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We are recruiting a Highways Depot Operative at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time Location: Penmaen DepotTeam: Highway Engineering This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £25,584 - £27,269 and offer access to training and development opportunities. The successful candidate will assist the delivery of all highway infrastructure related projects, catering for all work streams and remit, by issuing materials to the Network Contracting Services (NCS) workforce.You will be responsible for the control and issue of stock material, small construction plant and Personal Protective Equipment within their care at the designated Highway depot.The postholder will support the Supervisor / Senior Supervisor by ensuring the depot is a safe and clean working environment.For the role, we ask that you have:<ul><li>A good understanding of working within construction related activities, particularly Highways.</li><li>The ability to communicate effectively with and relate well to others within the workplace and with relevant staff in other parts of the Council and external organisations.</li><li>A flexible approach to working hours with the ability to respond to emergency or unplanned works outside of normal working hours.</li><li>A Full UK Category B (car) driving licence, to drive a Council vehicle. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Carl Hall/Victoria Conlon on 01495 235705/ 01495 235756 or email <a href="mailto:hallc3@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">hallc3@caerphilly.gov.uk </a><a href="mailto:conlov@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">conlov@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.





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Highways Depot Operative (Drainage)

We are recruiting an Administrative Assistant at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time Location: Ty Penallta/ Working hours can be split between home and office depending on specific task requirements.Team: Transportation Engineering This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £25,584 - £27,269 and offer access to training and development opportunities. The successful candidate will be required to produce a high level of accuracy and efficiency in the full range of administrative support processes with minimum supervision.You will be responsible for monitoring contract arrangements at education establishments and duties relating to recording and checking that information is in accordance with the contracts.The postholder will be capable of making and receiving phone calls from schools, parents and transport providers.You will maintain good working relationships through effective communication and teamwork, ensuring the service is effectively supported and have the ability to work under pressure and to very tight timescales.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>5 GSCEs Grade A*-C or equivalent qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales (CWFW). Or a relevant Level 2 qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales (CWFW). For example NVQ2 in Administration.</li><li>Excellent IT skills and familiarity with a range of Microsoft packages especially Word, Excel and Outlook (email).</li><li>Experience of working in a busy office environment in an administration role. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Nicholas Curtis on 01443864841 or email <a href="mailto:curtisn@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">curtisn@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.





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Administrative Assistant (ICU)

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £45,718 - £48,710 a year pro rata plus £3,203 car benefit allowance Hours per week: 18.5 Contract type: PermanentAre you looking for a rewarding role within Luton Rising, the Luton Council group company that owns London Luton Airport and is at the forefront of delivering Luton’s inspiring 2040 vision? This role could be for you!We’re looking for a proactive, detail-driven Asset Manager to join our team and help steer the development of the Luton DART’s asset management journey.This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a transformative infrastructure project, where your skills will directly contribute to the long-term performance, reliability, and integration of this strategic transport system.What you’ll be doing:<ul><li>Develop and implement asset management practices in line with ISO55001, ensuring they are embedded across the Luton DART operation.</li><li>Support the creation of an integrated Asset Management System that’s fit for purpose, future-ready, and aligned with strategic goals.</li><li>Oversee and close out construction and commissioning activities carried out by the original delivery partners—bringing everything up to operational excellence.</li><li>Act as a key interface between Luton Rising, Bartlett Square, and London Luton Airport, ensuring collaboration, smooth handovers, and aligned infrastructure strategies.</li></ul><h2>About you</h2>We are looking for a candidate with recent experience managing a broad range of asset types -such as Civils, Mechanical &amp; Electrical, Fire, and Communications - particularly in environments where collaboration with external contractors plays a critical role in achieving operational success.The ideal candidate will demonstrate proven ability to work effectively with a diverse group of partners and stakeholders. Experience in developing and operating within, or progressing toward, an ISO 55001-compliant Asset Management System is essential.Strong partnership and community working skills are key to this role. We’re seeking someone who can engage with stakeholders and partners with enthusiasm and drive, showing a genuine passion for understanding and delivering shared objectives. You should be comfortable sharing knowledge, valuing others’ expertise, and maintaining constructive, trust-based relationships both internally and externally.You’ll need to be able to influence and guide people at all levels of an organisation, including those within contractor teams, even when you don’t have formal authority. Relationship-building is central to your success, and you’ll be expected to strengthen our culture of trust, collaboration, and transparency.Visible leadership is also crucial - this means having the confidence and presence to inspire high performance, articulate a compelling vision, and motivate teams and individuals to achieve it.Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities are vital. You should be able to assess complex situations, identify the key components and implications, and develop clear, practical solutions that lead to sound decisions and outcomes.A good understanding of ISO 55000 standards and how they are applied in practice is required. Candidates should possess a degree in an Engineering discipline with some relevant work experience, or alternatively, have significant experience within the Asset Management industry.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1582272&amp;ptId=11595" target="_blank">download: PREF103601 202207 M3 Asset Manager.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1582278&amp;ptId=11595" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Luton Borough Council

