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Hertsmere work in partnership with Three Rivers District Council and the successful candidate will provide a range of essential administrative support services within the back office Parking Services team, as well as process all permits in connection with the Council’s enforcement of On-street and Off-street parking areas within Hertsmere and Three Rivers.
You will need proven administrative experience, experience of constructing letters, good IT and keyboard skills. It is essential that you are able to deal with the public both face-to-face and over the telephone, in what may be difficult circumstances.&nbsp; Previous experience of working in a parking services environment would be an advantage.
The post is offered on a full time, permanent basis (36 hours per week).
Benefits include:
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<li>27 – 32 days annual leave (depending on length of Local Gvt Service) - plus all bank holidays</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme</li>
<li>Opportunity to accrue extra work time that can be taken off later as extra leave (up to 2 days per month)</li>
<li>Free car parking</li>
<li>Free gym membership</li>
<li>Cycle schemes</li>
<li>Free lunchtime yoga</li>
<li>Free eye tests</li>
<li>Free flu jabs</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme</li>
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Hertsmere operates a hybrid working system where employees may work up to three days per week from home.
Closing date: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Wednesday 20th August 2025, 10am

Hertsmere Borough Council

Processing Officer - Permits

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If you wish to be considered for this vacancy you should complete the application form, giving the names and addresses of two referees, and submit a concise letter of application. This should be typed or word-processed and should include the following information:
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<li>A brief outline of what you have achieved in your present post.</li>
<li>A statement about why you want this job.</li>
<li>An indication of the strengths and expertise you could offer the school.</li>
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All points should address the detail in the person specification and other points made within the information sent to candidates.
Candidates are kindly requested not to submit a CV instead of the application form. Additional sheets may be attached to the back of the application form if there is insufficient space.
Completed applications should be returned to Mr L Cummins (Headteacher), to arrive no later than midday on 14th August 2025
Please ensure that you put the correct postage on the envelope as this could result in your application not being considered due to late arrival. Please note that we will only consider applications submitted on the Cheshire West and Chester application form.
Interviews are planned to take place during the following week. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of this date, regretfully you must assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion, in which case the Governors would like to thank you for your time and your interest in the school.
Please note that we are happy to arrange risk-assessed informal visits for prospective candidates before short-listing has taken place, also if you wish to have an informal discussion about the post in advance of your application, or if you require any further details, please contact Mrs S Lloyd, HR Manager.
Tel: 01244 259890
E-mail: <a href="mailto:LloydS@uptonhigh.co.uk" target="_blank">LloydS@uptonhigh.co.uk</a>

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Grade 4 or 5, Fixed Term 1 Year in first instance.
Teaching Assistants – Support Department
(AAAE: 5051)
&nbsp;Required for September 2025, 30 hours per week, 38 weeks, term time
&nbsp;Grade 4, £24,404- £25,183 (Pro rata £16,635 - £17,544)
Grade 5, (Pro rata £17,166- £19,008)
Initially for one year
&nbsp;Closing date- 14th August 2025

Upton by Chester High School are looking to appoint experienced, well qualified Teaching Assistants.
Working collaboratively with teaching staff and other support staff to enhance the development and education of children.&nbsp; You will be working within the Support Department and also main school classrooms supporting our learners.
The people we are looking for will be positive, enthusiastic team players with excellent interpersonal, nurturing, supportive skills and the ability to motivate others.&nbsp;
You will have experience of working with SEN learners and either hold, or be working towards a Teaching Assistant Qualification Level 2 or 3 with a proven track record of continuous personal and professional development.
Download an application pack from our website<a href="http://www.uptonhigh.co.uk" target="_blank">www.uptonhigh.co.uk</a>.Electronic applications should be returned to HR Manager, Sheena Lloyd, <a href="mailto:lloyds@uptonhigh.co.uk" target="_blank">lloyds@uptonhigh.co.uk</a>The post is subject to suitable references and an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service). Further information can be found at <a href="http://www.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.gov.uk</a>
&nbsp;Our school is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of our Safer Recruitment process, shortlisted candidates could be subject to an online search.

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We’re looking for an experienced Policy and Plans Manager to lead the development of evidence-based transport strategies and action plans that support healthier, more sustainable and inclusive ways to move around our borough. 
 
You’ll be part of the Strategic Planning &amp; Policy team in the Journeys and Places programme – responsible for delivering all new transport projects in Enfield. This is a key role for someone who understands how policy and data can influence real-world outcomes. 
 
You will: 
 
 - Lead the development of transport strategies and detailed action plans for walking, cycling, public transport and more 
 - Use local and strategic data (including borough-wide monitoring sensors) to track progress against our targets and shape future projects 
 - Work across teams to identify and prioritise transport schemes that improve safety, reduce car dependency and support community needs 
 - Prepare funding bids and maximise contributions from developers and other sources 
 - Line manage two professional officers, supporting their development and performance 
 - Represent the Council in external partnerships and across the organisation 
 
About you: 
You’ll bring a solid background in transport planning or policy, ideally with local authority experience. You’ll be confident in developing strategy and presenting evidence clearly – whether through data dashboards, formal reports or committee briefings. A good understanding of how transport policy links to wider corporate aims such as climate action, regeneration and equity is essential. 
 
Contact Details - 
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Richard Eason on <a href="mailto:richard.eason@enfield.gov.uk" target="_blank">richard.eason@enfield.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion. 
If you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact Claire Turner, Senior Recruitment Advisor on 0208 132 1024 or <a href="mailto:claire.turner@enfield.gov.uk" target="_blank">claire.turner@enfield.gov.uk</a> 
 
We do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. 
 
Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your supporting statement within your application. 
 
We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working. 
 
Why it's great to work for Enfield Council: 
 
 - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 
 - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas. 
 - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles. 
 - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months. 
 - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods. 
 - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family. 
 - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work. 
 - 1 month's paid sabbatical for registered Social Workers working in Children's Social Care.

London Borough of Enfield

Policy and Plans Manager

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Teaching Assistant Level 3 – Reception Class
32.5 hrs per week / 46 weeks per year (Term Time) – For EYFS from 3rd November 2025

Teaching Assistant Level 3 - Pay Band F / SCP 12-17 £27,711 - £30,060 pro rata, per annum
(Actual Salary: £22,130.32 per annum)
Working hours 8:30am – 3:30pm

St. Mary and St. Paul’s School is looking to appoint an enthusiastic worker to join our EYFS team.
We are looking for a teaching assistant with level 3 qualifications who is enthusiastic, passionate about children, will be happy to contribute to the broader life of the school and is an excellent practitioner who will help to support and develop our school’s Christian ethos. &nbsp;
We can offer a friendly and supportive school that Ofsted has judged to be good, highlighting that “Pupils are happy and safe at this welcoming school. They are proud to celebrate each other’s achievements. Pupils said that staff care deeply for them. Pupils enjoy learning.” Our SIAMs Inspection said that “the school’s Christian character permeates all aspects of school life”.
Our school is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974
By engaging in this recruitment process, shortlisted candidates consent to an online search in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education Statutory Guidance 2022
Application forms and further details can be obtained from Gemma Baxendale (School Business Manager) on 0151 426 6869 or via email: <a href="mailto:maryandpaul@knowsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">maryandpaul@knowsley.gov.uk</a>. Applications must be returned by email to the same address.
Closing Date: Friday 12th September 
Interviews: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to school for interview.&nbsp; 
The interviews and observations will be held on Wednesday 1st October 2025.
Visits would be warmly welcomed.&nbsp; Please contact the school office/ email address for an appointment to visit the school.&nbsp; These will be on Tuesday 9th September.

