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Alternatively, please email the recruitment team on cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk. </p>\n<p>Suzanne Mehmet, Service Manager (Assessment) - 01634 334470</p>\n<p>Oliver Bruce, Service Manager (Children's Social Work Teams) - 01634 337312</p>\n<p><strong>To apply please click on the ‘Apply Online’ button at the bottom of this advert.  </strong></p>\n<p>Applications will be reviewed weekly and shortlisted candidates invited to interview via Microsoft Teams.</p>\n<p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</p>\n<p><strong>This position is subject to an Enhanced Children’s DBS Check.</strong></p>\n<p>For more information on our roles within Children’s Services please visit <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/childrenservicesjobs\"><strong>https://www.medway.gov.uk/childrenservicesjobs</strong></a></p>\n<p>To find out more about Medway the place please click <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200264/medway_the_place\">here</a>.</p>\n<p>Please consider the application guidance when submitting your application.</p>\n<p><strong>Please note that all recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in hard copy format, please contact the Children's Services Recruitment Team on 01634 332211 or email </strong><a href=\"mailto:cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk\"><strong>cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk</strong></a><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.</p>\n<p>Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">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.</p>\n<p><strong>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</strong></p>\n<p>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. 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Including creative arts workshops, drop-in sports, book reading, soft-play, seasonal and themed activities. As well as larger scale events like our Child-Friendly Medway City Halls and brand (stall activations) and team engagement for partner led events.<br><br>Be responsible for event planning, development, and delivery (end to end), and leading the staff and delivery on the day for a number of Child-Friendly Medway events and activities from our Seeing is Believing programme, including our Child-Friendly Medway City Halls, film events, holiday and themed events.<br><br>Duties include coming up with event and activity ideas, scheduling programming, contracting of partners, performers, venues and suppliers. Writing contracts, event plans, speaking notes, supporting the creation of marketing materials and promotion. Supporting finance invoicing and payments, and procurement where necessary. Creating site and floor plans, and staffing plans and responsibilities, including packing, set up and tear down. Writing and delivering event briefings. 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All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change. <br><br><strong>Our organisation:<br><br></strong>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.<br><br>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.<br><br>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> 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.<br><br>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.<br><br><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please contact Amy St Louis on </em><a href=\"mailto:amy.stlouis@medway.gov.uk\">amy.stlouis@medway.gov.uk</a><br><br><strong>Important Information- <br><br></strong><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<br><br>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</strong><br><br>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. 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You will have strategic management responsibility for the Service and overall operational management responsibility for the Youth Justice Team, with a specific focus on achieving positive change and keeping children and communities safe, leading on prevention, diversion, and management of our work to prevent offending and re-offending by children. You will work alongside colleagues and multi-agency partners to develop and continuously improve the delivery of a high-quality effective service that delivers good outcomes for children, young people, their families, victims and the community.</p>\n<p><strong>About You</strong></p>\n<p>As a qualified and registered Social Worker or Justice professional, you will have substantial management experience and a proven track record of successfully improving services and managing team budgets at a strategic level. You will also be able to demonstrate a breadth of knowledge and experience of working with children in a statutory setting and ideally have experience of working with ‘<a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200486/childrens_social_workers_blog/1401/signs_of_safety\">Signs of Safety’</a> or a similar strength and relationships based practice framework.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£52,959 - £57,251 per annum","publishDate":"2024-11-20T12:20:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-03T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/9f37373f-45c1-41b1-a2c6-baba1388a524.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"82ad10ab-fa6a-4c28-9259-3325f98a193a","title":"Best Interest Assessor – Senior Social Worker","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid – Works part in the office (Gun Wharf) and part from home","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We are currently recruiting a full time Best Interest Assessor/Senior Social Worker to join our Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Team based within Adult Social Care. Working in collaboration with the Team Manager and other senior colleagues, the successful candidate will be required to manage the day-to-day delivery of the DoLS Service to Medway residents who are currently in hospital, nursing, or residential care.<br><br>You will be required to practice as a Best Interests Assessor to support Medway Council as a Supervisory Body to fulfil its statutory duties in relation to the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards, as prescribed by the Mental Capacity Act 2005 & Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards 2007 Codes of Practice, and in line with relevant guidance. You will also need to maintain an awareness of changes in theories, legislation, and Medway Council policies, local and agency practices, in order to disseminate knowledge and contribute to the delivery of a high standard DoLS service.<br><br>The successful candidate will need to develop and maintain a high level of skill, expertise and up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, policy and good practice in order to provide support and advice to others in relation to statutory interventions. They will need to work alongside Medway DOLS team colleagues and support other ASC staff with complex cases, providing both co-working and support and advice.<br><br>You will be required to undertake the triaging and authorisation of DoLS assessments, applying due professional care and consideration to ensure these are in line with statutory guidance and other relevant protocols. You will also be required to initiate and develop effective partnerships and joint working arrangements with other professionals and agencies, in order to ensure the comprehensive assessment of need, and the planning and delivery of appropriate services.<br><br>The successful candidate will need to support the development of knowledge and skills across Medway Adult Social Care in relation to Mental Capacity work and support the development of internal procedures and policies in order to enhance professional knowledge and development to impact upon the overall quality of practice.<br><br>You will be required to work autonomously within the role, demonstrating expert and effective practice in complex situations managing higher levels of risk.<br><br><strong>In return we offer you: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency.  Our declaration fits into our <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan\">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change.