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Job Title: Fire Safety Inspector (WCA) Starting Salary: £42,672 Watch Commander Development with the opportunity to progress to £46,707 Watch Commander B - per annum (pro rata for part time)&nbsp; Hours: 42.0 Location: Stevenage Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Community Protection<h4>About the team</h4>The Fire Safety Team is a highly skilled and dedicated group of professionals committed to protecting the community by ensuring the highest standards of fire safety across a wide range of complex premises. Serving the residents and businesses of Hertfordshire, the team plays a vital role in safeguarding lives and property through expert risk assessments, thorough inspections, and clear, actionable guidance.With a shared vision of creating safer environments through proactive fire prevention and compliance with legislation, the team is composed of fire safety inspectors, technical advisors, and administrative support staff, all working collaboratively.<h4>About the role</h4>As a Fire Safety Inspector, you will carry out risk-based inspections across all categories of premises, including complex buildings. You will evaluate fire safety plans, provide technical advice to statutory bodies and commercial clients, and ensure consistent and proportionate enforcement of fire safety legislation. Your work will directly support the fire service’s statutory obligations and help reduce risk to the community.Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Inspecting complex premises and assessing fire risks.</li><li>Preparing detailed reports and issuing enforcement or legal notices where necessary.</li><li>Reviewing fire safety measures in regulated or licensed premises.</li><li>Gathering evidence in line with legal requirements and representing the fire authority in court when needed.</li><li>Mentoring and training junior staff and supporting consistent service delivery.</li><li>Conducting research and contributing to strategic projects.</li><li>Advising businesses, the public, and internal teams on fire safety under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.</li></ul>We are looking for a confident, knowledgeable, and experienced fire safety professional who can work independently and as part of a team. You should be comfortable dealing with complex technical matters, mentoring others, and representing the service in formal settings. A strong understanding of fire safety legislation and a commitment to public safety are essential.<h4>About you</h4>Essential Criteria<ul><li>Proven ability to read and interpret detailed plans and architectural drawings.</li><li>Ability to assess and validate complex fire risk assessments.</li><li>Strong communication skills across various levels, including technical discussions.</li><li>Understanding of fire behaviour and development.</li><li>Ability to assess and manage workloads effectively.</li><li>Skilled in writing clear, concise reports and letters for a range of audiences.</li><li>In-depth knowledge of fire safety legislation and guidance for complex premises.</li><li>Completion of Edexcel Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety (Fire Auditors) (QCF) or equivalent.</li><li>Competent in using IT systems including databases, word processing, and spreadsheets.</li><li>Full UK driving licence and willingness to use a personal vehicle for work.</li><li>Flexibility to work outside normal hours when required.</li></ul>Desirable Criteria<ul><li>At least three years’ experience in fire safety inspections across a variety of building types.</li><li>In-depth knowledge of fire service operations and their interaction with fire safety guidance.</li><li>Familiarity with current Hertfordshire County Council IT systems.</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.To hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:kathleen.montgomery@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">kathleen.montgomery@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 30th/31st July 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Hertfordshire County Council

Fire Safety Inspector (WCA)

Job Title: Fire Safety Advisor Starting Salary: Green Book - £37,035 progressing to £40,476/Grey Book - £40,041 Crew Commander Development to progress to £41,767 Crew Commander Competent per annum (pro rata for part time) – pay award pending Hours: Green Book 37/Grey Book 42 Location: Stevenage Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Community Protection<h4>About the team</h4>Join our dedicated team committed to reducing fire risk and ensuring public safety across Hertfordshire. We work collaboratively with businesses, statutory bodies, and the community to uphold fire safety standards and provide expert guidance.<h4>About the role</h4>As a Fire Safety Advisor, you’ll carry out inspections of simple premises to assess fire risks and ensure compliance with safety regulations. You’ll produce clear reports, and provide expert advice to businesses, the public, and internal teams. Your role will also involve reviewing safety measures in licensed premises, supporting legal processes, and contributing to strategic projects that help keep Hertfordshire safe.We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented individual with a passion for public safety and a strong understanding of fire safety principles. You should be confident in communicating technical information and capable of working independently and as part of a team.<h4>About you</h4>Essential Criteria<ul><li>Ability to read and interpret simple plans and architectural drawings.</li><li>Strong communication skills across various levels.</li><li>Proficient in writing clear, concise reports and letters.</li><li>Competent in using IT systems including databases, word processing, and spreadsheets.</li><li>Willingness to use a personal vehicle for work duties.</li><li>Flexibility to work outside normal hours when required.</li><li>Full UK driving licence</li></ul>Desirable Criteria<ul><li>Level 3 Certificate in Fire Safety (Fire Auditors) (QCF) or equivalent.</li><li>Knowledge of fire service operations and their interaction with fire safety guidance.</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Regulatory Services, level REG10 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Regulatory servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:kathleen.montgomery@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">kathleen.montgomery@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Dates: 30th/31st July 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Fire Safety Advisor

