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About the BoroughFound in zone 6 with good transport links in and out of London, Kingston is a vibrant and diverse university town which creates the rich sense of community shared across the borough and its Residents. Kingston boasts an idyllic riverside location, good shopping and great restaurants, as well as a mix of modern and historic town centre. Kingston has lots of open parklands and cycle routes that help connect the district town centres into an enjoyable place to live and work.We are passionate about working closely with our residents and vulnerable groups to help them maintain their independence and create a balance between support and independent living.About the Service and TeamAbout the Borough&nbsp;&nbsp;This special place in South West London between the capital and the country has been a Royal borough longer than anywhere else - it is where the first kings of England were crowned.Today it is a vibrant and diverse borough, with a long history and strong cultural and community heritage. Kingston's riverside location, fantastic retail offer, historic market place and church, parks and gardens all make Kingston town centre the vibrant space it is, and each of our district town centres (Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth and Chessington) have something unique to offer.Situated in Zone 6, Kingston is among the best-connected town centres in London – with direct train links from Kingston and Surbiton stations to Clapham Junction and London Waterloo, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and Tramlink.Kingston’s people are innovative and entrepreneurial, and have a strong sense of community pride. The borough has been home to great industry and creativity for many years, reflected in assets such as the Rose Theatre, the International Youth Arts Festival and Kingston University, which boasts more new graduate business start-ups than any other.We have seen tremendous generosity and compassion within our communities, particularly in response to COVID-19, which is a demonstration of Kingston’s key strength. The council offers a strong level of support to vulnerable groups and those who need additional support, which has also increased significantly as a result of the pandemic. Like most places, the average age of our population is rising as more people are living longer, so we are working closely with residents to help them maintain their independence and further improve the cost effectiveness of our service to meet the ongoing rise in demand.Kingston is home to people from diverse and interesting cultures and backgrounds, which helps to create the rich sense of community shared across the borough. In particular, Kingston has a large Sri Lankan Tamil community and is home to more people from Korea than any other part of the UK.About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate <ul><li>The hours for this role will be Thursday evenings 6-8pm and Saturday afternoons 12pm-5pm.</li><li>To work alongside colleagues to provide a vibrant, efficient, friendly, customer focused library service putting the customer at the centre of library service activity.</li><li>To work flexibly undertaking routine tasks such as shelving, issuing and discharging library material. Actively promote the use of self-service to customers, assisting customers to use it and answer customer enquiries and support customers with ICT&nbsp;</li><li>To help promote and support a range of library activities including reading, learning opportunities, digital and online resources and assist with maintaining a high standard of presentation in the library covering stock, information provision and displays</li><li>To work flexibly across branches and provide cover in other libraries as required</li><li>To calculate relevant charges and fees and handle all form of payments from the public ensuring that income is properly accounted for</li><li>To help lead library events and activities including ICT learning and digital inclusion sessions, Book Groups, Baby Rhymetimes, class visits</li><li>To assist with library community engagement events and activities e.g. Neighbourhood Festivals, World Book Night, Summer Reading Challenge, which may involve some evening work and working outside the library building</li></ul>Skills &amp; Qualities<ul><li>Communicate clearly, confidently and appropriately with colleagues and customers using the best methods of communication for the task.</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrate agility and adaptability in mindset and ways of working, demonstrating innovation and creativity</li></ul>Essential experience<ul><li>Good Communication skills</li><li>Good level of English and Maths</li></ul>&nbsp;Desirable experience<ul><li>Customer Service experience desirable but not essential.</li></ul>Minimum / essential requirements&nbsp;-&nbsp;<ul><li>Ability to carry and shelf stock at high and low levels and to move furniture when necessary&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to understand, communicate and interact confidently with customers&nbsp;</li><li>Knowledge, experience of using IT equipment and software</li></ul> Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include:<ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement of 25-32 days, plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade.</li><li>Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li><li>Hybrid working (dependent on the role)</li><li>Flexible and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks</li><li>Learning and development portal offering a range of courses</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Confidential health &amp; wellbeing and counselling support</li></ul>Application ProcessApply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application and check your CV details have been uploaded correctly in the relevant sections.We understand and recognise the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace and are embracing AI where appropriate, to boost our productivity and streamline how we deliver our Council services efficiently; to provide the best possible outcomes for our residents and communities.&nbsp; However, we reserve the right to reject applications where it is apparent that AI-generated content has been used in isolation and without personalised responses. At Kingston&nbsp;we value authenticity and are looking for individuals who can clearly demonstrate their own skills, experience and motivation for the role that they are applying for and embrace and demonstrate our STAR&nbsp;values. Here at Kingston&nbsp;we have core values of Transparency and this is to be demonstrated during the application process and completion of the supporting statement and will be further tested at interview and selection stage for those who progress forward.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;As part of our award winning Diversity Programme we anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. We encourage our interview panels to be as diverse as possible (age, cultural, neurodiverse etc.) to reduce bias where possible. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are in the process of updating our payscales in line with the pay award for NJC, Chief Officers and Chief Executives for April 2025 therefore please take this into account when viewing the salary on this position.We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups.To support our workers and their families we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.We are also proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer all our employees are guaranteed the London Living Wage regardless of their length or type of contract.The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance. Sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.





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Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames

Saturday and Evening Customer Service Assistant (Kingston Library)

About the BoroughFound in zone 6 with good transport links in and out of London, Kingston is a vibrant and diverse university town which creates the rich sense of community shared across the borough and its Residents. Kingston boasts an idyllic riverside location, good shopping and great restaurants, as well as a mix of modern and historic town centre. Kingston has lots of open parklands and cycle routes that help connect the district town centres into an enjoyable place to live and work.We are passionate about working closely with our residents and vulnerable groups to help them maintain their independence and create a balance between support and independent living.About the Service and TeamThis special place in South West London between the capital and the country has been a Royal borough longer than anywhere else - it is where the first kings of England were crowned.Today it is a vibrant and diverse borough, with a long history and strong cultural and community heritage. Kingston's riverside location, fantastic retail offer, historic market place and church, parks and gardens all make Kingston town centre the vibrant space it is, and each of our district town centres (Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth and Chessington) have something unique to offer.Situated in Zone 6, Kingston is among the best-connected town centres in London – with direct train links from Kingston and Surbiton stations to Clapham Junction and London Waterloo, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and Tramlink.Kingston’s people are innovative and entrepreneurial, and have a strong sense of community pride. The borough has been home to great industry and creativity for many years, reflected in assets such as the Rose Theatre, the International Youth Arts Festival and Kingston University, which boasts more new graduate business start-ups than any other.We have seen tremendous generosity and compassion within our communities, particularly in response to COVID-19, which is a demonstration of Kingston’s key strength. The council offers a strong level of support to vulnerable groups and those who need additional support, which has also increased significantly as a result of the pandemic. Like most places, the average age of our population is rising as more people are living longer, so we are working closely with residents to help them maintain their independence and further improve the cost effectiveness of our service to meet the ongoing rise in demand.Kingston is home to people from diverse and interesting cultures and backgrounds, which helps to create the rich sense of community shared across the borough. In particular, Kingston has a large Sri Lankan Tamil community and is home to more people from Korea than any other part of the UK.About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate <ul><li>The hours for this role will be Friday evenings 5-8pm and Saturday afternoons 1-5pm.</li><li>To work alongside colleagues to provide a vibrant, efficient, friendly, customer focused library service putting the customer at the centre of library service activity.</li><li>To work flexibly undertaking routine tasks such as shelving, issuing and discharging library material. Actively promote the use of self-service to customers, assisting customers to use it and answer customer enquiries and support customers with ICT&nbsp;</li><li>To help promote and support a range of library activities including reading, learning opportunities, digital and online resources and assist with maintaining a high standard of presentation in the library covering stock, information provision and displays</li><li>To work flexibly across branches and provide cover in other libraries as required</li><li>To calculate relevant charges and fees and handle all form of payments from the public ensuring that income is properly accounted for</li><li>To help lead library events and activities including ICT learning and digital inclusion sessions, Book Groups, Baby Rhymetimes, class visits</li><li>To assist with library community engagement events and activities e.g. Neighbourhood Festivals, World Book Night, Summer Reading Challenge, which may involve some evening work and working outside the library building</li></ul>Skills &amp; Qualities<ul><li>Communicate clearly, confidently and appropriately with colleagues and customers using the best methods of communication for the task.</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrate agility and adaptability in mindset and ways of working, demonstrating innovation and creativity</li></ul>Essential experience<ul><li>Good Communication skills</li><li>Good level of English and Maths</li></ul>&nbsp;Desirable experience<ul><li>Customer Service experience</li></ul>Minimum / essential requirements&nbsp;-&nbsp;<ul><li>Ability to carry and shelf stock at high and low levels and to move furniture when necessary&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to understand, communicate and interact confidently with customers&nbsp;</li><li>Knowledge, experience of using IT equipment and software</li></ul>About Us&nbsp;&nbsp;You will be part of the Culture and Heritage team within the Council working within the Library Service.&nbsp; We are in the process of great transformation, breaking down silos, working on an exciting programme making the borough a destination place for culture and heritage.&nbsp;&nbsp;Kingston Library Service is continually transforming.&nbsp; We have updated our frontline services and are now changing the way we engage with Kingston residents, communities and partners.&nbsp; We are actively looking to help engage, enable and empower our communities, working collaboratively with partners.&nbsp; Part of this work is the development of the Community Hubs initiative which you will play an active part in.We have a successful digital offer which goes from strength to strength and is recognised within the wider community.&nbsp; It has been acknowledged that culture is critical to health and wellbeing, the local economy and regeneration projects.We have an extensive activities programme for all ages, which you will play a role in supporting, assisting and promoting.&nbsp;&nbsp;We are always looking at new ways of working, new technologies to help support our customers and give an efficient service.&nbsp;Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include:<ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement of 25-32 days, plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade.</li><li>Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li><li>Hybrid working (dependent on the role)</li><li>Flexible and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks</li><li>Learning and development portal offering a range of courses</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Confidential health &amp; wellbeing and counselling support</li></ul>Application ProcessApply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application and check your CV details have been uploaded correctly in the relevant sections.We understand and recognise the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace and are embracing AI where appropriate, to boost our productivity and streamline how we deliver our Council services efficiently; to provide the best possible outcomes for our residents and communities.&nbsp; However, we reserve the right to reject applications where it is apparent that AI-generated content has been used in isolation and without personalised responses. At Kingston&nbsp;we value authenticity and are looking for individuals who can clearly demonstrate their own skills, experience and motivation for the role that they are applying for and embrace and demonstrate our STAR&nbsp;values. Here at Kingston&nbsp;we have core values of Transparency and this is to be demonstrated during the application process and completion of the supporting statement and will be further tested at interview and selection stage for those who progress forward.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;As part of our award winning Diversity Programme we anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. We encourage our interview panels to be as diverse as possible (age, cultural, neurodiverse etc.) to reduce bias where possible. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are in the process of updating our payscales in line with the pay award for NJC, Chief Officers and Chief Executives for April 2025 therefore please take this into account when viewing the salary on this position.We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups.To support our workers and their families we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.We are also proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer all our employees are guaranteed the London Living Wage regardless of their length or type of contract.The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance. Sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.





