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Job DescriptionJob Title:&nbsp;Housekeeper (4 posts) Salary:&nbsp;£24,414 - £26,133&nbsp;per annum&nbsp;(pro rata to hours worked as part-time) Grade:&nbsp;A Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent&nbsp;x 3 posts and 1 x Fixed-Term Contract Working Hours:&nbsp; Part-Time - 1 x 19 hours per week, 1 x 20 hours, 1 x 22.5 hours (Permanent) and 1 x 18.5 hours (Fixed-Term)This is an opportunity for the successful candidates to assist with housekeeping for the residents of our Residential Care Home in Corringham.&nbsp;The successful candidate will be flexible and able to work as part of a team and also to be able to work with a minimum amount of supervision and use their own initiative within established procedures and processes to deliver a high quality service to our Clients with a person centred approach in line with the Care Act and Current Legislation within Adult Social Care.&nbsp;You will be required to attend mandatory training in areas that are relevant to the role.&nbsp; Shadowing will also be provided. You will encourage, motivate, and support Clients while ensuring their safety and welfare in their homes when interacting with them.&nbsp;Core values include individuality, independence, choice, dignity, respect, rights, confidentiality and fulfilment, which guarantees Clients receive a high standard of service.&nbsp;The successful candidate will need to have a flexible approach to working hours. Candidates will need to have good values and continually promote, service user choice and control, fulfilment, respect, privacy, dignity, rights and independence.The post holder will need to be kind, compassionate, caring, flexible and committed.The successful candidate will need to have a professional attitude at all times and have knowledge around the understanding of Dementia, Challenging behaviours and Manual Handling – training also provided.DBS Check:&nbsp;Enhanced with Adults Barred List is required for this post.Benefits of Working with Us&nbsp;At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp;<ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li></ul>Important Dates&nbsp;Closing Date (Redeployment Only): 15th January 2026Closing Date (Internal &amp; External): 8th February 2026Interview Date:&nbsp;To Be ConfirmedAdditional Information&nbsp;If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:&nbsp;Kayleigh Arthurton - Business Co-ordinator<a href="mailto:RHall@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">Karthurton@thurrock.gov.uk</a>To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp;<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/IQBA4mXFWWcKT5wOrTESgrYEAY3Te3CJSkHbmxoP0jhUYiM?e=LdXxHf" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a>Application RequirementsAs part of the Safer Recruitment process, Gap Management is&nbsp;required&nbsp;for all Safeguarding roles.&nbsp;Please complete the Gaps in Employment grid provided (refer to the example document for guidance) and upload it under&nbsp;Miscellaneous Documents&nbsp;as part of your application.&nbsp;&nbsp;If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications.&nbsp;<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EXtYMXeGlbVPjAoxHwfnCuIB6KNWFCXe3i6bJI6MRBQZ-Q?e=dGt2M1" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Form</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Ecz7hL-hyYFGvVpdkZ55ozkBS_giEjpigg97yi5KrF2SVw?e=vKePlG" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Example</a>About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>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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Housekeeper - Collins House Residential Home

Job Description Job Title:&nbsp;Employment Lawyer&nbsp; Salary:&nbsp;£53,460&nbsp;– £61,638&nbsp;per annum Grade:&nbsp;G&nbsp; Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Working Hours:&nbsp;37 hours per week About the department&nbsp; Thurrock Council is seeking an Employment Lawyer to join its Legal Services Team to provide expert legal advice and representation on employment matters for the Council. This includes managing a varied caseload, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations, and supporting governance processes to protect the Council’s interests. This is an exciting opportunity with growth in abundance at Thurrock it is the perfect time to develop and progress in this vibrant and dynamic team. We are looking for someone with a passion for employment law, a proactive mindset, and a desire to grow professionally in a supportive and experienced environment. We welcome applications from candidates with experience in Employment Law matters who can demonstrate confidence in their specialism and shows excellent legal aptitude. We are looking for a candidate with the requisite skills to build strong relationships and trust with all key stakeholders to provide support to the Council with minimum supervision. About the Role&nbsp; As an Employment Lawyer, you will&nbsp;be responsible for:&nbsp; <ol> <li>Legal Advice and Case Management. Provide legal advice and support on a wide range of issues varying in complexity but not limited to:</li> </ol> <ul> <li>Providing legal advice to internal clients and stakeholders in relation to all aspects of employment law.</li> <li>Taking instructions and responding to employment claims.</li> <li>Drafting legal responses.</li> <li>Conducting case management/ preliminary hearings.</li> <li>Instructing and liaising with counsel in relation to any tribunal proceedings where external legal counsel may be required.</li> <li>Drafting settlement agreements.</li> <li>Advising panel members in relation to disciplinary hearings as well as drafting outcome decisions&nbsp;</li> <li>Case management and advice of any legal challenges around the SEND process and TUPE process.</li> <li>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, case law, and best practice.</li> </ul> &nbsp;2. Advocacy and Representation. You will be expected to: <ul> <li>Provide advice to councillors, stakeholders and senior officers and to liaise with external bodies and legal advisers</li> <li>To attend decision making meetings including Committee Meetings remotely or in person if required.</li> <li>Undertake advocacy at the Employment Tribunal if necessary.</li> </ul> 3. Contribute to the innovative improvement of the Legal Services Team including streamlining and case management workflow systems. 4. Support junior members of the team including the Legal Apprentice in legal practice and procedure contributing towards their professional development. 5. Contribute to governance processes, ensuring legal compliance and sound decision-making. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, case law, and best practice. To carry out research and provide legal advice to Client Departments on all related legal transactions. 6. Engage with senior officers and Members to offer high-quality legal services, with a focus on social justice. Collaborate closely with directorates to ensure efficient delivery of Council priorities. Become a trusted advisor, advocate and problem solver as you contribute to Thurrock’s vision of client focused and innovative service delivery. 7. Personally manage a caseload and be able to work unsupervised. To prepare,&nbsp;negotiate, draft, agree and process legal documents. To record all key actions and ensure data is regularly updated. To collate and send or check supporting legal and financial documents. To seek to always protect the Councils’ interests, while taking precautions against potential fraud and money laundering. To review and update as appropriate all templates and procedures. 8. To notify and advise on any instructions or events that would result in a breach by the Council or an individual of any legislation, common law, standing order or rule or propriety or would constitute a course of action amounting to maladministration. 9. To attend and participate in meetings with Officers of the Council and to provide legal advice when required. 10. To be willing and able to work in a flexible and agile way with regards to both hours and location of work, including remote and home working, as required, subject to service needs and requirements. Two days minimum attendance in the office What&nbsp;We’re&nbsp;Looking For&nbsp; We’re&nbsp;looking for someone who has:&nbsp; Skills and Abilities: <ul> <li> Excellent demonstrable knowledge of the ability to lead on complex and high-profile local government employment cases when which may include conducting preliminary hearings, conducting Tribunal proceedings and instructing Counsel for trials, drafting settlement agreements, advising panel members in relation to disciplinary hearings as well as drafting outcome decisions and advising on TUPE and other employment related matters as becomes necessary.&nbsp;</li> <li> Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to explain complex legal issues clearly and confidently. &nbsp;</li> <li> Ability to work collaboratively and build partnerships with experienced clients and colleagues. High emotional intelligence (EQ), with the ability to build positive working relationships and navigate sensitive issues professionally.</li> <li> You will be an effective leader acting as an ambassador for legal services across the council, sharing good practice and encouraging innovation amongst colleagues, to include training/mentoring junior members of the team. &nbsp;Attend and advise in Committee Meetings.</li> <li> Excellent organisational skills able to manage a complex and varied workload with a flexible and innovative approach to work, ensuring that deadlines and court/tribunal directed deadlines are adhered to.</li> <li> Proactive and self-motivated, with a growth mindset and a willingness to learn. Ability to work on own initiative and with minimal supervision, to undertake research and be able to make accurate, considered judgements and decisions.</li> <li> Ability to relate the Council’s key policy objectives to the provision of the legal service Ability to assist on the implementation of best value, quality initiatives and improvements to client care.</li> </ul> Special Knowledge: <ul> <li> Qualified Solicitor/Barrister or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives.</li> <li> Advocacy skills.</li> <li> Good general level of understanding of IT systems, especially case management/time recording packages.</li> <li> Excellent numeracy and literacy skills.</li> <li> Understanding of Local Government structures and legal frameworks.</li> <li> Understanding of Law Society practice management standards.</li> </ul> Experience: <ul> <li> Excellent demonstrable knowledge of the ability to lead on complex and high-profile local government employment cases when which may include conducting preliminary hearings, conducting Tribunal proceedings and instructing Counsel for trials, drafting settlement agreements, advising panel members in relation to disciplinary hearings as well as drafting outcome decisions and advising on TUPE and other employment related matters as becomes necessary.</li> <li> Experience of working towards achieving/monitoring quality initiatives.</li> </ul> Essential qualifications:&nbsp;Qualified Solicitor/Barrister or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives DBS Check:&nbsp;Standard Benefits of Working with Us&nbsp; At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li> </ul> Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date (Redeployment Only):&nbsp;22nd January 2026 Closing Date (Internal &amp; External):&nbsp;8th February 2026&nbsp; Interview Date: &nbsp;Either w/c 12/02/2026 or 19/02/2026 Additional Information&nbsp; If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:&nbsp; Godwin Mangse - Principal Lawyer Litigation Team&nbsp; <a href="mailto:godwin.mangse@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">godwin.mangse@thurrock.gov.uk</a> To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EXD1dK-ku3tBqPtl-uJ4lssBGaaVgf21NQJqNdl7BuQTjQ?e=a0Ll9F" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>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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Employment Lawyer