About UsNorth Somerset Council’s Community Meals Service are looking for Cooks/Kitchen Assistants for casual hours to cover cook’s duties during periods of &nbsp;leave &nbsp;to reheat pre -prepared meals and make sandwiches to be delivered 7 days a week to vulnerable people.&nbsp; There is a need to cover across two kitchens for North Somerset Council, one in the South of North Somerset (Weston based and cover of surrounding villages) and the North of North Somerset (Clevedon based and cover of surrounding villages).The RoleExperience required within a kitchen environment particularly with cooking and freezer temperatures.&nbsp; Training will be provided by our on-site cooks in the use of the kitchen equipment.&nbsp; You must be willing to train in Environmental Health regulations required in a kitchen environment, including keeping daily recordings of temperatures and in stock control.Sandwiches should be freshly made each day for teas while waiting for ovens to heat.&nbsp; Food is then loaded into insulated boxes for the team of Community Meals drivers to take out for delivery.&nbsp; First deliveries start at 11.30.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;You will be supported by a Team Manager and the Community Meals Business Support Team.Our kitchens operate 7 days a week over 52 weeks except Christmas Day and New Years Day when alternative provision will be provided.&nbsp; The hours will be between 8am and 2pm weekdays, depending on the kitchen, and between 9am &nbsp;and 12pm at weekends.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Cooking of pre-prepared food delivered from manufacturers.</li><li>Preparation of ingredients for sandwiches, salads for evening meals.</li><li>Knowledge of temperatures and storage of food in fridges and freezers.</li><li>Must be experienced in moving around a kitchen as directed by Health and Safety requirements.</li><li>Able to multitask as meals must be prepared ready for drivers to deliver to service users by a specified time.</li><li>Keep a sanitised and orderly kitchen environment.</li><li>Ensure all food and other items are stored properly at correct temperature.</li><li>Monitor stock and place orders when there are shortages.</li></ul>This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.This position is currently based at our Castlewood offices in Worle and Castlewood.. Please be advised that Castlewood office will be closing in 2025. Consultation is currently underway to determine the new location for colleagues based in Castlewood. This will be at Weston-super-Mare or within North Somerset.Work StyleCasual Worker<ul><li>You will be undertaking cooking at either Castlewood (until closure) or Worle, a new kitchen when arranged.</li><li>Attends meetings as and when required</li></ul>About YouNVQ level 2 or equivalent in maths and English to demonstrate numeracy and literacy.Understanding and knowledge of the specific work environmentBe able to perform routine activities (regenerating meals, cleaning rotas) after being shown how to do themPractical work experience and training to achieve food safety hygiene certificate level 2Practical work experience to give an understanding of the processes and practices required or to operate simple catering machineryPolite and courteous with colleagues and the general publicEssential Criteria:<ul><li>NVQ Level 2 in maths and English to demonstrate numeracy and literacy.</li><li>[Practical work experience and training to achieve Food Safety Hygiene certificate level 2.</li><li>[Practical work experience to give an understanding of the processes and practices to operate simple catering machinery.]</li><li>[Understanding and knowledge of the specific work environment.]</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>[Desirable Skill/Experience 1]</li><li>[Desirable Skill/Experience 2]</li></ul>What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.How to ApplyIf you share our&nbsp;vision and valuesand are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact [Christine Ratcliffe Community Teams Manager ], at [<a href="mailto:Christine.Ratcliffe@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">Christine.Ratcliffe@n-somerset.gov.uk</a> ] or [07386 963367Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: TBCPlease note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated.&nbsp; We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave.&nbsp; We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.&nbsp;We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.