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Saturday and Evening Customer Service Assistant - Surbiton Library

About the BoroughFound in zone 6 with good transport links in and out of London, Kingston is a vibrant and diverse university town which creates the rich sense of community shared across the borough and its Residents. Kingston boasts an idyllic riverside location, good shopping and great restaurants, as well as a mix of modern and historic town centre. Kingston has lots of open parklands and cycle routes that help connect the district town centres into an enjoyable place to live and work.We are passionate about working closely with our residents and vulnerable groups to help them maintain their independence and create a balance between support and independent living.About the Service and TeamAbout the Borough&nbsp;&nbsp;This special place in South West London between the capital and the country has been a Royal borough longer than anywhere else - it is where the first kings of England were crowned.Today it is a vibrant and diverse borough, with a long history and strong cultural and community heritage. Kingston's riverside location, fantastic retail offer, historic market place and church, parks and gardens all make Kingston town centre the vibrant space it is, and each of our district town centres (Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth and Chessington) have something unique to offer.Situated in Zone 6, Kingston is among the best-connected town centres in London – with direct train links from Kingston and Surbiton stations to Clapham Junction and London Waterloo, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and Tramlink.Kingston’s people are innovative and entrepreneurial, and have a strong sense of community pride. The borough has been home to great industry and creativity for many years, reflected in assets such as the Rose Theatre, the International Youth Arts Festival and Kingston University, which boasts more new graduate business start-ups than any other.We have seen tremendous generosity and compassion within our communities, particularly in response to COVID-19, which is a demonstration of Kingston’s key strength. The council offers a strong level of support to vulnerable groups and those who need additional support, which has also increased significantly as a result of the pandemic. Like most places, the average age of our population is rising as more people are living longer, so we are working closely with residents to help them maintain their independence and further improve the cost effectiveness of our service to meet the ongoing rise in demand.Kingston is home to people from diverse and interesting cultures and backgrounds, which helps to create the rich sense of community shared across the borough. In particular, Kingston has a large Sri Lankan Tamil community and is home to more people from Korea than any other part of the UK.About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate <ul><li>The contracted hours for this role are Monday Evening 5-8pm &amp; Saturday 1-5pm.&nbsp; However, please be aware that due to current service provisions there may be a requirement for these hours to be amalgamated into working a full day Saturday.&nbsp;</li><li>To work alongside colleagues to provide a vibrant, efficient, friendly, customer focused library service putting the customer at the centre of library service activity.</li><li>To work flexibly undertaking routine tasks such as shelving, issuing and discharging library material. Actively promote the use of self-service to customers, assisting customers to use it and answer customer enquiries and support customers with ICT&nbsp;</li><li>To help promote and support a range of library activities including reading, learning opportunities, digital and online resources and assist with maintaining a high standard of presentation in the library covering stock, information provision and displays</li><li>To work flexibly across branches and provide cover in other libraries as required</li><li>To calculate relevant charges and fees and handle all form of payments from the public ensuring that income is properly accounted for</li><li>To help lead library events and activities including ICT learning and digital inclusion sessions, Book Groups, Baby Rhymetimes, class visits</li><li>To assist with library community engagement events and activities e.g. Neighbourhood Festivals, World Book Night, Summer Reading Challenge, which may involve some evening work and working outside the library building</li></ul>Skills &amp; Qualities<ul><li>Communicate clearly, confidently and appropriately with colleagues and customers using the best methods of communication for the task.</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrate agility and adaptability in mindset and ways of working, demonstrating innovation and creativity</li></ul>Essential experience<ul><li>Good Communication skills</li><li>Good level of English and Maths</li></ul>&nbsp;Desirable experience<ul><li>Customer Service experience desirable, but not essential.</li></ul>Minimum / essential requirements -&nbsp;<ul><li>Ability to carry and shelf stock at high and low levels and to move furniture when necessary&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to understand, communicate and interact confidently with customers&nbsp;</li><li>Knowledge, experience of using IT equipment and software</li></ul>Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include:<ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement of 25-32 days, plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade.</li><li>Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li><li>Hybrid working (dependent on the role)</li><li>Flexible and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks</li><li>Learning and development portal offering a range of courses</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Confidential health &amp; wellbeing and counselling support</li></ul>Application ProcessApply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application and check your CV details have been uploaded correctly in the relevant sections.We understand and recognise the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace and are embracing AI where appropriate, to boost our productivity and streamline how we deliver our Council services efficiently; to provide the best possible outcomes for our residents and communities.&nbsp; However, we reserve the right to reject applications where it is apparent that AI-generated content has been used in isolation and without personalised responses. At Kingston&nbsp;we value authenticity and are looking for individuals who can clearly demonstrate their own skills, experience and motivation for the role that they are applying for and embrace and demonstrate our STAR&nbsp;values. Here at Kingston&nbsp;we have core values of Transparency and this is to be demonstrated during the application process and completion of the supporting statement and will be further tested at interview and selection stage for those who progress forward.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;As part of our award winning Diversity Programme we anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. We encourage our interview panels to be as diverse as possible (age, cultural, neurodiverse etc.) to reduce bias where possible. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are in the process of updating our payscales in line with the pay award for NJC, Chief Officers and Chief Executives for April 2025 therefore please take this into account when viewing the salary on this position.We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups.To support our workers and their families we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.We are also proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer all our employees are guaranteed the London Living Wage regardless of their length or type of contract.The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance. Sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.





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Saturday & Evening Customer Service Assistant - New Malden Library