Job Description Job Title: Programme Manager - ESOL - Thurrock Adult Community College Annual Salary:&nbsp;£40,965 - £46,671 pro rata (actual £32,772 - £37,336.80); depending on qualifications and experience plus £598 fringe allowance pro rata (actual £478.40 per annum) Grade:&nbsp;TACC Programme Area Managers, SCP 13-17 Permanent: 52 weeks per year Hours per Week:&nbsp;29.6 (0.8 FTE), Monday to Friday (including evenings/Saturdays as &amp; when required) About the Department&nbsp; Thurrock Adult Community College is the local authority’s provider of adult education for Thurrock. Our main base is in the Old Court House in Grays, but we deliver courses across the borough. Thurrock Adult Community College is a good provider, a rewarding place to work and an inspiring place to learn.&nbsp; About the Role&nbsp; As a Programme Manager for ESOL, you will:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Manage, inspire and motivate a small but growing team of tutors delivering accredited and non-accredited ESOL courses. Making sure planning, delivering and monitoring of teaching, learning and assessment takes place at the highest standards for our learners.</li> <li>Be an outstanding teaching, learning and assessment practitioner</li> <li>Manage and develop a designated portfolio of ESOL courses, ensuring learners reach their full potential and the college maximises it funding drawdown</li> <li>Maximise funding drawdown through innovative curriculum planning</li> <li>Ensure good quality provision within ESOL, resulting in high attendance, retention and achievement rates.</li> </ul> What&nbsp;We’re&nbsp;Looking For&nbsp; We’re looking for some who has: <ul> <li>An ESOL specialism with experience of teaching ESOL to adults</li> <li>Experience of curriculum design using Tailored Learning and Adult Skills funding, preferably in ESOL&nbsp;</li> <li>Experience of curriculum management in adult community learning, preferably in ESOL</li> <li>Good knowledge of Adult Skills funding and its rules</li> <li>Experience of quality management and quality improvement within adult community learning&nbsp;</li> <li>Experience of mentoring and developing new tutors</li> <li>Ambitions, focus and the ability to work collaboratively with others for continuous improvement in order to contribute to our journey to outstanding</li> <li>Good multitasking skills and the ability to prioritise workloads to meet deadlines</li> </ul> Essential qualifications:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Teaching qualification relevant to post-16 provision</li> <li>ESOL specialism qualification</li> <li>English and Maths at Level 2&nbsp;</li> </ul> DBS Check: An Enhanced DBS with Child and Adult Barred List checks is required. Benefits of Working with Us&nbsp; At Thurrock Council and the College, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li> </ul> Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date (Redeployment Only):&nbsp;22nd January 2026 Closing Date (Internal &amp; External):&nbsp;8th February 2026 Interview Date: To Be Confirmed Additional Information&nbsp; If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:&nbsp; Fay Stone – Vice Principal&nbsp; <a href="mailto:fay.stone@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">fay.stone@thurrock.gov.uk</a> To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/IQAcVzry2pmASKC5W266jF-uAfXg5HVA2p8NMOTJ2eP8rwU?e=OFQThj" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> Application Requirements&nbsp; The college is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults. As such, as part of our recruitment process we may undertake social media checks on all successful applicants.&nbsp; As part of the Safer Recruitment process, Gap Management is&nbsp;required&nbsp;for all Safeguarding roles.&nbsp;Please complete the Gaps in Employment grid provided (refer to the example document for guidance) and upload it under&nbsp;Miscellaneous Documents&nbsp;as part of your application.&nbsp;&nbsp; If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications.&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EXtYMXeGlbVPjAoxHwfnCuIB6KNWFCXe3i6bJI6MRBQZ-Q?e=dGt2M1" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Form</a>&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Ecz7hL-hyYFGvVpdkZ55ozkBS_giEjpigg97yi5KrF2SVw?e=vKePlG" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Example</a> About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>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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Programme Manager - ESOL (0.8 FTE)

Job Description Workshop Manager - Fleet Management Team Salary: £45,624 to&nbsp; £52,038 per annum Plus £5,000 pa market supplement (subject to annual review) Grade: F Permanent Contract 37 Hours Per Week, core hours &nbsp;08:00 – 16:00, 06:00 – 14:00 when required. About the Department&nbsp; Fleet Management Team are responsible for delivering all Council activities relating to vehicles and plant from procurement through to disposal. Between these stages, our Fleet Management Team are responsible for routine &amp; programmed maintenance services, inspections, reactive repairs, legal requirements, licencing, other statute requirements, ongoing compliance, insurance, fuel management and vehicle &amp; plant supply to all Council frontline operations. &nbsp;&nbsp; About the Role&nbsp; To manage and coordinate the effective use of labour, parts and other resources in respect of; diagnostics, inspections, service and repair of vehicles, plant and equipment, in a safe, efficient and economical manner with due regard to current legislation, Thurrock Council's Maintenance Policy with regard to the operator’s licence and relevant health &amp; safety policies. Ensure workshop tools, equipment, and diagnostic systems are maintained, safe, and calibrated. Ensure all HGVs meet Operator Licence and DVSA standards at all times. To act as the Quality Controller with regards to Thurrock’s MOT station and to undertake regular quality checks of the stations nominated testers in line with VOSA regulations It is essential that applicants hold a full current UK/EU driving licence preferably cat C and hold a recognised level 3 HGV C3; G or equivalent as a minimum. What&nbsp;We’re&nbsp;Looking For&nbsp; We’re&nbsp;looking for someone who has:&nbsp; <ul> <li> Ability to manage a team to achieve high levels of performance and quality standards.</li> <li> Ability to organise work priorities and allocate work to meet performance targets.</li> <li> Vehicle maintenance and repair diagnostic skills.</li> <li> Ability to interpret and assimilate technical information.&nbsp;</li> <li> Effective report writing.</li> <li> City and Guilds Full Technological Certificate or equivalent technical qualification.&nbsp;</li> <li> Substantial experience of supervising a HGV vehicle workshop repair and maintenance facility.</li> <li> Substantial experience working in a diagnostic capacity within a vehicle repair environment</li> <li> Demonstrable experience of working with software systems in a transport related environment</li> </ul> Benefits of Working with Us&nbsp; At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li> </ul> Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date (Redeployment Only):&nbsp;22nd January 2026 Closing Date (Internal &amp; External):&nbsp;15th February 2026 Interview Date: To Be Confirmed Additional Information&nbsp; If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:&nbsp; Matt Trott - &nbsp;Head of Fleet &amp; Highways Operations Email: <a href="mailto:Mtrott@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">Mtrott@thurrock.gov.uk</a> To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/IQBwiyGd1b8LQJNUesp8JS1FAX_THsXj_uBQzG9fXaJZ0Wg?e=bkIknB" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications.&nbsp; 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>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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Workshop Manager

