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Are you passionate about supporting people with learning disabilities? If you are we have vacancies in our Learning Disability Day Service. The service works with a wide range of residents that have learning disabilities, young adult with behaviours which are highly challenging (PBS) and PMLD (Profound Multiple Learning Disabilities). We support people based on their individual assessed needs and support plans this can range from 2:1, 1:1 staffing and shared support. We offer a wide range of community and building based activities that work to improve people’s health and well-being, aiming to learn new skills, gain independence and achieve goals set in the outcomes. All our residents are supported in the strength based and person centred approach. We are looking for highly motivated hard working staff to join our service and support the residents who access the service to achieve and develop greater skills and independence. We support people in the community doing a wide variety of activities including bike riding, swimming, music groups, yoga. We also support people to access the local and wider community including trips to museums and other places of interest. We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. If you are interested in working with us please apply on Newham Council job site, attaching your current CV and a one-page statement outlining your skills, experience and suitability for the role. If you would like to discuss role please email Ritah Kavule: ritah.kavule@newham.gov.uk, tel no: 02033731234. Please view JD here Closing date: 18th February 2025 Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn. \n\n <img src=\"https://ars2.equest.com/?response_id=c0fa00211b6264d6344debcbae6b22b3&view\" alt=\" \" width=\"1\" height=\"1\">","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£25,000 - £29,999","publishDate":"2025-02-05T15:40:04.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-19T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/ef416482-e244-40c3-93bd-169fbaf9942e.JPG","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"e4d97a87-f04a-4fce-9f86-94bfff1c26d6","title":"Housing Assistant (Income)","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid – Works part from Gun Wharf and part from home’","locationType":2,"description":"We are currently recruiting for a Housing Assistant (Income) to generally assist with and support the smooth running of the HRA Income and Tenancy Services Team.\nYou will manage garage accounts, sub accounts, and recovery of former tenant arrears (using all available resources to trace former tenants in the pursuit of housing debt to the council and make use of debt recovery agencies as appropriate).\nResponsible for the preparation of debt write-off reports in accordance with council policy and to receive and respond to telephone and email enquiries relating to Income Team ensuring notes are recorded on system accurately.\nTo assist with updating records in housing management and electronic document systems, complying with GDPR.\nYou will be required to liaise with internal and external organisation and also support with complaints investigation and response and to provide general administrative duties to the team.\nTo assist with bulk communications with customers including mail-outs, bulk email and bulk text message campaigns. \nCarry out any other duties as are within the scope and grading of the post as requested by the line manager\nIn return we offer you: \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>\nWe'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. \nOur organisation: \nMedway 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.\nSituated 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.\nWe 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.\nWorking 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.\nIf you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please call Soji Adenowo on 01634 333515\nImportant Information- \nApplicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile\n<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>\nMedway 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.\nFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. \nPlease 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.\nPlease 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.\nWe reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£22,597 - £24,000 per annum / pro rata","publishDate":"2025-02-05T13:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-19T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/bae524dc-0405-4727-a02c-36d8aa96c073.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"fd5c75ca-a37d-4a5f-b0e0-39dc1d2fde28","title":"Pensions Officer","employer":"London Borough of Redbridge","department":"","location":"Redbridge","locationType":2,"description":"Permanent - Full Time – Hybrid working arrangements available\n \nRedbridge is an ambitious, diverse and exciting east-London borough. 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Our communities are attracted by a mixture of excellent schools, relatively affordable housing, high-quality open space and rapid transport connections into the heart of the city.\nWe are seeking an experienced Pensions Officer to join our small busy team administering the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) for all non-teaching employees of the London Borough of Redbridge.\nYou will be a good communicator, problem solver, literate and numerate with substantial experience of working with and interpreting the Local Government Pension Scheme Regulations.\nThis role is responsible for the calculation and payment of the whole range of retirement pensions, deferred pensions for leavers, transfers and deaths.\nOther requirements for the role include; MS Office skills and a good working knowledge of the pension system Altair.\nAs well as being part of a very supportive and friendly team some of the other benefits include:\n \n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Hybrid working</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) which increases to 33 days after 5 years</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Local government pension scheme</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Employee discount scheme</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Employee volunteering scheme</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Employee assistance programme</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Excellent learning & development opportunities</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Confidential Employee Support helpline</li>\n</ul>\n \n\n\n\n\n<dl class=\"job-details-table oldStyle\">\n<dd class=\"data\">\nTo apply for this post please visit www.redbridge.gov.uk/jobs or copy the following link into your browser: \nhttps://ce0320li.webitrent.com/ce0320li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC107GF.open?VACANCY_ID=284474dRas&WVID=958433OaLq\n \nPlease note previous Applicants need not apply.\nAll short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK. 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We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents. London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the <a href=\"https://www.london.gov.uk/good-work-standard\">Mayor of London's Good Work Standard</a> employers. This accreditation is a proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment. The Council's preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk\">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> so we can arrange an alternative application method. Click here for further information on the <a href=\"https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/council-and-elections/your-data-and-privacy/our-privacy-notices/hr-recruitment-privacy-notice\">Human Resources recruitment privacy notice</a>. About the role: Integrated commissioning Manager (x4) The London Borough of Waltham Forest, in partnership with the NHS North-East London ICB, are seeking an exceptional, dynamic leader for the Integrated Health and Social Care Commissioning Team. Waltham Forest is leading the way in delivering both integrated delivery and planning of care services. This post is a key role in the developing Waltham Forest place-based team and presents an exciting opportunity for the right candidate. Waltham Forest, a bustling tapestry of cultures and innovation, transcends the traditional borough label-it's a dynamic community that thrives on diversity. Your strategic commissioning acumen will set an unparalleled standard for excellence in a council ardently committed to redefining services. We can only do this with great staff who are encouraged and supported, which is why we invest in them, listen to them, make sure we are representative of our populations and that we foster their health and wellbeing. The team currently has four vacancies for the following positions within the Live Well and Age Well teams; Integrated Commissioning Manager (x4); Local Authority PO8 The Waltham Forest Integrated Commissioning Team is seeking to appoint three Integrated Commissioning Managers to enhance our team. We are looking to fill three permanent positions and one 12-month fixed-term position. All four roles will be pivotal in designing and delivering change initiatives as part of an ambitious agenda, supporting and mobilizing multi-year Transformation Programme initiatives within Adult Social Care. Additionally, these roles will involve a variety of commissioning activities and leading the strategic thinking and delivery of work programmes. The ideal candidates will possess substantial knowledge of commissioning and the Health and Social Care sectors. They will leverage this knowledge, along with strong commissioning skills and experience in delivering high-profile programmes. Ideally, candidates will have experience navigating the decision-making processes and governance arrangements of both local government and health sectors. In the London Borough of Waltham Forest, we take equality and inclusion seriously and are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and difference and is a true reflection of the diverse communities of Waltham Forest. We are committed to fostering an environment that empowers our workforce and gives them the freedom to bring their authentic self to work to provide excellent services to all. We want you to play an active role in supporting our high performing, creative and flexible team to meet the enormous opportunities and challenges which lie ahead. This will include implementing the national agenda and local strategies that aim to integrate services and embed strengths and asset-based approaches to care. The main duties of the job will include:<ul> <li>Lead projects, commissions or improvement programmes, and contribute to the delivery of larger programmes of work </li> <li>Identify and interpret issues, trends and problems, which may have a broad impact both within the Council/ICB and for partner organisations, resolving these as appropriate and escalating complex problems if necessary. </li> <li>Advise Directors, Members and others on issues relevant to the service area. Provide professional challenge and advice to colleagues, managers and partner organisations. </li> <li>Ensure the development and delivery of continuous improvements in all aspects of the service. </li> <li>Prepare and present a full range of reports (both standard and non-standard) covering area of responsibility. </li> <li>Develop good working relationships and communicate effectively with internal / external organisations / partners