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Park Ranger x2

Dartford Borough Council

£22,670 PA pro-rated increasing to £24,659 PA pro-rated following 12 months satisfactory performance (plus a 10% unsociable hours allowance when applicable)

Are you up for a challenge? We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated individual to work as part of the Dartford Borough Council Park Ranger Team within the highly respected, busy multi-functional Council Waste, Public Re...

Posted: about 1 month ago

4 days left

Social Care Officer

Medway Council

Range 3 - £22,355 - £27,874 per annum

We are currently recruiting for a Social Care Officer who assess the care and support needs of adults, including those with mental health needs, people with physical and learning disabilities, and their carer’s needs within t...

Posted: 26 days ago

6 days left

English and Maths Tutors

Medway Council

LA 1-3 (£19,654 - £21,862 per annum, pro rata)

Medway Adult Education is passionate about supporting adults in Medway to gain skills and qualifications to improve their life chances. The Service offers highly successful part time courses for adults and apprentices at its ...

Posted: 21 days ago

11 days left

Poll Clerk

Gravesham Council

£189.75 per day inclusive of training fee

The role of a poll clerk is to ensure voters can cast their vote in secret and free from influence. As a Poll Clerk you will assist the Presiding Officer with the running of the polling station. You will help set up the poll...

Posted: 21 days ago

3 months left

Mid Kent Waste Contract Officer

Maidstone Borough Council

£29,017-£31,477

About the Role The Mid Kent Waste Partnership, comprising of Maidstone, Ashford and Swale Borough Councils, is launching its new joint waste contract in March 2024.  This is an exciting new contract which will offer improvem...

Posted: 20 days ago

25 days left

Specialist Domestic Abuse Housing Officer

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

£25,920 - £31,395

We are recruiting for a specialist domestic abuse worker, to work in the Housing Services across Tonbridge & Malling and Tunbridge Wells, who is passionate and determined to help support adults and children impacted by do...

Posted: 19 days ago

6 days left

Senior Lawyers, Lawyers, and Paralegals – Medway Legal Services

Medway Council

Senior Lawyer: Range 8 - £50,937 - £55,454 / Lawyer: Range 7 - £45,920 - £50,437 / Paralegal (Career Grade): Range 5 - £34,223 - £39,632

The council understands that a motivated workforce is the most important factor for it to be successful and achieve its aims. It’s vital that employees feel rewarded for their contribution.The council recognised that it neede...

Posted: 14 days ago

13 days left

Support Worker

Medway Council

Range 3 - £22,355 - £27,874 per annum / pro rata

We are seeking enthusiastic and caring individuals to join our well-established supported living service based at Rainham.  Assisting adults with learning disabilities to develop independence and learn essential life skills s...

Posted: 14 days ago

6 days left

Behaviour and Learning Support Assistant SEN

The Rowans Alternative Provision Academy

Salary Scale C1(£21,968 - £27,582) pro rata, Plus Special needs allowance of £1,401

To start ASAP – Come and join our inspirational team and make a difference to the lives of young people) This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an inspirational team recently rated outstanding in all areas by Ofsted (...

Posted: 14 days ago

3 days left

Admin Assistant (Housing Systems)

Dartford Borough Council

£22,080 Pro-Rated

Dartford Housing Service values its staff and in return offers them the opportunity to ‘make a difference’ and go home at the end of the day with a very real feeling of accomplishment.   A minimum of 1 year previous office ...

Posted: 3 months ago

27 days left

Streetworks Inspector

Regeneration, Culture and Environment (FLS)

Range 4 (£28,374 - £33,723) per annum

Medway Council Highways Team look after the entire highway network, including the coordination of works that take place on it.Our Streetworks Team is looking for an experienced NRSWA Inspector, to join a small team in dischar...

Posted: 13 days ago

4 days left

Strategic Assets Manager

Swale Borough Council

£53,355 - £60,015

About the Role After a restructure of the Regeneration, Economic Development and Property Team, Swale Borough Council is seeking to recruit to the new role of Strategic Asset Manager.  This is an opportunity to get involved...

Posted: 13 days ago

6 days left

Access to Resources (ART) - Specialist Commissioning & Placement Officer

Medway Council

Range 6 - £40,132 - £45,420 per annum

We are looking for an experienced, positive and motivated person for this exciting new post which is a crucial part of our local Sufficiency Strategy. The post will sit within the Childrens Services Commissioning and Placemen...

Posted: 13 days ago

6 days left

Nursery Teaching Assistant

New Road Primary School & Nursery Unit

D2 Range: £19,264 - £22,129 pro rata

Please note this is a fixed term contract to cover maternity leave for 38 weeks , plus up to 5 inset days as and when required.New Road Primary School is a Good school with Outstanding Early Years (Ofsted 2017).  We are a for...