Asset Manager

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £32,115 - £40,476 a year pro rata Hours per week: 30 Contract type: Maternity Cover up to 1 year&nbsp;This position is available as a secondment opportunity up to 1 year. If you are a permanent LBC employee, you must have written approval (an email will suffice) from your manager prior to applying and a copy will need to be submitted with your application. Please note: we will not be able to proceed with your application form without your manager’s permission.Are you looking to develop your career in Human Resources? Do you want to work in a role that offers an opportunity to gain advisory experience, variety, and the chance to make a real impact on schools and education services? Luton Council is seeking an enthusiastic HR Adviser to join our Schools and Traded Services team.As an HR Adviser, you will work closely with the HR Team Manager and colleagues to deliver a high-quality traded HR support service to schools, academies, and trusts. With support, you will provide advice and support on a range of HR issues to schools, governing bodies, and employees, ensuring best practice and compliance with employment law and equality policies.This is a development role, giving you the opportunity to develop your skills and experience in an HR advisory team.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide HR advice on a range of employment matters, including contract terms and conditions</li><li>Support schools, trusts, and governing bodies in line with HR policies, legal frameworks and best practice</li><li>Communicate clearly and empathetically with clients, providing timely and accurate advice</li><li>Undertake research into HR matters and assist with policy interpretation and development</li><li>Compile accurate HR documentation and maintain HR systems</li><li>Work collaboratively with the HR team and external partners</li><li>Ensure all advice reflects equality and anti-discrimination principles</li></ul>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>To succeed in this role, you should have:<ul><li>Experience in a HR or personnel environment</li><li>Some knowledge of employment law and HR best practice (or willingness to develop)</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Strong problem-solving and analytical ability</li><li>Good organisational skills to manage your workload and meet deadlines</li><li>Proficiency in using HR systems and MS Office applications</li></ul>You’ll also need:<ul><li>Ability to attend meetings across the town and occasionally outside normal office hours</li></ul>What We Offer<ul><li>Support and development to help you progress as a HR Adviser</li><li>A wide variety of HR experience including employee relations and policy development</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>A supportive, collaborative team environment</li><li>The chance to make a real difference in the education sector</li></ul>Apply now and take the next step in your HR career with Luton Council!<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1580155&amp;ptId=11593" target="_blank">download: HR Adviser L6 JD&amp;PS.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1580156&amp;ptId=11593" target="_blank">download: HR Adviser Schools and Traded Services M1 JD&amp;PS.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1580157&amp;ptId=11593" target="_blank">download: Progression Scheme HR Traded Services L6-M1.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1580158&amp;ptId=11593" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Human Resources Adviser – Schools and Traded Services

