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About us at Hounslow
We’d love you to join us at the London Borough of Hounslow! Our people are deeply committed to providing excellent services to our residents, doing all we can to make lives as good as they can be.
We are an outstanding council, serving an outstanding borough. With brilliant, visionary leadership, a dynamic Cabinet and a can-do culture, we’ve built strong partnerships which have transformed how we serve one of London’s most diverse boroughs. Hounslow is the world in one place and full of potential.&nbsp; We are stepping up for our residents like never before.
About our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We live by five core values: Lead with Heart, Do New, Pass on the Power, Harness the Mix and Be a Rock.&nbsp; All our work has equality, diversity and inclusion at its very heart, best articulated in “Harness the Mix”.&nbsp; It's about breaking down barriers between our parts and people and unlocking the problem-solving power of our amazing mix of minds. We serve a diverse community, we have a diverse workforce and we are committed to being an inclusive employer.
We work hard to create representation across our workforce and leadership community, we have thriving employee network groups and our learning and development programmes help us lead, model and breathe ways of working that eliminate inequality, inequity, injustice and bias.
As part of this and under our commitments as a Disability Confident Employer, we make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates.&nbsp; There’s space for you to tell us what you need within our application form.
Our Benefits
If you join us, you’ll have access to a range of employee benefits. Read more about these here - <a href="https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/info/20037/working_for_the_council" target="_blank">https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/info/20037/working_for_the_council</a>
About The Role
We are looking for a motivated, creative and committed individual to join the team our Housing Advice Team. You should have a keen interest in helping families and individuals at risk of homelessness to find solutions and with a focus on remaining in their current home.&nbsp; You must have experience of having worked within a statutory homelessness prevention service.
The successful candidate will have detailed knowledge and experience of working with the Housing Act 1996 and Homelessness Reduction Act (HRA) and a proven track record of preventing homelessness, providing detailed housing advice to residents with housing issues and be able to empathise with the with clients facing the homelessness and understand the Council’s legal duties to those clients.
In addition to the above, you must be able to demonstrate your experience of managing complex cases, providing support to more junior staff, working within a busy environment and work to tight deadlines.
Your ability to communicate clearly and effectively to a wide variety of people and to be able to communicate clear concise advice both in written and verbally is crucial.
About The Team You’ll Be Working In
This is an exciting and busy role that is at the centre of the Councils response to homelessness. The service is aims to developing and progressing our agenda to reduce assess, identify housing needs and look for solutions to prevent homelessness.
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<li>You will prevent homelessness by providing housing advice and assistance to people facing homelessness and carrying out homelessness prevention work.</li>
<li>You will provide customers with housing prevention advice supporting them to sustain their current accommodation or support them to secure alternative accommodation through the provision of personal housing plans.</li>
<li>You will be able to issue good quality notification letters such as 184 decisions in line with the council’s duty Housing Act 1997 and the HRA 2017 and in a timely manner.</li>
<li>You will work jointly with other services and partners to prevent homelessness and lead, attend and manage multi professional meetings when appropriate.</li>
<li>You will enable the delivery of a more efficient and effective homeless prevention and assessment service and assist in the development of policies and procedures.</li>
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About You
The Ideal Candidate
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<li>You will have knowledge of the legislative frameworks and statutory requirements relating to the Housing Solutions Service and knowledge of relevant legislation especially the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, Part VII of the Housing Act 1996 and the Homelessness code of Guidance.</li>
<li>You will have a good understanding of the Safeguarding in relation our vulnerable residents and the how to with external and internal partners to support them.</li>
<li>You will demonstrate an understanding of current issues affecting social housing and private housing provision, and of range of housing options and homelessness prevention approaches.</li>
<li>You will have experience of managing a varied caseload effectively ensuring that your cases are up to date.</li>
<li>You will have written and verbal communication skills, with ability to provide negotiation and the ability to work collaboratively with other services and partners.</li>
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If the points below resonate with you, we’d love you to put in an application: 
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<li>Are you passionate about customer services?</li>
<li>Are you an experienced homelessness professional?</li>
<li>Are you looking to working in a forward thinking and progressive housing department?</li>
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Read more about the work you’ll be doing in the Role Profile.
Essential for the role 
Basic DBS check is required for the role.
When Interviews Will Be Held And Who To Contact
The key information you need about the role should be in the Role Profile, but if you have any further questions about the role, please contact:
Email: <a href="mailto:Kojo.Awuku@hounslow.gov.uk" target="_blank">Kojo.Awuku@hounslow.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; 
Interviews for this job will be held during July 2025.
Closing date – 3rd July 2025

