to develop their HR career.
Previous applicants need not apply 
This role will be based at our Council Offices, Argyle Road, Sevenoaks Kent TN13 1HG and our Dunbrik Depot, Sundridge, TN14 6EP. We currently operate a hybrid working model for the majority of our roles where your working time will be divided between the office (2-3 days) and home working (2-3 days)
Do you want to know more about the role? 
For further details on the role, please see the job description or for an informal discussion about the role, please contact Dorota Pajsert, HR Change Manager, on 01732 227092.
Do you want to ensure you have the best chance of being shortlisted?
Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements as your application will be judged against these criteria.
Closing date: 2nd September 2025
Interviews: 30th September 2025

HR Assistant

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

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

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Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities! We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants. Lewisham Council’s Housing Service is seeking a new&nbsp;Head of Private Sector Licencing and Home Improvement as part of our senior leadership team in the Housing Services Directorate. The role It’s an exciting time to join us. Lewisham is a vibrant and rewarding place to live and work –full of ambition, energy and a huge amount of potential. Our people are passionate, diverse and engaged in the work we do. We are proud of our strong, welcoming communities and of being recognised as the UK’s first borough of Sanctuary. It’s also a challenging time for us, with significant financial pressure and increasing demand for our services. We are meeting this challenge head on, with a radical and bold change agenda underway across the organisation. Here in the housing service, we are passionate about our vision that everyone has a safe, stable and genuinely affordable home where they can live an independent and prosperous life. Maintaining high standards and ensuring safety in the private rented sector is essential. To support this, we operate Selective Licensing, Additional HMO Licensing, and Mandatory Licensing schemes. The Housing Improvement and Assistance Team works to support vulnerable residents who need aids and adaptations to enable them to continue to live independently in their homes as well as providing a range of capital grants to support landlords to bring empty homes back into occupation and ensure homes are free from hazards. We are ambitious with a clear strategy to deliver on our vision. This role is a critical part of delivering our vision. We are looking for a new Head of Private Sector Licencing and Home Improvement. What we’re looking for Reporting to the Director of Housing Strategy, the Head of Private Sector Licencing and Home Improvement will lead a service area that provides strategic direction for the Council’s housing improvement and assistance service and the property licensing and enforcement function. This is an area of the division with big ambition, as we have recently expanded our property licencing schemes and have seen an increase in applications from residents for support from our grants, specifically the Disabled Facilities Grant. Managing a service of up to 100 staff the post-holder will lead our ambitions to work proactively within the private rented sector to drive up standards and safety for Lewisham’s residents. With expertise in the legal framework of regulation and licensing, you’ll be at the forefront of operationalising our new licensing scheme, and will maximise their impact through innovative new approaches to engaging with our residents. You will also be responsible for utilising a home assistance grant of £2million a year to support our most vulnerable residents to live in safe and secure homes from which they can live independent lives. We’re looking for a strategic and inspirational leader, communicator and manager who can demonstrate strong experience of delivering an operational income-generating service, ideally with a background in commercial or regulatory and enforcement services as well as a strong background and experience in managing Disabled Facilities Grants services. If you are excited by this challenge, we want to hear from you. Location The job is primarily based in Laurence House, Catford but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis. The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s. <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us" target="_blank">Applicant handbook</a>&nbsp;- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.
To apply, please click on the apply link above.&nbsp;
Please click&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/%20HeadofPrivateSectorLicencingandHomeImprovement" target="_blank">here</a>&nbsp;to view the Job Description and Person Specification Salary £69,840 - £74,487 per annum (SMG2) N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof. Special conditions
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The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s. For an informal discussion about this job, please contact Fenella Beckman (Director of Housing Strategy)-&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Fenella.Beckman@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Fenella.Beckman@lewisham.gov.uk</a> Diversity Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a> The Council has a dedicated employment support service,&nbsp;<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and an advisor will be in touch with you. The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.&nbsp; &nbsp;
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Head of Private Sector Licensing and Home Improvement

Job Description Senior Country Park Ranger / Site Manager &nbsp; Salary: £44,208 - £50,424 per annum Grade: F Permanent Contract 37 Hours per Week Are you interested in being a part of the team dedicated to the management of some of the most popular &amp; important natural open spaces in Thurrock? &nbsp;Do you have a real interest in the natural environment, how its managed, how its protected, how its accessed and how its promoted?If so, we’d be keen to hear from you.We are currently recruiting within our Country Parks Team predomin22sible for the Operational Supervision of the Ranger Team as well as taking the lead role in the management of the spaces the team are responsible for.&nbsp;This role will require an enthusiastic individual with demonstrable practical experience in managing public country parks. Your practical knowledge must include that of managing varied habitats, health &amp; safety and the use of a range of tools, plant and machinery associated with environmental management.&nbsp;You will also require the knowledge and experience of External Funding and the processes involved with relevant Environmental Stewardship schemes. Public Engagement and experience of working with and alongside volunteers is also essential.&nbsp;A valid full Driving Licence is essential.&nbsp; Advert Closing Date <ul> <li>Redeployment Only:&nbsp;31st July 2025</li> <li>Internal &amp; External:&nbsp;24th August 2025</li> </ul> A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check is not required for this post.&nbsp;To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/ETep76Dwa3JElFDrkT3qtTgBSw7RyPbzt-ZSVxSoeOmrCw?e=YeluhB" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> &nbsp;“If you encounter an error message when opening the Job Profile link please refresh the error page”About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Senior Ranger and Site Manager

