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Produce monthly analysis reports of complaints received within the service.<br><br>You will take a lead role for administration of any complaints referred to the Landlord Services Designated Persons Panel, including preparation of reports and papers for board meetings.<br><br>For full details of the post, please see the attached job description.<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 Francesca Roma on francesca.roma@medway.gov.uk<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. 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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. 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You will undertake work of varying levels of complexity including, Care Act Assessments, Mental Capacity Act (MCA) Assessments, Court of Protection applications and s42 safeguarding enquiries.</p>\n<p>Our social care interventions are structured around the three pillars of excellent practice, exceptional innovation, and meaningful measures. Therefore, our work is orientated around building relationships with the individual their families and carers. We engage with communities early on to help people feel empowered to find trusted help and support locally from a range of sources.</p>\n<p><strong>About You</strong></p>\n<p>We welcome applications from experienced and newly qualified social workers, all of whom can demonstrate capability of practice in accordance with current professional standards, legislative and policy frameworks.</p>\n<p>You will hold a registration with Social Work England.</p>\n<p>You will have a high level of literacy and communication skills, both verbal and written.</p>\n<p>We are looking for future employees who have a positive, forward-thinking attitude. Using strengths-based practice with individuals which is built around their desired outcomes and goals. Our teams are imaginative, locally focused and flexible and we are searching for registered practitioners with a likeminded approach, working collaboratively as part of a team.</p>\n<p>You will hold a Full UK Driving License – The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the jobholder to drive your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability.</p>\n<p><strong>Our Support Offer</strong></p>\n<p>In return, we offer an attractive benefits package and a commitment to ensuring that you achieve a healthy work life balance and opportunities for flexible working arrangements that meet business need.</p>\n<p>We offer generous market premium payments (subject to eligibility). You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave allowance and the local government pension scheme.</p>\n<p>You will have excellent opportunities for professional development with access to our social care academy, progression routes and our newly launched practice framework.</p>\n<p>We will support you to consolidate your skills and knowledge, assisting you to develop areas of specialist practice development such as Approved Mental Health Professional Training, Best Interest Assessor Training and Practice Educator training.</p>\n<p>You will receive regular professional supervision and have the opportunity to critically reflect on your practice. You will be supported to develop your practice and progress your career.</p>\n<p>Please state your preferred areas of work and full time or part time preference on your application forms.</p>\n<p>We are increasingly accessible to the public outside of traditional office hours, as we move towards an 8 am to 8 pm, 7 days a week service to ensure service needs are met.</p>\n<p>This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring service and registration as a qualified Social Worker with Social Work England.</p>\n<p>This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.</p>\n<p>We also welcome applications from experienced registered nurses and occupational therapists with relevant experience into our Community Practitioner roles.  If you hold a registration with a professional body (Social Work England, HCPC, Nursing and Midwifery Council) and would like to know more about these opportunities please contact Ruth Ojo on  03000 413722.</p>\n<p><strong>Contact Details:</strong></p>\n</div>\n<div>\n<p>For more information about the role, please contact Ruth Ojo, Team Manager on  03000 413722.<em> </em></p>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£32,933 - £37,188 per annum","publishDate":"2025-01-21T08:37:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-15T23:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/74e4bd49-3753-4ab0-bbf9-5ba5c77adae3.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"b9ca6f8d-754c-4a2b-9a9f-2129c0824c57","title":"STG Technical Assistant","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid – Works part from (Foord Annex) and part from home","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We are recruiting for a Technical Assistant to assist in the provision of a comprehensive technical, administrative and customer care service, delivering the Building Control and Consultancy functions within the Partnership, processing/maintaining applications and providing support in the prompt and efficient implementation of all aspects of the Building Control function which is, carried out in accordance with the Building Control Act 1984, the Building Regulations 2010 and other allied legislation. Processing applications, production of documentation and liaising with customers to provide a first class consultancy service within the housing survey and energy environment.</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. 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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 3 - £24,525 per annum / pro rata","publishDate":"2025-01-20T16:10:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-18T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/90c670e8-02bf-4186-bd69-0c6e9abf2438.