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What will you be doing?Active Kent &amp; Medway is hosted by Kent County Council. Our vision is to get more people, more active, more often by working with a wide range of partners to address the systemic barriers many people face when it comes sport and physical activity.The Governance and Systems Officer will support the effective governance, compliance, and operational systems of Active Kent &amp; Medway (AKM) by ensuring robust processes, accurate data management, and alignment with regulatory and internal standards. This role will play a key role in maintaining transparency, accountability, and efficiency across the partnership and our functions. They will also be integral to the relationship between the Board of AKM and our team. This new role provides an exciting opportunity for someone with experience of providing governance and administrative support in a busy working environment.This post is subject to a Basic 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 youFor any other queries about this role please contact: Karen Bird Email: k<a href="mailto:aren.bird@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">aren.bird@kent.gov.uk</a> Phone: 03000 411831About 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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Governance and Sytems Officer 

What will you be doing?Kent County Council is seeking a passionate and experienced Early Help Unit Lead to join our Adolescent Services. This full-time permanent role offers a rewarding opportunity to lead a multidisciplinary team delivering targeted support to vulnerable children, young people and their families across Kent.This role will specifically cover the districts of Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells, Sevenoaks and Swanley and will be contractually based at Montague House in Tunbridge Wells.As the Adolescent Early Help Unit Lead, you will be responsible for managing the work of the team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality assessments and interventions. The focus of the team is to support children and young people who are at risk outside of the home, as well as Youth Justice out of court resolution work, so experience in these areas is welcomed.You will provide professional supervision and expert guidance to practitioners, fostering a strong team culture that promotes solution-focused approaches and mutual support. Your leadership will be instrumental in reducing the need for statutory interventions and supporting children and young people who have been stepped down from previous statutory support.You will work collaboratively with Youth Justice teams, Children’s Social Work teams and community partners to implement effective programmes in various settings, including schools, colleges, family homes and Family Hubs. Your role will involve assessing risk and safeguarding young people, while championing evidence-based practice and continuous service improvement. You will also be responsible for ensuring staff are appropriately trained in safeguarding and that relevant policies are in place.We are looking for someone with excellent leadership and communication skills, capable of developing creative solutions to complex problems. You should be able to interpret data, manage competing priorities, work independently whilst fostering collaboration as part of a team. A sound understanding of Early Help, safeguarding, adolescent development and relevant legislation is crucial, along with a commitment to diversity and equal opportunities. You should have experience in early help, social care, education, youth justice or health, with a strong background in case management, supervision and multi-agency collaboration or relevant experience. 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.Interviews will be held on Friday 16th January 2026.About youFor any further information about this role, please contact <a href="mailto:ruth.bachrach@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">ruth.bachrach@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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What will you be doing?Are you passionate about empowering children and young people to thrive in their everyday lives? We’re launching exciting new roles within our Strengthening Independence Occupational Therapy service, supporting children and young people aged 0–17 in their homes, schools, and communities.Impactful Work: Help children and young people develop independence and confidence in real-life settings.Variety &amp; Flexibility: Work across home and school environments, tailoring interventions to individual needs.Innovative Approach: Be part of a forward-thinking team focused on functional outcomes and family-centred care.Professional Growth: Opportunities for training, development, and career progression within a supportive team.An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full and part time Children’s Occupational Therapists in the Strengthening Independence Service Occupational Therapy Team 0-17 (Countywide). The Countywide Occupational Therapy Service consists of a Service Manager and a team of Senior Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapists (OT) and Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTA). The Strengthening Independence Service is made up of teams of Social Workers working closely with the Occupational Therapy Team, who work together to facilitate care packages, provide equipment, short break and fostering placements, and co-operate with Children in Need and Safeguarding Children Plans.You must be a qualified Occupational Therapist registered with HCPC. You must have:- A full knowledge of legislation and policies of the provision of services to disabled children/ young people and their carers.- A good working knowledge of the Disabled Facilities Grant legislation.- Competent clinical assessment and reasoning skills, effective written and verbal communication.- The ability to plan, organise and evaluate your workload; be self-motivated, work well in a team and with other professionals and outside agencies.You will receive day to day support, supervision, and training. Please refer to job description for full requirements of the post.This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring service and registration as a qualified Occupational Therapist with the Health and Care Professions Council.This post is considered by Kent County Council 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.Interviews will be held on 5 and 6 January 2026. About youIf you wish to discuss this vacancy, please contact Sarah Chapman, Service Manager on 03000 419808.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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Occupational Therapists - Strengthening Independence Service 

Derbyshire Adult Community Education Service (DACES) is seeking to appoint suitably qualified and experienced English, Maths and ESOL subject specialist tutors to our tutor pool.DACES English, Maths and ESOL classes are delivered both online and face-to-face in our centres, outreach and partner venues across Derbyshire. We offer a mixture of tailored learning and qualification courses to adult learners and young people aged 14-19. The qualifications we currently offer are Functional Skills and GCSE in Maths and English and ESOL Skills for Life at entry level.Once appointed to the tutor pool tutors can be asked to cover for absent colleagues or build a working pattern to suit on a course-by-course basis. This makes this role ideal for both those who only want a few hours a week to those who want to build a more substantive role and timetable of classes.We are particularly keen to hear from people who can work in the following areas:ESOL – Fairfield, Bolsover and Shirebrook.English – Bolsover, Cotmanhay, Swadlincote and countywide online delivery.Maths – Bolsover, Cotmanhay and Swadlincote and countywide online delivery.Applicants should:<ul><li>Hold an adult teaching qualification and a recognised subject specialist qualification.</li><li>Have experience of work with adult and/or young people.</li><li>Have experience of delivering subject content.</li><li>Be able to deliver in a blended learning approach to maintain engagement, interaction and motivation of learners.</li><li>Be committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and British Values.</li></ul>What we can offer you:<ul><li>Opportunities for mentoring and support to develop your teaching skills.</li><li>A CPD programme including sector specific career progression.</li><li>A working pattern to suit you, agreed with your line manager.</li><li>Support to develop your digital skills and online teaching.</li></ul> For further information please contact <a href="mailto:linda.anderson@derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">linda.anderson@derbyshire.gov.uk</a>Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>CS1We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.<ul></ul>

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Adult Tutor - English, Maths and ESOL