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



We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic Finance Business Partner to join our Resources Directorate on a full-time, permanent basis.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment.&nbsp; We understand the importance of a good work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices and hybrid working opportunities.&nbsp;
<h3>About you…</h3>
We value highly motivated individuals who are proactive in developing our practices and identifying new ways of doing things. This is an exciting opportunity in the Resources Directorate for a talented and dynamic individual with the experience and drive to join our strong team and help us achieve our vision. We take great pride in the services we provide directly and in our key role of enabling other service areas to succeed in meeting their priorities effectively and efficiently.
You must be CCAB qualified or equivalent accountancy qualification, with significant post-qualification experience and technical knowledge in education and social care finance from a local authority perspective.&nbsp; You will have the ability to analyse and interpret complex financial information to inform decision making.
<h3>About the team…</h3>
The Accountancy team is a friendly, supportive and busy team with an excellent reputation for delivery. Finance Business Partners play a crucial role in developing and enhancing that reputation due to the strategic role they perform. You will be working collaboratively within a team of experienced professionals to provide high quality financial advice and support to Directorate Management teams, other Budget Managers and Members.
<h3>Key responsibilities…</h3>
You will lead strategic financial management for the People Directorate, providing expert advice on budgets for services including Adults and Children’s Social Care and Education. You will play a key role in transformation programmes, ensuring efficient service delivery. You will need a CCAB qualification and substantial local authority finance experience for this role.
<h3>Our benefits…&nbsp;</h3>
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<li>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>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<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>
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*(pro rata for part time)
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date&nbsp;</h3>
Initial interviews will be held in early September 2025.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?&nbsp;</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
Arthur Parker - Assistant Director: Chief Accountant - 01344 352158
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Bracknell Forest Council

Finance Business Partner (People Directorate)

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IMPORTANT: This post requires a regular shift working between 6am and midnight 7 days a week. This is implemented on a 4-day working week (9 working hours per day + 1 hour for lunch). This is based on a 3-week working pattern where you would benefit from 5 consecutive days off every 3 weeks. Working patterns and rotas are subject to regular review and change.
This role requires a full Category A licence or a valid CBT - the role will require regular use of a scooter/moped/motorcycle.
Hackney is one of the most dynamic and progressive local authorities in the UK. We are a resilient, vibrant, and creative borough in the heart of London, with strong, diverse communities and a powerful set of shared values.
Over the past twenty years, the Council has built up first-class services, outstanding public infrastructure, and a reputation for excellence, innovation, and ambition. We are leading the way on essential work such as our fight for equity in Hackney with a particular focus on becoming an actively anti-racist borough. But the work doesn’t stop there, we are proactive in our approach to bringing fairness to all aspects of life including gender, Neurodiversity and across the poverty divide.
Hackney Parking Services are often leading the way in the parking industry with the main focus on best practices and performance. Hackney Council has managed to be the number one borough in Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) appeals for two years running. Hackney was one of the first Councils in the country to implement School Streets and Ultra Low Emission Zones - all of which are enforced by the parking enforcement team.
Recently, the Council has brought in-house the parking enforcement operations after over two decades of the service being outsourced. An amazing opportunity has arisen to recruit into a position that will be pivotal in creation, delivery and implementation of the newly in-sourced parking enforcement service.
In this challenging and rewarding role, you will have the necessary communication and networking skills to work directly with residents and key partnering services. Your “can do” ethos, unparalleled organisational skills, problem solving abilities and exceptional skills in dealing with conflict will empower you to manage a varied caseload, and collaborate with others to address support needs and achieve positive outcomes. You will have demonstrable experience of working in an agile context and the ability to work routinely from different locations across Hackney, outdoors in all weather, to best meet the needs of the communities that we serve.
Day to day you will undertake the statutory duties of Civil Enforcement Officer under the Traffic Management Act 2004 in managing the road and traffic and enforcing on parking contraventions by issuance of Penalty Charge Notices. This will also include managing removal operations of vehicles parked in contravention and assisting the Council in a wide remit of reporting of other problems and issues as described in the job description
Previous experience of parking enforcement is not mandatory as full training will be provided on the job.
This role requires an Enhanced DBS.
Hackney is one of the most dynamic and progressive local authorities in the UK. We are a resilient, vibrant, and creative borough in the heart of London, with strong, diverse communities and a powerful set of shared values.
But the work doesn’t stop there, we are proactive in our approach to bringing fairness to all aspects of life including gender, Neurodiversity and across the poverty divide.
Day to day you will undertake the statutory duties of Civil Enforcement Officer under the Traffic Management Act 2004 in managing the road and traffic and enforcing on parking contraventions by issuance of Penalty Charge Notices. This will also include managing removal operations of vehicles parked in contravention and assisting the Council in a wide remit of reporting of other problems and issues as described in the job description.
As a Council, our most outstanding asset is our staff, who are highly dedicated to serving our residents and committed to our goals as an organisation.
If you want to work in a place where you can represent our values so we achieve the best for our residents, please click on the apply button below.
We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Therefore, we do not accept supporting statements or CV’s.
To proceed with your application, you will need to create an account and submit your application.
As part of the application process, you will need to complete a number of competency based questions. These questions allow you to demonstrate your suitability for the role and provide examples of your skills, knowledge and experience outlined in the job description.
We understand the benefits of using AI in the workplace. However, if you are thinking of using this tool to submit your application, we ask you to think about what value it will add. AI tools tend to lack the personal touch and authenticity we value in candidates. We encourage you to showcase your unique knowledge and skills using your own voice.
Closing date for applications:&nbsp;04 September&nbsp;2025 (22:59)
Interview and assessment date:&nbsp;W/C 22 September&nbsp;2025
We are also working towards our vision, which is to be a place for everyone; where residents and staff can be proud; a place that celebrates diversity and where everyone can feel valued, included and involved. In order to achieve this, we look for people who are: Proud; Ambitious; Pioneering; Open; Proactive; Inclusive.
Hackney Council works to eradicate discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.We also recognise that people can be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will also work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. We also welcome those interested in flexible working. We particularly welcome applications from disabled people, as this group is currently under represented in our workforce.
The Council has a dedicated employment support service (Hackney Works), which offers Hackney residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you are thinking about applying for a job, please contact the Hackney Works team to find out what support is available:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk" target="_blank">hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk</a>