London Borough of Hounslow

Housing Solutions and Independence Officer

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Internal Applicants Only
We are currently seeking a dynamic and customer focused individual to play a central role in delivering specialist welfare support. You will need to have a detailed knowledge of current and impending welfare provision and related legislation, fully understanding the implications of reforms such as Universal Credit and the impact this has on customers and the Council in order to both accurately advise on and process claims and support staff knowledge development.
You will be able to operate on your own initiative while working as part of a wider team, be proactive and committed to service development, and have excellent analytical and research skills. But above else, if you have the ability to apply complex legislation to specific cases, and the interpersonal skills to communicate this effectively to a range of customers, then we want to hear from you.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Folkestone & Hythe District Council

Welfare Officer (Internal Applicants Only)

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There has never been a more exciting time to join Wirral Council. We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.
We're looking to appoint a Response Counselling Manager, who will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Response Counselling Team and the Drop-In services at Pilgrim Street.
About the Role:
As the Response Counselling Manager, you will provide clinical supervision, ensuring the delivery of high-quality mental health services, and supporting the professional development of your team. You will play a key role in the strategic growth and enhancement of our services, ensuring we continue to meet the needs of the young people we serve. You will oversee the coordination of counselling and drop-in services, ensuring seamless support for young people accessing our services.
This role is a key contributor to the strategic planning and development of the Response Counselling and Drop-In services, identifying opportunities for growth and improvement. You will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal and regulatory standards is met, maintaining a safe and confidential environment for safeguarding young people.
About the Candidate:
You will hold a relevant qualification in counselling at level 5 or above with proven experience in managing mental health services, preferably with a focus on youth counselling or similar settings. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker and have strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and support a diverse team.
You will have extensive experience in providing clinical supervision and working with moderate to severe mental health cases. Therefore, you’ll have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with young people, staff, and external stakeholders.
This post requires a DBS check. The Safer Recruitment &amp; Employment Policy and the Disclosures for Recruitment Procedure can be found at : <a href="https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment" target="_blank">https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment</a>
If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, and as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
If you are a Wirral resident, are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team on <a href="mailto:info@involvenorthwest.org.uk" target="_blank">info@involvenorthwest.org.uk</a> or contact 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.
Working at Wirral
You’ll also want to know what it’s like to work here so, as a start:
Our values are more than just pieces of paper on our walls! We’ve all played a role in developing these, so they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do, what matters to us, what inspires us and inform how we think, approach things and behave.
We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff wellbeing is a priority for us. We’re serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You’ll benefit from our track record of developing, growing and investing in our people.
We have a range of staff benefits including staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme which includes a generous employer contribution rate, immediate life cover and ill-health protection. We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays.
We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities.
Each voice is heard, each contribution valued. We embrace diversity in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions differences and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.
We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. If you’d like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier-free and as accessible as possible please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies.
It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances.
Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications.
Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration.&nbsp; Forms received via the post will not be processed.
All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the Jobs page.
The job description and other supporting documents will not be accessible once the vacancy closing date has passed so if a copy is required you should download it now.
We do not accept applications or CV’s from recruitment agencies, unless otherwise stated. Therefore, any candidates submitted via a recruitment agency will not be considered for this role.

Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council

Response Counselling Manager

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Hours: 
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<li>Blackpool - The group meets every month on a Thursday, usually the third Thursday.</li>
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Our Living with Secondary Breast Cancer groups meet 11am to 1pm, with a slightly longer meeting each quarter (11am to 1.30pm) when an expert speaker presents on a relevant topic.
Our groups are usually held in hospitality or community venues in the town or city centre.
Pay: We offer flat fees for work undertaken delivering our services as listed below:
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<li>£135 for facilitating a 2 hour group session</li>
<li>£155 for facilitating a quarterly 2.5 hour speaker session</li>
<li>£16 admin fee per session</li>
<li>Additional fees for attending training and meetings or facilitating a larger annual information event.</li>
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We do not provide expenses or any fee for travel time or costs. However, we do reimburse car parking costs, if applicable, at the venue the group is held.
The role
We’re currently looking for experienced facilitators with a counselling qualification (minimum Level 4 diploma) to deliver our Living with Secondary Breast Cancer (LWSBC) group in the Northwest, Blackpool.
Our LWSBC groups offer support and information to anyone living with a diagnosis of secondary (metastatic) breast cancer. The groups offer a safe space where people can come to talk freely and share experiences and mutual support with others who understand, away from friends and family. They’re not therapeutic support groups in the traditional sense but are delivered in accordance with our UK-Wide service model, developed and tested for over 10 years.
The group will meet monthly at 11am – 1pm with a slightly longer group each quarter (11am – 1.30pm) when an expert speaker presents on a relevant topic.
You’ll be responsible for facilitating the groups, drawing upon your therapeutic skills as required. Ensuring all attendees are given time to share and supported to take part in discussion, including around challenging topics affecting this patient group such as end of life. You’ll work independently in your region, with sole responsibility for facilitating each group, liaising with venue staff as required. You’ll act as an ambassador for Breast Cancer Now, promoting our charitable aims and building professional relationships with healthcare professionals who attend.
This is offered as a contract for services position and as such the appointed contractor would not be an employee of Breast Cancer Now but a self-employed individual. We require all contractors to adhere to and follow Breast Cancer Now applicable policies and procedures and to undertake some mandatory training in core subjects such as data protection and cyber security. A satisfactory criminal record check will be required.
About you
You’ll have a counselling qualification and experience of facilitating groups, preferably ongoing support groups for people affected by cancer or a life-limiting long-term condition, or other vulnerable/sensitive group. You’ll have a warm and approachable manner, able to communicate sensitively with people facing difficult challenges. You’ll be confident using your own initiative and dealing with unforeseen challenges when working alone and be able to travel to facilitate the group in person from your home address.
About us
We’re Breast Cancer Now, the research and support charity. We’re the place to turn to for anything and everything to do with breast cancer. However you’re experiencing breast cancer, we’re here.&nbsp;
The brightest minds in breast cancer research are here. Making life-saving research happen in labs across the UK and Ireland. Support services, trustworthy breast cancer information and specialist nurses are here. Ready to support you whenever you need it. Dedicated campaigners are here. Fighting for the best possible treatment, services and care for anyone affected by breast cancer.
How to apply
Please submit an online application form via the link provided
Closing date: Thursday 11 July 2025 at 09:00a
Interview dates: Wednesday 15 July 2025, online
Observation date (successful candidate): 
The successful candidate will be invited to observe one of the existing LWSBC groups as part of the induction process. Date and location to be confirmed.

Living with Secondary Breast Cancer Group Facilitator (face-to-face services)

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/6203/GRADE_I_-_Social_Worker.pdf" target="_blank">https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/6203/GRADE_I_…</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/6579/CSC_Applicant_Pack_2025.pdf" target="_blank">https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/6579/CSC_Appl…</a></li>
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Please note, we do not accept CV’s (unless specified on the advert).
Please fully complete the online application form.
 



Join Sefton Council as a Senior Social Worker – Make a Real Difference 
Are you an experienced and passionate social worker ready to take the next step in your career? Join Sefton now, you will be part of something exciting and new as we continue our improvement journey.
Sefton Council is looking for a number of dedicated&nbsp;Senior Social Workers&nbsp;to join our dynamic Team Around the Baby (TAB) which was established in June 2024.
TAB is Sefton’s pre- and post-birth assessment and intervention service, working with expectant parents who have lost previous children to care, or where there is a high risk of state intervention at birth. The aim of the team is to keep families together where it is safe to do so, and work intensively in the pre-birth period to achieve permanence for babies from birth.
TAB is an innovative service which has sparked interest from across the region for its creative, tenacious and transformative approach to supporting families, some of whom are facing the most difficult of circumstances.
Applicants must have child protection experience and be highly skilled communicators who are curious and compassionate. This is a uniquely rewarding role and an opportunity to change the course of people’s lives.
Why Choose Sefton Council?&nbsp;
At Sefton Council, we are committed to investing in our people. Our vision is to grow and nurture our own talent, creating a strong and professional workforce dedicated to the well-being of children and families in our communities. Here’s what sets us apart:&nbsp;
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Small Teams, Big Impact: Be a valued member of our close-knit teams.&nbsp;</li>
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Manageable Workload: Maintain work-life balance with manageable responsibilities.&nbsp;</li>
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Strong Supervision and Support: Access regular supervision and professional development.&nbsp;</li>
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Commitment to Excellence: Uphold high standards in supporting and safeguarding children and families.&nbsp;</li>
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What we offer:
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<li>Competitive salary - Grade I: SCP 31–35 £40,476 - £44,711(pay award pending),</li>
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<li>Fantastic terms and conditions; local government pension scheme, enhanced sick pay scheme and family friendly leave with pay, agile/flexible working opportunities and access to occupational health services.</li>
<li>Generous annual leave entitlement of 28 days increasing to 33 days after 5 years continual service in addition to 8 bank holidays.</li>
<li>A&nbsp;£3,000 Golden Hello&nbsp;after successful probation</li>
<li>Opportunities for professional development and career progression</li>
<li>A strong culture of supervision, reflection, and support</li>
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What we’re looking for:
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<li>A qualified social worker with extensive experience in statutory children’s services</li>
<li>SWE registration</li>
<li>A confident, skilled communicator with a strong grasp of legislation, assessment frameworks, and child-centred practice</li>
</ul>
If you're ready to make a lasting impact and grow your career in a supportive and ambitious environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and be part of something meaningful!
We reserve the right to close this advert early if demand is high.
Interview date: week commencing 28th July 2025

