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Join our Team as a Procurement and Contract Management Support OfficerAre you looking to build your career in procurement and contract management within a supportive and dynamic team? We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to play a vital role in delivering expert procurement and contract advice across the Council. You will also be required to provide support on the high profile PFI contract that delivers housing services and repairs to Stanhope council tenants.About the Role: As a Procurement and Contract Management Support Officer, you will:Assist in preparing tender documents Support tender evaluation and communicate results to bidders in line with the Procurement Act 2023. Maintain the Contracts Register, ensuring compliance with the Transparency Act 2015. Help prepare spend analysis data and monitor procurement spend Provide administrative and technical support to Contract Officers, including work on the PFI Contract. Be the first point of contact for the team, handling enquiries professionally via phone, email, and in person. Provide administration support to the Team, organising and supporting meetings, including preparing agendas, briefing papers, and minutes. Update the Procurement and Contracts Section’s online resources.About You: We’re looking for someone who is: Organised, proactive, and able to manage a varied workload. Skilled in communication, both written and verbal. Experienced in providing administrative support, ideally within local government or a similar environment. Understanding of contracts and the requirements to monitor performance and delivery Meticulous with attention to detail and achieving deadlines IT literate, with strong skills in MS Office (especially Outlook, Word nd Excel). Committed to delivering excellent customer service and continuous improvement.Why Join Us? You’ll be part of a friendly, professional team, making a real difference to the Council’s procurement and contract management activities. You’ll have opportunities for development and to contribute to key projects that support the Council’s goals. Apply today and help shape the future of procurement and contract management at Ashford Borough Council!For an informal discussion about the role please contact Caroline Roberts, Procurement and Contract Manager on 01233 330605 Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/3lpaufvu/procurement-and-contract-management-support-officer-doc-final-23-10-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description</a>When Applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community





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Ashford Borough Council

Procurement and Contract Management Support Officer

Title: Stakeholder Coordinator Contract Type: FTC until September 2026Salary: £x per annum to £x per annum (London weighted salary) or £x per annum to £x per annum (Regional salary), dependant on experienceGrade: 6Reporting Office: London, Stratford or Manchester, Trafford Persona: AgileAgile Worker: 20% - 40% of contractual hours to be worked from reporting office/working location (hybrid working)Closing Date: 11th November 11pmInterview Dates: Wednesday 19th November via MS Teams <a href="https://lqgroup.engageats.co.uk//ViewAttachment.aspx?enc=jmxpV+AcVus8i/wvT3FZXrrCOvCUGNWd9uca/tGZrAI3dMyH7+aRsXJPdz+CdVHAHz9v1C46iKztKY/E6f2GqMPmqhtUlkUweMP0Yx3PlqwsvGQ/dpTaf0X3vpejY3bU" target="_blank">Please click here for the role profile</a> <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">Benefits</a> include: Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">many more</a>…Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated.Join our Business Development Team at L&amp;Q:We’re looking for a highly organised and proactive individual to join our team as Stakeholder Coordinator. This is a fantastic opportunity to support the smooth running of the Business Development Team. Reporting to the Business Development Manager you will be working closely with our senior management team and across the Housing Management department to ensure our services are well-managed, compliant, and effectively communicated.You’ll play a key role in coordinating meetings, managing inboxes and correspondence, maintaining accurate records, and supporting the bulk waste &amp; parking processes. You’ll also contribute to the monitoring and evaluation of compliance related issues by assisting with data extraction, analysis, and reporting.If this sounds like you, we would love for you to apply!Your impact in the role:<ul><li>Support the delivery of Housing Operations’ (Heads of Service) objectives, including fire safety, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Respond promptly and professionally to resident and colleagues’ enquiries via phone and email, ensuring all queries are resolved within agreed timescales.</li><li>Arrange and monitor bulk waste removals, ensuring work is completed to agreed standards.</li><li>Manage and administer estate-related contracts, ensuring compliance, value for money, and timely completion of works.</li><li> Coordinate parking related processes including issuing parking permits and replacement fobs and liaising with residents and contractors as needed. </li><li>Ensure data accuracy and completeness within D365 and related systems.</li></ul>What you'll bring:<ul><li>Organised, flexible and have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience of using Microsoft office packages is also essential</li><li> Excellent technical administrative and co-ordination skills </li><li> To act as a point of contact for internal and external customers and other stakeholders</li><li>Will provide a customer centred, professional and competent approach to all tasks</li><li> Excellent time management skills along with the ability to manage different priorities whilst adhering to important deadlines</li><li> Good at building relationships with people and be able to communicate well with colleagues and residents</li></ul>If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email <a href="mailto:lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk</a>About L&amp;Q:We’re one of the UK’s leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people’s health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life.250,000 people call our properties ‘home’, and we’re proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England. At L&amp;Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/-/media/files/careers/behavioural-framework.pdf" target="_blank">values and behavioural framework</a>, which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&amp;Q.L&amp;Q strongly believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is important, and inclusion is part of our core values and everyday working practices. We make hiring decisions based on your experiences, skills and merits and we are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace. Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/about-landq/our-vision-and-values/ethics-and-diversity" target="_blank">here</a> to read more. At L&amp;Q, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK’s largest housing associations.Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq" target="_blank">here</a> to find out more about L&amp;Q and why you should join us!LQLL&amp;Q is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks. (remove if not relevant)Senior Leadership RolesWe value diversity in all its facets, including gender, disability, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation and identity. When it comes to finding a diverse balance for our senior positions, we have decided to address gender and ethnicity first. As such we are committed to offering an interview to at least one ethnic minority candidate and one female candidate for all senior leadership positions if they fulfil the role criteria. (remove if not relevant)*ECU Allowance is paid in accordance with requirements of the relevant policy as updated from time to time. (remove if not relevant)<ul></ul>

London and Quadrant Housing Trust

Stakeholder Coordinator FTC - October 2025 - 7235

Title: PropertyManager – LLR (London Living Rent)Contract Type:Permanent – Full Time - 35 hoursSalary: £35,951per annum to £39,531 per annum (London weighted salary) dependant on experienceplus ECU* allowance if policy requirements are metReporting Office:London, Stratford Persona: Agile1-2 days office attendance requiredWorkingPattern: Monday to Friday – 09:00 -17:00 (occasionally hours may differ)Closing Date: 11th November 23:00InterviewDates: Via Ms Teams on a date to be confirmed.Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated.<a href="https://lqgroup.engageats.co.uk//ViewAttachment.aspx?enc=jmxpV+AcVus8i/wvT3FZXrrCOvCUGNWd9uca/tGZrALLZoT83UOL+t5s5fnJ1LT+VHphAKV85rZnR28gfHrT4sKlhEGsK8Gp/7AyVM/YLwz9i1hqDPmmzC+5ZZeIOw9Z" target="_blank">Role Profile - Property Manager LLR.docx</a><a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">Benefits</a> include: Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">many more</a>…Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated.Join L&amp;Q’s Growing London Living Rent Team – Be Part of the Journey to Home OwnershipL&amp;Q’s London Living Rent portfolio has seen exceptional growth and is set to become one of the largest in the capital—helping thousands of residents take their first step toward home ownership. Our homes cater to a wide range of aspirations, incomes, and life stages, and we’re proud to be making a real difference.We’re now looking for an experienced Property Manager to join our passionate and high-performing team. If you’re driven by customer impact, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to be part of something meaningful, we’d love to hear from you.What You’ll Be DoingAs a Property Manager in our LLR team, you’ll play a key role in delivering a seamless resident experience while ensuring our portfolio performs at its best. Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Maximising rental income and minimising void periods across your portfolio.</li><li> Supporting property acquisitions and onboarding new homes into the LLR scheme.</li><li>Ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and internal standards.</li><li>Delivering exceptional customer service to a diverse resident base.</li><li>Managing tenancies and assets to ensure long-term sustainability.</li><li>Conducting routine checks to identify fraud, subletting, and tenancy breaches.</li></ul>What You’ll BringWe’re looking for individuals who are proactive, solutions-focused, and passionate about housing. You’ll need:<ul><li>Proven experience in property management and lettings, ideally within the private rented sector.</li><li>A strong understanding of London Living Rent and its role in the housing market.</li><li>Excellent communication and customer service skills.</li><li>A track record of meeting targets and deadlines in a commercial environment.</li><li>Confidence in using Microsoft Office, Teams, and CRM systems (especially Microsoft D365).</li><li>Experience in tenancy renewals, complaint resolution, and legal tenancy processes.</li><li>Knowledge of Assured Shorthold Tenancies, legal notices, and arrears management.</li></ul> If this sounds like you, we would love for you to apply!Why Join Us?<ul><li>Be part of a mission-driven organisation helping Londoners into home ownership.</li><li>Work in a collaborative and supportive team that values innovation and impact.</li><li>Enjoy a role where no two days are the same, and your work truly matters.</li></ul>Note: This role will be office-based more than the standard 1–2 days per week until training is completed.Ready to Make a Difference?If you’re ready to bring your energy, expertise, and passion to L&amp;Q’s London Living Rent team, apply now and help shape the future of affordable housing in London.** This role is entitled to a monthly essential car user (ECU) allowance. For the allowance to be paid, you will need a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle that is insured for Business Use.We look forward to reviewing your application, and hearing about the genuine experiences and skills you could bring to our organisation. L&amp;Q reserve the right to not accept statements that exceed 500 words.About L&amp;Q:We’re one of the UK’s leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people’s health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life.250,000 people call our properties ‘home’, and we’re proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England. At L&amp;Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/-/media/files/careers/behavioural-framework.pdf" target="_blank">values and behavioural framework</a>, which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&amp;Q.L&amp;Q strongly believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is important, and inclusion is part of our core values and everyday working practices. We make hiring decisions based on your experiences, skills and merits and we are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace. Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/about-landq/our-vision-and-values/ethics-and-diversity" target="_blank">here</a> to read more. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email <a href="mailto:lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk</a>At L&amp;Q, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK’s largest housing associations.Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq" target="_blank">here</a> to find out more about L&amp;Q and why you should join us!*ECU Allowance is paid in accordance with requirements of the relevant policy as updated from time to time.#TJ 