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2d429bcb-872b-44d7-9bdf-7af29c226acf","title":"HRA Repairs Surveyor","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Mobile - Works from different locations; Gun Wharf; Client's Homes or Business","locationType":2,"description":"<p>The main purpose of this role is to ensure that works undertaken to HRA properties meet the HRA’s quality standard and that repairs are of an acceptable quality, are completed within the contractual timescales and on budget.</p>\n<p>Liaise with stakeholders in a way that promotes the One Medway Council Plan and embeds our values and behaviours.</p>\n<p>Accountabilities and outcomes:</p>\n<p>To ensure that the 3000 homes owned by the Council have up to date and accurate stock condition data to create the necessary programmes of work to keep the housing stock in good condition and compliant.</p>\n<p>Surveying and reporting on the quality of repairs being undertaken to the homes we manage. 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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 / pro rata","publishDate":"2025-01-20T15:42:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-18T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/75d10d5d-4243-4839-abc5-576aef54cd22.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"84494f58-4cee-4bff-b2aa-3d90f022e124","title":"Senior Practitioner - Children's Social Work Team","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Chatham, Kent","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Are you a dedicated and experienced social worker passionate about championing practice? 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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>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</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> </p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information</strong></p>\n<p>For an informal discussion, please don't hesitate to contact one of the recruiting managers below. Alternatively, please email the recruitment team on cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk. </p>\n<p>Oliver Bruce, Service Manager (Children's Social Work Teams) - 01634 337312</p>\n<p>Suzanne Mehmet, Service Manager (Assessment Team) - 01634 334470</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":"2025-01-20T13:09:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-09T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/b04a0cfa-2e75-4d6c-916b-9c7c35a413c5.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"a6653a85-3520-4ebc-bd04-fab392d0ce06","title":"Assistant Team Manager - Children in Care","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Chatham, Kent","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We are recruiting an Assistant Team Manager who can commit to <strong>making a difference</strong> to our children in Medway.</p>\n<p>Reporting to a Team Manager, as an ATM you will lead and manage a small team of social workers and create a supportive and collaborative team environment. ATM’s are not case holding. You will deliver high quality supervision and support social workers in the management of cases ensuring that high quality practice is delivered to safeguard and promote the wellbeing of vulnerable children and young people.</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 ready for the next step or an existing assistant team manager 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 £43,647 and £48,695 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</ul>\n<p><strong>About You</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>You will hold a recognised Social Work qualification eg. 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Adult Social Care Transformation and Improvement are looking for a dedicated Service Improvement Programme Lead to focus on our Carers project for a fixed-term of 18 months. In this role, you will work closely with the Head of Adult Social Care Transformation and Improvement to deliver initiatives that enhance support for carers, aligning with the Care Act 2014 and the One Medway Council Plan.</p>\n<p>You will undertake a full review of the services provided by Adult Social Care to unpaid carers, developing strategic and operational improvement proposals. Through managing the delivery of this programme area, you’ll ensure carers receive the appropriate levels of support in line with legislative frameworks, policies and standards.</p>\n<p>Collaboration is key, as you’ll consult with carers and people with lived experience to lead a review of our Carers Partnership Board, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs are met. You’ll develop effective relationships with health partners to encourage carer identification and assessment, and work with the voluntary, community, and public sectors to support carers in remaining independent, safe, and well in the community.</p>\n<p>To be successful in this role, you will have a proven track record of leading large-scale projects and managing budgets, along with strong stakeholder engagement skills. You should have a strong understanding of Adult Social Care, project management, and change management. Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills are a must, as is the ability to motivate and build support for change.</p>\n<p>Join us and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a positive impact.</p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about the role contact Sacha Kennard, Head of Adult Social Care Transformation and Improvement: <a href=\"mailto:sacha.kennard@medway.gov.uk\">sacha.kennard@medway.gov.uk</a></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> </p>\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><em><strong> </strong></em></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><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> </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>\n<p> </p>\n<p>    </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"MPR 7 £48,216 - £52,959","publishDate":"2025-01-17T13:57:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-07T13:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/0b712d73-3c52-4a98-a190-d4b7b581ff4b.