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Join Our Team as a Senior Administrative Support Officer – Waste &amp; Street Scene Services
1 x 12-month maternity cover position
1 x 37 hours permanent position
Please confirm which post you are applying for - permanent, fixed term or both.
Are you an organised and detail-oriented professional looking to make a difference in your community? We’re seeking a proactive and dedicated Senior Administrative Support Officer to join our Waste and Street Scene Services team, helping to keep our streets and environment clean, tidy and our services running efficiently.
In this role, you will provide essential administrative support to ensure the council meets its statutory duties while also assisting customers and partners with various aspects of waste management. You’ll receive full training to support key services, including our subscription-based garden waste scheme, handling reports of graffiti, fly-tipping, and collection issues, liaising with our contractors and ensuring the smooth operation of our waste services.
What We’re Looking For:
✔ Educated to GCSE level or equivalent
✔ Strong IT skills, with experience of using databases, online platforms, and Microsoft Word &amp; Excel
✔ Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities
✔ A customer-focused approach with strong communication skills
This is an office-based role, located at Castleham Business Park, Hastings, where you’ll be part of a friendly and supportive team.
If you're ready to take the next step, further details – including the full job description and person specification – are available. Apply today and be part of a team making a real difference to Hastings!

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ABOUT THE ROLE We are seeking experienced Chefs and Cooks to join our team to prepare meals for our residents and participants in residential social care settings across London.
You will be creating meals for our diverse and marginalised Resident and Participant groups as they seek recovery. &nbsp;You will need to understand ordering and budgeting as well as a strong understanding of food safety. &nbsp;A solid understanding of meal planning, dietary needs, and allergy control is essential, but your most important quality will be that you are a people person who is willing to engage with our Residents as you tailor healthy and delicious meals to satisfy their needs and wants. &nbsp;
Shift Pattern:&nbsp;Various shifts depending on the service. &nbsp;Generally between 9am and 5pm with shifts available 7 days per week.
ABOUT THE SOCIAL INTEREST GROUP
The Social Interest Group is a collection of Charities that support marginalised people back into the community or a better quality of life. &nbsp;We work with Residents and Participants through various challenges such as homelessness, Mental Health problems, substance abuse, and complex combinations of these issues. &nbsp;We believe that all people deserve a chance and to be respected, and we strive to support their recovery into personal empowerment and independent living.
ABOUT YOU
We’re looking for someone with a genuine passion and felt purpose to help people, challenge stigma, and make a real difference to people’s lives! We are looking for a team player who uses their love of cooking to share joy with our residents, an effective communicator who is able to build rapport with others from various backgrounds. You will be compassionate, supportive, and empowering to others, whilst able to form effective, positive and motivational relationships.
What we are looking for:
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<li>Someone who can plan and cook healthy, tasty and tailored food</li>
<li>A good understanding of food costs and basic budgeting</li>
<li>Ability and willingness to show flexibility of working patterns, responding to the needs of the service and residents</li>
<li>A strong understanding of Food Safety and Health and Safety Regulations</li>
</ul>
What we would like, but not essential:
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<li>Someone who can share and teach basic cooking skills to interested residents</li>
<li>Experience of working with people of complex backgrounds, ideally [Mental Health, Criminal Justice, Homelessness, Substance Misuse…]</li>
<li>Previous experience in a similar organisation/industry/role</li>
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More information can be found in the Job Description/Person Specification attached.
WORKING FOR US
ABOUT US
Social Interest Group (SIG) believes good care and support improve lives. Our values of ambition, empowerment, transparency, and inclusivity drive everything we do. Our mission is to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings (including people's own homes), probation settings, and hospitals awaiting discharge. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent. We believe in the power of well-planned, well-managed services to make a difference. We work with high standards and external and internal regulatory frameworks.
Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be" target="_blank">Theory of Change</a>
Further details can be found on our website here:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>.&nbsp;
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our&nbsp;<a href="https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/" target="_blank">website</a>.
For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a>&nbsp;or call us on&nbsp;<a href="tel:02036689270" target="_blank">020 3668 9270</a>
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details above.&nbsp;