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Property Manager LLR - October 2025 - 7234

Title: Neighbourhood Housing Lead – North West London Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time - 35 hoursSalary: £35,951 per annum to £39,531 per annum (London weighted salary) dependant on experience, plus £1,300 ECU allowance*Reporting Office: Acton GardensWorking/Patch Location: Ealing , Acton and SouthallPersona: Agile: 20% - 40% of contractual hours to be worked from reporting office/workinglocation (hybrid working)Working Pattern: Monday – Friday – 09:00 – 17:00Closing Date: 11th October 2025 - 23:00Interview Dates: 20th November 2025 via Ms Teams<a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">Benefits</a> include: Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">many more</a>…Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated.<a href="https://lqgroup.engageats.co.uk/ViewAttachment.aspx?enc=jmxpV+AcVus8i/wvT3FZXrrCOvCUGNWd9uca/tGZrALSLdvW8hCjSUeDIcttSRZgO3RkIBDPkYUpfpGH8q2qP3HWpII3MeaixJ2ymwZ3P8HRhSmnYMFuUGm3ouKi4Hkx" target="_blank">Role Profile - Neighbourhood Housing Lead.docx</a><a href="https://lqgroup.engageats.co.uk/ViewAttachment.aspx?enc=jmxpV+AcVus8i/wvT3FZXrrCOvCUGNWd9uca/tGZrALSLdvW8hCjSUeDIcttSRZgO3RkIBDPkYUpfpGH8q2qP3HWpII3MeaixJ2ymwZ3P8HRhSmnYMFuUGm3ouKi4Hkx" target="_blank"></a> Join our North West London Team at L&amp;Q: Would you like to join our revamped Housing Management Team as a Neighbourhood Housing Lead and help us to deliver an excellent service for residents? This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who is a customer-focused team player.If this sounds like you, we would love for you to apply!Your impact in the role, as the Neighbourhood Housing Lead, you’ll be responsible for the following:<ul><li>Supporting the Housing Management team to deliver a reliable, repeatable, and consistent service for residents. </li><li>You will be key to improving resident satisfaction, building trust, and making sure that residents have a home that they’re happy in</li><li>You’ll be the primary relationship holder with the residents living in homes on your patch. Patches are being designed to align with local authority areas and are expected to cover around 500 – 600 homes.</li></ul>What you'll bring:<ul><li>You should have a proven track record of building relationships with people and be able to communicate well with colleagues and residents.</li><li> You’ll be able to problem solve and will pride yourself on your grit and determination. You’ll have a can-do attitude and be motivated by keeping promises to residents.</li><li>You’ll be willing to push boundaries and challenge the business where needed to achieve the very best outcomes for residents.</li><li>You’ll have excellent time management skills along with the ability to manage a complex workload whilst adhering to important deadlines.</li><li>Stakeholder management is also key to this role and an ability to engage with a diverse customer base is essential.</li><li>Have demonstrable experience in a similar role.</li><li>Have a valid license and access to a car for work use.</li></ul>Our customers are the most important part of our business and as a member of the Housing Management team, it is vital that you display passion and commitment to lead and deliver an excellent service every time. This will be measured against the high standards and values that we set across the organisation and departmentAbout L&amp;Q:We’re one of the UK’s leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people’s health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life.250,000 people call our properties ‘home’, and we’re proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England. At L&amp;Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/-/media/files/careers/behavioural-framework.pdf" target="_blank">values and behavioural framework</a>, which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&amp;Q.L&amp;Q strongly believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is important, and inclusion is part of our core values and everyday working practices. We make hiring decisions based on your experiences, skills and merits and we are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace. Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/about-landq/our-vision-and-values/ethics-and-diversity" target="_blank">here</a> to read more. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email <a href="mailto:lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk</a>At L&amp;Q, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK’s largest housing associations.Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq" target="_blank">here</a> to find out more about L&amp;Q and why you should join us!*ECU Allowance is paid in accordance with requirements of the relevant policy as updated from time to time.#TJ 





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Neighbourhood Housing Lead – North West London - 7238

** PREVIOUS APPLICANTS MAY NOT APPLY **Title: Housing OfficerContract: Permanent, Full-TimeHours: 35 hours per weekSalary: £35,951 per annum to £39,531 per annum dependent on experience, plus ECU Allowance*Grade: 7Reporting Office: Stratford, LondonWorking Location: Schemes in Medway, Kent and the London Boroughs of Bexley and RichmondPersona: Agile Worker: 20% - 40% of contractual hours to be worked from reporting office/working location (hybrid working)<a href="https://lqgroup.engageats.co.uk//ViewAttachment.aspx?enc=jmxpV+AcVus8i/wvT3FZXrrCOvCUGNWd9uca/tGZrAI3dMyH7+aRsXJPdz+CdVHAIiEmYFirFUurf5PyM+FSxKRwXeEmjqNmUSkhvubJCoIO/CPEciq0QGItGCbUVohf" target="_blank">Role Profile - Supported Housing Officer.pdf</a> Closing date for completed applications: 10th November 2025 at 11 PMInterviews will tentatively be held on 19th &amp; 20th November 2025.<a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">Benefits</a> include:Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and<a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">many more</a>…DBSFor this post the successful candidate will need to apply for or be in possession of an Basic Disclosure Barring Service certificate (DBS) to enable them to work within the team. For further information about the Disclosure Barring Service please visit <a href="http://www.homeoffice.gov.uk/" target="_blank">www.homeoffice.gov.uk</a>**Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated.Join our Living Supported Housing team at L&amp;Q!An exciting job opportunity has become available for the right candidate to join us as a Housing Officer within our L&amp;Q Living Housing Management Team. Independent Living is an integral part of what we do, delivering services for customers aged 55 and over, and customers with learning disabilities and mental health support needs.We are an aspirational and forward-thinking team, responsible for delivering quality housing to our customers. As our customers are always at the heart of our service, we strive to deliver excellent services to the local community and work with our customers to enable them to maintain their independence and live well.You will be covering a patch of schemes across Medway in Kent and the London Boroughs of Bexley and Richmond, providing frontline housing management for our vulnerable customers.You’ll be a hard-working individual who works well under pressure and is passionate about providing excellent customer service to our customers and other stakeholders.If this sounds like you, we would love for you to apply!Your Impact in the Role:You’ll play a key role in improving resident satisfaction, building trust, and making sure that residents have a home that they’re happy in.Supporting the Housing Management team to deliver a reliable, repeatable, and consistent service for residents, you will be responsible for all housing management functions including:<ul><li>Completing sign-ups and tenancy visits</li><li>Carrying out health and safety checks</li><li>Ensuring maintenance or repair work has been carried out</li><li>Resolving neighbourly disputes or incidents of anti-social behaviour</li><li>Offering resident meetings and tenancy advice to our vulnerable customers</li></ul>What you'll bring:<ul><li>Housing Management experience working with vulnerable people</li></ul><ul><li>Working knowledge of health and safety requirements in relation to property management</li><li>Proficient in using complex IT and housing systems, with ability to use MS Office applications and remote working technology</li><li>Strong written communication skills, with the ability to write clearly and accurately in various styles—including letters, newsletters, and witness statements—and proven experience in report writing.</li><li>Proven ability to solve problems independently and creatively, with strong customer focus and confidence in managing challenging situations, while positively adapting to change and demonstrating empathy toward others</li></ul>Whilst normal office working hours are Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, occasional out of hours working may be required to meet the needs of our customers.This is an essential car user post to which an additional monthly allowance is paid. The post holder is required to hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle insured for Business Use. We look forward to reviewing your application, and hearing about the genuine experiences and skills you could bring to our organisation. L&amp;Q reserve the right to not accept statements that exceed 500 words.About L&amp;Q:We’re one of the UK’s leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people’s health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life.250,000 people call our properties ‘home’, and we’re proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South-East and North-West of England. At L&amp;Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/-/media/files/careers/behavioural-framework.pdf" target="_blank">values and behavioural framework</a>, which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&amp;Q.L&amp;Q strongly believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is important, and inclusion is part of our core values and everyday working practices. We make hiring decisions based on your experiences, skills and merits and we are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace. Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/about-landq/our-vision-and-values/ethics-and-diversity" target="_blank">here</a> to read more. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email <a href="mailto:lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk</a>At L&amp;Q, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK’s largest housing associations.*ECU Allowance is paid in accordance with requirements of the relevant policy as updated from time to time. L&amp;Q is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks.Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq" target="_blank">here</a> to find out more about L&amp;Q and why you should join us!