Job Description Job Title:&nbsp;ASB &amp; Enforcement Officer Salary: £39,027 - £44,463&nbsp;per annum Band: E Permanent&nbsp;Contract 37 Hours per Week Thurrock Council's dedication to tackling environmental crime saw its Environmental Enforcement Officers named Team of the Year at the Keep Britain Tidy National Awards in February 2020. Thurrock Council’s ASB &amp; Enforcement Team are looking to recruit an innovative and ‘can do’ ASB &amp; Enforcement Officer to deliver a wide range of enforcement activities to bring about local improvements for the communities in Thurrock.&nbsp; In this challenging role you will working collaboratively with internal and external partners to tackle Enviro-crime and Anti-Social Behaviour issues across the borough, proactively responding to a high level of customer service demand. Knowledge of Enforcement is essential including, The Environmental Protection Act 1990 and Highways Act 1988, Refuse &amp; Disposal Amenity Act 1978, Clean Neighbourhoods Environment Act 2005 and the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014. To conduct investigations, experience and working knowledge of PACE 1984, CPIA 1996, RIPA 2000, and relevant codes of practice are essential. As an ASB &amp; Enforcement Officer, you will be required to have a strong commitment to improving the Borough and the ability to participate and deliver actions to make a difference. In a busy working environment you will be conducting investigations, issuing Fixed Penalty Notices, Statutory Notices, as well as working on prosecution files to a high standard and attending court as a witness. You must be enthusiastic, willing to work alone and work well as part of a team, applying commitment and flexibility to your work. Working on your own initiative you will manage your own caseload of investigations and enforcement actions, together with providing support to our partners under the Community Safety Partnership. You must hold a manual driving licence and will be expected to walk a significant amount of distance daily. In this role you would be required to work Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm. However working patterns may vary according to operational priorities.&nbsp; DBS Check: A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at a standard level is required for this role and candidates must be able to attain Essex Police Vetting at a level of NPPV-2 Full to obtain accreditation under the Community Safety Accreditation Scheme. Benefits of Working with Us&nbsp; At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li> </ul> Closing Dates:&nbsp; Redeployment Only: 22nd January 2026 Internal &amp; External: 15th February 2026 Interview Dates: To Be Confirmed To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Edj4X5dle2NDn0YFWHQ6kdgBDioaGMio0pt-IsMVFlKFZQ?e=rQMKJW" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>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. 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ASB & Environment Enforcement Officer

About the roleAs demand for affordable housing continues to rise, North Northamptonshire Council is at the forefront of supporting residents facing housing challenges. With increasing pressure on social housing and limited availability, access to the private rented sector (PRS) has become a vital part of our housing solutions offer.We’ve reshaped our service to meet these challenges head on, with dedicated triage and casework teams, including a pathway for singles, working collaboratively to prevent homelessness and secure sustainable housing outcomes. Our approach is proactive, person-centred, and focused on empowering households to access suitable accommodation, particularly within the PRS.We are looking home visiting officer to work within triage team assisting clients within their homes. This will be a demanding role out in the community. If you're passionate about making a tangible difference in people’s lives and want to be part of a forward-thinking, dynamic team, we’d love to hear from you. What will you be doing?You will work collaboratively with households who are homeless, or at risk of homelessness to remove any barriers to their rehousing with a strong focus on prevention and PRS access. You will create, review and update their personalised housing plan to support timely and sustainable outcomes and minimise any stay in temporary accommodation. Working collaboratively with internal and external partners to deliver joined-up support.You will assess applicants housing needs in the home and make enquiries around homelessness, eligibility for assistance, priority need, and local connection with North Northamptonshire. Where appropriate, you will also consider if they are intentionally homeless.You will issue clear, legally compliant decision letters that reflect current guidance and case law, and detailing the reasons for your decision.For further information about the role or an informal chat please contact Ian Cartmell, Housing Advice and Options Manager on 01536 859169.About youYou will have experience of working in housing within a local authority, housing association or equivalent experience within another organisation.You will have a proven ability to provide excellent customer care working effectively with others, have good interpersonal skills and be able to adapt to an ever-changing housing landscape.To succeed in the role, you must have excellent communication skills, be an accomplished negotiator and problem solver and be able to work by your own initiative in a fast-paced environment. You will be adaptable, resilient, and ready to contribute to a service that’s constantly evolving to meet local needs. Please see the attached job description and person specification for full details including the essential and desirable criteria for this role.Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur Values and BehavioursOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.Disability Confident EmployerWe are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. Our Employment and Disability Service provides bespoke support to individuals facing barriers to employment, helping them work towards their goals to start, stay and succeed in employment. For further information please click here <a href="https://www.northnorthants.gov.uk/directory/support-offer/employment-and-disability-service-eads" target="_blank">The Employment and Disability Service (EADS) | North Northamptonshire Council</a>Armed Forces Community The council obtained the Gold status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS).Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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North Northamptonshire Council

Housing Options Advisor - Home Visits 

Job Description Job Title:&nbsp;Lower Thames Crossing (LTC) Highways Licensing &amp; Strategic Road Team Leader&nbsp; Salary:&nbsp;£45,624&nbsp;– £52,038&nbsp;per annum&nbsp;(pro rata if part-time) Grade:&nbsp;F&nbsp; Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent &nbsp; Working Hours:&nbsp;37 hours per week&nbsp; About the Department&nbsp; This role is an interesting and exciting opportunity to work in a small, proactive team keeping the road network flowing and ensuring compliance across all street &amp; road work activity.&nbsp; About the Role&nbsp; As the LTC Highways Licensing &amp; Strategic Road Team Leader, you will&nbsp;be responsible for:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Co-ordinating all LTC works on the highway&nbsp;</li> <li>Build strong working relationships with all contractors and clients working on the LTC&nbsp;</li> <li>You will be the key component in ensuring network co-ordination for LTC works in conjunction with all other highway activities.</li> <li>Attend all LTC meetings and provide valuable and consistent messaging within those. Chair Thurrock Network Management meetings regarding the LTC and other highway works to ensure impeccable Network Management across all works and events occurring on the highway, whilst ensuring a consistent approach is taken with all those applying for network occupancy. &nbsp; &nbsp;</li> <li>Process and manage any highways licensing applications relating to the LTC.</li> <li>Maintain a professional and consistent manner at all times. &nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul> This role offers the chance to make a real difference by ensuring effective co-ordination across the boroughs road network.&nbsp; What&nbsp;We’re&nbsp;Looking For&nbsp; We’re&nbsp;looking for someone who has:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Exceptional communication skills</li> <li>Intensive knowledge of the New Roads &amp; Street Works Act (NRSWA) and the Traffic Management Act (TMA)&nbsp;</li> <li>Exceptional organisational skills</li> <li>Must be able to work on own initiative&nbsp;</li> </ul> Essential qualifications:&nbsp;Extensive knowledge of NRSWA &amp; the TMA. Experience with processing and managing Highways Licensing applications.&nbsp; DBS Check:&nbsp;Not required for this post. Benefits of Working with Us&nbsp; At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li> </ul> Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date (Redeployment Only):&nbsp;22nd January 2026 Closing Date (Internal &amp; External):&nbsp;25th January 2026 Interview Date: To Be Confirmed Additional Information&nbsp; If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:&nbsp; Mark Mixture - Network Manager&nbsp; <a href="mailto:mmixture@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">mmixture@thurrock.gov.uk</a> &nbsp;07702 &nbsp;821419 To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/IQCJlxePFM5YQLDhZsAbc389AaHxchFHslCWgsE8tv35g3c?e=U3DBw3" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications.&nbsp; 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>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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LTC Highways Licensing and Strategic Road Team Leader