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"aa540997-bf0f-433e-b878-1afdc004c8e0","title":"Service Improvement Programme Lead","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Works part from home and part from Gun Wharf, Chatham","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Are you passionate about making a difference in Adult Social Care? Adult Social Care Transformation and Improvement are looking for an experienced Service Improvement Programme Lead to join our team. In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of transformation projects in Adult Social Care, working closely with the Head of Adult Social Care Transformation and Improvement to deliver complex initiatives that align with our strategic goals and the One Medway Council Plan.</p>\n<p>As a Service Improvement Programme Lead, you’ll lead comprehensive reviews of our Adult Social Care services, crafting strategic and operational improvement proposals that make a real difference. You will have experience in managing projects to ensure high-quality practice and compliance with legislative frameworks. Financial oversight is also crucial, ensuring that project budgets are monitored and savings targets are achieved.</p>\n<p>Collaboration is key, as you’ll work across departments and with external partners to embed improvements and achieve our programme objectives. You’ll also engage with people with lived experience to co-produce projects, supporting our prevention agenda by working with diverse client groups and self-funders. Building strong relationships with health, voluntary, community, faith, and public sector partners will be essential to your success.</p>\n<p>To be successful in this role, you will have a proven track record of leading large-scale projects and managing budgets, along with strong stakeholder engagement skills. You should have a strong understanding of Adult Social Care, project management, and change management. Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills are a must, as is the ability to motivate and build support for change.</p>\n<p>Join us and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a positive impact.</p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about the role contact Sacha Kennard, Head of Adult Social Care Transformation and Improvement: <a href=\"mailto:sacha.kennard@medway.gov.uk\">sacha.kennard@medway.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>In return we offer you: </strong></p>\n<p> </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> </p>\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><em><strong> </strong></em></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><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. 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You will case hold children in care aged 16+ whilst you prepare them for transition to a personal advisor at 18 and into independence.</p>\n<p>As a senior practitioner in our 16 plus Care Leavers Service you will support the team manager within the team and provide high quality case advice and guidance to colleagues focusing on the wellbeing of children in care and care experienced young people and supporting them on their journey to independence.  You will also have the opportunity to contribute to the learning and development of others either through acting as a Practice Assessor for students on placement, or contributing to training activities in a specialist area.  </p>\n<p>You will be able to demonstrate expert and effective practice that reflects a commitment to relationship and strengths-based practice, assessing and managing higher levels of risk, including contextual harm, and working collaboratively with children, young people and their families and carers. </p>\n<p>As a registered social worker with 3 years’ post qualifying experience, you will be expected to have knowledge of legislation and statutory guidance relevant to working with children and young people and be experienced in child protection, looked after children processes and court work.</p>\n<p>In addition to the annual salary, we are proud to offer an <strong><a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200257/our_childrens_social_care_staff_benefits\">excellent benefits package</a></strong> including -</p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<a href=\"https://medwaysocialcarejobs.jgp.co.uk/children/pay-benefits/\"><strong>Market Premia Payment</strong></a><strong> of £6,000 per annum (paid in equal monthly instalments)</strong>\n</li>\n<li>\n<a href=\"https://medwaysocialcarejobs.jgp.co.uk/children/pay-benefits/\"><strong>Retention Payment</strong></a> <strong>of £3,000 per annum (paid annually in April each year)</strong>\n</li>\n<li>Career progression scheme to support your pathway of professional development</li>\n<li>Essential Car User Allowance with option to transfer to Lease Car after 6 months</li>\n<li>Excellent local government pension scheme</li>\n<li>Free car parking</li>\n<li>Access to a confidential information, advice and counselling service</li>\n<li>Relocation allowance of up to £8,000</li>\n</ul>\n<p><em><strong>For an informal discussion please contact Debbie Taylor, Service Manager on 01634 337229 </strong></em></p>\n<p><em>This post is subject to an enhanced Children’s DBS check.</em></p>\n<p><em>Candidates must have a valid driving licence for use in the UK and have access to a vehicle for work purposes.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Up to £54,695 per annum (inclusive of market allowance) + annual retention payment","publishDate":"2025-01-17T13:02:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-02T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/b5c99430-517b-4560-a6f0-0c6c2cece993.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"406232f7-c84f-48fe-8d9e-53e44431ac30","title":"Midday Meals Supervisor - Hempstead Junior School","employer":"Medway Council","department":"Hempstead Schools Federation","location":"Hempstead Junior School","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Do you enjoy working with children?