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process.&nbsp;All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship.&nbsp;Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility <a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/gRWgCZ668UPJVq6ijjIC3?domain=urldefense.com" target="_blank">criteria</a> for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.Please be advised it is our understanding that this role does not meet the requirements of a skilled worker visa as set out by UK Visa and Immigration <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes</a> . For details regarding the salary of a skilled worker visa please visit Home Office: <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list</a>This is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstances.Job Title: Targeted Services Officer for Volunteers and MentorsA bit about us:Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic, and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place.&nbsp;We've got ambitious targets to meet by 2025 and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities.&nbsp;&nbsp; Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!The Role:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>This is an exciting opportunity to fulfil a newly enhanced role working with volunteers, young people, parents and carers in the community, as part of a multi-disciplinary team to support positive outcomes and reduce the likelihood of reoffending</li>
<li>The role of Targeted Services Officer for Volunteers and Mentors involves assessing, planning, supporting and delivering interventions. Working with external organisations, you will provide positive opportunities for children and young people</li>
<li>You will be completing, maintaining and ensuring enforcement of risk assessments as well as supporting the recruitment and training of volunteers and mentors as a Targeted Services Officer</li>
<li>The role of Targeted Services Officer for Volunteers and Mentors includes completing exit interviews and one year post order reviews with young people</li>
</ul>Our offer to you:<ul>
<li>At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days</li>
<li>Agile working (Role dependent) -&nbsp;A “Flexibility First” approach to Agile working where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception</li>
<li>Part of the Local Government Pension scheme –&nbsp;option to join the AVC scheme</li>
<li>Progression -&nbsp;opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li>
<li>Health and Wellbeing -&nbsp;offer including Employee assistance programme</li>
<li>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes&nbsp;</li>
<li>Drive Time –&nbsp;a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li>
<li>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave &nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted Gym Memberships&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Volunteering Scheme&nbsp;</li>
<li>Medicash&nbsp;</li>
</ul>Next steps: Closing date: midnight Sunday 6th July 2025 Shortlisting date: w/c Monday 7th July 2025 Interview date: w/c Monday 21st July 2025We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Delaney Millward - <a href="mailto:Delaney.millward@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">Delaney.millward@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve.&nbsp;As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities.&nbsp;To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.&nbsp;If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system.&nbsp;Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. &nbsp;Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.