<h4>Post: Caretaker / Chauffeur</h4><ul><li>Salary/Grade: Grade 6 / £26,824 to £28,598 per annum pro-rata</li><li>Contract: Permanent</li><li>Hours: 15 hours per week</li><li>Location, NEDDC, District Council Offices, Mill Lane, Wingerworth, S42 6NG</li><li>Closing Date: 21 December 2025</li><li>Interview Date: TBC</li></ul><h4>Job Details and Requirements</h4>NEDDC is seeking a highly motivated individual to join the Property, Estates and Assets Caretaking team based at District Council Offices, Wingerworth. If you are interested in working as part of a team, enjoy undertaking a variety of duties and are committed to providing excellent service we’d like to hear from you.The successful candidate will join a small team providing Caretaking support, Chauffeuring, Courier and light maintenance duties part time, 2 days per week, Thursday / Friday 11.00am to 7.00pm. (Contract shifts may vary to meet service need). Duties will include general repairs/maintenance, security, maintaining appearance of Council offices and surrounding areas and ensuring the building heating system operates at optimum efficiency.In addition to general Caretaking duties the post holder will contribute to NEDDC’s Courier and Chauffeuring service and provide operational evening/weekend (rota) cover as required.Applicants should hold a full UK driving license and should be competent at general DIY/repairs. Experience of providing caretaking duties/building management would be ideal but is not essential. In return, the successful candidate will receive excellent terms and conditions of employment, including generous leave entitlement, training and development together with access to the local government pension scheme.Due to the nature of the post, the Caretaker may be called out at any time to attend/deal with emergencies that occur at the District Council Offices.<h4>Apply to day </h4>If you are interested in this post, please apply using the online application on our dedicated webpage on Derbyshire Jobs at <a href="https://jobs.derbyshire.gov.uk/northeastderbyshire/Index.aspx" target="_blank">North East Derbyshire District Council Vacancies</a> or via <a href="https://jobs.derbyshire.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Derbyshire - Jobs and Careers</a> by clicking ‘Apply for this job’ and creating an account. You can save your progress and exit the application at any time, coming back to it at a later stage to complete and submit your application. Applications close Midnight on 21 December 2025.Please read the <a href="https://www.ne-derbyshire.gov.uk/about-the-council/jobs/vacancies" target="_blank">Guidance Notes</a> provided before completing any application and please note that CV’s will not be accepted.If you do not have internet access, you can request an offline application pack by contacting North East Derbyshire District Council Contact Centre on (01246) 231111 or emailing: <a href="mailto:Human.Resources@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Human.Resources@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk</a><h4>Contact Details</h4>For an informal discussion please contact James Longmate, Corporate Property Manager on (01246) 217588 or <a href="mailto:james.longmate@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">james.longmate@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk</a>If you have not received any communication from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, assume you have been unsuccessful and we thank you for your application.We welcome applications from all sections of the community.<ul></ul>

Caretaker - Chauffeur

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY USING THE DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL WEBSITE, PLEASE SEE DETAILS BELOW.Are you interested in joining our busy Community Support Team?The successful candidate will provide a range of customer facing services to the people of Amber Valley across a variety of Council services.Duties will include:<ul><li>Handling phone calls from the public on a range of matters and giving advice in relation to those matters.</li><li>Handling phone calls regarding the Waste and Recycling Service and use of the Council’s Waste Management System.</li><li>Provide support to the Pest Control, Dog Control, and Envirocrime functions of the Council.</li><li>Accurately inputting service requests into the Council’s database.</li><li>Postal duties.</li><li>Scanning and archiving of documents.</li></ul>Applicants should have excellent customer care and communication skills with the ability to work under pressure. All systems require a good level of keyboard skills and the ability to work as a productive member of a busy team is essential.Although a knowledge of local environmental quality issues would be advantageous, on the job training will be provided for all duties.In addition, we can offer:<ul><li>Flexible Working Hours</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Personal and professional development opportunities</li><li>Opportunities to make a difference</li><li>Free on-site parking</li></ul>To apply, please visit Amber Valley Borough Council’s website at: <a href="http://www.ambervalley.gov.uk/jobs" target="_blank">www.ambervalley.gov.uk/jobs</a>Please ensure your completed application is returned no later than Midnight on the Closing Date. Any applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.CVs are not accepted.Candidates must possess the necessary right to work authorisation to enable them to work for Amber Valley Borough Council. Regrettably, we are unable to provide sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.





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Community Support Officer

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY USING THE DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL WEBSITE, PLEASE SEE DETAILS BELOWWould you like to work in a rewarding school, where the smallest things make a big difference?We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and dynamic classroom practitioner, to start in January 2026. The post is to work in our Early Years Department. The successful candidate will:<ul><li>Provide pastoral support to pupils within the school environment.</li><li>Assist children in matters of personal needs and their general health including first aid and welfare matters.</li><li>Provide structured support in accordance with specific work programmes designed and supervised by individual teachers</li><li>To contribute to raising standards by ensuring high expectations are promoted for pupils.</li><li>Involvement in the implementation of Individual Education/Behaviour/Support/Mentoring plans.</li><li>Arrange medical/dental visits as appropriate.</li><li>Provide general support to pupils, ensuring their safety, by complying with good H&amp;S practice.</li><li>Accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities as required.1</li><li>Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher. </li></ul>We can offer you:<ul><li>Dedicated staff members who put the children first</li><li>A supportive Headteacher who is keen to provide opportunities for staff to 'grow' and develop</li><li>Impeccably well-behaved children who appreciate the time invested in them</li></ul>Now is an exciting time to join our school. The school is undergoing a process of transformative change: developing a new vision, renewing its ethos and implementing many fresh ideas and policies. Contact Sue Gough to arrange a visit – <a href="mailto:office@samuelallsopp.staffs.sch.uk" target="_blank">office@samuelallsopp.staffs.sch.uk</a><a href="mailto:office2@samuelallsopp.staffs.sch.uk" target="_blank"></a>Please ensure your completed application is returned no later than 12 Noon on the Closing Date to<a href="mailto:office@samuelallsopp.staffs.sch.uk" target="_blank">office@samuelallsopp.staffs.sch.uk</a>This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people / vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.This position is subject to an enhanced criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.Website: <a href="http://www.samuelallsopp.staffs.sch.uk" target="_blank">www.samuelallsopp.staffs.sch.uk</a>Provisional Interview Date: 8 January 2026Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.





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Early Years Teaching Assistant

