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Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations. </em></p>\n\n<p><em>If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted. </em></p>\n<h2>About the role</h2><p>Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery has a vacancy for a SEN Teaching Assistant for approximately 23.5 hours/week to start as soon as possible. Ideally you will work Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Fridays, 08.40am - 3.15pm, but we can be flexible.</p>\n\n<p>Situated in the heart of Wivelsfield Green, near both Haywards Heath and Burgess Hill, the school is single form entry. 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Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and strongly encouraged; please contact the school to make an appointment.</p>\n\n<p>Closing date: Midday Friday 08 November 2024. </p>\n\n<p>Interviews will be held week commencing 11 November 2024. </p>\n\n<p>Interviews may be conducted before the closing date.</p>\n<h2>Additional information</h2><p> </p>\n\n<p>Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.</p>\n\n<p>Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.</p>\n\n<p> <br>\nThis authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 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If you enjoy working with children in a happy environment, where no two days are the same, and would relish the fact that you can make a positive difference, so the children you work with thrive emotionally and with their learning, this could be the job for you.</p>\n\n<p>The successful candidate will:</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>have a genuine passion for working to achieve the best outcomes for all children, including those with SEND;</li>\n\t<li>be a flexible team player;</li>\n\t<li>be committed to promoting high standards in all aspects of school life;</li>\n\t<li>be keen to engage in continuing professional development.</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>The school will offer:</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>a happy and supportive environment in spacious modern premises;</li>\n\t<li>a school that is forward thinking;</li>\n\t<li>good professional development opportunities.</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>If you are interested in the position and have any questions, please call the school: 01444 471393. </p>\n\n<p>There are also details in the job description a which can be found in our application pack on our website: <a href=\"http://www.wivelsfieldschool.org\">www.wivelsfieldschool.org</a>. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and strongly encouraged; please contact the school to make an appointment. </p>\n\n<p>Closing date: Midday Friday 8<sup>th</sup> November 2024. </p>\n\n<p>Interviews will be held week commencing 11<sup>th</sup> November 2024. </p>\n\n<p>Interviews may be conducted before the closing date.<strong> </strong></p>\n<h2>Additional information</h2><p>\n\n</p>\n\n<p>Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.</p>\n\n<p>Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.</p>\n\n<p> <br>\nThis authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to <a href=\"http://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check\">www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check</a>.</p>\n\n<p>All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.</p>\n\n<p></p>\n<h2>Company information</h2><p>East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£22,737 per annum pro rata","publishDate":"2024-10-24T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-08T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/69e84e5b-c76c-4982-8e53-05aa105ac839.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"a31bd189-137f-4f0c-955c-243d61763148","title":"Educational Psychologist","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Horsham, Worthing, Chichester","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> Soulbury Educational Psychologists Scale A 2-7 £44,474 to £54,609 per annum, plus up to 3 SPA points<br><strong>Working Pattern:</strong> 37 hours per week full-time, and part-time available, Monday to Friday<br><strong>Contract: </strong>Permanent <br><strong>Location:</strong> Your base location can be from County Hall Chichester, Bridge House Worthing, or County Hall North Horsham.</p><p><strong>Closing date: </strong>31 October 2024</p><p><strong>Interview date: </strong>Interviews will be held on an ad hoc basis. Please do not wait until the closing date to apply.</p><p> </p><p>Are you currently training to be an Educational Psychologist?</p><p>Or do you already hold your Educational Psychology qualification and are looking for a new opportunity?</p><p>We would love to hear from you.</p><p> </p><p>To respond to an increase in demand for Educational Psychologists within West Sussex, we are building our expanding Educational Psychology Service for our 2024 and 2026 cohorts. This includes broadening the range of work we undertake in this service.</p><p>If you are passionate about evidence-based outcomes, with a child/young person focus, and would love to help shape our service, this is a fantastic opportunity for you.</p><p>You would become part of our evolving Educational Psychology Service, focussing on early intervention whilst maintaining excellent standards of delivery on our statutory requirements.</p><p>We are looking for someone who enjoys working collaboratively with team members and stakeholders, to achieve outcomes for children and their families.</p><p>We welcome applications from:</p><ul>\n<li>Fully qualified and experienced Educational Psychologists</li>\n<li>Trainee Educational Psychologists towards the end of their second year</li>\n<li>Trainee Educational Psychologists in their final year of training and who are soon to be qualified.</li>\n</ul><p>Please note that Newly Qualified Educational Psychologists will start on Soulbury EP Scale A point 4 (£48,575 per annum).</p><p><strong>Please note:</strong> You must be able to travel throughout the county including to locations that are not always accessible by public transport. There is a regular and intrinsic requirement to communicate in English with members of the public.