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Street Scene Protection Officer - Braintree District CouncilBraintree District CouncilPermanent, Full Time£30,313 to £34,612 per annumLocation: BraintreeClosing Date: 4th July 2025 Essex County Council (ECC) are delighted to be supporting Braintree Council to recruit this Street Scene Protection Officer role. To Apply please click here: <a href="https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&amp;VACANCY_ID=903932JeEj" target="_blank">Street Scene Protection Officer</a> or visit <a href="https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team" target="_blank">https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team</a>. Please DO NOT click the Apply button on the left. The Opportunity:Braintree District Council have an exciting opportunity for a Street Scene Protection Officer to join our successful Enforcement team based in Braintree, Essex. The post holder will enhance the Street Scene in Braintree District, by carrying out the Council's enforcement responsibilities in respect of relevant environmental legislation and help to keep our District looking clean and green by undertaking a range of Street Scene activities, to contribute to improving the well-being and quality of life for residents and visitors in the District.The role is highly visible, and you will be required to carry out all aspects of enforcement including proactive and reactive investigations, supporting victims, collecting evidence, taking statements, issuing fixed penalty notices and writing reports.Experience: The successful applicant will be self-motivated, conscientious and enthusiastic, used to working in an outdoor environment and use their own initiative to work as part of a team to deal effectively with anti-social behaviour and environmental related crime in the Braintree District through prevention, detection and deterrents.You will have experience of undertaking enforcement action and procedures at all stages from informal warning to prosecution, have good knowledge of relevant legislation including working knowledge of PACE, CPIA and RIPA procedures. In addition, you will have experience of undertaking PACE interviews, giving evidence in court and experienced in handling stray dogs.You will need to hold a current driving licence, have excellent customer service skills, with a constructive, flexible approach and keen to learn new skills to provide and maintain high levels of performance. Why choose Braintree District Council? Braintree District Council is an ambitious and forward-thinking authority with a vision of creating a great place for our residents and businesses.As a Council our role is as a guardian of the place and its people; where residents live well in healthy and resilient communities; a well-connected district with high-quality homes delivered with the infrastructure and a place which attracts and provides good employment opportunities.We are becoming one of the fastest growing Districts in the East of England with three growing towns, London just 45 minutes away and the district located directly between the international transport centres of Stansted Airport and Harwich and Felixstowe International Ports. We have a deserved track record for delivering and a strong reputation within the business community and are committedBraintree District Council is a great place to work. We pride ourselves on our creative and innovative approach which is led by our staff. We are committed to having an engaged workforce who understand our strategy and how they can help deliver it. Some of the benefits of working for Braintree District Council are:<ul>
<li>Flexible working</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme</li>
<li>Learning and development for all staff</li>
<li>Staff recognition schemes</li>
<li>Extensive health and wellbeing programme including discounted gym membership.</li>
</ul> If you would like an informal chat about this post, please contact Stuart Thompson on 01376 312562 To apply, click here:<a href="https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&amp;VACANCY_ID=903932JeEj" target="_blank">Street Scene Protection Officer</a> or visit <a href="https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team" target="_blank">https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team</a>. Please DO NOT click the Apply button on the left. Closing date for receipt of applications: Midnight on 4 th July 2025. Please Note - Essex County Council is advertising this role on behalf of Braintree District Council and if successful you will be employed by Braintree District Council.*To apply, click here:<a href="https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&amp;VACANCY_ID=903932JeEj" target="_blank">Street Scene Protection Officer</a> or visit <a href="https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team" target="_blank">https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team</a>. Please DO NOT click the Apply button on the left.

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We are a Local Authority working for the community, improving the lives of our residents and we’re looking for a motivated and talented Senior Social Worker to join our Advice and Wellbeing Hub – SW Pathway.
 We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.
As a Senior Social Worker, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality advice, early intervention, and support to those accessing the hub. You will provide professional leadership, undertake complex assessments, and work collaboratively with partner agencies to promote wellbeing and safeguard vulnerable individuals. &nbsp;
The Advice and Wellbeing Hub comprises a Social Work and OT pathways.&nbsp; The team takes all the new referrals into Adult Social Care for people 18 years upwards.&nbsp; It is a busy, supportive and friendly team, working with people of all ages and backgrounds and their families and carers. We use a Conversations Count strengths-based model to promote choice and control and achieve excellent outcomes. You will work with individuals who have been referred for support for up to 6 weeks, to maximise their independence in their own homes. Promoting choice and control and using a strength-based approach.