Teaching Assistant Level 3

About UsNorth Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.The RoleWe are seeking a Senior Planning Officer to join the Applications and Consents (minors) Team.We are a well-staffed and high performing team responsible for facilitating and regulating land use changes in accordance with local and national policies and guidance. While this is a high-level description of what we do, we assess and decide planning applications to achieve the best planning outcomes. We must balance the competing interests of applicants, developers, neighbours, relevant stakeholders, and the public at large, as well as the economy and the environment.North Somerset is a constrained area in planning terms with Green Belt, National Landscapes, extensive areas vulnerable to flooding, and other sensitive environments. Our challenges are wide ranging and as a result there will be plenty of opportunity to develop your career.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Tasks relating to the processing and evaluation of planning and related applications to include site inspections, negotiation, and liaising with consultees.</li><li>Preparation of reports under the officer delegation arrangements or to the committee.</li><li>To prepare written statements in relation to a range of appeals.</li><li>Manage effective relationships with applicants, agents, town and parish council’s, consultees, council employees, and the public.</li><li>See the attached career grade structure for further information.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for an individual who is passionate about development management, and who possesses the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Undergraduate Degree in Town and Country Planning or equivalent.</li><li>A minimum of 2 years’ experience dealing with a wide range of planning issues.</li><li>A broad knowledge of planning policy, legislation, processes and practices.</li><li>Experience handling planning appeals.</li><li>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel.</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Master’s Degree in Town and Country Planning or equivalent.</li><li>Eligibility for membership of RTPI.</li><li>Customer service experience.</li></ul>What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <a href="https://heyzine.com/flip-book/12270cd8d2.html" target="_blank">Benefits booklet</a>.How to ApplyIf you share our <a href="https://n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/jobs-training/vision-values" target="_blank">vision and values</a>and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact David Ditchett, Applications and Consents Service Manager at <a href="mailto:David.Ditchett@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">David.Ditchett@n-somerset.gov.uk</a>Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: Tuesday 09 September 2025.Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.





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Senior Planning Officer

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Senior Social Worker/Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP)
An exciting opportunity has arisen in Wokingham Borough Council's Integrated Mental Health Service for an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP)/ Senior Social Worker (non-Social Worker AMHPs also welcome to apply).
As a Senior Social Worker/Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) you will join a passionate and dynamic team, playing an integral role as, we collaborate with The Health Trust to transform our services and develop a dedicated social care pathway.
We are looking for a self-motivated and legally literate individual, who possesses the AMHP qualification. You will be required to work primarily as an AMHP within the service and provide support to junior colleagues.&nbsp;&nbsp;Those on the AMHP rota receive a generous AMHP allowance of £5355 - £7000 (depending on experience).
We are seeking a part-time 0.45 FTE AMHP but are flexible and open to considering how these 15 hours/week could be worked to support AMHP provision in the team. The role requires good formulation skills and the ability to carry out comprehensive risk assessments, and strengths-based interventions.&nbsp;&nbsp;
The ideal candidate must have a comprehensive understanding of Safeguarding, the MHA, MCA, CA and Human Rights legislation.&nbsp; They must also be a skilled communicator, have excellent organisational skills, and have good IT abilities. Additionally, evidence of continuous personal and professional development (CPD) is required. If you are an AMHP who has been out of practice, we may be able to support your re-approval and get you back up and running.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Both Wokingham Borough Council and The Health Trust recognise the benefits of integration, which include holistic support for people accessing the service, peer support and working collaboratively on casework for CMHT (Community Mental Health Team) colleagues. Although WBC staff will manage social care and BHFT will provide health care separately, the service will collaborate closely as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best outcomes for service users.&nbsp;
Wokingham CMHT is committed to professional development and has excellent working relationships with health colleagues and colleagues in Adult Social Care.
We have several service development initiatives coming up, including development of a hospital discharge team and an Occupational Therapy-led reablement service so it’s an exciting time to join us.
Benefits
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐&nbsp;Those on the AMHP rota receive a substantial AMHP allowance of £5355 - £7000 (depending on experience).
⭐A generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (Pro Rata) (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ Enrolment to an excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐&nbsp;A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ And much more!&nbsp;
Key responsibilities:
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<li>To act as an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) and Best Interest Assessor (BIA); this includes being front line AMHP and back up AMHP as required, attending professionals’ meetings as AMHP, AMHP meetings, providing training and support to other services with the AMHP lead as required.</li>
<li>Conduct statutory duties under the Mental Health Act, 1983 as an AMHP</li>
<li>Act in a supervisory role to other team members and provide supervision in line with the CMHT Joint Supervision Policy</li>
<li>Identify safeguarding adult and children concerns and implement safeguarding policies and processes.</li>
<li>Maintain high standards of quality in clinical recording, ensuring information is recorded accurately, appropriately and kept up to date.</li>
<li>Comply with all service requirements in terms of lone working in the community.</li>
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Candidate requirements:
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<li>Are a Social Worker, Mental Health/Learning Disabilities Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Chartered Psychologists who hold an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) qualification/are willing to undertake training to be an AMHP.</li>
<li>Have a comprehensive understanding of Safeguarding, the MHA, MCA, CA and Human Rights legislation.</li>
<li>Should the candidate be unable to carry out AMHP duties at any point, there is an expectation for them to hold a caseload and carry out Care Act 2014 duties to support the wider social care team.</li>
<li>Be a skilled communicator, with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and customers.</li>
<li>Be well organized with excellent time management skills.</li>
<li>Strong IT skills.</li>
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Our Area
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.
We’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today.
Alternatively, for more information or to arrange an information discussion, please contact&nbsp;Sheku Bangura, AMHP Team Manager&nbsp;via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Sheku.Bangura@Wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Sheku.Bangura@Wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing: 24th August 2025, 11pm
Interviews: TBC
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.&nbsp;
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Wokingham Borough Council

Senior Social Worker/Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) - Adult Social Care

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We have an exciting opportunity available for a motivated and experienced Management Accountant, to join us as key members of the Council’s Finance team on a 12-Month Fixed Term Contract.&nbsp;
In your role as Management Accountant, you will provide&nbsp;support on all financial matters, including timely and high-quality financial advice to a range of budget managers.
You will report to the Senior Management Accountant, and to be successful in this role you will have proven experience of finance in a complex organisation and share a commitment to continuous improvement.
Wokingham Borough Council offers excellent employment benefits including flexible working, an enhanced local government pension scheme, generous annual leave entitlement and much more. The finance team currently operate a hybrid working arrangement, with time split between home and Council’s offices.
Key Duties, Responsibilities &amp; Accountabilities:
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<li>Budget setting, budget monitoring, year-end closedown and statutory returns</li>
<li>Provide support and advice to a range of stakeholders, promoting strong financial governance</li>
<li>Financial support on change projects and grants</li>
<li>Preparation and presentation of reports</li>
<li>Provide advice and support on legislative and guidance changes</li>
<li>Assisting with delivery of training, such as to budget managers / other council colleagues</li>
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Skills, Attributes &amp; Experience required:&nbsp;
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<li>Aptitude for numbers &amp; finance</li>
<li>Prior experience of working in a finance role is desirable</li>
<li>Excellent verbal and written skills</li>
<li>Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Teams, Excel, Outlook, Word and PowerPoint</li>
<li>Ability to operate in large, complex and political organisations</li>
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Our Area
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.
We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!
Alternatively, for an informal discussion please contact: Darren Williamson at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:darren.williamson@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">darren.williamson@wokingham.gov.uk</a> or Steve Ellis at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:steve.ellis@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">steve.ellis@wokingham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
Closing date: 11pm, 24/08/25
Interview date: w/c 25/08/25 - Subject to change
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
&nbsp;If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful.&nbsp; Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment.&nbsp;
All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Management Accountant - Children's Services