⭐ Join Our Amazing Team at Derbyshire County Council! ⭐ Supporting clients within their own home to regain full or partial independence will be the focus of our dedicated Enablement Support Workers.You don’t need to have previous experience of care work or qualifications as we offer structured training to ensure our care workers receive what they need to flourish and progress in their social care careers!What are we looking for?Are you someone with a caring personality and a desire to care for others? Do you have the ambition and drive to work positively with people, promoting choice and control to encourage their independence in personal care, mobility, medication, making meals, whilst working to their goal focussed personal service plan? If the answer is “yes” then we are keen to hear from you.What will you be doing?Working in care can be challenging at times, but extremely rewarding, and you will be working as part of a multi-professional team to provide wrap around support to enable people to live as independently as possible in their own home. You will be working towards a therapeutic goal focussed care plan that is aimed at promoting independence and you will have access to support through the new structure. You will work closely with other colleagues and have regular access to your Senior Enablement Support Worker for “on the job” queries and support and from your Enablement Support Lead for supervision, professional development and access to training.A robust and attainable career pathway has been built into the new structure so there will be opportunities to work your way through the structure to more senior positions. We’re keen to hear from you if you:<ul><li>Enjoy a challenge</li><li>Understand what it means to treat people with dignity and respect</li><li>Can place a person at the centre of their care</li><li>Can be creative and are forward thinking</li><li>Have a driving licence and a vehicle that you are able to use for work</li></ul>What we offer.<ul><li>Competitive rates of pay</li><li>Generous local government pension</li><li>Genuine career development opportunity</li><li>Wellbeing support</li><li>PPE and workwear</li><li>Robust Training Programme</li><li>Shadowing team colleagues</li></ul>Contracts are on a rota basis and a 6-hour shift pattern. Therefore, 24 hours will work 4 days a week an 18-hour contract will work 3 days a week. There are also opportunities to work extra hours when they are available. The job will require unsocial hours including weekends and Bank Holidays. You could also be required to work at night when the need arises and with agreement. Payment arrangements will be detailed in any contract offer made.For more information about the role please email: kate.o'<a href="mailto:connor@derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">connor@derbyshire.gov.uk</a>Provisional Interview Date: TBCDue to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>The job may require unsocial hours working including weekends and Bank Holidays. Payment arrangements will be detailed in any contract offer made.Saturday and Sunday hours will be paid at plain time where it is part of your normal working pattern unless it is between 7pm and 7am, where enhanced rates of pay apply. Enhanced pay rates are paid for Bank Holiday working.Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>ASCH1Young workers – Please note there are different rules for young workers in regard to working hours. Please ensure the information contained within the following <a href="https://www.acas.org.uk/young-workers-apprentices-and-work-experience" target="_blank">ACAS link</a> is understood before applyingImportant: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.<ul></ul>

Enablement Support Worker (Ecclesfold Resource Centre)

Charlotte Nursery and Infant School is seeking to appoint a new Family Support Worker. We are a large, nurturing, caring and child centred infant school based in Ilkeston.The post is for 20 hours per week. There is flexibility with days and hours which will be agreed with the successful candidate.We are looking for someone who can:<ul><li>Support families in a kind and understanding manner.</li><li>Have challenging conversations with families when necessary.</li><li>Work confidently and confidentially with outside agencies, representing school in a professional manner.</li><li>Write accurate and detailed reports for a range of professionals and agencies.</li></ul>We can offer you:<ul><li>A nurturing and forward thinking school.</li><li>An experienced, supportive and encouraging team to work with.</li><li>Lovely children and families.</li><li>Relevant training.</li></ul>If you are interested in the post then we are keen to hear from you!We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all employees are expected to share this commitment.Provisional Interview Date: 14 January 2026Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>





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Family Support Worker

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY USING THE DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL WEBSITE, PLEASE SEE DETAILS BELOWTo provide effective, compassionate and strategic leadership for Silver Linings Bilborough Primary School which is a small (30 pupils maximum) therapeutic primary provision that has been operating for just one year. The school has recently completed a successful OFSTED inspection with a ‘Good' outcome, demonstrating the strong foundations, ethos and high-quality practice embedded in its early development. The Headteacher will work closely with the Executive Headteacher as part of the school improvement process and contribute towards the development of a new secondary provision currently under construction at a nearby site. They will ensure high-quality teaching, therapeutic support and care for all pupils, many of whom have SEMH and complex needs, promoting trauma‑informed practice and the PACE model throughout the school.Further information and to apply please contact Nick Newberry, Executive Headteacher, <a href="mailto:nick@silverliningsed.co.uk" target="_blank">nick@silverliningsed.co.uk</a> telephone 07813 175023.Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>





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Headteacher

We are looking for a reliable, enthusiastic and hardworking Cleaner to join our friendly team.Hours of Work: 3:15pm to 5:45pm, Monday to Friday, Term Time Only.This role is vital in keeping our school clean, welcoming, and safe for everyone.Start Date: 5 January 2026 (there is some flexibility if need longer notice period)Provisional Interview Date: 18 December 2025Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>





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Cleaner

South Derbyshire District Council is investing in its Housing Service in order to provide quality homes and services for tenants and the residents of South Derbyshire.Following a review in the Housing Department, Tenancy Services now have two full-time permanent opportunities for Housing Officers. This is a fast-paced, challenging environment. Team working together with the ability to prioritise work and time is essential for this role. The Council would like to hear from committed, enthusiastic and determined housing professionals who can help to deliver a frontline housing service that responds to the changing needs of tenants and the new regulatory framework. Weekly arrears management is essential for this role. You will be required to attend Court on occasions for income and anti-social behaviour management. It is essential that the successful applicant must have the ability to hold and manage difficult conversations with tenants. The Council does operate a flexible working policy, any arrangements will be in line with the needs of the service.You must have a current driving licence and access on a daily basis to your own vehicle together with access to the internet to support any flexible homeworking. Once you have read the job description and personal specification form should you wish to discuss this role informally then please contact Michelle Thompson – Housing Officer by email <a href="mailto:michelle.thompson@southderbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">michelle.thompson@southderbyshire.gov.uk</a>Provisional Interview Date: Friday 23 January 2026Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.





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Housing Officer (2 Posts)

We are looking for a motivated person to join our housing responsive repairs team. You will be working with a busy team which carries out repairs and improvements across a diverse range of occupied and vacant properties across South Derbyshire.We need someone who can support their team to deliver a ‘right first time’ approach whilst exceeding our customers’ expectations.We pride ourselves on high standards of workmanship and work with safety at the forefront of everything we do.Flexibility is key as you will be required to be available for call out/stand by duties. A full driving license is required.Some of the key responsibilities of this role are:<ul><li>To deliver quality workmanship for your core trade of Bricklayer and without close supervision</li><li>Have working knowledge of NatFed SOR codes or similar</li><li>Meet appointments as agreed with tenants Ensure the safe, effective use of tools and plant ensuring they are regularly maintained and serviced, and supervisor is notified of any loss or damage</li><li>Carry out dynamic risk assessments, reporting bad practice and dangerous occurrences to supervisor</li><li>Take responsibility for supervising apprentices if assigned and the quality of their work.</li><li>Assessing property deficiencies that are the landlords responsibilities especially those related to damp and mould.</li></ul>The successful candidates will have the following:<ul><li>Substantial experience in the building industry to acquire the skills and techniques for the trade of Bricklayer and multi-skilled areas of other trades</li><li>City and Guilds qualification up to (NVQ level 3) or relevant experience in one trade and others</li><li>Holder of relevant current construction skills certification scheme CSCS site operative card (or willing to undertake inhouse H and S Test)</li><li>Ability to prioritise work loads</li><li>Good time keeper with organisation and planning skills including strategic thinking and priority setting</li><li>Full driving licence as a work van will be provided.</li></ul>A good knowledge or experience of local authority housing repairs is desirable.Provisional Interview Date: To be confirmed.Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.