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £45,718 - £48,710 a year plus £3,203 car benefit allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentAre you a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer with a passion for delivering sustainable, technically sound building services solutions? We are looking for a Senior Mechanical Services Engineer to join our dynamic Project Design &amp; Delivery (PDD) Team within Property and Infrastructure.In this role, you will work closely with the Building Services Engineering Manager and other construction professionals to lead the mechanical services design on a wide range of building projects. These include LBC schools, corporate offices, housing, and community assets.You’ll play a key role in ensuring that all assigned projects meet technical, environmental, sustainability, programme, and financial criteria - while contributing to the ongoing development of our built environment.What you’ll be doing:<ul><li>Leading on the mechanical design aspects of building projects from concept through to completion</li><li>Collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team of architects, engineers, and project managers</li><li>Supporting the delivery of high-quality, sustainable mechanical systems in new and existing buildings. This includes public health systems and heating cooling and ventilation systems (HVAC).</li><li>Ensuring designs comply with current regulations, best practice, and council standards</li><li>Contributing to feasibility studies, design reports, and tender documentation</li><li>Helping to manage project budgets and timelines in alignment with overall delivery goals</li></ul><h2>About you</h2>You are an experienced Mechanical Services Engineer with a strong track record of delivering and managing complex building services projects. You bring demonstrable expertise in contract administration and a solid understanding of your responsibilities under the role of Planning Supervisor. Proficient in mechanical design and calculations, you are confident in preparing documentation to support Building Control applications, particularly in line with Part L1 and L2 requirements.Your technical skillset includes the ability to produce accurate drawings and schematics using CAD / BIM based software, and you are well-versed in current legislation and statutory requirements, including CDM regulations and asbestos regulations. With a degree in Mechanical Engineering / Building Services Engineering - or equivalent qualifications or verifiable work-based experience - you combine technical knowledge with excellent organisational skills, enabling you to manage conflicting demands, meet fee targets, and deliver to tight deadlines.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1578716&amp;ptId=11597" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1586463&amp;ptId=11597" target="_blank">download: Senior Mechanical Engineer JD.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Senior Mechanical Services Engineer

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £48,710 - £51,802 a year plus £3,203 car benefit allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentAs a Technical Architect, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our organisation’s technical strategy and delivering impactful, value-for-money solutions. You’ll provide architectural leadership across a range of complex IT environments, collaborating with internal stakeholders, support teams, and third-party partners to deliver robust, scalable, and secure solutions that meet business needs.You will lead on developing and maintaining architectures across business, infrastructure and functional domains. This includes defining requirements, assessing proposed solutions, and ensuring alignment with our existing estate and strategic roadmap. You’ll be at the forefront of planning future IT change, keeping ahead of industry trends and supplier developments to ensure interoperability and reusability.Your role will involve preparing and overseeing technical plans and supporting operational availability, performance, capacity and maintenance of IT services. You will provide technical assurance and governance throughout the solution lifecycle, ensuring high standards are maintained in line with our policies around cost, security, and compliance. You'll also play a key part in resolving technical issues, leading root cause investigations, and owning the technical aspects of documentation and security compliance.This is a leadership role requiring a high level of autonomy, strategic thinking and a proactive approach to change. You’ll contribute directly to the success of our digital transformation agenda and help shape the way we deliver services in the future.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>You are an experienced technical professional with a strong track record in solution design and architecture, particularly within infrastructure or software environments. With at least three years in a relevant technology role, you have led teams, influenced stakeholders and delivered results under pressure. You’re confident communicating at all levels, tailoring your approach for both technical and non-technical audiences.You combine a strategic mindset with deep technical expertise. You understand architectural frameworks like TOGAF and have hands-on experience with the Microsoft technology stack, including M365, Azure and web architecture. &nbsp;You’re confident in applying architectural principles and governance in dynamic environments, and you’re motivated by solving problems and driving improvements.You’re a strong relationship builder, able to influence and engage others, including third parties, to achieve shared goals. You demonstrate resilience and calmness under pressure, with the ability to lead on critical services and provide a clear direction in challenging scenarios. You’re analytical, solution-focused, and committed to continuous improvement.You bring a solid foundation of knowledge, backed by a degree or equivalent in a STEM subject, and relevant practitioner-level qualifications. You understand the importance of equality in the workplace and are confident integrating those principles into your work. You’re comfortable travelling for supplier engagement and understand that occasionally, out-of-hours support may be required.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1569195&amp;ptId=11594" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer (1).pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1569196&amp;ptId=11594" target="_blank">download: PREF105543 202506 M4 Technical Architect - JD .pdf</a></li></ul>