About the BoroughFound in zone 6 with good transport links in and out of London, Kingston is a vibrant and diverse university town which creates the rich sense of community shared across the borough and its Residents. Kingston boasts an idyllic riverside location, good shopping and great restaurants, as well as a mix of modern and historic town centre. Kingston has lots of open parklands and cycle routes that help connect the district town centres into an enjoyable place to live and work.We are passionate about working closely with our residents and vulnerable groups to help them maintain their independence and create a balance between support and independent living.About the Service and TeamAbout the Borough&nbsp;&nbsp;This special place in South West London between the capital and the country has been a Royal borough longer than anywhere else - it is where the first kings of England were crowned.Today it is a vibrant and diverse borough, with a long history and strong cultural and community heritage. Kingston's riverside location, fantastic retail offer, historic market place and church, parks and gardens all make Kingston town centre the vibrant space it is, and each of our district town centres (Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth and Chessington) have something unique to offer.Situated in Zone 6, Kingston is among the best-connected town centres in London – with direct train links from Kingston and Surbiton stations to Clapham Junction and London Waterloo, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and Tramlink.Kingston’s people are innovative and entrepreneurial, and have a strong sense of community pride. The borough has been home to great industry and creativity for many years, reflected in assets such as the Rose Theatre, the International Youth Arts Festival and Kingston University, which boasts more new graduate business start-ups than any other.We have seen tremendous generosity and compassion within our communities, particularly in response to COVID-19, which is a demonstration of Kingston’s key strength. The council offers a strong level of support to vulnerable groups and those who need additional support, which has also increased significantly as a result of the pandemic. Like most places, the average age of our population is rising as more people are living longer, so we are working closely with residents to help them maintain their independence and further improve the cost effectiveness of our service to meet the ongoing rise in demand.Kingston is home to people from diverse and interesting cultures and backgrounds, which helps to create the rich sense of community shared across the borough. In particular, Kingston has a large Sri Lankan Tamil community and is home to more people from Korea than any other part of the UK.About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate <ul><li>The contracted hours for this role are Monday Evening 5-7pm &amp; Saturday 12-5pm, but due to current service requirements your hours may be amalgamated to working Saturdays 9am-5pm.&nbsp;</li><li>To work alongside colleagues to provide a vibrant, efficient, friendly, customer focused library service putting the customer at the centre of library service activity.</li><li>To work flexibly undertaking routine tasks such as shelving, issuing and discharging library material. Actively promote the use of self-service to customers, assisting customers to use it and answer customer enquiries and support customers with ICT&nbsp;</li><li>To help promote and support a range of library activities including reading, learning opportunities, digital and online resources and assist with maintaining a high standard of presentation in the library covering stock, information provision and displays</li><li>To work flexibly across branches and provide cover in other libraries as required</li><li>To calculate relevant charges and fees and handle all form of payments from the public ensuring that income is properly accounted for</li><li>To help lead library events and activities including ICT learning and digital inclusion sessions, Book Groups, Baby Rhymetimes, class visits</li><li>To assist with library community engagement events and activities e.g. Neighbourhood Festivals, World Book Night, Summer Reading Challenge, which may involve some evening work and working outside the library building</li></ul>Skills &amp; Qualities<ul><li>Communicate clearly, confidently and appropriately with colleagues and customers using the best methods of communication for the task.</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrate agility and adaptability in mindset and ways of working, demonstrating innovation and creativity</li></ul>Essential experience<ul><li>Good Communication skills</li><li>Good level of English and Maths</li></ul>&nbsp;Desirable experience<ul><li>Customer Service experience desirable, but not essential.</li></ul>Minimum / essential requirements&nbsp;-&nbsp;<ul><li>Ability to carry and shelf stock at high and low levels and to move furniture when necessary&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to understand, communicate and interact confidently with customers&nbsp;</li><li>Knowledge, experience of using IT equipment and software</li></ul>Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include:<ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement of 25-32 days, plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade.</li><li>Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li><li>Hybrid working (dependent on the role)</li><li>Flexible and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks</li><li>Learning and development portal offering a range of courses</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Confidential health &amp; wellbeing and counselling support</li></ul>Application ProcessApply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application and check your CV details have been uploaded correctly in the relevant sections.We understand and recognise the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace and are embracing AI where appropriate, to boost our productivity and streamline how we deliver our Council services efficiently; to provide the best possible outcomes for our residents and communities.&nbsp; However, we reserve the right to reject applications where it is apparent that AI-generated content has been used in isolation and without personalised responses. At Kingston&nbsp;we value authenticity and are looking for individuals who can clearly demonstrate their own skills, experience and motivation for the role that they are applying for and embrace and demonstrate our STAR&nbsp;values. Here at Kingston&nbsp;we have core values of Transparency and this is to be demonstrated during the application process and completion of the supporting statement and will be further tested at interview and selection stage for those who progress forward.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;As part of our award winning Diversity Programme we anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. We encourage our interview panels to be as diverse as possible (age, cultural, neurodiverse etc.) to reduce bias where possible. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are in the process of updating our payscales in line with the pay award for NJC, Chief Officers and Chief Executives for April 2025 therefore please take this into account when viewing the salary on this position.We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups.To support our workers and their families we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.We are also proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer all our employees are guaranteed the London Living Wage regardless of their length or type of contract.The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance. 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Saturday & Evening Customer Service Assistant - Old Malden Library

<h4> Job Description </h4>Overview London Borough of Harrow has an opening for a Social Worker/Senior Social Worker to join its Children and Young Adults with Disabilities (0-25) Service. This post holder will be an allocated Social Worker to the Children's Team, working with ages of 0-18 years. The work requires knowledge and practice around Children in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), Children Looked After (CLA), and Children who are subject to public care proceedings and, where directed by the Court, children subject to private law proceedings, including Children in Need, children in receipt of care packages and those in residential placements under CLA.Furthermore, you will be responsible for the assessment, planning, monitoring and review functions for all allocated disabled children, young adults and families, as well as implementing suitable care packages for disabled children to promote their welfare. About You The successful candidate will have:<ul><li>A detailed knowledge of the Children Act 1989 and other legislation relating to children plus other statutory regulations, guidance and procedures.</li><li>Working knowledge of all statutory duties and responsibilities relating to children and families, including:<ul><li>Legislation</li><li>Regulations and Standards</li><li>Government Objectives and Initiatives</li><li>National and Common Assessment Framework</li></ul></li><li>Experience of user consultation and participation focusing on the needs of service users and carers.</li><li>Experience including casework responsibility for direct work with children and families within a statutory fieldwork setting(s). Experience in disabilities is advantageous.</li><li>Ability to build empathetic and supportive relationships with children/young people and their families.</li><li>Ability to communicate clearly and directly both verbally and in writing, with the use of interpreters and translators when required.</li><li>Ability to make accurate and timely case recording.</li><li>A recognised professional Social Work qualification (e.g. Degree in Social Work, Dip SW or CQSW or equivalent).</li><li>Registration with Social Work England.</li><li>Ability to travel for business purposes.</li></ul> Related Documents For more information, please refer to the <a href="https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=14081&amp;hashed=-644112665" target="_blank">Role Profile/Selection Criteria</a><h4>About us</h4> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.<h4>Other information</h4> Support for candidates visit:<a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&amp;categoryId=210277" target="_blank">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11" target="_blank">below G11</a> and <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11" target="_blank">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council" target="_blank"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a><h4>Important Note</h4> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice" target="_blank">equality statement</a>. As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. 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Social Worker – Children and Young Adults (0-18), Disabilities Service (CYADS 0-25)

Medway is a Good-rated Local Authority by Ofsted, and we are seeking an experienced Fostering Form F Assessor to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong background and interest in fostering services, particularly in completing robust Form F assessments and supporting the recruitment of foster carers.Experience or knowledge of Private Fostering and the Supported Homes would be advantageous.<h4>About the role</h4>We are looking for a candidate with a sound and through understanding of fostering recruitment and assessment process, and ideally some experience in managing Private Fostering cases and Supported Homes Host. We are looking you to bring an innovative approach to engaging and assessing prospective foster carers, along with a working knowledge of fostering regulations and standards.The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for prospective foster carers, so the ability to deliver a professional and welcoming first impression is essential. You will:<ul><li>Undertake Form F assessments</li><li>Participate in marketing and recruitment events</li><li>Handle initial enquiries and Initial Home visits and registration of interest</li><li>Provide clear, factual information and guidance to prospective carers</li><li>Support individuals in understanding the impact of fostering on their personal circumstances</li><li>You will also be responsible for managing duty enquiries, ensuring timely responses, conducting initial home visits, and supporting the monitoring of applications and Stage 1 and Stage 2 processes. Taking them to panel.</li><li>Facilitating pre panel and post panel trainings and inductions.</li><li>Additional knowledge and experience on Private Fostering and Supported Homes is helpful.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4><ul><li>Qualified Social Worker (CQSW, DipSW or equivalent)</li><li>Registered with Social Work England</li><li>Demonstrable post-qualifying experience working with children and families</li><li>A full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes</li><li>If you are enthusiastic, proactive, and passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people, we would love to hear from you.</li></ul>For an informal discussion, please contact Karen Alemao, Team Manager, via email at <a href="mailto:karen.alemao@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">karen.alemao@medway.gov.uk</a><h5>#MakeItMedway</h5><h4>Our organisation</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<h4>Important Information</h4><ul><li>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</li><li>This post is subject to an Enhanced Children's DBS check.</li></ul><h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Medway Council