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London Borough of Hackney

Mobile Road & Traffic Enforcement Officer

<h4> Job Description </h4>Overview The London Borough of Harrow is seeking a dynamic and innovative Technology Adoption Lead to champion digital transformation across the organisation. Sitting within the ICT Services division, this key role will drive the adoption of modern technologies, platforms, and devices among staff and elected members. You’ll lead the development of a network of Technology Champions, design engaging training materials and campaigns, and deliver live events to boost digital confidence and IT literacy. In addition to promoting digital engagement, you’ll play a central role in managing the migration of Azure Files to SharePoint. This includes developing detailed project plans, coordinating with teams across the council, setting and communicating deadlines, and ensuring the timely delivery of project milestones. You’ll also provide regular updates to stakeholders, ensure compliance with ICT policies, and support end-users with training and guidance on the new SharePoint environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a tangible impact in a forward-thinking local authority committed to innovation, collaboration, and excellence in public service. About You The successful candidate will have:<ul><li>Proven experience driving technology adoption and digital transformation within a complex organisation</li><li>Strong understanding of modern workplace tools including Microsoft 365 applications and platforms</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire users at all levels</li><li>A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to deliver practical, user-focused solutions</li><li>Demonstrable ability to lead change initiatives and manage stakeholder relationships effectively</li><li>Solid analytical skills with experience in tracking adoption metrics and producing insightful reports</li><li>Confidence in designing and delivering engaging training materials, campaigns and live events</li><li>A collaborative mindset, able to work across teams and foster a network of Technology Champions</li><li>Commitment to continuous professional development and staying current with technology trends</li><li>A passion for improving user experience and simplifying technical processes across the organisation</li></ul> Related Documents For more information, please refer to the <a href="https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=25203&amp;hashed=31263315" target="_blank">Role Profile/ Selection Criteria</a><h4>About us</h4> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.<h4>Other information</h4> Support for candidates visit:<a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&amp;categoryId=210277" target="_blank">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11" target="_blank">below G11</a> and <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11" target="_blank">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council" target="_blank"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a><h4>Important Note</h4> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice" target="_blank">equality statement</a>. As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting <a href="www.cifas.org.uk/fpn">www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a> 





