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Reading Borough Council is seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor to join the Property Services Team. This role is an opportunity to oversee cost control, contract management, and procurement for a range of projects, including housing improvements, new builds, and maintenance schemes. We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. We are open to flexible working patterns and can provide a hybrid working environment which utilises the best of both worlds with a mix of office working in central Reading and homeworking according to the needs of the Service. About the role: The Quantity Surveyor will provide expert cost advice, ensure financial efficiency, and help shape the council’s approach to procurement and contract management. The role will involve managing various procurement exercise, including materials supply contract worth over £1.5 million annually while ensuring best value and quality. Key responsibilities include:
<ul>
<li>Providing cost estimates, valuations, and financial reporting for projects.</li>
<li>Advising on contract types, dispute resolution, and procurement processes.</li>
<li>Managing tenders, contract assessments, and overseeing outsourced contracts.</li>
<li>Attending site meetings and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.</li>
<li>Liaising with stakeholders, including Councillors, Senior Officers, and external consultants.</li>
</ul>
About you: To be successful in this role, candidates should have:
<ul>
<li>A recognized construction industry qualification (RICS/BSc/HND/HNC or similar).</li>
<li>Extensive experience in cost planning, project management, and contract administration.</li>
<li>Strong negotiation and communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.</li>
<li>High numeracy skills and proficiency in IT systems for project monitoring.</li>
<li>A commitment to equal opportunities and sustainability, aligning with the council’s values.</li>
<li>A valid UK driving licence.</li>
</ul>
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed Our offer: We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment. A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
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<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities&nbsp;</li>
<li>Modern working environment at 19 Bennet Road in Reading</li>
<li>
<a href="http://www.berkshirepensions.org.uk/" target="_blank">Local Government Pension Scheme</a> (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to &amp; from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.&nbsp; The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
</ul>
For more information on this position please contact Mike Carpenter, Housing Projects Manager. <a href="mailto:Mike.carpenter@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">Mike.carpenter@reading.gov.uk</a> or 07711 879 526 Closing Date: Sunday 17th August 2025 Interview Date: To be confirmed Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Reading Borough Council

Quantity Surveyor - Property Services Team

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Income Recovery OfficerSalary: £34,107Hours: Full time (35) - Hybrid Location: Hemel Hempstead We're thrilled to announce a new opportunity for an Income Recovery Officer. In this role, the successful candidate will maintain precise records, build positive relationships with tenants, and contribute to the enhancement of monitoring systems. Responsibilities also include staying informed about relevant legislation, participating in meetings, and ensuring all tasks are carried out in accordance with established policies and best practices.Key Responsibilities:<ul>
<li>Manage and monitor rent accounts, ensuring regular reviews and appropriate actions in line with policies.</li>
<li>Prepare and serve legal notices and represent Hightown in possession cases as necessary.</li>
<li>Conduct home visits to tenants as required by tenancy conduct or procedures.</li>
<li>Coordinate responses to welfare reform, ensuring policies reflect legislative changes and effective data collection.</li>
<li>Liaise with Housing Benefit departments and the Department of Work and Pensions for prompt payment and issue resolution.</li>
<li>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of housing and welfare benefits, providing advice and signposting tenants to relevant agencies.</li>
</ul>Experience and Qualifications Required:<ul>
<li>Relevant experience as an Income Recovery Officer or in credit control and debt/arrears recovery.</li>
<li>Educated to GCSE level with a grade C or above in English and Maths.</li>
<li>Proficient in using computer systems, including spreadsheets and various software packages.</li>
<li>Knowledge and understanding of Housing and Welfare benefits.</li>
<li>Previous experience engaging with customers or service users.</li>
</ul>Why Join Us?Competitive Salary: £34,107Generous Leave: 33 days of annual leave including Bank Holidays (pro rata).Bonuses and Benefits: Monthly attendance bonus, life assurance (3x salary), and retail discounts.Career Development: Access to training and development opportunities.Wellbeing Support: Health and wellbeing services.Fitness Facilities: Free access to our on-site gym.About Us:Hightown Housing Association is a charitable housing association operating across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Berkshire. We believe everyone deserves a home and the support they need. Our mission is to build new homes and provide excellent housing and support services.With over 9,000 homes and a team of more than 1,100 dedicated staff, we are committed to making a positive impact in our communities.Please note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and therefore we may close the vacancy early. Interested applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure they are considered.Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS and references.We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

Hightown Housing Association

Income Recovery Officer

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An opportunity has arisen to join Tower Hamlets and the City of London Youth Justice Service as a Youth Justice Case Prevention Officer on a permanent basis.We are seeking a Case Prevention Officer who has excellent skills in engaging and developing positive trusting relationships with children and their families from diverse backgrounds. The relationships built with children and their families are pivotal to all aspects of youth justice practice.As a Case Prevention Officer, you will be allocated children aged 10-17 years old who have been referred to the Youth Justice Service by the Police or Court for consideration of an out-of-court disposal or via our prevention offer. You will undertake high quality assessments and devise individualised intervention plans tailored to children’s needs which have a positive impact upon children’s desistance from offending, safety and protection of the public. You will have an unwavering commitment to delivering the best outcomes for Tower Hamlets &amp; the City of London children.The Youth Justice Service is committed to ‘child first’ principles and approach for which collaboration with children, families and multi-agency partners is at the heart of everything we do. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of approaches including trauma informed, restorative and relational approaches.The Youth Justice Service is a multi-disciplinary team consisting of partners including speech and language therapists, substance misuse practitioner, police, child &amp; adolescent mental health clinician, education officer and therapeutic practitioners.For more information, please contact Jaz Germain (<a href="mailto:Jaz.germain@towerhamlets.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jaz.germain@towerhamlets.gov.uk</a>)Please be aware, the application stage may close early if we receive a high number of responses.&nbsp; Additional DetailsTower Hamlets vision for our borough is that: people are aspirational, independent and have equal access to opportunities; we are a borough that our residents are proud of and love to live in; and we are a dynamic, outcomes-based council using digital innovation and partnership working to respond to the changing needs of our borough. We want people who aspire to our TOWER values: Together; Open; Willing; Excellent; Respect.Tower Hamlets has a zero-tolerance approach to, and works to eradicate, all forms of discrimination on the basis of race, sex, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital status, status as a civil partner, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy and maternity and looks to employ a diverse workforce representative of those groups. We recognise that people can also be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. &nbsp;We are a Disability Confident Employer, which means applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the post are guaranteed an interview. Care experience has also been adopted by the Council as an additional protected characteristic.We welcome applicants interested in flexible working arrangements and also applicants who live in the borough.&nbsp;