<br><br><strong>Our organisation: <br><br></strong>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.<br><br>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.<br><br>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> 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.<br><br>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.<br><br><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please e-mail Susan Fuller on </em><a href=\"mailto:susan.fuller@medway.gov.uk\">susan.fuller@medway.gov.uk</a><em> or Laura Sowkhee on </em><em><a href=\"mailto:laura.sowkhee@medway.gov.uk\">laura.sowkhee@medway.gov.uk</a><br><br></em><strong>Important Information- <br><br></strong><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<br><br>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</strong><br><br>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 gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction.<br><br><strong>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. <br><br></strong>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.  All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.<br><br>Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">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.<br><br><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range SW3 - £43,647 - £47,691 per annum / pro rata","publishDate":"2024-11-19T10:38:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-09T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/319ea4fa-b8e7-4603-9fd3-0cc34beb5192.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"8a6d57c3-e741-450d-b022-64d603f4a60e","title":"Approved Mental Health Professional","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid – Works part in the office (Gun Wharf) and part from home","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We are currently recruiting 1 full time and 1 part time working 22.2 hours per week Approved Mental Health Professionals to contribute to the delivery of our highly effective AMHP Team, based within Social Care. The service is delivered using a strength based, personalised approach to assessments, ensuring the individual remains at the centre of all interventions.</p>\n<p>You will be required to act as an Approved Mental Health Professional providing a statutory Mental Health Act Assessment service encompassing all client groups and including the provision of advice, in order to meet the immediate needs of the individuals involved and to achieve the best outcome. You will also need to provide precise information to service users and others about their rights in relation to MHA interventions and facilitate access to appropriate advocacy and advice networks including the IMHA and IMCA services.</p>\n<p>The successful candidate will be responsible for triaging referrals, the allocation of assessments, and chairing the daily allocations meeting on a regular basis.</p>\n<p>This role will also involve undertaking the role of Social Supervisor for conditionally discharged patients to fulfil our statutory responsibility for clients who are subject to Part 3 of the Mental Health Act 1983 (as amended 2007).</p>\n<p>The successful applicant will also be responsible for the supervision and appraisal process of newly qualified AMHP’s in line with the statutory requirements. As well as the supervision and support of staff undertaking the AMHP training.</p>\n<p>You will need to maintain an awareness of changes in mental health theories, legislation, and Medway Council policies, local and agency practices, in order to disseminate knowledge and contribute to the delivery of a high standard AMHP service. In addition to undertaking AMHP assessments the successful candidate will need to develop a high level of skill and expertise in order to provide support and advice to others in relation to statutory interventions.</p>\n<p>The successful candidate must be able to contribute to and review the development of ongoing initiatives for service development to achieve a more effective use of resources within the AMHP service and wider Mental Health Services.</p>\n<p>You will be required to work autonomously within the role, demonstrating expert and effective practice in complex situations managing higher levels of risk.</p>\n<p>Please state on your application if you are applying for the full time 37 hour per week position or the part time 22.2 hour per week position.</p>\n<p><strong>In return we offer you: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency.  Our declaration fits into our <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan\">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change. </p>\n<p><strong>Our organisation: </strong></p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> 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.</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please e-mail Susan Fuller on susan.fuller@medway.gov.uk or Laura Sowkhee on laura.sowkhee@medway.gov.uk</em></p>\n<p><strong>Important Information- </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile.</strong></p>\n<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>\n<p>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 gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction.</p>\n<p><strong>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. </strong></p>\n<p>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.  All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.</p>\n<p>Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">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.</p>\n<p><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range SW3 - £43,647 - £47,691 per annum / pro rata","publishDate":"2024-11-18T09:10:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-09T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/312defeb-6616-4c33-b651-2e0793e44356.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9f77d50b-4d0b-42c3-89f6-917db9858542","title":"Counter Fraud Officer","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid – Works from home or in the office (Gun Wharf & Gravesham)","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Medway operates a successful Internal Audit & Counter Fraud Shared Service with Gravesham Borough Council. We are recruiting a Counter Fraud Officer and are looking for a highly motivated individual with excellent communication skills and the ability to undertake investigations to criminal standards.</p>\n<p>The post holder will be expected carry out criminal and civil investigations, in accordance with key legislation, into suspected fraud in a variety of different areas at both a Unitary and District authority; as well as conducting disciplinary investigations as required. This will involve visiting people in their homes and as such applicants must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle with insurance covering business use.</p>\n<p>The service operates a hybrid working pattern, with a minimum of 40% office-based work and the remainder remote (home) working. The successful applicant will be expected to work across council sites within both Medway and Gravesend as required.</p>\n<p>Applicants will be assessed against the criteria outlined in person specification section of the job description and, as a minimum, must meet the requirements for level A in respect of qualifications, knowledge, experience and skills.</p>\n<p>Interviews will take place on Wednesday 18 December 2024 at Gravesham Borough Council Civic Centre.</p>\n<p><strong>In return we offer you: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency.  Our declaration fits into our <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan\">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change. </p>\n<p><strong>Our organisation: </strong></p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> 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.</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager please call Nikki Ashby on 01634 332325</em></p>\n<p><em>Interviews will be head on Wednesday 18 December at Gravesham Borough Council, Civic Centre. </em></p>\n<p><strong>Important Information- </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</strong></p>\n<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>\n<p>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 gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction.</p>\n<p><strong>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. </strong></p>\n<p>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.  All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.</p>\n<p>Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">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.</p>\n<p><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range 5 (£35,935 - £41,614 per annum)","publishDate":"2024-11-15T14:44:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-11T23:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/251ab449-4dc1-460a-9951-645e4309cc12.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"e500adb5-e767-4aac-b100-5940ad982485","title":"Client Financial Affairs Officer","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Works part from home and part from Gun Wharf, Chatham","locationType":2,"description":"<p> </p>\n<p>To arrange for the designated council officer to hold appointments for welfare benefits for service users unable to manage their own finances. The post holder will be responsible for making claims to the benefits agency to ensure full entitlement to benefits is received by the service user, and to liaise with financial institutions to open special bank accounts for all income and expenditure transactions made in the service users name, and pay debts and living expenses on a regular basis.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>To maintain and reconcile service users bank accounts reconciling on a regular basis in line with audit requirements and where appropriate make application for a deputyship order to the Office of the Public Guardian. To support the Corporate Deputy in the management of Court of Protection cases. Liaise with care professionals across the authority, working within the boundaries set by the Mental Capacity Act (2005)</p>\n<p><strong>Experience</strong></p>\n<p><em>Essential</em></p>\n<ul>\n<li>A working knowledge of word and excel</li>\n<li>Working knowledge of the welfare benefits system</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Knowledge and understanding of Adult Social Care</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act (2005)</li>\n<li>Demonstrable ability to reconcile financial transactions</li>\n<li>Knowledge of Deputyship function</li>\n<li>Ability to complete a range of complex tasks such as report writing, presentations, detailed assessments and calculations presentations</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>In return we offer you: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency.  Our declaration fits into our <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan\">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change. </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Our organisation: </strong></p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> 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.</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p><em> </em></p>\n<p><em><strong>Interviews are likely to be held virtually via Microsoft Teams.  Full details on how this will work will be sent to you, if your application is successfully shortlisted.</strong></em></p>\n<p><strong>Important Information- </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</strong></p>\n<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>\n<p>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 gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction.</p>\n<p><strong>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. </strong></p>\n<p>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.  All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.</p>\n<p>Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">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.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range 3 £24,525 - £29,268","publishDate":"2024-11-15T12:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-29T12:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/5334dff4-0fbf-4379-a11e-37ee8aad1d7e.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"da4627b7-4fdb-497e-bf51-0d536eb52335","title":"Personal Assistant to Chief Executive","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid – Works part in the office (Gun Wharf) and part from home","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>This opportunity is currently being offered on a fixed term contract basis of 11 months; however, if budgets allow the contract length may be extended, though this is not guaranteed.  If an internal council employee wishes to apply for this role, a secondment opportunity may be considered (please state this on your application).<br><br></strong>We’re looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual to join our fast-paced team providing support to the Chief Executive.  This role will give you a unique insight into how Medway Council operates, and the opportunity to gain the knowledge and skills required to support the work of the Chief Executive.<br><br>You will provide high-level support to the Chief Executive, providing key administration and diary management.  You will act as the first point of contact for the Chief Executive’s office, coordinating all communications and ensuring the Chief Executive is briefed on urgent issues at the earliest opportunity. <br><br>The position will operate to a hybrid work style. Office attendance will be determined by the Chief Executive, to allow collaboration. <br><br>We are looking for a proactive and resilient individual who excels in ICT skills, can be flexible when working to competing deadlines, can work collaboratively with colleagues both internal and external to the organisation, has the ability to communicate effectively to a range of audiences and understands how to manage various levels of sensitive information.<br><br>Medway is a great place to live, work, learn and visit, and the Chief Executive is keen to share our story. You will play a key role in supporting him to do that. <br><br>Interviews are due to take place on 9 January 2025<br><br><strong>In return we offer you: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency.  Our declaration fits into our <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan\">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change. <br><br><strong>Our organisation: </strong></p>\n<p>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.<br><br>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.<br><br>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> 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.<br><br>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.<br><br><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please call Natalie Paterson on 01634 332306</em></p>\n<p><strong>Important Information- <br><br></strong><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile.<br><br>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</strong><br><br>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 gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction.</p>\n<p><strong>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. <br><br></strong>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.  All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.<br><br>Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">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.<br><br><strong><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range 4 - £29,793 - £35,410 per annum / pro rata","publishDate":"2024-11-14T09:24:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-11T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/b025f8e4-b8bc-4ed5-b008-6d8f5de65ccc.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f00b0bc0-b004-4721-a288-d7642e838038","title":"Placement Officer","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Gun Wharf & Medway Areas","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are looking for an experienced, positive and motivated person for this exciting new post which is a crucial part of delivering our local Sufficiency Strategy. The post will sit within the Children’s Services Commissioning and Placements Team and will be a key conduit in working with operational Children’s Social Care Teams. You must be able to work and think creatively but have a strong organisational focus. The ability to build positive relationships with both internal and external colleagues is key to making this role a success.