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We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler.We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause.More about your roleWe have an exciting new opportunity as a Lifeguard at Places Leisure, where you will be working in a fun, lively environment with likeminded people. You will help to inspire others to work together and deliver their very best.A National Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) would be beneficial, however if you are safety conscious, a competent swimmer and eager to gain valuable life skills, then with our continuous learning and development opportunities, we would be happy to support you in achieving this qualification.There are many opportunities available for you within Places Leisure. Starting your career with us as a Lifeguard is a great first step to many different routes including Operational Management, Sales, Fitness or Customer Service.In the Lifeguard Role, we will offer ongoing training &amp; competency assessments as well as opportunities for first aid at work training, swimming teacher qualifications and a variety of apprenticeship routes.A National Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) is essential. More about you<ul><li>You will be responsible for the supervision of our customers and other lifeguards using our swimming and pool facilities.</li><li>You will always act safely whilst holding responsibility for the Health and Safety of all pool users and oversee the operations of the building.</li><li>You will have excellent attention to detail, ensuring the safety of our customers whilst they are enjoying the use of our facilities.</li><li>You will have a passion for delivering first class customer service and deal with customers in a friendly and professional manner whilst going above and beyond to deliver the highest of standards.</li><li>You will have an eye for first class cleanliness and will put this into action whenever required.</li></ul>BenefitsWe are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:<ul><li>We align with the Real Living Wage foundation</li><li>A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%</li><li>Full Health &amp; Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors</li><li>Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more)</li><li>An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave</li><li>Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development</li><li>Access to our Company Pension scheme</li><li>Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year</li><li>Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes</li><li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.</li></ul>





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Lifeguard

We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler.We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause.More about your roleIt will be your responsibility to help run fun, interactive and memorable activities for children at our centres. Junior Activity Instructors lead dryside courses, parties, holiday activities and sessions and come up with innovative ideas to both maximise use of the centre, and maximise the fun had by our customers. For more information please download our job profile available on our website.More about youYou will have an outgoing manner and it would be preferable to have experience of working with children however, experience in a previous role where customer service was your main focus would be extremely beneficial for this role. Party Hosts will need to have buckets of energy and enthusiasm but most importantly you will have need a flexible attitude to work due to the need to cover parties sometimes at short notice.BenefitsWe are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:<ul><li>We align with the Real Living Wage foundation</li><li>A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%</li><li>Full Health &amp; Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors</li><li>Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more)</li><li>An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave</li><li>Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development</li><li>Access to our Company Pension scheme</li><li>Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year</li><li>Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes</li><li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.</li></ul>





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Junior Activities Instructor

We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler.We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause.MORE ABOUT YOUR ROLEYou will be responsible for the implementation of a number of the Places for People Leisure's policies including; Health &amp; Safety, Environment and Planned &amp; Preventative Maintenance. You will have a hands on role in in updating systems and policies across the business needs to improve the service we provide and achieve the company's mission statement ‘To create active places and healthy people'.For more information please download our job profile available on our websiteMORE ABOUT YOUYou will have experience working in a similar role or looking to gain that experience. This role also demands that you must have a Pool Plant Operators Certificate (Qualification can be completed at site after employement). BenefitsWe are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:<ul><li>We align with the Real Living Wage foundation</li><li>Full Health &amp; Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors</li><li>Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more)</li><li>An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave</li><li>Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development</li><li>Access to our Company Pension scheme</li><li>Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year</li><li>Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes</li><li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.</li></ul>





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Technical Assistant

We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler.We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause.More about your roleWe have an exciting new opportunity for a Swimming Teacher, at Places Leisure, where you will be working in a fun, lively environment with likeminded people. You will help to inspire others to work together and deliver their very best. With your passion for teaching, swimming and excellent class programming and instructing skills, you will be full of enthusiasm whilst engaging with our customers and impressing them with your extensive knowledge and expertise.All of our swimmer development stages are based on the National Plan for Teaching Swimming, and as such, our Swimming Teachers should hold a minimum of UKCC Level 2. It would be advantageous if you hold a Lifesaving Qualification (NPLQ or NRASTC), however, if you are a motivated and driven individual, then with our continuous learning and development opportunities, we would be happy to support you in achieving either of these qualifications.There are many opportunities available for you within Places Leisure. Your career with us as a Swimming Teacher is a great first step to many different routes including a Swimming Co-ordinator and a Contract Swimming Development Manager.In the Swimming Teacher role, we will offer ongoing training and development opportunities, including support with your NPLQ or NRASTC qualifications, enhancing your customer service skills and much more.More about you<ul><li>Passionate about helping people of all ages learn to swim or become stronger, faster, or more confident when swimming.</li><li>You will work with customers in groups and sometimes on a one-to-one basis to motivate and instruct them during their lessons.</li><li>You will be a friendly, approachable, and patient individual with the ability to build trust, encourage and motivate your students.</li><li>You will thrive on supporting students to achieve their potential, drawing on your continual knowledge and experience of industry best practice whilst applying teaching skills in the most effective way.</li><li>Always looking to seek out development opportunities and potential ideas to further improve the service we provide.</li></ul>BenefitsWe are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:<ul><li>We align with the Real Living Wage foundation</li><li>A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%</li><li>Full Health &amp; Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors</li><li>Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more)</li><li>An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave</li><li>Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development</li><li>Access to our Company Pension scheme</li><li>Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year</li><li>Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes</li><li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.</li></ul>





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Swimming Teacher

We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler.We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause.More about your roleWe have an exciting new opportunity for a Fitness Instructor, at Places Leisure, where you will be working in a fun, lively environment with likeminded people. You will help to inspire others to work together and deliver their very best. With your previous experience in the fitness industry, you will be full of enthusiasm and love talking with people whilst motivating others and feel confident in giving suitable health and fitness advice that will match each customer's individual aspirations and goals. All our Fitness Instructors should hold a minimum of CIMSPA Affiliate/Reps Level 2, and it would be ideal if you were to hold CIMSPA Practitioner/Reps Level 3. However, if you are a motivated and driven individual, then with our continuous learning and development opportunities, we would be happy to support you in achieving this qualification.There are many opportunities available for you within Places Leisure. Your career with us as a Fitness Instructor is a great first step to many different routes. You can develop your career by providing outstanding Personal Training sessions and growing your client base. If management is a route you wanted to take, you can work up to be a Fitness Manager.In the Fitness Instructor role, we will offer ongoing training and development opportunities, including support with your CIMSPA Practitioner / Reps Level 3 Qualification, enhancing your customer service skills and much more.More about you<ul><li>Always putting the customers' needs at the forefront of everything you do and have the ability to create personable and meaningful relationships.</li><li>Maintain an interest in your continuous personal development by maintaining a high level of knowledge and play an active part in keeping on top of new trends within the industry.</li><li>Carry out initial inductions and ensure that customers are using the equipment safely and correctly.</li><li>You will be comfortable working with customers of all abilities, no matter what stage they are in their fitness journey. You will be able to set and monitor programmes as appropriate.</li><li>You will work with individuals running Personal Training and small group sessions; be happy to offer Personal Training sessions as an additional service; and look to take on new PT clients from face-to-face interactions and basic marketing tools.</li><li>Work as a team to keep our facilities clean and safe, adhering to regulations and our company procedures. Our teams maintain consistent standards; therefore, you will want to be your best, in everything you do.</li></ul>BenefitsWe are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:<ul><li>We align with the Real Living Wage foundation</li><li>A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%</li><li>Full Health &amp; Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors</li><li>Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more)</li><li>An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave</li><li>Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development</li><li>Access to our Company Pension scheme</li><li>Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year</li><li>Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes</li><li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.</li></ul>