We are Places Leisure, we run leisure sites across the UK to help people stay active and live their best lives.We want you to join the Places for People Group and the 11,000 other colleagues on our journey; colleagues who have helped to build, manage, maintain places that people are proud to call home and stay active in. How do we do all this? We surround ourselves with active people, supportive people and customer focused people. Our people live and breathe our SPIRIT values; we are the place for spirited people.So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you! More about your roleAlpine Snowsports Aldershot are looking for instructors to join our fantastic team of passionate Snowsports lovers. Hours of work are varied with opportunities for daytime, evening and at weekends. The role will include:<ul><li>Deliver lessons to both groups and Individuals from beginner to advanced depended on qualification, deliver safe and enjoyable lessons to both adults and children</li><li>Deliver safety talks to individuals and groups Issue Snowsports equipment for lessons and practice sessions, following all safety training provided</li><li>Be available evenings and/or weekends</li></ul>More about youYou will be a brilliant conversationalist and develop excellent relationships with new and existing customers. Demonstrate a proven track record in delivering Snowsports lessons to all levels and ages, hold an up-to-date recognised Snowsports Instructor qualification. Have a passion for delivering safe and enjoyable sessions to aid in our customers learning journey. Understand the importance of and deliver great customer service. Have a flexible approach to working patterns. Essential that you hold a Minimum of a UK Snowsports Level 1 Ski Instructor qualification and an up to date First Aid Qualification.The benefits As an employee at Places Leisure you will be eligible for flexible working arrangements, a workplace pension, fantastic benefits such as free facility usage, employee assistance programme and training &amp; development opportunities including accredited learning.We also pay for First Aid Training, annual licence renewal fees, safeguarding courses as required by your Qualification body.<ul></ul>

Places for People

Casual Snowsports Instructor

About the Role The post, print &amp; document solutions team is a vital part of Ealing Council’s property services department, delivering essential post and corporate print functions across the council estate. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced post, print &amp; document solutions manager to lead this critical service.Purpose of the Role As the lead officer for the service, you will provide strategic and operational leadership, ensuring the delivery of an efficient, customer-focused post and print function. You will manage relationships across the council and drive continuous improvement, aligning services with our wider corporate and digital objectives.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead and manage the post, print &amp; document solutions team to deliver high-quality, cost-effective services.</li><li>Develop and implement strategies to enhance existing services and introduce innovative document solutions.</li><li>Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure services meet business needs.</li><li>Drive digital transformation within the service, supporting the council’s corporate objectives.</li><li>Ensure compliance, efficiency, and customer satisfaction across all operations.</li></ul>About You We’re looking for someone with:<ul><li>Proven experience in managing post, print and/or document solutions or similar service delivery.</li><li>Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>A strategic mindset with the ability to deliver operational excellence.</li><li>Knowledge of digital transformation and document management solutions.</li></ul>Why Join Us? At Ealing Council, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking team committed to innovation and service excellence. We offer a collaborative environment, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a real impact in the community.Apply Now





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London Borough of Ealing

Post, print and document solutions manager

Ealing Council have an exciting new opportunity for a Sheltered Housing Officer available on a full time basis (Monday to Friday – 9am to 5pm 35 Hours per week) in our Sheltered Housing Service.Are you an experienced housing professional with a desire to help and support vulnerable and elderly tenants or are you currently working in a non-housing role, but have transferrable skills that you think would be beneficial to the Sheltered Housing service?If so, we’d love to hear from you.We’re looking for a compassionate and proactive Sheltered Housing Officer to help vulnerable residents across Ealing maintain their tenancies and live more independently.In this rewarding role, you will build trusted relationships with tenants, identify support needs through proactive visits, and work in partnership with internal teams and external agencies to coordinate tailored support. You will provide practical help and advice, contribute to safeguarding, and make sure residents can access the services they need to thrive in their homes and communities.You will need excellent communication skills, experience supporting vulnerable people, and the ability to manage a varied caseload with care and professionalismClosing date for applications: 27 January 2026You must have the right to work in the UK. Evidence for the right to work in the UK will be requested at the interview stage.It is an exciting time to join us, here at Ealing Council. If you would like to make a positive difference to our residents and borough, then we’re looking forward to hearing from you.We’ve tried to make this website as accessible as possible. You can use the accessibility widget on the right hand side to make it more accessible to you and your needs.Ealing Council is committed to creating good jobs and delivering on its connected communities’ agenda. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive.We therefore welcome applications from all residents of the borough, we particularly welcome applications from candidates who are entering the employment market in the early stages of their career and mid-career professionals, who are currently underrepresented in Ealing’s workforce.Please note all applications will be determined on merit.





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Sheltered Housing Officer

<h4>The Role</h4>Do you see yourself leading a team that makes a real difference in children’s lives?Can you use your expertise to support and develop confident social work practitioners?If yes, we have the perfect role for you!Southwark Council’s Fostering, Special Guardianship and Connected Persons Service is looking for a Special Guardianship and Connected Carers Team Manager to join our amazing team and help deliver high-quality, relationship-based social work that promotes positive outcomes for children.About the Role:As the Team Manager, you will provide exceptional leadership and professional guidance to a team of social workers, ensuring high-quality assessment, support, and oversight for in-house foster carers and connected carers. You will:<ul><li>Lead, manage, and develop a team of social workers, promoting excellence in practice.</li><li>Ensure carers are supported, challenged appropriately, and able to meet the needs of Southwark’s children.</li><li>Oversee performance management, supervision, and workload allocation.</li><li>Provide guidance in line with statutory requirements, Practice Frameworks, and research-informed social work.</li><li>Contribute to service development, partnership working, and the delivery of integrated, child-focused care.</li></ul>This is a 12 month Fixed Term / Secondment opportunity.About You:We are looking for someone who can combine strong leadership with a relationship-based approach to social work. You will:<ul><li>Have proven experience in managing social work teams and delivering high-quality practice.</li><li>Be confident in decision-making, complex analysis, and managing risk.</li><li>Support the professional development of practitioners, including ASYE, NQSWs, and NAAS candidates.</li><li>Have excellent communication and report-writing skills, with experience presenting in formal settings.</li><li>Demonstrate emotional intelligence, resilience, and the ability to inspire and motivate a team.</li><li>Be committed to safeguarding children and promoting positive outcomes in line with statutory guidance.</li></ul>About the Team:Our team is dedicated, supportive, and committed to continuous improvement. You will work in a culture that:<ul><li>Values reflective, systemically-informed, and evidence-based practice.</li><li>Offers opportunities for professional growth, development, and leadership.</li><li>Encourages collaborative, multi-agency working to achieve the best outcomes for children and carers.</li><li>Celebrates excellence and supports staff to thrive while holding everyone accountable to high professional standards.</li></ul>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 Sophie James at <a href="mailto:Sophie.James@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Sophie.James@southwark.gov.uk</a>Additional Information:<ul><li>12 month Fixed Term Contract / Secondment</li><li>Enhanced DBS required</li></ul>Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/</a><h4>Recruitment timetable</h4>Advert close date: 11:59pm on 29th January 2026Shortlisting date/s: 5th February 2026Interview date/s: 12th February 2026The 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.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2692975&amp;ptId=110839" target="_blank">Please click here to view the Job Description</a></li></ul>