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Multi Skilled Operative - Bricklayer (2 Posts)

Derbyshire Youth Justice Service works with young people aged 10-17 on both court orders and out of court disposals. We had an HMIP inspection in June 2022 with an outcome of good and are continuing to further develop our service offer to children at risk of offending. Our culture is enshrined in our mission statement: "Child First in everything we say, do and write. We build on the strengths of children, families and communities to achieve their potential and in turn, protect the public and victims. We never give up on our children and young people".Embedded within the team and service is a trauma informed, relationship based culture with high support, expectations and outcomes for our children. In relation to priorities for the service we work towards ensuring that young people are not criminalised unnecessarily. About the roleThis is a full-time fixed term post based within the Amber Valley, Bolsover and NE Derbyshire Area Team. The office base for the candidate will be our Ilkeston office.The successful candidate will be expected to work with minimal supervision and possess skills around engaging and motivating young people. Experience of working with young people is necessary including following intervention programmes. The successful candidate should also be able to demonstrate administration and IT skills and have a flexible approach to work. Good communication skills and the ability to work to deadlines are essential DevelopmentWe support newly qualified social workers to progress in their career through supportive frameworks and excellent progression opportunities. We work hard to ensure that our social workers have the time and resources to deliver good outcomes for children and families. Our vision means working creatively to inspire and empower children, young people, and their families to be the best they can be.What will you be doing?<ul><li>Provide a quality social work service that supports children to achieve their potential.</li><li>The successful applicant will complete a full assessment of the young person's and family circumstances and then complete intervention with them to ensure they do not re-offend.</li><li>Effectively manage a number of young people to achieve the best outcomes for them.</li><li>Working in partnership with individuals build and sustain relationships, identify needs, and develop plans and responses that meet those needs.</li></ul>What skills and experience do you need? <ul><li> BA Honours in Social Work and current Social Work England registration (refer to job and person profile for more information).</li><li> Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a person-centred approach to building a rapport and relationships with children and families.</li><li> Ability to reflect on own practice and development enabling flexible and thoughtful social work practice and positive change.</li><li>Experience of relationship focused social work.</li></ul>In line with our performance capability framework, systemic practice model and continued professional development, qualified registered social workers are eligible to progress from grade 9 to 11We believe that hard work and commitment to your role should be rewarded, so we offer a package to our social workers that will ensure you always feel supported and valued:<ul><li>manageable case loads</li><li>diverse range of cases providing an exciting, challenging and rewarding career</li><li>effective leadership and management which helps to reduce risk for our social workers and the children and families they support</li><li>excellent supervision and a supportive peer network</li><li>accelerated pay progression opportunities for frontline social workers following their ASYE</li><li>access to an excellent range of training and development opportunities, worth over £5000, including leadership and management development</li><li>fantastic opportunities to undertake further formal qualifications and career progression through our career pathways</li><li>DBS check undertaken and paid for by us</li><li>Social Work England registration fee reimbursed</li></ul>If you would like to talk to someone informally about this post, please contact Team Manager, Michelle Barr - <a href="mailto:michelle.barr@derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">michelle.barr@derbyshire.gov.uk</a>What benefits do we offer you?<ul><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>generous annual leave and flexi-time scheme</li><li>travel expenses</li><li>discount on leisure centre memberships</li><li>free car parking at most sites</li><li>an in-house counselling service</li><li>occupational health service</li><li>access to sessions with a trained physiotherapist</li><li>cycle to work scheme</li></ul> Provisional Interview Date: 6 January 2025Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>CS1We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.<ul></ul>

Social Worker (Youth Justice)

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY USING THE DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL WEBSITE, PLEASE SEE DETAILS BELOW.Odyssey Collaborative Trust is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and experienced School Business Manager to support Oakwood Junior School. Starting Date: January 2026.This role offers flexibility, to work 2.5 days or 3 days across the week.Odyssey Collaborative Trust is a locally focused and proactive organisation comprising seven primary schools, all situated to the north and east of Derby. The schools are located close to one another, enabling strong collaboration and shared values across the Trust.You can find out more about what makes us unique <a href="https://www.odysseyct.org.uk/ceos-welcome/" target="_blank">here</a>.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead and manage the school’s administrative team, promoting a collaborative and accountable working environment</li><li>Provide administrative and strategic oversight across key operational areas: Finance, HR, IT, Health &amp; Safety, Premises, Facilities, and GDPR</li><li>Ensure smooth and efficient office operations aligned with the school’s values and priorities</li><li>Drive continuous improvement and build team capacity to support school effectiveness</li><li>Maximise the use of resources to support the school’s development plan</li><li>Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and deliver high standards of customer service</li></ul>If you’d like to discuss the role in more detail or have any questions, please contact our Chief Operations Officer Anita Breeze on 07563025205 or email <a href="mailto:a.breeze@odysseyct.org.uk" target="_blank">a.breeze@odysseyct.org.uk</a>. Or Ian Dewes, Chief Executive Officer on 07708 475638 or email <a href="mailto:i.dewes@odysseyct.org.uk" target="_blank">i.dewes@odysseyct.org.uk</a>.To apply, please complete the attached Application form aligning skills and experience to the Personnel Specification and return to <a href="mailto:enquiries@odysseyct.org.uk" target="_blank">enquiries@odysseyct.org.uk</a>. The Odyssey Collaborative Trust and its schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As this post is regulated activity, successful appointments are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and relevant recruitment checks that comply with guidance in the most recent version of Keeping Children Safe in Education.We are committed to equality of opportunity in employment and services.Please ensure your completed application is returned no later than 10am on the Closing Date.Provisional Interview Date: 18 December 2025Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.





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School Business Manager

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY USING THE DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL WEBSITE, PLEASE SEE DETAILS BELOW.Westfield Infant School is seeking to recruit a SEND Teaching Assistant.This post will be primarily to support a young child to work towards specific EHCP targets on a 1:1 basis. It will involve intervention activities relating specific targets, some to be undertaken within the classroom environment and some in a designated space. Support during lunchtime. The role is for 2 hours per day. We are flexible as to whether this will be AM or PM.If you are interested in this role, please apply via the My New Term link below.<a href="https://mynewterm.com/jobs/147144/EDV-2025-WIS-06496" target="_blank">SEND Teaching Assistant at Westfield Infant School, Chesterfield, Derbyshire | MyNewTerm</a>Provisional Interview Date: 19 December 2025Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.