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Technical Architect

The planning team are seeking a Technical Assistant – DM Planning to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs. You will be require to support the work of the Planning Service by providing technical, administrative and professional assistance that contributes to a range of development management, planning policy, and project and research activities. Assist in the development, implementation and maintenance of the Planning information systems and processes, including consultation representations, spreadsheets and contact databases. Provide a customer service in dealing with enquiries and maintaining up-to-date information on the Planning pages on the Council’s website. To effectively and efficiently deal with a small caseload of minor planning and other applications and to provide support to case officers in the appeal process. Liaise with stakeholders in a way that promotes the vision and values of the Council. Accountabilities and outcomes: • Maintain and develop information management systems, records and processes for the team, to provide accurate and accessible information to underpin the team’s work. • Undertake research work including web searches, collation of statistics, and planning history searches to respond to internal and external queries, applications and appeals and contribute to the team’s projects to provide good customer service and help deliver the team’s work programme. • Carry out technical tasks, such as data analysis and basic mapping, to provide support to team colleagues to deliver an effective service. • Assist in the planning and coordination of the team’s engagement work, including statutory consultation programmes, liaising with a range of stakeholders, including developers and statutory consultees, to help secure meaningful engagement in a variety of planning work covering development management, planning policy and specialist team projects. • Deal with a case load of planning applications of a minor nature such as householder and LDC applications and provide support to DM case officer at appeal, particularly in relation to informal hearings and public inquiries. • To support the maintenance of the Planning pages on the Council’s website to provide clear and up to date information to internal services and external interests. • Demonstrate commitment to professional development and enhancing technical knowledge, so that application of skills contributes to delivering the team’s work programme. At the discretion of the Head of Service, such other activities as may from time to time be agreed consistent with the nature of the job described above.If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please e-mail Dave Harris on <a href="mailto:dave.harris@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">dave.harris@medway.gov.uk</a>.Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C. When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached. The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileFor further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Medway Council

This is Medway

Technical Assistant - DM Planning

Market Forces premium of £4,000 per annum.Relocation allowance of up to £8000Employee benefits include essential car user allowance, mileage and an employee discount schemeJob Status: Full time posts (37 hrs per week) and part time posts Medway is a flexible employer who encourages conversations about ways of working to benefit you. We have the fantastic opportunity to develop our service reach through the appointment of main grade psychologists. Please read on if you are curious about the difference you could make to our team, please do get in touch to begin the conversation.You will be joining a supportive and collaborative team with a range of experiences and interests. We are enthusiastic about applying psychology, valuing practice-based and evidence-based approaches. Several members of the team are accredited VIG practitioners and others hold qualifications in CBT, therapeutic play, narrative therapy and DBT. We are passionate about inclusion and value working at systems level through training and research and directly with children, young people and their families. You will benefit from a generous offer of regular supervision, through line management and peer approaches. We have an enhanced supervision offer for recently qualified EPs, alongside adjustments in workload and support for tribunal related work during the first year of qualified practice. We have an established cycle of service development and a commitment to CPD. Recent service CPD has included: use of AI, DBT, executive functioning, literacy, and emotionally based school avoidance. EPs are actively encouraged to contribute to the progression of the service and supported to obtain SPA points. We have an approach to work allocation that strives for equitable distribution, and a realistic workload, working with individual strengths and interests where at all possible, and creating opportunities for co-working. We have good working relationships with partner teams, for example providing psychological services and project work to our Virtual School and Emotional Wellbeing teams.We have good links with Doctoral Training Programmes in the region, supporting the Doctorate selection process, thesis examinations, University training sessions, and we host placements for Trainee Educational Psychologists. We value the contribution trainees make to our service and harness the innovation those placements bring.We have a good reputation with our local schools and consistently receive positive feedback about our work and the impact of it. We have had a thriving traded service and provided a termly consultation service to every state funded school through a link psychologist. Like many LA services, this year we have had to reduce this offer to focus on an increase in statutory assessment requests. Our annual service review data indicates that schools have missed their opportunities to engage us in preventive work and are keen for us to re-establish this. We have successfully contributed to the PINS initiative, developed local area wide practice on the topic of EBSA and successfully delivered training packages for ELSA and MeLSA and on topics such as precision teaching and executive functioning.Our service currently benefits from the combined experiences and expertise of Assistant, trainee, main grade, specialist senior and senior educational psychologists. Although the service has a senior leadership team, our ethos and practice are one where all EPs are considered leaders. This means we harness the energy and experience of all team members in developing and delivering the best possible service, with opportunities for colleagues to lead on different topics or service developments. Priorities for us are to develop our antiracist practice, safe and informed use of Artificial Intelligence, and to begin to deliver Autism Education Trust neuro-affirming professional development opportunities. Successful applicants would have opportunities to shape and innovate on these work streams by having dedicated time to be part of these working groups.Medway is a unitary authority easily accessible from London and the Southeast of England. The Channel ports are just 40 minutes’ drive in neighbouring Kent and London St Pancras is 40 minutes by high-speed train from historic Rochester. Our EPS serves the diverse community in and around Chatham, Gillingham, Rainham, Rochester and Strood.We work centrally from the Medway Council Offices at Gun Wharf in Chatham, where there is free on-site parking, from home and other locations. We have excellent dedicated administrative support.We welcome applications from those currently on the Doctorate training programme as well those who are already qualified as EPs and seeking fresh opportunities. We want to represent the communities we serve, and we welcome applications from underrepresented groups. We are an outward looking service, engaging at regional and national level. This is an exciting time to come and join us. We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. Offers of appointment will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and registration with the Health and Care Professionals Council. Please call Fiona Alexander, Principal Educational Psychologist or Sophie Curra, Senior Educational Psychologist on 01634 335647Interviews will be held on 4th September 2025<ul></ul>