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This is an exciting opportunity within West Northamptonshire Council, one of the largest unitary authorities in the country. We have established our own dedicated Internal Audit, Risk Management, and Counter-Fraud team, and we are looking for a motivated individual to join this growing service.As part of our Internal Audit team, you will primarily support the Council as well as other partners, including Northamptonshire Children’s Trust. Your work will play a crucial role in ensuring the organisation operates effectively and efficiently.While the position offers hybrid working arrangements, you will be required to attend the main Northampton town centre office (One Angel Square) at least one day a week, with additional attendance at other council sites as necessary.If you’ve previously applied, rest assured your application is still under consideration - no need to reapply.Our benefits You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.What will you be doing? In this role, you will be responsible for managing the delivery of a varied portfolio of internal audit work across all areas of the organisation. You will report to the Internal Audit Manager, providing assurance on the effectiveness of risk management, governance, policy, and internal control processes.The role also includes supervising and supporting other auditors within the team, working collaboratively to ensure all audits are completed to the highest professional standards. You will have the opportunity to work closely with senior management, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing far-reaching innovations based on your findings and recommendations.The position offers hybrid working arrangements, giving you the flexibility to work from home and at various council sites as required.About you We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual who holds a full CCAB accountancy qualification or membership of the Institute of Internal Auditors. Alternatively, significant relevant experience commensurate with these qualifications will also be considered.To succeed in this role, you will be a team player with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. You will have meticulous attention to detail, a questioning approach, and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively. Working under pressure to meet personal and team targets should come naturally to you.Equally important is your ability to think strategically and innovatively about how to improve systems and services. You will need to challenge existing processes and work closely with senior leaders to drive meaningful improvements across the organisation.In return, we offer excellent working conditions, including a generous holiday entitlement, a comprehensive pension scheme, and flexible working arrangements. You will also have access to our employee benefits scheme, which includes a lease car sacrifice option and discounts at numerous retail outlets.Interviews are expected to be held in the w/c. 3rd&nbsp;March 2025. For an informal discussion about the role please contact:Adrian Ward (Head of Audit and Risk Management) via <a href="mailto:Adrian.Ward@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Adrian.Ward@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> or Scott Peasland (Internal Audit Manager)&nbsp;via email - <a href="mailto:Scott.Peasland@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Scott.Peasland@westnorthants.gov.uk</a>Please note, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.About us At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Principal Auditor

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



Are you passionate about helping people take the next step toward stable, independent living?
We’re looking for a dedicated and proactive Move On Officer to join our Housing Solutions Service. This is a pivotal role where you’ll be at the heart of supporting individuals and families as they transition out of Temporary Accommodation (TA), ensuring their journey is as smooth and empowering as possible.
As a Move On Officer, your primary focus within this role will be to move people on from TA, by building and developing partnerships with landlords and letting agents and securing homes in the private rented sector. You’ll be instrumental in identifying move-on opportunities early, coordinating transitions, and maintaining regular contact with clients to keep their housing journey on track. Your work will directly contribute to reducing the reliance on TA and improving outcomes for those in housing need.
This is more than just a housing role - it’s about making a real difference in people’s lives. You’ll collaborate with a wide network of internal teams and external partners, from social services to community safety, to ensure every applicant receives the support they need.
If you’re someone who thrives on meaningful work, values strong customer service, and is ready to take on a role with real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Discover what it’s like to work at Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council and explore the benefits we offer by clicking here: <a href="https://www.tmbc.gov.uk/council/working-us" target="_blank">Working for us – Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council</a>
For an informal discussion about this role please contact Claire Keeling, Housing Solutions Manager by emailing&nbsp;<a href="mailto:claire.keeling@tmbc.gov.uk" target="_blank">claire.keeling@tmbc.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;(direct candidates only, strictly no agencies).

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

Move On Officer 2-year FTC

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



The Role
To support on the delivery of the Mid Sussex Wellbeing Hub which is part of a county-wide programme in West Sussex to promote healthy lifestyles and prevent ill-health in our local communities. The hub provides information, advice and signposts local people to services for help and support on lifestyle issues.
The Wellbeing Advisor post will work as part of the Communities Directorate supporting the delivery of the Wellbeing Hub and its associated projects. Based at Mid Sussex District Council, the postholder will be responsible for the delivery of the Mid Sussex Wellbeing Weight Management service and support the delivery of other Wellbeing programmes such as smoking cessation, alcohol reduction and workplace health.
The service is currently looking to employ a Wellbeing Advisor on a temporary contract to cover Maternity Leave for up to 12 months.
The post holder will report directly to the Wellbeing Team Leader. They will be pivotal in the development and delivery of the weight management service, recruiting new referrals on to the service through advertising campaigns, providing interventions to adults (18+) within community venues for face-to-face group support, or one-to-one support face-to-face, over the phone or via virtual platforms. They will also, be responsible for reporting on the service key quarterly performance indicators. In addition, they will also deliver support around leading a healthy lifestyle to prevent future ill health, illness and disease brought on through an unhealthy lifestyle.
If you have experience within the health and wellbeing sector, have a background working with clients, excellent presentation and partnership working skills and would like to be part of a hardworking, friendly team then we would like to hear from you.
About Mid Sussex
Mid Sussex District Council is a dynamic, forward thinking local authority in the heart of southern England. We have clear priorities and are proud that local people consistently rate our services highly. We are based in Haywards Heath at the centre of the largest opportunity for development identified in the Coast 2 Capital Strategic Economic Plan and the Greater Brighton City Deal.
Working in local government is a highly satisfying and rewarding experience in so many ways. In return for the contribution you’ll make to the local community, we are a great employer to work for, situated in a glorious part of the country with great benefits to offer.
For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Joe Hanlon on 01444 477386, or email <a href="mailto:Joe.Hanlon@midsussex.gov.uk" target="_blank">Joe.Hanlon@midsussex.gov.uk</a>
Close Date: 12th August 2025 5pm
Interview Dates: Thursday 21st and Friday 22nd August 2025
** Please note this is a maternity cover fixed term position of up to 12 months **