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Fitness Instructor

We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler.We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause.More about your roleWe have an exciting new opportunity for a Group Workout Instructor, at Places Leisure, where you will be working in a fun, lively environment with likeminded people. You will help to inspire others to work together and deliver their very best. With your previous experience in the fitness industry, specifically personal and group training, you will be full of enthusiasm and love talking with people whilst motivating them to push themselves to achieve their aims in a safe and encouraging manner. All our Group Workout Instructors should hold a qualification suitable for delivery of our world-class Group Workout Programme. However, if you are a motivated and driven individual, then with our continuous learning and development opportunities, we would be happy to support you in achieving this qualification. More about you<ul><li>You'll be enthusiastic about delivering group workouts to large and small classes in a fast-paced environment, where you will easily be able to hold the attention of a room full of people and your charisma will shine through.</li><li>With your strong people skills, you will always put the customers' needs at the forefront of everything you do and have the ability to create personable and meaningful relationships.</li><li>You will have exceptional time management skills.</li><li>Maintain an interest in your continuous personal development by maintaining a high level of knowledge and play an active part in keeping on top of new trends within the industry.</li><li>You will be comfortable working with customers of all abilities, no matter what stage they are in their fitness journey.</li><li>Work as a team to keep our facilities clean and safe, adhering to regulations and our company procedures. Our teams maintain consistent standards; therefore, you will want to be your best, in everything you do.</li></ul>BenefitsWe are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:<ul><li>We align with the Real Living Wage foundation</li><li>A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%</li><li>Full Health &amp; Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors</li><li>Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more)</li><li>An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave</li><li>Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development</li><li>Access to our Company Pension scheme</li><li>Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year</li><li>Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes</li><li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.</li></ul>





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Group Workout Instructor (Aqua)

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





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Duty Manager

We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler.We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause.More about your role We are currently recruiting for a Sports Manager to join our team. As Sports Manager you will be responsible for maximising the commercial and participation growth of both the wet and dry sports programmes – leading the Course Coordinators to achieve monthly sales, financial and performance targets. You will need to ensure the Sports programmes are operated in accordance with the Sport QMS manual and National Governing Body guidance.You will also be responsible for overseeing the Bookings Coordinator, ensuring maximum facility use, including the main hall, Squash Courts, 3G football pitches and studio / meeting rooms. It will be your role to establish and maintain excellent relationships with our customers and potential customers, ensuring that you communicate, market and promote the sports programs and facilities we have to offer.More about you We are looking for candidates who have previous experience within a similar roleTo be successful in this role you will need to be commercially minded and have a real passion for the sector. Strong organisational and communication skills are a must have for this position, and candidates must have high levels of customer service.Previous experience working with National Governing Bodies would be advantageous, in addition to a relevant Sports Development / Coaching qualification. BenefitsWe are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:<ul><li>We align with the Real Living Wage foundation</li><li>A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%</li><li>Full Health &amp; Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors</li><li>Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more)</li><li>An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave</li><li>Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development</li><li>Access to our Company Pension scheme</li><li>Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year</li><li>Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes</li><li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.</li></ul>





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Sports Manager (Fixed Term Contract)

We have an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to join us in the Medway Council Children and Young People with Disabilities team (CYPD), on a part time basis. CYPD Occupational Therapist’s work with children and young people 0 – 18 years old and their families throughout the challenges of living with disability, offering guidance, advice on equipment and home adaptation, helping them to build skills, resilience and networks to support their journey to adulthood.The team are close, enthusiastic and support each other in daily work. We will offer you an in-depth, structured induction, regular high-quality supervision, on-going support and career development through annual appraisals.CPD and professional development is important to us and will offer you opportunities for group learning, peer support and regular team meetings, also internal and external training. We understand the need for a good work/life balance and flexibility. If you are committed to providing a safe child-focused service working in partnership with multiple agencies and stakeholders, then we would welcome your application.<h4>About you</h4>You will be a qualified Occupational Therapist (MSc OT /BSc OT / Dip COT) with current HCPC registration.The CYPD OT’s role requires an experienced practitioner who can work independently with good time management skills, resilience and comprehensive knowledge of the legislative frameworks. We work closely with many internal and external agencies such as Housing/housing providers, the Disabled Adaptation Service and NHS and community services and so excellent communication skills are required. Working to support children and their families alongside Social Workers and Family Workers, you will elicit the voice of the child, promoting their active participation indecision-making. You will need to be competent in complex moving and handling assessment and equipment recommendations. <h4>Skills and experience required</h4><ul><li>Qualified Occupational Therapist HCPC registered.</li><li>Competent in moving and handling assessment and equipment recommendation.</li><li>Experience in the assessment and provision of equipment and home adaptation for children diagnosed with a physical disability and/or neurodivergence.</li><li>Experience of Disabled Facilities Grants and writing recommendations for major home adaptations.</li><li>Clear understanding of current legislation regarding safeguarding of children.</li><li>Knowledge of GDPR legislation to ensure clear understanding of confidentiality and the need for data protection.</li><li>IT literate.</li><li>Good communication, empathy, numeracy, and administrative skills.</li><li>Hold a current full UK driving licence, and have access to your own vehicle for work.</li></ul><h4>Our offer</h4>We are proud to offer a range of benefits including –<ul><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). </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></ul><h4>Important information</h4><ul><li>If you would like an open and informal discussion regarding this role then please contact: Alison Golding, Interim Team Manager via <a href="mailto:alison.golding@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">alison.golding@medway.gov.uk</a>.</li><li>Medway Council is not able to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship, so candidates must already possess the right to work in the UK.</li><li>Please include in your personal statement the reasons for your application, how your skills and experience align with the essential and desirable criteria outlined in the Job Description, and what unique qualities and contributions you can bring to this role and our team.</li><li>Applications close on 9th December 2025, and all interviews will be held in person. The date and time for the interview will be conveyed to shortlisted candidates at a later date.</li></ul><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