</p>\n<p>Do you like working as a member of a supportive, friendly team?</p>\n<p>Are you available to work in school from 12.15 pm until 1.15pm from Monday to Friday term time?</p>\n<p>We are looking for a Midday Meals Supervisor to start as soon as possible, working 38 weeks per year, providing care and supervision of children during their midday meal and play time. If you enjoy responsibility, are firm but fair and can respond quickly but calmly if situations arise, if you are assertive, can keep simple records and are committed to the welfare of children, we would like you to consider this opportunity.</p>\n<p><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong></p>\n<p>Hempstead Schools Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment.</p>\n<p>The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification and will be subject to pre-employment checks including a health check, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"NJC Scale E2 – currently starting £12.26 per hour","publishDate":"2025-01-17T12:28:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-31T16:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/b5862118-90a9-4e87-a75b-c657ff48d32f.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"fdc83020-b499-4b74-a0c1-d5701b629147","title":"UASC Social Worker (Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children)","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Chatham, Kent","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We are seeking a Qualified Social Worker to join the 16+ Service to primarily support unaccompanied asylum-seeking children (UASC) who are children in care to the Local Authority.</p>\n<p>Applicants will need to have good knowledge and experience of working with, assessing and supporting UASC who are therefore children in care, with full understanding of the Age Assessment, Home Office, Asylum and Children in Care processes and legislations. Applicants will need to demonstrate their experience of working with children in care, UASC, care leavers, adolescents and/or children and families without recourse to public funds, but also a keen interest in working with and supporting young people who have experienced trauma and where English is not their first language is key. Competence in working with the Home Office, associated processes and the age assessment process is essential. Ability to write excellent court reports and assessments in relation to UASC processes is essential.</p>\n<p>Training of and ability to undertake age assessments with/as a lead assessor would be desirable.</p>\n<p><strong>About You</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>You will hold a degree in Social Work – CQSW, DipSW or equivalent and be registered with Social Work England.</li>\n<li>You will have successfully completed your ASYE and have a minimum of 1 years’ practice as a social worker or 2 years’ practice as an experienced social worker, working with children and families.</li>\n<li>You will have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Our Offer</strong></p>\n<p>We are proud to offer an <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200257/our_childrens_social_care_staff_benefits\">excellent benefits package</a> including –</p>\n<ul>\n<li>A basic salary of £36,643 - £39,958 </li>\n<li>An annual <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200258/pay_and_rewards\">market allowance</a> of £5,000 payable in monthly payments.</li>\n<li>A <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200258/pay_and_rewards\">retention payment</a> of £2,000. This is a fixed sum payable in April each year, following one years’ service in Medway.</li>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement of between 27 - 30 days plus bank holidays</li>\n<li>Excellent local government pension scheme</li>\n<li>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 except during duty week when you will be office based all week)</li>\n<li>Relocation package of up to £8,000</li>\n</ul>\n<p><em>This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check.</em></p>\n<p><strong>Important Information</strong></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 <a href=\"mailto:cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk\">cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk </a></strong></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>For more information on our Children & Adults Social Care jobs please visit: <a href=\"http://www.medwaysocialcarejobs.co.uk/\">www.medwaysocialcarejobs.co.uk</a>.</p>\n<p><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Up to £44,958 (inclusive of market allowance) + annual retention payment","publishDate":"2025-01-17T11:46:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-02T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/985a3092-649d-4855-9a62-60cb5b0647f5.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"bd87fcc6-f3a2-4fb2-be35-49857286f645","title":"Social Worker / Experienced Social Worker - Children's Social Work Teams","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Chatham, Kent","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We are currently recruiting Social Workers to join our Children's Social Work Team. We are proud to be ‘Good’ in Medway and are determined to build on the great work that has been done so far to improve the services for our children, young people and families.</p>\n<p>Recent promotions, following our investment in new Assistant Team Managers across the service, mean we are now looking for passionate social workers who can commit to <strong>making a difference</strong> to our children in Medway.</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 along with management capacity across our teams, ensures you will be guided, supported and cared for.</p>\n<p>Whether you have recently completed your ASYE or have worked in children’s social work for some years we would love you to join us on our ongoing journey. 