</p><p><strong>About Us</strong></p><p>As an integral part of the SEND and Inclusion service, the Educational Psychology Service (EPS) supports the delivery of the Local Authority's wellbeing strategy and Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) strategy across educational settings, children, young people, and families throughout West Sussex. The EPS directly oversees the Portage Service and the Mental Health Support Teams in schools, with Education Psychologists playing an important role in both.</p><p>We have a growing chargeable service focussed on wellbeing which enables us to offer a range of evidence-based support to schools and other settings, including consultation and training. We have a well-developed Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) programme and lead on the county wide Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA) support. Additionally, EPs contribute to other services such as our Virtual School and a specialist CAMHS service.</p><p>For more information, please visit our dedicated <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/featured-jobs/careers-in-educational-psychology/\"><strong>Careers in educational psychology (westsussex.gov.uk)</strong></a></p><p><strong>The Team</strong></p><p>Our Educational Psychology Service consists of four area teams with offices based in Chichester, Worthing, and Horsham, each managed by a Senior Educational Psychologist. Our service offers a range of support to Schools and other settings, including mental health support, portage, consultation, and training.</p><p>Our senior management team place the development and wellbeing of our team at the centre of all we do. We ensure Educational Psychologists have opportunities to develop their areas of interest, leadership, and strategic skills. We offer induction support, regular supervision, and dedicated time for peer support.</p><p><strong>Experience and Skills</strong></p><p><strong>Key Skills:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Experience of applying psychology with children and young people.</li>\n<li>A strong work ethic that delivers.</li>\n<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to persuade and influence.</li>\n<li>Ability to self-reflect and evaluate performance.</li>\n<li>Excellent time management and personal organisational skills.</li>\n<li>Most importantly, passion, drive and enthusiasm to work within a strong team ethos that places wellbeing at the heart of your work.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Qualifications and/or experience:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>An Honours Degree in Psychology or recognised equivalent qualification.</li>\n<li>Substantial relevant experience working with children in education or children's services or both.</li>\n<li>Successfully followed a course of specific post graduate professional training as an educational psychologist.</li>\n<li>Recent successful training or experience as an educational psychologist.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of applying Psychology in practice.</li>\n</ul><p>For a full list of responsibilities, key skills, qualifications and experience required for this role, please refer to the job description. Please refer to the key skills in your cover letter.</p><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><p>As an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance, and are rewarded for the work they do.</p><p>For a full list this can be found at our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\"><strong>Rewards and Benefits page.</strong></a></p><p>Upon joining us you will have access to a range of benefits including the following:</p><ul>\n<li>Commitment to ongoing professional development supporting you to develop areas of interest.</li>\n<li>High quality supervision.</li>\n<li>31 days annual leave + bank holidays with the ability to buy additional leave annually.</li>\n</ul><p><img src=\"https://static.lumessetalentlink.com/repository/NDgzQF9AL2ltYWdlcy9kNDVhYmE3MDI2ODFlZGI3NDM5MDhiNDdjOTVlOWQ3OC5wbmc=.png?0\" alt=\"\"></p><p><strong>Further Information</strong></p><p>The reference number for this role is <strong>CAFHE05392</strong></p><p>For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Andrea Morgan (Principal Educational Psychologist) at <a href=\"mailto:\"><strong></strong></a>.</p><p>For issues or queries regarding your application please contact <a href=\"mailto:\"><strong></strong></a></p><p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p><p>To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and Cover Letter.</p><p>In your cover letter please outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.</p><p><strong>We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. </strong></p><p><strong>This post is subject to HCPC registration, an enhanced DBS check, five years referencing and an occupational health check.</strong></p><p>Equity, inclusion, and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.</p><p>We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\"><strong>application help</strong></a> page.</p><p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£44474 - £54609 per annum + LGPS, Flexible Working","publishDate":"2024-10-24T11:05:53.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-31T11:05:53.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/bd432a19-5633-4da8-8415-fe04065bd19d.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"c4453fec-55a9-4e7b-97e6-e910b1c51ab8","title":"Teaching Assistants (Warden Park Academy - Sussex Learning Trust)","employer":"East Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Cuckfield","locationType":3,"description":"<h2>Job introduction</h2><p>Salary: £24,027 - £24,404 per annum<br>\nContract type: Permanent<br>\nWorking pattern: Full-time or part-time, term time only</p>\n\n<p>Closing date: Friday 1 November 2024<br>\nInterview date: TBC</p>\n\n<p>How to apply: If you are passionate about making a positive impact to children’s learning and are<br>\ninterested in applying for this role, please download further information and an application<br>\nform from our website <a href=\"http://www.wardenpark.co.uk\">www.wardenpark.co.uk</a>. Please return your completed application<br>\nform by email or direct any questions to <a href=\"mailto:jobs@wardenpark.co.uk\">jobs@wardenpark.co.uk</a>. Please note, we reserve<br>\nthe right to close and interview early if sufficient suitable applications have been<br>\nreceived.