Mid Sussex District Council

Wellbeing Advisor, Maternity Cover, 12 months Fixed Term Contract

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Please note, we do not accept CV’s (unless specified on the advert).
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Planning Assistant
Development Management / Local Planning, Planning Services
We have a unique opportunity for someone to join our Planning Team to obtain experience in both our Local Plan and Development Management teams. This would be an ideal post for a Planning Graduate or for someone with experience working in a town planning environment. It would be suitable for someone with ambition who wishes to obtain a range of experience to help develop their career. If you have an aptitude for developing and implementing planning policy that would be a distinct advantage. Once again, if you are dedicated, creative, solution focussed and can work well as part of a team, this could be the right opportunity for you to kickstart your career in planning.
Job requirements:
 For the first year you will be reviewing, monitoring and developing policy in anticipation of work beginning on a new Sefton Local Plan in 2026. When you join the Development Management team you will be responsible for processing planning applications and appeals, providing guidance to applicants, agents, and the general public on matters related to the Planning Service.
You will need to have a flexible and positive approach to work, along with a good knowledge of planning legislation and guidance. We require a strong commitment to customer care and the ability to work effectively as part of a busy team.
You must have:
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<li>A qualification in Town Planning (or equivalent) or some experience working in a Town Planning role</li>
<li>The ability to demonstrate excellent customer care</li>
<li>High quality communication and organisational skills</li>
<li>The ability to present work of a high standard to strict deadlines whilst under pressure</li>
<li>Excellent IT skills.</li>
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Experience in reviewing and developing policy would be an advantage.
Provisional interview date &nbsp;week commencing 15th September 2025.&nbsp;

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council

Planning Assistant

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Please apply online. For technical difficulties, please contact the Support Team. For further information about the role, please contact the Recruitment Team on 020 3034 2375
Royal Greenwich Trust School (RGTS) is looking to appoint a dedicated and professional Social Academic Mentor to join our inclusive and forward-thinking school community. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing and ambitious secondary school committed to delivering outstanding support for our students and staff.
As a Social Academic Mentor you will:
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<li>Provide targeted intervention and support to students within the key stage and contribute to the raising standards agenda.</li>
<li>Encourage and enable students to become independent and resilient learners by providing one to one and small group coaching in academic related skills, wellbeing &amp; self-management and emotional literacy.</li>
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About you
We want to hear from you if you are:
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Flexible, proactive, and ready to contribute to school life
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Our mission&nbsp;is for all students at the Royal Greenwich Trust School to have excellent outcomes, we deliver the highest quality of teaching and learning by working collaboratively with universities, public bodies and private sector partnerships. If you believe you can contribute to this goal, we encourage you to apply for the role.
Our core values underpin our daily practice and the learning experiences here are creative, innovative and challenging as we empower our students in ‘Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow’. During their time with us, our students develop a wide range of skills and attributes which prepare them to become happy, responsible and successful citizens who are able to make a positive contribution to their local and wider community.

Development, working structure and flexible working at Royal Greenwich Trust School (RGTS):
At RGTS we have shaped a working environment that places staff wellbeing at its centre without compromising the quality of teaching and learning.
At RGTS, we believe that by investing in the people who shape our students’ futures, we create a thriving school community where both staff and students can achieve their full potential.
What can we offer you? 
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Professional Development:&nbsp;An excellent CPD package for staff, enhancing your professional development with comprehensive training opportunities.</li>
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Supportive Environment:&nbsp;Our leadership team is approachable and committed to providing the resources and guidance teachers need to succeed.</li>
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Employee Assistance:&nbsp;Employee Assistance Scheme for access to advice, information, and face-to-face counselling.</li>
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UST Network Collaboration: Develop links with our wider UST network for CPD and collaborative practice.</li>
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If you would like more information on our school, please visit our website: <a href="https://www.rgtrustschool.net/" target="_blank">Welcome - Royal Greenwich Trust School</a>
Early applications are appreciated as interviews will be arranged as and when suitable applications are received.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Royal Greenwich Trust School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required&nbsp;to undergo an enhanced DBS Check.
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<a href="https://www.ust.london/policies/code-of-conduct" target="_blank">https://www.ust.london/policies/code-of-conduct</a>
In accordance with our Company Policies and KCSIE guidelines set out by the Department for Education, a background check will be carried out on your online digital presence. For this we use a third-party professional screening partner, SP Index (<a href="https://www.sp-index.com" target="_blank">www.sp-index.com</a>), experienced in processing personal data for the purpose of such checks.
We reserve the right to commence or complete the recruitment process prior to the closing date.&nbsp;&nbsp;
We do not accept applications via agencies.&nbsp;

Social and Academic Mentor

About the BoroughThis special place in South West London between the capital and the country has been a Royal borough longer than anywhere else - it is where the first kings of England were crowned.Today it is a vibrant and diverse borough, with a long history and strong cultural and community heritage. Kingston's riverside location, fantastic retail offer, historic market place and church, parks and gardens all make Kingston town centre the vibrant space it is, and each of our district town centres (Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth and Chessington) have something unique to offer.Situated in Zone 6, Kingston is among the best-connected town centres in London – with direct train links from Kingston and Surbiton stations to Clapham Junction and London Waterloo, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and Tramlink.Kingston’s people are innovative and entrepreneurial, and have a strong sense of community pride. The borough has been home to great industry and creativity for many years, reflected in assets such as the Rose Theatre, the International Youth Arts Festival and Kingston University, which boasts more new graduate business start-ups than any other.We have seen tremendous generosity and compassion within our communities, particularly in response to COVID-19, which is a demonstration of Kingston’s key strength. The council offers a strong level of support to vulnerable groups and those who need additional support, which has also increased significantly as a result of the pandemic. Like most places, the average age of our population is rising as more people are living longer, so we are working closely with residents to help them maintain their independence and further improve the cost effectiveness of our service to meet the ongoing rise in demand.Kingston is home to people from diverse and interesting cultures and backgrounds, which helps to create the rich sense of community shared across the borough. In particular, Kingston has a large Sri Lankan Tamil community and is home to more people from Korea than any other part of the UK.About the Service and TeamWe are looking for hard-working, motivated and enthusiastic people to join our apprenticeship scheme. Regardless of your age, previous experience or qualifications (although you must be at least 16 years of age and not in full-time education), we’re welcoming applications from those that show potential, determination and a drive to succeed. In return we can give you the opportunity to kick-start your career under the management of our skilled and experienced staff, whilst earning, learning and achieving nationally recognised qualifications at the same time.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateWe have a new and exciting apprenticeship opportunity within our HIghways Operations team. In this role you will be responsible for&nbsp;<ul><li>Undertaking inspections of the highways network.</li><li>Responding to reports of defects on the highways.</li><li>Raising of work orders.</li><li>Answering complaints.</li><li>Responding to insurance claims.</li><li>Communication with elected representations.</li></ul>Additionally the role will involve developing a detailed understanding of all roles within Highways Operations, including but not limited to&nbsp;<ul><li>Asset Management.</li><li>Land Drainage management.</li><li>Streekworks operation.&nbsp;</li><li>Commissioning and Sustainable transport.</li><li>Design and Delivery teams.</li><li>Planned and Programme Management Teams.</li></ul>On successful completion of this apprenticeship there is an opportunity for a permanent position within the team.&nbsp;About You&nbsp;We’re looking for someone with excellent communication skills, good IT skills, good attention to detail, enthusiasm and an eagerness to learn.&nbsp;The candidate will have a can do attitude, be willing to work outside in all weather conditions, be articulate and have great people skills.The position is key for ensuring the council meeting statutory obligations within the Highways Act 1980, as such we will require self discipline and attention to detail.Please note, in order to qualify for apprenticeship funding you must meet the following criteria:<ul><li>Hold a GCSE level C/equivalent in Maths and English and be able to present original qualification certificates - if you do not hold these qualifications/certificates you must be committed to complete these via functional skills assessments as part of the apprenticeship.</li><li>The standard requires candidates to have GCSE Maths 5/B and English 4/C grade.&nbsp;</li><li>Only apply for an apprenticeship unrelated to any qualifications they hold at the same or higher level than the apprenticeship they wish to apply for. The apprenticeship being applied for must be unrelated in subject and content from the qualification already held.</li><li>Not be enrolled on another funded apprenticeship or another funded further education or higher education programme at the time you start your new apprenticeship.</li><li>Have the right to work and study in England and be one of the following:</li></ul><ol><li>A citizen of a country within the European Economic Area (EEA) or have the right to abode in the UK and have been resident in the EEA for at least the previous three years on the first day of your apprenticeship.</li><li>A non-EEA citizen with permission from the UK government to live in the UK, (not for educational purposes) and have been ordinarily resident in the UK for at least the previous three years before the start of learning.</li></ol>Our Offer to YouOur apprenticeships are offered on a minimum contract duration of 12 months (some are longer depending on the level of apprenticeship you undertake), offer 23 days paid annual leave, access to our online staff benefits portal (including discounts at local and national shops, restaurants and attractions), the opportunity to undertake 3 volunteering days per year in Kingston, and a minimum starting salary of £22,432 per annum. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation.In addition there are further discounts available to apprentices and more information can be found at the<a href="https://www.apprenticeextra.co.uk/" target="_blank">Apprentice Extra website</a>and<a href="https://apprenticeshipconnect.co.uk/apprentices/apprentice-discounts/" target="_blank">Apprenticeship Connect website.</a>We’re extremely proud of our apprenticeship scheme and the achievements of our apprentices, many of whom have secured permanent employment with the Council and continue to excel in their careers.Application ProcessPlease apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role and for our apprenticeship scheme. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the ‘Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme’ at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we’re incredibly proud of.Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.More information about apprenticeships can be found on the<a href="https://www.apprenticeships.gov.uk/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI-PTlpJin4AIV1bbACh3m4Qc4EAAYASAAEgLWcvD_BwE" target="_blank">National Apprenticeship website.</a>Additional InformationWe are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce.As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role.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 an accredited London Living Wage Employer and this means that everyone working at the Royal Borough of Kingston, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors and suppliers receive the London Living Wage. The real Living Wage is higher than the government’s minimum, or National Living Wage, and is an independently calculated hourly rate of pay that is based on the actual cost of living.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.