London Borough of Tower Hamlets

Youth Justice Service Case Prevention Officer

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Apply before 11:55pm on Monday 18th August 2025
The IPO is an exciting modern organisation where technology is a key component of our services to operate and innovate effectively. We are currently delivering a major end to end digital transformation program bringing cutting-edge technologies into our estate whilst also maintaining our live services.
As a proactive and experienced Delivery Manager aligned to one of our service squads, you will be responsible for ensuring effective delivery across your squad, including new and ongoing products and services, and their operational management.
You will work closely with Product Managers and ensure planning, execution, tracking and reporting of priorities, while balancing Agile best practices with pragmatic delivery decisions.
The service squad is a multi-disciplinary team, including Development Engineers, Test Engineers, Technical Architects, Product Managers, User Researchers, Business Analysts and Service Owners.
The successful candidate will have a proven background in running functional Agile teams and be passionate about Agile delivery methodologies for converting extensive backlogs to production ready systems at pace. The role is critical in enabling the team to deliver high quality outcomes, efficiently and collaboratively, while aligning closely with wider programme objectives and timelines.
You will be part of a wider Delivery Manager Community of Practice aimed at maintaining and enhancing standards of practice around Delivery Management across the DDaT Directorate. As such, you will play an integral role in not only the professional development of others in the Community of Practice but also for those that make up the service squads, by feeding into and influencing their own Communities of Practice, continually driving DDaT forward.
You will have extensive experience and knowledge in delivery management, stakeholder management, Agile ways of working and their associated frameworks, such as SCRUM and Kanban.
Main duties consist of but are not limited to:
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Facilitate Agile Ceremonies: stand-ups, planning, retrospectives, and reviews to maintain momentum and foster continuous improvement.</li>
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Team Planning &amp; Prioritisation: Support the team in estimating, tracking, and delivering priorities, ensuring alignment with business goals.</li>
<li>
Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with the Product Manager and technical stakeholders to understand priorities and dependencies.</li>
<li>
Workflow: Oversee the daily flow of work items, ensuring progression from backlog to delivery, using flow metrics where appropriate to enhance predictability and efficiency.</li>
<li>
Reporting &amp; Insights: Track and report against key milestones and forecasts, providing clear visibility on team progress.</li>
<li>
Programme-Level Engagement: Represent the team in programme-level sessions, articulating updates, risks, and dependencies.</li>
<li>
Risk &amp; Issue Management: Identify and address risks promptly, ensuring mitigation plans are in place.</li>
<li>
Incident Response: Act as a key escalation point during live incidents, helping to coordinate resolution and communication.</li>
<li>
Removing Blockers: Proactively address obstacles that hinder team performance and ensure a clear pathway for delivery.</li>
<li>
Continuous Improvement: Drive team maturity in agile delivery practices, fostering a culture of learning and adaptation.</li>
<li>
Cross-Team Dependencies: Understand and manage dependencies with other teams and workstreams across the programme. Ensure smooth integration and alignment of delivery plans.</li>
</ul>
Working Style
This role will be carried out in-line with IPO Hybrid working arrangements where staff are currently expected to spend at least 20% of their time working onsite from one of our offices. This role is based in our&nbsp;Newport.
The requirement for attendance at an office location can vary by role so we would encourage candidates to discuss working arrangements with the recruiting manager to agree a reasonable balance between working from home and the office.
Essential criteria
<ul>
<li>Experienced Delivery Manager with proven background in running cross functional agile delivery teams.</li>
<li>Extensive experience of Agile methodologies including SCRUM, Kanban and knowledge of DevOps.</li>
<li>Experience of leading teams delivering solutions as part of a wider programme of delivery.</li>
<li>Evidence of communicating effectively across the wider organisation, understanding differing stakeholders for example technical/non-technical and political boundaries, understanding the context.</li>
<li>Expertise in facilitating agile ceremonies and team collaboration.</li>
<li>Ability to manage priorities, dependencies, and risks effectively.</li>
<li>Extensive background in providing accurate, timely information on progress, resourcing, and impediments to allow informed decision making</li>
<li>Experience using agile tools such as Azure DevOps, Actionable Agile or similar.</li>
<li>Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.</li>
<li>Experience of leading technical delivery teams utilising automated delivery methodologies including automated development pipelines, automated testing, operations etc.</li>
<li>Ability to Influence, both inside the Digital, Data and Technology department, and across the organisation.</li>
<li>Familiarity with Kanban flow metrics and data-driven decision-making.</li>
<li>Demonstrable experience producing high value Project Delivery MI</li>
<li>A passion for continuous improvement and agile best practices.</li>
<li>Product Manager/Product Owner experience to help understand the wider delivery direction</li>
<li>Understanding of DSIT/CDDO digital and technology pipelines</li>
<li>A relevant Scrum Master/Agile Project Manager qualification</li>
</ul>
<h2>Benefits</h2>


Alongside your salary of £46,262, Intellectual Property Office contributes £13,402 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a>




<ul>
<li>Unlimited Pluralsight video learning access</li>
<li>Access to Microsoft’s ESI training suite</li>
<li>Hybrid working with no core hours</li>
<li>Substantial support for career progression</li>
<li>25 days annual leave moving to 30 days in annual increments</li>
<li>You will also get 8 days public leave and 1 day privilege leave</li>
</ul>
Additional details on security and vetting
Successful candidates must pass a&nbsp;disclosure and barring security check&nbsp;and if successful you must also hold, or be willing to obtain, a&nbsp;higher Security Clearance.
For meaningful checks to be carried out individuals will need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time, depending on the level of clearance, to enable appropriate checks to be carried out and produce a result which provides the required level of assurance. For this role the successful individual will need to have&nbsp;consistently lived in the UK for a minimum 5 years&nbsp;in order to meet the relevant security clearance.

Agile Delivery Manager

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A Week in the Life of an Information and Data Governance Manager at Enfield Council 
Curious what it’s like to be in this role? Here’s a glimpse into a typical week… 
~~Monday~~ 
You kick off the week with a morning check-in with your team. As part of Digital Services, you’re responsible for leading the Council’s approach to information governance, so you review the latest compliance reports and check the status of any ongoing audits. A few departments have flagged overdue updates to their Information Asset Registers, so you send reminders and offer support. 
Mid-morning, you join a cross-departmental meeting to discuss the rollout of a new document management system. You advise on retention schedules and data classification protocols to ensure compliance with GDPR and internal policies. After lunch, you draft updates to the Council’s Data Sharing Agreement template, incorporating feedback from Legal and Cyber Security colleagues. 
You end the day reviewing the latest FOI and SAR requests with your Information Governance Officer, ensuring responses are on track and escalating any complex cases. 
 
~~Tuesday~~ 
Today starts with a Digital Services stand-up. You share progress on the annual Public Services Network (PSN) audit and flag a few areas needing attention before submission. 
Later, you meet with the Council’s Data Protection Officer to discuss a recent data incident. Together, you assess the root cause, draft a response plan, and prepare a briefing for the SIRO. You also liaise with the Cyber Security team to ensure technical controls are aligned with policy. 
In the afternoon, you deliver a training session on information governance for new starters. You enjoy tailoring the content to different services, helping staff understand their responsibilities and how to handle sensitive data securely. 
 
~~Wednesday~~ 
You begin with a review of the Council’s retention schedule. A few services have requested guidance on archiving legacy records, so you consult with Records Management colleagues and prepare tailored advice. 
Midday, you join a pan-London working group on AI data ethics. You share Enfield’s approach to ethical oversight and learn how other boroughs are adapting to emerging technologies. You make a note to update internal guidance to reflect best practice as a result of the collaboration. 
Later, you meet with Procurement to review a new supplier contract. You ensure data ownership clauses are clear and that information governance standards are embedded in the agreement. 
 
~~Thursday~~ 
No stand-up today, so you focus on policy development. You’re revising the Council’s Information Governance Framework, incorporating recent legislative changes and feedback from stakeholders. 
Just before lunch, you have your weekly 1-to-1 with the Head of Project Delivery and Governance. You discuss progress on audits, training delivery, and upcoming workshops. Your manager asks you to lead a briefing for Elected Members next week on data protection responsibilities. 
In the afternoon, you support the Digital Services SMT by preparing evidence of compliance for an internal assurance review. You collate documentation, highlight key risks, and propose mitigation strategies. 
 
~~Friday~~ 
You start the day by finalising your report on last quarter’s information governance performance. It includes metrics on FOI response times, training completion rates, and audit outcomes. 
Mid-morning, you join a webinar on ISO27001 implementation in local government. You take away ideas for strengthening Enfield’s information security posture and plan to share them with the Cyber Security team. 
After lunch, you attend the weekly Digital Services retro and planning meeting. You share highlights from your week and outline priorities for the next. A colleague asks for help reviewing a new AI tool’s data handling practices—you volunteer. 
You end the week by tidying up your notes, following up on emails, and making sure everything’s ready for another busy week. 
Contact Details - 
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Liz Smith on <a href="mailto:liz.smith@enfield.gov.uk" target="_blank">liz.smith@enfield.gov.uk</a> to arrange an informal discussion about the job. 
We do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV. 
We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more. 
Why it's great to work for Enfield Council: 
 
 - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 
 - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas. 
 - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles. 
 - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months. 
 - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods. 
 - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family. 
 - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work. 
 - 1 month paid sabbatical for Children’s Social Workers 
 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 
If you have previously applied for this role within the past 6 months, unfortunately, a second application will not be considered.