</p>\n<h2>About the role</h2><p>Required as soon as possible, permanent, term time only, (8.50am – 3.15pm) full and<br>\npart time positions available. SLT pay grade C £24,027 - £24,404 per annum fte.<br>\nWe are looking to appoint enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistants to join our<br>\nsupportive and successful Additional Learning Support team. The role involves working<br>\nclosely with our SEND/EHCP students across a range of subjects to support students’<br>\nlearning in mainstream classes and in specific Intervention sessions.</p>\n\n<p>This would include:</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Supporting students to access lessons across the school;</li>\n\t<li>Developing an understanding of the needs of the students you will be working</li>\n\t<li>with;</li>\n\t<li>Building students’ self-esteem and confidence;</li>\n\t<li>Monitoring, recording and reporting on student progress;</li>\n\t<li>Working 1:1 or in small groups with students.</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>If you have a genuine passion for education, and a desire to make a positive difference,<br>\nexcellent organisation and communication skills and a friendly and professional manner<br>\nthen we would be interested to hear from you. The successful candidate will be able to<br>\nestablish a positive, supportive relationship with our more vulnerable students. They will be flexible and able to adapt both to the developing needs of the students and the<br>\nrequirements of the teacher and department. The ability to work calmly under pressure and a willingness to learn and work with our digital systems will be required.<br>\n<br>\nFirst aid/diabetic experience is preferred but not essential.<br>\n<br>\nWarden Park Secondary Academy is part of the Sussex Learning Trust and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check and the successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check as well as other pre-employment checks.</p>\n<h2>Additional information</h2><p>Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.</p>\n\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£24,027 - £24,404 per annum","publishDate":"2024-10-21T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-01T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/ea8cbb7b-9242-4515-8a00-7c2e99fabee9.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"a00cb24f-4c6f-45eb-972f-107d8ef7f46a","title":"Caseworker - Building Control - Level 2 / Grade 3","employer":"Guildford Borough Council","department":"","location":"Millmead House Offices, Millmead, Guildford GU2 4BB","locationType":3,"description":"<div class=\"job_summary\">\n<p>We are currently seeking a dynamic and dedicated Building Control Caseworker (Level 2/ Grade 3) to join our Building Control team. This role is business support-focused, operating in a fast-paced and demanding environment. We are looking for an individual with high energy, excellent organisational skills, and a commitment to achieving outstanding performance and accuracy.</p>\n<h3>Key Responsibilities:</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Efficiently process new applications submitted electronically via the Planning Portal and email.</li>\n<li>Maintain and update customer and back-office information systems (Acolaid Idox, Ishare) with accuracy, ensuring compliance with Data Protection principles.</li>\n<li>Manage document uploads and ensure accurate task creation for further evaluation by Grade 3, 4, 5, or specialist caseworkers.</li>\n<li>Archive, upload, and publish redacted decision notices and completion certificates.</li>\n<li>Monitor and process notifications, such as CP Scheme submissions and daily inspection records.</li>\n<li>Handle telephone and online payments, and direct clients to online payment options.</li>\n<li>Notify relevant colleagues about potentially dangerous structures and assist in gathering supporting documents for applications.</li>\n<li>Handle inquiries, escalating complex issues to senior caseworkers when necessary.</li>\n<li>Log demolition notices and notify relevant stakeholders within statutory timelines.</li>\n<li>Provide support to the self-serve process by directing customers to online payment portals and guiding them through submission processes.</li>\n<li>Validate new applications, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Data Protection and GDPR requirements.</li>\n<li>Issue refunds through the finance ticket log system and process fee quotes in collaboration with senior caseworkers.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>What We Are Looking For:</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Demonstrated experience in a fast-paced and challenging work environment, ideally within building control or a local authority setting.</li>\n<li>Strong attention to detail and accuracy.</li>\n<li>The ability to manage casework efficiently, ensuring quick turnaround times.</li>\n<li>Experience with customer service and handling inquiries, including the ability to resolve moderate issues independently.</li>\n<li>Strong IT skills, including experience with relevant systems (e.g., Acolaid Idox, Ishare).</li>\n<li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to liaise effectively with colleagues, customers, and stakeholders.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Why Join Us?</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>You will be part of a supportive and collaborative team that is committed to maintaining high standards in the Building Control support service.</li>\n<li>Opportunities for professional growth and development within the council.</li>\n<li>A challenging and rewarding environment where you can make a real impact.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3><strong>What’s in it for you?