This is Medway

Social Worker - Fostering Recruitment and Assessment

<h4>🌟 Join Our Team: Assistant Youth Development Worker</h4>Location: Medway, Kent Contract Type: Fixed Term until March 2026 with the opportunity to extend Hours: Flexible, including evenings and weekends Salary: £29,791 Closing Date: 19th September ‘25Make a Difference in Young LivesMedway Council Youth Service are developing an exciting new Wrap Around Support Project and we are looking for a Assistant Youth Development Worker to join our dedicated team.This innovative project supports young people working with Medway Children’s Services, age 11-18 yrs, helping to reduce risk and vulnerability while promoting personal growth, resilience, and positive engagement with education, home life, and the wider community. Your Role<ul><li>Build trusted relationships with young people to reduce risk and promote stability.</li><li>Deliver tailored support before, during, and after school, including evenings and weekends.</li><li>Strengthen home and educational placements through consistent, meaningful engagement.</li><li>Improve access to out-of-school activities that develop personal, social, and relational skills.</li><li>To make sure the young person voice is heard and they understand at Children matter in Medway.</li></ul>What We’re Looking For<ul><li>Significant experience working with vulnerable young people.</li><li>Knowledge of issues such as gang involvement, criminal/sexual exploitation, and care system challenges.</li><li>Ideally, a Level 2 or 3 youth work qualification (or equivalent)—but we welcome diverse training and experience backgrounds.</li><li>You will hold a full driving licence and have access to a car.</li></ul>Why Medway?Medway is a vibrant and diverse area in the South East of England, offering excellent transport links, green spaces, and a strong sense of community. As a unitary authority, we deliver a wide range of services to over 250,000 residents—and you’ll be part of a team that’s passionate about making a real difference.We Offer<ul><li>A supportive and inclusive working environment</li><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Opportunity to join a pension scheme</li><li>Opportunities for professional development and training</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice and counselling service</li></ul>Apply NowIf you’re committed to empowering young people and want to be part of a transformative new initiative, we’d love to hear from you. To apply and view the full job profile, visit: <a href="https://recruitment.medway.gov.uk/members/modules/job/detail.php?record=601" target="_blank">https://recruitment.medway.gov.uk/members/modules/job/detail.php?record=601 </a> For more information, contact: Sharon McCauley, Team Leader 07773194492Our organisation:Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.Important Information-Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileEqual Opportunities Commitment StatementMedway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Assistant Youth Development Worker (Wrap Around Team) 

Medway Public Health are looking to recruit someone who can lead and develop the Medway Teenage Pregnancy Agenda. They will take a wider determinants approach to develop a Medway Teenage Pregnancy Strategic Action Plan. The evidence-based strategic action plan will aim to equip young people to make well informed choices, reduce unplanned pregnancies in under 18’s and support young parents. They will develop and deliver a group programme for Medway teenage parents, supporting those who are not in regular contact with our Hubs. Over the last 25 years the under-18 conception rate has fallen by over 60% with all councils achieving reductions, but inequalities remain. Teenage pregnancy has been linked to poor health and social outcomes for both the parent and the child, and Medway Council and Medway NHS Providers share key Local Area Agreement targets to reduce teenage pregnancy rates and improve outcomes for teenage parents and their children. With recent announcements from government on the Best Start in Life strategy to Improve support for families from pregnancy through age five; the NHS 10-year plan includes a broader focus on children's health, aiming to halve the gap in healthy life expectancy between the richest and poorest areas and raise the healthiest generation of children ever and Medway’s move to be a Marmot City it will be an exciting time to be in this role.The Job Description will tell you about thus exciting new role. You will be joining an established and highly productive programmes team who understand the benefits of collaborative working across organisational boundaries and disciplines. You will be a key member of the Public Health team and have a critical role in supporting effective communication and stakeholder engagement between members of the Medway Teenage Pregnancy Strategic Action Plan Implementation Group, Young Parents, and the wider communities in Medway.Your role will support and foster strong relationships with members of the multi-agency Medway Teenage Pregnancy Strategy and Implementation Group. A central part of the role will be working with young parents’ groups to ensure action is grounded in the experiences of young parents in Medway. You will have plenty of opportunity to work with the Public Health team to take a life course approach to health.You will use your excellent communication, negotiation, consultation and influencing skills to meet the needs of a wide range of audiences and stakeholders. Fostering strong relationships with members of the multi-agency Medway Teenage Pregnancy Strategic Action Plan Implementation Group.You will use your experience of collaborating to create new solutions to complex problems by promoting innovation and the sharing of ideas, practices, resources, leadership and learning. You will have a critical role in supporting effective communication and stakeholder engagement between members of the Medway Teenage Pregnancy Strategic Action Plan Implementation Group, Young Parents, and the wider communities in Medway.You will use your skills and experience of working with young people to develop and deliver a group programme for Medway teenage parents, supporting those who are not in regular contact with our Hubs. The programme will provide relevant and meaningful group work, play sessions and access to key local services. In the application form you will be asked to provide us with a Personal Statement of why you think you have the knowledge, skills and experience to really succeed at the role. It helps usmake a decision about inviting you to interview if you provide examples that evidence the criteria outlined in the job description.We will be particularly looking out for knowledge and experience in the development and implementation of strategy and action plans; partnership and collaboration skills; experience of research, evaluation and report writing, evidence of improving health for children; partnership working across disciplines; evidence-based practice; and obviously extensive knowledge of teenage pregnancy and young parents. If you would like more information and an informal chat about the role, please contact Sofie Wheeldon – <a href="mailto:sofie.wheeldon@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">sofie.wheeldon@medway.gov.uk</a>The successful post holder will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We are seeking a Senior Public Health Project Officer (Teenage Pregnancy) to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs. Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C. When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached. The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview. Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A. Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileFor further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Senior Public Health Project Officer (Teenage Pregnancy)  

We are currently recruiting a Senior Practitioner to join our 16+ Care Leavers Service. You will support children in care aged 16+ whilst you prepare them for transition to a personal advisor at 18 and into independence.As a senior practitioner in our 16 plus Care Leavers Service you will support the team manager within the team and provide high quality case advice and guidance to colleagues focusing on the wellbeing of children in care and care experienced young people and supporting them on their journey to independence. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to the learning and development of others either through acting as a Practice Assessor for students on placement, or contributing to training activities in a specialist area. You will be able to demonstrate expert and effective practice that reflects a commitment to relationship and strengths-based practice, assessing and managing higher levels of risk, including contextual harm, and working collaboratively with children, young people and their families and carers. As a registered social worker with 3 years’ post qualifying experience, you will be expected to have knowledge of legislation and statutory guidance relevant to working with children and young people and be experienced in child protection, looked after children processes and court work.<h4>Our offer</h4>In addition to the annual salary, we are proud to offer an <a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200257/our_childrens_social_care_staff_benefits" target="_blank">excellent benefits package</a> including:<ul><li><a href="https://medwaysocialcarejobs.jgp.co.uk/children/pay-benefits/" target="_blank">Market Premia Payment</a> of £6,000 per annum (paid in equal monthly instalments).</li><li><a href="https://medwaysocialcarejobs.jgp.co.uk/children/pay-benefits/" target="_blank">Retention Payment</a> of £3,000 per annum (paid annually in April each year).</li><li>Career progression scheme to support your pathway of professional development.</li><li>Essential Car User Allowance with option to transfer to Lease Car after 6 months.</li><li>Excellent local government pension scheme.</li><li>Free car parking.</li><li>Access to a confidential information, advice and counselling service.</li><li>Relocation allowance of up to £8,000.</li></ul>For an informal discussion please contact Debbie Taylor, Service Manager on 01634 337229.<h4>Our organisation</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the Southeast of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<h4>Important Information</h4><ul><li>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile.</li><li>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</li><li>This post is subject to an enhanced Children’s DBS check.</li><li>Candidates must have a valid driving licence for use in the UK and have access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li></ul><h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.





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Senior Practitioner - 16+ Care Leavers Service

Social Worker: Children In Care 16+ TeamX2 Social Workers (HBC7/8)X1 Advanced Social Worker (HBC9)Do you have a passion to make a difference to the lives of children in care?We are interested in hearing from dedicated Social Workers who would like to join our Children in Care Team, working with adolescents including unaccompanied asylum seeking separated children.Our Team:The team is responsible for ensuring that all Children in Care and Care Leavers are supported to achieve positive outcomes and support them in planning to build their lives as young adults ready to leave care and live independently.Your Contributions:As a social worker in the team you will be responsible for care planning for children in care aged predominantly 16 and 17 years of age ensuring they are safe, happy and achieving their aspirations and goals. You will work closely with our partner agencies to deliver high quality care and support to our children and young people.The team works closely alongside the care leaving service with the Personal Advisors, Independent reviewing managers and outreach workers.The team specialises in conducting brief enquiries and age assessments where necessary for those children seeking asylum and age assessment training so experience within this area is desirable not essential, as age assessment training is provided to all social workers within the team.The team focus on those older adolescent children who need specific support in preparing them for independence when they turn 18 years of age and transfer from a Social Worker to a Personal Advisor.Young people transfer from frontline teams at the point of a permanency plan being agreed either within court or via section 20 Southwark judgement for homeless 16/17 year olds alongside unaccompanied asylum seeking children and transferring from within the service from the Children in Care wider team already with a plan of permanency.For the Advanced Social Worker position, we are seeking a candidate who can clearly demonstrate the experience, skills, and professional capabilities required of an Advanced Practitioner. Evidence of meeting these standards will be essential.Hours: 37Our Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development</li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Car leasing schemes</li><li>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme</li></ul>A relevant market supplement amount is included in the advertised salary for each grade as follows:Grade HBC7 - £2,710 Grade HBC8 - £2,710Grade HBC9 - £3,710 Market Supplement's may be subject to early removal should there be rational to do so.Next Steps:Here at Halton we are committed to supporting Social Workers to achieve their aspirations and you will have real opportunities for further promotion and training, as the Council is keen to develop advanced practitioners and also future leaders.Halton offer a nurturing ASYE programme for newly qualified workers through our Social Work Academy. This includes a protected caseload, dedicated time for study, a tailored training package and additional reflective supervisions. You will be allocated an ASYE assessor who works alongside you and your line manager to ensure you are supported throughout your first year in practice and beyond.For experienced workers we offer the opportunity for progression and continued professional development which includes a focus on your development including opportunities to become a practice educator, work with our local universities on delivering course material to student and progression to advanced practitioner. We have strong links to our local Universities and we offer specialist training and membership of Research in Practice. We aim to support you throughout your career whether you want to progress through a specialism, management pathways or teaching.To apply for this post you must be a qualified social worker ideally with post qualifying experience within a statutory children’s social care setting, along with knowledge and understanding of working with children in care and care leavers and our key partners as a corporate parent. Full Social Work Qualification is required. In addition, this post is subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure, a UK driving license and access to a vehicle is required and Social Work England Registration.For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Emma Wright - <a href="mailto:Emma.Wright@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">Emma.Wright@halton.gov.uk</a>.Applications will be continuously reviewed and applicants invited to interview before the advertised end date.At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible.We look forward to receiving your application!