London Borough of Enfield

Information and Data Governance Manager

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Location: Hybrid - Lift Schools, EdCity, 1 EdCity Walk, London W12 7TF and some home based working (3 days in the London office and two at home)Salary: £40,000 - £48,000 per annum, dependent upon experienceHours: 37 hours a week, 52 weeks per year (all year round)Contract: Fixed Term, Maternity Cover for one yearStart date: September 2025Are you ready to make a difference to a child's education?With 57 schools, Lift Schools is one of the country's largest multi-academy trusts. Good governance is critical to school improvement and to the achievement of our strategic objectives. Education governance refers to the systems, policies, and processes through which an education system or institution is controlled, managed, and held accountable to achieve its goals and ensure quality.This is an exciting opportunity to join a friendly, agile and highly collaborative governance team that is deeply committed to serving schools and ensuring added value through robust governance. We are looking for a diplomatic and self-motivated Governance Officer who will be able to deal with a wide range of tasks and enquiries in an efficient and organised manner. You will be an integral part of ensuring day-to-day delivery of effective governance at all levels, including supporting processes related to parental complaints and pupil suspensions/exclusions, and will act as a main point of contact for schools.This role plays a crucial part in ensuring that our schools operate within a strong governance framework and that statutory and trust procedures are followed fairly and consistently. You will work closely with school leaders and our regional officers to ensure the effective handling of sensitive and complex matters.An interest in education governance is warmly welcomed and will be supported through professional development opportunities, but it is not essential for this role. We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had. We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.We offer you: <ul>
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Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career. 
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Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.</li>
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Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.</li>
</ul>This post is due to commence in September 2025 and will be a fixed term, maternity cover position for one year.Closing date: Tuesday 26 August 2025Interviews: Will be held the week commencing 01 September 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Governance Officer - Maternity Cover

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<h2>Good Growth</h2>
Good Growth is responsible for delivering and implementing the Mayor’s environment, transport and economic strategies and for the effective implementation of the London Plan. The Directorate is also responsible for regeneration (where the programme is not housing led), enterprise, growth, capital projects and design work.
<h2>About the team</h2>
The Environment and Energy unit is responsible for the policies and programmes related to the Mayor’s ambitions around the natural environment, climate adaptation and his net zero 2030 target.&nbsp;
The Programme Management Coordination team is a cross-cutting team at the heart of the Unit, providing leadership on governance, finance, business coordination, communications, stakeholder engagement, and monitoring and evaluation activities for the Unit. Working closely with the Principal Evaluation Officer and Head of Programme Management Coordination, you will establish a hub of programme and project management expertise for the Unit, providing guidance and implementation support to delivery teams, aligned with GLA’s Portfolio Management Framework.
<h2>About the role</h2>
This role will play a central part in embedding strong programme and project management practices across the Environment and Energy Unit. You will be responsible for supporting the Unit to implement the GLA’s Portfolio Management Framework across the project lifecycle, from initiation through to delivery and closure. You will coordinate programme-level activities such as quarterly reporting, risk register management, and lessons learned reviews, and will work closely with delivery leads to embed standardised, governance and management processes.
You will also lead the mobilisation and business-as-usual implementation of Asana as the Unit’s project management tool. As part of a wider organisational rollout, you will act as the key Asana contact point for the Unit supporting onboarding, coordinating feedback, and helping colleagues adopt new processes.
Collaboration is also key. You will work with internal Portfolio Management Office functions as well as wider teams like the Good Growth Coordination team, Digital Experience Unit, and Corporate Governance and Performance, helping align approaches and share learning across the organisation. This is an exciting and varied role that offers visibility across a broad range of environmental and energy programmes, while shaping the systems and practices that underpin successful delivery.
<h2>What your day will look like</h2>
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<li>Supporting the development and rollout of standardised project and programme management tools and approaches, ensuring alignment with the GLA Portfolio Management Framework.</li>
<li>Providing flexible programme and project support across the lifecycle of a diverse portfolio of environment programmes, including planning and initiation, monitoring and evaluation planning, setting up governance structures, ongoing reporting and risk reviews, and closure.</li>
<li>Compiling and maintaining an overview of programme-level risks, issues, and lessons learned; analysing trends and feeding into corporate reporting and continuous improvement processes.</li>
<li>Coordinating the mobilisation and ongoing use of Asana for project tracking and reporting across the Unit, supporting colleagues to adopt new processes and proving day-to-day support after mobilisation.</li>
<li>Providing secretariat support, coordination, and progress tracking of the Unit’s internal Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) work programme.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Skills, knowledge and experience</h2>
To be considered for the role you must meet the following&nbsp;essential criteria:
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<li>Understanding of varied models of project and programme governance and how they apply to complex projects involving multiple internal and external partners. Experience of monitoring and evaluation of projects, setting performance indicators, collecting data, risk and issue management, and capturing lessons learned.&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Experience of project management and delivery to high standards and with varied stakeholders.</li>
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<li>Experience of working with high profile stakeholders and senior management in a complex/political environment and preparing briefings.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Advanced knowledge of IT systems including MS Outlook, Word, Excel databases PowerPoint, Sharepoint and Teams.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Knowledge of or willingness to learn Asana.</li>
</ul>

<h2>Behavioural Competencies</h2>

Communicating and Influencing
… is presenting information and arguments clearly and convincingly so that others see us as credible and articulate, and engage with us.

Level 2 indicators of effective performance:
<ul>
<li>Communicates openly and inclusively with internal and external stakeholders</li>
<li>Clearly articulates the key points of an argument, both in verbal and written communication</li>
<li>Persuades others, using evidence based knowledge, modifying approach to deliver message effectively</li>
<li>Challenges the views of others in an open and constructive way</li>
<li>Presents a credible and positive image both internally and externally</li>
</ul>

Planning and Organising
… is thinking ahead, managing time, priorities and risk, and developing structured and efficient approaches to deliver work on time and to a high standard.
Level 2 indicators of effective performance:
<ul>
<li>Prioritises work in line with key team or project deliverables</li>
<li>Makes contingency plans to account for changing work priorities, deadlines and milestones</li>
<li>Identifies and consults with sponsors or stakeholders in planning work</li>
<li>Pays close attention to detail, ensuring team’s work is delivered to a high standard</li>
<li>Negotiates realistic timescales for work delivery, ensuring team deliverables can be met</li>
</ul>
Building and Managing relationships
… is developing rapport and working effectively with a diverse range of people, sharing knowledge and skills to deliver shared goals.
Level 3 indicators of effective performance
<ul>
<li>Actively engages partners and encourages other to build relationships that support GLA objectives</li>
<li>Understands and recognises the contributions that staff at all levels make to delivering priorities</li>
<li>Proactively manages partner relationships, preventing or resolving any conflict</li>
<li>Adapts style to work effectively with partners, building consensus trust and respect</li>
<li>Delivers objectives by bringing together diverse stakeholders to work effectively in partnerships</li>
</ul>
Responding to Pressure and Change
…is being flexible and adapting positively, to sustain performance when the situation changes, workload increases, tensions rise or priorities shift.
Level 2 indicators of effective performance:
<ul>
<li>Maintains a focus on key priorities and deliverables, staying resilient in the face of pressure</li>
<li>Anticipates and adapts flexibly to changing requirements</li>
<li>Uses challenges as an opportunity to learn and improve</li>
<li>Participates fully and encourages others to engage in change initiatives</li>
<li>Manages team’s well-being, supporting them to cope with pressure and change</li>
</ul>


The GLA Competency Framework Guidelines further detailing each competency and the different level indicators can be found here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.london.gov.uk/sites/default/files/gla_competency_framework_hr_28june2021.pdf" target="_blank">GLA Competency Framework</a>
 This role is based at London Fire Brigade’s Head Office (Union Street SE1 0LL).
<h2>How to apply</h2>

If you would like to apply for the role you will need to submit the following:
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<li>Up to date CV</li>
<li>Personal statement with a maximum of 1500 words. Please ensure you address how you demonstrate the essential criteria and behavioural competencies outlined above in the advert.</li>
</ul>
Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement have a maximum file size of 1.5MB each and upload your Personal Statement to the ‘CV and Cover Letters’ section’ of the form, ensuring you address the&nbsp;essential criteria and behavioural competencies&nbsp;in your Personal Statement.
Word or PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images. Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement are saved with the job reference number as part of the naming convention (E.g., “CV – applicant name - 012345)
As part of GLA’s continuing commitment to be an inclusive and equal opportunity employer we will be removing personal identifiable information from CVs and Personal Statements that could cause discrimination.&nbsp;
<h2>
 If you have questions about the role</h2>
If you wish to talk to someone about the role, the hiring manager Maleeha Kisat would be happy to speak to you. Please contact them at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Maleeha.Kisat@london.gov.uk" target="_blank">Maleeha.Kisat@london.gov.uk</a>. &nbsp;
If you have any questions about the recruitment process, contact the&nbsp;<a href="mailto:glaopdcrecruitment@tfl.gov.uk" target="_blank">glaopdcrecruitment@tfl.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;who support the GLA with recruitment.
<h2>Assessment process</h2>
Once you have submitted an application, your details will be reviewed by a panel.
If shortlisted, you’ll be invited to an interview/assessment.
The interview/assessment date is: Week commencing 15 September 2025.
<h2>Equality, diversity and inclusion</h2>
London's diversity is its biggest asset, and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.
 We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
 We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share.&nbsp;
 Please note we are a Disability Confident Employer so for candidates who wish to be considered under the scheme and meet the essential criteria, they will automatically be invited to interview. Please note, should you require any adjustments through the process, we will accommodate as much as possible. Please contact the recruitment team for further information if required.
<h2>Benefits</h2>
GLA staff are hybrid working up to 3 days a week in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office.
In addition to a good salary package, you will be paid every four weeks, providing frequent salary payments. We also offer an attractive range of benefits including 30 days’ annual leave, interest free season ticket loan, interest free bicycle loan and a career average pension scheme.
<h2>Additional Information</h2>

Please note, all candidates will need to confirm that the information provided in this application form is true and correct. Should a candidate deliberately give false information, including the use of AI software, they understand that this would disqualify them from consideration.