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Harrow Council

Technology Adoption Specialist

<h4>About the role</h4><h4>Role Summary</h4>To be the first point of contact for our customers, ensuring customer satisfaction in line with our service strategy, by adhering to organisational processes through teamwork.<h4>Salary:</h4>£26,873.00<h4>Hours of Work:</h4>35 hours per week<h4>Contract:</h4>Full time - Permanent <h4>Probation Period:</h4>6 months <h4>Notice Period:</h4>1 month<h4>Who are we?</h4>We provide more than 13,000 homes across Kent, Sussex and Surrey. Over the years we have invested heavily in our homes and continue to do so as part of the Peabody Group. We promote hybrid working and have more than 300 employees based in various locations across our operating area.<h4>Meet your Manager</h4>I have been with TCH 15 years, and the colleagues I work with have made it such a great place to work. I really love what we do for our residents and enjoy being part of the Customer Services Team. In Customer Services we are the front-line team taking the initial calls and enquiries from residents, regarding everything from ASB to Repairs. Every call is different, and the team have incredible knowledge on many different topics. It is so rewarding working with such great colleagues and seeing the ways in which we can help our residents. Emma Browning Customer Service Team Leader <h4>What will you be doing?</h4><h4>Role Specific Responsibilities</h4><ul><li> Ensure customer contact is achieved within set timescales, including taking telephone calls and responding to Customer service &amp; repair e-mails/webchats. </li><li> Respond to online customers general/ repairs enquiries and provide standard written responses in conjunction with the Senior Customer Services Advisor or the Customer Services Manager. </li><li> Taking customer repairs calls, diagnosing issues &amp; booking repairs appointments. </li><li> Participate in training, following identification of needs through a training needs analysis. </li><li> Take an active role in the implementation of new customer service initiatives. </li><li> Participate in projects and workgroups at the request of the Customer Services Manager. </li><li> Assist the Customer Services Manager in the implementation of policies and processes aligned with customer care, with a view to improving performance from customer feedback. </li><li> Ensure processes are written for the customer service operation and regularly maintained. </li><li> Ensure full business continuity is achieved by providing cover for the operation where necessary. </li><li> Ensure full compliance with the equality and diversity regulations. </li><li> Participate in customer engagement and feedback with a view to continuous improvement. </li><li> Liaise with other departments/staff/outside agencies as appropriate. </li><li> Comply with operational Key Performance Indicators in line with departmental targets. </li></ul><h4>General</h4><ul><li> To adhere to the Group’s equal opportunities policy and to actively promote equality of opportunity wherever possible. </li><li> Recognise, respect and promote the different roles and diversity of the individuals within the Group. </li><li> To actively contribute towards the Group’s key performance indicators and professional standards. </li><li> Work in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) and Data Protection Law and be responsible for the integrity of personal information you process. This may include identifying anomalies in data and investigating and correcting them where appropriate. Ensure you attend training on data protection regularly. </li><li> To be responsible for your own health and safety and that of your colleagues, in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) and relevant EC directives. </li><li> To participate in training and attend other meetings and staff events as required. </li><li> To undertake other such duties as may be reasonably expected from time to time. </li><li> Be an effective member of your team, presenting a positive impression of your section and the Group. </li><li> This job description is a guide to the nature of the work required. It is not comprehensive and does not form part of the contract of employment. </li></ul><h4>About You</h4><h4>Education &amp; Qualifications</h4><ul><li> GCSE or equivalent education. </li></ul><h4>Key Skills &amp; Competencies</h4><ul><li> Office administration experience. </li><li> Customer service experience essential. </li><li> Microsoft Office experience. </li><li> Knowledge of housing issues, including equal opportunities, and housing associations. </li></ul><h4>Behaviours</h4><ul><li> Calm, confident, and approachable manner. </li><li> Good communication skills, face to face and via telephone. </li><li> Excellent communication skills. </li><li> Ability to think and act quickly in a pressurised environment. </li><li> Proven ability to negotiate outcomes and solve problems. </li><li> Experience of using own initiative to implement and improve work systems. </li><li> Ability to prepare and interpret numerical data and to explain to others. </li><li> Proven ability to plan and manage own workload. </li><li> Ability to work well as part of a team. </li><li> Desire to provide excellent customer service. </li><li> Resilience when dealing with difficult situations. </li></ul><h4>Why Choose Us</h4><ul><li>Contributory pension scheme 4% to 10% matched contributions</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Free onsite car parking</li><li>Life assurance of 4x annual salary (Terms and Conditions apply)</li><li>30 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays</li><li>Two volunteer days per year</li><li>Employee assistance programme (24/7 telephone advice, information portal &amp; face to face counselling sessions)</li><li>Corporate eye care scheme providing free eye tests and free VDU glasses or contribution towards VDU glasses</li><li>Extensive annual Staff Wellbeing programme</li><li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave provision</li><li>Flexible annual benefits (for dental, healthcare, shopping vouchers, technology etc.)</li><li>Annual flu vaccinations</li><li>Access to an extensive range of corporate discounts on shopping, travel &amp; days out</li><li>Social events, including lunchtime walking, rounders, festive Fridays</li><li>Travel loan</li></ul><h4>Our Values</h4>Our culture is about the shared values, beliefs and behaviours that determine how we do things, then the ways and systems of working that help to get those things done.Our new values, principles and behaviours will put customers at the heart and provide the foundation for the culture of the new organisation. Only by delivering a cohesive and customer-focused culture will we be able to achieve our purpose and priorites.We have taken an inclusive and collaborative approach to developing the following values, working together with colleagues, customers and the Board:<h4>Equal Opportunities Statement</h4>TCH is an equal opportunities employer committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity or paternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership, or caring responsibilities.We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join TCH.We are recognised as a ‘Disability Confident Committed Employer’. As part of this commitment, individuals who disclose at application stage that they have a disability, will be invited to interview provided they demonstrate that they meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Candidates will be asked if they require any support or reasonable adjustments to enable them to fully participate in the recruitment process.<h4>Apply</h4><h4>Internal Applications</h4>Please send a letter clearly demonstrating how your skills and experience meet the criteria contained on the job description and person specification to the HR inbox.For internal staff only: Please note, if you're currently on legacy TCH, Rosebery, InTouch, Family Mosaic etc Terms and Conditions and are successful in your application, you will automatically be transferred to the new Peabody Terms and Conditions.Additionally, if you move to a TCH role on a secondment basis, your Terms and Conditions will not change.If you have any questions, or require further clarification, please speak to HR.<h4>External Applications</h4>Please complete our online application form by clicking the Apply button below. We reserve the right to bring the closing date forward, so we strongly encourage early applications.Please note: As an employer, Town &amp; Country Housing does not provide sponsorship as a licensed UK employer.<h4>Key dates</h4><h4>Applications Close:</h4>Wednesday, 3 September 2025<h4>Interview Date:</h4>Thursday, 11 September 2025<a href="https://prteam.typeform.com/to/CKzm0uuQ" target="_blank">Apply now</a>





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Customer Services Advisor

We are recruiting Residential Child Care Workers at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 24/37 Hours Contract Type: Permanent/Part Time/Full Time Location: Various Locations in the Borough This is an exciting opportunity to join Team Caerphilly and provide support across the wider Residential Services Team. We pay an attractive salary of £18,550 - £31,022 and offer access to training and development opportunities. Caerphilly County Borough Council continues to invest in our children’s residential provisions within the Borough. We would like to recruit staff who have the right values, motivation and commitment to work in this rewarding yet challenging role.We are seeking enthusiastic, nurturing hands-on people who have experience working with complex and challenging behaviours. Successful candidates will work in a multi-agency manner to support and promote the welfare and needs of young people with a high level of complex needs.Previous experience of working in a children’s residential home is advantageous. We offer an excellent induction and training package, including supporting employees to attain sector specific qualifications that will support your professional development. We also provide training and support to enable you to work in a therapeutic, relational manner. On-going supervision is offered where training, development and personals need are addressed. For the role, we ask that you have:<ul><li>A Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, or the ability and commitment to work towards Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care</li><li>An understanding of the issues that affect Young People.</li><li>A Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence to drive a Council vehicle to transport children, young people on a regular basis</li></ul> 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 Karen Williams on 07971781534 or email <a href="mailto:willik19@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">willik19@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. 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. 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. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Social Care Wales (Registration) Rules 2023 set out the requirement for all residential childcare workers, domiciliary care workers, adult care home workers, residential family centre workers to be registered with Social Care Wales within six months from your start date in post. The Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) National Minimum Standards for Children’s Homes state that individuals providing care must be at least 18 years old and must be at least 4 years older than the oldest child accommodated. This is a protected characteristic under the occupational requirement of the post in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. 