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Southwark Council

Fostering Team Manager

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £30,024 - £32,597 a year pro rata Hours per week: 22 Contract type: PermanentAs a Business Support Officer within Luton Borough Council, you will provide high-level, comprehensive business and personal assistant support to the Service Directors within the Inclusive Economy Directorate. The role requires the exercise of sound judgement, discretion and confidentiality in all aspects of work, supporting senior leaders to operate effectively and deliver key priorities.You will manage and maintain Service Directors’ diaries, ensuring effective prioritisation, organisation and allocation of appointments within a demanding and varied work programme. This will include liaising with Councillors, officers, partners and external organisations to coordinate meetings, seminars and conferences, arranging virtual and in-person meetings, room bookings, refreshments, travel and accommodation as required.The postholder will organise and attend key internal and external meetings, including forming agendas in consultation with Service Directors, circulating papers in advance, and producing accurate and timely minutes. You will ensure that actions and recommendations are followed up and progressed, and organise events and activities that support departmental objectives and promote a positive image of Luton.You will provide essential support during investigations, hearings, disciplinary meetings and grievance processes, including taking accurate and confidential notes as required. In the absence of Directors, you will manage and prioritise incoming emails and correspondence, liaising with Service Managers to ensure appropriate actions are taken.The role also involves providing comprehensive business support across business continuity, performance management, risks, complaints and committee reporting. This includes maintaining registers, tracking committee reports, managing divisional risk registers, collating information, progress-chasing deadlines and ensuring issues are escalated appropriately. You will ensure that consultation requirements are met and seek procedural advice from relevant Council colleagues where necessary.You will develop, maintain and improve administrative systems, databases and procedures, ensuring the timely and accurate retrieval of information for a wide range of audiences. This includes collecting, analysing and presenting statistical and management information in a clear and accessible format.The Business Support Officer will draft correspondence, reports and presentations on behalf of Service Directors and Service Managers, using initiative and judgement to ensure communications are professional, accurate and clearly articulated.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>You will act as a key point of contact for the Service Directors, receiving and filtering incoming requests and telephone calls from senior managers, elected members, partner organisations and the public. You will prioritise enquiries, resolve matters within your remit, or refer appropriately to always ensure continuity of service and excellent customer care.Financial administration forms part of the role, including processing invoices, budget coding and ordering through the Council’s finance systems, ensuring that financial operations are maintained within agreed timescales.About you:To be successful in this role, you will have demonstrable experience providing secretarial and administrative support to senior management, including developing and maintaining effective procedures, systems, and processes that contribute to a well-functioning team. You will have strong planning and coordination skills, able to adapt to changing working practices and shifting priorities.You will have the ability to present and maintain detailed and accurate workload information, produce a wide range of complex documents, and draft correspondence such as letters, reports, and meeting minutes. Your minute-taking skills will be particularly important, as you will be required to capture key discussions and decisions in meetings of varying complexity.Clear and precise communication is essential in this role. You will be confident in communicating with colleagues at all levels, both face-to-face and in writing, to gather and clarify specific requirements. You will also be assertive and constructive in providing advice and feedback, ensuring that the required standards and outcomes are achieved.Your ability to use your initiative and work independently will be key. You will be skilled at establishing facts, acting within defined procedures, and solving problems when issues arise. This includes developing and implementing efficient administrative procedures to streamline workflows and enhance service delivery.You will have strong IT skills, with demonstrable experience in using a range of software packages including word processing, PowerPoint, spreadsheets, and databases. You should also be able to quickly learn and effectively use specific software systems as required by the role.A good understanding of data protection principles, as well as the handling of Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, will be essential. You will be familiar with the importance of confidentiality and maintaining privacy in all aspects of your work.Ideally, you will hold a Business Administration Level 2/3 qualification (or equivalent) or have gained equivalent experience in an administrative or secretarial support role.You will be flexible in your approach to work, with the ability to adjust your hours when necessary to meet service demands, including attending occasional evening meetings.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitiousLuton 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&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>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=1673254&amp;ptId=12219" target="_blank">download: PREF102647 202107 L5 Business Support Officer.docx</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1679055&amp;ptId=12219" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Luton Borough Council

Business Support Officer

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £27,254 – £29,540 a year pro rata Hours per week: Casual Contract type: CasualAs a Casual Deputy Registration &amp; Ceremonies Officer, you will play a vital role in delivering statutory registration services to the community. The postholder will be responsible for registering births, deaths, stillbirths and marriages in line with legislative requirements, statutory procedures and guidance issued by the Registrar General.You will ensure the accurate maintenance, security and safe custody of all registers, records and indices, and undertake the registration of marriages across local religious buildings and approved marriage venues, providing a professional and sensitive service to customers at all times.The role also includes responsibility for the receipt, recording and banking of money, in accordance with the Council’s cash handling and financial procedures. You will account for all secure stock and income on a monthly and annual basis, ensuring that both secure and non-secure stock is managed effectively and ordered from the General Register Office in a timely manner.In addition, you will support the wider Local Registration Service by undertaking administrative and operational duties as required, demonstrating flexibility and a commitment to maintaining high standards of service delivery.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>The successful candidate will be confident in dealing with members of the public in a polite, professional and sympathetic manner, particularly in sensitive situations. You will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain the dignity and professionalism required when supporting and delivering registration services and ceremonies.You will be computer literate, with the ability to competently use Windows-based systems and spreadsheets, and will pay close attention to detail when following procedures and processes. This includes accurate financial calculations and reconciliations, ensuring statutory and operational requirements are met at all times.The role requires the ability to work effectively as part of a team, alongside the flexibility to support the wider service as needed. You will either have knowledge of, or the ability to quickly acquire, an understanding of statutory and procedural requirements relating to the registration of births and deaths, ceremonies, and the taking of notices.This is a public facing role so you’ll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English.Applicants should hold GCSEs or equivalent experience and be available to work flexibly. This includes covering weekday hours between 9:00am and 5:00pm as required, as well as weekends and occasional Bank Holidays on a rota basis. The role will involve attending various sites across the Borough. Join us and play a meaningful role in supporting our community at some of life’s most important moments - apply today.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitiousLuton 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&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=1692611&amp;ptId=12222" target="_blank">download: Casual Deputy Registration and Ceremonies Officer JD - March 2025.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1692612&amp;ptId=12222" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Casual Deputy Registration & Ceremonies Officer