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SEND Teaching Assistant

🌟 Come Join Our Team as a Senior Care Worker at The Staveley CentreDerbyshire County Council! 🌟Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? 💖 Do you have a heart full of compassion and leadership potential? If so, we want YOU to be a part of our dedicated care team!As a Senior Care Worker with us, you won't just be providing care; you'll be a beacon of support and guidance, helping our care staff shine their brightest. ✨ This rewarding role will be working on our rehabilitation unit in our beautiful building that has won awards for its outstanding design.Your role will involve:👩‍👧‍👦 Leading and mentoring our fantastic care staff.📋 Allocating daily tasks within the care team.💊 Administering medication with precision.🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Creating personalised service plans with a focus on person-centred care.🌟 Promoting best practices.🤝 Delivering high-quality care and support to residents with diverse needs.But that's not all! 🌈 We offer you:🏡 The opportunity to work three shifts, including early, late, and night shifts.🎁 Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.🏖️ Generous annual leave (25 days per year, rising to 30 after 5 years) + 8 bank holidays (pro rata).📚 Training and development opportunities to grow in your career.🚗 Paid travel expenses if you need to travel to other sites.🚴‍♂️ The chance to join our Smarter Travel Scheme, including the cycle to work scheme.🤗 Supportive management and an amazing team.👁️ Access to in-house occupational services, including free eye tests, physiotherapy, and counselling.💰 Exclusive Derbyshire rewards with hundreds of discounts and cashback opportunities.Learn more about the incredible benefits of working with us on our reward and recognition page.Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents? 🌼 Apply today and join our caring community!For more information about the role or an informal chat, please email <a href="mailto:Louise.Woodward@derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Louise.Woodward@derbyshire.gov.uk</a>Provisional Interview Date: 22 December 2025Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>The job may require unsocial hours working including weekends and Bank Holidays. Payment arrangements will be detailed in any contract offer made.Saturday and Sunday hours will be paid at plain time where it is part of your normal working pattern unless it is between 7pm and 7am, where enhanced rates of pay apply. Enhanced pay rates are paid for Bank Holiday working.Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>ASCH1Young workers – Please note there are different rules for young workers in regard to working hours. Please ensure the information contained within the following <a href="https://www.acas.org.uk/young-workers-apprentices-and-work-experience" target="_blank">ACAS link</a> is understood before applyingImportant: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.<ul></ul>

Senior Care Worker (Staveley Residential  and Comm Care Centre)

Findern Primary School is an excellent place to work.If you are someone who will inspire those around you, build meaningful relationships, embrace our team ethic and help us make Findern an even better place to live, learn and work, we want to hear from you.We are a Forest School and offer all learners the opportunity to grow and develop lifelong skills through hands-on learning experiences. Looking after the environment and preparing children to be responsible adults is a key part of what we do and we are proud to have ECO school status.We welcome applications from Teaching Assistants who have had previous experience supporting children with SEND either on a 1:1 basis or in small groups. Applicants will be able to demonstrate their passion for SEND and be able to clearly articulate the impact and importance of both high-quality teaching and access to a bespoke curriculum for SEND children.You would be expected to support an individual child alongside the class teacher, both 1:1 and in small group situations, in all areas of the curriculum. You may also be required to participate in meetings that concern the educational provision for the children you support.We can offer the opportunity to become a valuable member of the school with happy children supported by an excellent and inclusive teaching team, as well as a Governing body who are well trained, committed and supportive.Hours of Work: 08:30am to 11:30am, Monday to Friday.Findern Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We would welcome and encourage visits to the school. Please contact the school office on 01283 702150 to make an appointment.Provisional Interview Date: Week commencing 12 January 2026Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>





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Teaching and Learning Assistant 1:1 (Level 2)

About the BoroughJoining us, you get to work for not just one high performing London Borough, but two.Kingston and Sutton councils have a number of shared services serving both authorities, with some teams and roles more focussed on one council than the other, but the majority are shared across both, meaning you get multiple opportunities to learn from a wider pool of activities and two different political bodies.&nbsp;We work flexibly in both Kingston and Sutton offices, and support working at home or flexible working patterns that enable you to tailor your working and personal life. We provide the equipment and tools to enable you to work flexibly, and in return ask you to use that flexibility to be creative and ambitious in the services we deliver.There are some really exciting things happening in both boroughs. In Sutton, we are developing the London Cancer Hub, a world leading cancer research and treatment hub that will bring together professionals from across different sectors to identify and test new treatments and therapies. Over in Kingston, we are undertaking the largest housing regeneration programme ever delivered in the borough, building new energy efficient housing that will transform some of our oldest Council owned housing. Both boroughs have publicly committed to doing what they can to tackle the climate emergency and are investing in new technologies and societal change that will help bring carbon emissions down and improve our climate impact.You should choose Kingston and Sutton if you are looking for an opportunity that will challenge you to deliver more, support you to achieve personal ambitions, and expect you to put borough residents at the heart of what you do.Kingston is a beautiful Royal borough with a historic setting on the banks of the Thames with excellent schools and a bustling retail centre, all surrounded by open green spaces such as Richmond Park and Bushy Park, former recreation grounds for Tudor Kings and Queens. The Council is controlled by a Liberal Democrat Administration and has a council plan “Greener, Fairer, Safer, Together”, that sets out a vision to be a vibrant, diverse and inclusive borough where residents are active, empowered, engaged and able to remain independent and resilient. The Council engages with residents through a number of forums and events through the year, and like Sutton plays a leading role in developing the South West Region of London.Sutton is a well connected attractive part of London that has a reputation for excellent schools, green and leafy open spaces, and a history that drives a thriving heritage and culture offer through our museums and libraries. The Council is controlled by a long established Liberal Democrat Administration and has high ambitions set out in its corporate plan “Ambitious for Sutton”, that will ensure Sutton remains a great place to live, work and raise a family. The Council plays a leading role in a number of local partnerships and places great emphasis on engaging effectively with its residents, listening to local voices and making their message heard across London Government.About the Service and TeamThe Design team includes a range of grades from Team Lead, Principal Engineer, Senior, Engineer, Graduate, Technician and Apprentices. The wider Design &amp; Delivery team is approximately 30 staff and includes Street Lighting, TMOs, Planned Maintenance, Vehicle Crossovers and Surveys.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateAbout the role To support the Principal Engineer to manage the design team and deliver a range of highway and transportation schemes.About you - Enthusiastic to manage team members to deliver a range of schemes.- Check drawings &amp; designs and adhere to standards and our processes.- Advise Clients on technical design queries and lead in project meetings.&nbsp;- Produce documents and reports in relation to design stages and Analyse traffic data and propose interventions.- Strong Technical Highway design processes, such as Utilities C2,C3, CDM Regulations and Road Safety Audits.- Previous experience of working at a Local Authority and Consultancy is beneficial.- Local knowledge of Kingston and Sutton highway network.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