Occupational Therapist

We have an exciting opportunity for Community Support Outreach Workers who are highly motivated to work within our generic locality teams. We are looking for people who are committed to delivering a high-quality service. The service is delivered using a strengths-based (Conversations Model), person centred approach. We have implemented an innovative locality-based service giving the opportunity to establish close links with local communities and partners. Your practice will have a strong emphasis on quality and achieving the best possible outcomes for people. We promote individual aspirations, enhance independence and wellbeing, and maximise autonomy by supporting people to live their lives in the way that they choose. Working at Medway Council means that you will 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> </h4><h4>In return we will offer you: </h4><ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li></ul><h4> </h4><h4>Career Progression Framework</h4>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role. You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.<h4> </h4><h4>Our organisation</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in. <h4>Important Information</h4><ul><li>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile.</li><li>Medway Council is not able to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship, so candidates must already possess the right to work in the UK.</li></ul> <h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.





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Outreach Worker - Part  Time 

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? We’re looking for a dedicated and highly organised individual to join our team as an Education, Health and Care (EHC) Assessment Officer.<h4> </h4><h4>About the Role</h4>In this vital role, you will be responsible for managing the Education, Health and Care Needs Assessment (EHCNA) process and producing high-quality Education, Health, and Care (EHC) plans within statutory timeframes. Your work will span all post-14 educational phases —ensuring that each plan reflects the unique needs and aspirations of the child or young person.You’ll gather and analyse information from a range of sources and collaborate closely with professionals across education, health, and social care to identify and deliver meaningful outcomes.<h4>What you’ll be doing</h4>‒ Managing a large and varied caseload in a fast-paced environment.‒ Drafting clear, outcome-focused EHC plans based on comprehensive assessments.‒ Communicating regularly with parents/carers, education providers, and multi-agency professionals.‒ Using data sets to inform your daily work and decision-making.‒ Leading and representing Medway Council at key meetings, including co-production sessions, Ways Forward meetings, supporting tribunals team, and other operational discussions.‒ Ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, including the Children and Families Act 2014 and the SEND Code of Practice (2015).<h4>What we are looking for</h4>‒ Excellent organisational and time management skills.‒ Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.‒ A sound understanding of SEND legislation and statutory processes.‒ Confidence in working independently and collaboratively in a multi-agency environment.Additional Information‒ As a customer-facing role, applicants must meet the language requirements outlined in Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016, demonstrating a proficient command of spoken English/Welsh.This is a hybrid role with office attendance required 3x per week.<h4>In return we will offer you: </h4><ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li></ul><h4>Career Progression Framework</h4>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role. You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.<h4>Our organisation</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<h4>Important Information</h4><ul><li>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</li><li>Medway Council is not able to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship, so candidates must already possess the right to work in the UK.</li><li>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.</li></ul><h4> </h4><h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.





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Post 14 EHC Coordinator

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? We’re looking for a dedicated and highly organised individual to join our team as an Education, Health and Care (EHC) Assessment Officer.<h4> </h4><h4>About the role</h4>In this vital role, you will be responsible for managing the Education, Health and Care Needs Assessment (EHCNA) process and producing high-quality Education, Health, and Care (EHC) plans within statutory timeframes. Your work will span all pre-14 educational phases —ensuring that each plan reflects the unique needs and aspirations of the child or young person.You’ll gather and analyse information from a range of sources and collaborate closely with professionals across education, health, and social care to identify and deliver meaningful outcomes.<h4>What you’ll be doing</h4>‒ Managing a large and varied caseload in a fast-paced environment.‒ Drafting clear, outcome-focused EHC plans based on comprehensive assessments.‒ Communicating regularly with parents/carers, education providers, and multi-agency professionals.‒ Using data sets to inform your daily work and decision-making.‒ Leading and representing Medway Council at key meetings, including co-production sessions, Ways Forward meetings, supporting tribunals team, and other operational discussions.‒ Ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, including the Children and Families Act 2014 and the SEND Code of Practice (2015).<h4>What we are looking for</h4>‒ Excellent organisational and time management skills.‒ Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.‒ A sound understanding of SEND legislation and statutory processes.‒ Confidence in working independently and collaboratively in a multi-agency environment.Additional Information‒ As a customer-facing role, applicants must meet the language requirements outlined in Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016, demonstrating a proficient command of spoken English/Welsh.This is a hybrid role with office attendance required 3x per week.<h4>In return we will offer you</h4><ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li></ul><h4>Career Progression Framework</h4>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role. You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.<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 age.For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.<h4> </h4><h4>Important information</h4><ul><li>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</li><li>Medway Council is not able to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship, so candidates must already possess the right to work in the UK.</li><li>If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.</li></ul>All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.





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Pre 14 EHC Coordinator

We have an exciting opportunity for Community Support Outreach Workers who are highly motivated to work within our generic locality teams. We are looking for people who are committed to delivering a high-quality service. The service is delivered using a strengths-based (Conversations Model), person centred approach. We have implemented an innovative locality-based service giving the opportunity to establish close links with local communities and partners. Your practice will have a strong emphasis on quality and achieving the best possible outcomes for people. We promote individual aspirations, enhance independence and wellbeing, and maximise autonomy by supporting people to live their lives in the way that they choose. Working at Medway Council means that you will 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> </h4><h4>In return we will offer you</h4><ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li></ul><h4> </h4><h4>Career Progression Framework</h4>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role. You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.<h4> </h4><h4>Our organisation</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in. <h4>Important Information</h4><ul><li>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</li><li>Medway Council is not able to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship, so candidates must already possess the right to work in the UK.</li></ul> <h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.