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Halton Borough Council

Halton Borough Council's Plan

Social Worker - Children in Care and Care Leavers 16+

Our Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services. We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’. Our Team:The Facilities Assistant plays a key role within the Stadium Facilities Management team, helping to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for all visitors and staff.This role is customer-focused and involves a wide range of cleaning and support tasks that are essential to the smooth running of the stadium and associated hospitality services. Hours: 12 hours per week Saturday &amp; Sunday 6am – 12pm Your Contributions:As a Facilities Assistant, you will be responsible for carrying out a variety of cleaning duties both inside and outside the stadium, ensuring high standards of hygiene are consistently maintained.This includes;<ul><li>Routine cleaning of public and staff areas, as well as the deep cleaning of specific spaces when required.</li><li>Restocking hygiene products in toilets, changing rooms, and other designated areas, and ensuring that all cleaning materials are stored and used safely, in accordance with COSHH regulations.</li><li>The role involves regular manual handling tasks, such as moving furniture and equipment to enable effective cleaning, and the safe use of various cleaning tools and machinery.</li><li>Provide support to the hospitality department and contribute to the maintenance of on-site vending machines, ensuring they are cleaned in line with manufacturer instructions. </li></ul>Our Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development </li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites </li><li>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme. </li></ul>Next Steps:At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Bruce Reardon <a href="mailto:bruce.reardon@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">bruce.reardon@halton.gov.uk</a>Interviews will take place on WC 8th SeptemberAt Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a> Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!





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Facilities Assistant

Our Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’. Our Team:The Financial Management function supports a wide range of operational departments across the Council. You will be involved in the full range of activities across the annual financial cycle from setting budgets, monitoring the budget outturn position to closing down accounts at financial year-end. You will be well supported from all levels but also given the chance to be creative and innovative to problem solving and improving processes.Your Contributions:Halton Borough Council is seeking to appoint a hardworking, reliable, conscientious Finance &amp; Budget Monitoring Officer to support the Financial Management function.This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to work for a Council that seeks to reward candidates with a competitive salary, generous annual leave allowance and the opportunity to be supported through further professional studies, in particular the AAT professional accountancy qualification, if not already completed.The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 GCSE’s and experience of working in a finance environment. An understanding of local government finance is desirable but not essential. You should have an understanding of monitoring arrangements for income and expenditure budgets and be able to analyse and provide financial information in suitable formats. Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel and the ability to use Word, e-mail and the Internet is preferable. You should possess excellent oral and written communication skills and be confident liaising with other colleagues. The successful candidate should be highly organised and be able to plan and prioritise their own work with minimum supervision. Our Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development </li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites </li><li>Flexible working arrangements </li><li>Car leasing schemes</li></ul>Next Steps:At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Mandy Walsh (Principal Finance Officer) on 0151 511 8828 or <a href="mailto:Mandy.Walsh@Halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">Mandy.Walsh@Halton.gov.uk</a>Interviews will take place on week commencing 22nd September 2025At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible.We look forward to receiving your application!





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Finance and Budget Monitoring Officer

Our Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’. Our Team:The Financial Management function supports a wide range of operational departments across the Council. You will be involved in the full range of activities across the annual financial cycle from setting budgets, monitoring the budget outturn position to closing down accounts at financial year-end. You will be well supported from all levels but also given the chance to be creative and innovative to problem solving and improving processes.22.12 hours per week, working pattern to be discussedYour Contributions:Halton Borough Council is seeking to appoint a talented, forward thinking and conscientious Finance Officer to support the Financial Management function.This is a great opening for the right candidate to work for a Council that seeks to reward candidates with a competitive salary, generous annual leave allowance and the opportunity to be supported through further professional studies, in particular the CIPFA professional accountancy qualification or equivalent.The successful candidate will have AAT membership or a relevant degree qualification and be expected to show an understanding of local government finances through either experience or reading up on the subject matter prior to application and interview. You will be able to demonstrate the various stages that make up the annual finance cycle. You will have excellent report writing skills, be highly organised and able to plan and prioritise your work.Our Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development </li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites </li><li>Flexible working arrangements </li><li>Car leasing schemes</li></ul>Next Steps:At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Mandy Walsh (Principal Finance Officer) on 0151 511 8828Interviews will take place on week commencing 22nd September 2025At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible.We look forward to receiving your application!





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Finance Officer

Job Title: County Events &amp; Courses Coordinator Starting Salary: £27,694 progressing to £31,022 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37.0Core Hours – Monday – Friday however some evening and weekend work required throughout the year.Location: Countywide Base location Hatfield however, the postholder will be required to travel across Hertfordshire as part of this role. Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>For over 40 years Hertfordshire Music Service (HMS) has delivered musical opportunities for young people throughout the county. The service is now one of the largest in the country, with thousands of young people involved in regular musical activities with hundreds of HMS teachers. The HMS 'Musical Voices' vision for 2020-30 aims to ensure all young people in Hertfordshire can discover their own unique musical voice as well as the service becoming a fully inclusive music service. To achieve the aims of the 'Musical Voices' vision, HMS is now continuing on a journey of transformation to ensure the service is best placed to meet the changing needs of the young people in Hertfordshire over the next decade.Working closely with colleagues within the Hertfordshire Music Service Progression team, the County Events &amp; Courses Coordinator plays a pivotal role in ensuring effective planning and delivery of not only our County Youth Music programme, but a range of Hertfordshire Music Service events, including our bi-annual Hertfordshire Schools’ Gala. In addition, the County Events &amp; Courses Coordinator supports the effective delivery of the Hertfordshire Music Service CPD (Continuing Professional Development) programme, as well as termly exam days.<h4>About the role</h4>The postholder will be responsible for:<ul><li>Supporting the planning and delivery of courses, concerts, and events across Hertfordshire and occasionally at national and international venues, including the Royal Albert Hall and foreign tours. Each activity will be designed to provide a safe, inclusive, and enriching experience for children, young people, and their families.</li><li>Coordinating with a wide range of venues — from schools and community centres to theatres and concert halls — to ensure all logistical and operational aspects are planned and executed effectively.</li><li>Undertaking site visits to assess venue suitability, support on-the-ground logistics, and ensure all safeguarding, accessibility, and technical requirements are effectively considered.</li><li>Preparing detailed course schedules and event itineraries, ensuring all stakeholders — including tutors, conductors, and administrative colleagues — have access to accurate and timely information.</li><li>Liaising with course tutors and freelance conductors to confirm availability, share key event details, and ensure alignment on musical and educational objectives.</li><li>Providing families and participants with clear, concise, and timely communications, keeping them informed of all relevant course and concert details, including dates, locations, and expectations.</li><li>Maintaining and regularly update the Hertfordshire Music Service Events Calendar, ensuring internal and external stakeholders have access to accurate and current information.</li><li>Collaborating with the marketing team to support the creation of concert programmes and the promotion of events through appropriate channels, including social media, newsletters, and printed materials.</li><li>Liaising with the instrument team to identify and coordinate equipment needs, ensuring all instruments and technical resources are available and in working order for each course, event, and concert.</li><li>Working closely with the Progression Administrator and other HMS colleagues to ensure all course, event, and concert information is accurately recorded and shared across systems, supporting effective planning, reporting, and evaluation.</li><li>Collaborating with colleagues in the Musical Progression team to identify staffing needs for each event, managing rotas and briefing teams of between 5 and 20 personnel depending on the scale of the event. This includes HMS staff, tutors, freelance conductors, and other support roles.</li><li>Supporting the planning and delivery of CPD training sessions and exam days throughout the academic year, coordinating logistics, venues, and communications to ensure a smooth experience for both staff and participants. This includes approximately 40 CPD sessions annually — a mix of in-person and online — and 2–5 exam days per term, each involving around 15 students.</li><li>You will play a key role in coordinating the annual County Youth Music audition cycle, ensuring that application processes, audition scheduling, venue arrangements, and communications with families and tutors are managed efficiently and transparently.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, as travel across Hertfordshire and occasionally further afield is required.</li><li>Evidence of experience in coordinating complex schedules and logistics, ideally across multiple venues and stakeholders.</li><li>Demonstrable skills in clear and professional communication with customers, colleagues, and external partners.</li><li>Experience of working collaboratively within a team, with the ability to manage rotas, brief colleagues, and respond flexibly to changing needs.</li><li>Strong IT skills, including confident use of Microsoft 365 applications and experience with data or customer management systems</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Experience in planning and delivering events, particularly concerts, training days, or educational programmes.</li><li>Experience working with children and young people, ideally in a music or educational context.</li><li>Understanding of safeguarding and accessibility considerations in event planning.</li><li>Experience supporting audition processes or similar selection activities.</li><li>Knowledge of Hertfordshire Music Service or similar music education organisations.</li><li>Experience or willingness to drive a van, particularly for transporting instruments or event equipment.</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 Business Support Services, level BUS7 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles: Business support servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Sean Law (<a href="mailto:sean.law@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">sean.law@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>)Interview Date: 17th and 18th September 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 Disability Confident employer 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). 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Hertfordshire County Council