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record (DBS) check but some roles may require additional security screening.&nbsp;
<h2>More Support</h2>
If you have a disability which makes submitting an online application form difficult, please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:resourcingteam@london.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcingteam@london.gov.uk</a>.

Project and Programme Governance Officer

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</ul>

Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Officer to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment.&nbsp; We understand the importance of a good work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices and hybrid working opportunities.&nbsp;
<h3>About you…</h3>
This is a key role supporting the financial relationship between the council and schools, ensuring accurate, timely and effective financial processing and advice.
Working in a fast-paced and collaborative environment, you will be the vital link between schools and the council. You will work closely with a range of stakeholders, both internal and external, to support financial planning, monitoring and reporting.
<h3>About the team…</h3>
The CYPL Finance team oversees all financial aspects of the council’s work with children and young people, with this role focusing specifically on schools, budget support and financial compliance.
We are a team that values continuous improvement, shared learning and supporting each other to deliver high-quality services.
The team operates a hybrid working model, with an expectation of a minimum of 2 days per week in the council’s Time Square offices.
<h3>Key responsibilities…</h3>
<ul>
<li>You will assist with financial services and general support. This involves reporting, creating journals, budget movements, coding corrections and reconciliations.</li>
<li>Investigate general financial queries (including supporting the year-end closure and audit requests) and assist in maintaining manual and computerised records including Imprest accounts.</li>
<li>You will support the day-to-day processes for the team including but not limited to the preparation of invoicing for Academies.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits…&nbsp;</h3>
<ul>
<li>25 days* annual leave increasing to 28 days* after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days*.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
*(pro rata for part time)
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date&nbsp;</h3>
Interviews will be held on week commencing 1st September 2025.&nbsp;
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?&nbsp;</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
Matt Espley : Deputy Finance Business Partner : 01344 355309
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Bracknell Forest Council

Finance Officer

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</ul>

Please apply online (see below). If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by either emailing <a href="mailto:recruitment@sevenoaks.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@sevenoaks.gov.uk</a> or contacting us on 01732 227383 to discuss how we can assist you in applying.



We’re committed to delivering high-quality, safe and affordable homes for our communities. Our Housing Service plays a critical role in shaping housing policy, supporting vulnerable residents, and enabling the delivery of affordable housing schemes across the District.
As our new Housing Policy and Enforcement Manager, you’ll lead a dedicated team of four, which includes one Housing Enabling Officer, two Senior Private Sector Housing Officers, and one Private Sector Housing Support Officer, alongside indirect line management of external contractors. You’ll shape long-term plans, deliver projects that make a real difference, and work closely with partners to drive forward the Council’s housing ambitions.
Everything you need to know
We’re looking for an experienced housing professional with strategic vision, leadership ability, and a passion for improving homes and lives. Based at our Sevenoaks office, you'll also work closely with communities, contractors, and regional housing partners to ensure local needs are met and standards are upheld.
You'll be appointed at Band G (£51,494 – £54,587), with additional benefits including a generous pension, flexible working options, and a supportive working environment that values your expertise and initiative.
What you will be doing
<ul>
<li>Leading the Housing Policy and Enforcement team, managing officers and external contractors to deliver the Council’s housing priorities.</li>
<li>Developing and delivering the Council’s Housing Strategy, Empty Homes Strategy, and Private Sector Housing Grant and Enforcement Policies.</li>
<li>Supporting and enabling affordable housing delivery through strategic partnerships with Registered Providers, Homes England and health sector organisations.</li>
<li>Driving improvements in private sector housing, including the use of enforcement powers, licensing schemes, and grant delivery (e.g. Disabled Facilities Grants).</li>
<li>Overseeing the development and consultation of housing policy, ensuring plans are evidence-led and responsive to local need.</li>
<li>Managing housing data, needs assessments and monitoring performance against key targets and national indicators.</li>
<li>Representing the Council at regional forums and working groups, such as the Kent Housing Group Strategy and Enabling Sub-Group.</li>
<li>Deputising for the Head of Housing when required and advising Members, SMT and external partners.</li>
</ul>
What you will bring to the role
<ul>
<li>Educated to degree level or equivalent experience in a relevant field.</li>
<li>Full driving licence and access to your own vehicle.</li>
<li>Strong strategic thinking and the ability to analyse housing needs across a wide range of community groups.</li>
<li>Proven success in housing policy, strategy, enabling and/or private sector housing enforcement.</li>
<li>Substantial experience in managing projects, teams and partnerships in a local government or housing setting.</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with elected Members, developers, landlords, planners, and residents.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of current housing legislation, planning policy and funding mechanisms.</li>
<li>A track record of developing successful bids and securing external funding for housing initiatives.</li>
<li>Budget and performance management experience with a focus on outcomes, risk management and value for money.</li>
<li>A customer-focused approach and ability to work flexibly, including occasional out-of-hours attendance.</li>
</ul>
What’s in it for you
We are one of the few local government authorities to hold Platinum Investors in People accreditation – our commitment to supporting and developing you is genuine and ongoing.
Other benefits include:
<ul>
<li>Enhanced annual leave of 31 days (excluding bank holidays)</li>
<li>Additional leave after 5 years of service</li>
<li>Extra Christmas closure day</li>
<li>Hybrid working</li>
<li>Generous Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Opportunities to join in with social activities</li>
<li>Free parking</li>
<li>Employee benefits including discounts on shopping, travel, days out and more,</li>
<li>Tusker car salary sacrifice scheme and discounts with your MOT</li>
<li>Access to BUPA Employee Assistance Programme; a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service</li>
</ul>
Find out more
For an informal discussion about this role, please get in touch with Alison Simmons on:
01732 227272
Best chance of being shortlisted
Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements, as your application will be judged against these criteria.
Closing date: 7th September 23:59
Interview date: 25th September&nbsp;

Housing Policy and Enforcement Manager

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Please apply online via the link provided.



Are you a seasoned accounting professional with local government experience? Folkestone &amp; Hythe District Council is seeking a dynamic and experienced Chief Accountant to join our dedicated team and lead the Accountancy Team. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in supporting the financial future of our district, working closely with the s151 officer and Deputy s151 officer.
Key Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>- Ensure budget preparation, monitoring, and the preparation of the Council’s annual financial statements are completed to specified standards and deadlines.</li>
<li>- Provide professional advice to Members and service management on the financial implications of current and proposed service delivery activities.</li>
<li>- Support new initiatives with financial modelling, options appraisal, and business planning.</li>
<li>- Conduct professional and technical research to ensure financial management activities and reporting align with best practices and legislation.</li>
<li>- Assist in the preparation of estimates for the Medium-Term Financial Strategy.</li>
<li>- Lead the delivery of the annual financial statement and audit for the council, including HRA, subsidiary companies, and charities.</li>
<li>- Manage the Collection Fund and oversee relevant accounting, returns, and pooling arrangements.</li>
<li>- Attend corporate leadership team &amp; Council committee meetings to introduce papers and respond to Member queries.</li>
<li>- Lead, develop, and motivate accountancy staff, ensuring effective succession planning and training.</li>
<li>- Identify and implement continuous improvement and best practice initiatives.</li>
<li>- Liaise with external and internal auditors, ensuring timely responses and implementation of recommendations.</li>
<li>- Optimise the use of technology in service delivery and identify new investment opportunities.</li>
</ul>
Person Specification
<ul>
<li>Essential Qualifications:&nbsp;CCAB part-qualified Accountant (professional stage). A management qualification would be desirable, but not essential.</li>
<li>Experience:&nbsp;At least 4 years of recent and relevant experience within a financial environment, ideally within local government. Extensive experience providing professional advice to senior stakeholders and managing financial reporting, record-keeping, and service development projects.</li>
<li>Skills: Excellent leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills. Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and build strong working relationships at all levels. Proficient in IT, particularly Microsoft Office and financial/ERP systems.</li>
</ul>
Why Join Us?
Folkestone &amp; Hythe is a dynamic and innovative place to live, work and visit. 
Recognised by Best Companies as an outstanding organisation to work for, we have a focus on wellbeing and staff development. Our benefits include:
<ul>
<li>Flexible Working:&nbsp;Embrace a culture that supports agile and hybrid working arrangements.</li>
<li>Generous Leave:&nbsp;Enjoy up to 31 days of holiday plus bank holidays, a flexi-time scheme, birthday leave, and Christmas office closure.</li>
<li>Pension Scheme:&nbsp;Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.</li>
<li>Family-Friendly Initiatives:&nbsp;Benefit from a range of family-friendly policies and support.</li>
<li>Health &amp; Wellbeing:&nbsp;Participate in health and wellbeing initiatives, including an Employee Assistance Programme.</li>
<li>Additional Perks:&nbsp;Reimbursement of professional membership subscriptions, salary sacrifice schemes, corporate membership discounts, and free office parking.</li>
</ul>
Closing date for receipt of all completed applications is 11:59pm on 31st August 2025
Interviews will take place on 11th September 2025.
For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Jonathan Smith - Chief Officer, Financial Services (Deputy s151). Email: <a href="mailto:Jonathan.Smith@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jonathan.Smith@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk</a>, Tel: 01303 853780