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Outreach Worker

<h4> Location </h4> Derbyshire <h4> Business Area </h4> Operational Policing <h4> Department </h4> N/A <h4> Rank </h4> Inspector <h4> Grade </h4> N/A <h4>Salary</h4>£63,768 - £68,982<h4> Part/Full Time </h4> Full Time <h4> Hours per Week </h4> 40 <h4> Additional Working Conditions </h4> Part Time <h4> Type of Contract </h4> Permanent <h4> Vetting Level Required </h4> MV, RV <h4> Description </h4>Inspire change, lead with purpose helping to protect Derbyshire.We’re looking for experienced Inspectors* who would like to join Derbyshire Constabulary, helping to keep our communities safe, bringing offenders to justice and protecting vulnerable people from harm. We support and want people focused leaders to join our team, setting and maintaining the standards and seeking opportunities to improve. Empowering change and delivering excellence in policing.Our vision is to be an outstanding force and provide a consistently good service to our communities across the county. We believe in our values and strive to work to them in everything we do. You’ll be joining a policing team that work together, it’s truly vibrant, diverse and rewarding work, protecting everyone in Derbyshire.*We will also consider applications from Sergeants who are within 2 months of completing their Inspectors Work Based Assessment.We are “One Derbyshire”Derbyshire is a predominantly rural area and includes large parts of the Peak District National Park, offering opportunities for an outdoor lifestyle and enhanced quality of life. In contrast we have vibrant urban centres in the city of Derby and town of Chesterfield, suiting those who also enjoy the city life.Look through our InspectorTransferee Information Pack to learn more about why Derbyshire Constabulary is the force for you as well as everything you need to know about the recruitment process and becoming part of our inclusive team.Next StepsIf Derbyshire Constabulary sounds like the right place for you to continue your career as a Police Officer, please click APPLY to complete your application.Time Line<ul><li>Vacancy closes: Friday 30th January 2026 at 23:55</li><li>Shortlisting: w/c 2nd February 2026</li><li>Interviews: 16th to 23rd February 2026</li></ul> To understand how you can make Derbyshire safer together visit our<a href="https://careers.derbyshire.police.uk/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://careers.derbyshire.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.<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/9354/56782/1/0/7d2d67bc51f53e776426944655dca27913864213" target="_blank"> Inspector Transferees Information Pack (003).pdf – 2019KB </a> 





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Derbyshire Constabulary

Transferee Inspector (DP 26, 1)

<h4> Location </h4> Derbyshire, Forcewide <h4> Business Area </h4> Operational Policing <h4> Department </h4> N/A <h4> Rank </h4> Constable <h4> Grade </h4> N/A <h4>Salary</h4>£31,164 - £50,256<h4> Hours per Week </h4> 40 <h4> Additional Working Conditions </h4> Shift Work <h4> Type of Contract </h4> Permanent <h4> Vetting Level Required </h4> RV <h4> Description </h4>Join us as an operational officer it's a unique role with unique demands that are ever-changing. You need to be adaptable to change and ready to think on your feet.Being a Police Constable means never knowing what's going to happen next. You'll be working long hours, typically 12-hour shifts, you'll be in contact with the widest variety of people, and you'll be expected to act with integrity at all times - even when you're out of uniform. At the same time, it's a role that can give you some of the best and proudest days of your life. From protecting the vulnerable and saving lives to just making your local community feel safer, it's exciting, diverse and vitally important.In return, you will have the benefit of working for a creative, forward-thinking force that is dedicated to keeping Derbyshire a safe place to live, work and visit.Salary <ul><li>The starting salary is £31,164 with annual increments, moving to £50,256 within 7 years.</li></ul>What you’ll be doing<ul><li>You’ll provide initial and ongoing frontline response to a wide range of incidents that may include complex and confrontational situations, assessing immediate risk, threat and harm to determine a proportionate response in line with the law, policy and guidance.</li><li>Take a leading role in effective localised partnerships to problem solve, engage with, reassure and support organisations, groups and individuals across communities in line with the Force’s planned approach.</li><li>Effectively engage with victims, witnesses, suspects and the vulnerable, in accordance with equality, diversity and human rights considerations, to provide initial support, direct towards relevant services, establish relationships and gather information that prevents and reduces crimes.</li><li>You’ll maintain awareness of potential and actual risks to individuals, taking appropriate action to protect and support those in need of public protection to pre-empt or effectively address safety / vulnerability issues.</li><li>Conduct effective and efficient priority and high-volume investigations as requested in line with standards of investigation to inform the development of high-quality case files and initiation of criminal justice proceedings.</li><li>Gather and handle information, intelligence, and evidence, from a variety of sources, in line with legislation, policies and guidance, taking the appropriate action to support investigations, law enforcement and criminal justice proceedings.</li></ul>The must haves<ul><li>Hold 2 A levels or a level 3 that is equivalent qualification in any subject or are in your last year of study.</li><li>Or are a current serving PCSO, who has completed your professional development plan, passed your probationary period and served 12 months in post and you are up to date with all mandatory training at the time of submitting your application.</li><li>Or are a current serving Special Constable who has attained independent patrol status at the time of application, who is consistently completing sixteen hours per month and is up to date with all mandatory training</li><li>Or are a current serving NIO, who has attained a PIP1 qualification, passed your probationary period and served 12 months in post and you are up to date with all mandatory training at the time of submitting your application.</li><li>Or are currently employed and have served 2 years in a front facing role from the date of application in one of the following areas:<ul><li>Investigation Officers</li><li>Emergency Services</li><li>Armed Forces</li><li>Prison Service</li></ul></li><li>hold a full UK manual driving licence by pre-employment stage, which is typically 14-16 weeks prior to the start of the cohort.</li></ul>Please review the qualification and experience guidance attached to check you are eligible before you submit your application. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet these requirements at the time of submitting your application. You are anticipated to start in Summer/Autumn 2026. Your training will last for 32 weeks and throughout this period your leave will be pre-booked.What’s in it for you? At Derbyshire Constabulary, we aim to create an environment that puts people first. We want you to feel supported in everything you do, so you can give your very best. What’s more, we have a range of <a href="https://careers.derbyshire.police.uk/what-we-can-offer-you" target="_blank">reward and benefits</a> that if you join us you could enjoy.Next StepsTo find out more, register for our upcoming information<a href="https://shrsc.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-External/brand-5/xf-603d4a8e2bff/candidate/jobboard/vacancy/12/adv/?f_Item_Opportunity_65559_lk=2087" target="_blank">webinars click </a><a href="https://shrsc.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-External/brand-5/xf-603d4a8e2bff/candidate/jobboard/vacancy/12/adv/?f_Item_Opportunity_65559_lk=2087" target="_blank">here</a>. Once you've attended you will then be sent a link to be able to apply.<ul><li>To support you with your application we have provided some guidance on <a href="https://careers.derbyshire.police.uk/find-job/our-recruitment-process-police-detective-constables" target="_blank">our recruitment process</a>.</li></ul>Once we have sufficient applications, we may close this campaign earlier than expected.Who we areDerbyshire Constabulary has a strong and unequivocal commitment to delivering a high-quality policing service for everyone in the county - whether for our one million residents or our ten million visitors to the Peak District. By joining us you'll play a unique role in helping us to keep Derbyshire as one of the safest places to live and work in England.To understand how you can make Derbyshire safer together visit our <a href="https://careers.derbyshire.police.uk/" target="_blank">careers website</a>.We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds and encourage anyone who has considered a career in policing to apply. We’re particularly keen to increase the number of females and candidates from black and minority ethnic communities and the LGBT community, so that we can truly reflect the communities that we serve in.<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/9358/56782/1/0/97116bda63145a87ccc240887ceb33bdde03736b" target="_blank"> Qualifications &amp; Experience Guide - Derbys.pdf – 898KB </a> 