About the Role:
Your duties as Senior Social Worker include providing supervision to the Social Workers and Social Care Coordinators within the team and to undertake joint visits with other members of the team to support with knowledge sharing and skills development. You will also support the Team Manager in some aspects of managing the team as a whole and service development
The role involves you undertaking work using the Conversation Counts model, working on prevention and early support. Using your social work expertise, you will conduct Care Act assessments, safeguarding investigations, and Mental Capacity assessments, as well as facilitate best interest meetings. 
This role involves working with adults with diverse needs, including individuals with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, older adults, and those affected by substance or alcohol misuse. Additionally, you will provide information, advice, and support to carers, helping them navigate available resources and services. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and experience in Adult Social Care, delivering high-quality, person-centred interventions to individuals in their own homes. You will be part of a friendly and supportive team committed to making a meaningful difference in people’s lives. 
We offer a flexible working environment with a mixture of home working and access to an office based in the centre of Reading. 
You will work within the legal framework provided by the statute, guidance, policies and procedures. We offer excellent support, supervision and induction. 
You will need to have:
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<li>A degree or equivalent in Social Work</li>
<li>Registration with Social work England</li>
<li>Understanding of the Care Act 2014</li>
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You will have access to our Learning and Development programme and be supported in your career and personal growth with opportunities to learn and develop new clinical skills, helping you to build your Continuing Professional Development portfolio, extending your skills and supporting you to grow as a social worker. 
We work closely with our colleagues in Reading Borough Council, Health Professionals, Voluntary and Charity colleagues to facilitate the best possible outcomes for those people we support.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do
Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential
Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way
Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed 
Our offer A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
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<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>Maternity, adoption, parental and sick pay</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities&nbsp;</li>
<li>Access to a range of training and learning opportunities to help you develop</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted,</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.&nbsp; The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
<li>Salary sacrifice scheme for Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs) to help you save for your retirement.</li>
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If you would like to find out more about this role please contact Caroline Marsh - Team Manager on 0118 937 3672, <a href="mailto:caroline.marsh@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">caroline.marsh@reading.gov.uk</a>
 Closing date: Applications will be reviewed upon submission Interview date: TBA Please note that 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 return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 
Visit: <a href="https://moretoreading.co.uk/" target="_blank">www.moretoreading.co.uk</a> to find out more about Reading’s Community &amp; Adult Social Care Services. It’s a chance to hear from the people who already work here and why they have chosen Reading as their professional destination.

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A new and exciting opportunity for an individual with specialist moving &amp; handling skills to join our Specialist Moving &amp; Handling Team.Visiting clients within the community and assessing there moving &amp; handling needs, working with colleagues to achieve the best outcome for the client.Training and guiding carers on the best moving &amp; handling practice. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate, at our cost.It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Children and Adults&nbsp;Barred List check. West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.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? As a Moving &amp; Handling Assessor, your responsibilities will include:<ul>
<li>To be able to work with primarily customers with physically disabilities.</li>
<li>Working alongside a team of occupational therapists and reablement support workers.</li>
<li>To complete moving &amp; handling assessments and formulate moving &amp; handling plans and carry a caseload.</li>
<li>You will also receive ongoing training and development as part of this role and deliver training to providers too.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Working 37 hours per week, Mon - Fri.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>About you Requirements:<ul>
<li>A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle with business insurance, is a must (mileage will be paid).</li>
<li>A level or equivalent</li>
<li>ROSPA Level 3, Moving &amp; Handling train the trainer – or equivalent qualification.</li>
<li>A good knowledge of working within health &amp; social care, moving &amp; handling plans and assessments as well as safe guarding and equal opportunities.</li>
</ul>About us Our vision at West Northamptonshire Council 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.Hear more from Anna Earnshaw, our Chief Executive, about working for West Northants Council: <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU</a>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.When potential is unlocked, talent thrives.Choose a career that offers you a true sense of achievement, fills you with pride and challenges you in a positive way, every day.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.Should you require the Job Description in another format or language, please contact: <a href="mailto:Careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a>