and stakeholders. Represent specialist area internally and / or externally. Model, demonstrate and promote good practice relevant to the role. </li> <li>Act in accordance with all policies and procedures which apply to the job and understand the reasons for this. </li> </ul> <a href=\"https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/Role%20Profiles/Role%20Profile%20-%20Integrated%20Commissioning%20Manager%202.pdf\">>> Click here to download the Role Profile << </a> Key Responsibilities: • Substantial relevant experience of commissioning services, including strong understanding of the provider market, legislative framework, quality, and performance and compliance regimes. • Relevant experience as a professional expert in a large complex organisation with expert knowledge in the specialist field. • Deep understanding of and experience in working with the defined client group(s), including the issues affecting service users, carers and families, legislative and policy drivers, good practice and innovation • Substantial relevant experience of programme/project management • Extensive knowledge of the service and partner / provider relationships and wider sector / external influences. • Expert knowledge and understanding of the systems, policies, procedures, professional guidelines, legislation, best practice and emerging developments within the scope of the service area. • Experience in assessing the impact of / requirements for change and developing appropriate strategic responses. • Good ICT skills including Microsoft applications and specialist systems. • Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills. • Authority and credibility to build relationships influence and engage successfully with colleagues, partners, providers and stakeholder at all levels in complex or politically sensitive situations. • Experience of leading partnership working and representing the organisation externally. • Excellent persuasion and negotiating skills, in order to motivate people and partnerships and influence outcomes critical to the organisation. • Excellent research, analysis, interpretation and evaluation skills, demonstrating the ability to identify and diagnose complex problems/issues / requirements and develop innovative strategic solutions. • Strong working knowledge of commissioning, procurement and contracting processes, policies and legislation. Qualifications and Requirements: To be considered for this position, you should meet the following requirements: Educated to degree level or equivalent standard. Post graduate qualification. Relevant professional qualification. Terms and conditions: The below terms and conditions apply to this role: Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks; Satisfactory declaration of interest; This role is subject to safer recruitment practices as it involves work with children and/ or vulnerable adults; Satisfactory DBS check; As a public authority, we must ensure that members of staff in public-facing roles are able to speak fluent English. This means that they must have a command of spoken English, with confidence and accuracy, sufficient for the effective performance of their role. This requirement does not refer to any particular English language qualifications, regional or international accents, dialects, speech impediments or the tone of conversations. It does not require staff to speak only in English. How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications online by pressing the 'Apply' button below. This includes a supporting statement that outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Equal Opportunity Employer: Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value. To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy. We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below or feel free to discuss this during your interview. For more information on the benefits of working for the Council, please visit <a href=\"https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us\">https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us</a>. Contact Information: If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Maggie Jeffrey, Head of Integrated Commissioning at <a href=\"mailto:maggie.jeffrey@walthamforest.gov.uk\">maggie.jeffrey@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>. If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Recruitment Team via email at <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk\">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"PO8 £57,663 - £60,819","publishDate":"2025-02-05T09:53:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-19T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/03210ceb-0b3c-4c8a-a8a9-7f897617b2b3.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"4e69b22a-0b6a-4858-a121-dbbbb6962993","title":"**INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY** Recruitment Training & Development Officer","employer":"London Borough Of Waltham Forest","department":"","location":"To be confirmed","locationType":3,"description":"JOB DESCRIPTION Organisation: London Borough of Waltham Forest Salary: PO2 £41,442 - £44,331 Contract Type: Full-time/Permanent Working hours per week: 36 Application Deadline: 10/02/2025 Proposed Interview Date(s): TBC Reference: 1620 **INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY** About Us: Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work. We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents. London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the <a href=\"https://www.london.gov.uk/good-work-standard\">Mayor of London's Good Work Standard</a> employers. This accreditation is a proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment. The Council's preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk so we can arrange an alternative application method. Click here for further information on the <a href=\"https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/council-and-elections/your-data-and-privacy/our-privacy-notices/hr-recruitment-privacy-notice\">Human Resources recruitment privacy notice</a>. About the role: This post is that of a Recruitment Training and Development Officer within the Fostering Team within Children's social care. The post of the Recruitment, Training and Development Officer for Fostering is to support the recruitment process for prospective Foster Carers from enquiry to approval as well as support and provide training for prospective and existing carers. Reporting to the Team Manager, the Recruitment, Training and Development Officer will work as part of the Fostering team to promote fostering across Waltham Forest in CSC and will provide a professional service to foster carers, children and young people. Part of the role is to lead on planning, commissioning, coordinating and reviewing the delivery of training and development opportunities for the workforce and Foster carers; with particular reference to the requirements of the Children's Act 1989 and 2004, Children and Families Act 2014, The Care Planning, Placement and Case Review (England) Regulations 2010, London Child Protection Procedures, Working Together and the Local Safeguarding Children Board's priorities, including training that supports effective practice promoting the welfare of children as well as safeguarding children. The post holder would need to ensure that foster carers have an annual training programme that is reviewable and maintained. <a href=\"https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/Role%20Profiles/Role%20Profile%20-%20Recruitment%20Training%20%26%20Development%20Officer.pdf\">>> Click here to download the Role Profile << </a> Knowledge, Skills and Experience P02: <ul> <li>Good verbal and written communication skills</li> <li>Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to proactively build relationships and influence positively.</li> <li>Ability to focus and record information whilst working in a hybrid model including working in an open plan office.</li> <li>Experience of planning, commissioning and coordinating training events</li> <li>Commitment to the promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion, including a desire to work with others to promote diversity and to challenge anti discriminatory actions or practice.</li> <li>Understanding of the challenges faced by foster carers, and some of the complexities related to fostering. </li> <li>Experience of dealing with customers and managing confidential issues discreetly and tactfully.</li> <li>Logical approach to planning and the ability to cope well under pressure coupled with good self-awareness and ability to be reflective and creative.</li> <li>Experience of setting up, maintaining and developing administrative systems and processes</li> <li>Good data collection and analytical skills as well as the ability to undertake quality assurance processes to establish positive outcomes in training activities.</li> <li>Experience of working on own initiative, organising own work effectively and meeting tight deadlines.</li> <li>A keen interest in achieving best outcomes for children.</li> <li>A working knowledge of relevant national legislation and regulation requirements including safeguarding policies and procedures.</li> <li>Knowledge of the local area and community demographics (desirable)</li> <li>Previous experience working within a children's services setting or working with children cared for (desirable)</li> <li>Ability to undertake Foster Carer related projects (desirable) </li> <li>Experience of creating and using databases to produce relevant information, excellent knowledge of Microsoft office applications.</li> <li>Good working knowledge of relevant processes and systems and awareness of policy and procedure framework in relation to fostering.</li> <li>Numerate and accurate with attention to detail as well as notetaking skills.</li> <li>Experience of event management and event planning with substantial experience arranging and supporting meetings and activities. </li> </ul>Willingness to work flexible hours (including some evenings and weekends where required). Indicative Qualifications: Educated to degree standard or equivalent Continuing professional development Terms and conditions: The below terms and conditions apply to this role: Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks; Satisfactory declaration of interest; This role is subject to safer recruitment practices as it involves work with children and/ or vulnerable adults; Satisfactory enhanced DBS check; Suitable driver's license (desirable not essential) As a public authority, we must ensure that members of staff in public-facing roles are able to speak fluent English. This means that they must have a command of spoken English, with confidence and accuracy, sufficient for the effective performance of their role. This requirement does not refer to any particular English language qualifications, regional or international accents, dialects, speech impediments or the tone of conversations. It does not require staff to speak only in English. How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications online by pressing the 'Apply' button below. This includes a supporting statement that outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Equal Opportunity Employer: Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value. To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy. We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below or feel free to discuss this during your interview. For more information on the benefits of working for the Council, please visit <a href=\"https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us\">https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us</a>. Contact Information: If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Marilyn St Ange (Fostering Team Manger) at <a href=\"mailto:marilyn.stange@walthamforest.gov.uk\">marilyn.stange@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> or 0208 496 6288 If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Recruitment Team via email at <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk\">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"PO2 £41,442 - £44,331","publishDate":"2025-02-05T09:30:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-10T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/022e739d-e285-4d74-ae5b-22183b815b1b.