Folkestone & Hythe District Council

Chief Accountant

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</ul>

Please apply online. If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by emailing <a href="mailto:personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk" target="_blank">personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk</a>



We have a new opportunity to join our Revenues &amp; Benefits team on a full time, 2-year fixed term contract.
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Revenues &amp; Benefits team as a Temporary Accommodation Officer. In this vital role, you’ll ensure accurate invoicing, benefit processing, and debt recovery for residents in temporary accommodation. Working closely with colleagues across Housing and Finance, you’ll help ensure that residents receive the correct support and that the Council’s financial processes run smoothly.
You’ll work within a small, supportive team and collaborate closely with colleagues in the Housing team to ensure that residents placed into temporary accommodation are awarded the correct housing benefit (where appropriate) and that the correct council tax is charged. You will ensure that rent charges are invoiced in a timely manner and monitored for non-payment, instigating appropriate recovery action where necessary.
We’re looking for someone who brings a flexible mindset and sound judgement to their decision-making.
Your work will directly support some of the borough’s most vulnerable residents by ensuring fair and accurate financial management of temporary accommodation.
Discover what it’s like to work at Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council and explore the benefits we offer: <a href="https://www.tmbc.gov.uk/council/working-us" target="_blank">Working for us – Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council</a>
Interviews w/c 8 September 2025
For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Andrew Rosevear, Deputy Revenue &amp; Benefits Manager on 01732 876039 (Direct applicants only, strictly no agencies).

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

Temporary Accommodation Revenues & Benefits Officer

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A Week in the Life of a Portfolio Management Office (PMO) Manager at Enfield Council 
Curious what it’s like to be in this role? Here’s a glimpse into a typical week… 
~~Monday~~ 
You start the week with a morning sync with the Digital Services Senior Management Team. As PMO Manager, your role is to ensure the portfolio of projects is running smoothly and transparently. You review the latest updates in the PPM tools, checking for any overdue actions or risks flagged by project managers. 
Mid-morning, you meet with the Digital Adoption Manager to align on the overall portfolio plan. You discuss dependencies across workstreams and ensure the scheduling reflects operational realities. After lunch, you prepare a dashboard for the Head of Project Delivery and Governance, summarising delivery status, budget health, and resource utilisation across the portfolio. 
You end the day by reviewing feedback from last week’s project management workshop and begin drafting improvements to the toolkit and templates. 
 
~~Tuesday~~ 
You begin with a quick stand-up with your PMO Analyst and Data Apprentice. You assign tasks for the week, including updates to the resource tracker and coordination of the Ideas pipeline. 
Later, you join a scoping session for a new digital initiative. You support the team by capturing key actions, risks, and dependencies, and ensure they’re logged in the PMO platform. You also advise on how to structure the business case to meet governance requirements. 
In the afternoon, you meet with operational managers to understand BAU pressures and how they might impact delivery timelines. You update the portfolio plan accordingly and flag any concerns to the Head of Digital Delivery. 
 
~~Wednesday~~ 
You start the day by compiling the weekly status report. You pull data from a number of data sources to ensure financials are accurate and up to date. You also chase a few project leads for missing updates. 
Midday, you attend a lessons learned workshop for a recently closed project. You facilitate the session, capturing insights and recommendations to feed into future delivery. You also update the PMO knowledge base with new guidance on risk mitigation and stakeholder engagement. 
Later, you meet with the Communications team to plan a blog post about the Council’s approach to portfolio management and how it supports digital transformation. 
 
~~Thursday~~ 
No stand-up today, so you focus on continuous improvement. You spend the morning reviewing the PMO processes and identifying opportunities to automate reporting and reduce duplication. You test a new dashboard prototype that pulls real-time data from the PPM tools. 
Just before lunch, you have your weekly 1-to-1 with the Head of Project Delivery and Governance. You discuss progress on the Ideas pipeline, resource allocation challenges, and upcoming governance board meetings. 
In the afternoon, you support a project manager preparing for a project board meeting. You help refine the presentation, ensure risks are clearly articulated, and confirm that all documentation is in place. 
 
~~Friday~~ 
You start the day by finalising the monthly portfolio health report. It includes delivery RAG ratings, budget forecasts, and benefits tracking. You send it to senior stakeholders and prepare talking points for next week’s governance board. 
Mid-morning, you join a webinar on emerging technologies in project management. You’re particularly interested in how AI and RPA can enhance PMO functions, and you make a note to explore pilot opportunities. 
After lunch, you attend the Digital Services retro and planning meeting. You share highlights from your week and outline priorities for the next. A colleague asks for help with a new project intake process—you volunteer. 
You end the week by tidying up your notes, updating the PMO calendar, and making sure everything’s ready for another busy week. 
Contact Details - 
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Liz Smith on <a href="mailto:liz.smith@enfield.gov.uk" target="_blank">liz.smith@enfield.gov.uk</a> to arrange an informal discussion about the job. 
We do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV. 
We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more. 
Why it's great to work for Enfield Council: 
 
 - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 
 - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas. 
 - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles. 
 - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months. 
 - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods. 
 - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family. 
 - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work. 
 - 1 month paid sabbatical for Children’s Social Workers 
 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 
If you have previously applied for this role within the past 6 months, unfortunately, a second application will not be considered.

Portfolio Management Office (PMO) Manager

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</ul>





About us
We’re Breast Cancer Now, the research and support charity. We’re the place to turn to for anything and everything to do with breast cancer. However you’re experiencing breast cancer, we’re here.&nbsp;
The brightest minds in breast cancer research are here. Making life-saving research happen in labs across the UK and Ireland. Support services, trustworthy breast cancer information and specialist nurses are here. Ready to support you whenever you need it.&nbsp;Dedicated campaigners are here. Fighting for the best possible treatment, services and care for anyone affected by breast cancer.&nbsp;&nbsp;
About the role
The purpose of the social media officer role is to monitor, respond to and triage social media enquiries across Breast Cancer Now’s social media platforms, ensuring our tone and messaging are consistent, clear and engaging.&nbsp;
Working closely with fundraising teams and the social media and community team, you’ll keep up to date with current and upcoming campaigns and activity, ensuring our online communities receive an excellent supporter experience.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key part in shaping Breast Cancer Now’s social media response handling.
About you
You’ll have some experience responding to external enquiries within charity, with an ability to adapt your communication style to suit the campaign or audience.
You’ll enjoy working as part of a busy and high performing team to reach shared goals, while also having the ability to work individually and manage your own workload. You’ll have experience training others, working with colleagues to deliver best practise across social media in this role.
As a well-organised person with an eye for detail and excellent communication skills, you’ll enjoy working with a wide range of colleagues and key external suppliers to monitor, respond to and report on our social media activity.
If you’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about giving our supporters the best experience possible, we want to hear from you!
Job description and benefits
Please download the job description and our attractive benefits package.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Primary location of role and hybrid working
This role is primarily based in either our London or Sheffield office. Our hybrid working model allows you to work up to 3 days per week at home. &nbsp;&nbsp;
When applying
We hope you choose to apply for this role. To support your application, you’ll be asked to submit your anonymised CV and a supporting statement. Please refer to the essential criteria on the person specification and clearly provide as much information as you can with examples, to demonstrate how and where you meet the criteria.If you’ve any immediate questions please email <a href="mailto:Recruitment@breastcancernow.org" target="_blank">Recruitment@breastcancernow.org</a>
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
We’re committed to promoting equity, valuing diversity and creating an inclusive environment – for everyone who works for us, works with us, supports us and who we support.
We reserve the right to close this advert early. Therefore, to avoid disappointment please submit your application as soon as possible, if you’re interested in this opportunity.
Closing date 09:00 am Monday 18 August 2025
Interview date Tuesday 26 and Wednesday 27 August 2025