Senior Engineer

About the BoroughJoining us, you get to work for not just one high performing London Borough, but two.Kingston and Sutton councils have a number of shared services serving both authorities, with some teams and roles more focussed on one council than the other, but the majority are shared across both, meaning you get multiple opportunities to learn from a wider pool of activities and two different political bodies.&nbsp;We work flexibly in both Kingston and Sutton offices, and support working at home or flexible working patterns that enable you to tailor your working and personal life. We provide the equipment and tools to enable you to work flexibly, and in return ask you to use that flexibility to be creative and ambitious in the services we deliver.There are some really exciting things happening in both boroughs. In Sutton, we are developing the London Cancer Hub, a world leading cancer research and treatment hub that will bring together professionals from across different sectors to identify and test new treatments and therapies. Over in Kingston, we are undertaking the largest housing regeneration programme ever delivered in the borough, building new energy efficient housing that will transform some of our oldest Council owned housing. Both boroughs have publicly committed to doing what they can to tackle the climate emergency and are investing in new technologies and societal change that will help bring carbon emissions down and improve our climate impact.You should choose Kingston and Sutton if you are looking for an opportunity that will challenge you to deliver more, support you to achieve personal ambitions, and expect you to put borough residents at the heart of what you do.Kingston is a beautiful Royal borough with a historic setting on the banks of the Thames with excellent schools and a bustling retail centre, all surrounded by open green spaces such as Richmond Park and Bushy Park, former recreation grounds for Tudor Kings and Queens. The Council is controlled by a Liberal Democrat Administration and has a council plan “Greener, Fairer, Safer, Together”, that sets out a vision to be a vibrant, diverse and inclusive borough where residents are active, empowered, engaged and able to remain independent and resilient. The Council engages with residents through a number of forums and events through the year, and like Sutton plays a leading role in developing the South West Region of London.Sutton is a well connected attractive part of London that has a reputation for excellent schools, green and leafy open spaces, and a history that drives a thriving heritage and culture offer through our museums and libraries. The Council is controlled by a long established Liberal Democrat Administration and has high ambitions set out in its corporate plan “Ambitious for Sutton”, that will ensure Sutton remains a great place to live, work and raise a family. The Council plays a leading role in a number of local partnerships and places great emphasis on engaging effectively with its residents, listening to local voices and making their message heard across London Government.About the Service and TeamThe Design &amp; Delivery team includes a range of grades from Team Lead, Principal Engineers, Senior, Engineers, Graduate, Technician and Apprentices. The wider Design &amp; Delivery team is approximately 30 staff and includes Street Lighting, TMOs, Planned Maintenance, Vehicle Crossovers and Surveys.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateAbout the role To support the Principal Engineer to manage the design team and deliver a range of street lighting schemes and the street lighting maintenance programme. Also, to support in the coo-ordination with the term maintenance contractor.About you - Enthusiastic to manage team members to deliver a range of schemes.- Check drawings &amp; designs and adhere to standards and our processes.- Advise Clients on technical design queries and lead in project meetings.&nbsp;- Produce documents and reports in relation to design stages and Analyse data and propose interventions.- Previous experience of working at a Local Authority and Consultancy is beneficial.- Local knowledge of Kingston and Sutton highway network.- Previous knowledge of street lighting maintenance programmes.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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Senior Lighting Engineer

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Inspire. Educate. Empower. St Cuthber's Catholic High School are currently looking to recruit and increase our pool of Exam Invigilators to strengthen a team who will be responsible for supervising students sitting examinations throughout the school year. The hours are flexible and would ideally be suited to people living locally who are looking to work occasional hours to suit as and when required.Working at St Cuthberts Catholic High SchoolWe are a Catholic 11-16 High School in the heart of the community and wonderful things happen at our school every day. Our school has a rich, exciting, broad and balanced curriculum which is expertly sequenced to get the very best from our students. Our teaching and learning is high quality and research-led, and our Pastoral support ensures that all of our children are happy, safe and cared for.Joining our school means becoming part of a vibrant, supportive community where every day brings new opportunities to inspire and be inspired. Here, you’re not just a teacher or staff member you’re a vital part of a team dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child.Our staff enjoy:<ul><li> A collaborative and friendly environment where ideas are valued and shared</li><li> The rewarding experience of seeing students grow, succeed, and develop confidence</li><li> Opportunities for continuous professional growth and leadership development</li><li> The chance to make a real difference, shaping the future of our students</li><li> A culture that balances high expectations with genuine care and respect</li></ul>At St Cuthberts, we believe that happy, motivated staff create the best learning experience. That’s why we prioritize wellbeing, celebrate achievements, and foster a strong sense of belonging.Come join us where your passion for education meets a community that truly cares. St Cuthberts is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.For more information regarding this role, please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@stcuthberts.com" target="_blank">recruitment@stcuthberts.com</a> Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment. Full Job Description &amp; Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.This is an Enhanced Disclosure post.We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.

St Helens Metropolitan Council

Exam Invigilators

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Housing Officer (Generic)
Job Title: Generic Housing Officer
Salary: £36,409.03 per annum plus car user allowance
Contract Term: Permanent
Working Hours: Full time 37.5 hrs - Mon – Fri 9:00 – 17:30
Reports to: Housing and Partnership Manager
We are looking for a housing professional with a laser focus on customer service and satisfaction.
Are you able to ensure that our ambitions of maintaining top-quartile performance and better, is delivered, and demonstrate that you have the all-round skills, positive attitude, competence, knowledge and experience to move the service forward with drive and customer focus?
As part of the housing management team reporting to the Housing and Partnership Manager and working closely with residents and all internal departments, you will live and breathe the values of Ekaya and ensure that the voice of the customer is heard. &nbsp;This is an exciting time to be joining Ekaya, we have ambitious growth plans, and you will need to be comfortable working directly with our customers providing First Class services and finding solutions when things do go wrong.
A people person, who listens and has empathy. You will build strong relationships with customers, colleagues and stakeholders. You will demonstrate success in working collaboratively with colleagues to improve performance and increase satisfaction.&nbsp; You will be a confident communicator and have excellent interpersonal skills.&nbsp;
We are looking for someone who is an experienced Housing Officer with a positive outlook and a proactive hands-on approach. The ability to develop strong relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders will be key.
We offer an excellent package which includes:
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<li>Competitive salary</li>
<li>7% employer pension contribution</li>
<li>4 x life insurance</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme</li>
<li>25 days holiday plus public holidays, rising to 30 days after five years continuous service</li>
<li>Health benefits</li>
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To apply, please submit a current and up to date CV along with a personal statement.
Ideally in no more than two pages we want to see evidence of how your work experience relates to the requirements set out in the role specification.
Please submit your completed application by email to <a href="mailto:recruitment@ekaya.co.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ekaya.co.uk</a>.
Closing date – 5pm Monday 5 January 2026.