<br><br>The successful candidate would ideally be someone with experience of working in Children’s Services or the Provider market and has excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills. We welcome applications from social work professionals. The role is to help find a “place called home” for all of Medway’s Children in Care and to help further develop quality of referrals and provisions for our young people.<br><br>The postholder would be joining a successful service who has a strong and positive culture and are supportive of each other. A recent staff survey demonstrated that the team felt happy and supported in their work and was a good place to work. We are looking to expand our exceptional team with a new solution focussed senior role.<br><br><strong>In return we offer you:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency.  Our declaration fits into our <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan\">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change.<br><br><strong>Our organisation:<br><br></strong>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.<br><br>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.<br><br>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> 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.<br><br>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.<br><br>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please e-mail John Taylor on <a href=\"mailto:john.taylor@medway.gov.uk\">john.taylor@medway.gov.uk</a>.<br><br><strong>Important Information-<br><br>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile.<br><br>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</strong><br><br>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 gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction.<br><br><strong>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.<br><br></strong>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.  All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.<br><br>Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">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.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£24,525 - £29,268 per annum","publishDate":"2024-11-13T16:57:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-01T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/113b9505-fbad-41f2-b4c9-cf027d27eab7.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"63159c03-0624-4b4d-9923-ef2318cdb789","title":"Senior Practitioner","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Chatham, Kent","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Are you a dedicated and experienced social worker passionate about championing practice? We are now looking for passionate Senior Practitioners who can commit to <strong>making a difference</strong> to our children in Medway.</p>\n<p>As a Senior Practitioner you will hold a caseload of complex cases whilst supporting the Team Manager, alongside the Assistant Team Manager, in delivering high quality standards of social work to the children open for assessment, intervention, and support. You will support the leadership of the team and service through the provision of mentoring, coaching, support and practice expertise to other less experienced team members, supporting them in their professional development and progression. If you are passionate about an area of practice, we will support you to continue to develop in this area, become a champion and share your expertise with colleagues across Medway Children’s Services.</p>\n<p><strong>Children matter in Medway</strong>, and so do you. It’s an exciting time to join us as we offer competitive pay and conditions and hybrid working. We are committed to helping you to grow and develop throughout your career and reach your full potential. Our practice development offer, whether you are a manager or practitioner, ensures you will be guided, supported and cared for.</p>\n<p>Whether you are an experienced social worker looking for the next step in your career or an existing senior practitioner we’d like to hear from you. You will be joining an experienced and dedicated social work team who have relationship and strengths-based work with children and families at the core of their practice.</p>\n<p>We have posts across our social work service, in social work, assessment and children in care.</p>\n<p>Candidates will be offered a competitive basic salary between £44,647 and £48,695 per annum, dependant on your experience, and the potential to earn up to £57,695 per year when market premiums and retention are applied.</p>\n<p>Join us and <strong>#Make a Difference</strong>…</p>\n<p><strong>Our Offer</strong></p>\n<p>We are proud to offer a range of benefits including –</p>\n<ul>\n<li>A market allowance of  £6,000 per annum (payable in 12 equal instalments)</li>\n<li>A retention payment of £3,000 per annum (payable in April, following 1 years service in Medway)</li>\n<li>A generous annual leave entitlement up to 30 days plus bank holidays</li>\n<li>An excellent local government pension scheme</li>\n<li>An essential car user allowance with option to apply for a lease car after six months.</li>\n<li>Free car parking</li>\n<li>Hybrid working - enabling you to work from home/office (minimum of 2 days per week will be required in the office). Assessment Teams are office based for duty weeks.</li>\n<li>Relocation package of up to £8,000</li>\n<li>A range of staff benefits and discounts including access to fantastic discounts and savings on shops and services, travel discounts, health and wellbeing support, and an employee assistance service.</li>\n<li>Access to <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200255/childrens_social_worker_jobs/759/professional_development\">professional development and support</a> including Community Care Inform.</li>\n<li>Hybrid working style</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>About You</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>You will hold a recognised Social Work qualification eg. Degree in Social Work, PGC in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW or equivalent and be registered with Social Work England.</li>\n<li>You will have successfully completed your ASYE </li>\n<li>You will have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>For further information on the qualifications, skills and experience required, please refer to the Job Profile and Person Specification.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>This position is subject to an Enhanced Children’s DBS Check.</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Up to £54,695 (inclusive of market allowance) + annual retention payment","publishDate":"2024-11-12T11:15:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-26T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/ba31eaa7-e166-4c40-a6e5-fa257f8b173d.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0d7776ce-9b15-448f-ac07-37a28bd5b661","title":"Youth Offending Officer","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Works part from home and part from Gun Wharf, Chatham","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Medway council are looking for a Youth Offending Team officer. </strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>The main purpose of the Youth Offending Team is to prevent children from entering the Criminal Justice System , and to prevent those involved in the Criminal Justice System from re-offending. Medway Youth Offending team is an exciting and innovative team that has sought to develop a child first approach to Youth Justice practice that treats children involved in the Youth Justice system primarily as being children first, understanding their individual experiences, and working with them to live positive and fulfilling lives.         </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The youth offending officer will undertake often complex assessments of the risk of offending, risk of harm and safeguarding concerns of children involved in the Criminal Justice System. They supervise a caseload of children referred by the Youth Court and by the police as out of court disposals. They will prepare reports and assessments for both the Youth Court and the Police. They will be required to assess the risks, safeguarding issues and diversity needs of children and design and deliver interventions responsive to these needs.