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Caerphilly County Borough Council

Residential Child Care Worker

We are recruiting a Care Assistant at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 1 x 17 hours per week &amp; 1 x 28 hours per weekContract Type: Permanent / Part Time Location: Ty Clyd Residential HomeTeam: Provider ServicesThis position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £11,754 - £12,529 (17 hours per week) / £19,360 - £20,636 (28 hours per week) and offer access to training and development opportunities.Can you make a positive difference to people? Are you sensitive and supportive and non-judgemental? Would you like to be part of a team that promotes a homely, warm atmosphere where people are respected as individuals?Ty Clyd Residential Home is looking for 2 x Care Assistants to provide care and support for older adults. You will be required to carry out duties to support residents in a dignified and respectful manner, promoting independence and wellbeing and adopt a person-centred approach.Experience of working with older people would be beneficial although not essential. You must have knowledge of the principles that underpin quality care e.g. dignity and choice. You must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, possess clear understanding of the sensitive and confidential nature of the post and be courteous and responsive to the needs of individuals.28 hours per week post:4 x 7 hour shifts over a 7 day week, working on a 2 week working pattern.17 hours per week (34 hours every 2 weeks) post:Week 1 - 14 hours / Week 2 - 20 hoursThese hours will be worked on a rotating basis, if you require further information on the available hours, please contact the recruiting manager using the details provided below. There will be opportunities to work additional hours.It is essential that applicants are in receipt of / working towards Level 2 in care (Previously known as NVQ 2) or a willingness to achieve the qualification within a specified timeframe.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>The ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.</li><li>Experience of working as part of a team.</li><li>The ability and willingness to work flexibly including weekends, bank holidays and sleep in duties.</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 Michelle Jones on 01443 875553 or email <a href="mailto:jonesm14@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">jonesm14@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. 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. 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. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.The Social Care Wales (Registration) Rules 2023 set out the requirement for all residential childcare workers, domiciliary care workers, adult care home workers, residential family centre workers to be registered with Social Care Wales within six months from your start date in post.





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Care Assistant

We are recruiting a Registration Administrator at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 22 hours and 12 minutes per week (7.24 hours, Wednesday - Friday) Contract Type: Permanent, Part Time Location: Ty PenalltaTeam: Trading Standards, Licensing and Registrars This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £14,874 - £15,109.80 and offer access to training and development opportunities. The successful candidate for this role will provide an administrative support function to the registration service and undertake technical duties as required by the service. You will need to give timely advice and assistance to customers as the front-line service point for the registration service.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Relevant Level 2 qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales.</li><li>Knowledge of working within a legislative framework and general office procedures.</li><li>Customer service experience (including telephone and face to face).</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.</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 Rebecca Williams on 01443 863318 or email <a href="mailto:willirl1@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">willirl1@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. 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. 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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Registration Administrator

We are recruiting an Intensive Supervision and Surveillance Officer at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 2 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent Location: Working hours can be split between home and office depending on specific task requirements. This is an exciting opportunity to join Team Caerphilly and provide support across the wider Youth Offending Service. We pay an attractive salary of £14.36 - £15.58 per hour and offer access to training and development opportunities. A vacancy has arisen for a permanent job share post with a minimum 8 hours per month. The contract is to undertake predominantly weekend working, however, there will also be a requirement to cover bank holidays and potentially some evening work if necessary. Therefore, the post holder may be required to work additional hours above the minimum 8 per month. The post holder will be based from home with a minimum of one hour each Saturday and Sunday involving telephone contacts, home visits and activities in the community.The position is for an Intensive Supervision and Surveillance (ISS) Officer within Blaenau Gwent and Caerphilly Youth Offending Service (YOS) who will be part of the Court and Community 1 Team. The successful candidate will need to have experience and knowledge of working directly with children and families with the ability to demonstrate strong engagement skills.Intensive Supervision and Surveillance is a requirement that can be added to a Youth Rehabilitation Order (YRO) and provides robust supervision in the community to prevent further offending, whilst also providing support to a child to develop new skills and constructive leisure activities.We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to fill this permanent job share vacancy and to support the overall aim of the YOS in reducing offending by children. Therefore, you will need to demonstrate an ability to engage children and make a positive impact with the work you will be delivering as part of our multi agency YOS. In achieving these aims, you will work closely with families to address the factors leading to offending.You will be required to contribute to accurate and timely electronic records in accordance with Youth Justice Board’s National Standards. Therefore, IT skills are essential for this role, as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills.Interviews will be held on the 06.08.2025. No alternative date for interview can be offered.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>5 GCSE (Grades A* to C) or equivalent Level 2 qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales</li><li>Knowledge of the Youth Justice System</li><li>A Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business purposes to travel throughout the borough to visit service receivers, 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 Vicki Woodward on 01495 235623 or email <a href="mailto:woodwv@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">woodwv@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> / <a href="mailto:wwwyos@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">wwwyos@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. 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. 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. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.





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Intensive Supervision and Surveillance Officer

We are recruiting for Governor Support Clerks at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Contract Type: Casual/ Relief Location: Ty Penallta/Hybrid/SchoolsTeam: School Improvement This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £13.69 per hour and offer access to training and development opportunities. We are seeking a dedicated Governor Support Clerk to play a key role in the smooth running of governing body and statutory committee meetings across schools in Caerphilly County Borough.Key responsibilities include, accurately taking and producing quality-assured minutes within 5 working days. Providing procedural guidance and support for governance processes. Ensuring meetings are quorate. Acting as chair during elections of chairs of governors. Maintaining confidentiality and managing sensitive data securely.What We’re Looking For: Strong administrative and organisational skills. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Ability to work flexibly, including late afternoons and evenings.It is expected that you will spend a total of 6 hours on each quorate meeting you agree to support. This takes into account, amongst other matters, preparation for the meeting, attending the meeting and preparing minutes following the meeting. 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 Lisa Downey on 01443 866472 or email <a href="mailto:downel@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">downel@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. 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. 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. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.