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Enforcement Officer Trading Standards (Tobacco and Vapes)Fixed Term - 2.5 years duration, Full Time - 37 Hours Per Week, Monday to FridayUp to £31,295 per annumLocation: ChelmsfordClosing Date: Wednesday 17th December 2025 at 11.59pmInterview Date: 8th January 2026 Essex Trading Standards is looking for a highly motivated individual to take on a vital role in enforcing vape and tobacco regulations. This is more than just a job - it's your chance to make a lasting impact on the Essex community, ensuring fairness, compliance, and public safety. If you're ready to take on a rewarding challenge with clear career progression and want to be proud of the difference you make, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for. Join us and be part of something meaningful!This role is offered as a Fixed Term Contract or Secondment opportunity for a period of 2.5 years. As an 'Community Based Worker' position, the role will involve a combination of remote working, community based and office-based working. There will be an expectation for you to attend the office - County Hall, Chelmsford, CM1 1QH 1 - 2 days per week in addition to 'as and when' there is a business need.Why work with us? <ul><li>Flexible Working Arrangements.</li><li>37 hour working week. Monday to Friday.</li><li>26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays after 5 years of service.</li><li>Local Authority Pension Scheme. </li><li>Work for a high performing team with great team morale and friendly, helpful, and supportive colleagues.</li><li>Access high quality training and development to help develop your career within the child and family sector.</li><li>Continuous Service - Joining us from another local authority? Then you could benefit from bringing your time served and benefits with you. </li></ul>The Role:Trading Standards is responsible for supporting legitimate business activity by providing advice and support, encouraging economic development and prosperity, and helping to create a level playing field. We protect the economic interests of Essex residents (particularly the more vulnerable members of community) by using all the tools available to swiftly and effectively tackle rogue traders and businesses that cause the most consumer detriment. We adopt an intelligence led approach to enforcing a broad range of Trading Standards legislation including fair trading, underage sales, food and product safety, animal health and welfare to name just a few.The Enforcement Officer Trading Standards (Tobacco and Vapes) role will focus on the enforcement of rules regulating vapes and tobacco, including the supply of illegal/illicit products and tackling age restricted sales to children. The role will provide information, advice, and assistance on Trading Standards law to businesses based in Essex. The role includes undertaking visits alone to inspect businesses for compliance, providing guidance and support, and when necessary, gathering of evidence and compiling prosecution reports. The role contributes to the achievement of service and community objectives including, the reduction of crime and disorder; reducing anti-social behaviour; improving health and wellbeing; and promoting a fair trading environment throughout the County of Essex, by enforcing civil and criminal Trading Standards laws in an effective, efficient and impartial way.About You:Essential: <ul><li>Previous experience of working in Trading Standards, another enforcement or regulatory type role or equivalent profession.</li><li>Good attention to detail and the ability to keep accurate, concise, and legally admissible records and notes.</li><li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and ability to use / learn bespoke Trading Standards databases e.g., Intelligence Database (IDB) and Civica APP/Cx trader and enforcement databases. </li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Demonstrable knowledge of relevant Trading Standards legislation, enforcement procedures and protocols is highly desirable</li><li>Excellent communication skills with a range of internal and external stakeholders including colleagues, managers, elected members, partners, and business representatives.</li><li>Educated to RQF level 3 (A Level's) or equivalent by experience.</li><li>Evidence of continuing professional development and knowledge in relevant professional area.</li></ul>

Enforcement Officer Trading Standards (Tobacco and Vapes)

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Please apply via the following application link:&nbsp;<a href="https://candidate.unitysp-careers.co.uk/297738HSJ" target="_blank">https://candidate.unitysp-careers.co.uk/293893HSJ</a>&nbsp;



UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
St Edward's Church of England Academy
London Road, Romford, Essex RM7 9NX
Tel.&nbsp;01708 730462 &nbsp; &nbsp;
Email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@steds.org.uk" target="_blank">info@steds.org.uk</a>
<a href="http://www.steds.org.uk" target="_blank">www.steds.org.uk</a>
Headteacher: Ms Jodie Hassan
SENCo
Contract Hours:&nbsp;&nbsp;Full Time
Salary:&nbsp; UPR 1-3 (FTE: £52,219 - £56,154 per annum - includes Outer London Weighting) + SENCO Allowance (a) £2,787 (b) £5,497 (dependent on experience)
Contract Term:&nbsp; Permanent&nbsp;
Start Date: Easter or September 2026&nbsp;
St Edward’s Academy is an established and inspiring school. Our mission: To ensure that every student leaves St Edward’s as the best that they can be.&nbsp;
Our students will be confident, articulate and culturally aware. We will make sure that we know every child, have the highest expectations of them and are there to support and guide them to success in each sphere of their lives. Our vision is driven by our ethos - that all of our community should live Life in all its fullness. This is our very core, at the centre of all we do. Our mission is achieved through our HOPE values. Our outstanding Headteacher and leadership team have created a safe and transformative environment for students to learn, develop and thrive.&nbsp;
We invite candidates to find out more about the school by visiting our website and joining us for a tour. The school is a member of the successful Unity Schools Partnership. This post provides a unique opportunity for an outstanding candidate to be part of the successful team at St Edward’s Academy.
We seek to appoint an energetic, enthusiastic and dedicated SENCo to join our successful school. We are looking for someone who will actively pursue the agreed aims of the school and wider Trust, maintaining an outstanding educational ethos, care for the pupils and respect for colleagues whilst undertaking all duties in a professional manner. There is an expectation all staff colleagues will secure a good or better education for all pupils and the continuous improvement of teaching and learning in the school.&nbsp;
They will:
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<li>Work collaboratively to determine the strategic development of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and EAL policy and provision in the school.</li>
<li>Be responsible for day-to-day operation of the SEND policy and co-ordination of specific provision to support individual students with SEND&nbsp;</li>
<li>Provide professional guidance to colleagues, working closely with staff, parents and other agencies&nbsp;</li>
<li>To liaise with external providers of alternative provision, including attending IYFAP meetings as required&nbsp;</li>
<li>Leadership and development of Inclusion, Access provision, SEND, Wellbeing Medical&nbsp;</li>
<li>Line management of Learning Support Team</li>
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As part of the Unity Schools Partnership, we offer:
<ul>
<li>A wide range of CPD opportunities (both in school and beyond)&nbsp;</li>
<li>Opportunities for career progression (including the opportunity to participate in the Trust’s Leadership Development Programme)&nbsp;</li>
<li>A supportive working environment.</li>
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We can offer you excellent career development in a supportive environment. We are situated in Romford within easy travel and road links to both London and Essex.&nbsp;
If you would like an informal discussion about the post, or you would like to visit the school, please contact Maria Driscoll (Headteachers PA) on <a href="mailto:info@steds.org.uk" target="_blank">info@steds.org.uk.</a>
We look forward to receiving your application.&nbsp;
To apply, please visit <a href="https://candidate.unitysp-careers.co.uk/297738HSJ" target="_blank">https://candidate.unitysp-careers.co.uk/293893HSJ</a>&nbsp;
Closing Date: Friday 23rd January 2026, 09:00am
Interviews: Week commencing Monday 26th January 2026
Please note: we may hold interviews as and when applications are received and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date. We only accept applications submitted online via our careers website and which are completed before the closing deadline. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible and advise you check the job information as per the listing on our careers site.
In line with safer recruitment, we are unable to accept CVs.&nbsp; Failure to complete an application form satisfactorily may result in not being shortlisted for the post.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.&nbsp;
Safe Recruitment Policy Statement&nbsp;
The safe recruitment of staff in schools is the first step to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children in education. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It is recognised that this can only be achieved through sound procedures, good inter-agency co-operation and the recruitment and retention of competent, motivated employees who are suited to, and fulfilled in the roles they undertake.
This school recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce which includes people from different backgrounds, with different skills and abilities. The school is committed to ensuring that the recruitment and selection of all who work within the school is conducted in a manner that is systematic, efficient, effective and promotes equality of opportunity. The school will uphold its obligations under law and national collective agreements to not discriminate against applicants for employment on the grounds of age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, race, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or creed.&nbsp;
This document provides a good practice framework to comply with the principles set down in the schools Equal Opportunities Policy. The practices described in this document are designed to ensure a fair and objective process. All posts within the school are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all applicants will be required to declare spent and unspent convictions, cautions and bind-overs, including those regarded as spent and have an Enhanced Criminal Records Disclosure. A previously issued Criminal Records Disclosure Certificate will only be accepted in certain restricted circumstances.
The School is committed to ensuring that people who have been convicted are treated fairly and given every opportunity to establish their suitability for positions. Having a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position. This will depend on the background, nature and circumstances of the offence(s). The School’s Recruitment Procedure outlines the considerations that will be taken into account when determining the relevance of a criminal record to the post. The Disclosure &amp; Barring Service has published a Code of Practice and accompanying explanatory guide.&nbsp;
This School is committed to ensuring that it meets the requirements of the Disclosure &amp; Barring Service in relation to the processing, handling and security of Disclosure information.&nbsp;
The school will:
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<li>Implement robust recruitment procedures and checks for appointing staff and volunteers to ensure that reasonable steps are taken not to appoint a person who is unsuitable to work with children, or who is disqualified from working with children, or does not have the suitable skills and experience for the intended role.&nbsp;</li>
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The following pre-employment checks will be undertaken:&nbsp;
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<li>receipt of at least two satisfactory references&nbsp;</li>
<li>verification of the candidate’s identity&nbsp;</li>
<li>a Barred List</li>
<li>a satisfactory DBS disclosure&nbsp;</li>
<li>verification of the candidate’s medical fitness&nbsp;</li>
<li>verification of qualifications&nbsp;</li>
<li>verification of professional status&nbsp;</li>
<li>the production of evidence of the right to work in the UK&nbsp;</li>
<li>(for teaching posts) verification of successful completion of statutory induction period (applies to those who obtained QTS after 7 May 1999.)&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Keep and maintain a single central record of recruitment and vetting checks, in line with the DfE requirements.</li>
<li>Ensure that the terms of any contract with a contractor or agency requires them to adopt and implement measures described in this procedure. The school will monitor the compliance with these measures.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Require staff who are convicted or cautioned for any offence during their employment with the School to notify the School, in writing of the offence and penalty. All processes are in line with the DFE ‘Keeping Children Safe’ 2016 regulations.&nbsp;</li>
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Please note: we may hold interviews as and when applications are received and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date. We only accept applications submitted online via our careers website and which are completed before the closing deadline. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible and advise you check the job information as per the listing on our careers site.
In line with safer recruitment, we are unable to accept CVs.&nbsp; Failure to complete an application form satisfactorily may result in not being shortlisted for the post.
Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment and promoting the welfare of pupils. Our comprehensive recruitment and selection processes aim to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Successful candidates are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks. We are equally committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity. We aim for our workforce to be representative of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to providing equality and fairness in our recruitment and employment practices and not to discriminate on any grounds. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.
We care deeply about inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you’d prefer to work part-time or as a job-share, we’ll facilitate this wherever we can – whether to help you meet other commitments or to help you strike a great work-life balance. We’re keen to ensure we’re designing an organisation that works for everyone, so we particularly encourage applications from different under-represented groups.