</strong></h3>\n<p>With some 700 employees, we are a diverse organisation delivering a wide range of services and employing people with an even broader range of skills. We are eager to attract the best so we provide excellent training opportunities, offer well established flexible working arrangements including the ability to vary your start and finish times where the business allows work from home and take extra flexi days (by agreement). We also offer many other benefits including health and wellbeing initiatives and discount off a range of well known high street shops and supermarkets.</p>\n<p>If you would like to know more about the opportunity please email/talk to Julie.Taylor@guildford.gov.uk</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n</div>\n<h2 class=\"item0\">Job Profile</h2>\n<p><strong>What you will need to succeed:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Strong team working skills</li>\n<li>Excellent time management and organisation skills</li>\n<li>High level communication and presentation skills including clear, concise reporting and correspondence particularly concerning complex or controversial issues.</li>\n<li>Continually seek to develop your competence in a variety of IT systems and packages</li>\n<li>The ability to communicate with people of different social, economic and professional backgrounds.</li>\n</ul>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£28,724 - £31,724","publishDate":"2024-10-21T16:22:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-08T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/d07d4628-3254-48a6-8854-afd059e9d5eb.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9b34fb31-5d2a-4452-af60-8b18f8d5f63d","title":"Caseworker - Planning (Level 1)","employer":"Guildford Borough Council","department":"","location":"Millmead House Offices, Millmead, Guildford GU2 4BB","locationType":3,"description":"<div class=\"job_summary\">\n<p>We are seeking to appoint a level 1 Caseworker for an interesting, varied and challenging role supporting the work of a busy planning casework team. 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We are eager to attract the best so we provide excellent training opportunities, offer well established flexible working arrangements including the ability to vary your start and finish times where the business allows work from home and take extra flexi days (by agreement). We also offer many other benefits including health and wellbeing initiatives and discount off a range of well known high street shops and supermarkets.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: 08/11/2024 Interview date: To be confirmed</strong></p>\n</div>\n<p><strong>About Guildford</strong></p>\n<p>Guildford is a regional centre for leisure, business, education, shopping and culture set in beautiful countryside that includes the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Guildford is a thriving market town and is a principal shopping destination with a vibrant night time economy. 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You’ll need experience of creating video content, from initial concept to carrying out the filming and editing. You’ll be supporting our social media channels and creating video content for our About Guildford digital newsletter. And we’ll need you to hit the ground running!</p>\n<p>And if that’s not enough, you'll play a vital part in ensuring our corporate internal and external communications are timely and effective. You’ll be responsible for supporting the team writing press releases, monitoring how our residents and press view our organisation, keeping the team on top of the daily requests for support and updating our contact lists. </p>\n<p>The Communications Team is central to transforming our relationships with our communities, reaching a diverse range of audiences, positively changing behaviour and ensuring our residents, visitors and businesses are aware of the services and opportunities available to them.</p>\n<p>Our team has a high profile at the heart of our thriving and developing organisation. We work in a fast paced and challenging environment, closely with internal and external stakeholders and partners locally and at county level.</p>\n</div>\n<p><strong>About Guildford</strong></p>\n<p>Guildford is a regional centre for leisure, business, education, shopping and culture set in beautiful countryside that includes the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. 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Guildford is a thriving market town and is a principal shopping destination with a vibrant night time economy. The town’s geographical location provides excellent transport links in all directions, London is just 30 minutes away on the train and the town is well-served by frequent bus routes and subsidised Park and Ride facilities. All of this contributes to a quality of life that attracts many people to live, work in and visit Guildford.</p>\n<p>We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and post-holders to share this commitment. 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Find out more below.</p><p>Why not have a look at our dedicated<span><strong><a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/featured-jobs/careers-in-directly-provided-services/\"> <span>Careers in adults' residential services, day opportunities and shared lives webpage</span></a></strong></span> to learn more about the difference you can make!</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £11.59 per hour</p><p><strong>Working Pattern:</strong> 24 hours p/w</p><p><strong>Contract Length: </strong>Permanent</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Stanhope, Worthing</p><p><span><strong>About You</strong></span></p><p>To become a Housekeeper with us you will be:</p><p>* Have a keen eye for maintaining cleanliness and order.</p><p>* Take pride in your work and be aware that your will be working in the home of the people we support.</p><p>* A good listener, patient, respectful, kind and treat all people with dignity.</p><p>* Good English skills to communicate with the people we care for, their families and the team.</p><p>* Have an awareness of health & safety and show a common-sense approach to your work.