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Housing Officer

Title: Area Housing Manager - East and East AngliaContract Type: Permanent Salary: £55,270 to £61,018 per annum (London weighted salary) dependant on experience plus ECU allowance (If policy requirements are met)Grade: 10 Reporting Office: London, Stratford Persona: Agile Worker: 20% - 40% of contractual hours to be worked from reporting office/working location (hybrid working)Closing Date: 12th November 2025 - 23:00Interview Dates: Mid November 2025Please click here for the role profile - <a href="https://lqgroup.engageats.co.uk//ViewAttachment.aspx?enc=jmxpV+AcVus8i/wvT3FZXrrCOvCUGNWd9uca/tGZrAI3dMyH7+aRsXJPdz+CdVHA7fHX4TfQromWbQfDcMrQ7/OmcLBs2doxc8OEW9F75O64Fl9YaRwljBMSNMVlGmfO" target="_blank">Area Housing Manager.pdf</a> <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">Benefits</a> include: Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">many more</a>…Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated.Join our East and East Anglia team at L&amp;Q:Would you like to join our revamped Housing Management Division as an Area Housing Manager and deliver an excellent service for residents? This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who is a customer-focused team player who wants to make a difference.We are looking to appoint an Area Housing Manager to joinour leadership team within East and East Anglia on a permanent basis, this rolewill be covering Newham and Barking &amp; Dagenham areas (these areas maychange depending on the needs of the business).In this role you will ensure the delivery of a responsive,efficient, customer focused and agile tenancy management and tenancyverification services to mixed tenure customers and prospective customersthrough effective leadership and management of resources. Representing andchampioning the Trust and its values whilst contributing the financial strengthand customer experience.If this sounds like you, we would love for you to apply!Your impact in the role:The successful candidate will be solution focused and willact as a champion of service improvement and Customer Service. You willdemonstrate strong leadership skills and ideally have experience of growing anddeveloping a team. You will possess a track record in innovative servicedevelopment, business planning skills and developing operational excellence.You will have a comprehensive understanding of tenancy andestate management including all aspects of anti-social behaviour andvulnerability.What you'll bring:<ul><li>Housing sector experience and knowledge on all aspects of Tenancy Management and Leasehold management including but not limited to Anti-Social behaviour, Service Charges, New Build developments, Vulnerable Residents and Safeguarding</li><li>Having the ability to lead and motivate a team to deliver a high quality, effective customer focused service in a demanding, public facing environment is essential to this role</li><li>Exceptional stakeholder management skills with the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships</li><li>Innovative, solution focused with excellent organisational and reporting skills</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication</li><li>Excellent time management skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities</li><li>Project Management skills are desirable </li></ul>Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Working collaboratively with internal and external colleagues and teams to ensure an effective, efficient and customer focused delivery of all aspects of Tenancy and Leasehold Management, including ASB and Vulnerability</li><li>To develop, maintain and influence relationships with key stakeholders and partners, promoting and representing L&amp;Q at meetings/ events to the highest standards</li><li>Prepare, manage, and control budgets for activities managed whilst having regard for financial strength at all times.</li><li>Managing and leading a relatively new team to deliver on performance and achieve customer excellence.</li><li>Providing coaching, mentoring and ongoing training and support to front line colleagues</li></ul> If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email <a href="mailto:lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk</a>About L&amp;Q:We’re one of the UK’s leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people’s health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life.250,000 people call our properties ‘home’, and we’re proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England. At L&amp;Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/-/media/files/careers/behavioural-framework.pdf" target="_blank">values and behavioural framework</a>, which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&amp;Q.L&amp;Q strongly believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is important, and inclusion is part of our core values and everyday working practices. We make hiring decisions based on your experiences, skills and merits and we are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace. Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/about-landq/our-vision-and-values/ethics-and-diversity" target="_blank">here</a> to read more. At L&amp;Q, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK’s largest housing associations.Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq" target="_blank">here</a> to find out more about L&amp;Q and why you should join us!*ECU Allowance is paid in accordance with requirements of the relevant policy as updated from time to time. #TJ





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We’re looking for a dedicated and compassionate Scheme Manager to oversee one of our older people’s housing schemes. In this role, you’ll provide high-quality management and support to residents, helping them maintain their independence while ensuring the scheme is safe, well-maintained and welcoming. You’ll be the key point of contact for residents, contractors and colleagues, resolving issues, coordinating services and promoting a strong sense of community. This is a rewarding role where your care, professionalism and organisational skills will make a real difference to the lives of our residents.What you’ll doAs a Scheme Manager, you’ll support residents with day-to-day queries, assess their needs, and signpost to additional services where required. You’ll manage repairs, maintenance and estate services, supervise contractors and ensure compliance with health and safety policies. You’ll also promote resident engagement, organise activities, and help foster a warm, inclusive environment. You’ll maintain accurate records, respond to safeguarding concerns, and line-manage cleaning or facilities staff where applicable. Your role will be central to ensuring the scheme runs smoothly and residents feel safe, respected and supported.What you’ll need<ul><li>Experience supporting vulnerable adults, with knowledge of health and social care in a residential setting.</li><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to build professional relationships with residents and stakeholders.</li><li>Experience in housing management, including reporting repairs and managing health and safety.</li><li>Proven ability to deliver excellent customer service and maintain accurate records.</li><li>Confidence using Microsoft Office and other IT systems.</li></ul>Why Join Us?When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values, Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.What We Offer <ul><li>30 days’ annual holiday, plus bank holidays </li><li>two additional paid volunteering days each year </li><li>flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal </li><li>4 x salary life assurance</li><li>up to 10% pension contribution</li></ul>If this sounds like we are right for you and you’d love to be part of Peabody, we’d like to hear from you. Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.If you have any questions about this role, please email Talent Specialist, Chloe Singleton at <a href="mailto:chloe.singleton@peabody.org.uk" target="_blank">chloe.singleton@peabody.org.uk</a>Interviews will be taking place Wednesday 19th November We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.PLEASE NOTE: As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer.





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<a href="index.cfm?fa=jobs.accessapplication">Load Application</a><h4>Apprentice - Finance </h4>Location: Council Offices, BenfleetJob Title: Finance ApprenticeFull Time – 37 hours per week Grade: Apprentice Rate Castle Point Borough Council is looking for a Finance Apprentice to join our busy Finance team within the Corporate and Customer Directorate.We are seeking someone who can:<ul><li>Assist with financial reconciliations and reporting</li><li>Process transactions, refunds, and system interfaces</li><li>Support budget preparation and year-end accounts</li><li>Help maintain the contracts register and insurance records</li><li>Learn VAT and CIS processes as part of their apprenticeship training</li><li>Provide administrative support across the Finance service</li></ul>Key Skills and Abilities:<ul><li>Strong attention to detail and accuracy</li><li>Good communication and teamwork skills</li><li>Willingness to learn and develop professionally</li><li>Basic IT skills including Microsoft Excel and Word</li></ul>Experience:Previous experience in a finance or office environment is desirable but not essential.Qualifications:Applicants must be willing to undertake a relevant finance or accounting qualification as part of the apprenticeship.Not only is this a great opportunity to start your career in local government finance, but you’ll also benefit from:<ul><li>27 days annual leave</li><li>FREE gym membership</li><li>Supportive team environment and training opportunities</li></ul>For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact: Carrie Cox, Chief Accountant Email: <a href="mailto:CCox@castlepoint.gov.uk" target="_blank">CCox@castlepoint.gov.uk</a> Phone: 01268 882355The successful applicant will be subject to a Basic Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Castle Point Borough Council is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees to share this commitment.Our values: Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, and Customer Focus. Castle Point Borough Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. <h4>Related Documents</h4><ul><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/Jobs/PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf">PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf</a> (238kb)</li><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/0000\600/652/Finance Apprentice - JD.pdf">Finance Apprentice - JD.pdf</a> (146kb)</li></ul>





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Apprentice - Finance

<a href="index.cfm?fa=jobs.accessapplication">Load Application</a><h4>Capital Projects and Project Management Surveyor </h4>Location: Council Offices, BenfleetJob Title: Capital Projects and Project Management SurveyorFull Time – 37 hours per week Grade: 9- Starting £48,226Castle Point Borough Council is seeking an experienced Building Surveyor / Project Management Surveyor to join our Estates team within the Commercial &amp; Assets Directorate. This is a key role in delivering capital projects and managing the Council’s commercial and community assets (non-housing).We are looking for someone who can:<ul><li>Lead on a wide range of projects from minor refurbishments to major capital investment schemes</li><li>Provide expert advice on building fabric, infrastructure, and strategic investment decisions</li><li>Conduct detailed building surveys and condition assessments</li><li>Prepare specifications, tenders, and cost estimates</li><li>Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and relevant legislation</li><li>Build strong relationships with stakeholders and contractors to deliver projects on time and within budget</li></ul>Key Skills and Abilities:<ul><li>Strong project management experience with ability to oversee multiple projects</li><li>Excellent communication and negotiation skills</li><li>Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team</li><li>Good IT skills for analytical and management purposes</li></ul>Essential Experience and Qualifications:<ul><li>Minimum 5 years’ experience in building and facilities-related work</li><li>MRICS or equivalent professional qualification</li><li>Knowledge of CDM Regulations, JCT contracts, and building compliance</li><li>Full driving licence and own vehicle</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Experience in the public sector or local authority environment</li><li>Knowledge of health and safety regulations within construction</li><li>Familiarity with Essex area and community ethos</li></ul>Not only is this a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact on the Council’s asset strategy, but you’ll also benefit from:<ul><li>27 days annual leave</li><li>FREE gym membership</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li></ul>For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact: Nigel Watson, Estates &amp; Assets Manager Email: <a href="mailto:NWatson@castlepoint.gov.uk" target="_blank">NWatson@castlepoint.gov.uk</a> The successful applicant will be subject to a Standard Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Castle Point Borough Council is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees to share this commitment.Our values: Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, and Customer Focus. Castle Point Borough Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. <h4>Related Documents</h4><ul><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/Jobs/PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf">PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf</a> (238kb)</li><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/0000\600/653/Capital Projects and Project Management Surveyor Job Profile.pdf">Capital Projects and Project Management Surveyor Job Profile.pdf</a> (179kb)</li></ul>