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"dfa77031-5604-4317-b8df-57622cdddc01","title":"1:1 Teaching Assistant","employer":"Medway Council","department":"Greenvale Primary School","location":"Greenvale Primary School","locationType":3,"description":"At Greenvale our ethos is ‘Nurture – Inspire – Succeed’ and our school visions are based around our 6 Core Values which underpin all that we do and add to the success and inclusive nature of our school: \nRespect, Readiness, Resourcefulness, Responsibility, Resilience and Reflectiveness \nWe believe that children need to play, explore, observe, investigate, repeat, copy, problem solve and represent in order to come to terms with themselves, other people and the world around. We are lucky to have a staff of wonderfully inspiring and dedicated teachers and teaching assistants, who not only have high expectations in all areas of the curriculum, but are also supportive of every child's needs.\nWe are looking to appoint a 1:1 Teaching Assistant to work under the direction of the Inclusion Manager and Headteacher.\nFixed Term Contract to 31st August 2025 (with the strong possibility of extending further) \nThe successful candidate will have:\n• NVQ Level 3 qualification, or equivalent • A flexible and proactive approach to their workload • Be passionate about inclusion and strongly committed to promoting equality • A sense of humour • Experience of working with children with SEND\nGreenvale Primary School is committed to recruiting with care and safeguarding, promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.\nIn line with KCSIE 2024 guidance, as part of the shortlisting process, the School reserves the right to research shortlisted candidates on social media and the internet as part of our due diligence. The recruitment panel may take this information into consideration during the recruitment process. Any information will be treated as confidential and will only be used in relation for the post for which you have applied for. ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"NJC Medway D2 Range (4 – 11) £24,404 to £27,269 per annum FTE","publishDate":"2025-02-04T15:48:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-25T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/71187870-82df-4e0c-81bc-18704bd5dee9.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"43623b39-d355-4453-af86-54ac4f2072eb","title":"Commissioner","employer":"London Borough of Newham","department":"","location":"Greater London","locationType":3,"description":"Commissioner - Adults and Health Full-Time, Permanent PO7 £54,129 - £57,201 About Newham Over the last few years Newham has built a national reputation for positive risk taking and innovative and transformative commissioning, winning LGC recognition for Trusted Assessor model, Rough Sleeping and our Health and Wellbeing Strategy. We are committed to the commissioning of strengths based services that will maximise resident independence and keep residents living safely and happily at home for as long as possible. If you have ideas, grit and a desire to improve people’s lives, Newham is the best next step for your career. About The Role Working with a variety of stakeholders, you will transform services and deliver positive outcomes for Newham’s Care Act eligible residents - putting in place safe, high-quality, value-for-money services that enable residents to improve their health and wellbeing, safe in their own home. You will be responsible for: <ul>\n<li>Delivering significant transformation across the Supported Living Pathway through all stages of the Commissioning Cycle;</li> <li>Embedding our newly developed outcomes focused monitoring approach that will maximise resident independence and value for money;</li> <li>Contract managing our commissioned service and overseeing commissioning related activity to facilitate continuous improvement;</li> <li>Managing a small team of Commissioning / Contracts Officers;</li> <li>Designing and procuring new Supporting Living Services through the newly establish Dynamic Purchasing Vehicle (DPV);</li> <li>Working closely with Operational colleagues to ensure that our residents receive the best possible services to meet their individual needs.</li> </ul> About You You will have: <ul>\n<li>Knowledge and experience of Adult Social Care;</li> <li>Experience in all aspects of the commissioning cycle and be able to critically appraise service delivery to develop innovative solutions;</li> <li>Experience of writing and presenting detailed and well-reasoned reports and business cases to senior management boards;</li> <li>Experience and ability to manage a small staff team;</li> <li>The ability to contract manage and establish effective working relationships and with key stakeholders including local Providers and residents;</li> <li>Strong organisational / ’political’ awareness and record of successfully delivering and influencing organisational change.</li> </ul> We are keen to work with exceptional individuals who have the experience, vision and ambition to help us create an improved and sustainable future for our Care Act eligible residents and those on the edge of care. If this sounds like you, we would welcome your application. Please view JD here Closing Date: 23rd February 2025 Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn.\n\n <img src=\"https://ars2.equest.com/?response_id=5c2218881021289ed2a45faef6d1d5d2&view\" alt=\" \" width=\"1\" height=\"1\">","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£50,000 - £74,999","publishDate":"2025-02-04T15:40:04.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-23T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/0b210cf2-e22e-48c7-90a5-563c4ddc88eb.JPG","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"3b4dab3a-edaf-4320-a235-010244d79013","title":"Majority Labour Group Political Assistant","employer":"London Borough of Newham","department":"","location":"Greater London","locationType":3,"description":"Majority Labour Group Political Assistant £44,331 - £47,532 per annum Fixed Term until May 2026 Would you thrive in a political environment, providing broad-ranging support to the Majority Labour Group of the Council? \n\n This is a fast-paced, exciting and varied role which will provide challenge, opportunity and satisfaction in equal measure. Working closely with the Directly Elected Mayor as Leader of the Labour Group, the Group Officers, Chief Whip and other members, you will support the effective working of the Group itself and with council officers and other stakeholders. \n\n With a good understanding of the Labour Party and its ways of working, you will organise and support Group and other meetings, undertake research and advise on the development of political strategy, policies and positions, and draft reports, briefings, Motions for Council, speeches/ speaking notes, communications etc to help the Group to take these forward. You will also support engagement with the Labour Party nationally and at London level. \n\n You will be able to build and maintain the trust of the Mayor, Group Officers and all Labour Councillors through strong working relationships, discretion and balance, and effective delivery of various kinds of support. An acute ability to spot issues or sensitivities quickly and the initiative and judgement to help shape effective responses will be your hallmark. You will have the personal resilience to operate effectively to support a large and diverse political group. \n\n You will sit within the Mayor’s Office team and will be expected to work flexibly, involving at least 3 days a week in the office or in person with Group members or colleagues, and some work outside normal working hours (evenings and weekends). \n\n This post is established under section 9 of the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 and politically restricted under section 2(1) of the same Act. IMPORTANT: If you are an LBN member of staff and applying for this role as a secondment you should note that secondments are subject to the agreement of your current employing service. Please ensure that you inform your line manager of your intention to apply for the post in the first instance.\n To apply please submit your CV and supporting statement in no more than x2 A4 sides explaining your suitability and how you meet the criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description and Person Specification. \n For further information about the role, contact Sarah Sturrock, Interim Strategic Adviser to the Mayor, sarah.sturrock@newham.gov.uk , 07960 076925. Please view JD here\n Closing Date: 11.59pm, Sunday 2nd March 2025 \n Technical Interviews: Monday 10th & Tuesday 11th March 2025 \n Member Panel: w/c 17th or 24th March 2025 pm \n Start Date: As soon as possible \n Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn.\n <img src=\"https://ars2.equest.com/?response_id=21ca382c56b73be90726b6a7faccba5b&view\" alt=\" \" width=\"1\" height=\"1\">","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£40,000 - £49,999","publishDate":"2025-02-04T15:40:04.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-03-02T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/afe8a208-e5e9-4ac8-9597-f1ec64a91add.JPG","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d5f7a2ce-8231-451f-a8c1-4e998acb7eb2","title":"Leaving Care Personal Advisor (Starting Well)","employer":"London Borough of Havering","department":"","location":"Essex","locationType":3,"description":" \nGrade 7 - £42,324 - £46,512 - Leaving Care Personal Advisor (Starting Well)\nLondon Borough of Havering\nContract: Permanent\n \nMessage from the Director\nAre you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children, young people, and families? Do you have a strong desire to be part of a transformative journey that will shape the future of Havering’s community? If so, we invite you to join us in our mission to elevate our local authority's Children's Social Care Services, situated within our Starting Well Department.\nFollowing our recent inadequate Ofsted inspection, we are embarking on an improvement journey where we aim to re-establish and reinvigorate great practice across all our services delivered in Havering. As part of this journey, we are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic social care practitioners ready to make a meaningful difference, driven by a genuine desire to advocate for children, promote their well-being, and who are not afraid to take on the challenge of working for a local authority who have been inspected by Ofsted as inadequate.\nIn return, we want to offer you the opportunity to develop your skills through our dedicated 10 days of learning a year offer and access to our very own Social Care Academy and Systemic offer. We are committed to creating an environment where every child receives the best possible support and care, and all staff are supported to thrive and excel in safe, supported, and nurturing environments.