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Police Constable Entry Programme (PCEP) (DP26,C1)

<h4> Location </h4> Derbyshire, Forcewide <h4> Business Area </h4> Operational Policing <h4> Department </h4> N/A <h4> Rank </h4> Constable <h4> Grade </h4> N/A <h4>Salary</h4>£31,164 - £50,256<h4> Hours per Week </h4> 40 <h4> Additional Working Conditions </h4> Shift Work <h4> Type of Contract </h4> Permanent <h4> Vetting Level Required </h4> RV <h4> Description </h4>The Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA) route into policing is an exciting opportunity for individuals from all backgrounds to obtain a degree whilst working and earning a full salary as a police officer.The PCDA programme is delivered in partnership with a university and includes classroom delivery, practical application and tutorship. The programme will be split between the university and our police headquarters in Ripley. The Apprenticeship programme will enable rotations around various key departments in the second year and you will be able to apply for specialisms in the third year.Being a Police Constable means never knowing what's going to happen next. You'll be working long hours, typically 12-hour shifts, you'll be in contact with the widest variety of people, and you'll be expected to act with integrity at all times - even when you're out of uniform. At the same time, it's a role that can give you some of the best and proudest days of your life. From protecting the vulnerable and saving lives to just making your local community feel safer, it's exciting, diverse and vitally important.In return, you will have the benefit of working for a creative, forward-thinking force that is dedicated to keeping Leicestershire a safe place to live, work and visit.SalaryApprentices are not required to contribute towards the cost of their degree but remain in probation for the three-year duration of the programme. The starting salary is £31,164, in year 2 and £32,427 in year 3 and within 7 years £50,256.What you'll being doing<ul><li>You’ll provide initial and ongoing frontline response to a wide range of incidents that may include complex and confrontational situations, assessing immediate risk, threat and harm to choose a proportionate response in line with the law, policy and guidance.</li><li>Take a leading role in effective localised partnerships to problem solve, engage with, reassure and support organisations, groups and individuals across communities in line with the Force’s planned approach.</li><li>Effectively engage with victims, witnesses, suspects and the vulnerable, in accordance with equality, diversity and human rights considerations, to provide initial support, direct towards relevant services, establish relationships and gather information that prevents and reduces crimes.</li><li>You’ll maintain awareness of potential and actual risks to individuals, taking appropriate action to protect and support those in need of public protection to pre-empt or effectively address safety / vulnerability issues.</li><li>Conduct effective and efficient priority and high-volume investigations as requested in line with standards of investigation to inform the development of high-quality case files and initiation of criminal justice proceedings.</li><li>Gather and handle information, intelligence, and evidence, from a variety of sources, in line with legislation, policies and guidance, taking the appropriate action to support investigations, law enforcement and criminal justice proceedings.</li></ul>The must haves<ul><li>hold a level 2 in Maths and English grade C/4 or above at the time of submitting your application.</li><li>hold 2 A levels or a level 3 that is equivalent qualification in any subject or are in your last year of study.</li><li>Or are a current serving PCSO, who has completed your professional development plan, passed your probationary period and served 12 months in post and you are up to date with all mandatory training at the time of submitting your application.</li><li>Or are a current serving Special Constable who has attained independent patrol status at the time of application, who is consistently completing sixteen hours per month and is up to date with all mandatory training</li><li>Or are a current serving NIO, who has attained a PIP1 qualification, passed your probationary period and served 12 months in post and you are up to date with all mandatory training at the time of submitting your application.</li><li>Or are currently employed and have served 2 years in a front facing role from the date of application in one of the following areas:<ul><li>Investigation Officers</li><li>Emergency Services</li><li>Armed Forces</li><li>Prison Service</li></ul></li><li>Hold a driving licence within 6 months of your start date.</li></ul>Please review the qualification and experience guidance attached to check your qualification before you submit your application.Training and cohortYour anticipated start date for training will be Autumn 2026 or March 2027. Your training will last for 30 weeks and throughout this period your leave will be pre-booked. If you have any prior holidays or arrangements, throughout this period, we will not be able to accommodate these and will not be able to offer you a place on this cohort. We only have a limited number of places for this cohort and will be selecting the highest scoring candidates.What’s in it for you?At Derbyshire Constabulary, 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.derbyshire.police.uk/what-we-can-offer-you" target="_blank">reward and benefits</a>available to all our employees.Next StepsTo find out more, register for our upcoming information<a href="https://shrsc.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-External/brand-5/xf-603d4a8e2bff/candidate/jobboard/vacancy/12/adv/?f_Item_Opportunity_65559_lk=2087" target="_blank">webinars click </a><a href="https://shrsc.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-External/brand-5/xf-603d4a8e2bff/candidate/jobboard/vacancy/12/adv/?f_Item_Opportunity_65559_lk=2087" target="_blank">here</a>. Once you've attended you will then be sent a link to be able to apply.<ul><li>To support you with your application we have provided some guidance on <a href="https://careers.derbyshire.police.uk/find-job/our-recruitment-process-police-officers" target="_blank">our recruitment process</a>.</li></ul>Once we have sufficient applications, we may close this campaign earlier than expected.Who we areDerbyshire Constabulary has a strong and unequivocal commitment to delivering a high-quality policing service for everyone in the county - whether for our one million residents or our ten million visitors to the Peak District. By joining us you'll play a unique role in helping us to keep Derbyshire as one of the safest places to live and work in England.To understand how you can make Derbyshire safer together visit our <a href="https://careers.derbyshire.police.uk/" target="_blank">careers website</a>.We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds and encourage anyone who has considered a career in policing to apply. We’re particularly keen to increase the number of females and candidates from black and minority ethnic communities and the LGBT community, so that we can truly reflect the communities that we serve in. <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/9366/56782/1/0/97116bda63145a87ccc240887ceb33bdde03736b" target="_blank"> Qualifications &amp; Experience Guide - Derbys.pdf – 898KB </a> 





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Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship - PCDA (DP26, C1)