</p><p><span><strong>About Hobbs Field</strong></span></p><p>At Hobbs Field we seek to create a family home for all the people in our care. We have an established and experienced team; we are focused on a person-centred approach to our care and believe in empowering the people we support to have as much in-put in their care plans as possible. We have a lovely garden for all to enjoy. We love our barbecues outside in the garden during the summer and parties to celebrate special occasions.</p><p><span><strong>The role</strong></span></p><p>In this role you will be responsible for:</p><p>* Maintain the home to a high standard of cleanliness in accordance with Health and Safety regulations.</p><p>* Cleaning residential rooms including communal areas, offices, kitchens, and bathrooms.</p><p>* It's an active role - for example, you'll be lifting or carrying equipment as required.</p><p>* You will need to be flexible to ensure the needs of the service is fulfilled.</p><p><span><strong>Skills</strong></span></p><p>These will be used to short list candidates to interview so please ensure these skills are clear to see in your application and your CV.</p><p>* Ability to undertake a wide range of cleaning tasks.</p><p>* Able to communicate effectively with the people we care for, staff and visitors.</p><p>* Flexible approach to allocated duties and work as part of a team.</p><p>* Sensitive to the needs of those we care for.</p><p><span><strong>Qualifications and/ experience:</strong></span></p><p>* Basic literacy and numeracy skills.</p><p>* Basic knowledge of Health and Safety.</p><p>* Knowledge of COSHH regulations. <strong>(Desirable)</strong></p><p>* Experience of using a range of cleaning equipment including powered equipment. <strong>(Desirable)</strong></p><p>* Experience of working as a cleaner in paid employment. <strong>(Desirable)</strong></p><p><span><strong>Reward and Benefits</strong></span></p><p>Our values and support for one another is intrinsic to everything we do and will be a key priority within the assessment for this post. We care hugely about wellbeing, allowing time for a good work/life balance, and developing our team to be the best they can be. Alongside this, we also offer the below benefits.</p><p>* Maternity, paternity, dependency, and adoption leave.</p><p>* Training and development opportunities, including apprenticeships and personal development.</p><p>* Access to a generous, defined benefit pension scheme, 21.37% employer contribution</p><p>* Eligible to apply for a Blue light card.</p><p>* Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres.</p><p>* As a Housekeeper you will be given online and face to face training throughout the year.</p><p>For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our Rewards and Benefits page.</p><p> </p><p><span><strong>How to Apply:</strong></span></p><p>Upload your CV and complete the application explaining the key skills listed on the Job Description and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.</p><p><em><strong>We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.</strong></em></p><p>West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged.</p><p>For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme, this can be found on our application help page.</p><p>Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Up to £11.59 per hour","publishDate":"2024-10-21T11:30:55.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-04T11:30:55.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/61ee3146-7643-4912-934d-ee06b85f4fdd.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"61986e12-85bc-4b42-8877-72f08005971c","title":"Caseworker - Revenue and Benefits","employer":"Guildford Borough Council","department":"","location":"Millmead House Offices, Millmead, Guildford GU2 4BB","locationType":3,"description":"<div class=\"job_summary\">\n<p>We are looking for a pro-active, motivated and confident individual who is seeking a career within a busy and fast paced environment. We offer a friendly and supportive working environment and highly value our people.</p>\n</div>\n<h2 class=\"item0\">Job Profile</h2>\n<p> <strong>Role Purpose:</strong></p>\n<p>The role is primarily working in Business Rates, with knowledge in Council Tax and Benefits as secondary knowledge areas.</p>\n<p>The post holder will support the Case Team Leader for the Revenues and Benefits team to ensure work processes, standards and compliance are completed efficiently and effectively and continuously improved. </p>\n<p>The post holder will need to manage cases allocated on workflow and ensure cases are resolved as quickly and efficiently as possible. The post holder will be required to undertake some training and support as identified.</p>\n<p>Applicants will need the ability to analyse information, plan, monitor and use their own initiative, and most importantly be customer focused at all times. </p>\n<p>In return we offer an annual leave entitlement of 22 days, access to our flexible working scheme, pension scheme and pleasant working environment near to the town centre.</p>\n<p>This role is classed as Agile. Office working will be needed full time during the training period, but once training has progressed successfully, the successful candidate will be able to work from home part of the working week on a rota basis with colleagues. Our usual office/home working split is 50/50 for all caseworkers.</p>\n<p>This role attracts a salary between £26,633 – 28,724. Offers are usually made at the lower end of the salary band allowing for progression. </p>\n<p>The role does not provide parking. </p>\n<p><strong>Essential criteria:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>A proactive approach, with strong administrative skills. </li>\n<li>Excellent interpersonal skills and confidence in dealing with people of different social, economic, and professional backgrounds.</li>\n<li>Conscientious attitude and attention to detail.</li>\n<li>A good standard of numeracy and literacy.</li>\n<li>IT skills are essential.</li>\n<li>Ability to work as part of a team.</li>\n<li>Good organisational skills with the ability to take the initiative. You must be a quick learner.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Desirable:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Candidates with administrative experience in Local Government.