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<a href="index.cfm?fa=jobs.accessapplication">Load Application</a><h4>Estates Officer </h4>Location: Council Offices, BenfleetJob Title: Estates OfficerFull Time – 37 hours per week Grade: 6 –Starting £33,699Castle Point Borough Council is seeking an Estates Officer to join our Estates team within the Commercial &amp; Assets Directorate. This is a key role in managing the Council’s diverse property portfolio, including commercial, leisure, and housing assets.We are looking for someone who can:<ul><li>Manage lease renewals, rent reviews, and lettings of Council-owned properties</li><li>Provide valuation advice and support regeneration projects</li><li>Assist with acquisitions, disposals, and property-related negotiations</li><li>Maintain and update the Council’s Asset Register and property database</li><li>Prepare reports, budgets, and technical documentation</li><li>Ensure compliance with legislation, health and safety, and best practice</li></ul>Key Skills and Abilities:<ul><li>Excellent communication and negotiation skills</li><li>Ability to manage workload independently and meet deadlines</li><li>Strong IT literacy and numeric ability</li><li>Knowledge of property management and landlord/tenant procedures</li></ul>Essential Experience and Qualifications:<ul><li>Experience in commercial property management, acquisitions, and disposals</li><li>Understanding of relevant legislation and health &amp; safety requirements</li><li>Full driving licence and own vehicle</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Working towards MRICS or similar professional qualification</li><li>Experience in the public sector or local authority environment</li></ul>Not only is this a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact on the Council’s asset strategy, but you’ll also benefit from:<ul><li>27 days annual leave</li><li>FREE gym membership</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li></ul>For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact: Felix Mukadaya – <a href="mailto:fmukadaya@castlepoint.gov.uk" target="_blank">fmukadaya@castlepoint.gov.uk</a>The successful applicant will be subject to a Standard Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Castle Point Borough Council is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees to share this commitment.Our values: Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, and Customer Focus. Castle Point Borough Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. <h4>Related Documents</h4><ul><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/Jobs/PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf">PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf</a> (238kb)</li><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/0000\600/655/Estates Officer JD.pdf">Estates Officer JD.pdf</a> (168kb)</li></ul>





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<a href="index.cfm?fa=jobs.accessapplication">Load Application</a><h4>Planned Maintenance And Contracts Management Surveyor</h4>Location: Council Offices, BenfleetJob Title: Planned Maintenance and Contract Management SurveyorFull Time – 37 hours per week Grade: 9 – Starting £48,226Castle Point Borough Council is seeking a Planned Maintenance and Contract Management Surveyor to join our Estates team within the Commercial &amp; Assets Directorate. This is a key role in managing planned maintenance and facilities management operations across the Council’s corporate estate.We are looking for someone who can:<ul><li>Oversee planned maintenance programmes and facilities management contracts</li><li>Ensure compliance with health and safety, statutory and mandatory regulations</li><li>Prepare building condition surveys, reports, and budget estimates</li><li>Lead procurement processes for service contracts and manage contractor performance</li><li>Act as Responsible Person for asbestos, fire safety, and other regulatory functions</li><li>Contribute to transformation projects and improvements across Council-owned sites</li></ul>Key Skills and Abilities:<ul><li>Strong communication and negotiation skills</li><li>Highly organised with ability to manage multiple priorities</li><li>Knowledge of CDM regulations and construction-related issues</li><li>Ability to manage budgets and deliver works within timescales</li></ul>Essential Experience and Qualifications:<ul><li>Experience in building and planned maintenance across varied property types</li><li>Five years or more experience in the building and construction industry</li><li>Full driving licence and own vehicle</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>HND or higher qualification in facilities management</li><li>Previous experience in local authority or public sector</li><li>Knowledge of health and safety policies and risk assessments</li></ul>Not only is this a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact on the Council’s asset strategy, but you’ll also benefit from:<ul><li>27 days annual leave</li><li>FREE gym membership</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li></ul>For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact: Nigel Watson, Estates &amp; Assets Manager – <a href="mailto:NWatson@castlepoint.gov.uk" target="_blank">NWatson@castlepoint.gov.uk</a>The successful applicant will be subject to a Standard Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Castle Point Borough Council is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees to share this commitment.Our values: Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, and Customer Focus. Castle Point Borough Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. <h4>Related Documents</h4><ul><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/Jobs/PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf">PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf</a> (238kb)</li><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/0000\600/654/Planned Maintenance and Contract Management Surveyor Job Profile .pdf">Planned Maintenance and Contract Management Surveyor Job Profile .pdf</a> (183kb)</li></ul>





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<a href="index.cfm?fa=jobs.accessapplication">Load Application</a><h4>Surveying Apprentice </h4>Location: Council Offices, BenfleetJob Title: Surveying ApprenticeFull Time – 37 hours per week Castle Point Borough Council is seeking a Surveying Apprentice to join our Estates team within the Commercial &amp; Assets Directorate. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in property management, maintenance, and surveying while working towards a formal qualification.We are looking for someone who can:<ul><li>Assist with property and maintenance tasks, including planned preventative maintenance</li><li>Support the coordination of general maintenance across the estate</li><li>Help with audits, inspections, and contractor compliance checks</li><li>Maintain accurate digital records and assist with administrative duties</li><li>Communicate professionally with colleagues, contractors, tenants, and customers</li><li>Actively participate in the apprenticeship training programme</li></ul>Key Skills and Abilities:<ul><li>Good communication and organisational skills</li><li>Strong IT literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint)</li><li>Ability to manage tasks effectively and maintain attention to detail</li><li>Positive attitude and willingness to learn</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Full driving licence and own vehicle</li><li>Interest in surveying, project management, or facilities management</li></ul>Not only is this a fantastic opportunity to start your career in surveying, but you’ll also benefit from:<ul><li>27 days annual leave</li><li>FREE gym membership</li><li>Supportive team environment and training opportunities</li></ul>For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact: Felix Mukadaya – <a href="mailto:fmukadaya@castlepoint.gov.uk" target="_blank">fmukadaya@castlepoint.gov.uk</a>The successful applicant will be subject to a Standard Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Castle Point Borough Council is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees to share this commitment.Our values: Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, and Customer Focus. Castle Point Borough Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. <h4>Related Documents</h4><ul><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/Jobs/PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf">PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf</a> (238kb)</li><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/0000\600/644/Surveying Apprentice - JD .pdf">Surveying Apprentice - JD .pdf</a> (178kb)</li></ul>





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<a href="index.cfm?fa=jobs.accessapplication">Load Application</a><h4>Planned and Capital Works Manager</h4>Location: Castle Point Council Offices, Kiln RoadSalary: £53,460 - £58,506 per annum (SCP 42 - 46)Working Hours: 37 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent Number of Positions: OneDBS Check:YesPlanned and Capital Works ManagerFull Time - 37 hours per weekGrade 10 - SCP Range £53,460 - £58,506 pa Closing Date: Tuesday 11th November 2025Castle Point Borough Council are keen to appoint a Planned and Capital Works Manager to work in the Housing Services Directorate, to lead and inspire a team to deliver a resident focused, data led, performance driven service. Working as part of team to manage the planned and capital work streams, building and delivering an asset management plan. To ensure that the homes are maintained in accordance with agreed quality standards. You will contribute to ensuring the delivery of a customer focused, effective and value for money service, reflecting the highest standards of service excellence.*Please note that this role will be based in the council offices and will require regular travel to sites in the borough*Key Skills and abilities<ul><li>Leadership and management skills</li><li>Experience in a customer focused environment &amp; working effectively in a collaborative environment</li><li>Ability to produce and deliver a planned program based on asset data, ensuring budgets, costings and work streams are identified and delivered.</li><li>Ability to continuously improve services and identify innovative solutions</li><li>Contract management experience in a capital or planned work streams.</li><li>Demonstratable knowledge of building construction, housing repairs, with a solid understanding of construction principles and practices.</li><li>In-depth knowledge of construction and maintenance within a Social Housing environment, understanding the unique challenges and requirements.</li><li>You will have experience of handling complaints and ensuring that a culture of continuous improvement is imbedded with the team that you lead</li><li>General understanding of key compliance areas within housing, such as Asbestos, Gas Safety, Electrical Safety, Fire Safety, Water Hygiene, or Lift Safety, and a willingness to develop knowledge further.</li><li>You will have an understanding of the legislation as it relates to the statutory housing functions and have experience of working in the rented property sector.</li><li>Familiarity with contractor performance monitoring, KPIs, and remedial tracking processes</li><li>You will have knowledge and experience of the Section 20 leaseholder process, to manage leasehold tenancies that are affected by repair works.</li></ul>Experience <ul><li>Significant experience in a similar role within Local government or other social housing provider is essential.</li><li>Demonstratable knowledge and experience of all relevant consumer standards, in relation to social housing capital and planned workstreams, compliance regulations and data protection.</li><li>Knowledge and experience of delivering planned and capital works within social housing, including knowledge of the HHSRS and associated hazards and risks within properties</li><li>Knowledge of maintenance of housing buildings, sheltered housing, supported sheltered housing, leaseholder properties and privet sector Landlords.</li><li>Experience of using technology to maintain data systems and information</li><li>Awareness and experience of health and safety principles in delivering and managing planned and capital works within a housing service</li><li>Experience assisting in the delivery of resident-focused services that support health and safety compliance.</li></ul>Qualifications <ul><li>Membership of a professional body e.g. IFE, IFSM, IOSH, RICS, ASCP, CIH – Desirable</li><li>Driving Licence, suitable own transport with business insurance, ability to work from other offices as required.</li></ul>Not only is this a great role for the right candidate but you also get some great benefits including:<ul><li>27 days Annual leave</li><li>FREE Gym membership</li></ul>For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact Recruiting manager – Steve Colk 01268 882287.The successful applicant will be subject to an Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.The Council is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all our employees to share this commitment.Our values: Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, and Customer FocusCastle Point Borough Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. <h4>Related Documents</h4><ul><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/Jobs/PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf">PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf</a> (238kb)</li><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/0000\600/656/JD - Planned and Capital Works Manager.pdf">JD - Planned and Capital Works Manager.pdf</a> (173kb)</li></ul>





