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Internal Opportunity: Senior Procurement Officer (3-Month Secondment) We are seeking an internal applicant to join our Corporate Contracts &amp; Procurement team on a short-term basis. This role is ideal for someone with some experience of tendering procedures in line with the Public Contract Regulations 2015 and the Procurement Act 2023. You will be expected to work with colleagues from across all departments to deliver procurement projects, ensuring compliance, and alignment with corporate objectives. The successful candidate will demonstrate a clear understanding of transparency obligations, including the publication of procurement data and contract awards into the public domain. You will be comfortable navigating the legal and reputational implications of public sector procurement and will ensure that all processes are auditable, compliant, and robust. This is a high-impact role requiring excellent communication skills, sound judgement, and the ability to influence and advise stakeholders at all levels. If you are ready to take ownership of strategic procurement activities and contribute to the council’s efficiency and governance, we welcome your internal application. Primary activities will include: • &nbsp; &nbsp;Leading tender processes • &nbsp; &nbsp;Publishing tender notices and contract notices • &nbsp; &nbsp;Designing processes and evaluation criteria with internal stakeholders • &nbsp; &nbsp;Advising internal stakeholders on procurement routes • &nbsp; &nbsp;Establishing clear audit trails for procurement
For more information on this role please contact Mhairi Richards on <a href="mailto:Mhairi.Richards@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk" target="_blank">Mhairi.Richards@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk</a>
The closing date for the receipt of all applications is midnight on 30th July 2025.

Folkestone & Hythe District Council

Internal Vacancy - Senior Procurement Officer (3-Month Secondment)

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Recognised by Best Companies as an outstanding organisation to work for, we have a focus on staff engagement, health &amp; wellbeing and development. We offer a benefits package that includes corporate membership and reward schemes, an Employee Assistance Programme and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. &nbsp; Our Offices and Customer Access Point are in the heart of Folkestone, with easy access to transport links, local shops, entertainment facilities and the seafront. In addition, we have a flexible working culture and support remote working where possible. We are looking for a Customer Support Officer to work with an empowered and multi-skilled team, where you will provide a professional and efficient first point of contact for a range of council services across all access channels – whether online, through web chat, over the telephone or in person at our Customer Access Point, this is a role full of variety, that has a real impact on all of our service users.&nbsp; Further information regarding the details of this area can be found in the job description. You will process enquiries and applications using technical knowledge, business rules, statutory guidance, policies and internal procedures. Additionally, you will be skilled in providing advice and guidance to customers, to signpost to third party agencies where appropriate and to support and enable customers to transact online. You will need to have some recent and relevant experience in a customer service environment and be a competent and confident user of IT. &nbsp; But above all else, if you’ve got the ability to work on your own initiative as well as part of a busy cross functional team, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and are passionate about putting our customers first, then we want to hear from you. &nbsp; For an informal discussion about this role, please contact <a href="mailto:Rebecca.Edwards@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk" target="_blank">Rebecca.Edwards@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk</a> The closing date is 6th August 2025 at midday. Interview dates are to be confirmed.&nbsp;

Customer Service Officer

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We are currently looking for a number of experienced Lifeguards to join our team at Hythe Pool to undertake a range of different shifts on a casual basis.
If you’re a qualified Lifeguard (RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification), a team player with excellent customer service skills, have a proactive attitude and are passionate about health &amp; fitness then we want to hear from you! Being flexible and adaptable to cover shifts on a rolling shift pattern is essential.
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity please contact Sharon Punter (Hythe Pool Manager) on 01303 859177 or email <a href="mailto:sharon.punter@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk" target="_blank">sharon.punter@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk</a>
Applications will be considered as they are submitted. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once enough suitable applications are received.

Casual Lifeguards (Leisure Attendant)

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Recognised by Best Companies as an outstanding organisation to work for, we have a real focus on health &amp; wellbeing and staff development, and an excellent benefits package that includes corporate membership, discount and salary sacrifice schemes, up to 31 days holiday and Christmas closure, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, and much, much more. Our offices are based in the heart of Folkestone, with easy access to transport links, local shops, entertainment facilities and the seafront. In addition, we have an agile working culture that supports and encourages flexible and remote/home working. This role focuses on the delivery of statutory food safety and health and safety in the workplace functions. The role of the Environmental Health team is to protect and enhance public health and the environment as required by statute and the policies of Central Government and the Council. This includes taking appropriate enforcement action as required. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role helping us deliver our goals; making a difference to our community. In order to be successful you will need to be an experienced Environmental Health Officer with registration to the Environmental Health Registration Board (EHRB) and/or the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health Professional Registers.&nbsp;
You’ll also have the ability to organise and prioritise work effectively in order to meet deadlines and maintain high quality of services at all times. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships within the team and the wider organisation are essential.
Above all else, if you’re a team player with the flexibility, initiative and drive to not only contribute to the success of our dedicated Environmental Health team but to the council as a whole, then we want to hear from you. This role will require travelling throughout the district and visiting premises at evenings and weekends.&nbsp;
We have a hybrid working approach with an expectation that you will work from the Civic Centre in Folkestone at least one day per week.&nbsp; For an informal discussion about this role please contact Nicola Wilson (Environmental Health &amp; Licensing Manager) on 01303 853262 or email <a href="mailto:nicola.wilson@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk" target="_blank">nicola.wilson@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; This is a 2 year fixed term post. The closing date for all completed applications is 12pm on 11th August 2025. Interviews to be held from 26th - 29th August 2025.&nbsp;