County Events & Courses Coordinator

Job Title: Participation Worker Starting Salary: £31,537 progressing to £34,434 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37.0 Location: Countywide Contract Type: Fixed Term - 12 Month Contract Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>This role is dedicated to advocating the voices of children, young people, and families, ensuring their views shape both individual care planning and broader service development. Working within the Participation Team, you will collaborate with children, young people and families in care, care leavers, and those subject to Child in Need (CiN) and Child Protection (CP) plans.<h4>About the role</h4>Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Engagement &amp; Participation: Lead and support the CHICC (Children in Care Council) and other participation groups. Organise and deliver a variety of projects, events, and activities that engage children and young people across the service.</li><li>Consultation &amp; Influence: Use creative and age-appropriate consultation methods to gather views from a diverse range of children and young people. Ensure their voices are heard in statutory review meetings, including CP and CiN, groups, 1-2-1 visits, telephone consultation and events &amp; activities</li><li>Community Building: Develop a representative community of young people, reflecting the diversity (e.g. age, disability, ethnicity, placement type).</li><li>Communication: Create and maintain youth-friendly communication tools, including multimedia content, surveys, and film projects. Produce monthly e-bulletins to keep staff informed and engaged with participation work.Make calls part of auditing in practice week, EHCP (Education and Health Care Plans) feedback calls and any other projects the Participation team have</li><li>Collaboration &amp; Advocacy: Work closely with social workers and other professionals to ensure children and young people’s views are considered in service planning. Attend regional and national events to share best practices and learn from others.</li></ul>ImpactYour work will help shape services provided by HCC and partner organisations (e.g. health, housing, education), ensuring they are informed by the lived experiences of those who use them.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Experience of working with Children, Young People and Families in a group setting.</li><li>Experience of providing high quality services to children, young people and their families.</li><li>Experience of successfully managing project meeting deadlines.</li><li>Demonstrable commitment to diversity and inclusion when working with and obtaining the views of children and families.</li><li>Good written, IT and organisational skills.</li><li>Excellent communication and leadership skills</li><li>Experience of working within a statutory setting with knowledge of the legislation that underpins safeguarding.</li><li>A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Experience of working within social care.</li><li>Experience of Liquid Logic Case Management 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.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC8 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact&nbsp;Brooke Donovan – Team manager <a href="mailto:Brooke.donovan@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Brooke.donovan@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> 07580 744286 or Lauren Penrose – Service Manager <a href="mailto:laurenpenrose@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">laurenpenrose@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> 01438 843 660Interview Date:16th September 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. Secondment This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the&nbsp;Secondment Form&nbsp;as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<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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Participation Worker

Admin options: <a href="index.cfm?fa=jobs.login">Login</a><h4>Finance Business Partner</h4>Location: Castle Point Borough Council Job Title: Finance Business Partner Full Time – 37 hours per week Grade 10 – SCP Range 42-46 - £51,802 to £56,692 paCastle Point Borough Council is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Finance Business Partner to join our Finance &amp; Procurement Service, supporting the Corporate and Customer Directorate.Key Skills and Abilities<ul><li>Strong consulting and negotiation skills, with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities</li><li>Ability to build influential relationships with a broad range of stakeholders</li><li>Skilled in translating complex financial concepts for non-finance audiences</li><li>Proficient in financial modelling, options appraisal and business intelligence tools</li><li>Able to provide robust challenge and support to budget holders and senior managers</li><li>Committed to continuous improvement and service transformation</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>Extensive experience in public sector budgeting and accounting, preferably within a Local Authority</li><li>Proven track record in financial modelling and strategic financial planning</li><li>Experience in managing or supervising staff</li><li>Demonstrated ability to support service transformation and value for money initiatives</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>CCAB or CIMA qualified</li><li>Demonstrates commitment to ongoing professional development</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>27 days annual leave</li><li>FREE gym membership</li><li>Flexible and hybrid working arrangements</li><li>Access to the Council’s Employee Assistance Programme</li></ul>For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact Lance Wosko , Assistant Director, Finance &amp; Procurement - <a href="mailto:LWosko@castlepoint.gov.uk" target="_blank">LWosko@castlepoint.gov.uk</a>.Castle Point Borough Council is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all our employees to share this commitment.Our values: Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, and Customer Focus Castle Point Borough Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. <h4>Related Documents</h4><ul><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/Jobs/PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf">PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf</a> (238kb)</li><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/0000\600/618/Finance Business Partner Job Profile.pdf">Finance Business Partner Job Profile.pdf</a> (165kb)</li></ul>





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Castle Point Borough Council

Finance Business Partner

<h4>The Role</h4>Do you see yourself leading a high-performing team dedicated to supporting care-experienced young people?Can you use your leadership and safeguarding expertise to shape better futures for Southwark’s looked after children and care leavers?Does the idea of working in a strong, values-led service committed to systemic and relationship-based practice inspire you?If yes, we have the perfect role for you!Our Children’s Services is looking for a passionate and dedicated Team Manager to join our amazing Care Leavers &amp; Looked After Children team and help make a difference today.About the Role:As Team Manager, you will provide strategic and operational leadership to a team of caseworkers supporting looked after children and care leavers. In a fast-paced and collaborative environment, your key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Safeguarding and risk management in partnership with professionals across agencies</li><li>Driving best practice to ensure young people feel safe, secure, and supported to thrive in adulthood</li><li>Setting clear standards and expectations of corporate parenting</li><li>Ensuring effective supervision, case oversight, and outcomes-focused planning</li></ul>About You:We’re looking for someone with proven leadership, strong values, and a commitment to high-quality care. You will bring:<ul><li>Substantial experience in a social care leadership role</li><li>Strong supervisory and team development skills</li><li>Expertise in safeguarding and risk management</li><li>Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities</li><li>A passion for young people and improving life outcomes</li><li>The ability to work collaboratively with internal and external partners</li><li>A focus on accountability, progress tracking, and building team capacity</li></ul>About the Team:You’ll join a welcoming and experienced team that’s proud of our impact and culture. Our service was rated “Good” by Ofsted in all areas, with young people describing us as a “special council” that “feels like family.”We’re supported by:<ul><li>Experienced Practitioners with expertise in housing, youth support, substance misuse, EET, and more</li><li>Clinical professionals who promote reflective practice and continuous learning</li><li>Strong, visible leadership and a shared commitment to holding each other to account</li><li>A high support, high challenge ethos where children’s voices drive our practice</li></ul>If you are ready to lead with integrity, purpose and ambition for children’s futures - we encourage you to apply today.For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification located at the bottom of the advert.Contact Information:For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Khalida Khan via email <a href="mailto:atkhalida.khan@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">atkhalida.khan@southwark.gov.uk</a>.Additional Information:This post requires a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) DBS check at Enhanced level.Benefits and more information:In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Staff Benefits</a> page.<h4>Recruitment timetable</h4>Advert close date: 11:59pm on 24th August 2025Shortlisting date/s: w/c 25th August 2025Interview date/s: w/c 1st September 2025The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.#LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2559393&amp;ptId=106999" target="_blank">Team-Manager-JD-and-PS-Oct-2020.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Southwark Council