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Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames

Highways Inspector Apprentice

We are looking for an enthusiastic and driven Work Stream Lead Commissioning Officer for Education and SEND to join our Children’s Commissioning team on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children and young people across Medway.The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering our Education and SEND Commissioning and Sufficiency Strategy, ensuring it is rooted in outcome-focused solutions that support Medway Council and local schools in achieving their strategic goals.You will also provide support and expertise in developing the commissioning function for Education and SEND in Medway as part of a wider programme of work taking place to refresh the SEND strategy and sufficiency strategy. With the overall ambition to ensure all children and young people with SEND receive high quality education and achieve their potential, within the spending capacity of the high needs budget.The successful applicant will work closely with the Programme Lead supporting the development and delivery of commissioning functions for Education and SEND as part of a wider programme to refresh Medway’s SEND and sufficiency strategies.The role will involve supporting the Programme Lead to manage commissioned contracts, including:<ul><li>Conducting practice research and needs assessments.</li><li>Analysing demand and financial data.</li><li>Strengthening relationships by co-ordinating engagement with service users and providers.</li><li>Supporting robust quality assurance processes.</li><li>Attending and co-ordinating contract meetings to ensure providers are delivering high-quality services and meeting KPIs.</li><li>Identifying opportunities for improved service quality, value for money, and risk management.</li><li>Collaborating with schools and partner agencies to share best practice and explore opportunities for joint commissioning</li></ul>This exciting opportunity will give the successful applicant the opportunity to contribute extensively to how children's services are commissioned in Medway. They will be expected to work in partnership with providers, other agencies, and strategic networks.<h4>Our Organisation</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in. <h4>Important Information</h4>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<h5>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h5>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing dateIf you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.





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Medway Council

This is Medway

Senior Commissioning Officer

We are seeking to appoint a School’s Health &amp; Safety Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the wellbeing of our education environments for the children of Medway while ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation.As a Schools Health and Safety Manager in the School Organisation and Capital Programme Team, you will:Be able to demonstrate the knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role. You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.The postholder will also lead the development and delivery of comprehensive Service Level Agreements (SLAs), encompassing school H&amp;S audits, and tailored advisory services. Additionally, the H&amp;S Manager will contribute to the strategic growth of the H&amp;S service offered to schools by supporting development initiatives, ensuring the service remains competitive, innovative, and responsive to future opportunities.In return we will 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>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li></ul>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role. You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.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 the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.Important Information-Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileEqual Opportunities Commitment StatementMedway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.<ul></ul>

School's Health & Safety Manager

About the BoroughIn Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ.&nbsp;Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There’s also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.About the Service and TeamSutton has a long-standing commitment to reducing our impact on the environment. The council’s corporate plan, Ambitious for Sutton 2022-2027 commits to tackle climate change in becoming a net zero carbon borough. To enable delivery of these ambitions, the council uses its Environment Strategy and Climate Emergency Response Plan. As part of the Council’s forward thinking approach to adapting to climate change, the Council acknowledges the key role emergency planning has to play in response to our climate emergency by ensuring the borough is prepared and resilient for a broad range of incidents as the changing climate leads to more severe weather incidents.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateThe role will support the Climate Action and Emergency Planning team in ensuring a safe and resilient borough. The post holder will work with colleagues across the Council to help deliver a robust programme of emergency planning, training and exercising. The role will also form a critical part of Sutton’s response to any incidents and provide specialist advice to help shape the response.&nbsp;Key activities include:<ul><li><ul><li>Help ensure the Council are meeting the Resilience Standards for London.</li><li>Commission and deliver emergency planning training to staff</li><li>Supporting the Council’s response to any incidents</li><li>Supporting the Council’s Safety Advisory Group of events</li></ul></li></ul>About YouIf you enjoy a diverse role that gives you exposure to the broad range of Council services and thrive in working in a challenging yet highly rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.&nbsp;You will have experience of working in emergency planning or business continuity, able to adapt to changes of pace and maintain a calm and professional demeanour while making decisions under pressure during any incidents. Within the role you will build relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders and be able to manage competing deadlines.In order to successfully deliver the responsibilities of the role, you will need to demonstrate:<ul><li>a good understanding of relevant contingency planning and integrated emergency planning legislation, regulations and guidance for the local authority context (essential);&nbsp;</li><li>the relevant experience working in an Emergency Planning and/or Business Continuity position(s), and possess the knowledge of how to effectively prepare for, respond to, and recover from, internal and external emergencies (essential);</li><li>a commitment to personal development in order to meet the changing demands of the position (essential);</li><li>effective problem solving skills and be confident in making decisions to resolve situations that arise, including under pressure (essential);</li><li>experience of challenging and critically evaluating information and data, considering the bigger picture and wider implications to the service and Council (essential);</li><li>the ability to confidently communicate effectively with various audiences, including members of the Council’s Corporate Management Team, Councillors, multi-agency partners, internal departments, residents, etc (essential);</li><li>well-developed training and instructional skills in order to formulate training objectives and lesson plans leading to the design and running of training sessions and events (essential);</li><li>the ability to work well under pressure, prioritise work and possess organisational skills to remain effective in the role (essential);</li><li>good interpersonal skills in order to build sound working relationships with key stakeholders and partners (essential).</li></ul>The postholder will be required to form part of the emergency planning out of hours on-call rota, which will necessitate some out of hours working including evenings and weekends due to the emergency planning on-call rota. There is additional remuneration associated with this. In-person attendance in the borough will also be expected during civil contingencies.&nbsp;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.In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li><li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li><li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year&nbsp;</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Sutton</li><li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li><li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Car parking scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li><li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li><li>Subsidised gym membership</li></ul>Application ProcessPlease apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Additional InformationWe pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.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.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.