\nOur Senior leaders have worked on an improvement plan, and if you are ready to embrace this challenge and play a pivotal role in shaping our journey, we encourage you to apply.\nWe look forward to welcoming individuals who share our vision and drive.\nAbout the role \nThe London Borough of Havering is looking to recruit Leaving Care Personal Advisors - (Starting Well) to contribute to the delivery of an effective children’s social care service as part of a social work team, improving outcomes for children and young people, and manage caseloads dependent upon experience, grade of post and complexity of cases, utilising specialist knowledge for appropriate interventions, needs and risk assessments, care planning and child protection investigations.\nIf successful in your application for the role of LCPA, London Borough of Havering, you will/will be:\n<ul>\n<li>Manage and develop positive working relationships with young people living locally and nationally, empowering young people to participate in all decision-making processes affecting their lives and ensure feedback to shaping developments in the leaving care service.</li>\n<li>Hold caseload responsibility for children and young people ensuring comprehensive assessments of needs, strengths, and risks are undertaken in timescales. </li>\n<li>Develop, monitor and review holistic pathway plans in timescales to ensure young people’s identified needs are met and supported by setting realistic goals, and using appropriate interventions to help care leavers achieve their potential.</li>\n<li>Provide advice and guidance to young people on the support available to them, including ensuring they aware are of and receive their financial entitlements as set out in the local offer. </li>\n<li>Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed for children and vulnerable adults to ensure their safety and respond to and challenge inequalities and discrimination to care leavers. </li>\n</ul>\nPlease see Job Profile here\nWe promote a hybrid model of working for our social care staff, with a flexible approach involving working from our town hall campus/hubs. In this role, you are expected to work from our town hall campus when required. In addition, we also encourage a flexible approach to team building opportunities (we love a catch up over a cuppa, breakfast or lunch) which often take place Face to Face in line with our model of practice.\nAs one of the greenest boroughs in London, resourcefulness is in our nature. We don’t wait to be told, we take the initiative. We face the future head-on, embracing new challenges with open minds and fresh ideas. There’s lots of opportunities to progress here, and if you seize them we’ll support you all the way. Choose Havering and see the difference you’ll make to the people that live, work and learn here.\nFrom caring for those who need it most, to ensuring our highways and streets are safe, providing a roof over the heads of our residents, providing excellent customer service or, enhancing our digital services for staff and residents, there are so many ways you can make a positive influence here. And, whether you’re outdoorsy, people-focused or analytical, we have a role that’s right for you.\nFor an informal discussion about the post, please contact by email on Moksuda.uddin@havering.gov.uk . This advert will close at 23:59 on the 2nd March 2025\nShould you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770\nAdditional Information\nWe want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees.\nThe London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.\nPlease attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role.\nWe practice anonymised recruitment. 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The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of Finance, HR, Premises and Health and Safety.\nYour role:\n<ul>\n<li>Ensure that all business functions are streamlined to support the school in delivering excellent education.</li>\n<li>Provide overall leadership for all business-related aspects of the school, ensuring that the school operates in a financially and operationally sustainable way.</li>\n<li>Oversee and expand the business opportunities underpinning future growth strategies.</li>\n<li>Support with all HR activities, including staff recruitment, contracts and staff wellbeing.</li>\n<li>Be responsible for the school’s premises management and ensure compliance with health & safety standards.</li>\n</ul>\n \nOur ideal candidate will:\n<ul>\n<li>Have a School Business Manager qualification or evidence of senior experience in a similar organisation.</li>\n<li> Experience of managing staff to a high level, a HR qualification would be an advantage.</li>\n<li> Be self-motivated, pro-active and able to work independently.</li>\n<li> Be someone who thrives on managing a varied workload using excellent organisational skills.</li>\n<li> Have strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.</li>\n<li> Have an understanding of financial budgets and cost management processes.</li>\n<li> Be a strategic thinker who can balance operational demands with long term goals.</li>\n</ul>\n \nSt Mary's Hare Park School is a Catholic Independent School found in Havering within easy reach of London. \nThe school is a successful and highly respected Catholic school with a strong history of excellent academic results. Children go onto a variety of grammar and independent schools in the south east region. They are educated within a strong Catholic ethos although the school has a number of pupils from a variety of other ethnic and religious backgrounds. The rich curriculum on offer promotes learning which enables children to fulfil their full potential in a warm and inspiring environment where the arts, sports and languages are also promoted at all ages. \n \nAbout St Mary's Hare Park School\nThe school was founded and established as a Charitable Trust under the management of the Board of Trustees to provide education for Roman Catholic children, however, the school has a rich, multi-cultural tradition and we welcome families of other denominations/religions who are willing to support the ethos of the school. Admission is for girls and boys from 2½ years to 11 years, from our Nursery through to Year 6.\nSt. Mary’s Hare Park is a place which is very special to everyone who comes here – be it as a child, parent or a member of staff. We are all very proud of our school and of the children’s learning and achievements. We provide a safe, caring and supportive atmosphere in which children can learn, play and enjoy. Our curriculum offers our pupils rich and exciting learning opportunities and inspires them to do their very best.\n \nTo apply, please send your completed application form to <a href=\"mailto:Office@stmarysharepark.co.uk\">Office@stmarysharepark.co.uk</a>\nClosing date for applications: 21st February 2025 12pm","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£42,386 - £46,979 per annum","publishDate":"2025-02-04T14:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-21T12:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/2d8d935a-3fd6-466a-8f6b-a9d477e4efa3.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"59f4291c-78eb-4aeb-9cfb-bf92f75f4f4c","title":"School Business Manager","employer":"London Borough Of Waltham Forest","department":"","location":"Mission Grove Primary School, Buxton Road, Walthamstow, London","locationType":3,"description":"Mission Grove is an exciting, friendly and engaging place to learn and work. The school enjoys a respectful, co-operative and mutually supportive staff team where the children are the centre of everything we do. Mission Grove is a learning zone for pupils, staff, governors and the local community. Everyone has a responsibility to be positive about the school and promote the school’s excellent reputation.\nIn June 2023 the school underwent a short OFSTED inspection and was judged ‘Good’. 'Leaders and staff have high expectations of what pupils can achieve.' The 2 areas that were identified as areas that the school needs to improve are embedding the curriculum and being more strategic.\nThe school is on a split site, North (Buxton Road) South (Exmouth Road). We are a four form entry school, except in 2019/20 cohort which has 3 forms of entry. We have a 50 FTE place nursery on the North site and a 20 FTE place on the South. We provide 2 year old provision for 20 FTE children on the North site. We offer full time nursery places on both sites. We offer ‘wrap around care’ in the form of breakfast and after school clubs, as well as a Holiday Club.\n VISION For the children at Mission Grove to become well rounded individuals who have drive, passion and the confidence to do their best; who leave with the skills to succeed and flourish in life. Staff have high expectations of themselves and others and are reflective practitioners. 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If you have a passion for learning and believe that you can deliver Science and can secure excellent outcomes, we would welcome your application.\nConnaught School for Girls is an over-subscribed school in Leytonstone, East London.\nBeing a small, secondary school enables us to offer students a personalised learning experience:\n<ul>\n<li>We are a high achieving school producing excellent rates of student progression and examination results</li>\n<li>We are fully committed to girls’ education as we believe the girls thrive and develop in a single sex environment</li>\n<li>Standards of student behaviour is outstanding</li>\n<li>Our school ethos is one of inclusivity and high expectations</li>\n</ul>\nIf you think this is the post for you, please go to our website for further details and an application pack. Applications should be sent to iblanc3.320@connaught-cloud.co.uk\nCandidates are invited to contact Ingrid Blanc to arrange for an informal tour of the school which does not form part of the shortlist procedures. \nRehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975\n This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 because it is a post which involves working directly with children or young people. The [school/trust] is legally obligated to process a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before making appointments to relevant posts. The DBS check will reveal both spent and unspent convictions, cautions, and bind-overs as well as pending prosecutions, which are not “protected” under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.\nThe closing date for applications is Midnight on Sunday 23rd February 2025 and interviews will be held week beginning Monday 24th February 2025. 