Social media officer

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We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Clerk of Works, to join our Property Services Surveying Team.&nbsp; Our team manages a significant portfolio of residential property, and our vision is for everyone to have the opportunity to live in a good quality sustainable home within in a lively and thriving neighbourhood. We’re working hard to improve disadvantaged areas and enhance people’s lives across the Borough, including a carbon neutral strategy.&nbsp; This role will provide a comprehensive professional building repairs inspection service in respect of refurbishment projects and planned maintenance of properties, within the housing portfolio including Sheltered Accommodation, Temporary Accommodation, and new build properties.&nbsp;&nbsp; We are open to flexible working patterns and can provide a hybrid working environment which utilises the best of both worlds with a mix of office working located off Junction 11 of the M4 and homeworking according to the needs of the Service. About the role: This job itself offers real variety and involvement in a wide range of exciting projects. Your day-to-day work could vary from inspecting a Victorian Terrace property suffering from structural movement to completing handover surveys of void dwellings; to assisting a project surveyor with inspecting their project to replace windows and cladding to a non-traditional block of flats or carrying out a site inspection for a new build scheme, built to Passivhaus standards.&nbsp; You may be working with our in-house trades teams to solve a mysterious roof leak or resolve a condensation issue&nbsp; Main duties and responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Inspection, written specification and ordering of works in line with the specification.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Supervision of small works with internal and external contractors&nbsp;</li>
<li>Ensure that works are carried out to the right specification with the right materials and fit for purpose&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Supervise work on site, issuing instructions that could have financial consequences and stopping works if necessary&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Writing general specifications for contracted work&nbsp;</li>
<li>Responsible for collating any issues and concerns in relation to work on site and provision of written reports for the Project Managers /Supervising officers&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
About you: You should be able to demonstrate a range of skills required for building surveying and maintenance works, covering the professional, contract and administrative aspects of day-to-day repairs work.&nbsp; We need you to be a good communicator with a proven background in building maintenance, construction, and project management.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Specific requirements:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Good understanding of building pathology&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Working knowledge of all form’s construction, including M&amp;E services.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Practical understanding of standard forms of contract, how they are to be applied during a construction project.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Working knowledge of contract management and administration.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>ONC/OND or higher in building construction&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for Reading Drive Efficiency - create an environment in which resources are used efficiently and employees’ skills are developed and used effectively Be Ambitious - aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential Make a Difference to Reading - inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity Our offer: We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment. A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
</ul>
For more information on this position please contact Mike Carpenter, Housing Projects Manager. <a href="mailto:Mike.carpenter@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">Mike.carpenter@reading.gov.uk</a> or 07711 879 526 Closing Date: Sunday 17th August 2025&nbsp; Interview Date: To be confirmed&nbsp; Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;

Clerk of Works - Property Services Team

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We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Clerk of Works, to join our Property Services Surveying Team.&nbsp; Our team manages a significant portfolio of residential property, and our vision is for everyone to have the opportunity to live in a good quality sustainable home within in a lively and thriving neighbourhood. We’re working hard to improve disadvantaged areas and enhance people’s lives across the Borough, including a carbon neutral strategy.&nbsp; This role will provide a comprehensive professional building repairs inspection service in respect of refurbishment projects and planned maintenance of properties, within the housing portfolio including Sheltered Accommodation, Temporary Accommodation, and new build properties.&nbsp;&nbsp; We are open to flexible working patterns and can provide a hybrid working environment which utilises the best of both worlds with a mix of office working located off Junction 11 of the M4 and homeworking according to the needs of the Service. About the role: This job itself offers real variety and involvement in a wide range of exciting projects. Your day-to-day work could vary from inspecting a Victorian Terrace property suffering from structural movement to completing handover surveys of void dwellings; to assisting a project surveyor with inspecting their project to replace windows and cladding to a non-traditional block of flats or carrying out a site inspection for a new build scheme, built to Passivhaus standards.&nbsp; You may be working with our in-house trades teams to solve a mysterious roof leak or resolve a condensation issue&nbsp; Main duties and responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Inspection, written specification and ordering of works in line with the specification.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Supervision of small works with internal and external contractors&nbsp;</li>
<li>Ensure that works are carried out to the right specification with the right materials and fit for purpose&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Supervise work on site, issuing instructions that could have financial consequences and stopping works if necessary&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Writing general specifications for contracted work&nbsp;</li>
<li>Responsible for collating any issues and concerns in relation to work on site and provision of written reports for the Project Managers /Supervising officers&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
About you: You should be able to demonstrate a range of skills required for building surveying and maintenance works, covering the professional, contract and administrative aspects of day-to-day repairs work.&nbsp; We need you to be a good communicator with a proven background in building maintenance, construction, and project management.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Specific requirements:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Good understanding of building pathology&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Working knowledge of all form’s construction, including M&amp;E services.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Practical understanding of standard forms of contract, how they are to be applied during a construction project.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Working knowledge of contract management and administration.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>ONC/OND or higher in building construction&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for Reading Drive Efficiency - create an environment in which resources are used efficiently and employees’ skills are developed and used effectively Be Ambitious - aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential Make a Difference to Reading - inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity Our offer: We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment. A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted, and a salary sacrifice scheme to help lower the cost of your nursery fees</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
</ul>
For more information on this position please contact Mike Carpenter, Housing Projects Manager. <a href="mailto:Mike.carpenter@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">Mike.carpenter@reading.gov.uk</a> or 07711 879 526 Closing Date: Sunday 17th August 2025&nbsp; Interview Date: To be confirmed&nbsp; Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;

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Please apply online. If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by emailing <a href="mailto:personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk" target="_blank">personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk</a>



Are you a highly organised, proactive professional who thrives in a busy, high-profile environment? Do you have the skills and confidence to support senior leaders where discretion, diplomacy, and attention to detail are key? If so, we’d love to hear from you.
We’re looking for a dynamic&nbsp;Personal Assistant&nbsp;to provide comprehensive support to the&nbsp;Leader of the Council,&nbsp;Chief Executive, and&nbsp;Director of Central Services. This is a key role at the heart of the organisation, offering variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to work with a wide range of stakeholders.
What You’ll Be Doing:
<ul>
<li>Managing complex diaries, meetings, travel, and correspondence for senior leaders.</li>
<li>Acting as a key liaison with internal and external stakeholders including MPs, government departments, and community representatives.</li>
<li>Handling confidential communications and enquiries with professionalism and tact.</li>
<li>Coordinating responses to complaints, FOI, EIR, and SAR requests.</li>
<li>Supporting corporate governance through meeting notes, rota coordination, and statutory documentation.</li>
<li>Organising and taking notes at regular Senior Management Team meetings and other regular and ad hoc meetings</li>
<li>Leading initiatives across the Council’s PA network and acting as a central point of knowledge and support.</li>
</ul>
What We’re Looking For:
<ul>
<li>Proven experience in a high-level administrative or PA role.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li>Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail.</li>
<li>Confidence in managing sensitive information and working independently.</li>
<li>A collaborative mindset and a commitment to public service.</li>
</ul>
Discover what it’s like to work at Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council and explore the benefits we offer: <a href="https://www.tmbc.gov.uk/council/working-us" target="_blank">Working for us – Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council</a>
For an informal discussion about this role please contact Denise Tate via email <a href="mailto:denise.tate@tmbc.gov.uk" target="_blank">denise.tate@tmbc.gov.uk</a> (Direct candidates only, strictly no agencies)

Personal Assistant (PA) to the Chief Executive, Leader and Director of Central Services

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Please apply online. If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by emailing <a href="mailto:personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk" target="_blank">personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk</a>



We have a new opportunity to join our Revenues &amp; Benefits team on a part time, 2-year fixed term contract.
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Revenues &amp; Benefits team as a Temporary Accommodation Officer. In this vital role, you’ll ensure accurate invoicing, benefit processing, and debt recovery for residents in temporary accommodation. Working closely with colleagues across Housing and Finance, you’ll help ensure that residents receive the correct support and that the Council’s financial processes run smoothly.
You’ll work within a small, supportive team and collaborate closely with colleagues in the Housing team to ensure that residents placed into temporary accommodation are awarded the correct housing benefit (where appropriate) and that the correct council tax is charged. You will ensure that rent charges are invoiced in a timely manner and monitored for non-payment, instigating appropriate recovery action where necessary.
We’re looking for someone who brings a flexible mindset and sound judgement to their decision-making.
Your work will directly support some of the borough’s most vulnerable residents by ensuring fair and accurate financial management of temporary accommodation.
Discover what it’s like to work at Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council and explore the benefits we offer: <a href="https://www.tmbc.gov.uk/council/working-us" target="_blank">Working for us – Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council</a>
Interviews w/c 8 September 2025
For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Andrew Rosevear, Deputy Revenue &amp; Benefits Manager on 01732 876039 (Direct applicants only, strictly no agencies).