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £25,989 – £26,824 a year pro rata Hours per week: 37 &amp; 32 Contract type: PermanentWe’re looking for compassionate Support Workers to help adults with Learning disabilities within the supported living service. Using a strengths-based approach, you’ll support Adults in supported living service —focusing on wellbeing, daily living skills, and personal care.You’ll assist with care planning, promote independence, and provide hands-on support, including medication administration and use of specialist equipment. Working closely with professionals and services, you'll contribute to assessments and ensure the right support is in place.Strong communication, accurate record-keeping, and a flexible, person-centred mindset are essential. If you’re ready to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>We’re seeking dedicated Support Workers who are passionate about promoting independence, dignity, and choice for individuals with care needs. You’ll support people in accessing a variety of community services and activities, while caring for their physical, emotional, and social wellbeing.You’ll act as an advocate for those you support, ensuring their voices are heard throughout their care experience. Strong communication skills are essential, as you’ll engage with individuals, families, and professionals in a range of settings.This role involves working flexibly across locations, including weekends, bank holidays, sleep-ins, and waking night duties. You’ll be part of a supportive team, contributing to a positive, inclusive environment, and ready to respond in emergency situations.We’re looking for someone who can support new staff, identify discrimination, and take appropriate action. You should have some knowledge of the needs of people with learning disabilities and a willingness to gain a QCF Level 3 in Care.Applicants must be comfortable with manual handling (after training) and be able to communicate fluently and effectively in spoken English with the public.If you’re adaptable, compassionate, and ready to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitiousLuton 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&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=1594454&amp;ptId=12221" target="_blank">download: Support Worker - JD_.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1594455&amp;ptId=12221" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Support worker

At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees. So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!PfP Thrive is Places for People's skills and learning academy, designed to develop talent within our organisation and across the housing and construction sectors. We provide high-quality training, apprenticeships, and future skills learning that address sector-wide skills shortages and help our people and partners thrive in a changing industry. More about your roleDo you have a passion for safety and compliance? Are you skilled at sharing knowledge and helping others develop? We're looking for a Compliance &amp; Health &amp; Safety Tutor to design and deliver training that ensures our teams work safely, confidently, and in line with regulations.In this role, you'll design, develop, and deliver engaging compliance and health &amp; safety training for both internal and external staff, ensuring all courses meet regulatory standards and business needs. You'll cover essential topics such as manual handling, abrasive wheels, working at height, harness and lanyard inspection, conflict resolution, and water regulations including safe isolation and damp &amp; mould management. Additionally, you'll help create a suite of “Intro to…” courses across various trades, leveraging your own qualifications and expertise to support workforce development.The role will involve a mix of working from home 2 days a week focusing on administrative task and 3 days a week travelling to various sites to deliver training, we are flexible in this approach.More about you The Essential Criteria for this role is listed below: <ul><li>A formal, recognised trade-based qualification e.g. electrician, plumber, landscaper, carpenter with at least 3 years' experience working in this role, ideally in a housing sector</li><li>A strong track record of meeting/exceeding health and safety and compliance requirements associated with the role</li><li>You will have a L3 Teaching and Assessing qualification – or previous experience of designing and delivering training to groups of learners and be willing to work towards these qualifications. </li><li>You will need to be digitally savvy with strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly PowerPoint and Word to create engaging learning resources.</li><li>You will have a full clean driving licence as there will be significant travel for this role</li></ul>Desirable criteria:<ul><li>Ideally, you will have some supervisory and/or management experience as most awarding bodies will be looking for this in order to approve you to deliver their courses</li><li>You will have excellent interpersonal skills, be able to build strong relationships with a variety of people of different levels, backgrounds and capabilities </li><li>You'll have the ability to engage various groups of learners through your facilitation and training skills – you'll often have between 12 and 20 learners at a time. </li></ul>BenefitsWe are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include: <ul><li>Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly </li></ul><ul><li>Pension with matched contributions up to 7% </li></ul><ul><li>Excellent holiday package – 35 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell leave </li></ul><ul><li>Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year </li></ul><ul><li>A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2% </li></ul><ul><li>Training and development </li></ul>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more





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Compliance Learning Tutor

We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler.We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause.More about your roleIf you want to earn money whilst working in a fun, lively environment with a team of people like you, then this exciting new job could be for you. Working with passionate and driven people, you will be responsible for the supervision of our customers and other lifeguards whilst using our swimming and pool facilities. You will responsible for the H&amp;S of pool users at all times and oversea the operations of the building. Customer service and the cleanliness will be first class and you will respond to customer queries promptly. This role requires an element of Duty Manager cover, therefore you will be open to undertaking required training.For more information please download our job profile available on our websiteMore about youA National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) is essential. Full training will be provided if you do not possess a Pool Plant Operations License. Previous supervisor experience would be an advantage. As you will be working poolside you must be a competent swimmer and be safety conscious. As Duty Manager cover you will be managing a large team, so previous experience in supervisory/management capacity within a leisure centre would be desirable. We are looking for someone with excellent customer service and leadership skills.BenefitsWe are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:<ul><li>We align with the Real Living Wage foundation</li><li>Full Health &amp; Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors</li><li>Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more</li><li>A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%</li><li>An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave</li><li>Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development</li><li>Access to our Company Pension scheme</li><li>Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year</li><li>Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes</li><li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.</li></ul>





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Senior Lifeguard (with Duty Manager responsibilities)

At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise, we don't discriminate based on any protected attribute. In fact, we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees. So, what are you waiting for? Join a Community that cares about you!More about your roleYou will take an active role to engage with residents to promote safe and secure independent living, ensuring an engaging vibrant environment to reduce isolation. Providing advice on rent and service charges, assisting with benefits claims and supporting customers with their financial needs. You will work with the internal Places for People income recovery team to reduce rent arrears. You will be assisting in compliance. Travel within local geographical areas will be required.This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring service. For more information, please download our job profile available on our website. More about youIt is essential that you have experience/knowledge of housing management, social care and/or wellbeing of Retirement living services. You will possess good computer skills with knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Effective communication skills both written and verbal, with the ability to build great relationships with both customers and colleagues is required. It is important that you have a good mix of ‘team player' attributes but also the ability to work effectively using your own initiative; as their will, be an element of lone working. You will also have an awareness of Health &amp; Safety. The ideal applicant will have experience of manging anti-social behaviour and challenging situations. A driving license and own car for business use is preferred for this role. Commitment to Trauma Informed PracticeAt Places for People, we are committed to creating safe and supportive environments for individuals who have experienced trauma. We understand that trauma can have a profound impact on individuals, and we are dedicated to recognising the signs and symptoms of trauma, practicing empathy and respect, and using trauma-informed language. We are also committed to providing individuals with choice and autonomy, and to working collaboratively to empower them to re-establish control of their lives. BenefitsWe are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include: <ul><li>Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly </li></ul><ul><li>Pension with matched contributions up to 7% </li></ul><ul><li>Excellent holiday package – 35 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell leave </li></ul><ul><li>Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year </li></ul><ul><li>A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2% </li></ul><ul><li>Training and development </li></ul><ul><li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more. </li></ul>





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Housing & Wellbeing Co-ordinator

At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees. Over the last 30 years, Touchstone have identified different opportunities that have shaped our development. As part of the wider Places for People Group, we offer professional property management and create the best experience for our customers. More about the teamTouchstone operates in a competitive commercial environment, requiring best use of resources to maintain a return to the Group both financially and socially. Reporting to the Operations Manager, we are looking to recruit a Customer Advisor on an initial fixed term contract until December 2026. This is a part time role working 14.5 hours on Thursdays and Fridays. We are open to candidates working remotely but you will be required to attend meetings in the Bath office when needed. More about your roleOn a daily basis, you will help to ensure that the customer experience is of the highest standard and provide administrative support in relation to all leasing activity as well as day to day operations. In addition to being responsible for liaising with customers for renewals, negotiating rents and renewing tenancies you will also conduct regular market research and provide admin support to ensure applications are completed correctly. At Places for People, we are committed to a safe working environment so a basic DBS check is mandatory. More about youThe ideal candidate will have previously worked in a similar role. Experience conducting administrative tasks and familiarity with MS packages such as MS Word and Excel are required. Experience &amp; Skills<ul><li>Experience working in a similar role (Receptionist, Front of House, Customer Service etc) </li><li>Experience conducting administrative tasks, </li><li>Familiarity working with MS packages such as Excel, </li><li>Strong attention to detail, </li><li>Excellent communication skills. </li></ul>The benefitsWe are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include: <ul><li>Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly </li><li>Training and development </li><li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more .</li></ul>