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The youth offending officer will hold a caseload of children who have been assessed as being at risk of re-offending / or causing harm to the community, and of being themselves vulnerable and at risk. They will deliver individual and sometimes group-interventions to these children. They will deliver interventions in accordance with the National Standards for the Youth Justice System and locally agreed practice requirements.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>It is an exciting time to join Medway Youth Offending Team. The team is recognised to be at the forefront of developing child first practice in the Youth Justice sector. We are looking for applicants who have extensive experience working with children at risk of offending and supporting them to move forward positively to the future.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Essential criteria for shortlisting for Jobs go Public.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>QUALIFICATIONS</strong></p>\n<p>Level A</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Educated to degree in relevant subject e.g., Youth Justice, Youth Service or Probation studies, teaching, criminology, psychology, and the creative arts.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>KNOWLEDGE </strong></p>\n<p>Level A</p>\n<ul>\n<li>An understanding of Youth Justice / Criminal Justice legislation.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>EXPERIENCE</strong></p>\n<p>Level A</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Experience of working with children in the Youth Justice Systems</li>\n<li>Experience of working with young people and adolescents and bringing about positive change in their lives.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>SKILLS</strong></p>\n<p>Level A</p>\n<ul>\n<li>A full driving licence and access to own transport for work purposes.</li>\n<li>Able to engage with children in child first manner.</li>\n</ul>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£35,935 per annum","publishDate":"2024-11-12T09:19:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-01T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/39696fba-c4f1-40be-a8c2-a4e94a2535c1.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"dd991f62-83d4-4a09-86e9-9a071e3bcfb8","title":"Assistant Youth Development Worker (Wrap Around Team)","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Broadside, Leviathan Way, Chatham Maritime, Chatham ME4 4LL","locationType":3,"description":"<p><em>Medway Council Youth Service is recruiting Assistant Youth Development Workers to form a new Wrap Around Support Project. The team will develop support packages for young people working with Medway Children’s Service that reduce their risk and vulnerability, while promoting personal growth and development. It will develop work with young people that strengthens home and educational placements and reduces risk though building trusted relationship and positive engagement with other services. The project will support young people before, during and after school, improving access to out-of-school activities and promoting the development of personal, social, and relational skills. It will therefore involve significant out-of-hours working, including evenings and weekends.   </em></p>\n<p><em> </em></p>\n<p><em>Applicants should have significant experience of working with vulnerable young people, with a range of training and expertise. Expertise in working with gangs and criminal exploitation, tackling sexual exploitation and supporting young people on the edge of care or in the care system would be an advantage. </em></p>\n<p><em> </em></p>\n<p><em>Applicants for the Assistant Youth Development Worker roles would benefit from level 2 or 3 youth work qualifications or equivalent, but a range of training and qualification backgrounds will be considered for these posts.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£25,695 - £28,718 per annum","publishDate":"2024-11-07T19:52:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-24T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/310ea84d-06d2-49ea-a31e-19ae710677fe.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"8eeb7292-add0-4555-b17b-0e3c430e8248","title":"School Crossing Patrol (All Saints C of E Primary School)","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"All Saints C of E Primary School, Magpie Hall Road, Chatham, ME4 5JY","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are looking for a School Crossing Patrol to ensure the safety of children, and other pedestrians, crossing the road at a designated point between specified times. The discharge of these duties must not be to the detriment of the welfare of other road users.<br><br>To carry out the Council’s policy with regard to the SCP Service which includes Health and Safety Procedures.<br><br>To use all uniform and equipment provided for the safety of yourself, children and all other members of the public, especially when stopping traffic on the Highway.<br><br>Maintain control over children who are awaiting your instructions to cross. When children need to cross the road, the post holder will walk to the middle of the road, wait for a gap in traffic and then escort the children across the road.<br><br>Report any problems or difficulties to the Manager of the SCP Service.<br><br>The post holder will report any concerns regarding children’s behaviour to the appropriate person.<br><br>The post holder may be required to write a report about any incidents.<br><br>The post holder will be required to use a stop sign.<br><br>The post holder will be required to communicate with members of the public, and may be exposed to verbal abuse from parents and members of the public.<br><br>There is a need for concentrated sensory attention in short periods.<br><br><strong>In return we offer you: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency.  Our declaration fits into our <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan\">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change.<br><br><strong>Our organisation: <br><br></strong>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.<br><br>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.<br><br>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> 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.<br><br>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.<br><br><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager please call Leanne Adams on 01634 331743. <br><br></em><strong>Important Information- <br><br></strong><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<br><br>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</strong><br><br>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 gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction.<br><br><strong>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. <br><br></strong>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.  All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.<br><br>Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">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.<br><br><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range 1 - £2,521 per annum","publishDate":"2024-11-07T16:18:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-28T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/756a5bf4-37ad-494c-bf05-5a96998c072d.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"7c6f8def-02f3-4728-b304-d1a8b60e4048","title":"Finance Officer (Housing)","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid – Works part in the office (Gun Wharf) and part from home","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We are currently recruiting for a Finance Officer (Housing) you will be processing invoices and orders in accordance with council procedures for a range of services received including but not limited to Repairs and Maintenance, Estate Services Tenancy Services and HFIL ensuring expenditure is against appropriate budget codes.<br><br>Monitoring payments to all suppliers, ensuring all invoicing is correct, and investigating with suppliers where anomalies such as potential overcharges are identified.