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Technical Officer - Braintree District CouncilBraintree District CouncilPermanent, Full Time£35,545 to £38,965 per annum Location: BraintreeClosing Date: 6th July 2025 Essex County Council (ECC) are delighted to be supporting Braintree Council to recruit this Technical Officer role. To Apply please click here: <a href="https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&amp;VACANCY_ID=643935Jhyu" target="_blank"> Technical Officer </a> or visit <a href="https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team" target="_blank">https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team</a>. Please DO NOT click the Apply button on the left. The Opportunity:Braintree District Council has a unique opportunity for a full-time Technical Officer to join our Environment team.As a Technical Officer, you will be responsible for assisting in the provision of a comprehensive grants service and for providing technical assistance in assessing the suitability of applicant's properties for disabled facility grants, in accordance with existing legislation and Council policies, procedures and targets.Job Accountabilities1. Oversee the delivery of Disabled Facility Grants and other Housing Grants, from referral to completion assisting the applicant through every stage of the process as necessary.2. Draft specifications and schedule of works, check tenders, verify details for benefit claims.3. Undertake site inspections and joint visits prior to application, advising the Occupational Therapist on practical options and implications around a solution.4. Liaise with builders, architect, occupational therapist and clients as necessary to ensure works are necessary, appropriate, reasonable and practical.5. Complete final inspection, detailing snagging, holding builders to account, and arranging payments as appropriate.6. Ensure that a record of all action taken is recorded on the Environmental Health IT systems.7. Carry out the work within a team of officers and cover the work of absent colleagues.8. Ensure that the Council and Directorate safety policies are observed.9. Carry out a programme of work as agreed with the Environmental Health Manager.Experience: With the ability to communicate effectively and sympathetically with a range of audiences, especially our vulnerable clients, you will take the lead in overseeing and supporting the delivery of grants, liaising with builders, architects and occupational therapists and assisting the applicant from referral to completion.We are looking for an individual with proven experience of working in the building trade in either a practical, technical or professional capacity, to draft specifications and schedule of works, check quotations and verify details for benefit claims. With a good understanding and working knowledge of the technical aspects of building, you will also preferably possess a relevant construction related qualification such as City and Guilds, NVQ, BTEC, HNC or equivalent.Knowledge of Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996, Housing Act 2004 and Environment Protection Act 1990 would be an advantage.Why choose Braintree District Council? Braintree District Council is an ambitious and forward-thinking authority with a vision of creating a great place for our residents and businesses.As a Council our role is as a guardian of the place and its people; where residents live well in healthy and resilient communities; a well-connected district with high-quality homes delivered with the infrastructure and a place which attracts and provides good employment opportunities.We are becoming one of the fastest growing Districts in the East of England with three growing towns, London just 45 minutes away and the district located directly between the international transport centres of Stansted Airport and Harwich and Felixstowe International Ports. We have a deserved track record for delivering and a strong reputation within the business community.Braintree District Council is a great place to work. We pride ourselves on our creative and innovative approach which is led by our staff. We are committed to having an engaged workforce who understand our strategy and how they can help deliver it. Some of the benefits of working for Braintree District Council are:*Competitive pay and benefits*Flexible working*Local Government Pension Scheme Defined Benefit Scheme*Free Car Parking*Learning and development for all staff*Staff Discounts*Employee Assistance Programme*Staff recognition schemes*Extension health and wellbeing programme including discounted gym membershipTo apply, click here:<a href="https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&amp;VACANCY_ID=643935Jhyu" target="_blank">Technical Officer</a> or visit <a href="https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team" target="_blank">https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team</a>. Please DO NOT click the Apply button on the left. Closing date for receipt of applications: Midnight 6 th July 2025. Please Note-Essex County Council is advertising this role on behalf of Braintree District Council and if successful you will be employed by Braintree District Council.*To apply, click here: <a href="https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&amp;VACANCY_ID=643935Jhyu" target="_blank">Technical Officer</a> or visit <a href="https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team" target="_blank">https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team</a>. Please DO NOT click the Apply button below.