Temporary Accommodation Revenues & Benefits Officer (part time)

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



We have a fantastic opportunity available for a Cemeteries Officer to join our dynamic Place Clienting team on a 30 hours per week basis.&nbsp;
We are seeking a part time Officer to oversee a range of administrative and operational duties including statutory functions, burials, management of the cemeteries and helping with the bereaved in often poignant circumstances.&nbsp; It is a perfect role for a candidate who likes variety and managing relationships.
You will need to hold a full, clean UK driver licence and own a car insured for business use.
Benefits:
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 28 days pro rata (rising to 33 days pro rata after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐ A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ And much more!
Key responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Manage the Cemetery operations and functions</li>
<li>Ensure the Health and Safety of the cemeteries is maintained in conjunction with our contractors&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Provide expert advice to Councillors, senior managers and residents&nbsp;</li>
<li>To undertake and progress existing projects in line with our Climate Emergency Action Plan&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Keep updated with current legislation and government changes</li>
<li>To help train and coach colleagues on the team including new colleagues and cross training within the team as well as attendance at relevant meetings.</li>
</ul>
Candidate requirements:
<ul>
<li>Experience of working in an office environment.</li>
<li>A commitment to embracing change.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>High level of empathy and good communication and customer care skills.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>The ability to interpret, extract and assess important information.</li>
<li>The ability to work with volume and be accurate.</li>
<li>Customer service ethos, striving to continually improve.</li>
<li>The ability to work on their own initiative and take ownership as well as working as part of a team.</li>
<li>Working with colleagues to achieve service performance targets.</li>
<li>Good IT skills.</li>
</ul>
Our Area
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.
We’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today.
Alternatively, for more information or to arrange an information discussion, please contact Richard Bisset - <a href="mailto:richard.bisset@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">richard.bisset@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing Date: 5 September 12pm
Interviews Date: W/C 8 September 2025,
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.&nbsp;
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful. Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Wokingham Borough Council

Customer Delivery Officer - Cemeteries

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Repairs Co-ordinator - Maternity Cover FTCHybrid - £27,663 Pro RataAre you passionate about delivering excellent customer service and ensuring homes are well maintained? We are looking for a proactive and organisedRepairs Coordinator to join our team on a maternity cover basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our responsive repairs service at Hightown Housing Association.As a Repairs Coordinator, you will be the first point of contact for residents and staff reporting repairs. You will work closely with our Repairs Team Supervisors and Manager to ensure repairs are logged, tracked, and completed efficiently and to a high standard.Key Responsibilities as a Repairs Co-Ordinator:<ul>
<li>Receive and process repair requests from residents and staff.</li>
<li>Place and track orders with approved contractors using our Repairs and Maintenance system.</li>
<li>Maintain accurate property records and update our property database.</li>
<li>Log defects in new or refurbished properties and liaise with builders.</li>
<li>Assist with invoice processing and appointment scheduling for technical staff.</li>
<li>Monitor customer satisfaction and feedback.</li>
<li>Support with specialist tasks such as overdue contractor orders and out-of-hours administration.</li>
<li>Provide occasional reception cover as required.</li>
</ul>The ideal candidate will have:<ul>
<li>Customer-focused with a professional and courteous manner.</li>
<li>Organised, reliable, and meticulous in record-keeping.</li>
<li>Confident using Microsoft Word and Excel.</li>
<li>A strong communicator with a good telephone manner.</li>
<li>Knowledge surrounding housing construction is desired but essential.</li>
</ul>Why Join Us as a Repairs Co-Ordinator?<ul>
<li>33 days of annual leave pro-rata including Bank Holidays</li>
<li>Competitive salary of £27,663 per annum pro rata (35-hour week)</li>
<li>Monthly attendance bonus</li>
<li>Life assurance cover (three times your annual salary)</li>
<li>Access to favourable discounts and savings at high street retailers, gyms, restaurants, and cinemas</li>
<li>Ongoing training opportunities to develop your career</li>
<li>Employee support and health &amp; wellbeing services</li>
</ul><ul><li>Free access to on-site gym</li></ul>Please note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and therefore we may close the vacancy early. Interested applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure they are considered.Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS and references.We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

Repairs Co-ordinator

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</ul>

Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CV’s submitted without a fully completed online application form.



Senior Business Officer (B252)
Salary from £33,881.64 p.a (37 hour week)
Broxbourne Environmental Services Trading Limited (BEST) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Broxbourne Borough Council delivering the Council’s frontline services and external business including commercial waste, street cleansing and grounds maintenance. BEST have an opportunity for a versatile, ambitious individual to lead and work within the commercial business section. &nbsp;In this role, you will:
<ul>
<li>Identify potential commercial waste customers, promote and grow the Council’s commercial service and maximize income.</li>
<li>Visit potential and existing commercial waste customers to promote the service, increase sales and maintain after-sales contact to promote customer retention.</li>
<li>Support the marketing and sales administration of the trade waste business, updating databases and special agreements.</li>
<li>Undertake the day-to-day administrative functions, including responding to customer enquiries, complaints, taking action to ensure customer care needs are satisfied.</li>
<li>Prepare and deliver targeted marketing campaigns to raise the service profile.</li>
<li>Assist with invoices, purchase orders, job costing journaling and purchasing supplies as and when required.</li>
</ul>
You will have a proven successful track record in sales and previous experience in commercial waste would be an advantage. &nbsp;You must have excellent communication skills with a confident telephone and in person manner, and the ability to solve problems quickly and efficiently to ensure customer satisfaction. &nbsp;Experience using Excel and other Microsoft packages is essential. &nbsp;A current, valid full driving license is essential.
For an informal discussion, please contact Ellie Holton on 01992 785555, or by email on <a href="mailto:ellie.holton@bestbob.co.uk" target="_blank">ellie.holton@bestbob.co.uk</a>.
BEST is committed to safer recruitment, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. BEST expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. &nbsp;The benefits package includes:

<ul>
<li>A full training and development programme</li>
<li>NEST Pension Scheme membership</li>
<li>Free membership to two local leisure centres, which includes free access to gyms, swimming pools, fitness classes, racket sport sessions, a health suite and a range of generous discounts across other leisure and culture services</li>
<li>Comprehensive benefits and discount scheme</li>
</ul>

BEST is an Equal Opportunities employer.

Details and application forms for all job vacancies are listed on the Borough of Broxbourne website.
Application forms must be submitted online by midnight on 18 August 2025 quoting the above reference.
BEST c/o Borough Offices, Bishops’ College, Churchgate, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 9XQ.
Telephone: 01992 785509, Email: <a href="mailto:personnel@broxbourne.gov.uk" target="_blank">personnel@broxbourne.gov.uk</a>
Website: <a href="http://www.broxbourne.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.broxbourne.gov.uk</a>

Senior Business Officer

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Apply Now
To apply, please send your CV to <a href="mailto:info@brunswicktmo.co.uk" target="_blank">info@brunswicktmo.co.uk</a> or call us for more information on 020 7490 3349 between 10am–4pm.
CARETAKER VACANCIES – FULL-TIME &amp; PART-TIME
Brunswick Close TMO – Camden, Islington, West End
Location: Brunswick Close Estate, Clerkenwell, London Borough of Islington
Organisation: Brunswick Close Tenant Management Organisation (TMO)
Closing Date: Midday, Friday 22nd August 2025
Contact: 020 7490 3349 | <a href="mailto:info@brunswicktmo.co.uk" target="_blank">info@brunswicktmo.co.uk</a>
Are you someone who takes pride in your work, enjoys helping others, and likes being active throughout the day? Join our small, resident-led team at Brunswick Close Tenant Management Organisation (TMO), where we care deeply about our neighbourhood and the people who live here.
Located between Angel and Farringdon stations, our estate is a place where community matters—and we're looking for two new Caretakers (one full-time and one part-time) who want to be part of that.
The Roles
Full-Time Caretaker
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8am – 4pm (negotiable)
Salary: £23,000
Location: Clerkenwell, Islington
Part-Time Caretaker
Hours: Monday – Friday (exact hours to be agreed)
Salary: £23,000 pro rata
Location: Clerkenwell, Islington
Weekend overtime may be available for both roles.
Key Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>General caretaking, cleaning and basic maintenance across the estate</li>
<li>Monitoring estate repairs and contractor activity</li>
<li>Safe storage and use of tools, supplies and equipment</li>
<li>Reporting health &amp; safety concerns, tenancy issues, and abandoned vehicles</li>
<li>Friendly and professional engagement with residents</li>
<li>Outdoor and physical tasks, including waste management and minor repairs</li>
</ul>
About You
We’re looking for team players with a proactive approach, strong communication skills and the ability to work independently. Confident working outdoors, capable of handling manual tasks, and taking pride in keeping the estate in top condition.
Essential:
<ul>
<li>Previous caretaking, maintenance or estate management experience</li>
<li>Excellent verbal communication and basic written skills</li>
<li>Positive, helpful attitude with a commitment to good customer service</li>
<li>Physically able to manage lifting, bending, and outdoor work</li>
</ul>
Desirable:
<ul>
<li>Basic maintenance/DIY skills (we offer training to help you build more)</li>
<li>Familiarity with health &amp; safety practices</li>
<li>Willingness to be flexible and take on additional shifts when needed</li>
<li>The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.</li>
</ul>
Why Join Us?
At Brunswick Close, you’ll be part of a team that values your contribution and supports your development. We offer hands-on training to help you grow your skills, and our performance review system means there are opportunities to increase your earnings as you progress.
Apply Now
To apply, please send your CV to <a href="mailto:info@brunswicktmo.co.uk" target="_blank">info@brunswicktmo.co.uk</a> or call us for more information on 020 7490 3349 between 10am–4pm.
Interviews will begin the week following the closing date.
We look forward to hearing from you!