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Emergency Planning Officer

About the BoroughIn Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ.&nbsp;Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There’s also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.About the Service and TeamSutton has taken a hugely ambitious and proactive approach to regenerating the borough, securing land, grant funding, and partnerships to deliver major transformation.&nbsp;Sutton’s ambition is to be the global home for oncology through the growth of the London Cancer Hub where Aviva Capital Partners and Socius will be developing up to 1m sq ft space over the coming decade. In Sutton Town Centre, the Council’s regeneration programme has already brought vacant commercial space back into use. The town centre will continue to be transformed and diversified, through a new purpose-built location for Sutton College to enable residents to easily access high quality education and training; the remodelling of the St Nicholas centre to provide a new civic hub and retail/leisure offer; and thousands of new homes.&nbsp;A new Economic Growth Plan is now being developed which sets out how the Council will support businesses already in Sutton; attract new businesses and further investment; build its life sciences ecosystem; support its district centres and leisure offer; and enable residents and businesses to access opportunities created.&nbsp;This role will report to the Head of Inward Investment, and lead the development and delivery of projects through the Economic Growth Plan. About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateAn Economic Growth Plan is now being developed to support further economic growth over the coming decade. The ambition of this plan is to grow the number of businesses and jobs in Sutton, encourage ongoing investment, and help Sutton’s residents and businesses benefit from the growth underway.&nbsp; To drive this vision forward, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced economic growth and regeneration expert to lead the development and delivery of projects to support the plan. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of Sutton. You will form a key part of a small but high performing team. This role will be hybrid, with a minimum of two days per week in the office expected.The ideal candidate will have significant experience and proven success in economic growth, regeneration, placemaking, inward investment, business support, skills, or related fields. They will be confident working with senior stakeholders across the public, private, and voluntary sectors, and able to build partnerships that deliver tangible outcomes. They will have a strong understanding of how to support economic growth through strategy, policy, regeneration, and investment, with excellent knowledge of the policy environment, funding landscape, and business context. The role requires experience in developing strategic plans, managing projects and programmes, securing and managing funding, commissioning services, overseeing contracts, and lobbying for support. We are seeking a proactive, innovative thinker with strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills, able to produce high-quality written materials and communicate effectively with a range of audiences. Knowledge of capital projects, planning, construction, and commercial property is desirable.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.In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li><li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li><li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year&nbsp;</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Sutton</li><li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li><li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Car parking scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li><li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li><li>Subsidised gym membership</li></ul>Application ProcessPlease apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Additional InformationWe pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.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.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.





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Economic Growth Programme Manager

Do you want to make a Real Difference in People&amp;©s LivesAre you passionate about helping people find safe, secure housing? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment?In this role you will be the first point of contact for residents in housing need. This is a vital role where you will be providing support to the Housing Options teams in allocating new cases and identifying emergencies for immediate action.Key responsibilities will include:Supporting the Housing Options and Lettings Teams in preventing homelessness and promoting housing stability.Be the first point of contact for housing enquiries via phone, email, and in personTriage and allocate new cases to Housing Options Officers, identifying emergencies for immediate actionProviding comprehensive advice on housing options, homelessness legislation, and the Council&amp;©s lettings policyMaintaining accurate records and case notes to support legal decisions and service coordinationIn order to be competent in this role it is essential that you have experience working in housing advice, homelessness services, or a housing-related field, along with having:Proven experience in a front-line, customer-led service, particularly supporting vulnerable individualsA practical working knowledge of housing and homelessness legislation.The ability to assess housing need and identify statutory dutiesStrong interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to remain calm and empathetic in challenging situationsFor an informal discussion about the role please contact Nancy Fraser on 01233 330821Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/yoznek4h/1735b-housing-options-triage-officer-july-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description</a>When applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community





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Ashford Borough Council

Housing Options Triage Officer

Job Title: ESMA Teacher - Science KS3-4 and Maths KS3 Starting Salary: £31,650 - £49,084 pa pro rata – Hertfordshire locally agreed Teachers minimum and upper pay range (non fringe) + SEN allowance Hours: 26.0 / 0.8 FTE Location: Stevenage - covering North &amp; East Herts with some Countywide travel Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens ServicesWould you like an opportunity to support Hertfordshire County Council to deliver better outcomes for children unable to attend school for medical reasons?<h4>About the team</h4>The ESMA Teaching Service are recruiting for an outstanding teacher to deliver quality teaching in person and virtually.This service offers education to students who are unable to attend school due to medical needs, in a variety of formats, including small group teaching, online and face-to-face. All students referred are of statutory school age (5-16 years). As well as providing access to education we also support reintegration back into their educational setting in line with medical advice.<h4>About the role</h4>We are looking for an inspirational Science teacher to join the Education Support for Medical Absence (ESMA) Teaching Service, who can deliver outstanding teaching to some of the County’s most vulnerable students.The role involves a combination of face-to-face and online teaching as well as continued pastoral support for a group of students.The current timetable (subject to change) for ESMA teachers is structured with teaching from 9.00am - 11.00am, followed by a break, and then a second teaching slot from 11.30am – 1.30pm. This could include a mixture of face-to-face and online teaching, or all face-to-face or all online.When not delivering lessons, teachers work on their pastoral responsibilities, which include holding Planning and Review meetings with families, students, schools, and health professionals, with their allocated students.The purpose of these regular meetings is to ensure that the student has the appropriate access to education, considering their medical need, and has a plan to reintegrate into school.<h4>About you</h4>We are looking for an excellent communicator who also believes in the importance of pastoral care and support, and who brings strong teaching expertise in Science, a deep understanding of SEND and medical needs, and the ability to lead with compassion, clarity, and collaboration.Essential:<ul><li>Educated to degree level and hold Qualified Teacher Status.</li><li>Minimum five years relevant and successful teaching experience.</li><li>Recent classroom experience and practice knowledge for the subject specialism (Science KS3-KS4 with the ability to teach KS3 Maths).</li><li>Able to demonstrate a thorough understanding of relevant high-quality teaching and learning.</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of best practice in relation to meeting the needs of children with health and SEND.</li><li>Ability to model excellent practice and lead by example.</li><li>Be able to evaluate practice and evidence the impact of interventions.</li><li>Commitment to promoting equal opportunities and diversity.</li><li>Excellent communication and technology (ICT) skills.</li><li>Ability to prioritise work within a multi-professional team reflecting service priorities.</li><li>Detailed knowledge of exam board specifications and exam requirements</li><li>Ability and willingness to contribute to curriculum planning and shared resources.</li><li>Full UK Driving Licence and regular access to a vehicle, due to travel requirements.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>An understanding of working with children with medical needs (physical and mental).</li></ul>This is a fantastic opportunity for an outstanding teacher of Science to join a team dedicated to providing the best possible outcomes for students who are too ill to attend school.If you enjoy small-group teaching, both online and in person, and have a genuine passion for making a difference to the lives of students and their families, then this could be the role for you.&nbsp;&nbsp;To hear more about this opportunity please contact Tracy Haase on <a href="mailto:Tracy.haase@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Tracy.haase@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> 07580 711077 for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 26th September Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job outline, to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences.<h4>Additional information</h4>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employerand guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.<h4>Available documents</h4><ul><li>ESMA Teacher Job Outline.pdf</li></ul> 