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Part Time Enforcement Officer Trading Standards (Tobacco and Vapes)Fixed Term - 2.5 years duration, Part Time - 20 to 30 Hours Per Week, Monday to FridayUp to £31,295 per annum, full time equivalentLocation: ChelmsfordClosing Date: Wednesday 17th December 2025 at 11.59pmInterview Date: 8th January 2026Please note that we are happy to consider applications from individuals looking for between 20 and 30 hours work per week, which can be worked over 3, 4 or 5 days per week, Monday to Friday. Essex Trading Standards is looking for a highly motivated individual to take on a vital role in enforcing vape and tobacco regulations. This is more than just a job - it's your chance to make a lasting impact on the Essex community, ensuring fairness, compliance, and public safety. If you're ready to take on a rewarding challenge with clear career progression and want to be proud of the difference you make, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for. Join us and be part of something meaningful!This role is offered as a Fixed Term Contract or Secondment opportunity for a period of 2.5 years and is a part time role offering between 20 and 30 hours per week.As an 'Community Based Worker' position, the role will involve a combination of remote working, community based and office-based working. There will be an expectation for you to attend the office - County Hall, Chelmsford, CM1 1QH 1 - 2 days per week in addition to 'as and when' there is a business need.Why work with us?<ul><li>Flexible Working Arrangements.</li><li>37 hour working week. Monday to Friday.</li><li>26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays after 5 years of service.</li><li>Local Authority Pension Scheme. </li><li>Work for a high performing team with great team morale and friendly, helpful, and supportive colleagues.</li><li>Access high quality training and development to help develop your career within the child and family sector.</li><li>Continuous Service - Joining us from another local authority? Then you could benefit from bringing your time served and benefits with you. </li></ul>The Role:Trading Standards is responsible for supporting legitimate business activity by providing advice and support, encouraging economic development and prosperity, and helping to create a level playing field. We protect the economic interests of Essex residents (particularly the more vulnerable members of community) by using all the tools available to swiftly and effectively tackle rogue traders and businesses that cause the most consumer detriment. We adopt an intelligence led approach to enforcing a broad range of Trading Standards legislation including fair trading, underage sales, food and product safety, animal health and welfare to name just a few.The Enforcement Officer Trading Standards (Tobacco and Vapes) role will focus on the enforcement of rules regulating vapes and tobacco, including the supply of illegal/illicit products and tackling age restricted sales to children. The role will provide information, advice, and assistance on Trading Standards law to businesses based in Essex. The role includes undertaking visits alone to inspect businesses for compliance, providing guidance and support, and when necessary, gathering of evidence and compiling prosecution reports. The role contributes to the achievement of service and community objectives including, the reduction of crime and disorder; reducing anti-social behaviour; improving health and wellbeing; and promoting a fair trading environment throughout the County of Essex, by enforcing civil and criminal Trading Standards laws in an effective, efficient and impartial way.About You:Essential: <ul><li>Previous experience of working in Trading Standards, another enforcement or regulatory type role or equivalent profession</li><li>Good attention to detail and the ability to keep accurate, concise, and legally admissible records and notes.</li><li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and ability to use / learn bespoke Trading Standards databases e.g., Intelligence Database (IDB) and Civica APP/Cx trader and enforcement databases. </li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Demonstrable knowledge of relevant Trading Standards legislation, enforcement procedures and protocols is highly desirable.</li><li>Excellent communication skills with a range of internal and external stakeholders including colleagues, managers, elected members, partners, and business representatives.</li><li>Educated to RQF level 3 (A Level's) or equivalent by experience.</li><li>Evidence of continuing professional development and knowledge in relevant professional area.</li></ul>

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