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Governing Body Clerk

We are recruiting Recycling Advisors at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 hours Contract Type: Full Time, Fixed Term until 31/12/2027 Location: Tir-Y-Berth DepotTeam: Waste Strategy and Operations This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organisation. We pay an attractive salary of £27,711 - £30,060 and offer access to training and development opportunities. The purpose of this role is to support the delivery of sustainable waste management initiatives through direct public engagement. In this role you will promote waste minimisation, recycling and composting across the county borough by encouraging positive behaviour change through education, persuasion, and, where necessary, enforcement.You will assist in developing and delivering targeted education campaigns and contribute to research and analysis to support the implementation of local waste strategies. This is a key frontline role, helping to improve recycling performance and reduce residual waste through meaningful interaction with residents and communities.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Relevant Level 3 qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales.</li><li>A sound and up to date knowledge of waste management and environmental issues.</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. </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 Rhys Gwyther on 07717467379 or email <a href="mailto:gwythr@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">gwythr@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> / Rhodri Lloyd on 01443 873758 or email <a href="mailto:lloydrj1@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">lloydrj1@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. 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. 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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Recycling Advisor

We are recruiting a Billing Officers at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 hours Contract Type: Full Time/Permanent Location: Ty Penallta This is an exciting opportunity to join Team Caerphilly and provide support across the wider Council Tax and Business Rates Team. We pay an attractive salary of £25,584 - £27,269 and offer access to training and development opportunities. The Billing Officer is part of a team of administrators that assists in the billing and collection of council tax and business rates payable to the Council. The postholder will deal with correspondence, telephone calls and some face-to-face enquiries resulting from billing and collection action. Other duties include making payment arrangements with taxpayers and advising taxpayers facing court proceedings. Applicants must have strong customer service skills, be able to learn quickly with attention to detail and work under pressure in a busy customer-facing environment. The post involves working from home with a requirement to spend some time in the office, currently 1 or 2 days a week. Applicants must have 5 GSCEs Grade A* to C including Mathematics and English Language or equivalent qualification, be computer literate and have strong numeracy skills, together with good verbal/written communication skills. For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>5 GSCEs Grade A* to C including Mathematics and English Language or equivalent qualification</li><li>Experience of dealing with members of the public / customers and external organisations</li><li>Ability to respect confidentiality of the work (familiarity with Data Protection Act principles). </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 Glenn Edwards on 01443 864018 or email <a href="mailto:edwarg1@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">edwarg1@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. 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. 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. This will include a basic check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.<ul></ul>

Billing Officer

<ul><li>Reference: EES16 </li><li>Division: Economy and Planning </li><li>Salary: £50,880.00 - £58,194.00 per annum </li><li>Contract type: Fixed term </li><li>Posted on: 21 August 2025 </li><li>Interview date:01 October 2025</li><li>Extra payment(s): Not applicable </li></ul><ul><li>Positions: 1 </li><li>Category: Economic development </li><li>Grade: K - L </li><li>Working hours: 37 per week </li><li>Closing date: 22 September 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>Crawley Borough Council is leading the transformation of the Borough, working in close partnership with stakeholders to deliver a £125 million programme of ambitious regeneration projects which will help the town embrace its full potential and boost job creation, business growth and economic recovery.One of our flagship regeneration projects is the ‘Three Bridges Station Improvement Scheme’ – a multi-million pound, transformative infrastructure project being delivered by Crawley Borough Council in partnership with West Sussex County Council, Network Rail and Govia Thameslink Railway through the Crawley Growth Programme.The project aims to modernise and enhance the area around Three Bridges railway station including physical improvements to the forecourt area, a new pedestrian and cycle entrance from Station Hill, provision of dedicated safe spaces for passenger and taxi drop off and waiting areas, improvements to parking facilities and accessibility; creating a safer, vibrant new space with excellent connectivity for all users.To help us achieve our ambition, we are looking for an exceptional individual with a proven track record in successfully delivering complex regeneration projects – particularly in the transport sector – through effective and collaborative partnership. The ideal candidate will bring proven experience of working closely with railway authorities and other key stakeholders, bringing passion and enthusiasm to deliver the Three Bridges Station Improvement Scheme.To be successful in this role you will need the behaviours, knowledge and experience required to ensure the successful delivery of regeneration schemes. We are looking for someone who will demonstrate all of the council’s values and behaviours and continually strive for excellence.You will:<ul><li>have excellent understanding of regeneration programme delivery and policy, particularly within a public transport context and significant experience of designing and delivering sustainable transport infrastructure schemes with a strong working knowledge of planning and public procurement procedures</li><li>use your considerable experience of working in partnership in regeneration delivery, building effective relationships at all levels with stakeholders, supported by excellent communication and presentation skills</li><li>have a proven track record of project managing and delivering complex projects, using effective project management skills and tools</li></ul>Crawley is an exciting place to work, with a vibrant town centre and excellent transport connections. We have a hybrid working set up which allows a balance of working from home and at least two days from our modern office.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>Fixed term contract for up to 24 months.Ability requirement to attend occasional evening meetings and travel to any role-related contacts that may include external partners and stakeholders.This is a politically restricted post for the purposes of the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. The post holder is therefore unable to take part in political activity as defined in current regulations published by the Secretary of State.<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:lynn.hainge@crawley.gov.uk" target="_blank">lynn.hainge@crawley.gov.uk</a>, Economic Regeneration Manager or call on 01293 438336.&nbsp; &nbsp;<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/principal-regeneration-officer-%28three-bridges-station-improvement-scheme-job-description.pdf"> Principal Regeneration Officer (Three Bridges Station Improvement Scheme) job description (PDF, 159.75 KB) </a></li></ul>