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>Experienced Social Workers (with 2+ years post qualifying experience) will be offered a package of up to £50,067 per annum (inclusive of benefits).</p>\n<p>Social Workers with less than 2 years’ service will be offered a package of up to £45,055 per annum (inclusive of benefits).</p>\n<p>Join us and <strong>#Make a Difference</strong>…</p>\n<p> </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 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> </p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information</strong></p>\n<p>For an informal discussion, please don't hesitate to contact one of the recruiting managers below. 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. 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>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Up to £49,146 (inclusive of market allowance) + annual retention payment","publishDate":"2025-01-17T10:35:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-30T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/59ababda-da54-4095-830c-8cd201c9a465.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2599ff53-9900-4afa-9056-40cd896dbc8a","title":"Senior Engineer – Highway Adoption","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid - Works part from office (Pender House) and part from home","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We are seeking an experienced Senior Engineer to join a proactive team to lead Medway’s Highway Adoption functions.</p>\n<p>The Highway Adoption Service oversees the delivery of consented development highway projects.  Our aim is to ensure delivery of high standard user-friendly infrastructure, supporting everyone to travel safely and easily within Medway.</p>\n<p>The successful candidate will guide the day-to-day delivery of the Council’s Highway Adoptions Service.  Leading a small team in the oversight and execution of works related to legal agreements forming part of local developments affecting the highway, ensuring that new roads offered for adoption and associated changes to existing public highway are designed and built in accordance with the Council’s requirements and to appropriate standards.</p>\n<p>The role involves managing the highway adoption process from planning consent to final adoption as public highway. Responsibilities include, appraising projects, applying technical expertise, overseeing the calculation and negotiation of bond figures, monitoring the delivery of highway engineering projects to ensure services are provided at the highest level, and engagement with stakeholders.  You will also coordinate and supervise the work of engineers and assistant engineers within your area of expertise to enable the management and continual improvement of the team.</p>\n<p>Working as part of the wider Transport and Parking Service you will have opportunity to contribute to a wide range of projects and workstreams.</p>\n<p>Please see the Job Profile for the accountabilities and outcomes for this role.</p>\n<p>This is a permanent role with a flexible hybrid working style, with the option to work at a fixed Council premises or a combination of Council premises and home working. A laptop and mobile phone would be provided. </p>\n<p>The role is Medway based, with the potential for daily interaction with Medway based sites and infrastructure, the ability to drive and use of a private vehicle is therefore essential.  The post attracts an essential car user allowance and mileage for travel is paid at a per mile rate.  You will benefit from a minimum of 27 days leave increasing to 30 days leave after 5 years continuous service.</p>\n<p>For further information, please contact 01634 331742.  Please leave your name and contact details and we will contact you.</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>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.</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":"MPR 6 (£42,139 - £47,691) per annum plus £2500 per annum Skill Shortage Allowance (reviewed annually). 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Further details are available here: - https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Our organisation:</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>Important Information-</p>\n<p>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</p>\n<p>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</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>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online</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 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>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£26,897 per annum","publishDate":"2025-01-17T10:01:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-02T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/6572ea77-e07b-412b-a894-d40e8ec39edf.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f4644147-aa45-4dc7-b71f-7308ab7d4a5c","title":"Experienced Social Worker - Gravesend Community Team","employer":"Kent County Council","department":"","location":"Gravesham Civic Centre","locationType":2,"description":"<div>\n<p>We are recruiting Experienced Social Workers with a range of different skills and experience in the Gravesend Community Team.</p>\n<p>We operate in a hybrid model of office-based working and working from home to meet the needs of the service.</p>\n<p>£3000 Golden Hello payment to all new joiners (subject to criteria) and service related payments following continuous service.</p>\n<p><strong>About Us</strong></p>\n<p>This is an exciting opportunity to join our community teams across Kent as we enhance our locality working practice and put the person and good practice at the heart of what we do.</p>\n<p>We work with adults with a range of care and support needs placing individuals at the centre of their support. You will undertake work of varying levels of complexity including, Care Act Assessments, Mental Capacity Act (MCA) Assessments, Court of Protection applications and s42 safeguarding enquiries.