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council

Experienced Social Workers -  Team Around The Baby

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You will be working within PBSS who support Direct Payment recipients with their packages. &nbsp;This will involve providing an effective administrative service in the processing of financial activities and information management relating to the Direct Payment recipients. &nbsp;You will be supporting managers and providing management information and reports.You will establish systems and maintain procedures to manage, monitor and report on PBSS finance processes including financial transactions and returns relating to PBSS payroll or Holding Accounts and Payroll services for customers who access the PBSS payroll service.Our benefits You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.What will you be doing? 
You will be using your purchase ledger skills on Sage Line 50; investigating discrepancies and liaising with other teams to achieve a solution.&nbsp;
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<li>Providing payroll oversight and testing payments match budgets.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Inputting bank payments and reconciling transactions.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Managing telephone calls and general office duties.</li>
<li>Developing the role to meet the needs of the service.</li>
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About you You will be able to work effectively to deadlines as part of a team but also under your own initiative.&nbsp;You will have a full range of MS Office skills and experience in developing databases and spreadsheets.A high level of accuracy and attention to detail with a background in accounts, payroll or customer serviceAbout us At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Finance Co-ordinator PBSS Holding Accounts

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Rochford District Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.&nbsp;
It is our policy that if you have not heard back within 3 weeks of the closing date you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.



(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance)&nbsp;
<h4>The OneTeam partnership&nbsp;</h4>
Rochford District Council and Brentwood Borough Council have formed an exciting strategic partnership, and the Corporate Finance Team provide support to both Councils.&nbsp;
<h4>About the role&nbsp;</h4>
An exciting opportunity has arisen in our recently formed Corporate Finance Team for an Accounts Assistant. The successful candidate must have the ability to work effectively under pressure to deliver positive outcomes. The role covers transactional, operational and business support functions to handle the day-to-day finance tasks including journals, purchase orders, data analytics, complete returns, support cash management and reconciliations.&nbsp;
Please view the Job Description and Person Specification below for more information.
<h4>About the candidate&nbsp;</h4>
This opportunity would suit either an individual who has experience within an accounts team or some who is looking to start a career in finance.&nbsp;
<h4>Benefits of working for us&nbsp;</h4>
In return, we offer a generous annual leave entitlement, enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme, access to our employee assistance programme and staff benefits platform with discounts across a range of retailers.
For an informal discussion please contact Sarah Harris – Corporate Manager (Financial Management) on 01277 312500.&nbsp;
Please note – this is a hybrid role, which will require working at both Councils' sites. The successful candidate will be employed by Brentwood Borough Council.&nbsp;

Accounts Assistant

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What You'll Be Doing
As a Unit Support Officer in our Enforcement team, you'll provide vital administrative and financial support that helps keep the borough safe, healthy, and well-managed. Your work will underpin frontline services and help ensure we respond efficiently to the needs of our residents.
Your key responsibilities will include:
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Supporting the Team: Managing correspondence, records, and calendars so daily operations run smoothly.
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Engaging with Customers: Being the first point of contact, offering a professional and friendly service to residents and partners.
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Maintaining Accuracy: Keeping databases up-to-date and producing information that supports service performance.
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Finance Administration: Processing payments, purchase orders and invoices with accuracy and attention to detail.
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Improving Services: Suggesting and implementing improvements that make our processes more effective for everyone.
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You'll play a central role in helping the team stay organised, responsive, and resident-focused. It's a chance to build your skills while making a genuine difference.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who is motivated, reliable, and committed to excellent service. You'll bring:
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Proven experience in providing administrative and financial support, including database management and financial systems.
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Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally and confidently with a wide range of people.
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Excellent organisation, enabling you to juggle multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
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Good IT knowledge, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
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A collaborative mindset, working well with others while also being confident managing your own workload.
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This is more than just a job, it's an opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment, where your contribution is genuinely valued and your development is encouraged.
Ready to Make a Difference? If you're looking for a role where your work supports both your team and your community, we'd love to hear from you! and take the next step toward making Southwark a place we're all proud to call home.
Why Southwark?
Why Southwark? Southwark is a place like no other - dynamic, diverse, and full of opportunity. As the largest local authority social landlord in London, we manage 55,000 homes and support a population that is young, vibrant, and full of potential. Home to over 18,300 businesses - including world-renowned venues and thriving social enterprises - Southwark is proud of its rich cultural offer, excellent healthcare institutions, and universities that attract talent from around the globe.
We are committed to making our borough a fairer and more inclusive place. Our work through Southwark Stands Together reflects our dedication to tackling inequality and injustice head-on. At Southwark, you'll be part of a council that puts people first - where residents and communities are our greatest asset, and where we all work together to make a real difference.