<h4> Location </h4> Derbyshire <h4> Business Area </h4> Operational Policing <h4> Department </h4> N/A <h4> Rank </h4> Constable <h4> Grade </h4> N/A <h4>Salary</h4>£31,164 - £50,256<h4> Hours per Week </h4> 40 <h4> Additional Working Conditions </h4> Shift Work <h4> Type of Contract </h4> Permanent <h4> Vetting Level Required </h4> MV <h4> Description </h4>Do you have a keen eye for detail?Are you prepared to challenge assumptions and not take information at face value?If the answer to these questions is yes, then you should consider a career as a detective at Derbyshire Constabulary.As a police detective, the most serious crimes land on your desk. You’re the key role responsible for bringing justice to victims impacted by crime. You need the resilience to overcome obstacles, the clarity to never take things at face value, and the ability to communicate with people from all walks of life and gain their trust.Each case is unique, and often relies upon the quality of the evidence, the emotional state of the victims, your ability to persuade and influence, and persevere right up until the end. Cases can be a lengthy process, and you’ll learn to maintain relationships and deal with setbacks caused by failures.As a detective there is no room for assumptions. Being diligent and collecting evidence based on facts are all part of each line of enquiry you’ll follow. You’ll work on some of society’s most challenging issues including child exploitation, sexual assault and murder. You’ll be driven by your personal mission of working to protect the victims of crime from future harm. You’ll learn about humans, how they behave, and how they shape the fabric of society.It's a unique role with unique demands that are ever-changing. You need to be adaptable to change and ready to think on your feet. At the same time, it's a role that can give you some of the best and proudest days of your life. From protecting the vulnerable and saving lives, it's exciting, diverse and vitally important. In return, you will have the benefit of working for a creative, forward-thinking force that is dedicated to keeping Derbyshire a safe place to live, work and visit.Salary <ul><li>The starting salary is £31,164 with annual increments, moving to £50,256 within 7 years.</li></ul>What you’ll be doing<ul><li>You’ll provide initial and ongoing frontline response to a wide range of incidents that may include complex and confrontational situations, assessing immediate risk, threat and harm to determine a proportionate response in line with the law, policy and guidance.</li><li>Take a leading role in effective localised partnerships to problem solve, engage with, reassure and support organisations, groups and individuals across communities in line with the Force’s planned approach.</li><li>Effectively engage with victims, witnesses, suspects and the vulnerable, in accordance with equality, diversity and human rights considerations, to provide initial support, direct towards relevant services, establish relationships and gather information that prevents and reduces crimes.</li><li>You’ll maintain awareness of potential and actual risks to individuals, taking appropriate action to protect and support those in need of public protection to pre-empt or effectively address safety / vulnerability issues.</li><li>Conduct effective and efficient priority and high-volume investigations as requested in line with standards of investigation to inform the development of high-quality case files and initiation of criminal justice proceedings.</li><li>Gather and handle information, intelligence, and evidence, from a variety of sources, in line with legislation, policies and guidance, taking the appropriate action to support investigations, law enforcement and criminal justice proceedings.</li></ul>The must haves<ul><li>Hold 2 A levels or a level 3 that is equivalent qualification in any subject or are in your last year of study.</li><li>Or are a current serving PCSO, who has completed your professional development plan, passed your probationary period and served 12 months in post and you are up to date with all mandatory training at the time of submitting your application.</li><li>Or are a current serving Special Constable who has attained independent patrol status at the time of application, who is consistently completing sixteen hours per month and is up to date with all mandatory training</li><li>Or are a current serving NIO, who has attained a PIP1 qualification, passed your probationary period and served 12 months in post and you are up to date with all mandatory training at the time of submitting your application.</li><li>Or are currently employed and have served 2 years in a front facing role from the date of application in one of the following areas:<ul><li>Investigation Officers</li><li>Emergency Services</li><li>Armed Forces</li><li>Prison Service</li></ul></li><li>hold a full UK manual driving licence by pre-employment stage, which is typically 14-16 weeks prior to the start of the cohort.</li></ul>Please review the qualification and experience guidance attached to check you are eligible before you submit your application. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet these requirements at the time of submitting your application. You are anticipated to start in Autumn/Winter 2026. Your training will last for 32 weeks and throughout this period your leave will be pre-booked.What’s in it for you? At Derbyshire Constabulary, we aim to create an environment that puts people first. We want you to feel supported in everything you do, so you can give your very best. What’s more, we have a range of <a href="https://careers.derbyshire.police.uk/what-we-can-offer-you" target="_blank">reward and benefits</a> that if you join us you could enjoy.Next StepsTo support you with your application we have provided some guidance on <a href="https://careers.derbyshire.police.uk/find-job/our-recruitment-process-police-officers/police-officer-recruitment-process-full-details" target="_blank">our recruitment process</a>.Once we have sufficient applications, we may close this campaign earlier than expected.Who we areDerbyshire Constabulary has a strong and unequivocal commitment to delivering a high-quality policing service for everyone in the county - whether for our one million residents or our ten million visitors to the Peak District. By joining us you'll play a unique role in helping us to keep Derbyshire as one of the safest places to live and work in England.To understand how you can make Derbyshire safer together visit our <a href="https://careers.derbyshire.police.uk/" target="_blank">careers website</a>.We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds and encourage anyone who has considered a career in policing to apply. We’re particularly keen to increase the number of females and candidates from black and minority ethnic communities and the LGBT community, so that we can truly reflect the communities that we serve in. <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/9365/56782/1/0/97116bda63145a87ccc240887ceb33bdde03736b" target="_blank"> Qualifications &amp; Experience Guide - Derbys.pdf – 898KB </a> 





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Detective Constable Programme (DP26,C1)