Technical Officer - Braintree District Council

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Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of individuals with physical disabilities?&nbsp;We are seeking an aspiring or experienced dedicated professional to work with both adults and children, providing administrative support to our teams.&nbsp;The primary objective of this role is to deliver confidential administrative assistance to the manager and team, utilizing relevant systems, protocols, and resources. This involves promptly addressing telephone and email inquiries and upholding high standards of customer service while adhering to the policies and values of West Northamptonshire Council. Additionally, the role entails meeting reporting deadlines.This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate, at our cost.It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Children and Adults&nbsp;Barred List check. West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.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? Your core responsibility involves maintaining and enhancing both electronic and paper-based record systems to ensure robust support for the business operations. &nbsp;Also, you will oversee the coordination of resource stocks and office supplies, aiming to optimise service operations while minimising wastage through the adept use of electronic ordering and payment platforms.You will serve as the frontline for reception duties, handling telephone and email inquiries in alignment with the Company's customer service standards. Play a pivotal role in building strong rapport with internal and external stakeholders, including managers, colleagues, customers, and carers. Your communication style should consistently reflect clarity and politeness.Furthermore, your role extends to providing comprehensive administrative support to managers and colleagues within your team, encompassing tasks such as responding to inquiries, managing diaries, and executing assigned duties diligently. Active engagement in staff meetings, team activities, supervision sessions, appraisals, and training programs are expected!Based at Olympus House, NN3.&nbsp;Working Mon-Fri, 37 hours per week. &nbsp; About you You're the type who thrives on keeping things organised and running smoothly. You're comfortable juggling different tasks and can handle them with ease. Your friendly demeanour makes you a natural at reception duties and interacting with people both in person and over the phone.Building strong relationships comes naturally to you, whether it's with colleagues, managers, or customers. You're tech-savvy enough to navigate software tools like MS Word and Excel efficiently. Plus, you're proactive about staying on top of deadlines and ensuring that everything gets done on time. You're a team player who's always ready to pitch in and help out wherever needed! And above all, you're committed to providing excellent service.This demands a proficient and timely utilisation of MS Word, MS Excel, and other relevant software tools.About us Our vision at West Northamptonshire Council 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.Hear more from Anna Earnshaw, our Chief Executive, about working for West Northants Council: <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU</a>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.When potential is unlocked, talent thrives.Choose a career that offers you a true sense of achievement, fills you with pride and challenges you in a positive way, every day.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.Should you require the Job Description in another format or language, please contact: <a href="mailto:Careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a>

Business Support Assistant - 1 year contract

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About the role:
Are you passionate about making a difference in people’s lives through housing? Horsham District Council is looking for a dedicated Housing Officer (Landlord Services) to join our dynamic Housing Services team.
As a Housing Officer (Landlord Services), you will manage a diverse portfolio of properties and tenants, working with private landlords and our council housing company. You will play a crucial role as the vital link between our customers and landlords, helping to ensure safe, affordable, and well-managed housing within our district.
You will be responsible for:
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<li>Managing tenancies and ensuring both tenant and landlord obligations are met, as outlined in the tenancy agreements.</li>
<li>Supporting a diverse clientele by utilising outreach services to encourage tenancy sustainment.</li>
<li>Facilitating timely rent collection from tenants and working with outreach services in times of financial hardship.</li>
<li>Procuring new private sector landlords to participate in either the Council’s Private Rented Sector or Private Sector Leasing Schemes.</li>
<li>Working closely with the wider Housing Services team, which handles homelessness, the housing register, and the delivery of new affordable homes.</li>
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About you:
To succeed as Housing Officer (Landlord Services), you will be a solution-focused, people person, with the ability to build rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences. You will have:
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<li>Proven experience working within private lettings or a housing association environment.</li>
<li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills</li>
<li>Competence in IT and excellent attention to detail</li>
<li>The ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.</li>
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As this position is an essential car user role, you will be required to travel around the District and therefore a full and current UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential.
At Horsham District Council, you will be part of a supportive team that is committed to delivering high-quality housing services. We offer a rewarding work environment where your efforts directly contribute to the wellbeing and stability of our community and make a real difference in the Horsham District.
For an informal discussion about this role please call Margaret Cartmell, Housing Services Manager on 01403 215110.
About us:
We have a friendly and supportive working environment and being a smaller Council, you can really get to know everybody.
We encourage and support our employees to have a healthy work life balance by offering 28 days’ (207.2 hours) annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata), and flexible/hybrid working options where applicable.
We offer a generous benefits package including an online platform offering discounts from online retailers and access to a car lease scheme. Staff are also eligible to join the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hants.gov.uk/hampshire-services/pensions/local-government/about-the-scheme/scheme-benefits" target="_blank">Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</a>, where the Council contributes circa 20% of pensionable salary.
To support employees’ professional development the Council provides reimbursement for professional subscriptions and a number of training opportunities, including extensive in-house learning resources, short courses, Apprenticeships, and qualifications such as Institute of Leadership &amp; Management (ILM), Master of Business Administration (MBA).
Visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers" target="_blank">Jobs and careers page</a>&nbsp;to find out more about&nbsp;<a href="https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/working-for-horsham-district-council" target="_blank">Working for Horsham District Council</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-employment-commitments" target="_blank">Our employment commitments</a>.
To apply:
If you would like to apply for the role, we highly recommend you show clearly within the ‘Experience Section’ of the application form how you meet the essential criteria detailed within the Role Profile when applying. If you do not make this clear, it is unlikely you will be shortlisted for interview.
Internal applicants, if you would like to apply for the role, please submit an expression of interest to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:HR@horsham.gov.uk" target="_blank">HR@horsham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;explaining clearly how you meet the criteria and what you feel you can bring to the role.