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Hertfordshire County Council

ESMA Teacher

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Salary:&nbsp;£48,969 - £55,797 Grade:&nbsp;Level 4 Zone 2 Location:&nbsp;5 Pancras Square, N1C 4AG Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Hours:&nbsp;36, Full Time Closing Date:&nbsp;Tuesday 5^th August at 23:59 &nbsp; About Camden Camden is changing on the inside to make life better for everyone. Our residents and communities are at the heart of everything we do. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today and we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind.&nbsp;Here’s where you can help decide a better future for us all.&nbsp;The team work closely together to provide innovative solutions to the service vision where every member of the team contributes to this vision. This role is a key part of the team to deliver the high-quality, cost-effective service and to find ways to continually develop. What You’ll Be Doing As a Senior Technical Officer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our corporate and community buildings are fully statutory compliant and functional. You will lead on innovative and cost-effective approaches to planned preventative maintenance, repairs and health and safety, working closely with our in-house engineering team and specialist M&amp;E contractors to ensure our facilities are always operating in accordance with associated legal legislation, efficiently and effectively. This role is central to the delivery of our facilities management service across the corporate and community estate—part of a wider portfolio of traded services—where your expertise will help shape environments that support both staff and community needs. If you are passionate about making buildings work better for people and the planet, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. To view the Job Profile, please&nbsp;click HERE or copy and paste the below URL into your browser: All About You To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our People by visiting '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories</a>'. We are seeking someone who brings a strong technical background in mechanical and/or electrical systems, with the confidence and expertise to audit and scrutinise works to ensure they meet Camden’s high standards. You will be experienced in competitively procuring and managing specialist contractors, ensuring both planned and reactive maintenance is delivered efficiently, expediently and to a professional standard. Your ability to interpret and implement planned maintenance strategies will be essential, as will your talent for building collaborative internal and external relationships with colleagues and contractors across services, including Asset Management and Technical Support, to enhance long-term planning and lifecycle programmes. You will be a natural communicator, able to translate complex technical information into clear, accessible advice for a wide range of stakeholders. Your analytical skills will help you gather, interpret and present data that informs decision-making and drives service improvements. We are looking for someone who embraces innovation and technology, offering creative and cost-effective solutions that enhance building safety, performance and sustainability. Above all, you will be a proactive problem-solver who takes pride in delivering high-quality, value-for-money services that make a real difference to the people who use our buildings. What We Offer At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits including: <ul> <li>27 days annual leave for new starters, rising to 31 days after 5 years</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li> <li>Flexible working opportunities;</li> <li>Interest free loans</li> <li>Access to our incredible staff networks</li> <li>Career development and training</li> <li>Wellbeing support and activities</li> </ul> Visit '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits</a>' for more details. Inclusion and Diversity We want Camden Council to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do. To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Anonymised Application&nbsp;–&nbsp;in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias. Asking for Adjustments&nbsp; Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at <a href="mailto:resourcing@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@camden.gov.uk</a> or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG,

Camden Council

Senior Technical Officer

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Salary:&nbsp;£44,579 - £50,70 Grade: Level 4 Zone 1 Location:&nbsp;5 Pancras Square, N1C 4AG Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Hours:&nbsp;36, Full Time Closing Date:&nbsp;Thursday 14^th August at 23:59 About Camden Camden is changing on the inside to make life better for everyone. Our residents and communities are at the heart of everything we do. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today and we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind. &nbsp;Here’s where you can help decide a better future for us all.&nbsp; How You’ll Be Involved Join Camden Council as a Multi-skilled Commercial Engineer and help shape the future of our community spaces. We're looking for a versatile and experienced professional to deliver high-quality building repairs, planned preventative maintenance, and installations across a variety of council-owned properties including offices, libraries, children’s centres, and depots. In this role, you'll be responsible for diagnosing and resolving building faults with a focus on electrical and mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and standards. You'll work independently, managing your own schedule and using your initiative to deliver efficient, cost-effective solutions that meet our “Right First Time” standards. You’ll be expected to maintain excellent customer service, keeping stakeholders informed and satisfied throughout the repair process. Your work will include statutory testing and mechanical system maintenance, and 5-year fixed wire testing. You’ll also support the development of apprentices and contribute to continuous improvement by identifying recurring issues and proposing innovative solutions. Using digital tools for job management and procurement, you’ll ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with site-specific SLAs. Health and safety is paramount, and you’ll be well-versed in safeguarding, lone working, asbestos awareness, legionella, and other key safety protocols. If you're a proactive, skilled engineer with a passion for public service and a commitment to excellence, we’d love to hear from you. To view the Job Profile, please click HERE or copy and paste the below URL into your browser: All About You To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our People by visiting '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories</a>'. You’ll be a technically skilled engineer with a solid foundation in electrical systems and a practical approach to problem-solving. With experience in public sector environments such as schools and community buildings, you’ll bring confidence and competence to maintaining and repairing a wide range of systems. You’re someone who works confidently on your own, managing your own workload, and using your initiative to deliver high-quality results. Collaboration also comes naturally to you, and you’re happy to contribute to team goals and support colleagues when needed. Expect to use digital tools to manage tasks, order materials, and maintain accurate records. Your communication style will be clear and professional, helping you build strong relationships with customers and colleagues alike. Demonstrating a strong awareness of health and safety, you’ll be committed to working safely, compliantly, and with attention to detail. You take pride in doing things properly and are always looking for smarter ways to solve recurring issues. Whether it’s mentoring apprentices, identifying faults, or helping shape better building performance, you’ll be proactive, reliable, and focused on delivering excellent service every time What We Offer At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits. From flexible working to 27 days annual leave (+ bank holidays!). We also know&nbsp;that a work life balance is extremely&nbsp;important so we also offer family leave, loan schemes and access to our incredible staff networks. We also have an incredible pensions scheme.&nbsp; Visit '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits</a>' for more details. Inclusion and Diversity We want Camden Council to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do. To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Anonymised Application&nbsp;–&nbsp;in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias. Asking for Adjustments&nbsp; Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at <a href="mailto:resourcing@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@camden.gov.uk</a> or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG.