Caretakers

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Band B
Various working hours available – 52 weeks per year
Required from 01/09/2025
We have had recent retirements and now require a number of cleaners to cover approx. 65 hours. Various contracts are available 6.30 to 8.30 am and 3.30 to 6.30pm we will be flexible for the successful candidates.
Hard working and motivated cleaners are required to join our dedicated school team. The successful candidates will assist the Cleaning Team in ensuring the cleanliness and safety of the school is maintained to a high standard.
The ability to work as part of a team as well as having the confidence to work independently and using own initiative is essential. Stanley School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
The closing date for applications is Friday 16th August 2025. Once shortlisting has taken place interview dates will be confirmed.
Please return completed application forms with supporting letter to the Business Manager, Ms Liz Robinson to <a href="mailto:businessmanager@stanley.wirral.sch.uk" target="_blank">businessmanager@stanley.wirral.sch.uk</a>
This post is subject to an Enhanced Level DBS check.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability

Cleaners

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Hackney is one of the most dynamic and progressive local authorities in the UK. We are a resilient, vibrant, and creative borough in the heart of London, with strong, diverse communities and a powerful set of shared values.
Over the past twenty years, the Council has built up first-class services, outstanding public infrastructure, and a reputation for excellence, innovation, and ambition. We are leading the way on essential work such as our fight for equity in Hackney with a particular focus on becoming an actively anti-racist borough. But the work doesn’t stop there, we are proactive in our approach to bringing fairness to all aspects of life including gender, neurodiversity and across the poverty divide.
Right now, transformation has never been more important. The challenges facing the Adult Social Care sector are significant. We believe that with the right staff, leadership and vision, we can meet these challenges and work with residents and partners to come up with creative solutions - always keeping residents at the centre of their care.
The Transformation Service is made up of a number of teams; Transformation, Performance &amp; Insight, Business Support, Practice Innovation and Workforce Capability, and Homes for Ukraine Support. As a service, we are committed to ensuring residents achieve the best outcomes, whether that be through transforming how services are delivered, using data and insight to better understand needs, investing in and thinking creatively about how to develop and support the workforce, ensuring the business is supported to deliver processes as efficiently as possible, as well as through continuous service and practice improvement. It’s a dynamic, highly skilled and supportive service.
We are looking for an exceptional Senior Business Support Officer to provide high quality business support to the department.
You will be responsible for developing, producing, embedding and maintaining various plans and reports for Adult Social Care such as the Business Continuity Plan, Local account and more by ensuring they are reviewed periodically through the year and when changes in business demand or events necessitate them.
- Review the departments internet and intranet pages, and coordinate timely updates of the content.
- Support the FOI &amp; Complaints Manager to process and coordinate the management of Subject Access Requests, Freedom Of Information requests, Complaints, Members and Mayoral Enquiries by ensuring they are correctly logged onto local and corporate databases, risk assessed and prioritised, allocated to services, processed effectively and efficiently in line with the agreed corporate and Directorate response standards and business targets and monitored until concluded.
- Line management of the Business Support Officer and Service Coordinator, including carrying out formal check in supervisions in line with corporate guidance.
- Lead and coordinate all data and information governance work for the Adult Services Directorate, including developing, maintaining and promoting the policies, standards, working practices and guidance for the Directorate relating to information governance.
As a Council, our most outstanding asset is our staff, who are highly dedicated to serving our residents and committed to our goals as an organisation.
If you want to work in a place where you can represent our values so we achieve the best for our residents, please click on the apply button below.
We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Therefore, we do not accept supporting statements or CV’s.
To proceed with your application, you will need to create an account and submit your application.
As part of the application process, you will need to complete a number of competency based questions. These questions allow you to demonstrate your suitability for the role and provide examples of your skills, knowledge and experience outlined in the job description.
We understand the benefits of using AI in the workplace. However, if you are thinking of using this tool to submit your application, we ask you to think about what value it will add. AI tools tend to lack the personal touch and authenticity we value in candidates. We encourage you to showcase your unique knowledge and skills using your own voice.
This application process replaces a supporting statement.
Closing date for applications:&nbsp;17 August 2025 (22:59)
Interview date:&nbsp;02 and 04 September&nbsp;2025
We are also working towards our vision, which is to be a place for everyone; where residents and staff can be proud; a place that celebrates diversity and where everyone can feel valued, included and involved. In order to achieve this, we look for people who are: Proud; Ambitious; Pioneering; Open; Proactive; Inclusive.
Hackney Council works to eradicate discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.We also recognise that people can be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will also work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. We also welcome those interested in flexible working. We particularly welcome applications from disabled people, as this group is currently under represented in our workforce.
The Council has a dedicated employment support service (Hackney Works), which offers Hackney residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you are thinking about applying for a job, please contact the Hackney Works team to find out what support is available:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk" target="_blank">hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk</a>

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Senior Business Support Officer - Adult Services

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We have an exciting opportunity for an Administration Assistant within the Children’s Social Care team, on a fixed term contract for 12 months.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
<h3>About you...</h3>
Administration Assistants are the first point of contact between the public and Children’s Social Care.
As an Administration Assistant you will provide administrative support in our busy multi-agency Safeguarding Team within Children’s Social Care.&nbsp;
You will have excellent word processing skills and the ability to input data accurately to tight deadlines. In addition, you will also have excellent general administrative, telephone and message recording skills.
A conscientious and reliable team player, you will also be flexible and adaptable to meet varying demands of the service.
The position is full-time, working 37 hours per week from Monday to Friday. In line with the council’s agile working policy, the role offers a 50/50 split between office-based and remote working.
<h3>About the team...</h3>
In Bracknell Forest we are committed to making sure that children receive the right support at the right time.
Our highly confidential work focuses on Children’s Social Care and will involve regular interaction with colleagues across the department, external agencies, and members of the public.
Everything we do in Children’s Social Care is about improving the life chances of Bracknell’s children, put simply, we change lives for the better.
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
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<li>Recording of information on electronic data bases</li>
<li>Processing of information</li>
<li>Booking meetings</li>
<li>Minute taking</li>
<li>Any other administration related tasks</li>
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<h3>Our benefits...</h3>
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<li>25 days* annual leave increasing to 28 days* after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days*.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
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*(pro rata for part time)
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Interviews will be held on 21st August 2025.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Matthew Robinson, Administration Manager
Tel.:01344 358082
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
Any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Administration Assistant - Children's Social Care

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An opportunity has arisen for a self-motivated individual, who is outcome and partnership focussed, with a passion for improving community safety and reducing crime and disorder. The successful candidate will work 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday.
We are looking for someone who has proven experience in this field of work and who has a good knowledge and understanding of legislation relating to community safety.&nbsp; You will be responsible for developing crime and disorder reduction strategies, identifying and supporting the most vulnerable in our communities and for improving community confidence, engagement and cohesion.
You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and possess the ability to effectively plan and organise your workload. Creative problem-solving skills will be an integral part of your working practices and the ability to make robust decisions is essential.&nbsp; You will deliver and co-ordinate the Charnwood Community Safety Partnership Plan, co-ordinate service delivery and develop and maintain positive relationships with partners and agencies to ensure a multi-agency approach to reducing crime and disorder. You will have detailed knowledge of ASB case management and be committed to meeting the needs of, and improving outcomes for, our residents, offering an excellent customer service.
The successful candidate will be subject to a standard DBS check.
No CVs or agencies please.

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