Housing Officer (Landlord Services)

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Please apply online via the link provided.



<h1>Volunteer - Delivery Driver</h1>
2 positions available - Tuesday 7 hours (1 full day) and Wednesday 9-11am
£Volunteer - Reasonable travel expenses paid
Camberwell, London
Closing date 10 July 25 at 11.00pm
Ref VPD-251
Are you a physically fit, proactive and organised individual with experience of working in a van delivery role, preferably in food distribution and use of chilled vehicles?&nbsp; Looking to make a difference in a vital voluntary role?
If so, St Giles is looking for a&nbsp;Voluntary Pantry Delivery Driver&nbsp;to be responsible for the food delivery to our Camberwell Pantry. The Pantry is a Social Supermarket which will support clients to access affordable and healthy food each week (for a maximum of six months) and offers both a responsive solution and a sustainable route out of poverty, ensuring people can access healthy food whilst getting the support they need.
About St Giles Trust&nbsp;
An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need. &nbsp;Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others. &nbsp;
About this important role
Our&nbsp;Voluntary Pantry Delivery Driver&nbsp;will safely drive between food collection points and St Giles Pantry sites across London, loading the vehicle with food in line with food safety and manual handling regulations.&nbsp; You will ensure your vehicle is checked for safety and cleanliness before each shift, report any incidents with management and calmly react to changing scenarios, such as traffic, while always being polite and courteous to other volunteers who may be accompanying deliveries.&nbsp;&nbsp;
On the road, and at the Pantries, you will be representing St Giles and so you will drive safely, responsibly and within the law and be courteous to all road users, staff, volunteers and members. &nbsp;At all times you will ensure that you are following St Giles’ health and safety policy and food safety standards protocols to consistently ensure safe collection and delivery of food is maintained.
What we are looking for
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<li>A full and valid driving licence (due to insurance requirements, this role is only open to applicants of 25 years of age or older)</li>
<li>You must be physically fit to be able to manually load heavy items into a van</li>
<li>Experience of working in a similar van delivery role, preferably in food distribution and use of chilled vehicles</li>
<li>Food safety and hygiene qualification or willingness to work towards one</li>
<li>Problem-solving skills and the ability to make effective decisions ‘on the spot’</li>
<li>Good interpersonal and communication skills</li>
<li>An awareness of safety issues especially when driving, loading and unloading vehicles.</li>
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As an organisation that works with children and adults at risk we are committed to safeguarding, protecting and promoting the safety of our clients and successful applicants will require a Basic DBS check.
We actively encourage people with personal experience of the criminal justice system or lived experience of the issues facing this client group to apply for this role.
We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation.
St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.
To apply, please visit our website via the ‘Apply’ button. We encourage you to apply early as we will be shortlisting as applications come in.
Closing date 10 July 25 at 11pm.

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