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Customer Advisor (Fixed Term)

At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees. Over the last 30 years, Touchstone have identified different opportunities that have shaped our development. As part of the wider Places for People Group, we offer professional property management and create the best experience for our customers. More about the teamTouchstone operates in a competitive commercial environment, requiring best use of resources to maintain a return to the Group both financially and socially. Reporting to the Client Accounts Processing Line Manager , we are looking to recruit a Client Accounts Administrator on a permanent basis. After an initial period of training (2-4 weeks), we are able to offer hybrid working for this position (2 days in the office, 3 days at home). More about your roleAs a Client Accounts Administrator, you will be responsible for providing frontline transactional input to the database. On a daily basis you will work as part of the wider team to ensure bank transactions are recorded accurately and allocated to the database. In addition to raising payments through the system, you will deal with internal and external queries relating to their portfolio. At Places for People, we are committed to a safe working environment so a basic DBS check is mandatory. More about youThe ideal candidate will have previously worked in a similar role. Experience with Microsoft packages such as Excel are advantageous. Communication skills are essential. Experience &amp; Skills<ul><li>Experience in an administration role, </li><li>Experience with MS packages such as Excel, </li><li>Strong attention to detail, </li><li>Excellent communication skills. </li></ul>The benefitsWe are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include: <ul><li>Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly </li><li>Training and development </li><li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more </li></ul><ul></ul>

Client Accounts Administrator

Title: Carpenter Multi TradeContract Type: Permanent, Full time, 40 hoursSalary: £39,707 per annumGrade: DM Tech 05Working Location: Greenwich, Bexley and surrounding areasPersona: Mobile worker - contractual hours to be worked from various locations such as resident homes with ad hoc office attendance as requiredClosing Date: 28th January at 11pmInterviews will be held at our office in Sidcup on Tuesday 3rd February Please click here for the role profile - <a href="https://lqgroup.engageats.co.uk//ViewAttachment.aspx?enc=jmxpV+AcVus8i/wvT3FZXrrCOvCUGNWd9uca/tGZrAJOxn0uaIw998B27m1Z2faQEFIfqS+HZSZD7zHYMI4X5FRtK5Phxf0ghURWZU0MmA+GhSHXZnBWA/ls2sUsp9fS" target="_blank">Role Profile - Carpenter.doc</a> <a href="https://lqgroup.engageats.co.uk/ViewAttachment.aspx?enc=jmxpV+AcVus8i/wvT3FZXrrCOvCUGNWd9uca/tGZrAJOxn0uaIw998B27m1Z2faQVbosBRgHjuwfydhvjWYm3RxWgwfQLmNoWM4XSgWLWVq5ORjp2TA52yPUrtGoFmkE" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">Benefits</a> include: Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">many more</a>…Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated.*Previous Applicants May Not Apply* - (if prior applications were regretted within 12 weeks)Join our Repairs Team at L&amp;Q:Our South London repairs team are looking for a Multi trader Carpenter to join the team on a permanent basis. The role will cover Greenwich, Bexley and surrounding areasIt is essential to have a manual driving license to carry out this role and they must have hand tools (larger tools and specialist equipment will be arranged if needed).Your impact in the role:Our Multi trade/Carpenters are expected to carry out a range of tasks inclusive of internal and external door fitting, Splice repairs, General Locksmith, bathroom Sub Floors, Bath panels and framework kitchen repairs/refits and Other general Maintenance repairs. Ideally you will also be able to carry out internal/external window repairs including single and double glazing, repairs to doors, lock refits and repairs.It is important to have effective communication skills, have experience of working in a building and/or housing maintenance environment including a knowledge of a varied housing stock.Customer satisfaction is of the utmost importance to L&amp;Q and as a first line of contact to our residents. We expect our operatives to have outstanding customer service and ability to deliver a right first-time service. Limiting follow ons and increasing satisfaction.Core hours are Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm in general. There is the opportunity to earn more from call outs and out of hours service. What you'll bring:· Sound working trade knowledge and experience · Experience gained within a Maintenance, site and/or Housing environment and NVQ. · Able to deliver excellent customer service · Right first-time approach· Health and Safety Conscious · Previous experience in a similar role · Wide range of Multi trade skillsIf you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email <a href="mailto:lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk</a>About L&amp;Q:We’re one of the UK’s leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people’s health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life.250,000 people call our properties ‘home’, and we’re proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England.People are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/-/media/files/careers/behavioural-framework.pdf" target="_blank">values and behavioural framework</a>, which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&amp;Q.At L&amp;Q, we know that diversity and inclusion make us stronger – and they’re at the heart of everything we do.When we recruit, we look at what really matters: your skills, experience, and potential. We’re proud to be recognised for creating an inclusive workplace. We’re a Disability Confident Leader (Level 3) and we’ve introduced our own Recruitment Advocate scheme to make sure every step of our hiring process is fair, transparent, and consistent. It’s all part of our commitment to ending discrimination and making L&amp;Q a place where everyone feels welcome. Fine out more <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/about-landq/our-vision-and-values/ethics-and-diversity" target="_blank">here</a>.Sustainability is also at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK’s largest housing associations.Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq" target="_blank">here</a> to find out more about L&amp;Q and why you should join us!<ul></ul>

London and Quadrant Housing Trust

Carpenter Thames - 7446

We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler.We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause.More about your roleThis a varied and interesting role, as Duty Manager you will wear many hats! Such as managing, recruiting and training staff, dealing with customer's concerns, driving up memberships, preparing reports and attending meetings. You will represent the Places Leisure and you will need to be a motivated individual who will take on responsibility to lead a team and ensure the efficient day to day running of the centre.You will need a flexible approach to work being open to working shifts including evenings, weekends and public holidays.For more information please download our job profile available on our website.More about youWith this role you will be managing a large team, so previous experience in a supervisory/management capacity within a leisure facility would be desirable. As a Duty Manager you will become one of our registered first aiders and therefore first aid experience would set you apart from other candidates. We are looking for someone with excellent customer service and leadership skills.It is essential that you hold a NPLQ qualification. BenefitsWe are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:<ul><li>We align with the Real Living Wage foundation</li><li>Full Health &amp; Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors</li><li>A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%</li><li>Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more)</li><li>An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave</li><li>Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development</li><li>Access to our Company Pension scheme</li><li>Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year</li><li>Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes</li><li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.</li></ul>