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Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, only 30 miles from London, 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. It provides excellent opportunities for affordable home ownership. Adult Social Care is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community, so it is an exciting time to join us. We have recently introduced a competency progression framework linked to salary. The post We have an exciting opportunity for experienced Social Workers (must have completed ASYE and registered with Social Work England) who are highly motivated to work within our generic locality teams. We are looking for people who are committed to delivering a high-quality service. The service is delivered using a strengths-based (Conversations Model), person centred approach. We have implemented an innovative locality-based service giving the opportunity to establish close links with local communities and partners. Your practice will have a strong emphasis on quality and achieving the best possible outcomes for people. We promote individual aspirations, enhance independence and wellbeing and maximise autonomy by supporting people to live their lives in the way that they choose. Working at Medway Council means that you will 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. There is an expectation that the post holder will be office based for a minimum of 2 days each week. Making you feel valued We offer excellent support including CPD learning opportunities and regular reflective supervision. Individual learning needs will be identified to develop specialist knowledge. We have a hybrid working model with a balance of remote working and office based. Our Offer\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>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>Assisted car purchase scheme</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\" href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\nOur organisation Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula. We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\" href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\" href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\" href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\" href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\" href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\" 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. If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting managers call 01634 331272 to arrange this. Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile. Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement 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. For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. 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. Please visit <a class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\" 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. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.\n<span class=\"fui-ChatMessage__body rd6f4dr ___f9kkp40 f10pi13n ftqa4ok f2hkw1w f8hki3x f1d2448m f1bjia2o ffh67wi f1j6vpng f1pniga2 f987i1v f1ffjurs f15bsgw9 f14e48fq f18yb2kv fd6o370 ffwy5si f3znvyf f57olzd f4stah7 f480a47 fs1por5 fk6fouc figsok6 fkhj508 f19n0e5 f9ijwd5 fx91ewl f1o0qvyv f9ggezi f1xp5gbu f150uoa4 ffyari3 f16xq7d1 fo7qwa0 fxowb0n fn5cvv7 f11ghf3q f13aoclr flypziy f10kwr27 fquw1qa fftr39l f13lathq f15hsm81 f2ss68y ffb60jq f8nuap2 f13nk4fk f7jacry fq08z5q fd9af6s fr74w9q fcl9uv6 f13sm7pj f1u6qqly f16wpxbl faim3u9 f6cs3qo fa2w2z3 fd39nx6 f10gn8j9 frcqmxy f1w9ws4k f1ddxkqj fd10euv fvuz61 f1nbc6gw\"><a class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\" href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">Homepage | Childcare Choices</a>\n<p class=\"fui-StyledText ___kbgecs0 fy9rknc fwrc4pm f1rvi9lw fi1h9r9 f1a3p1vp f1cmbuwj fly5x3f f1h500bm\" title=\"All about Government help with childcare costs, including 15 to 30 hours free childcare, Tax-Free Childcare, tax credits, Universal Credit, vouchers and support while you study\">All about Government help with childcare costs, including 15 to 30 hours free childcare, Tax-Free Childcare, tax credits, Universal Credit, vouchers and support while you study\n<span class=\"fui-ChatMessage__body rd6f4dr ___f9kkp40 f10pi13n ftqa4ok f2hkw1w f8hki3x f1d2448m f1bjia2o ffh67wi f1j6vpng f1pniga2 f987i1v f1ffjurs f15bsgw9 f14e48fq f18yb2kv fd6o370 ffwy5si f3znvyf f57olzd f4stah7 f480a47 fs1por5 fk6fouc figsok6 fkhj508 f19n0e5 f9ijwd5 fx91ewl f1o0qvyv f9ggezi f1xp5gbu f150uoa4 ffyari3 f16xq7d1 fo7qwa0 fxowb0n fn5cvv7 f11ghf3q f13aoclr flypziy f10kwr27 fquw1qa fftr39l f13lathq f15hsm81 f2ss68y ffb60jq f8nuap2 f13nk4fk f7jacry fq08z5q fd9af6s fr74w9q fcl9uv6 f13sm7pj f1u6qqly f16wpxbl faim3u9 f6cs3qo fa2w2z3 fd39nx6 f10gn8j9 frcqmxy f1w9ws4k f1ddxkqj fd10euv fvuz61 f1nbc6gw\"><a class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\" href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">www.childcarechoices.gov.uk</a>has context menu","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"SW2 up to £42,625 per annum (plus £3,000 retention payment to be paid in monthly instalments (pro rata) & £1,000 Golden Hello payment to be paid on successful completion of the probation period) (pro rata)","publishDate":"2025-02-04T09:56:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-23T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/5d67cbba-0661-4428-9fd4-de545bb79c9f.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d97bace2-03a8-44a5-aadd-3a0603323097","title":"Housing Engagement Manager","employer":"London Borough Of Waltham Forest","department":"","location":"To be confirmed","locationType":3,"description":"JOB DESCRIPTION Organisation: London Borough of Waltham Forest Directorate: Place Grade: PO6 Salary: £51,093 - £54,129 Contract Type: Permanent / Full time Working hours per week: 36 Application Deadline: 17/02/2025 Reference:1437 About Us: Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work. We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents. London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the <a href=\"https://www.london.gov.uk/good-work-standard\">Mayor of London's Good Work Standard</a> employers. This accreditation is a proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment. About the role: As housing engagement manager, you will support a culture of continuous improvement by ensuring that residents' views are gathered and used to drive improvements to housing services. This is an exciting and dynamic opportunity for someone with a background in resident or stakeholder engagement. You will be responsible for leading a team of engagement officers to ensure that residents are provided with consistently rich and meaningful opportunities to engage with housing services through a variety of channels and forums including: <ul> <li>High level strategic resident involvement via our Resident Influence & Accountability Panel (RIAP) and Resident Building Safety Group</li> <li>Resident scrutiny teams</li> <li>tenants and residents' associations (TRAs) and informal resident groups</li> <li>residents' events, both on-site and remote</li> <li>digital and virtual engagement</li> <li>focus groups</li> </ul>Underpinning our programme of resident engagement activities is a comprehensive resident engagement strategy, which the housing engagement team will be responsible for shaping and then successfully delivering. Alongside responsible for housing engagement activities, you will also be responsible for managing several community rooms at our largest estates including our vibrant community centre at Priory Court Estate. >> <a href=\"https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/Role%20Profiles/EI%20Housing%20Engagement%20Manager%20PO6%20%281%29%20%281%29.pdf\">Click here to download the Role Profile </a><< Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Leading a team of housing engagement officers to ensure that the Council's programme of resident engagement activities is delivered successfully with evidence of impact;</li> <li>Delivering on the regulatory requirements of the Transparency, Influence and Accountability Standard (outcomes about how landlords provide information, listen to tenants, and act on their views) and building a stronger landlord- tenant relationshipDeveloping new and innovative ways of ensuring residents are engaged with productively;</li> <li>Delivering the Council's housing engagement strategy to ensure that all key objectives and milestones are met;</li> <li>Ensuring that the Council's resident engagement offer is comprehensive, equitable, diverse and inclusive in its reach and successfully engages across the breadth of our communities;</li> <li>Oversight of the operations of the Housing services' community assets, including Priory Court Community Centre.</li> </ul>Qualifications and Requirements:<ul> <li>Background in engagement and consultation with excellent communication skills</li> <li>Experience of successfully leading and managing a team of officers</li> <li>Demonstrable success in fostering rapport with a range of key stakeholders</li> <li>Able to switch interchangeably from a strategic to operational mindset </li> <li>Some experience in facilities management.</li> </ul>Housing experience is not essential but is desirable. Terms and conditions: The below terms and conditions apply to this role:<ul> <li>Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks; </li> <li>Satisfactory declaration of interest; </li> <li>Suitable driver's license; </li> <li>As a public authority, we must ensure that members of staff in public-facing roles are able to speak fluent English. This means that they must have a command of spoken English, with confidence and accuracy, sufficient for the effective performance of their role. This requirement does not refer to any particular English language qualifications, regional or international accents, dialects, speech impediments or the tone of conversations. It does not require staff to speak only in English. </li> </ul> How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications online by pressing the 'Apply' button below. This includes a supporting statement that outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Equal Opportunity Employer: Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value. To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy. We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below or feel free to discuss this during your interview. For more information on the benefits of working for the Council, please visit <a href=\"https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us\">https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us</a>. Contact Information: If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Salvatore Barbato, Interim Housing Insight and Service Improvement Manager, salvatore.barbato@walthamforest.gov.uk If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Recruitment Team via email at <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk\">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>. The Council's preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk so we can arrange an alternative application method. Click here for further information on the <a href=\"https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/council-and-elections/your-data-and-privacy/our-privacy-notices/hr-recruitment-privacy-notice\">Human Resources recruitment privacy notice</a>.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£51,093 - £54,129","publishDate":"2025-02-04T09:17:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-17T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/75098869-e846-4a3a-be91-5d8dd08e545e.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"92dbedd9-0234-46df-a93e-de8819a6918e","title":"Tenancy Management Officer","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid - Works part from Gun Wharf and part from home","locationType":2,"description":"Medway Council Landlord Services owns and manages around 3200 homes in the Medway area. We aim to provide excellent services to tenants.\nWe are a high performing customer focussed service. Our performance is excellent when compared with other similar housing organisations.\nWe are looking for an experienced, dynamic, and highly motivated Tenancy Management professional to join our Tenancy Team and help us continue to provide excellent services to our customers. Main duties include:\n<ul>\n<li>To deal with complex cases where the tenancy may be at risk. This may include self-neglect cases or hoarded properties, to attend professional’s meetings and to work closely with the Tenancy Management Sustainment Officer.</li>\n<li>To carry out Lettings and Sign-ups on Medway Council properties and garages.