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Be a hero to a young person in care!Are you looking for a meaningful, long-term volunteering role where you can make a positive difference in a young person’s life?If yes, we have the perfect opportunity for you!We’re seeking compassionate, reliable adults to become Independent Visitors - volunteer mentors and trusted friends to children and young people in care.What is an Independent Visitor?An Independent Visitor (IV) is a volunteer befriender and mentor who visits a young person in care once a month, usually on weekends, to enjoy fun, supportive activities together. As an IV, you’ll be a consistent, caring adult outside their professional network - someone who chooses to be there, just for them.This is a long-term role, and we ask volunteers to commit to at least two years to help build a strong, stable relationship.We’re especially keen to hear from volunteers based in or near London and Kent, where many of our young people live.Why it mattersYoung people in care often face instability and frequent change. Having a consistent adult who listens, encourages and simply spends time with them can be life changing.“My IV is the one person who’s always there for me. They make me feel like I matter.” Young Person in Care.Who can volunteer?You don’t need previous experience - just the right values and commitment. We’re looking for caring people who are:<ul><li>Friendly and approachable</li><li>Patient, empathetic and consistent</li><li>A good listener</li><li>Committed to visiting once a month for at least two years</li><li>Willing to complete training and safeguarding checks</li></ul>We particularly welcome applications from male volunteers and individuals from Black, Asian and other underrepresented communities.What will you be doing?As an Independent Visitor, you’ll:<ul><li>Meet your young person once a month for activities like going to the cinema, bowling, exploring parks or just having a chat</li><li>Suggest age-appropriate outings based on their interests</li><li>Keep in touch between visits with a weekly call or message (if they’d like)</li><li>Occasionally join in on group events</li><li>Create meaningful, lasting memories</li></ul>Please note that all travel and activity expenses will be covered.Training &amp; ongoing supportBefore you start, we’ll provide:<ul><li>Full initial training</li><li>Ongoing support and one-to-one supervision</li><li>Access to additional training through Southwark’s volunteer resources</li></ul>Contact information<ul><li>For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sav D’Souza via email at Sav.D'<a href="mailto:Souza@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Souza@southwark.gov.uk</a></li></ul>Recruitment timeline<ul><li>Applications reviewed on an ongoing basis.</li><li>Interviews: To be confirmed.</li></ul>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. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Ready to make a difference?If you’re looking for a rewarding, long-term volunteering opportunity where you can support a young person one to one and help them thrive, we’d love to receive an application from you today!





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Independent Visitor - Volunteer Opportunity

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>At Southwark Council, we’re more than a local authority, we’re a community powered by integrity, innovation, and inclusion. It is a vibrant, diverse borough at the heart of London, home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with many social enterprises and we have a young, diverse, and growing population. Southwark Council is the largest local authority social landlord in London.We are proud to be one of the few councils in the sector to have consistently received clean audit opinions including for the financial year 2023-24 – a testament of our commitment to financial excellence and strong governance. Now’s your chance to join a forward-thinking finance team at the heart of local government. Drive innovation through major initiatives like ERP modernisation, enjoy flexible working, and grow in a culture that values integrity, inclusion and professional development.As a Senior Finance Manager (Deputy Chief Accountant) within our Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting function, you’ll play a pivotal role in strengthening the council’s financial foundations, ensuring transparency, compliance, and strategic alignment at every level.What makes this role stand out: <ul><li>Modernisation at scale: Be at the forefront of transformation, supporting the modernisation of systems and processes to deliver smarter, faster, more accurate financial management.</li><li>Empowered leadership: Join a high-performing, collaborative finance team where your expertise drives innovation, improvement, and accountability across all services.</li></ul><h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4><ul><li>Develop and manage the Council’s financial strategy and core financial services, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and statutory obligations.</li><li>Lead the sub-team within Corporate Finance responsible for key technical and statutory functions, including: </li><ul><li>Delivery of the Statement of Accounts and key statutory returns (e.g. RA/RO, Whole of Government Accounts).</li><li>Managing day-to-day liaison with external auditors and regulatory bodies.</li><li>Providing VAT, tax, and technical accounting advice across council services.</li><li>Overseeing Collection Fund accounting and assessing implications for the wider budget. </li></ul><li>Advise Senior Management, Cabinet Members, and Committees on financial policy, compliance, and reporting.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement across financial systems, controls, and performance frameworks.</li><li>Lead, empower, and develop your finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.</li></ul><h4>What We're Looking For</h4>Our team provides first-class Finance support across multiple service directorates. We need a dynamic and experienced Senior Finance Officer who will bring a blend of the following: <ul><li>A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIPFA or equivalent) with strong leadership experience in a complex environment.</li><li>Deep technical accounting expertise, including statutory reporting and financial control.</li><li>Exceptional analytical, communication, and influencing skills with the ability to engage senior stakeholders.</li><li>A strategic mindset with the confidence to challenge, innovate, and inspire change.</li></ul><h4>Additional Information</h4>About Southwark CouncilAt Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Working for Southwark Council – Southwark </a>Salary Range: £59,526 - £74,040 JNC Benefit: £2724 Application Closing Date: 11:59pm on 30th of November 2025Interview Date: W/C 8th of December 2025 We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian, and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council. Guaranteed Interview SchemeAs part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care.</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition.</li></ul>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, in which case we will move the key dates for the process. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-PC1 Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2641431&amp;ptId=108923" target="_blank">Job Description &amp; Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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<h4> Location </h4> Mansfield House <h4> Business Area </h4> Other <h4> Department </h4> N - Local Policing <h4> Rank </h4> N/A <h4> Grade </h4> 6 <h4>Salary</h4>£38,754 - £42,897<h4> Part/Full Time </h4> Full Time <h4> Hours per Week </h4> 37 <h4> Additional Working Conditions </h4> Suitable for Job Share, Flexi-time, Part Time <h4> Type of Contract </h4> Permanent <h4> Vetting Level Required </h4> RV <h4> Description </h4>Support safer communities through smart licensing decisions.Join the team as the Deputy Alcohol Licensing Manager, where you’ll ensure smooth running of the Firearms and Alcohol Licensing department to keep communities in Leicestershire safe. You’ll be a key decision-maker for licence applications and conduct visits to ensure compliance, attending meetings or court if required.You’ll be <ul><li>Organising all alcohol licencing applications deciding on if review, revocation or representation is required.</li><li>Prepare evidence for presentation at court or licensing committees.</li><li>Manage development of intelligence regarding Night Time Economy and the policing response to this.</li></ul>You must have<ul><li>Skills interpreting legislation and regulations and providing expert advice on their requirements.</li><li>Experience of investigative work.</li><li>Previous work with digital databases to extract, interpret and draw conclusions from data.</li></ul>What’s in it for you? At Leicestershire Police, we want to create an environment that puts people first, so you feel supported in everything you do. We have a range of <a href="https://careers.leics.police.uk/what-we-can-offer-you" target="_blank">reward and benefits</a> available to all our employees.What’s next Please click APPLY to complete your application, telling us how you meet the essential and desirable criteria by showcasing your skills and experience.To support you with your application we’ve provided some <a href="https://sway.office.com/f7vdBgaEUUPYS6db?ref=Link&amp;loc=mysways" target="_blank">application guidance</a> and the <a href="https://careers.leics.police.uk/find-your-place-in-the-force/supporting-force/police-staff-recruitment-process" target="_blank">recruitment process</a>.<ul><li>Vacancy closes on Tuesday 11th November 2025 at 23:55.</li></ul>If you want a chat about how we can help you throughout the recruitment process and your career with us, get in touch with the Recruitment Team: <a href="mailto:careers@leics.police.uk" target="_blank">careers@leics.police.uk</a>Who we areAt Leicestershire Police it’s not just patrolling the streets. Just as important as our uniformed officers is our dedicated team of professional and support staff working behind the scenes. It’s these skilled people, people like you who contribute to the policing of Leicestershire. To understand how you can make a difference visit our <a href="https://careers.leics.police.uk/" target="_blank">careers website</a>.We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from underrepresented and neurodiverse backgrounds, so that we can truly reflect the communities that we serve in.#LI-Hybrid<h4> Document Attachment </h4><a href="https://shrsc.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/channel-1/appcentre-3/brand-5/candidate/download_file_opp/9030/56782/1/0/62bf40cfc309c53806c702bb471d5cb27cc32d08" target="_blank"> Deputy Alcohol Licensing Manager.pdf – 403KB </a> 