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of Civica would be an advantage.</li>\n<li>A working knowledge of Business Rates</li>\n</ul>\n<p>If you are interested in this busy and varied role, please apply online. </p>\n<p><strong>Closing date for applications</strong>: 10<sup>th</sup> November 2024</p>\n<p><strong>Interviews W/C: </strong>18<sup>th</sup> November 2024</p>\n<p>For an informal chat about the role, please contact Carene Alexander (Case Team Leader Revenues and Benefits) on <strong>01483 444879</strong></p>\n<p><strong>About Guildford</strong></p>\n<p>Guildford is a regional centre for leisure, business, education, shopping and culture set in beautiful countryside that includes the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Guildford is a thriving market town and is a principal shopping destination with a vibrant night time economy. The town’s geographical location provides excellent transport links in all directions, London is just 30 minutes away on the train and the town is well-served by frequent bus routes and subsidised Park and Ride facilities. All of this contributes to a quality of life that attracts many people to live, work in and visit Guildford.</p>\n<p>We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and post-holders to share this commitment. To fulfil this commitment we have robust systems in place for the safe recruitment of staff and volunteers.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£28,633 - £28,724","publishDate":"2024-10-17T14:17:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-10T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/4b75880b-e261-41fb-b788-0d22443538b3.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"594dce4d-2af2-4165-8f7a-693cd1203daf","title":"Housing Standards Officer","employer":"Mid Sussex District Council","department":"","location":"Mid Sussex District Council, Haywards Heath","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Join Our Team: Become a Housing Standards Officer</strong> </p>\n<p>Are you ready to take a key role in delivering Disabled Facilities Grants and improving private sector housing standards? We are at the forefront of public health, delivering actual improvements to people’s lives on a daily basis and ensuring private sector accommodation is safe to live in. We're seeking proactive and adaptable individuals to join our team and make a real difference within our communities.</p>\n<p><strong>Role Overview:</strong> </p>\n<p>To promote independence within the homes of disabled and vulnerable residents by administering the Disabled Facility Grant and Discretionary Assistance process. You will form relationships with customers, contractors, landlords and other agencies to ensure customers’ needs are understood and met in a way that ensures for a safe and dignified environment to remain independent. You will also undertake housing inspections associated with Houses in Multiple Occupation and complaints.</p>\n<p> <strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>Delivering grant assistance including Disabled Facility Grants in a timely manner by supporting the customer through the application process and ensuring the customer at the end of the process has the much-needed adaptation along with receiving a high-quality experience.</li>\n<li>To assist, investigate and carry out inspections relating to housing standards especially those relating to the licensing of Houses in Multiple Occupation, and responding to complaints about housing conditions in both the private rented and social housing sectors.</li>\n<li>Applying the appropriate enforcement legislation to ensure compliance is obtained in relation to housing standards.</li>\n<li>To work with other staff and management of the friendly and successful Housing Standards team, to ensure the team continuously delivers the highest quality environmental health services to our customers.<br><br>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Qualifications and Skills:</strong> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>Qualification (e.g. BTEC, HND) in surveying, Environmental Health or another Housing related subject.</li>\n<li>Up to date expert technical knowledge of construction.</li>\n<li>Recent experience of carrying out inspections and applying current housing standards.</li>\n<li>Ability to interpret specialist information e.g. technical plans/drawings and specifications.</li>\n<li>Good organisational skills and able to manage workload in an efficient, effective manner.</li>\n<li>Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally to members, officers and the public.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> <strong>Benefits:</strong> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>Agile working arrangements to promote work-life balance. </li>\n<li>Generous pension scheme. </li>\n<li>26-31 days of annual leave (pro-rata) to support your wellbeing.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Join Us:</strong> </p>\n<p>If you're ready to embrace a fulfilling role that presents challenges alongside rewarding opportunities to make a real difference, we're eager to welcome you aboard. Bring your enthusiastic, positive, and professional approach, your commitment to upholding regulatory standards, and your innovative mindset to help improve our communities and make a difference.</p>\n<p>If you would like an informal chat, please do get in touch with James Cox, our Team Leader Housing Standards, at <a href=\"mailto:james.cox@midsussex.gov.uk\">james.cox@midsussex.gov.uk</a>.</p>\n<p><strong>How to Apply:</strong> </p>\n<p>Please follow the link to apply online, attaching your CV with a supporting statement outlining your relevant experience and why you're the ideal candidate for this role as a single document. </p>\n<p><strong>Close Date: 11<sup>th</sup> November 2024</strong> </p>\n<p><strong>Interview dates: 18<sup>th</sup> - 22<sup>nd</sup> November 2024</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Grade 4 (SCP 24-29) £33,024- £37,336 per annum + car allowance (Pro rata)","publishDate":"2024-10-14T09:12:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-11T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/3e959fb7-07a5-4881-87de-9fb27ac68198.