</li>\n<li>Dealing with a wide range of tenancy management functions such as mutual exchange requests, succession and change of tenancy requests.</li>\n<li>Consulting with and working closely with our customers to ensure their views are considered around the management of their homes.</li>\n<li>Carrying out tenancy visits that includes introductory tenancy visits and tenancy audits.</li>\n<li>Carry out estate inspections and ensure that our estates and blocks look as good as possible through regular inspections and good liaison with our cleaning and grounds maintenance contractors.</li>\n<li>Ensure that Medway Council are compliant in gas servicing and representing the Council in Court for no access properties as and when required.</li>\n<li>To attend surgeries on a regular basis and to represent the Tenancy Team at Community events.</li>\n<li>Work closely with the Tenancy Management Anti-Social Behaviour Officer where there is a cross over of anti-social behaviour and other tenancy breaches.</li>\n<li>To cover the Housing Duty Phone line on a rota basis.</li>\n</ul>\nYou must be able to demonstrate:\n<ul>\n<li>Experience of working in a social housing management environment, ideally within a local authority environment.</li>\n<li>Excellent customer service skills.</li>\n<li>A working knowledge of tenancy management law and good practise.</li>\n<li>A commitment to teamwork, and to providing excellent customer services.</li>\n<li>A current driving license and daily access to a vehicle.</li>\n<li>A standard DBS check required.</li>\n<li>Able to prioritise and manage your own workload and meet competing deadlines.</li>\n</ul>\nIn return we offer you: \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>\nWe'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. \nOur organisation: \nMedway 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.\nSituated 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.\nWe 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.\nWorking 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.\nIf you would like an informal discussion on this role, please contact Chris Rourke (Tenancy Manager) on 01634 333344.\nInterviews are due to take place on the 7 March 2025.\nImportant Information- \nApplicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile\n<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>\nMedway 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.\nFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. \nPlease 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.\nPlease 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.\nWe reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£29,793 - £35,410 per annum / pro rata","publishDate":"2025-02-04T09:06:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-14T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/b65b3f33-d615-4200-b5c1-09dad86792fa.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"343b6735-4c2d-40c3-b49a-67454c943b14","title":"Experienced Social Worker","employer":"Kent County Council","department":"","location":"The Willows, Swanley","locationType":2,"description":"<div>\nWe are seeking a dedicated and experienced Social Worker to join Dartford Children's Social Work Team at The Willows in Swanley. The successful candidate will manage a Children & Families caseload of higher levels of complexity, involving the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of appropriate action to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and their families. This role includes hybrid/flexible working arrangements.\nKent County Council's children's services have been rated \"outstanding\" by Ofsted following an inspection in May 2022. The Ofsted report, published on July 5, 2022, records the top score in three of the four categories and \"good\" in the fourth, with the overall effectiveness in providing children's services as \"outstanding\".\nThe report highlights that children are at the center of the council's culture and practice, supported and cared for by an experienced and skilled workforce who listen and respond to their views and feelings. When families need help with the care of their children, or if there are concerns about the safety of a child, they receive a swift response and good help and support from children's social care services.\nKey Responsibilities:\n<ul>\n<li>Manage a complex caseload, including assessment and planning in cases involving high levels of risk or need, within the parameters of agreed policies and practices.</li>\n<li>Work in partnership with the child, parents and carers, Health Service, Education Authority, District Councils, commercial and private sector, and voluntary bodies to identify, evaluate, and review care plans to produce positive outcomes for children and their families.</li>\n<li>Complete effective and timely recording of accurate information using agreed systems.</li>\n<li>Maintain an awareness of changes in child development, related theories, legislation, corporate and directorate policies, local and agency practices.</li>\n<li>Prepare applications for submission to Family Courts and represent the County Council’s Children & Families Service as required in Court.</li>\n<li>Operate across a variety of SCS teams to gain diverse knowledge and experience.</li>\n</ul>\nPerson Specification:\n<ul>\n<li>\nQualifications: Degree in Social Work, CQSW/DipSW or equivalent, and up-to-date registration with the appropriate professional body.</li>\n<li>\nExperience: Diverse post-qualification practice experience in Children and Families, including systemic practice such as Signs of Safety.</li>\n</ul>\nSkills and Abilities:\n<ul>\n<li>Ability to supervise and develop student placements and other social work staff.</li>\n<li>Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with children, families, and colleagues.</li>\n<li>Strong report-writing skills and the ability to communicate clearly in writing.</li>\n<li>Ability to work effectively on own initiative as well as within a team.</li>\n<li>Competence in working within a court setting.</li>\n<li>Computer literacy.</li>\n</ul>\nKnowledge:\n<ul>\n<li>Good working knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures relating to Looked After Children, Children in Need, and children in the Child Protection System.</li>\n<li>Understanding of family court proceedings and factors relating to adults, including mental health, domestic violence, and substance misuse</li>\n</ul>\nPersonal Qualities:\n<ul>\n<li>\n<ul>\n<li>Emotionally resilient.</li>\n<li>Commitment to personal learning and development.</li>\n<li>Commitment to equal opportunities and valuing diversity.</li>\n<li>Flexibility and the ability to maintain confidentiality.</li>\n<li>Commitment to Social Work England Code of Conduct and reflective practice.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\nTransport:\nWhilst we foster a hybrid working approach, the role requires you to be mobile throughout a wide operational area including travelling around the county of Kent and beyond to transport children and their belongings and be available to do so in an emergency.\nThis 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.\nBenefits:\n<ul>\n<li>A competitive starting salary, including an annual market premium payment of up to £5,000.</li>\n<li>A supportive team working environment with regular supervision.</li>\n<li>Access to a wide range of formal and informal CPD activities underpinned by a performance appraisal scheme and career progression pathway.</li>\n<li>An annual appraisal linking your learning and development needs.</li>\n<li>Generous annual leave allowance.</li>\n<li>Local Government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Flexible working opportunities including flexi time, part time, remote and hybrid working – dependant on your job role and business need.</li>\n<li>Relocation Package.</li>\n<li>You will also have a range of professional development opportunities including the exciting social care academy and routes for progression.</li>\n</ul>\nEligibility:\nThis 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.\nThis 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.\nContact Details:\n</div>\n<div>\nFor further information, please contact Charles Okoh charles.okoh@kent.gov.uk\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£32,933 - £43,592 per annum","publishDate":"2025-02-04T08:36:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-05T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/62c323a8-8e0c-4a1f-8f47-ab85d5591f98.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"b1895ad8-15d1-4806-b40e-bb1c64428a43","title":"Class Teachers","employer":"London Borough Of Waltham Forest","department":"","location":"Chase Lane Primary School, York Road, Chingford, London","locationType":3,"description":"Chase Lane Primary School and Nursery Unit\nYork Road, Chingford, London E4 8LA\nTelephone 020 8529 6827\nEmail chaselanepri@clpwaltham.org.uk\n \n‘Nurturing curious minds in our community ready for a sustainable future.’\n ‘Pupils at Chase Lane Primary enjoy school life. They are kind, friendly and respectful to each other. Staff care about the pupils and their families. They know the pupils well and do everything they can to meet pupils individual needs.\nThere is a true spirit of community here’ (Ofsted December 2022)\nChase Lane Primary School and Nursery is a vibrant and successful school in the North East of London with approximately 680 children on roll representing over 40 different languages. A clear vision and deep-rooted values are at the heart of our work. Our children amaze us on a daily basis and we are very proud of them. We have exceptional facilities including a modern building, extensive outdoor spaces and advanced ICT provision.\nClass Teacher \nClass Teacher 0.4 Contract (2 days per week)\nSalary Range – M1 to UPS3 £36,413 to £53,994\nWe are seeking to appoint an outstanding class teacher. The right candidate will be a dynamic and highly motivated practitioner ready to work with another outstanding practitioner. This role is a tremendous opportunity for a dedicated and ambitious individual looking for a challenging and rewarding role to start in September or during the summer term depending on availability. \nThe ideal candidate will able to: -\n<ul>\n<li>Motivate children to achieve their best</li>\n<li>Be an outstanding and enthusiastic classroom practitioner who is dedicated and committed to their own professional development</li>\n<li>Encourage and promote high expectations of children to ensure high levels of achievement and attainment</li>\n<li>Be an excellent team player with outstanding communication skills.</li>\n</ul>\nClosing date: 12 noon Thursday 27th February 2025\nShortlisting: Friday 28th February 2025\nInterviews: Monday 3rd March - Friday 14th March 2025 \nTo arrange a visit to the school, please contact the Office Manager, Mrs DaSilva on\n0208 529 6827. Application packs can be downloaded from the school website <a href=\"http://www.chaselaneprimary.waltham.sch.uk\">www.chaselaneprimary.waltham.sch.uk</a> on the ‘School Info’ page under the section entitled ‘Vacancies’.\nFor safer recruitment purposes, application forms must be completed in full and CVs will not be accepted. Completed application forms can be returned via email to: <a href=\"mailto:chaselanepri@clpwaltham.org.uk%20\">chaselanepri@clpwaltham.org.uk </a>\nThe school is committed to safer recruitment practice & pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any employment is confirmed. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"MPS - UPS £36,413 to £53,994","publishDate":"2025-02-03T17:20:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-27T12:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/a1d32695-a80c-43ef-83a1-3deed83e5598.