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Leicestershire Police

Deputy Alcohol Licensing Manager

We are currently recruiting Social Workers to join our Children's Social Work Team. We are proud to be ‘Good’ in Medway and are determined to build on the great work that has been done so far to improve the services for our children, young people and families.Recent promotions, following our investment in new Assistant Team Managers across the service, mean we are now looking for passionate social workers who can commit to making a difference to our children in Medway.Children matter in Medway, and so do you. It’s an exciting time to join us as we offer competitive pay and conditions and hybrid working. We are committed to helping you to grow and develop throughout your career and reach your full potential. Our practice development offer along with management capacity across our teams, ensures you will be guided, supported and cared for.Whether you have recently completed your ASYE or have worked in children’s social work for some years we would love you to join us on our ongoing journey. You will be joining an experienced and dedicated social work team who have relationship and strengths-based work with children and families at the core of their practice.Experienced Social Workers (with 2+ years post qualifying experience) will be offered a package of up to £51,329 per annum (inclusive of market premia + £3,000 per annum retention payment).Social Workers with less than 2 years’ service will be offered a package of up to £46,956 per annum (inclusive of market premia + £2,000 per annum retention payment).Join us and #Make a Difference…<h4>Our Offer</h4><ul><li>We are proud to offer a range of benefits including –</li><li>A generous annual leave entitlement up to 30 days plus bank holidays</li><li>An excellent local government pension scheme</li><li>An essential car user allowance with option to apply for a lease car after six months.</li><li>Free car parking</li><li>Hybrid working - enabling you to work from home/office (minimum of 2 days per week will be required in the office). Assessment Teams are office based for duty weeks.</li><li>Relocation package of up to £8,000</li><li>A range of staff benefits and discounts including access to fantastic discounts and savings on shops and services, travel discounts, health and wellbeing support, and an employee assistance service.</li><li>Access to professional development and support including Community Care Inform.</li><li>Hybrid working style</li></ul><h4>About You</h4><ul><li>You will hold a recognised Social Work qualification eg. Degree in Social Work, PGC in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW or equivalent and be registered with Social Work England.</li><li>You will have successfully completed your ASYE </li><li>You will have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li><li>For further information on the qualifications, skills and experience required, please refer to the Job Profile and Person Specification.</li><li>Additional Information</li><li>For an informal discussion, please don't hesitate to contact one of the recruiting managers below. Alternatively, please email the recruitment team on <a href="mailto:cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk</a>. </li><li>Suzanne Mehmet, Head of Service (Children's Social Work Teams) - 01634 334470</li><li>Sharon Ward, Service Manager (Children's Social Work Teams) - 01634 331214</li><li>Susan Akinyele, Service Manager (Children's Social Work Teams) - 01634 333704</li><li>To apply please click on the ‘Apply Online’ button at the top of this advert.</li><li>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</li><li>This position is subject to an Enhanced Children’s DBS Check.</li><li>For more information on our roles within Children’s Services please visit <a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/childrenservicesjobs" target="_blank">https://www.medway.gov.uk/childrenservicesjobs</a></li></ul>Please consider the application guidance when submitting your application.Please note that all recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in hard copy format, please contact the Children's Services Recruitment Team on 01634 332211 or email <a href="mailto:cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk</a> If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.<h4>Important Information</h4> Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<h4>Our organisation</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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This is Medway

Social Worker - Childrens Social Work Team

About the roleWe welcome applications from those who are interested in Permanent positions as well as Secondment opportunity- those who are looking to develop further in their career.We are seeking a skilled and motivated Team Manager to lead the team of social care professionals within the Adult Social Care Services. This is a key leadership role focused on delivering high-quality, strengths-based support to adults, ensuring statutory responsibilities are met and needs are addressed effectively. As a manager you will be working with the Senior Leadership Team in ensuring your team is achieving the objectives and outcomes.Application Process:To apply, please submit your application via our e-recruitment portal outlining your experience, leadership approach, and understanding of adult social care legislation. Be sure to highlight your ability to lead multiskilled team and deliver high-quality services within a locality-based model.If you would like to discuss more about this role you can contact <a href="mailto:Boby.Paul@northnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Boby.Paul@northnorthants.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:Karen.Burrows@northnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Karen.Burrows@northnorthants.gov.uk</a>The interview session will be in two stages. On the day you will be delivering a 10 minute presentation to a group of panel members, this may include representation from expert by experience, on following subject: In your role as Team Manager how would you support your team to strengthen the community connections and engagement with local partnerships.You can deliver this presentation in any method you feel comfortable i.e. using your laptop, hand out of the copies, flip chart or just talk through the points you have prepared.What will you be doing?Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead and manage a locality-based team of Social Workers, Assessment and Enablement Workers (AEW), Senior AEWs, Community Support workers and Business Support team members. </li><li>Ensure the team delivers person-centred support in line with the Care Act 2014, with a strong emphasis on safeguarding adults at risk, promoting independence, and achieving positive outcomes.</li><li>Represent the Adult Social Care team in internal and external forums, developing service pathways and partnerships to meet local needs.</li><li>Provide expert oversight of safeguarding practice and manage risk across the locality.</li><li>Recruit, supervise, and support staff, promoting continuous professional development and identifying training needs.</li><li>Work collaboratively with other locality teams and wider council services to improve integration and service delivery.</li><li>Manage resources effectively, including budget oversight and authorisation of care packages.</li><li>Ensure data and information quality performance</li><li>Support the implementation of service plans and Adult Social Care Strategy outcomes.</li><li>Investigate and respond to complaints</li></ul>About youEssential Skills &amp; Qualifications:<ul><li>Demonstrated experience in supervising and managing staff, including qualified professionals, within a social care setting.</li><li>Preferably a recognised professional qualification (Degree or Diploma) in health or social care and hold relevant professional registration.</li><li>Strong working knowledge of relevant legislation including the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, Mental Health Act and safeguarding frameworks.</li><li>Experience in leading safeguarding enquiries under Section 42 of the Care Act.</li><li>Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.</li><li>Proficiency in IT systems and confident in presenting information to various audiences.</li><li>Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in both service delivery and employment practices.</li></ul>Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur Values and BehavioursOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur Key CommitmentsOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council’s pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status.Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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Team Manager – Adult Social Care

About the BoroughWith a workforce of two hundred colleagues we're small enough to be friendly and large enough to give you scope to develop and progress your career. We are based in Sutton Town Centre with great transport links in and out of London.&nbsp; Our colleagues work and engage with residents in the borough and wider for our private sector colleagues. At SHP our strength and depth lies primarily in the knowledge, experience and commitment of our colleagues; to deliver excellent services to residents. As a landlord organisation this means enabling families and households to be safe in their homes, sustain their tenancy and lead healthy and rewarding lives.&nbsp; About the Service and TeamThis role is based in the Transformation team within the Corporate Services Directorate.&nbsp;About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateThis is an exciting opportunity to join our team as Digital Transformation Manager, working on a portfolio of projects that will deliver meaningful change to staff and residents at SHP. This role will be critical to SHP's plans to bring in a new customer-facing portal which will allow our residents to raise their own repairs and manage appointments online. The Digital Transformation Manager will also work to improve the internal user experience by working alongside the business to design process maps for CRM and other NEC functionality.&nbsp;The successful candidate should have a proven track record in successfully managing digital projects. They will be comfortable managing project schedules, KPI's, user acceptance testing and able to work with stakeholders across SHP and in the council. They should also have worked on digital projects in the housing industry and need to understand the challenges facing both staff and residents. This role will be focusing on the digital portfolio for the Repairs service so an understanding or Repairs processes and data structures would be beneficial, alongside experience using NEC Housing.&nbsp;&nbsp;Our Offer to YouColleagues at SHP take pride in delivering our priorities and working in&nbsp; rewarding careers. In turn, we strive to reward them fairly through SHP’s pay and reward systems. Roles are reviewed to ensure pay reflects the responsibilities of the individual in line with our systems.&nbsp;&nbsp;A good work-life balance is important and our key benefits are:<ul><li>Membership of the <a href="https://www.lgpsmember.org/" target="_blank">Local Government Pension Scheme (opens in new window) </a>– a career average scheme where employees contribute between 5.5% and 12% .&nbsp; Sutton Housing Partnership contribution rate to your pension is 18.4% from 1 April 2025 .&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Annual leave of either 28 or 33 days per year (depending on the role) plus paid time off on bank holidays.</li><li>Simply Health Cash Plan which allows colleagues to claim cashback on dental, optical, consultations and scans.</li><li>Employee Benefits to include cycle to work scheme and a range of discounts schemes&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme is a confidential, independent, expert provider of employee support services paid for by SHP to help you balance and discuss issues in your work, family and personal life. It is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year</li><li>Investment in your learning&nbsp; and development; My Learning account is set up for every member of staff with access to e-learning modules and Instructor led training.&nbsp; Opportunities for external training that meet both individual and strategic requirements are considered through an application process. </li></ul>Application ProcessBefore applying please refer to the job profile and ensure you meet the essential criteria. You will then need to complete the online application form, adding a supporting statement addressing how you meet the criteria outlined in the job profile.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;We anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. Our managers are advised to set up interview panels to be diverse to reduce bias, where possible. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforceWe guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role and ensure that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible. Additional InformationWe are proud to be a diverse and welcoming organisation and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups.The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance. Sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.