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Crawley Borough Council

Principal Regeneration Officer (Three Bridges Station Improvement Scheme)

<ul><li>Reference: ES82 </li><li>Division: Strategic Housing </li><li>Salary: £32,287.00 - £38,133.00 per annum </li><li>Contract type: Fixed term </li><li>Posted on: 21 August 2025 </li><li>Interview date:12 September 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: 03 September 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 currently seeking an Assessment Officer to join the Housing Options team on a 12-month fixed term contract to backfill for an internal secondment.Our Assessment Officers provide the initial assessment service for customers approaching the council who may be threatened with homelessness or who may be already homeless. The Assessment Service also provides an early intervention service for those customers who require housing advice and assistance at an early stage. The Assessment Service is part of the Housing Options Team who work together to prevent and relieve homelessness.&nbsp; We are looking for a confident person with exceptional customer service skills to communicate clearly and effectively with customers, landlords, accommodation providers, partner organisations and other professionals both face to face, by telephone and by email. With the ability to clearly explain to customers the type of help the council is likely to be able to provide and to understand what this will look and feel like and help manage their expectations where required.You will need to be efficient and effective in extracting and recording relevant information from customers to be able to understand the issues and assess the urgency of their enquiry. You will need to ensure customers are clear on the next steps that they and the council will need to take and when this will happen. Competent IT and administration skills are essential.You will need to assess and prioritise customer appointments from completed application forms, which you will be managing as part of a team, being able to recognise the urgency of situations and communicating with other colleagues and professionals where appropriate.During that assessment appointment, you will determine housing and support needs of customers. You will also support customers through early intervention work and hold a caseload of early intervention and triage cases. The Assessment Officers also trigger any statutory duties owed to a customer where appropriate, working closely with their housing options colleagues to progress casework.Preference will be given to candidates with a current working knowledge of relevant legislation and the various voluntary and statutory organisations locally and nationally that can assist the council in the prevention and relief of homelessness.We are looking for a candidate who is an active listener who can work independently and use their own initiative within a wider team environment and be calm and resilient when dealing with challenging situations. Whilst previous experience of front line interviewing within a demanding service is desirable, full training will be provided to the right candidate who can demonstrate the qualities and skills required for this role, in the absence of any experienced applicants.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>Fixed term contract for 12 months.37 hours per week including flexi time system.<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:sarah.bloom@crawley.gov.uk" target="_blank">sarah.bloom@crawley.gov.uk</a>, or call on 01293 438586.<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/assessment-officer-job-description_3.pdf"> Assessment Officer job description (PDF, 150.79 KB) </a></li></ul>





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Assessment Officer

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Social Work Team Manager to join our service in Medway. This role is working in a long-term locality team, where we assess and support people from all user groups in the Gillingham/Rainham area who have ongoing needs. We are looking for a manager who has experience across a range of service users, who has experience of supervising and managing staff and of managing complex cases. You will be working alongside 2 other team managers and this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a committed team who always put the individual’s needs at the hear of everything we do.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong leadership skills and a passion for delivering high-quality adult social care services. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Leadership &amp; Team Management: Manage, motivate, and develop a team of social workers and other professionals, providing direction and leadership. Conduct staff appraisals, address welfare and capability issues, and promote a creative, strengths-based culture to supporting people.</li><li>Performance Management: Oversee the performance of your team by embedding a Quality Assurance Framework, ensuring excellent performance and statutory reporting. Provide feedback, coaching, and continuous professional development (CPD) to enhance individual and team effectiveness.</li><li>Resource Allocation: Efficiently deploy resources within a designated budget to meet service demand, ensuring that the team’s workload is appropriately prioritized and managed. Maximize the use of team skills to maintain a high-quality service provision.</li><li>Service Improvement: Work alongside the Operations Manager to improve service delivery by contributing to the development of adult social care provision and policy. Implement new ways of working in response to local and national initiatives, performance indicators, and audits.</li><li>Support and Development: Share good practice with colleagues, particularly newly qualified staff and students, and foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.</li><li>Business Continuity: Provide cover in the absence of the Operations Manager and for other Team Managers to maintain service delivery and business continuity.</li><li>Safeguarding &amp; Welfare: Ensure that all duties are carried out in a way that ensures the safeguarding and welfare of people are upheld.</li></ul>What We’re Looking For:<ul><li>Proven experience in a leadership or team management role within adult social care.</li><li>In-depth knowledge of adult social care policies including safeguarding.</li><li>Strong ability to manage resources effectively within a designated budget.</li><li>Excellent communication, interpersonal, and coaching skills.</li><li>A commitment to promoting best practice, professional development, and creating a strengths-based approach to supporting people.</li><li>Ability to motivate and inspire others, while also ensuring high-quality service provision.</li><li>A flexible and proactive approach to change, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.</li></ul>In return we will offer you: <ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li></ul>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role. You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.Our organisation:Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.Important Information-Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileEqual Opportunities Commitment StatementMedway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.<ul></ul>