Educational Psychologist

We are seeking a Service Desk Support Engineer to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs. Do you have experience of working on an ICT Service Desk?Are you the calm in the storm, able to navigate pressure situations with a smile?We are recruiting for a full-time Service Desk Support Engineer to assist our Technical 1st Line support team within the ICT department, to deliver a customer focused Service Desk and develop key relationships with customers to enhance service delivery and ensure satisfaction with the ICT service. You are required to have a practical and procedural knowledge of Microsoft Technologies and able to talk to a range of senior people with differing technical abilities.You will be working with our supportive &amp; proactive 1st line Technical ICT team to deliver 1st line support to all Medway Council employees via phone, email &amp; face to face. Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C. When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached. The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview. Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A. Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileFor further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Service Desk Support Engineer

Medway Council understands and recognises the need to have its own high-quality in-house Children’s residential provision. As such we are opening a new children’s home.We are looking to recruit an experienced and committed residential Team Leader to manage the day to day running of a new children’s home, providing exceptional leadership to a team of experienced senior and support workers.The team will provide a loving caring environment for children with behavioural and emotional difficulties. There is scope to develop the provision in the future.The working environment is exceptional, with excellent facilities including a large garden with vegetable plots and a small orchard; there is ample car parking for staff and visitors. The interior has been renovated to a high standard and provides space for children to engage in a variety of activities.This is a fantastic opportunity to join Medway Council and all that working for a local authority has to offer. If you believe you have the skills and knowledge to support the Registered Manager and Deputy Managers in taking this service forward and you are looking for a new challenge, we would like to hear from you.About you<ul><li>Educated to GCSE standard.</li><li>NVQ 3 – Level 3 Diploma (QCF) qualified in Children and Young People’s workforce (or equivalent).</li><li>Experience of small budgetary responsibilities</li><li>Experience of multi-agency working</li><li>Have experience of working in a children’s residential setting. With experience in a senior/supervisory role</li><li>Ability to demonstrate an understanding of trauma informed care.</li><li>You will hold a full driving licence.</li></ul>In return we offer you:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice and counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li><li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk" target="_blank">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk</a></li></ul>Our organisation: Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including Upnor and the Hoo Peninsula. Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London. Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of children.To ApplyPlease complete an online applicationShortlisted candidates will be invited to interview in person.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.This post is subject to an enhanced Children’s DBS check.For more information on our roles within Children’s Services please visit <a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/childrenservicesjobs" target="_blank">https://www.medway.gov.uk/childrenservicesjobs</a>Important InformationPlease note that all recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in hard copy format, please contact the Children's Services Recruitment Team on 01634 332211 or email <a href="mailto:cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk</a>Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.





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