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Digital Transformation Manager (Maternity Cover)

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Care Assistant - The Crossings &amp; OakmeadWe currently have opportunities for part time (22.5 hours per week) Care Assistant's to work within our registered care homes, The Crossings (in Wendover) and Oakmead (in Weston Turville) where we support people with learning and physical disabilities.Working as part of a dedicated team, you will support service users with their day to day needs to enable individuals to lead independent and fulfilling lives. This will involve assisting individuals with:<ul>
<li>personal care needs</li>
<li>mealtimes and social activities</li>
<li>day trips out</li>
<li>attending appointments and maintaining their health and well-being</li>
<li>promoting skills and involvement including shopping and domestic tasks such as cooking and cleaning</li>
<li>support in any other areas of their daily living.</li>
</ul>As a care assistant, you will follow agreed support plans and risk assessments to ensure that we are providing a highly effective service that meets each individual`s needs, supports their aspirations and maximises their independence.About YouYou will be a caring and enthusiastic individual with a `can-do` attitude, who is driven by the desire to make a difference and have the ability to recognise and understanding the needs of vulnerable adults with learning disabilities. Desired qualities will include:<ul>
<li>Effective communicator using different methods according to the complex needs of those in your care.</li>
<li>Previous experience as a care assistant is desirable but not essential.</li>
<li>Ability to work shifts as part of a rota system, including some weekend and bank holiday working</li>
<li>Teamwork and flexibility are key to the success of the services we provide, as is a clear commitment to equality and diversity</li>
</ul>It is essential that you have a full UK driving licence and are happy to do sleep-ins. (an allowance for £52.78 per sleep in is paid)BenefitsIn return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a benefits package which includes:<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li>
<li>£14,742pa</li>
<li>Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary</li>
<li>Annual salary and cost of living review</li>
<li>Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing</li>
<li>Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support</li>
<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>
<li>Employee assistance helpline</li>
<li>Mileage paid for car usage</li>
<li>Fully paid DBS</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.

Hightown Housing Association

Care Assistant

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<h5>Job description</h5>

About us at Hounslow
We’d love you to join us at the London Borough of Hounslow! Our people are deeply committed to providing excellent services to our residents, doing all we can to make lives as good as they can be.
We are an outstanding council, serving an outstanding borough. With brilliant, visionary leadership, a dynamic Cabinet and a can-do culture,&nbsp;we’ve built strong partnerships which have transformed how we serve one of London’s most diverse boroughs. Hounslow is the world in one place and full of potential. We are stepping up for our residents like never before.
About our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We live by five core values: Lead with Heart, Do New, Pass on the Power, Harness the Mix and Be a Rock. All our work has equality, diversity and inclusion at its very heart, best articulated in “Harness the Mix”. It's about breaking down barriers between our parts and people and unlocking the problem-solving power of our amazing mix of minds. We serve a diverse community, we have a diverse workforce and we are committed to being an inclusive employer.
We work hard to create representation across our workforce and leadership community, we have thriving employee network groups and our learning and development programmes help us lead, model and breathe ways of working that eliminate inequality, inequity, injustice and bias.
As part of this and under our commitments as a Disability Confident Employer, we make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates. There’s space for you to tell us what you need within our application form.
Our Benefits
<a href="https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/working-council" target="_blank">If you join us, you’ll have access to a range of employee benefits. Read more about these here.</a>
About The Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Homelessness, Independence and Preventative Service which adopts a preventative approach across the housing, health and social care agendas. Your primary focus will be on the statutory independent reviews function following homelessness decisions and housing allocations, ensuring that decisions are consistent with the Council’s legal responsibilities.
About The Team You’ll Be Working In
This is an exciting and busy role that is at the centre of the Councils response to homelessness. The service is developing and progressing our agenda to reduce the use of temporary accommodation and achieve more upstream prevention outcomes.
1. You will implement the statutory reviews provisions of homelessness and allocations legislation, taking account of relevant Codes of Guidance, case law and policy. The post holder will require comprehensive and expert knowledge of housing functions and related law and statutory guidance, sufficient to handle legal challenges.
2. You will carry out thorough enquiries and investigations of complaints, reviews and legal challenges under Parts 6 and 7 of the Housing Act 1996 (as amended), ensuring that decisions made are fully compliant with relevant legislation, up to date case law and policy, and are issued within targets and statutory timeframes.
3. You will lead on section 204 (Housing Act) appeals against the council’s (section 202) review decisions, working with solicitors and providing instructions as necessary.
4. To support the service on a full range of statutory housing compliance responsibilities relating to strategy, tenure blind tenancy placements and policy and procedures across housing.
About You
You have extensive knowledge and experience of the Housing Act 1996 (as amended) and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, working with vulnerable people, and experience of leading multi-disciplinary housing teams and work involving complex needs and diverse client groups and an expert knowledge of homelessness and associated legislation
• You have extensive experience in dealing with statutory decisions, and expert knowledge of housing case law, homelessness legislation, private sector tenancy law and good practice, including:
a. The Housing Act 1996, including amendments made by the Homelessness Act 2002, the Localism Act 2012 and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017;
b .Landlord and Tenant Law, for example, the Housing Act 1985 and the Prevention from Eviction Act 1977;
c. The Welfare Reform Act 2012 and DWP guidance on personal benefits and housing related benefits;
d. Statutory requirements in relation to allocations on social housing and Local Authority Allocations Policies.
• You have an expert working knowledge and understanding of current housing law, such as the Housing Act 1996, Parts VI and VII, Homelessness Act 2002, Localism Act 2012, Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and immigration law as it applies to housing eligibility, relevant code of guidance and case law.
• You have a working knowledge of legislation associated with homelessness investigations and housing allocations, including, Family Law Act 1996, Children Acts 1989 and 2004, Human Rights Act 1998, Immigration and Asylum Act 1999, Community Care Act 2000 and the Care Act 2014.
• You are an expert communicator who engages effectively with a broad range of people, including applicants, colleagues, and elected members, to motivate, influence, negotiate and persuade and achieve multi-disciplinary outcomes to meet wide ranging needs.
• It is desirable that you have a degree or equivalent qualifications (preferably a law degree).
• Basic DBS check is requried for the role.
If the points above resonate with you, we would like to hear from you.
Please read more about the work you’ll be doing in the Role Profile.
When Interviews Will Be Held And Who To Contact
The key information you need about the role should be in the role profile but if you have any further questions about the role, please contact:
Email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Joyce.Agim@hounslow.gov.uk" target="_blank">Joyce.Agim@hounslow.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
Interviews for this job will be held during November 2025.