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North Somerset Council

Casual Cook

About UsNorth Somerset Council is dedicated to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.The RoleThe Natural Environment Team are responsible for managing North Somerset Council-owned trees and the rights of way network, responding to planning applications and delivering the Council’s Green Infrastructure Strategy.In this role, you will primarily provide responses to planning applications, compile reports (including the completion of Habitat Regulation Assessments), provide planning advice and advise colleagues on the Council’s major projects. You will also monitor the delivery of biodiversity net gain (BNG) on Council-owned land, review BNG monitoring reports and review applications for BNG sites. The council actively supports the ongoing professional development of its ecologists in accordance with CIEEM standards, including the development of experience required for species licencing.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provision of professional ecological advice to the Development Management Planning service via planning application and pre-application consultation responses.</li><li>Completion of Habitat Regulations Assessments for applicable planning applications and consultation with Natural England.</li><li>Review of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) submissions including Habitat Monitoring and Management Plans, BNG Metrics, Biodiversity Gain Plans and monitoring reports.</li><li>Provision of pre-application advice and ecology advice on internal Council projects.</li></ul>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.This position is based at our Town Hall offices in Weston-super-Mare.Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Vocational qualification or experience to level 4 or above relevant to the Ecology and the Natural Environment field.</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of ecological planning issues.</li><li>A good understanding of protected species, particularly bats.</li><li>Experience undertaking Habitat Regulations Assessments.</li><li>A broad working knowledge of wildlife and the relevant legislation and policy in place to protect and enhance it.</li><li>Ability to manage/organise own work.</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Experience undertaking Habitat Regulations Assessments.</li><li>Familiarity with biodiversity net gain.</li><li>Knowledge of the North Somerset and Mendip Bats Special Area of Conservation (SAC) Guidance on Development: Supplementary Planning Document and the associated Habitat Evaluation Protocol (HEP)</li><li>Phase 1 extended ecological surveys &amp; UK Habitat Mapping and Classification.</li><li>Arboricultural surveys.</li><li>Member of CIEEM (or eligible)</li></ul>What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits.</li><li>Flexible working arrangements.</li><li>Opportunities for professional development.</li><li>Staff groups.</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year.</li><li>Dedicated Wellbeing Team.</li><li>Salary sacrifice cycle to work and Electric vehicle schemes.</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.How To ApplyIf you share our&nbsp;vision and values&nbsp;and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact Information:For further information about the role, please contact Esther Coffin-Smith, Natural Environment Manager, at <a href="mailto:esther.coffin-smith@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">esther.coffin-smith@n-somerset.gov.uk</a> or 07385 039453.Important InformationInterview Date: Tuesday 29 July 2025.We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.&nbsp;We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.