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Duty Manager

At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise, we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees. More about your role:We are looking to recruit 2 Assembly Technicians on a permanent basis. Reporting to the Factory Manager, you will undertake assembly work on the full range of Modularwise Ltd products, ensuring that all products are manufactured in accordance with drawings and specification, using the correct materials and fixings.On a daily basis, you will assist all members of the workforce, including resources that have been subcontracted. In addition, you will ensure that all assembly work is performed in accordance with the requirements of Health and Safety. This role is based on site 5 days a week at The Old Cinema, Shobdon, Leominster, Herefordshire, HR6 9NR with working hours of Monday to Thursday 8am to 4.30pm and Friday 7am to 3.30pm.For more information, please download our job profile available on our website.More about you:The successful candidate will have experience in basic joinery, electrics, tiling or decorating. Experience of working in a similar manufacturing or assembly is preferred. The successful candidate will have:<ul><li>Experience in basic joinery, plumbing, Electrics, tiling, decorating,</li><li>Worked in a manufacturing or assembly position,</li><li>Excellent communication skills and be able to work as part of a team.</li></ul>The benefits:We are a large, diverse, and ambitious business, offering job security and all the challenges you could wish for. Here, people can flourish, thrive, better themselves, and work in fantastic communities with inspirational colleagues and customers. We like to invest in our people; therefore, the successful job holders will have the opportunity to undergo training within the company, including the opportunity to enroll in apprenticeship courses.<ul><li>Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year </li><li>A bonus scheme for all colleague</li><li>Pension with matched contributions</li><li>Excellent holiday pay</li><li>Training</li><li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas, and much more.</li></ul><ul></ul>

Assembly Technician

Salary: Competitive Location: Stratford, London or Trafford, Manchester Closing date: Sunday 15th February, midnight<a href="https://lqgroup.engageats.co.uk//ViewAttachment.aspx?enc=jmxpV+AcVus8i/wvT3FZXrrCOvCUGNWd9uca/tGZrAJOxn0uaIw998B27m1Z2faQrnwzgA+msfbqt7R030F84bkO3TKSzyngMjPrYuX6ET5SeM347O0qeNt8PtU0o7Ay" target="_blank">Director of Customer Services.docx</a>Would you like the opportunity to lead a complex andhigh-performing customer service team during a period of strategictransformation, shaping how L&amp;Q responds to customer enquiries andtransforms its approach to complaints? At L&amp;Q, we passionately believe thata great customer experience, built on trust, responsiveness, and empathy, is asessential as quality homes. Our transformation journey is driven by acommitment to design a new operating model that delivers the best possibleoffer for our customers and supports our organisational evolution.As our Director of Customer Service, you will providevisible, resilient leadership to a large, dispersed team delivering a demandingservice. Our contact centre colleagues work remotely and handle challengingsituations every day, so your ability to inspire, motivate and support themwill be critical. You will lead the contact centre operations, ensuringefficiency, consistency, and excellence in customer engagement, while shaping aproactive and learning-led approach to complaint resolution and prevention. Workingclosely with the Transformation Programme, you will deliver a new targetoperating model that simplifies processes, embeds digital tools, and nurtures ahigh-performing customer-first culture. You will champion the reimagining ofcustomer services in ways that promote visible, meaningful improvements andcollaborate with senior leaders across Housing, Property Services, Investmentand IT to embed the voice of residents in decision-making.This is both a critical and an exciting time for L&amp;Q. Wehave recently made significant investment in our customer service andneighbourhood housing teams, strengthening capacity and capability to improveresponsiveness and consistency. These enhancements will enable us to reducewaiting times, deliver a more seamless experience for residents, and ensure ourservices are equipped to meet future demands. This role offers the opportunityto be at the heart of that change, helping shape the next chapter of ourtransformation journey.We are looking for an experienced leader from social housingor an allied customer-focused, regulated sector, with a proven track record ofmanaging large, remote teams delivering complex services under pressure. Youwill have the ability to lead transformation programmes involving processredesign, system implementation, and cultural change, alongside strongjudgement and collaboration skills to influence across functions and elevatethe resident voice. Above all, you will be passionate about building inclusive,empowered teams aligned around delivering exceptional customer service anddriving operational excellence.At L&amp;Q, we nurture an empowering and values-drivenenvironment where colleagues feel respected, supported, and inspired to deliverexcellence. Diversity and inclusion are actively lived, and all voices arevalued. Continuous improvement is celebrated, mistakes are learningopportunities and successes are shared wins. Residents are central to everydecision; their feedback informs outcomes.If you are excited by this fantastic opportunity and would like to learn more about how you could help us achieve our ambitions, then please reach out to our partners at GatenbySanderson.Rosie Gunn on 07964 841 007 Sandra Jones on 07826 404 091 Or visit the microsite by clicking here: <a href="https://join-lq.co.uk/" target="_blank">https://join-lq.co.uk/</a>Closing date: Sunday 15th February 2026 – midnightWe are committed to building a truly diverse and inclusive leadership team. We value diversity in all its forms, including gender, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity and recognise the importance of representation at senior levels. As part of our commitment, we guarantee an interview for at least one female candidate and one candidate from an ethnically diverse background for all senior leadership roles, provided they meet the essential criteria.





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Director of Customer Services

Salary: Competitive Location: Stratford, London or Trafford, Manchester Closing date: Sunday 15th February, midnight<a href="https://lqgroup.engageats.co.uk//ViewAttachment.aspx?enc=jmxpV+AcVus8i/wvT3FZXrrCOvCUGNWd9uca/tGZrAJOxn0uaIw998B27m1Z2faQVnlVjGNiaUVFiuaSvRIAcXmwlfZ8Y83s7FgUplJZhXPnEodJBvkDtoGGRR272Ul3" target="_blank">Director of Income and Lettings Role Profile.docx</a>Would you like the opportunity to lead a criticalcustomer-facing service during a period of strategic transformation, shapinghow we deliver Empty Homes. Lettings and Income services while drivingperformance and cultural change? At L&amp;Q, our mission is to create homes andneighbourhoods everyone can be proud of, and we believe that deliveringexceptional customer experiences and operational excellence is as important asproviding quality homes. This role is central to achieving that mission, ensuringthat every service we deliver reflects our commitment to residents and supportsthriving communities.This is a pivotal role in our customer directorate.You will lead the, Income, Empty Homes and Lettings services, ensuring thatperformance standards are consistently met and improved, while embedding aculture of accountability, collaboration, and customer focus. Working closelywith the Transformation Programme, you will deliver a new operating model thatsimplifies processes, leverages digital tools, and fosters a high-performing,customer-first culture. This work directly supports L&amp;Q’s corporate strategyto achieve operational excellence, streamlining services, improving efficiency,and ensuring that every interaction delivers value for residents andstrengthens trust in our organisation.We are looking for an experienced leader with a strong trackrecord in housing management. You will bring expertise in transforming servicesand have successfully delivered process redesign, system implementation, andcultural change. Your ability to exercise sound judgement, collaborateeffectively, and influence across functions will be essential to ensure thevoice of residents shapes every decision. Above all, you will be passionateabout building inclusive, empowered teams that deliver exceptional customerservice and drive operational excellence.At L&amp;Q, we foster an empowering, values-drivenenvironment where colleagues feel respected, supported, and inspired to deliverexcellence. Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our culture, andcontinuous improvement is celebrated, mistakes are learning opportunities, andsuccesses are shared wins. Residents are central to every decision; theirfeedback informs outcomes.If you are excited by this fantastic opportunity and would like to learn more about how you could help us achieve our ambitions, then please reach out to our partners at GatenbySanderson.Rosie Gunn on 07964 841 007 Sandra Jones on 07826 404 091 Or visit the microsite by clicking here: <a href="https://join-lq.co.uk/" target="_blank">https://join-lq.co.uk/</a>Closing date: Sunday 15th February 2026 – midnightWe are committed to building a truly diverse and inclusive leadership team. We value diversity in all its forms, including gender, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity and recognise the importance of representation at senior levels. As part of our commitment, we guarantee an interview for at least one female candidate and one candidate from an ethnically diverse background for all senior leadership roles, provided they meet the essential criteria.





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