Environmental Health Officer - Fixed Term

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/8949/JDPS_-_Systems___Transactions_Team_Leader.pdf" target="_blank">JDPS_-_Systems___Transactions_Team_Leader</a></li>
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Join Our Finance Team as a Systems &amp; Transactions Team Leader!
Are you a detail-oriented finance professional with a talent for systems management and team leadership? Folkestone &amp; Hythe District Council is looking for a dynamic Systems &amp; Transactions Team Leader to join our Finance team. This is your opportunity to play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficiency and accuracy of our financial transactions and systems team.
As the Systems &amp; Transactions Team Leader, you will:
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<li>- Lead and manage a team of Systems Support and Finance Officers, ensuring efficient and accurate processing of financial transactions.</li>
<li>- Play a key role in the implementation and maintenance of our new finance system.</li>
<li>- Run standardised financial system reports as required.</li>
<li>- Process interface files and reconcile opening and closing balances.</li>
<li>- Ensure the integrity of financial data.</li>
<li>- Assist with month-end and year-end procedures, and maintain the financial chart of accounts.</li>
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What We're Looking For:
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<li>Qualifications: A-C Maths and English GCSE or equivalent experience. Minimum AAT Part Qualified Accountant.</li>
<li>Experience: At least 2 years of recent and relevant experience in a financial environment, with knowledge of electronic payments systems and financial administration.</li>
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What We Offer:
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<li>Flexible Working: Support for agile and hybrid working.</li>
<li>Generous Leave: Up to 31 days of holiday plus bank holidays, flexi-time, birthday leave, and Christmas office closure.</li>
<li>Pension Scheme: Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.</li>
<li>Family-Friendly Initiatives: A range of support for your family needs.</li>
<li>Health &amp; Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme and various health initiatives.</li>
<li>Additional Perks: Discounts on shopping, entertainment, gym memberships, and more.</li>
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Closing date for receipt of all completed applications is&nbsp;11:59pm on 31st July 2025
Interviews will be held in August, dates to be confirmed.
For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Jo Robinson – Corporate Debt and Business Rates Manager: Email: <a href="mailto:Jo.Robinson@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jo.Robinson@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk</a>, Tel: 01303 853350

Systems and Transactions Team Leader

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We are currently looking for a number of experienced Swimming Instructors to join our successful swim school team at Hythe Pool.
Are you interested in motivating and teaching a wide range of age and ability from non-swimmer to pre-competitive swimmers in a group format?&nbsp;
If you hold a nationally recognised teaching qualification (minimum of Level 2 in swimming ASA / STA approved), are a team player with excellent customer service skills then we want to hear from you!
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity please contact Sharon Punter (Hythe Pool Manager) on 01303 269177 or email <a href="mailto:sharon.punter@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk" target="_blank">sharon.punter@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk</a>
Applications will be considered as they are submitted. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once enough suitable applications are received.

Swimming Instructors

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Recognised by Best Companies as an outstanding organisation to work for, we have a real focus on health &amp; wellbeing and staff development, and an excellent benefits package that includes corporate membership, discount and salary sacrifice schemes, up to 31 days holiday, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, and much, much more. For this role, we will also pay a uniform allowance!
We are currently looking for 2 experienced, qualified Lifeguards to join our team at Hythe Swimming Pool to undertake a range of different shifts on a rolling rota. We are seeking proactive individuals that are team players with excellent customer service skills.
These are permanent positions of either 18.5 or 37 hours per week (depending on your availability) and therefore not suitable for those looking for a Casual / Zero hour contract.
If you would like more information on this exciting opportunity please contact Sharon Punter (Assistant Manager – Hythe) on 01303 269177 or email <a href="mailto:sharon.punter@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk" target="_blank">sharon.punter@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk</a>
Applications will be considered as they are submitted. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once enough suitable applications are received.

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