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Ecology Officer

About UsNorth Somerset Council is dedicated to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.The RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and experienced Principal Ecologist to join our Natural Environment Team. The Natural Environment Team are responsible for managing North Somerset Council-owned trees and the rights of way network, responding to planning applications and delivering the Council’s Green Infrastructure Strategy.In this role, you will manage a small ecology team with the work area comprising primarily of prioritising responses to planning applications (including BNG), compiling reports (including the completion of Habitat Regulation Assessments), providing planning advice and advising colleagues on the Council’s major projects.&nbsp; You will also support the Natural Environment Manager with the delivery of the Council’s Nature Park initiative and Biodiversity Net Gain on council-owned land. The council actively supports the ongoing professional development of its ecologists in accordance with CIEEM standards, including the development of experience required for species licencing.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Leading on advice for the emerging Local Plan including developing supplementary planning guidance, helping to deliver Biodiversity Net Gain,&nbsp;collaboration on nature recovery networks and the delivery of the Local Nature Recovery Strategy, exploring opportunities for wetland restoration, engaging with&nbsp;colleagues and partners across the West of England and being part of a wide-ranging project to better understand and protect our greater and lesser horseshoe bats and create strategic mitigation habitat.</li><li>Management of the Ecology Team and supporting the delivery of the Natural Environment Team Plan and Green Infrastructure Strategy, with particular emphasis on professional ecological advice to the Development Management Planning service through consultation responses and to applicants through an ecology pre-app service.</li><li>Providing technical support for the most complex cases and be a role model for best practice.</li></ul>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.This position is based at our Town Hall offices in Weston-super-Mare.About YouWe are looking for an individual who is passionate about ecology and who possesses the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Professional vocational qualification or experience to at least level 6 or above, relevant to the Ecology and the Natural Environment field.</li><li>An understanding of ecological planning issues.</li><li>Experience undertaking Habitat Regulations Assessments.</li><li>Phase 1 Extended Ecological surveys &amp; UK Habitat Mapping and Classification.</li><li>A good understanding of protected species, particularly bats.</li><li>A broad working knowledge of wildlife and the relevant legislation and policy in place to protect and enhance it.</li><li>Ability to manage/organise own work and that of colleagues to meet agreed deadlines.</li><li>Member of CIEEM (or eligible)</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Familiarity with biodiversity net gain.</li><li>Knowledge of the North Somerset and Mendip Bats Special Area of Conservation (SAC) Guidance on Development: Supplementary Planning Document and the associated Habitat Evaluation Protocol (HEP)</li><li>Line management/supervision experience.</li><li>Arboricultural surveys.</li></ul>What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits.</li><li>Flexible working arrangements.</li><li>Opportunities for professional development.</li><li>Staff groups.</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year.</li><li>Dedicated Wellbeing Team.</li><li>Salary sacrifice cycle to work and Electric vehicle schemes.</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.How To ApplyIf you share our&nbsp;vision and values&nbsp;and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact Information:For further information about the role, please contact Esther Coffin-Smith, Natural Environment Manager, at <a href="mailto:esther.coffin-smith@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">esther.coffin-smith@n-somerset.gov.uk</a> or 07385 039453.Important InformationInterview Date: Tuesday 29 July 2025.We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.&nbsp;We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.





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Principal Ecologist

Are you a team player, who is self-motivated and passionate about delivering high quality customer service, along with a good eye for detail and commitment to delivering continuous improvement in processes and practices?We are looking for someone like you to join our team! If we are a good fit for you, you will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of regulatory and advisory activities covering including noise, statutory nuisances, foul drainage, environmental protection, pollution prevention &amp; control, air quality, contaminated land and supporting a small team of officers. What will you be doing?<ul><li>Working towards a safe and healthy environment for the residents, workers and visitors of East Herts, through the undertaking of work detailed in the attached Job Description.</li><li>Carrying out a range of proactive inspections and investigations, responding to and actioning requests for service in accordance with council procedures. </li><li>In consultation with the appropriate Senior Environmental Health Practitioner, take appropriate enforcement action (informal warnings, cautions, service of notices, issuing fixed penalty notice, obtaining warrants to enter premises etc) in accordance with council procedures and initiate legal proceedings where necessary. Attend court hearings, committee meetings and public meetings to provide expert advice.</li><li>Provide appropriate specialist knowledge on the environmental health work associated with festivals and large events including working with partner organisations and representing the team at the Safety Advisory Group as needed.</li></ul>About youAs an ideal candidate, you will have:<ul><li>a relevant qualification or experience within the discipline applied for,</li><li>the ability to deal with challenging situations using tact and discretion,</li><li>excellent organisational skills, with the ability to work without supervision, prioritise work to meet deadlines,</li><li>excellent written skills, with the ability to write schedules of work, summarise accurately and convey complex information,</li><li>detailed knowledge of legislation, codes of practice and associated guidance,</li><li>competency in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and</li><li>excellent communication skills.</li></ul>What can we offer you?<ul><li>A stimulating and supportive work environment.</li><li>Flexible working arrangements, including flexi-time.</li><li>29 days annual leave rising to 34 days with 5 years' local government service.</li><li>Employee well-being programme.</li></ul> How to applyFor an informal discussion about the role and to find out more about East Herts Council's ambition please contact Claire Spendley, Environmental Health Practitioner (Environment Team manager) on 01992 531469. Closing date: 23 July 2025 So, if you’re looking to make a difference in East Hertfordshire as a Senior Technical Officer (Environment), please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by WebRecruit. The services advertised by WebRecruit are those of an Employment Agency.We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, valuing diversity and maintaining a firm commitment to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. We believe that creating inclusive environments leads to stronger collaboration and better outcomes in our work.<ul></ul>