London Borough of Hounslow

Senior Caseworker and Reviews Officer

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Job Title:&nbsp;Caretaker
Location:&nbsp;Based in Medway, Kent. Please note this location does not have step free access
Salary:&nbsp;£24,500
Shift Pattern:&nbsp;37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:00. You may be required to be flexible outside this shift pattern as per service requirements.
<h4>About the Role</h4>
We're looking for a Caretaker to join our team based in Medway, Kent. You will support the team to ensure our properties are maintained to a high standard by carrying out a variety of tasks including cleaning and handy person duties. You will deliver a professional, customer service focused service to ensure our properties are safe and work towards our good homes standard. You will be based within our &nbsp;Medway homeless project, focused on people with a housing-related support need, including people experiencing homelessness, in unsuitable accommodation, or at immediate risk of homelessness.
Responsibilities include:
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<li>Clean buildings and rooms including end of tenancy deep cleans</li>
<li>Prepare accommodation for new occupants</li>
<li>Carry out basic repairs and maintenance which could include furniture upkeep, gardening, replacing bulbs, painting and decorating</li>
<li>Work closely with teams to carry out risk assessments</li>
<li>Work with external partners for further repair tasks</li>
</ul>
<h4>About You</h4>
We're looking for someone who has a keen interest in Caretaking and has an understanding of health, safety, and environment, with the ability to apply this practically to a residential service. You will be able to take ownership of your role and projects, and can work independently as well as part of a team. You will understand the needs of our residents and able to work flexibly to meet tailored needs for our residents and staff.
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<li>Proven appropriate experience in a similar role, this can include housekeeping, cleaning, or handyperson work</li>
<li>Proactive nature, with the ability to make decisions and use initiative to provide logical solutions, taking ownership and accountability</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills both written and oral including relationship building</li>
<li>Attention to detail and quality, with high level of organisation skills</li>
<li>Knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environment laws and practices in accommodation settings</li>
<li>Understanding of the housing needs of people with multiple and complex needs</li>
<li>Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency</li>
</ul>
Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
<h4>What we Offer</h4>
<ul>
<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>
<li>Employer Pension Contribution</li>
<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>
<li>Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more</li>
<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work</li>
<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>
<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>
<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>
<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>
<li>EDI Ambassador programme</li>
</ul>
<h4>About Social Interest Group (SIG)</h4>
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change.&nbsp;
We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets. Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be" target="_blank">Theory of Change</a>&nbsp;Further details can be found on our website here:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>.&nbsp;
<h4>Additional Information</h4>
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.&nbsp;
For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a>&nbsp;or call our central office on&nbsp;<a href="tel:02036689270" target="_blank">020 3668 9270</a>&nbsp;to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back.&nbsp;
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Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.&nbsp;
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our&nbsp;<a href="https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/" target="_blank">website</a>.
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Job Title:&nbsp;Recovery Worker
Location:&nbsp;ChurchfieldWest Ealing - &nbsp;Unfortunately there is no step free access available on this site.&nbsp;
Salary:&nbsp;£27,000
Shift Pattern:&nbsp;37.5 hours per week on a rolling rota between Monday to Sunday from 08:00 - 20:30. You may be required to work outside these hours as per service requirements.&nbsp;
<h4>About the Role</h4>
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Recovery Worker to join our team at, based in West Ealing. We support adults experiencing homelessness, isolation, mental health challenges and addiction. We provide support and appropriate interventions that will enable successful resettlements, and deliver to achieve safer, integrated communities for our stakeholders, You will provide pathways, support, and appropriate interventions to enable successful resettlements and collaborate with internal and external partners and agencies to achieve desired outcomes. &nbsp;
We have two multi-bed premises Churchfield and Cherington, where we provide supported housing for individuals facing addiction and homelessness. Churchfield offering 24/7 temporary support for those in active addiction and Cherington supporting abstinent residents to reintegrate into the community.&nbsp;
Key Responsibilities:&nbsp;
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<li>Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of residents and participants at all times</li>
<li>Engaging with residents, ensuring they are adhering to their license conditions. This may include planning activities to engage them with other people, communities, and opportunities</li>
<li>Be a valued and reliable member of the team, completing handovers for night colleagues for a seamless service</li>
<li>Building trusting professional relationships with residents, helping them to achieve their goals and aspirations which could be through tailored one to one sessions, group sessions, in and out of service activities, and general wellbeing check ins</li>
<li>Focusing on empowering our residents to take control over their lives and meet their personal goals</li>
</ul>
<h4>About You</h4>
We’re looking for someone with a genuine passion and felt purpose to help people, challenge stigma, and make a real difference to people’s lives! We are looking for a team player, driven to provide high quality care and support to others, an effective communicator who is able to build rapport with others from various backgrounds. You will be compassionate, supportive, and empowering to others, whilst able to form effective, positive and motivational relationships.&nbsp;
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<li>Experience of working with people of complex backgrounds and/or a good understanding of the sector, particularly around multiple and complex needs</li>
<li>Ability to show empathy and compassion to our residents, and different challenges they face</li>
<li>Ability to use, learn and adapt to IT at an intermediate level, including Microsoft and other software programs</li>
<li>Ability and willingness to show flexibility of working patterns, responding to the needs of the service and residents</li>
<li>Ability to promote the service and provide outreach-based provision, with an ability to liaise and work effectively in partnership with stakeholders</li>
<li>Understanding of the different needs people with multiple and complex needs have and be aware of the social marginalisation that can be attached to people who face personal challenges</li>
<li>Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency</li>
</ul>
Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
<h4>What we Offer</h4>
<ul>
<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>
<li>Employer Pension Contribution</li>
<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>
<li>Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more</li>
<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work</li>
<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>
<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>
<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>
<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>
<li>EDI Ambassador programme</li>
</ul>
<h4>About Social Interest Group (SIG)</h4>
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change.&nbsp;
We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets. Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be" target="_blank">Theory of Change</a>&nbsp;Further details can be found on our website here:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>.&nbsp;
<h4>Additional Information</h4>
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.&nbsp;
For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a>&nbsp;or call our central office on&nbsp;<a href="tel:02036689270" target="_blank">020 3668 9270</a>&nbsp;to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back.&nbsp;
<blockquote>
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.&nbsp;
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our&nbsp;<a href="https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/" target="_blank">website</a>.
</blockquote>

Recovery Worker

About UsNorth Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.The RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and experienced Social Worker to join the Fostering Team within our Fostering and Kinship Service. As a Fostering Supervising Social Worker, you will be responsible for the supervision, support, and development of our foster carers. You’ll work closely with colleagues across Children’s Services to ensure placements are stable, safe, and responsive to the needs of children and young people.Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Providing regular supervision and support to foster carers and kinship carers in line with statutory requirements</li><li>Undertaking fostering assessments (including Form F) and presenting to the fostering panel</li><li>Monitoring and reviewing placements to ensure high-quality care and safeguarding</li><li>Duty days; matching North Somerset foster carers to children who come into care or need short breaks in a planned or emergency basis</li><li>Delivering training and contributing to carer development programmes</li><li>Participating in recruitment campaigns and fostering events</li><li>Ensuring that carers are adhering to National Minimum Standards (fostering)</li><li>Completing any reports as necessary including annual reviews and standards of care reports</li></ul>This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.This position is currently based at the Town Hall office in Weston-Super-Mare. Work StyleAt North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way: <ul><li>1- 2 days in the office </li><li>Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.</li><li>Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for an individual who is passionate about fostering, has knowledge of kinship fostering, and who possesses the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:We would welcome applicants who meet the following criteria:<ul><li>A Social Work Degree and are registered with Social Work England</li><li>Completed their Assessed and Supported Year of Employment</li><li>Have worked in a safeguarding setting</li><li>Experience of writing balanced reports</li><li>Confident in preparing and presenting reports</li><li>Excellent ICT, communication and organisational skills</li><li>Experience and some knowledge of the Fostering National Minimum Standards</li><li>Knowledge and ideally some experience of using strengths-based approaches, restorative practice and knowledge of the Mockingbird Model</li><li>Ability to recognise when support is needed and respond proportionally to crisis</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Has worked in a Local Authority as a social worker</li><li>Experience of working with the Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO)</li><li>Experience of attending and presenting at a fostering panel</li><li>Experience of assessment writing </li></ul>What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <a href="https://heyzine.com/flip-book/12270cd8d2.html" target="_blank">Benefits booklet</a>.How to ApplyIf you share our <a href="https://n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/jobs-training/vision-values" target="_blank">vision and values</a>and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact the Fostering Team Manager Louisa Loveridge at <a href="mailto:louisa.loveridge@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">louisa.loveridge@n-somerset.gov.uk</a>.Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.As an organisation that recognises Care Leaver as a Protected Characteristic, we guarantee to interview all Care Leavers who meet the essential criteria for the job role. Interview Date: To be advised. This will be in person at the Town Hall in Weston Super Mare. However, please get in touch if you would prefer an alternative date or need this to be on Microsoft Teams in order to attend online.Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.





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Supervising Social Worker x2

Job Title: Skills Specialist Starting Salary: £38,220 progressing to £41,771 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37 Location: Stevenage Contract Type:&nbsp;Fixed Term until 31st August 2026 Directorate: Growth &amp; Environment<h4>About the team</h4>Hertfordshire Futures is a dynamic partnership between businesses and the public sector, driving sustainable economic growth across the county. It is the leading voice for the Hertfordshire’s economy, setting the strategic direction to accelerate business growth, job creation, innovation and investment.The Skills team are responsible for delivery of several flagship skills programmes including: Hertfordshire Opportunities and HOP (Hertfordshire Opportunities Portal), Skills Bootcamps and other skills related projects.&nbsp; The team are responsible for supporting employers to assess their workforce development needs, signpost to local solutions and enable employers to connect with local skills and talent through the Hertfordshire Careers Hub and the Connect to Work programme.&nbsp; The role will be promoting skills across a range of different sectors including professional services, film and TV, hospitality, health and social care, life sciences, technology, construction and the built environment.<h4>About the role</h4>This role is focused on delivering impactful skills-based programmes and initiatives, aligned with strategic priorities and stakeholder needs. You will be responsible for generating employer engagement opportunities and maximising relationships with both new and existing clients. A key part of the role involves managing a caseload of employers, identifying their current and future skills needs, and raising the profile of Hertfordshire’s skills solutions.You will provide an account management service, signposting and facilitating referrals to a wide range of skills, employment, and careers solutions. As a champion of technical education and inclusive employment, you will develop excellent knowledge of the local offer and build strong relationships with Hertfordshire’s skills and employment providers.In addition to core responsibilities, the role may include involvement in cross-functional projects related to skills development and stakeholder relationships within construction and the built environment. This will require the ability to manage projects effectively, communicate clearly with a range of stakeholders, analyse data and monitor and report on progress to support continuous improvement. The role demands strong organisational skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams and sectors to support strategic goals.This is a varied and rewarding role for someone who thrives on collaboration, innovation and making a real difference to Hertfordshire’s skills landscape.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Experience in sales, employer engagement, lead generation, and networking</li><li>Ability to develop strong relationships with referral partners, training providers, and employers and be able to facilitate positive change</li><li>Strong level of local knowledge and connection, with the credibility to engage effectively with stakeholders</li><li>A good understanding of the skills and employment landscape including careers education and programmes for residents with barriers to employment, and awareness of challenges and opportunities</li><li>Knowledge and experience of skills solutions available to businesses, including apprenticeships, technical education, employment programmes, and qualifications</li><li>An understanding of the construction industry and developer employment and skills plans would be desirable</li><li>Ability to manage, monitor, analyse data and contribute to cross-functional projects</li><li>Strong organisational skills and attention to detail</li><li>Confidence to represent Hertfordshire Futures programmes at events and promote advocacy to our programmes</li><li>Be able to identify case study opportunities, good news stories and promote opportunities.</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Programme and Project, level PRO10 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles: Project &amp; programmeTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Claire Scarisbrick, Skills Delivery Manager:&nbsp; <a href="mailto:Claire.scarisbrick@hertfordshirefutures.co.uk" target="_blank">Claire.scarisbrick@hertfordshirefutures.co.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: w/c 17th November 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. Secondment This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the&nbsp;Secondment Form&nbsp;as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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