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"ec1a148e-bc46-4c1b-9660-1ae4e683e29b","title":"CRM Administrator","employer":"Guildford Borough Council","department":"","location":"Millmead House Offices, Millmead, Guildford GU2 4BB","locationType":3,"description":"<div class=\"job_summary\">\n<p>We have an exciting opportunity to join our communications and digital team as our CRM Administrator. </p>\n<p>This is a challenging and rewarding role and the successful candidate will need to be willing to work towards a Salesforce qualification as well as:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ability to solve problems in a collaborative way</li>\n<li>Understanding of the importance of workflow</li>\n<li>Able to develop and understand processes</li>\n<li>Experience producing reports </li>\n<li>Ability to work with other operational areas to identify and communicate issues where technology may provide solution.</li>\n<li>A willingness to pro-actively learn CRM best practices and functionality</li>\n<li>Knowledge of project management practices and tools</li>\n</ul>\n</div>\n<p><strong>About Guildford</strong></p>\n<p>Guildford is a regional centre for leisure, business, education, shopping and culture set in beautiful countryside that includes the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Guildford is a thriving market town and is a principal shopping destination with a vibrant night time economy. The town’s geographical location provides excellent transport links in all directions, London is just 30 minutes away on the train and the town is well-served by frequent bus routes and subsidised Park and Ride facilities. All of this contributes to a quality of life that attracts many people to live, work in and visit Guildford.</p>\n<p>We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and post-holders to share this commitment. To fulfil this commitment we have robust systems in place for the safe recruitment of staff and volunteers.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£35,593 to £41,100","publishDate":"2024-10-11T10:44:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-03T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/9459e76b-c085-4603-b2b2-c7557a75638d.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"a7782cd2-96ab-409f-a67a-5494ef57430e","title":"Specialist - Revenue and Benefits","employer":"Guildford Borough Council","department":"","location":"Millmead House Offices, Millmead, Guildford GU2 4BB","locationType":3,"description":"<div class=\"job_summary\">\n<p>We are looking for a Council Tax or Revenues debt collection expert to join our specialist team. We need your help to maximise tax collection and recover outstanding debts.</p>\n<p>If you have:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Good knowledge of Council Tax legislation, and</li>\n<li>Experience of providing good customer service within a debt recovery context.</li>\n<li>Then this could be the role for you.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>The role will sometimes be challenging. You will always be busy.</p>\n<p>You will have the satisfaction of:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Securing funds to provide public services, and</li>\n<li>Helping residents and colleagues along the way.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>If you are not an experienced Court Officer, then we will provide on the job training to support you into this role. You will share the role with colleagues.</p>\n<p>In exchange for your expertise and enthusiasm you:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>can split your time between the office and remote/homeworking, </li>\n<li>will receive an annual leave entitlement of 24 days,</li>\n<li>can access our flexible working and pension schemes,</li>\n<li>will have a pleasant office working environment near the town centre.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>This role attracts a salary at Band 5 between £35,593- £41,110.</p>\n<p>For more details see the Job Description and Person Spec.</p>\n<p>Please explain within your application how you fulfil the qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience criteria.</p>\n</div>\n<p><strong>About Guildford</strong></p>\n<p>Guildford is a regional centre for leisure, business, education, shopping and culture set in beautiful countryside that includes the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Guildford is a thriving market town and is a principal shopping destination with a vibrant night time economy. The town’s geographical location provides excellent transport links in all directions, London is just 30 minutes away on the train and the town is well-served by frequent bus routes and subsidised Park and Ride facilities. All of this contributes to a quality of life that attracts many people to live, work in and visit Guildford.</p>\n<p>We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and post-holders to share this commitment. To fulfil this commitment we have robust systems in place for the safe recruitment of staff and volunteers.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£35,593 to £41,110","publishDate":"2024-10-09T10:42:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-29T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/e1a8f24d-5a9a-4a3b-8c9f-43dd62aefeff.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"6c798259-168d-458e-ab52-a3e0d9df4ba6","title":"Specialist Officer (Estates)","employer":"Guildford Borough Council","department":"","location":"Millmead House Offices, Millmead, Guildford GU2 4BB","locationType":3,"description":"<div class=\"job_summary\">\n<p><strong>Specialist Officer (Estates)</strong></p>\n<p><strong>£35,593 - £41,110 per annum (37 hours per week) plus benefits</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Location: Guildford Borough Council, Millmead House, Millmead, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 4BB</strong><strong> </strong></p>\n<p class=\"lead\">Guildford is situated within the South East of England and is surrounded by areas of outstanding natural beauty.