<br><br>Preparing and providing statistical and financial data to management for the purposes of budget management/forecasting, service charge setting and other reasons as necessary.<br><br>Assisting Managers with cost codes, budget enquiries, budget monitoring enquiries and service charges as required.<br><br>To be lead Officer for providing financial advice, information and administrative support in the Housing Service, including assistance as required during budget and service charge setting and year end closure processes.<br><br>To manage and produce reports in relation to the open book accounting mechanism for the responsive repairs and estate services contracts.<br><br>To support the management of the Housing ICT database, to ensure that it is maintained to accurately account for all transactions in relation to the rent roll.<br><br>To prepare develop and “run” all necessary year end processes on the Housing Management System (NEC) to consolidate the end of year accounting function and reset all rent accounts to reflect the annual rent increase.<br><br>To ensure all utilities relating to the HRA and Cuxton (traveller site) are appropriated and paid on time.<br><br>To manage and monitor the overall invoicing processes and efficient and effective payment arrangements of all Housing Services invoicing.<br><br>To monitor and undertake forecasting for the HRA Housing Centralised Support Budgets on at least a quarterly basis for Council monitoring.<br><br>Interviews are due to take place on the 5 & 6 December 2024<br><br><strong>In return we offer you: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency.  Our declaration fits into our <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan\">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change.<br><br><strong>Our organisation:<br><br></strong>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.<br><br>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.<br><br>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> 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.<br><br>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.<br><br><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please e-mail Rachel Valerio on </em><a href=\"mailto:Rachel.Valerio@medway.gov.uk\">Rachel.Valerio@medway.gov.uk</a><br><br><em>Interviews are likely to be held virtually via Microsoft Teams.  Full details on how this will work will be sent to you, if your application is successfully shortlisted.<br><br></em><strong>Important Information-<br><br></strong><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<br><br>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</strong><br><br>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 gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction.<br><br><strong>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.<br><br></strong>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.  All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.<br><br>Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">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.<br><br><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range 3 - £24,525 - £29,268 per annum / pro rata","publishDate":"2024-11-07T09:38:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-25T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/98e165c6-3264-4b98-8a6f-c3a54de7f61a.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"c96b3309-4451-437b-a5fe-b10053a841f6","title":"Health Improvement Project Officer (Healthy Families)","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid – Works part in the office (Gun Wharf) and part from home","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>This opportunity is currently being offered on a fixed term contract basis for 6 months; however, if budgets allow the contract length may be extended and/or become permanent, though this is not guaranteed.  If an internal council employee wishes to apply for this role, a secondment opportunity may be considered (please state this on your application).<br><br></strong>According to the World Health Organisation, the life course approach aims to identify opportunities to minimise risk factors and enhance protective factors through evidence-based interventions at important life stages. For the Healthy Families workstream this informs the support we deliver from the antenatal period through to early childhood – the first 1001 days.<br><br>This role will actively support, monitor and review a range of projects delivering healthier outcomes for both pregnant people and their families. This will include providing expertise, advice and assistance, as required, to ensure effective project implementation in line with budgets and timescales.<br><br>The role will be required to work in the context of Medway’s ‘Joint Local Health & Wellbeing Strategy’ and the <a href=\"https://fingertips.phe.org.uk/profile/public-health-outcomes-framework/data#page/1/ati/302/are/E06000035\">Public Health Outcomes Framework</a> to reduce health inequalities.<br><br>The role will involve liaising with influential stakeholders in a way that promotes the <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200364/medway_council_strategy_2022_to_2023#values\">vision and values</a> of the Council.<br><br><strong>Accountabilities and Outcomes</strong><br><br>The role will actively contribute to the development, delivery, and evaluation of evidence-based projects that deliver to plan, enhance the well-being of Medway residents, support the achievement of local and national targets and reduce health inequalities.<br><br>The successful candidate will be confident in building alliances and partnerships to plan, implement, and/or monitor projects that can be time limited and that share goals and priorities to enhance service awareness, availability, access, and uptake and also ensure compliance with statutory legislation and practice requirements, including mandatory training. <br><br>The role will require the delivery formal presentations and training to a range of clinical and non-clinical teams, i.e., GPs, Local Authority meetings, Senior Manager meetings, and to other key stakeholders. The role will see the application of the principles of social marketing, and/or behavioural science, to reach specific groups and communities with enabling information and ideas, raising awareness of ‘A Better Medway Lifestyle Services’ and advocating public health principles and action.<br><br>It is paramount to demonstrate a commitment to equality and diversity, identifying service strategies to deliver equitable and fair services for users and employees, challenging discriminatory practices and actively managing and promoting diversity. This will also include adherence to professional codes of conduct, occupational membership codes, employer behaviour frameworks and practice standards. The role requires the candidate to act with integrity, consistency and purpose, and take responsibility for own personal development, ensuring that service specific knowledge and understanding is maintained and developed.<br><br>At the discretion of the line manager, such other activities as may, from time to time, be agreed consistent with the nature of the job described above.<br><br><strong>In return we offer you: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency.  Our declaration fits into our <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan\">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change.<br><br><strong>Our organisation:<br><br></strong>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.<br><br>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.<br><br>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> 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.<br><br>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.<br><br><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please contract either Jemima Ward or Emma Dawson on </em><a href=\"mailto:jemima.ward@medway.gov.uk\">jemima.ward@medway.gov.uk</a><em> or </em><a href=\"mailto:emma.dawson@medway.gov.uk\">emma.dawson@medway.gov.uk</a><br><br><strong>Important Information-<br><br></strong><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<br><br>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</strong><br><br>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 gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction.<br><br><strong>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.<br><br></strong>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.  All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.<br><br>Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">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.<br><br><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range 4 - £29,793 - £35,410 per annum / pro rata","publishDate":"2024-11-07T09:21:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-24T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/00aff3db-1f82-4d84-9f32-c3b0564c154a.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2e77ff11-1c88-4335-b551-856179a2dbc0","title":"Early Help Worker","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Medway Children and Family Hubs","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Family Solutions work holistically with families with multiple and complex needs to enable them to see their strengths and build upon these to make positive changes to their lives. This will be achieved through the Early Help Worker providing both practical and specialist advice to the family as well as acting as a lead co-ordinator for any additional support services. The Early Help Worker will undertake assessments with the family and formulate a plan of intervention with the support of relevant partner agencies which will give the child and their family every opportunity to address the identified difficulties with a positive outcome. The role will also include facilitating groups to children and their families.</p>\n<p>For an insight into what Family Solutions has to offer, please view this<a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hk7j69Krc0c\"> video</a>.</p>\n<p><strong>About You:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>You will hold a recognised qualification and have professional work background relevant to the job you are applying for such as early years/family support/youth work/health/education</li>\n<li>Be passionate about changing outcomes for children and young people</li>\n<li>Have good communication skills to engage children and young people and their families</li>\n<li>Have the ability to maintain accurate and update records in line with GDPR and legislations effective case management. You will be respectful and able to build positive relationships in all aspects of the role</li>\n<li>Have knowledge of safeguarding and relevant legislation</li>\n<li>Experience of working in a multi agency environment</li>\n<li>It is preferable that you hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>In return we offer you:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Essential Car User allowance or access to a lease car</li>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>MedPay – opportunity for pay progression</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong><em>For an informal conversation about this role, please contact Nikki Lloyd, Group Manager on 01634 338847 or 07736924078</em></strong></p>\n<p><strong>This post is subject to an enhanced children's DBS</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interviews for this role will be held on 3rd December 2024 at Wayfield Children & Families Hub.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Our Organisation:</strong></p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Important Information-</strong></p>\n<p>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>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 age</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.  All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ 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.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£24,525 - £29,268 per annum FTE","publishDate":"2024-11-05T14:07:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-24T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/1384dfb9-e9b1-4e12-8a25-c75e0a7b2796.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"7175f4e9-b45f-4da5-9d0d-19fe60da23ec","title":"Associate Security Systems Technician","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Mobile - Multiple Locations, meetings, clients home or business and Gun Wharf","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Do you have positive can-do attitude? Not afraid of working at height? Are you a practical & Logical individual? Do you prefer to be outside instead of behind a desk?<br><br>Medway Council are seeking an Associate Security Systems Technician to assist our Security Systems Technician within our Technology division.<br><br>The ideal candidate will have a positive can-do attitude who has a practical logical mindset and be able to demonstrate some practical experience in infrastructure, power communications, resources and processes required to manage an effective public CCTV system.<br><br>You must have a full UK driving licence and should be confident working at height.<br><br>Key responsibilities include:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>To assist the Security Systems Technician with the installation, commissioning and servicing of CCTV surveillance systems and control room.</li>\n<li>To assist with site surveys and remedial fault analysis, in line with expectations as set out within the Service Level Agreement with Kyndi Ltd.</li>\n<li>To help to maintain an accurate asset record and support with delivery of a biannual Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) report for relevant stakeholders.</li>\n<li>To work alongside multi-disciplinary teams within the Council; identifying new technologies, CCTV, and radio equipment to enhance solutions.</li>\n<li>To meet with stakeholders virtually, and/or on-site, to understand requirements and design successful solutions.</li>\n<li>To be continuously learning and developing to understand the programming and assembly of CCTV assets.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Other duties may be required to be undertaken within the scope of this post as and when required by the Head of Technology.<br><br><strong>In return we offer you: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. 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Are you a practical & Logical individual? Do you prefer to be outside instead of behind a desk<br><br>Medway Council are seeking an experienced Security Systems Technician to join our Technology Division.<br><br>The ideal candidate will have expertise in IP CCTV installations. You should have a solid understanding of CCTV systems design in line with British Standards (BS8418) and be knowledgeable about risk mitigation.<br><br>You must be adept at both the physical installation and the configuration of CCTV systems, with the ability to customise solutions to meet specific client needs.<br><br>Key responsibilities include:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Installing and commissioning of CCTV systems on behalf of the Council and their partners.</li>\n<li>Visiting sites predominately across Medway, but also other parts of Kent</li>\n<li>Preforming maintenance, undertaking biannual PPM and troubleshooting on CCTV systems</li>\n<li>Site attendance, fault finding, estimating repair requirement(s), fault diagnosis and repair calls.</li>\n<li>Orchestrating civil works to facilitate CCTV repair(s) and/or commissioning of new sites.</li>\n<li>Timely completion of all work documentation</li>\n<li>Take responsibility for the overall quality of work delivered on site</li>\n<li>Support customers’ requests in a timely and professional manner</li>\n<li>Conducting stock checks, replacing items and maintaining accurate records</li>\n<li>Presenting the Council in a professional manner at all times on site and on the road; and ensuring all works are carried out in a safe and proper manner.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Other duties may be required to be undertaken within the scope of this post as and when required by the Head of Technology.<br><br><strong>In return we offer you: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. 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Social Worker / Experienced Social Worker - Children's Social Work Teams