East Hertfordshire District Council

Senior Technical Officer (Environment)

An opportunity for an experienced GIS professional has become available to lead on and support the delivery and development of geographical information systems applications to ensure that the planning service delivers its statutory duties, proactively analyses data, and can find solutions within the department. This motivated and highly professional team is looking for an individual with a passion for detail to support the East Herts’ ‘Be Digital’ agenda by proactively providing digital support and solutions within the planning service. At the forefront of digital innovation the Council has been awarded over £270,000 worth of funding, including over £170,00 from the PropTech Innovation Fund. Some of the key responsibilities include: <ul><li>Managing the GIS and spatial systems in the planning service acting as the systems administrator, with responsibility for what the system can achieve for the service, ensuring that the right spatial tools and data are available across the service. </li><li>Leading on the preparation of the policies map for the District Plan Review. </li><li>Providing expert spatial analysis and data creation to assist in the delivery of the service objectives using creative and appropriate techniques on a range of vector, raster, and flat datasets. </li><li>Contributing towards the development of strategies, procedures, standards, business and continuity plans to ensure the team is able to meet future challenges and customer/ stakeholder expectations with increased service efficiency and effectiveness. </li><li>Providing digital solutions and support to the planning service, including design and technological support for service outputs and processes. </li><li>Leading on the development, implementation, maintenance and management of systems, policies and procedures within the planning service, such as identifying necessary changes to systems or procedures. </li></ul> About you The ideal candidate will have: <ul><li> A degree, or equivalent professional qualification or be qualified by experience. </li><li>A recognised qualification in GIS or relevant training/experience in the use of GIS. </li><li>Experience of supporting customers using technology in a business environment. </li><li>Experience of CADCorp GIS Suite and Geospace is desirable, but experience of another GIS software is essential (ArcGIS, MapInfo etc.). </li><li>Knowledge of Relational Database Management Systems and SQL. </li><li>Knowledge of, or direct experience of the planning system or planning service is desirable. </li></ul>





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Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and Digital Officer

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We have an exciting opportunity available for an Overseas Arrivals Accommodation Co-ordinator to join our Housing Needs and Options Service, here at Wokingham Borough Council. This exciting new post will provide strategic direction for migration in the borough and will be responsible for coordinating a Council wide response to this increasing demand. This post will identify opportunities to prevent and relief homelessness for this cohort by coordinating bids for funding opportunities and effectively managing existing migration budgets to ensure that preventative measures are put into place that deliver quantifiable outcomes in service delivery.
The Role
As the Overseas Arrivals Accommodation Co-ordinator, you will work closely with senior officers in the Housing Needs and Options Service, as well as with other senior officers across the Council in key areas including Housing, Education, Transport and Community Safety. You will also work closely with the Voluntary and Community Sector.&nbsp;
Please note this is a 12-month fixed-term contract.
Your main responsibilities will include:
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<li>Using data and intelligence to forecast migration numbers and future demands on Council services and to produce regular reports to inform the Corporate Leadership Team.</li>
<li>Undertake research to inform policy development and best practice.</li>
<li>Identify and assess potential risks associated with migration pressures, including financial and operational risks.</li>
<li>To manage migration budgets and migration related funding streams, ensuring that allocated budgets deliver preventative measures which lead to cost avoidance and long-term financial sustainability.</li>
<li>Apply project management principles including coordinating project meetings, producing project plans and risk registers; lead on all projects, strategies and policies relating to migration.</li>
<li>Represent the Council in regional forums and partnerships on migration and in discussions with central government bodies, advocating for local needs and ensuring alignment with national policies.</li>
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About You
We are looking for an organised and motivated individual with an in-depth knowledge of migration, the asylum process and homelessness legislation. The ideal candidate will have:
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<li>An ability to collaborate with senior officers, Elected Members, and partners.</li>
<li>Strong research, evaluation, and analytical skills.</li>
<li>A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to inform and influence senior internal and external stakeholders in key decisions.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Programme or project management qualifications or demonstrable experience in supporting projects and/or programmes is highly desirable.</li>
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Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to join an excellent and dynamic team.
Please note, we recommend submitting your application as soon as possible, as this advert may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.
For an Informal discussion, please email Danielle Willmott, Interim Head of Housing Needs and Options - <a href="mailto:danielle.willmott@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">danielle.willmott@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing date of applications: 11.00pm on 13/07/2025
Interview date: Week commencing 14/07/2025&nbsp;
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful.&nbsp; Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Wokingham Borough Council