Medway Council

This is Medway

Team Manager Long Term Care and Support

Medway Council’s Planning Service is seeking one Tree Officer to join the Specialist Team.This dynamic team is responsible for providing specialist advice and support to the Planning Service. You will play a key role in helping shape and deliver the council’s approach to managing and enhancing the Medway Town’s urban forest, which is vital in creating a sustainable green environment for all.Reporting to the Senior Tree Officer, you will have responsibility for assessing and determining tree work applications; making, modifying and reviewing Tree Preservation Orders; and providing comments on planning applications, as well as planning conditions. When necessary, you will gather evidence and take appropriate enforcement action where unauthorised works to protected trees have occurred. If submitted, you will consider formal high hedge complaints.You will also provide advice to a range of internal and external customers and will work with others within the Specialist Team and the Planning Service to deliver the objectives and targets contained within the relevant corporate and service plans, including the council’s Climate Change Action Plan.You will have a sound knowledge and understanding of modern arboricultural practices and associated legislation, excellent organisational skills; a good knowledge of GIS systems and will preferably have some relevant Local Authority experience in a similar role. We are looking for a positive, energetic, and conscientious person, with a desire to solve problems and a passion for good customer service, who can communicate clearly and effectively with a range of clients including members of the public, council colleagues, councillors, and the private sector.You will be expected to undertake unaccompanied site visits. Possession of a valid full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes is an essential requirement.The Planning Team are seeking a Tree Officer to join the team at level B. This level attracts a salary that is mid-point of the range. You will have related experience and be able to demonstrate applied and developed knowledge, experience and skills to be effective in this role. All elements of level A and B listed within the person specification are essential. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs. If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please e-mail Lisa Maryott on <a href="mailto:lisa.maryott@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">lisa.maryott@medway.gov.uk</a>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C. When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached. The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview. Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A. Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileFor further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Tree Officer

We're recruiting a Mental Health Worker who will be tasked with triaging identifiable and contributory needs to mental health presentations, developing suitable intervention and signposting plans primarily for adults to help reduce the impact of mental health and impoverished functioning upon parental capacity. With an overarching objective being to improve parental wellbeing factors and capacity to provide safe and responsive care to children, which in turn supports harm and/or impairment reduction for children thereby improving their attainable outcomes. You will need to bring the knowledge you have developed around how childhood and adult based trauma (including domestic abuse), personality disorder and other psychiatric diagnosis, substance misuse and learning difficulty or disability, neurodiversity, family systems, communities/environments may intersect with observable adult functioning and mental health presentation concern. Given, this consideration expertise will be essential in the development of more individualised and accessible change interventions and/or treatment plans.As the Mental Health Worker, you will act as the conduit between parents or young people and mental health treatment providers (i.e. General Practitioners, Community Mental Health and Crisis Teams, Talking Therapy Services, Community Adolescent Mental Health Services/NELFT), plus alternative service providers (Kent MIND, MEGAN, etc). You will help parents or carers who refuse or face significant barriers to engaging with services to overcome their own barriers, develop insight, contemplate change and find ways to increase their own motivation and priority to be part of a solution. <h4>In return we offer you:</h4><ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li><li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a></li></ul><h4>Career Progression Framework</h4>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C. When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached. The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview. Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A. Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. The Multi-Disciplinary Team are seeking a Mental Health Worker to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.<h4>Our organisation</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively. Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<h4>Important Information</h4>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement </h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Mental Health Worker-Specialist Assessment Team

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOBTo learn and develop the skills to:- assist in the successful running of Medway Council sports centres for the benefit of customers - provide excellent customer service including face-to-face and over the telephone, ensuring all customer complaints and comments are noted and passed to a supervising member of staff.- assist sports centre staff in ensuring customers participate in a clean and safe environment.- assist sports participation team in the successful delivery of sporting events- assist sports centre staff in delivery of fitness sessions, swim lessons and sports coaching sessionsA Medway Council Apprenticeship will give you the opportunity to earn a salary and gain a qualification whilst gathering invaluable workplace skills and experience.An opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Sports Officer Apprentice to join the Sport and Leisure team within the SLTH Service. This is a great chance to gain the Leisure Team Member Level 2 Apprenticeship whilst working for the Sport and Leisure team that provide manage the leisure centres on behalf of the councilAs part of this role you can expect to undertake the following tasks:<ul><li>Routine cleaning and maintenance</li><li>Lifeguard duties</li><li>Assist with swimming lessons</li><li>Assist with gym inductions and fitness sessions.</li><li>Support sports activity sessions.</li></ul>Ideally you will have good communication and interpersonal skills, combined with competent IT skills, accurate data entry along with a good attention to detail. However we are happy to support you to reach those goals if you are highly motivated and have the desire to learn and succeed.If this sounds like the role for you, then we would encourage you to apply today.Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile. As an Apprentice with Medway Council, you will be a valued member of our Apprenticeship Academy. We will encourage and support you to realise your potential. You will have the opportunity to learn from colleagues who are experts in their field and gain insights that can only come from real world experienceWe will support you every step of the way for you to succeed in your apprenticeship and help you to become the best version of yourself.An openness to review and reflect on your performance and progress is important as well as the willingness to accept feedback that will help you to develop and grow in this role.Medway Council’s Apprenticeship Academy extends to all our Apprentices a guarantee that their apprenticeship qualifications will be regularly monitored and quality assured with the respective training providers. In return we offer you: <ul><li>23 days paid annual leave</li><li>Generous local government pension </li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Free NUS Apprentice Extra Card- student discounts at 100’s of retailers</li><li>Student rates for Medway Council Leisure Centres</li><li>Student rates for Medway Council Libraries plus free e-books</li><li>Discounted Arriva bus travel</li></ul>Important InformationIf you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager call Tina Spry on 01634 338764.Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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