Medway Council

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Up to £49,146 (inclusive of market allowance) + annual retention payment

Chatham, Kent (Hybrid)

Posted 3 hours ago

Social Worker / Experienced Social Worker - Children in Care

Medway Council

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Up to £49,146 (inclusive of market allowance) + annual retention payment

Chatham, Kent (Hybrid)

Posted 3 hours ago

Residential Support Worker

Medway Council

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£24,525 - £29,268 per annum

Parklands Short Breaks, Oxford Road, Gillingham, Kent (On-Site)

Posted 5 hours ago

Business Support & Events Officer

Medway Council

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Range 4 - £29,793 - £35,410 per annum / pro rata

Fixed - Permanently office based at Gun Wharf and in the community (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Service Manager - Youth Justice

Medway Council

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£52,959 - £57,251 per annum

Broadside, Leviathan Way, Chatham Maritime, Chatham ME4 4LL (Hybrid)

Posted 1 day ago

Best Interest Assessor – Senior Social Worker

Medway Council

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Range SW3 - £43,647 - £47,691 per annum / pro rata

Hybrid – Works part in the office (Gun Wharf) and part from home (Hybrid)

Posted 2 days ago

Approved Mental Health Professional

Medway Council

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Range SW3 - £43,647 - £47,691 per annum / pro rata

Hybrid – Works part in the office (Gun Wharf) and part from home (Hybrid)

Posted 3 days ago

Counter Fraud Officer

Medway Council

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Range 5 (£35,935 - £41,614 per annum)

Hybrid – Works from home or in the office (Gun Wharf & Gravesham) (Hybrid)

Posted 6 days ago

Client Financial Affairs Officer

Medway Council

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Range 3 £24,525 - £29,268

Works part from home and part from Gun Wharf, Chatham (Hybrid)

Posted 6 days ago

Personal Assistant to Chief Executive

Medway Council

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Range 4 - £29,793 - £35,410 per annum / pro rata

Hybrid – Works part in the office (Gun Wharf) and part from home (Hybrid)

Posted 7 days ago

Placement Officer

Medway Council

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£24,525 - £29,268 per annum

Gun Wharf & Medway Areas (On-Site)

Posted 8 days ago

Closing in 5 days

Senior Practitioner

Medway Council

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Up to £54,695 (inclusive of market allowance) + annual retention payment

Chatham, Kent (Hybrid)

Posted 9 days ago

Youth Offending Officer

Medway Council

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£35,935 per annum

Works part from home and part from Gun Wharf, Chatham (Hybrid)

Posted 9 days ago

Closing in 3 days

Assistant Youth Development Worker (Wrap Around Team)

Medway Council

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£25,695 - £28,718 per annum

Broadside, Leviathan Way, Chatham Maritime, Chatham ME4 4LL (On-Site)

Posted 14 days ago

School Crossing Patrol (All Saints C of E Primary School)

Medway Council

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Range 1 - £2,521 per annum

All Saints C of E Primary School, Magpie Hall Road, Chatham, ME4 5JY (On-Site)

Posted 14 days ago

Closing in 4 days

Finance Officer (Housing)

Medway Council

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Range 3 - £24,525 - £29,268 per annum / pro rata

Hybrid – Works part in the office (Gun Wharf) and part from home (Hybrid)

Posted 14 days ago

Closing in 3 days

Health Improvement Project Officer (Healthy Families)

Medway Council

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Range 4 - £29,793 - £35,410 per annum / pro rata

Hybrid – Works part in the office (Gun Wharf) and part from home (Hybrid)

Posted 14 days ago

Closing in 3 days

Early Help Worker

Medway Council

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£24,525 - £29,268 per annum FTE

Medway Children and Family Hubs (On-Site)

Posted 16 days ago

Associate Security Systems Technician

Medway Council

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Range 3 - £24,525 - £29,268 per annum / pro rata

Mobile - Multiple Locations, meetings, clients home or business and Gun Wharf (On-Site)

Posted 16 days ago

Security Systems Technician

Medway Council

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Range 5 - £35,935 - £41,614 per annum / pro rata

Medway Council, Gun Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham, Kent ME4 4TR (On-Site)

Posted 22 days ago

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