About the BoroughFound in zone 6 with good transport links in and out of London, Kingston is a vibrant and diverse university town which creates the rich sense of community shared across the borough and its Residents. Kingston boasts an idyllic riverside location, good shopping and great restaurants, as well as a mix of modern and historic town centre. Kingston has lots of open parklands and cycle routes that help connect the district town centres into an enjoyable place to live and work.We are passionate about working closely with our residents and vulnerable groups to help them maintain their independence and create a balance between support and independent living.About the Service and TeamThe team and the purpose of the team&nbsp;The Culture and Heritage team, part of the Residents and Communities Directorate, are a passionate multi-disciplinary team, working across arts and culture partnerships, heritage, libraries, music education and adult education. You will be part of a highly motivated Culture and Heritage senior management team who are ambitious to deliver high quality and transformational cultural services to our communities. This is an exciting time to join our service as we embark on developing a new cultural strategy and build on the diverse and impactful cultural initiatives of the past year.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateAbout the role This community-focused role is responsible for leading strategic arts and cultural relationships, partnerships and commissioning, the development and promotion of cultural events and delivering innovative place-based programmes and strong outcomes for residents and partners. You will also play an important role in developing and delivering a new cultural strategy for the borough.In this role you will need to:<ul><li>Lead arts and cultural partnerships and projects, delivering innovative place-based programmes and strong outcomes for residents and partners</li><li>Lead the development and promotion of the programme of events across the Culture and Heritage Service and in close collaboration with community partners</li><li>Champion the contribution of cultural placemaking to a thriving borough in collaboration with external partners and council colleagues&nbsp;</li><li>Lead and manage funding agreements with external funders and manage contracts with commissioned local organisations</li><li>Lead and manage a small team and external contractors as required&nbsp;</li><li>Work as part of a close-knit Culture and Heritage senior team to deliver a coherent, joined up outreach and engagement offer to residents and lead relevant cross-departmental projects</li></ul>Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include:<ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement of 25-32 days, plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade.</li><li>Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li><li>Hybrid working (dependent on the role)</li><li>Flexible and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks</li><li>Learning and development portal offering a range of courses</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Confidential health &amp; wellbeing and counselling support</li></ul>Application ProcessApply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application and check your CV details have been uploaded correctly in the relevant sections.We understand and recognise the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace and are embracing AI where appropriate, to boost our productivity and streamline how we deliver our Council services efficiently; to provide the best possible outcomes for our residents and communities.&nbsp; However, we reserve the right to reject applications where it is apparent that AI-generated content has been used in isolation and without personalised responses. At Kingston&nbsp;we value authenticity and are looking for individuals who can clearly demonstrate their own skills, experience and motivation for the role that they are applying for and embrace and demonstrate our STAR&nbsp;values. Here at Kingston&nbsp;we have core values of Transparency and this is to be demonstrated during the application process and completion of the supporting statement and will be further tested at interview and selection stage for those who progress forward.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;As part of our award winning Diversity Programme we anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. We encourage our interview panels to be as diverse as possible (age, cultural, neurodiverse etc.) to reduce bias where possible. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups.To support our workers and their families we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.We are also proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer all our employees are guaranteed the London Living Wage regardless of their length or type of contract.The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance. Sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.





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Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames

Arts and Culture Partnerships Lead

About the BoroughFound in zone 6 with good transport links in and out of London, Kingston is a vibrant and diverse university town which creates the rich sense of community shared across the borough and its Residents. Kingston boasts an idyllic riverside location, good shopping and great restaurants, as well as a mix of modern and historic town centre. Kingston has lots of open parklands and cycle routes that help connect the district town centres into an enjoyable place to live and work.We are passionate about working closely with our residents and vulnerable groups to help them maintain their independence and create a balance between support and independent living.About the Service and TeamThe Housing Supply Team works collaboratively with other internal and external departments to achieve the best possible outcomes for our residents. You will be part of a supportive and friendly team. We work in a flexible way to meet the challenge of providing homes for those in need. You will join other Housing Supply Officers, Procurement and Compliance Officers, an Accommodation Payments Officer and the team manager.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateThe Council is focused on delivering the best possible outcomes for its communities. To do this the Council needs employees who thrive in an agile and networked organisation and who can support continuous improvement within a constructive organisational culture. The role will therefore undertake&nbsp;<ul><li>Procuring competitively priced emergency, temporary and settled accommodation, across a range of schemes and providers within the private sector housing market</li><li>Negotiating rents to procure and retain homes in the most cost effective way, whilst operating in a highly competitive market</li><li>Supporting projects to improve the supply of homes and reduce the cost of accommodation for homeless people&nbsp;</li><li>Delivering a high quality service to private sector landlords, homeless households and other households accommodated under a range of private sector letting schemes provided by the service&nbsp;</li><li>Supporting the Team Manager by contributing to the overall development of the service&nbsp;</li></ul>Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include:<ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement of 25-32 days, plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade.</li><li>Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li><li>Hybrid working (dependent on the role)</li><li>Flexible and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks</li><li>Learning and development portal offering a range of courses</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Confidential health &amp; wellbeing and counselling support</li></ul>Application ProcessApply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application and check your CV details have been uploaded correctly in the relevant sections.We understand and recognise the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace and are embracing AI where appropriate, to boost our productivity and streamline how we deliver our Council services efficiently; to provide the best possible outcomes for our residents and communities.&nbsp; However, we reserve the right to reject applications where it is apparent that AI-generated content has been used in isolation and without personalised responses. At Kingston&nbsp;we value authenticity and are looking for individuals who can clearly demonstrate their own skills, experience and motivation for the role that they are applying for and embrace and demonstrate our STAR&nbsp;values. Here at Kingston&nbsp;we have core values of Transparency and this is to be demonstrated during the application process and completion of the supporting statement and will be further tested at interview and selection stage for those who progress forward.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;As part of our award winning Diversity Programme we anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. We encourage our interview panels to be as diverse as possible (age, cultural, neurodiverse etc.) to reduce bias where possible. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups.To support our workers and their families we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.We are also proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer all our employees are guaranteed the London Living Wage regardless of their length or type of contract.The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance. Sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.