</p>\n<p>Our social care interventions are structured around the three pillars of excellent practice, exceptional innovation, and meaningful measures. Therefore, our work is orientated around building relationships with the individual their families and carers. We engage with communities early on to help people feel empowered to find trusted help and support locally from a range of sources.</p>\n<p><strong>About You</strong></p>\n<p>We welcome applications from experienced social workers who can demonstrate post-qualification experience in Social Services, Health related agencies or related private or voluntary organisation.</p>\n<p>You will hold a registration with Social Work England and be competent to work at the Experienced Practitioner level of the Social Care Capabilities Framework for Registered Workers.</p>\n<p>You will have experience of managing and reducing risk and completing safeguarding enquiries.</p>\n<p>You will be able to demonstrate experience in supervising other members of staff.</p>\n<p>We are looking for future employees who have a positive, forward-thinking attitude. Using strengths-based practice with individuals which is built around their desired outcomes and goals. Our teams are imaginative, locally focused and flexible and we are searching for registered practitioners with a likeminded approach, working collaboratively as part of a team.</p>\n<p>This role is subject to holding a Full UK Driving Licence – The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the jobholder to drive your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability.</p>\n<p><strong>Our Support Offer</strong></p>\n<p>In return, we offer an attractive benefits package and a commitment to ensuring that you achieve a healthy work life balance and opportunities for flexible working arrangements that meet business need.</p>\n<p>We offer generous market premium payments (subject to eligibility). You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave allowance and the local government pension scheme.</p>\n<p>You will have excellent opportunities for professional development with access to our social care academy, progression routes and our newly launched practice framework.</p>\n<p>We will support you to consolidate your skills and knowledge, assisting you to develop areas of specialist practice development such as Approved Mental Health Professional Training, Best Interest Assessor Training and Practice Educator training.</p>\n<p>You will receive regular professional supervision and have the opportunity to critically reflect on your practice. You will be supported to develop your practice and progress your career.</p>\n<p>We are increasingly accessible to the public outside of traditional office hours, as we move towards an 8 am to 8 pm, 7 days a week service to ensure service needs are met.</p>\n<p>This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring service and registration as a qualified Social Worker with Social Work England.</p>\n<p>This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.</p>\n<p><em>We also welcome applications from experienced registered Nurses and Occupational Therapists with relevant experience into our Experienced Community Practitioner roles.  If you hold a registration with a professional body (Social Work England, HCPC, Nursing and Midwifery Council) and would like to know more about these opportunities please contact Ruth Ojo  on 03000 413722</em></p>\n<p><strong>Contact Details:</strong></p>\n</div>\n<div>\n<p>For more information about the role, please contact Ruth Ojo Team Manager  03000 413722</p>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£37,374 - £43,592 per annum","publishDate":"2025-01-17T09:58:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-15T23:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/43b03336-ed9c-4c34-ad7a-9d81661f8234.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"54e99f94-6a1c-412e-813c-f1c01d6afe33","title":"Trading Standards Officer / Senior Trading Standards Officer","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid – Works part from Deangate Ridge and part from home.","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We are looking for three highly motivated and enthusiastic people to join our Trading Standards team. Two of these positions are permanent posts and one will be offered on two year fixed term contract/secondment with the potential to become permanent subject to funding.<br><br>These posts will build upon our established work, protecting consumers and legitimate businesses across Medway.<br><br>We are looking for people with strong communication skills who can comfortably work with our partners, both internal and external to the council.<br><br>To be considered for one of these posts you will need to have either a professional qualification in Trading Standards or extensive investigatory experience in a regulatory role, with a thorough knowledge of relevant legislation and codes of practice, such as PACE, RIPA, CPIA and the Protection of Freedoms Act.<br><br>These posts will especially suit those currently in a law enforcement or a regulatory role who want the routine of office hours with the potential to work from home and flexible working.<br><br><strong>Medway Council has a career grade for Trading Standards Officers and your starting salary will be dependant of qualifications, experience and competences.<br><br></strong>These positions allow for the successful candidates to work from home for part of the week, subject to operational needs, with the main office base being Deangate Ridge, Hoo.<br><br>You must hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle, that is insured for business use, for which the appropriate allowance will be paid.<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 David Cross on 01634 333175<br><br></em><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":"Trading Standards Officer R4/5 (£29,793 - £41,614). 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Range 3 - £24,525 per annum / pro rata

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

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