Multi Skilled Commercial Engineer

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Subject to ensuring effective service delivery, flexible working arrangements can be agreed.The posts are full time but part time applicants would be considered. A relocation package is also available if required (Scheme B - up to £2,500).<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/job-details?job_id=40529&amp;_ga=2.148241854.801579419.1742810386-261589953.1741704421" target="_blank"></a>For an informal discussion, please contact Debbie Watts (Private Sector Housing Manager) on&nbsp;<a href="mailto:deborah.watts@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">deborah.watts@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a><h2>About the role</h2>Brighton and Hove is a vibrant and popular place to live with a much higher than average proportion of privately rented homes, including a significant number of Houses in Multiple Occupation. &nbsp;We believe that our private rented sector should be well managed and that everyone has the right to live in decent, save accommodation.We are looking for enthusiastic and highly motivated people to join our Private Sector Housing Team, who will share our drive to improve the management, standards and quality of private sector homes in the city. &nbsp;Experience of dealing with complex problems and the ability to work under pressure is essential. &nbsp;In return, we can offer flexible working arrangements, a great office location near the sea and excellent terms and conditions including staff discounts on goods and services throughout the city. &nbsp;We can also offer great self-development and career opportunities through our People Promise commitments.The team is responsible for delivering HMO licensing under the national mandator scheme and a city-wide additional scheme for HMOs. &nbsp;We will also be introducing a Selective Licensing Scheme in September as well as dealing with requests for assistance from tenants.You will have excellent organisational, communication and IT skills and be flexible in response to varying workload demands.You will have a suitable qualification relevant to the post e.g. HNC or higher in building studies or related discipline or equivalent knowledge and experience relevant to the post.Please read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/how-apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.As part of your application, you will need to upload your Application Form and answers to some shortlisting questions. &nbsp;Your answers to the shortlisting questions are the most important part of your application as it will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/application-form-guidance" target="_blank">Application Form guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> and (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/shortlisting-questions-guidance" target="_blank">Shortlisting guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.<h2>Additional information</h2>
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours&nbsp;or term-time only.
We are a workplace that supports flexibility and employee wellbeing in the way we work whilst providing the best service for our customers. Team and service working arrangements are designed to support both employee work life balance and team collaboration. These would be part of your individual working arrangements alongside any personal preference agreed with your manager in advance of joining.
Working arrangements are subject to Government guidance at the time. Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team and travel to and from your contractual location would be at your own expense.
For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a>
<h2>Company information</h2>Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/apply-job-council/encouraging-diverse-workforce" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a>.

Brighton & Hove City Council

Technical Officer

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An opportunity has arisen in our team for a Bilingual Learning Assistant who speaks Ukrainian/Russian. This is a busy, sometimes challenging role, perfect for someone who wants to make a difference to children's lives and enjoys working as part of a culturally diverse team.The serviceEMAS are a team of Bilingual Learning Assistants, Bilingual Support Officers and Advisers working with the Education team. We work in partnership with schools to meet the needs of bilingual learners and ethnic minority pupils at risk of under-achievement. We support pupils across both primary and secondary age phases, as well as in nursery settings.The RoleYou will provide a support service complementary to teaching activities, primarily through first language or bilingual communication, acting as a classroom assistant and supporting the language and learning needs of pupils, particularly in their access to the national curriculum. You will support the class/subject teacher or EMAS adviser in providing a stress-free 'settling-in' period for new entrants, recent arrivals or returnees from extended stays in country of origin. You will assist in monitoring progress and assessing performance, communicate important information to teachers about the child's full language repertoire, and assist in the production of bilingual language/curriculum support materials.The ideal candidate will have/be <ul>
<li>fluency in English and first language</li>
<li>good numeracy and literacy skills</li>
<li>excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills</li>
<li>experience of working with children at home and/or in a school setting</li>
<li>experience of interpretation and translation (formally or informally)</li>
<li>the ability to deal with different situations in a sensitive manner particularly when working with children, families and schools.</li>
<li>the ability to support school staff effectively in the classroom</li>
<li>an understanding ofthe need for confidentiality in working with children, school staff and parents</li>
<li>the ability to promote diversity within the school setting (including religion, culture and language)</li>
<li>to remain calm and focussed when working under pressure</li>
<li>the willingness to learn and develop additional skills required by the service</li>
<li>to be mobile enough to work at locations city wide as required by the service. </li>
</ul>Please see the Job profile for the full details and expectations of this roleAdditional information:Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:Ruth Nabholz-Duncan, Bilingual Assistant Deployment Manager, <a href="mailto:ruth.nabholz-duncan@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">ruth.nabholz-duncan@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a> Interview date: 22nd September 2025Application processWe anonymise applications during application &amp; shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.As part of your application we ask that you complete a personal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/" target="_blank">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a> You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it. About Portsmouth City Council What we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council iscommitted to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers toshare thiscommitment.DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. Should you require anysupport in completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800

Bilingual Learning Assistant - Ukrainian/Russian

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An opportunity has arisen in our team for a Bilingual Learning Assistant who speaks Spanish. This is a busy, sometimes challenging role, perfect for someone who wants to make a difference to children's lives and enjoys working as part of a culturally diverse team. The serviceEMAS are a team of Bilingual Learning Assistants, Bilingual Support Officers and Advisers working with the Education team. We work in partnership with schools to meet the needs of bilingual learners and ethnic minority pupils at risk of under-achievement. We support pupils across both primary and secondary age phases, as well as in nursery settings. The RoleYou will provide a support service complementary to teaching activities, primarily through first language or bilingual communication, acting as a classroom assistant and supporting the language and learning needs of pupils, particularly in their access to the national curriculum. You will support the class/subject teacher or EMAS adviser in providing a stress-free 'settling-in' period for new entrants, recent arrivals or returnees from extended stays in country of origin. You will assist in monitoring progress and assessing performance, communicate important information to teachers about the child's full language repertoire, and assist in the production of bilingual language/curriculum support materials.The ideal candidate <ul>
<li>fluency in English and first language</li>
<li>good numeracy and literacy skills</li>
<li>excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills</li>
<li>experience of working with children at home and/or in a school setting</li>
<li>experience of interpretation and translation (formally or informally)</li>
<li>the ability to deal with different situations in a sensitive manner particularly when working with children, families and schools.</li>
<li>the ability to support school staff effectively in the classroom</li>
<li>an understanding ofthe need for confidentiality in working with children, school staff and parents</li>
<li>the ability to promote diversity within the school setting (including religion, culture and language)</li>
<li>to remain calm and focussed when working under pressure</li>
<li>the willingness to learn and develop additional skills required by the service</li>
<li>to be mobile enough to work at locations city wide as required by the service. </li>
</ul>Please see the Job profile for the full details and expectations of this roleAdditional information:Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:Ruth Nabholz-Duncan, Bilingual Assistant Deployment Manager, <a href="mailto:ruth.nabholz-duncan@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">ruth.nabholz-duncan@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>, 023 92 841 549Interview date: 22nd September 2025Application processWe anonymise applications during application &amp; shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.As part of your application we ask that you complete apersonal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person'points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills.This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/" target="_blank">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it. About Portsmouth City Council What we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a> Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800

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