Posted: 13 days ago

4 days left

Revenue and Benefits Apprentice

Medway Council

Level 3 - £200 per week

An exciting opportunity has arisen to learn and develop the skills to effectively support the work of the Council Tax and Business Rates Team.A Medway Council Apprenticeship will give you the opportunity to earn a salary and ...

Posted: 11 days ago

4 days left

Family Time Coordinator

Medway Council

Range 3 (£22,355 - £27,874)

Medway council's fostering service are looking for an enthusiastic family time coordinator to join their team.                                                                                                                   ...

Posted: 22 days ago

6 days left

Team Manager - 16+ Care Leavers Service

Medway Council

Up to £57,437 (inclusive of market allowance) + retention allowance

We are seeking an experienced Team Manager to join our 16+ Care Leavers Service and help us achieve our vision for all our children, young people and families in Medway.  You will report to the Service Manager and be respons...

Posted: 8 days ago

16 days left

Secondment Opportunity: Chief Officer - East Kent Leadership Group

Folkestone & Hythe District Council

TBC as part of Secondment Agreement

12-18 month Secondment Opportunity (subject to agreement with current employer / service area). Full or part-time secondment option available. We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic individual to work with the six Lo...

Posted: 18 days ago

6 days left

Insurance and Risk Officer

Folkestone & Hythe District Council

£33,905 - £38,537 (Grade F)

Folkestone & Hythe is a dynamic and innovative place to live, work and visit. Recognised by Best Companies as an outstanding organisation to work for, we offer an excellent benefits package that includes corporate members...

Posted: 15 days ago

6 days left

Pastoral Lead

Lordswood School

C1 Point 6 – 19 pro rata

A rare opportunity has arisen to join Lordswood School.We are looking for:➢ An experienced Pastoral Lead with previous experience across a Primary School setting.➢ An approachable and nurturing individual who is keen to work ...

Posted: 15 days ago

about 12 hours left

Cleaner

Dartford Borough Council

£10.90 per Hour

Working as part of a small team you will be responsible for all cleaning of the Civic Centre. You will have the full support of a supervisor throughout your shift.   Duties include:   •           General  office cleaning,...

Posted: 3 months ago

6 days left

Cleaner

Balfour Infant School

Salary E2 £20,441.00 Pro rata (Hourly rate £10.59 before deductions)

Balfour Infant School is a three form entry school where pupil safeguarding, wellbeing and the fulfilment of potential are high priorities for all.  We are looking for 3 Cleaners to join our hardworking, dedicated team who a...

Posted: 20 days ago

3 days left

Lead SEND Complaints and Tribunals Officer

Medway Council

Range 5 (£34,223 - £39,632) per annum

Medway’s Education and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Division is committed to support all children and young people to learn and grow and to achieve their potential in education. The Education and SEND Div...

Posted: 14 days ago

3 days left

Head of Inclusion

Medway Council

Service Manager (£55,455 - £66,431 per annum) plus a special allowance of £5,054 per annum

Previous applicants need not apply.Medway’s Education and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Division is committed to support all children and young people to learn and grow and to achieve their potential in ed...

Posted: 19 days ago

2 days left

Casual F & B Assistant

Gravesham Council

£10.42 per hour

Our Organisation- Centrally located in the Thames Gateway, Gravesham Borough Council provides a range of services to over 106,000 people and 4,000 businesses. The Borough of Gravesham, situated in the north west corner of ...

Posted: 12 days ago

29 days left

Case Officer (Corporate Services)

Folkestone & Hythe District Council

£22,344 - £24,399 (Grade C) Pro rata per annum as this role is part time

We are currently seeking a self-motivated and proactive individual excited by the challenge of a role within our Case Management (Corporate Services) team.  Working in a multi-skilled team focused on delivering core services...

Posted: 12 days ago

3 days left

Validation Assistant

Sevenoaks District Council

£26,072

Are you looking for a new challenge? Our provides support to the wider Planning department by registering and assessing applications. You’ll ensure that the processing of all applications for Planning runs smoothly, and yo...

Posted: 12 days ago

3 days left

Housing Solutions Officer

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

£25,920 - £31,395

Housing Solutions Officer – maternity cover This is an exciting time to be joining the Housing Service at TMBC. We have a renewed focus on managing our housing challenges particularly around prevention and temporary accommod...

Posted: 12 days ago

6 days left

Rehousing Finance Officer

Medway Council

Range 3 - £22,355 - £27,874 per annum

We have an exciting opportunity to recruit to a Finance Officer to work in Medway Council’s Rehousing Team with a focus on the recovery of former tenant arrears owed for temporary accommodation and finance management for the ...

Posted: 12 days ago

6 days left

Planning Enforcement Officer (Career Grade)

Sevenoaks District Council

£26,072 – £40, 156 (depending upon experience) plus a Car Allowance of up to £1,239.

Our Planning Enforcement team investigates all reports of alleged breaches of planning control which is a critical role within the Planning team and the wider Council. As part of our wider planning department, you’ll have th...

Posted: 14 days ago

8 days left

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