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Housing Supply Officer

What will you be doing?Are you a home manager with a background in OFSTED or CQC regulated services, and want to join our In House team at KCC?Are you looking for a career in an amazing organisation, with opportunities to professionally develop, and influence positive outcomes for young people?We are opening new services, and this is an amazing opportunity to join us, and make a huge impact.Registered Manager - for a new Children's Home, in Ashford - KentWe have an amazing opportunity to join KCC as a Registered Manager, in our Children's In House Services. Located in Kennington - Ashford, Kent, our detached family home is the second of four brand new children’s homes across Kent. This is an exciting opportunity to open and operate among our first brand new children’s homes supported by the county council with track record of opening and operating children’s care homes across the county. The Ashford home is being refurbished to high standards to look after up to two children, aged from eight years old up to eighteen. Our two children who will live at the home will primarily present with social and emotional needs, may have learning disabilities or Autism. You will lead a staff team to ensure we achieve the most nurturing and supportive environment possible for the young person, promoting independence as much as possible, and working in a child focussed way - with support tailored to the needs of each individual child/young person.There will also be service support from an allocated behavioural practitioner who will work with the young person and team. This work with the young person and team will be focussed on supporting the journey with us, from pre placement planning, through to living at the service, and post service transition to enable continuity and sustainability for the young person.We anticipate that the average length of stay will be between 8 to 12 months, and we will be operating under the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015. Other professionals will also link in as part of the young persons journey as appropriate to their individualised needs.As the Registered Manager, you will lead the home with professionalism and care, ensuring it provides a nurturing environment for children. You’ll collaborate with the team and external professionals to deliver bespoke, tailored support that promotes each young person’s strengths, aspirations, and independence. Your responsibilities will include overseeing financial management, ensuring compliance with OFSTED regulations and internal policies, and leading and embedding the positive behavioural support approaches, supported by the behaviour team, to ensure each young person receives the best support possible. You’ll champion safeguarding, and quality of life improvements, for every child who lives at the service.As the Registered Manager, you will get to work for KCC, the UK's largest local authority, and receive a ver competitive salary and package, including local government pension, staff benefits, training and development opportunities - all whilst having the opportunity to lead and influence positive outcomes for the young people who access our services. What could be better!?!We are opening applications to those who have management experience in either OFSTED and/or CQC regulated services, and we are especially keen for you to apply if you have a working background/understanding of positive support approaches, like PBS (Positive Behaviour Support), or other similar methodologies (trauma informed, emotional or therapeutic support, etc). As well as support from the behaviour support team, training and ongoing coaching will be part of the support to the service, ensuring that you and the whole team, can develop and enhance your skills over time as you support the young people who will live at the service to the highest quality and ethical standards.We are extremely proud of the services we have in our Children's In House provision, and the outcomes they achieve for children and young people, and are looking for someone to join us and lead this exciting new service who wants to bring their expertise and energy to support great outcomes for the children and young people of Kent.Key aspects:<ul><li>Supporting children aged 9-17, regardless of gender, and with or without learning disabilities, Autism, and/or social/emotional needs. We use matching processes to ensure that any young people in the service at the same time are compatible with each other.</li><li>Access to relevant professionals for specific support needs.</li><li>Positive behaviour and therapeutic support approach.</li><li>Collaboration with an allocated behavioural practitioner throughout the young person's journey, ensuring consistency and continuity.</li></ul>Successful candidates:<ul><li>Previous OFSTED management experience or similar regulated frameworks (e.g., CQC registered managers).</li><li>Efficient, organised, person-centred, solution-focused.</li><li>Exceptional team management, and effective stakeholder/partner communication skills.</li><li>Ability to undergo the OFSTED registration process.</li><li>Understanding of positive behaviour and/or therapeutic/nurturing support approaches.</li></ul>Interview process:The deadline is 1st Feb 2026 and successful applicants will be invited to a full-day Choosing with Care interview on week commencing 9th Feb 2026. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.About youTo find our more information, please email Damien Ellis with your contact details, so we can arrange a call.<a href="mailto:Damien.Ellis@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">Damien.Ellis@kent.gov.uk</a> About usWork that works for you and us - let's talk flexibility!KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply. 





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Kent County Council

Registered Manager

Title: Housing Officer (Nb. This title has been used for advertising purposes only. The job title for the role on all documentation will be - Tenancy Sustainment Officer)Contract Type: Permanent – Full Time – 35 hoursSalary: £32,188 per annum to £35,593 per annum (Regional salary), dependant on experience, plus ECU* allowance (if policy requirements are met)Grade: 7Reporting Office: Manchester, TraffordPersona: Agile Worker: 20% - 40% of contractual hours to be worked from reporting office/working location (hybrid working)Working Location: Trafford/ Lancashire,Cheshire East/West, Preston and other North West locations as our new buildportfolio expandsWorking Pattern: Monday – Friday Closing Date: 27th January 2026 - 23:00Interview Dates: to be confirmed, in person at Nexus office in Manchester<a href="https://lqgroup.engageats.co.uk//ViewAttachment.aspx?enc=jmxpV+AcVus8i/wvT3FZXrrCOvCUGNWd9uca/tGZrAJOxn0uaIw998B27m1Z2faQfIRKYEu8p/JALlKlQK4t4G3Rj1c16MqZVc4pOuzyhSjQhU4K7AwBSPcXwlNpbczk" target="_blank">Role Profile - Tenancy Sustainment Officer.docx</a>Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated.<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>…Join the Tenancy Sustainment Team at L&amp;Q!Would you like to join our Tenancy Sustainment Team as a Tenancy Sustainment Officer (Housing Officer) and help us to 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.Your Impact in the Role:<ul><li>Delivering a responsive, efficient, agile, high quality and customer focused housing management service. To complete the day-to-day Housing Management function, ensuring the delivery of reliable, repeatable, and consistent services that residents value and are satisfied with.</li><li> This role will have specific responsibilities pertaining to the delivery of Housing Management functions to our customers and supporting the Inspector (estates) with inspections in times of planned or unplanned absence.</li><li>Supporting the Inspector (Estates) to complete building checks (including Fire Risk Actions, Removal of items in communal areas).</li><li>Meeting performance goals against KPIs and targets.</li><li>Responding to enquiries from residents and other internal and external stakeholders as first point of contact and deal with a variety of tenancy management issues.</li><li>Providing cover for other Tenancy Sustainment Officers and Inspector (Estates) to ensure consistency of service and to maintain a high level of resident satisfaction.</li><li>Assist property services colleagues in engaging vulnerable / hard to engage residents with access</li><li>Ensure tenancy management services delivered to residents living in Trafford and outside of the Trafford borough are of the same standard.</li></ul>What You'll Bring:<ul><li>Good at building relationships with people and be able to communicate well with colleagues and residents.</li><li>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>Excellent time management skills along with the ability to manage different priorities whilst adhering to important deadlines.</li><li>Committed to the provision of excellent customer service and be able to show initiative in a busy office environment while working as part of a team.</li><li>Organised, flexible and have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience of using Microsoft office packages is also essential.</li><li>Able to drive and have access to a vehicle.</li></ul>Our customers are the most important part of our business and as a member of the Tenancy Sustainment 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 department.About L&amp;Q:We’re one of the UK’s leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people’s health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life.250,000 people call our properties ‘home’, and we’re proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England. People are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/-/media/files/careers/behavioural-framework.pdf" target="_blank">values and behavioural framework</a>, which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&amp;Q.At L&amp;Q, we know that diversity and inclusion make us stronger – and they’re at the heart of everything we do.When we recruit, we look at what really matters: your skills, experience, and potential. We’re proud to be recognised for creating an inclusive workplace. We’re a Disability Confident Leader (Level 3) and we’ve introduced our own Recruitment Advocate scheme to make sure every step of our hiring process is fair, transparent, and consistent. It’s all part of our commitment to ending discrimination and making L&amp;Q a place where everyone feels welcome - Find out more <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/about-landq/our-vision-and-values/ethics-and-diversity" target="_blank">here</a>. Sustainability is also at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK’s largest housing associations.Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq" target="_blank">here</a> to find out more about L&amp;Q and why you should join us!*ECU Allowance is paid in accordance with requirements of the relevant policy as updated from time to time. #TJ





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