Team Manager - Care Leavers & Looked After Children

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £42,839 - £46,142 a year plus £5,500 market supplement and £963 essential car user allowance (subject to criteria) Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Permanent&nbsp;The Children with Disabilities (CWD) service offers a comprehensive service to children with significant learning disabilities, physical disabilities and life limiting health conditions. We put children, young people and their families at the heart of everything we do.Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, young people, and families? Do you thrive in complex, dynamic environments and bring experience, dedication, and compassion to your work? If so, we’d love to hear from you.In this pivotal role, you will work closely with children, young people, families, and multidisciplinary teams to provide vital support and protection for those with complex needs and risks. Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Conducting assessments, statutory visits, and parenting evaluations.</li><li>Planning and implementing tailored, multi-agency interventions.</li><li>Mentoring and coaching less experienced team members.</li><li>Collaborating with internal and external partners for joint casework.</li><li>Driving the development of best practices and procedures aligned with Social Work Professional Standards.</li><li>Supporting management in achieving key performance targets.</li></ul>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>To excel in this role, you will bring extensive post-qualification experience in social work, coupled with the ability to make sound professional judgments and effectively manage complex cases with minimal supervision.Your expertise in analysing situations, assessing intervention needs, and anticipating critical issues will be key to delivering impactful support.You should have a comprehensive understanding of legislation and statutory responsibilities within Children and Family Services, as well as a clear grasp of child development, family dynamics, and the unique challenges faced by vulnerable or disabled children.Additionally, your awareness of the effects of social deprivation and your ability to respond with empathy and professionalism will enable you to address the needs of those you support effectively.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<h2>Application process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.<h2>Additional information</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: <ul><li>From 25&nbsp;to 32&nbsp;days’ annual leave:&nbsp;linked to length of service and grade</li><li>Buying annual leave scheme:&nbsp;buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li><li>Career Pathways:&nbsp;step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li><li>Pension scheme:&nbsp;with generous employer contributions of up to&nbsp;20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li><li>Generous relocation package:&nbsp;up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme:&nbsp;a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li><li>Work/life balance:&nbsp;flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</li><li>Training and support:&nbsp;unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li><li>Staff offers:&nbsp;includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li><li>Arriva Travel Club:&nbsp;great value savings on local bus travel</li><li>Friday Funday Socials -&nbsp;One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li></ul><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1457344&amp;ptId=11699" target="_blank">download: Senior Practitioner JD.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1457346&amp;ptId=11699" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Luton Borough Council

Senior Practitioner - Children with Disabilities

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £30,024 - £32,597 a year plus casual essential car user allowance (subject to criteria) Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentAre you passionate about delivering high-quality, customer-focused services within your community? Luton Council is seeking a dedicated Visiting and Inspection Officer to support the Revenues and Benefits teams through a wide range of visits, inspections, and valuation assistance. This role plays a vital part in ensuring that services are delivered efficiently and in line with legislation, local policies, and best practices.You'll be instrumental in helping to maximise income and benefits for some of Luton’s most vulnerable residents, ensuring they receive the support and information they need. If you're committed to making a difference and thrive in a role that combines fieldwork with public service, we’d love to hear from you.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>Do you have a strong sense of public service and the confidence to work independently in the community? We’re seeking a capable and compassionate Visiting and Inspection Officer to join our team. This is a key role requiring excellent communication skills—both written and verbal—to engage effectively with a wide range of customers, including those who may be vulnerable or living with mental, physical, or learning disabilities. You’ll be expected to handle sensitive information with care, in line with policies, legislation, and procedures.The successful candidate will be confident entering unfamiliar environments and able to defuse conflict using recognised techniques and sound judgement. Strong organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines and targets independently are essential.You will be responsible for gathering and recording accurate financial, personal, and statistical data for use by the Authority. Confidence in using computer systems, including databases, Microsoft applications, and mobile IT equipment, is required. A sound understanding of equality principles and lone working procedures is also important for this role, which involves visiting customers in their homes or businesses.This is a public facing role so you’ll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English.Flexibility is key, as occasional out-of-hours work may be necessary—for example, to carry out residency checks. If you're proactive, professional, and committed to supporting your local community, we’d love to hear from you.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority. On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1598700&amp;ptId=11701" target="_blank">download: Visiting and Inspection Officer JD.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1598701&amp;ptId=11701" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Visiting and Inspection Officer

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £37,938 - £40,476 a year plus £963 essential car user allowance plus £5,500 market supplement allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Permanent&nbsp;Are you a dedicated and experienced Social Worker ready to take the next step in your career? Join our passionate and supportive team working with children, young people, and families to make a real and lasting difference.About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Social Worker to support children and young people with complex needs and risks. In this dynamic and rewarding role, you will:- Work directly with children, young people, and their families to provide targeted support and protection.- Conduct in-depth assessments, including parenting assessments and statutory visits.- Plan and implement appropriate, multi-agency interventions and service provisions.- Mentor and coach less experienced social workers, offering guidance and joint working opportunities.- Collaborate effectively with internal colleagues and external partner agencies.- Support the development of best practices and procedures aligned with Social Work Professional Standards.- Assist Managers in meeting key performance indicators and delivering high-quality outcomes.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>We are looking for a confident, compassionate professional with the ability to manage complex cases independently. You will have:- Substantial post-qualifying experience in social work, ideally within Children and Family Services.- Proven ability to make sound professional judgements in challenging, multi-disciplinary environments.- Experience working on complex cases involving vulnerability and risk, with minimal supervision.- Strong communication skills – both written and verbal – with the ability to engage diverse audiences, including children and professionals.- In-depth knowledge of legislation and statutory responsibilities relevant to children’s services.- A thorough understanding of social disadvantage, child development, and family dynamics.- Clear awareness of eligibility criteria and thresholds concerning need and risk of significant harm.- Registration with Social Work England.- A recognised Social Work degree, diploma, or equivalent qualification.<h2>About us</h2>Luton Council has been selected to deliver the government’s Families First for Children Pathfinder programme.Luton is one of seven new areas in the second wave to be chosen with the aim of protecting vulnerable children from harm and improving services to help more children stay with their families in safe and loving homes.The programme is an amazing opportunity for Luton to shape future social care practice, which includes closer working relationships with our health, police, education and voluntary sector partners.Children are at the heart of everything we do in Luton, and we are very proud of the tremendous work that is already taking place together with our partners, including the development of our Family Hubs and working towards making Luton a child-friendly town where our children and young people can grow up feeling happy, healthy and secure.Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.<h2>Additional information</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: <ul><li>From 25&nbsp;to 32&nbsp;days’ annual leave:&nbsp;linked to length of service and grade</li><li>Buying annual leave scheme:&nbsp;buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li><li>Career Pathways:&nbsp;step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li><li>Pension scheme:&nbsp;with generous employer contributions of up to&nbsp;20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li><li>Generous relocation package:&nbsp;up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme:&nbsp;a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li><li>Work/life balance:&nbsp;flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</li><li>Training and support:&nbsp;unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li><li>Staff offers:&nbsp;includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li><li>Arriva Travel Club:&nbsp;great value savings on local bus travel</li><li>Friday Funday Socials -&nbsp;One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li></ul><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1580015&amp;ptId=11700" target="_blank">download: Social Worker Children- L7 M1 JD.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1580016&amp;ptId=11700" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Social Worker - Family Help West

<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents. The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision? We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £7.55 per hour Hours per week: 37 Contract type: ApprenticeshipKick-start your career in public service! Luton Council is offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated and customer-focused individual to join our Community Choices team as a Customer Service Advisor Apprentice.This role is perfect for someone looking to develop professional skills in customer service, administration, and community engagement — all while gaining a recognised qualification and making a difference in people’s lives.What you’ll be doing:As our Customer Service Advisor Apprentice, you will:<ul><li>Be the first point of contact for people visiting or contacting our service via reception, email or telephone.</li><li>Provide administrative support to the Community Choices management team — including photocopying, filing, emailing, and printing support plans.</li><li>Assist in producing key documents such as questionnaires, letters, and newsletters.</li><li>Help monitor service quality and satisfaction through data entry and reporting.</li><li>Support Team Leaders in arranging and coordinating meetings for the people we support.</li><li>Take accurate meeting notes, communicate relevant information to staff and carers, and help maintain up-to-date client and staff records.</li><li>Attend team meetings and training to develop your skills and knowledge within the role.</li></ul>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>You are someone who brings a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to delivering excellent customer service. You have some experience in establishing facts and solving problems, and you're confident in providing advice and handling enquiries from members of the public both face to face and over the phone, always in a polite and professional manner.You are able to quickly learn and apply new procedures, and you're comfortable using Microsoft Word, Excel, and other Windows-based applications. You have accurate keyboard skills and are capable of carrying out general administrative tasks such as photocopying, scanning, filing, printing, and producing clear, concise meeting notes.With strong numeracy skills, you're confident in carrying out basic calculations (adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing), and you can work both independently and as part of a team. Your spoken and written English is of a high standard, enabling you to communicate effectively in a range of situations.You understand the importance of equality and are aware of how discrimination can affect service delivery and the people you support. You're either already qualified in English and Maths at GCSE level or are willing to work towards these qualifications as part of your apprenticeship.You are reliable, flexible, and able to adapt your working hours to meet service demands, such as during busy periods at the end of the day. You have lived in the UK for the past three years and are able to travel across the Borough when required.Most importantly, you are committed to undertaking the relevant apprenticeship training and developing your skills to contribute positively to the Community Choices team at Luton Council.To be eligible, applicants must have resided in the EEA, Switzerland, Gibraltar or the UK for at least the previous 3 years before the start of the apprenticeship.<h2>Application process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority. On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received.<h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons including access to discounts on top UK retailers and local retailers&nbsp; - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1607048&amp;ptId=11708" target="_blank">download: Customer Service Apprentice july25.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1607049&amp;ptId=11708" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Customer Service Advisor Apprentice