Southwark Council

Unit Support Officer

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Job Title:&nbsp;Deputy Service Manager&nbsp;
Location:&nbsp;In Service based in Croydon, CR0 1EB. You will be required to work across multiple services within the area.&nbsp;
Salary:&nbsp;£30,200
Shift Pattern:&nbsp;37.5 hours per week Monday to Sunday, working across a rota which will include day and night shifts as we provide a 24 hour service. &nbsp;
About the role
We are looking for a Deputy Service Manager to join our team based in Croydon, providing leadership and line management to a team of night staff which is around 10 people in total. You will provide support and supervision sessions at night, and general leadership to the team so they feel empowered to be productive and perform well within their roles. You will further ensure a quality service is delivered in line with our contractual requirements to the residents. You will be responsible for creating a psychologically informed environment (PIE) with person centred support during all hours. You will work closely with the day teams to ensure a smooth handover from the day to night.&nbsp;
This service is a Forensic Mental Health provision for 27 people across 4 sites in Croydon. For your own personal safety, you will require to have access to your own transport as you will need to travel between our 4 sites during the night shift to provide managerial support to the teams. The teams support our residents with person centred support, to empower them to overcome their personal barriers with their mental health, to have greater independence and fulfilled living. The service is responsible for holding various activities, group sessions, and one to one support to enable residents to build their personal skills and experiences to achieve their goals.&nbsp;
The role includes:
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<li>Line Management and Leadership, supporting your team providing advice, guidance and support throughout their employment lifecycle</li>
<li>Support the Service Manager in leading the day to day operational delivery of the service</li>
<li>Risk Management ownership, ensuring processes and policies are followed</li>
<li>Property and Housing Management, ensuring the accommodation meets our requirements, and repairs and maintenance are regularly reported and completed</li>
<li>Financial Management, including petty cash and budget management</li>
<li>Contract management and Internal auditing, admin, and general other duties as required.&nbsp;</li>
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Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
About you
We are seeking a passionate, driven and motivated colleague to lead this service in a trauma informed and inclusive way. Someone who is knowledgeable in the needs of our residents, particularly mental health and can support the team in delivering excellence. You will be driven with passion for what we do, and be able to work flexibly to meet service needs, providing new ideas and opportunities to develop the service further to continue to achieve excellence!
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<li>Experience of working with people who have enduring mental health and complex backgrounds</li>
<li>Previous leadership experience</li>
<li>Ability to motivate and empower a team to achieve service KPI's through direct leadership</li>
<li>Ability to provide advice, support and guidance to a team on all aspects of the service such as resident related enquiries which can include housing, mental health support, signposting</li>
<li>Ability to promote the service externally to enhance reputation in the area and with partner organisations</li>
<li>Willingness and ability to work flexibly to meet service needs</li>
<li>IT Proficiency, including Microsoft Office, and the ability to navigate and learn new case management systems and other types of organisational software</li>
<li>Understanding and/or practical knowledge of the social and societal marginalisation that can be attached to people with mental health issues, addiction, exploitation, homelessness and within the criminal justice system&nbsp;</li>
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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>
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We are committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all our employees. We have a team of ambassadors who are staff volunteers and actively support us in fortifying our organisational value of Inclusivity.&nbsp;
SIG actively encourages applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly lived experience; Naturally, we approach any emerging issues with empathy and sensitivity. As an organisation, 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.&nbsp;
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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Deputy Service Manager (Days and Nights)

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It is our policy that if you have not heard back within 3 weeks of the closing date you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.



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