</p>\n<p>We manage approximately 5,150 properties across the borough. Area Housing Managers work in partnership with Community Wardens to create successful and attractive neighbourhoods where people want to live.</p>\n<p>Guildford Borough Council has an exciting opportunity for a Specialist Officer (Estates) to join our fantastic neighbourhood estates team. </p>\n<p>We are looking for a forward-thinking individual with a passion for delivering excellent customer service and who has a “can do” attitude. </p>\n<p>As part of a committed team, you will be responsible for a patch of properties and you will provide an excellent customer-focused service to our residents. By developing local knowledge and establishing partnerships with other agencies, you will aim to meet the needs of both our residents and the community. You will also play a key role in improving the environment in which our residents live.</p>\n<p>This post plays an important part in the Council’s intention to provide a high-quality service to its customers. This is a ‘front-line’ post dealing at times with sensitive issues within a pressurised environment. The post holder will be responsible for the management of a defined area within the Councils stock enabling the Council to deliver a comprehensive housing management service, helping to create attractive, safe and sustainable neighbourhoods where people want to live.</p>\n<p>Through your experience and knowledge of working in social housing, working with residents and communities, you will have an understanding of working with partner agencies, of neighbourhood management and landlord issues. </p>\n<p>In this role, you will work with a wide range of clients. To be successful you will have excellent interpersonal skills, which you combine with a sensitive approach to individual’s circumstances. To be effective you will need good organisational and writing skills.</p>\n<p>Sounds interesting? Have a look at what we have to offer:</p>\n<p>In return we offer a range of benefits including incremental progression related pay, highly competitive annual leave allowances, flexible working, staff discount scheme and membership of the local government pension scheme. </p>\n<p>If you would like to apply for this role please log on to <a href=\"http://www.guildford.gov.uk/\">www.guildford.gov.uk</a> and click on Contact Us, then click on Jobs at top right hand corner.</p>\n<p> <strong>Closing date for applications: 1st November 2024</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview and testing: week of 4<sup>th</sup> November 2</strong></p>\n</div>\n<p><strong>About Guildford</strong></p>\n<p>Guildford is a regional centre for leisure, business, education, shopping and culture set in beautiful countryside that includes the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Guildford is a thriving market town and is a principal shopping destination with a vibrant night time economy. The town’s geographical location provides excellent transport links in all directions, London is just 30 minutes away on the train and the town is well-served by frequent bus routes and subsidised Park and Ride facilities. All of this contributes to a quality of life that attracts many people to live, work in and visit Guildford.</p>\n<p>We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and post-holders to share this commitment. 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We're seeking experienced proactive and adaptable individuals to join our team and make a tangible impact within our communities.</p>\n<p><strong>Role Overview:</strong> </p>\n<p>To carry out all statutory duties, actions required under discretionary powers, and actions resulting from policy decisions, in the application of the Council’s environmental health functions, as managed, administered and enforced by the Environmental Health service. </p>\n<p> <strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>Lead and execute top-tier environmental health services aligned with the Corporate Plan, driving continuous improvements in council services. </li>\n<li>Collaborate closely with team members and management to ensure the highest standards of environmental health service delivery. </li>\n<li>Stay updated on relevant environmental health legislation and demonstrate proficiency in compliance, adhering to the Food Law Code of Practice's Competency Framework. </li>\n<li>Conduct comprehensive inspections and investigations, including food hygiene, health and safety, infectious diseases, and environmental hazards. </li>\n<li>Provide expert advice and guidance to the public, residents, businesses, and stakeholders on matters related to food safety, infectious disease control, and workplace health and safety. </li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Qualifications and Skills:</strong> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>A degree (BSc/MSc) or diploma in Environmental Health.</li>\n<li>Certificate of Registration from the Environmental Health Registration Board.</li>\n<li>Voting membership of the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health.</li>\n<li>Able to demonstrate compliance with the Competency Framework detailed in the Food Standards Agency Food Law Code of Practice by annually producing documented evidence of training, skills, and experience.</li>\n<li>Completion of continual professional development related to Food Safety (minimum 20 hours per year), Health and Safety at Work (minimum 10 hours per year).</li>\n<li>Elevated level of literacy and numeracy. </li>\n<li>Have excellent written & oral communication skills including the ability to explain complex legal & technical issues to members of the public. </li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Benefits:</strong> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>Agile working arrangements to promote work-life balance. </li>\n<li>Generous pension scheme. </li>\n<li>34 days of annual leave (pro-rata) to support your wellbeing.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Join Us:</strong> </p>\n<p>If you're ready to embrace a fulfilling role that presents challenges alongside rewarding opportunities to enhance public health and safety, we're eager to welcome you aboard. 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