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"10986a5b-1e75-40a9-b504-bcc0a64a68e9","title":"Music Specialist","employer":"London Borough Of Waltham Forest","department":"","location":"Chase Lane Primary School, York Road, Chingford, London","locationType":3,"description":"Chase Lane Primary School and Nursery Unit\nYork Road, Chingford, London E4 8LA\nTelephone 020 8529 6827\nEmail chaselanepri@clpwaltham.org.uk\n \n‘Nurturing curious minds in our community ready for a sustainable future.’ \n‘Pupils at Chase Lane Primary enjoy school life. They are kind, friendly and respectful to each other. Staff care about the pupils and their families. They know the pupils well and do everything they can to meet pupils individual needs.\nThere is a true spirit of community here’ (Ofsted December 2022)\nChase Lane Primary School and Nursery is a vibrant and successful school in the North East of London with approximately 680 children on roll representing over 40 different languages. A clear vision and deep-rooted values are at the heart of our work. Our children amaze us on a daily basis and we are very proud of them. We have exceptional facilities including a modern building, extensive outdoor spaces and advanced ICT provision.\nMusic Specialist\n Music Teacher 0.6 Contract (3 days per week)\nFor a 1 year Maternity Cover from April 2025\n Salary Range – Unqualified teacher pay range to teachers’ main pay scale dependent on qualifications \nWe are seeking to appoint an experienced teacher, or an unqualified teacher specialist who is a dynamic and highly motivated practitioner to join our enthusiastic team. This role is a tremendous opportunity for a dedicated and ambitious individual looking for a challenging and rewarding role. The job will be teaching Music with children from KS1 through to KS2 on a Wednesday, Thursday and a Friday from April 2025.\nThe ideal candidate will able to: -\n<ul>\n<li>Motivate children to achieve their best</li>\n<li>Be an enthusiastic classroom practitioner who is dedicated and committed to their own professional development;</li>\n<li>Encourage and promote high expectations of children to ensure high levels of achievement and attainment;</li>\n<li>Be an excellent team player.</li>\n<li>Be Musical/ Able to play an instrument</li>\n</ul>\nClosing date: 12 noon Thursday 27th February 2025\nShortlisting: Friday 28th February 2025\nInterviews: Monday 3rd March - Friday 14th March 2025 \nTo arrange a visit to the school, please contact the Office Manager, Mrs DaSilva on\n0208 529 6827. Application packs can be downloaded from the school website <a href=\"http://www.chaselaneprimary.waltham.sch.uk\">www.chaselaneprimary.waltham.sch.uk</a> on the ‘School Info’ page under the section entitled ‘Vacancies’.\nCompleted application forms can be returned via email to: <a href=\"mailto:chaselanepri@clpwaltham.org.uk%20\">chaselanepri@clpwaltham.org.uk </a>for safer recruitment purposes, application forms must be completed in full and CVs will not be accepted.\nThe school is committed to safer recruitment practice & pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any employment is confirmed. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"UNQ - MPS","publishDate":"2025-02-03T16:46:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-27T12:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/28c9082e-7d09-48c4-9d84-6d95a2518996.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"13145261-fd80-4def-bf7f-c5d8f1b7523a","title":"Senior Policy Officer (Insight and Participation)","employer":"London Borough Of Waltham Forest","department":"","location":"To be confirmed","locationType":3,"description":"JOB DESCRIPTION Organisation: London Borough of Waltham Forest Salary: PO6 £52,584 - £55,620 Contract Type: Full time Fixed term (12 Months) Working hours per week: 36 Application Deadline: 23/02/2025 Proposed Interview Date(s): TBC Reference:1623 About Us: Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work. We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents. London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the <a href=\"https://www.london.gov.uk/good-work-standard\">Mayor of London's Good Work Standard</a> employers. This accreditation is a proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment. The Council's preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk so we can arrange an alternative application method. About the role: This is a fast-paced role that will shape the council's work on community safety and participation around the issues that matter most to our residents. The successful applicant will have a positive, proactive, can-do approach, with demonstrable skills in effective collaboration across a diverse range of stakeholders The postholder will have a central role in leading the design, delivery and response to neighbourhood participation, including the council's ongoing response and engagement to our <a href=\"https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/neighbourhoods/crime-and-community-safety/community-safety/citizens-assembly-2024\">Citizens' Assembly on neighbourhood policing</a>. They will also play a key role in driving engagement initiatives across the Neighbourhood and Environment Directorate, leading on the development of cross-cutting strategy and policy to deliver key council priorities around our Council's Mission of creating safer and greener neighbourhoods. In the role you will be expected to: <ul> <li>Oversee our shared response to the Citizens' Assembly, working closely with the police, partners and residents to take forward a community-powered response to neighbourhood policing and community safety.</li> <li>Support and lead the design of participation and activation initiatives designed to empower residents to shape decision-making and service design to create safe, green neighbourhoods.</li> <li>Lead on the design and development of evidence-based strategy and policy to increase the uptake of participatory methods across the council in the delivery of key priorities.</li> <li>Provide high quality policy advice, support and guidance on community participation to council services, senior officers, Cabinet, and council members.</li> </ul> <a href=\"https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/Role%20Profiles/Senior%20Policy%20Officer_NED.pdf\">>> Click here to download the Role Profile << </a> Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Provide high quality policy advice, support and guidance to senior officers, Cabinet, and council members</li> <li>Monitor wider policy developments of relevance to the council and identify their implications and our responses</li> <li>Lead on the development of cross-cutting strategy and policy through pro-active research, consultation and analysis</li> <li>Use diverse participatory methods to involve a range of stakeholders in the development of strategies and policies.</li> <li>Oversee the implementation and delivery of projects, programmes and strategies.</li> <li>Work closely with the Council's Community Safety and Strategy and Design teams to effectively design and deliver the priorities of the organisation and administration.</li> <li>Actively contribute to the successful delivery of the vision for the Neighbourhoods and Environment Directorate and the wider organisation, working collaboratively with colleagues to continuously innovate the service.</li> </ul> Qualifications and Requirements: Essential: <ul> <li>Experience of managing projects, working to time, budget and quality in a large organisation </li> <li>Excellent written and oral communication skills, able to put together and deliver high-quality briefings and presentations at short notice.</li> <li>The ability to work creatively, collaboratively and positively to find solutions to problems. </li> <li>Excellent research, analysis, interpretation and evaluation skills.</li> <li>Robust, resilient, highly motivated and not easily discouraged.</li> <li>Ability to work with agility in a pressurised political environment.</li> <li>Confident in building relationships, influence and engage successfully with politicians, senior managers, colleagues and partners in politically sensitive situations.</li> <li>Excellent time management skills and the ability to manage a complex workload, prioritising tasks and thriving as priorities change.</li> <li>Significant experience or relevant skills for working in policy development in central, local government, public body or think tank, including providing high level advice to politicians or senior leaders.</li> <li>Experience of designing and delivering a range of participatory methods.</li> <li>Good ICT skills.</li> </ul> Desirable: <ul> <li>Understanding of political structures, processes and the civil service.</li> <li>Experience of collaborative policy development e.g. with think tanks and/or campaigning organisations.</li> <li>Knowledge of the workings of local government and the national and political environments, especially in relation to policing and community safety .</li> </ul> Indicative qualifications: <ul> <li>Educated to degree level of equivalent standard.</li> </ul> Terms and conditions: Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks. Satisfactory declaration of interest;. How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications online by pressing the 'Apply' button below. This includes a supporting statement that outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Equal Opportunity Employer: Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value. To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy. We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below or feel free to discuss this during your interview. For more information on the benefits of working for the Council, please visit <a href=\"https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us\">https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us</a>. Contact Information: If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Rebecca Teers, Community Safety Strategy Manager, at <a href=\"mailto:rebecca.teers@walthamforest.gov.uk\">rebecca.teers@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> If have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Recruitment Team via email at <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk\">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>. Click here for further information on the <a href=\"https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/council-and-elections/your-data-and-privacy/our-privacy-notices/hr-recruitment-privacy-notice\">Human Resources recruitment privacy notice</a>.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"PO6 £52,584 - £55,620","publishDate":"2025-02-03T16:35:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-23T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/16b2089b-aa73-4ec6-925d-57cefb4b39a4.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d823cb09-5228-4785-8221-099c72fd439b","title":"Child Protection Conference Chair","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Chatham, Kent","locationType":2,"description":"The children and young people of Medway have said the following qualities are really important to them:\n✓ Be a good listener\n✓ Be non-judgemental\n✓ Be consistent and stable\n✓ Understand me\n✓ Be honest\n✓ Be focused\n✓ Be realistic\n✓ Be resourceful in your approach\nIs this you?\nMedway has embarked on introducing Signs of Safety as our practice model - we are keen to develop our strengths and relationship-based practice. 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Support Assistant