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £39,152 - £41,771 a year Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentThe Chief Executive Department are currently seeking an addition to the Accountancy team.The roles of Accountant will be interchangeable within the Accountancy Service; this post will be located in the team that supports the Inclusive Growth and Chief Executive departments. You will provide financial support, advice, information, reports and analysis on complex aspects of the Council’s financial position as a significant part of the provision of an Accountancy service for the Council and its staff.Key duties will include ensuring that all work is performed and assessed with continuous improvement in mind, and the requirement to obtain value for money for the Council. The successful applicant will contribute to the review of all accountancy strategies, policies and procedures in response to the rules and regulations as laid down by Central Government, accountancy bodies and the Council in terms of revenue and capital expenditure.A flexible, innovative approach is an essential requirement, together with the willingness to respond constructively to challenge and opportunity.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>Are you passionate about working in Finance, and pursuing your professional development?Can you professionally advise others at a senior level, on complex financial issues?Can you demonstrate accurate numerical reasoning skills through complex financial calculations?Are you able to contribute to strategic financial forward planning processes, financial training strategy and undertake evaluation and planning?Do you have full AAT qualification in Accounting or equivalent by qualification OR significant relevant demonstrable accounting experience?Do you have a flexible and innovative approach and can respond well to challenge and opportunity?If so, please consider an application.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1606423&amp;ptId=11707" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1606655&amp;ptId=11707" target="_blank">download: Accountant (Generic) M1 2022.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Accountant

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £39,152 - £41,771 a year plus £963 essential car user allowance plus £5,500 market supplement allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Permanent&nbsp;Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, young people, and families? Do you thrive in complex, dynamic environments and bring experience, dedication, and compassion to your work? If so, we’d love to hear from you.We are currently recruiting to vacancies across our Children Looked After teams. In this pivotal role, you will work closely with children, young people, families, and multidisciplinary teams to provide vital support and protection for those with complex needs and risks. Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Conducting assessments, statutory visits, and parenting evaluations.</li><li>Planning and implementing tailored, multi-agency interventions.</li><li>Collaborating with internal and external partners for joint casework.</li><li>Driving the development of best practices and procedures aligned with Social Work Professional Standards.</li><li>Supporting management in achieving key performance targets.</li></ul>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>About you</h2>You are a passionate and experienced social work professional, bringing substantial post-qualifying expertise in fostering and child and family social work. With a deep understanding of the needs of young people in care, you have developed a high level of competence in the fostering field, aligning your practice with national standards and best practice guidance.Your experience includes working directly with children who have experienced trauma, attachment challenges, and associated disorders, and you bring both empathy and insight to your approach. You have a strong track record of providing effective supervision, both one-to-one and in group settings, demonstrating confident leadership in supervisory practice and support.A skilled communicator, you’re able to present complex reports and deliver impactful presentations tailored to a range of audiences. You thrive in collaborative environments, contributing to team-based problem-solving with a solution-focused mindset.Building meaningful relationships is at the heart of your work—whether with children, carers, or colleagues—and your ability to engage people from all backgrounds is one of your key strengths.You hold a DipSW, CQSW, or an equivalent recognised qualification in social work, and you are registered with Social Work England.<h2>About us</h2>Luton Council has been selected to deliver the government’s Families First for Children Pathfinder programme.Luton is one of seven new areas in the second wave to be chosen with the aim of protecting vulnerable children from harm and improving services to help more children stay with their families in safe and loving homes.The programme is an amazing opportunity for Luton to shape future social care practice, which includes closer working relationships with our health, police, education and voluntary sector partners.Children are at the heart of everything we do in Luton, and we are very proud of the tremendous work that is already taking place together with our partners, including the development of our Family Hubs and working towards making Luton a child-friendly town where our children and young people can grow up feeling happy, healthy and secure.Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.<h2>Additional information</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: <ul><li>From 25&nbsp;to 32&nbsp;days’ annual leave:&nbsp;linked to length of service and grade</li><li>Buying annual leave scheme:&nbsp;buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li><li>Career Pathways:&nbsp;step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li><li>Pension scheme:&nbsp;with generous employer contributions of up to&nbsp;20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li><li>Generous relocation package:&nbsp;up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme:&nbsp;a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li><li>Work/life balance:&nbsp;flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</li><li>Training and support:&nbsp;unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li><li>Staff offers:&nbsp;includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li><li>Arriva Travel Club:&nbsp;great value savings on local bus travel</li><li>Friday Funday Socials -&nbsp;One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li></ul><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1533845&amp;ptId=11698" target="_blank">download: Social Worker Children- L7 M1 JD.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1533846&amp;ptId=11698" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Social Worker - Children Looked After

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £33,143 – £36,363 a year pro rata Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Fixed Term /&nbsp;Secondment until 31st March 2026Do you want to make a real difference in people’s lives? Are you passionate about empowering individuals, families, and carers to live well and achieve better outcomes? If so, Luton Council is looking for a dedicated and dynamic Support to Live Well Team Leader to join our forward-thinking Adult Social Care team.As a Team Leader, you will assist in managing a service that enables and supports people to lead a better everyday life. You will apply a strength-based approach embedded within our service delivery, focusing on improved outcomes, value for money, and making the best use of available resources.Your role will include:<ul><li>Ensuring compliance with all statutory and legal requirements within the regulatory framework</li><li>Supervising and leading the staff team to deliver high-quality services</li><li>Organising and supporting the day-to-day operations of the service</li><li>Driving quality improvement through robust quality control procedures</li></ul>This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively in an integrated, outcome-focused way, supporting older people and individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and behaviours that challenge.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage and support staff to ensure high standards of service delivery</li><li>Implement quality assurance measures to improve and maintain standards</li><li>Work collaboratively with partners, carers, and families to achieve the best outcomes</li><li>Embed a strengths-based, person-centred approach in all aspects of the service</li><li>Ensure statutory compliance and adherence to the Care Act and regulatory requirements</li></ul>This position is available as a secondment opportunity until 31st March 2026. If you are a permanent LBC employee, you must have written approval (an email will suffice) from your manager prior to applying and a copy will need to be submitted with your application. Please note: we will not be able to proceed with your application form without your manager’s permission.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>To succeed in this role, you will bring:<ul><li>In-depth knowledge of the needs of older people and individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and challenging behaviours</li><li>Experience in managing and supervising staff within social care settings</li><li>Strong organisational skills with the ability to oversee daily operations effectively</li><li>Excellent communication and collaborative working skills</li><li>Ability to apply quality control and continuous improvement processes</li><li>A QCF/NVQ Level 3 in Social Care (or equivalent qualification)</li></ul>Why Join Us?At Luton Council, we are committed to supporting our community and our employees. We offer:<ul><li>A supportive and inclusive working environment</li><li>Opportunities for professional development and career progression</li><li>Flexible working arrangements and a healthy work-life balance</li></ul>Apply now and help us make a positive impact on the lives of Luton residents.This is a public facing role so you’ll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority. On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1579782&amp;ptId=11703" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1585453&amp;ptId=11703" target="_blank">download: Support to Live Well Team Leader L6 JD&amp;PS.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Support To Live Well Team Leader

Job DescriptionSalary: £45,624 to £52,038 per annumGrade: F11-month Fixed Term Contract37 hours per week&nbsp;We are seeking an experienced and dynamic CCTV Operations Manager to lead a high-performing team dedicated to enhancing public safety. In this key role, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the CCTV service, ensuring that resources and information are effectively managed to meet the needs of various stakeholders. You will ensure that staff and assets are deployed effectively, demonstrating value for money and achieving the highest impact for the service.The post will be working within the Community Protection, Resilience &amp; Enforcement Team responsible community safety, protection, resilience and enforcement activities within Thurrock.&nbsp;The CCTV team works alongside the Council’s Anti-Social Behaviour, Street Enforcement, Parking Team to keep Thurrock a safe place to live, work and visit.&nbsp;Duties include but are not confined to:<ul> <li>Lead, manage, and inspire a dedicated team, fostering a culture of best practice and continuous improvement.</li> <li>Oversee the day-to-day operations of the CCTV service, ensuring that it meets all required standards and delivers a high-quality service to internal and external stakeholders.</li> <li>Develop and maintain strong working relationships with a range of partners to ensure effective and timely responses to a broad range of critical incidents.</li> <li>Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and best practice standards to maintain the integrity and effectiveness of the CCTV service.</li> <li>Drive continuous service improvement by implementing innovative solutions and problem-solving approaches.</li> <li>Manage the service's resources, including personnel, technology, and data, to maximise operational efficiency and effectiveness.</li> <li>Maintain robust systems and processes to ensure the efficacy of the CCTV operations, including the management of sensitive data and information.</li></ul>Closing Date:&nbsp;Redeployment Only: 18th August 2025Internal &amp; External Applications: 31st August 2025Interview Date: To Be confirmedFor an informal discussion about the post please email Housing Enforcement Manager, Dulal Ahmed on&nbsp;<a href="mailto:dahmed@thurrockk.gov.uk" target="_blank">dahmed@thurrockk.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;including your number and he will ring you. To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EQjmmspnvqtMjBUTPPTg07IBiYpxSOoJMY4cgGCX8mfW0Q?e=ldE9Gv" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> “If you encounter an error message when opening the Job Profile link please refresh the error page”About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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