Overseas Arrivals Accommodation Co-ordinator

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Band G
Full Time Permanent
36 Working Hours –&nbsp; 39 Weeks per Year
Required 01 September 2025
As The Observatory School grows we are adding to a team which has high expectations and sets high standards for both pupils and colleagues. We are now recruiting a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to work alongside our provision by providing Literacy support to our expanding team and pupils.
The role of the HLTA is to complement the professional work of teachers by taking responsibility for agreed learning activities under an agreed system of supervision.
This may involve planning, preparing and delivering learning activities for individuals/groups or short term for whole classes and monitoring pupils and assessing, recording and reporting on pupils¿ achievement, progress and development.
The Governors are looking to appoint a well qualified, highly motivated, enthusiastic and innovative HLTA who will support our growing provision and expanding team across our three school sites - Vyner Campus, Leasowe Campus and Solar Campus (Key Stages 2, 3 and 4).&nbsp;
You will play a key part in this journey by supporting a team of Assistant Headteachers, Heads of School, Executive Headteacher and Governors in the delivery of the schools primary aims and objectives.
Your knowledge, skills and experience are important, but so will be your emotional intelligence and resilience.
Expectations are high, challenges you have never faced before will come from all directions and the expectation will be on you to meet them in line with the vision of school.
The Observatory School is an extraordinary place of work and to meet our team's expectations, you will be an extraordinary individual with a proven track record.
In return we offer the opportunity to work with our area's most extraordinary children, we will say, the area's most resilient, cohesive and supportive staff team and where a working day is never the same as the last.
The school is truly a remarkable place and if you feel you would like to embark on the adventure, please take the opportunity visit the school before application.
This can be arranged by emailing Kate Smith - HR Manager <a href="mailto:recruitment@theobservatoryschool.wirral.sch.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@theobservatoryschool.wirral.sch.uk</a>
Closing date for the vacancy is 11th July 2025 at noon with commencement date of 1st September 2025, although this is negotiable.
Due to high volumes of applications, the school will be operating a rolling interview process whereby candidates may be invited to interview following receipt of their application should the essential criteria be met.
AI is part of emerging technology that is widely being embraced to support new and improved ways of working. Whilst AI has many benefits, we ask that you don’t use AI software to create your application. We’re looking to get to know you, your skills and experience, we’d like to hear this directly from you rather than AI. With this in mind, applications generated through AI may be disqualified.
Fully completed application forms should be accompanied by a letter of application, no longer than two sides of A4 and submitted to <a href="mailto:recruitment@theobservatoryschool.wirral.sch.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@theobservatoryschool.wirral.sch.uk</a>
The school is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of our children and expects the same level of commitment from all staff.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Level CRB check.
All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

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If this role is for you, then Impulse Leisure would welcome your application, and has many benefits to offer.
We are committed to equal opportunities and diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are positive about disability and offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS).
Please APPLY ONLINE via the link provided.
If you require an application form in an alternative format, please contact our Recruitment Team on 01375 375533 ext 520. However, we encourage applicants to apply via the online link - it’s the quickest and easiest application process.



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