London Borough of Newham

£25,000 - £29,999

Greater London (On-Site)

Posted 3 hours ago

Housing Assistant (Income)

Medway Council

£22,597 - £24,000 per annum / pro rata

Hybrid – Works part from Gun Wharf and part from home’ (Hybrid)

Posted 6 hours ago

Pensions Officer

London Borough of Redbridge

£37,068 to £38,058 per annum

Redbridge (Hybrid)

Posted 8 hours ago

Integrated Commissioning Manager (x4)

London Borough Of Waltham Forest

PO8 £57,663 - £60,819

To be confirmed (On-Site)

Posted 9 hours ago

Closing in 5 days

INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY Recruitment Training & Development Officer

London Borough Of Waltham Forest

PO2 £41,442 - £44,331

To be confirmed (On-Site)

Posted 10 hours ago

1:1 Teaching Assistant

Greenvale Primary School

NJC Medway D2 Range (4 – 11) £24,404 to £27,269 per annum FTE

Greenvale Primary School (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Commissioner

London Borough of Newham

£50,000 - £74,999

Greater London (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Majority Labour Group Political Assistant

London Borough of Newham

£40,000 - £49,999

Greater London (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Leaving Care Personal Advisor (Starting Well)

London Borough of Havering

44418

Essex (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

School Business Manager

St Mary's Hare Park School

£42,386 - £46,979 per annum

St Mary's Hare Park School (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

School Business Manager

London Borough Of Waltham Forest

PO6 £52,584- 55,620

Mission Grove Primary School, Buxton Road, Walthamstow, London (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Teacher of Art

London Borough Of Waltham Forest

M1 – UPR 3 34,514 – 51,179

Connaught School for Girls. Dyers Hall Road, Leytonstone, London E11 4AE (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Social Workers (Adult Social Care)

Medway Council

SW2 up to £42,625 per annum (plus £3,000 retention payment to be paid in monthly instalments (pro rata) & £1,000 Golden Hello payment to be paid on successful completion of the probation period) (pro rata)

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

Posted 1 day ago

Housing Engagement Manager

London Borough Of Waltham Forest

£51,093 - £54,129

To be confirmed (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Tenancy Management Officer

Medway Council

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

Hybrid - Works part from Gun Wharf and part from home (Hybrid)

Posted 1 day ago

Experienced Social Worker

Kent County Council

£32,933 - £43,592 per annum

The Willows, Swanley (Hybrid)

Posted 1 day ago

Class Teachers

London Borough Of Waltham Forest

MPS - UPS £36,413 to £53,994

Chase Lane Primary School, York Road, Chingford, London (On-Site)

Posted 2 days ago

Music Specialist

London Borough Of Waltham Forest

UNQ - MPS

Chase Lane Primary School, York Road, Chingford, London (On-Site)

Posted 2 days ago

Senior Policy Officer (Insight and Participation)

London Borough Of Waltham Forest

PO6 £52,584 - £55,620

To be confirmed (On-Site)

Posted 2 days ago

Child Protection Conference Chair

Medway Council

Up to £59,959 (inclusive of market allowance) + retention allowance

Chatham, Kent (Hybrid)

Posted 2 days ago

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Teacher of Art

Social Workers (Adult Social Care)

Housing Engagement Manager

Tenancy Management Officer

Experienced Social Worker

Class Teachers

Music Specialist

Senior Policy Officer (Insight and Participation)

Child Protection Conference Chair

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