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Are you passionate about delivering the best service possible to our tenants? If so, we have the perfect role for you.</p><p>You will work part of our Property Maintenance team where no two days are the same.If you like genuine diversity in your Building Surveying work and are looking to learn new skills, then we have a fantastic opportunity for you.</p><p>We’re seeking Surveyors in three key areas: Planned Works, Voids, and Repairs.</p><p>At Welwyn Hatfield we’re committed to providing excellent service to our community.We’re making a significant investment into our housing stock, creating a chance for you to engage in a variety of exciting new projects.</p><p><strong>About the roles:</strong></p><p><strong>Planned Works Surveyor</strong></p><p>As a Planned Works Surveyor, you’ll be responsible for ensuring the delivery of our planned and cyclical investment programmes to the housing and commercial stock.</p><p>This includes working alongside our contractors and consultants, holding them accountable for their performance, providing technical advice, developing scopes of work and specifications for various projects, and liaising with customers to understand their requirements.</p><p><strong>Repairs Surveyor</strong></p><p>In the role of Repairs Surveyor, you’ll manage your own patch, consisting of around 2000 properties.</p><p>You’ll collaborate with contractors and the Neighbourhoods team to ensure timely, high-quality repairs.Your responsibilities will include attending sites to scope out larger repair jobs and keeping tenants updated on ongoing works.</p><p><strong>Voids Surveyor</strong></p><p>As a Voids Surveyor, your focus will be on ensuring void properties are turned around quickly and to a high standard.</p><p>You’ll work closely with contractors, Neighbourhoods, and allocation teams to keep everyone informed about the status of each void, ensuring properties meet tenants' expectations.</p><p><strong>About you:</strong></p><p>You will be customer focused and have great customer service skills and the ability to work autonomously to improve our property standards. 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This would be a great opportunity for you to put your excellent skills into practice, undertaking functions of safety with key stakeholders and being able to make a difference.<br> <br>You will undertake Building Control functions as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) as appointed by the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) on High Risk Buildings (HRB's), adhering to the required process and activities specified by the BSR and supervise other Registered Building Control Inspectors who will benefit from your experience and knowledge in the industry.<br> <br>You will also be required to assess dangerous structures and implement immediate remedial works, effectively managing and evaluating caseloads of a full range of developments with specific focus on more complex schemes and premises.<br> <br><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br> <br><strong>Previous applicants need not apply.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br>We are looking for someone with substantial experience in Building Control, working on Class 3 building types, together with post qualification experience (including restricted activities and functions, and enforcement).<br> <br>You must be registered with the Building Safety Regulator as a building inspector, with demonstrable competency to work without supervision on high-risk buildings (HRB's) (Class 3 category G, H).<br> <br>The post holder must be capable of examining Principal Designer plans, undertake site inspections; compile reports and keep written records to justify decisions made in relation to the practical applications of the building regulations (Building Safety Act 2022).<br> <br>You must have excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills and the ability to engage with all levels clearly and concisely, self-motivated and a productive team player who is able to coordinate work activities to maximise service delivery.<br> <br>You must be a Member of a relevant professional body such as RICS, CABE, CIOB or equivalent with relevant Building Control bias and evidence of achieving CPD requirements.<br> <br>The successful candidate will need to be educated to degree level in a relevant subject such as Building Control, Building Surveying, Construction, Structural Engineering and/or be able to demonstrate learning at an equivalent level.<br> <br>Please ensure your supporting statement demonstrates your experience and knowledge in order for your application to be considered.<br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong> - that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.<br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<br><strong>Application Process</strong><br><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person's criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. 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If you are a permanent LBC employee, you must have written approval (an email will suffice) from your manager prior to applying and a copy will need to be submitted with your application. Please note: we will not be able to proceed with your application form without your manager's permission.</strong><br> <br>In this strategic role, you'll be responsible for the development, management, and operational delivery of key Children's Services and Statutory Social Work interventions. You'll provide vital support to a team of managers, working alongside the Head of Service to ensure the delivery of services that achieve the best possible outcomes for children, young people, and families.<br> <br>You'll help set the strategic direction of the service, delivering on the Council's vision and values while implementing evidence-based practices and reflecting current good practice. This role also involves promoting the professional development of staff and creating a sustainable, effective workforce to meet the needs of the most vulnerable in our communities.<br> <br>You'll have the authority to make critical decisions within statutory and legal frameworks, ensuring a robust response to the needs of children and families. As part of your remit, you will assist the Head of Service in achieving the Council's strategic objectives and play a pivotal role in improving service delivery through effective performance management and problem-solving.<br> <br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><br> <br>- Collaborate with the Head of Service to set strategic direction and ensure effective performance management across services.<br> <br>- Implement evidence-based practices that reflect research and current good practices in service delivery.<br> <br>- Promote the professional development of all staff, fostering a culture of learning and growth.<br> <br>- Make decisions in line with statutory regulations and ensure positive outcomes for children, young people, and families.<br> <br>- Support in the resolution of complex problems, ensuring vulnerable children and young people receive timely, appropriate, and proportionate responses.<br> <br>- Lead the coordination of service delivery to meet the needs of children, young people, and families across diverse settings.<br> <br><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br>We are looking for a strategic and hands-on leader with a proven track record of delivering impactful services. As the successful candidate, you will have:<br> <br><strong>- Substantial experience </strong>in a senior leadership role, having led and developed services in partnership with multi-agency groups across public and voluntary sectors.<br> <br><strong>- Proven ability </strong>to lead, manage, and motivate teams, ensuring effective performance management aligned with organisational objectives<strong>.</strong><br> <br><strong>- Strong collaboration skills </strong>with the ability to work effectively across a wide range of stakeholders in a political context, managing complex issues and planning service delivery.<br> <br><strong>- </strong>Excellent<strong> communication and interpersonal skills, </strong>enabling you to develop professional working relationships at all levels, with strong influencing, negotiation, and accountability abilities.<br> <br><strong>- </strong>Experience in managing significant<strong> budgets and diverse funding streams, </strong>ensuring efficient use of resources to meet service objectives.<br> <br><strong>- In-depth knowledge </strong>of key policies impacting children and young people, particularly in safeguarding, health & safety, and urban multicultural environments.<br> <br><strong>- Professional qualifications </strong>in social work and management (or equivalent experience), backed by substantial relevant experience, training, and competence<strong>.</strong><br> <br>This role is pivotal to ensuring the success of Children's Services, and we are looking for a dedicated leader to help shape the future of the service. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply!<br><strong>About us</strong><br>Luton Council has been selected to deliver the government's Families First for Children Pathfinder programme.<br> <br>Luton is one of seven new areas in the second wave to be chosen with the aim of protecting vulnerable children from harm and improving services to help more children stay with their families in safe and loving homes.<br> <br>The programme is an amazing opportunity for Luton to shape future social care practice, which includes closer working relationships with our health, police, education and voluntary sector partners.<br> <br>Children are at the heart of everything we do in Luton, and we are very proud of the tremendous work that is already taking place together with our partners, including the development of our Family Hubs and working towards making Luton a child-friendly town where our children and young people can grow up feeling happy, healthy and secure.<br> <br> Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong> - that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents. <br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<br><strong>Application process</strong><br><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person's criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. 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If you are a permanent LBC employee, you must have written approval (an email will suffice) from your manager prior to applying and a copy will need to be submitted with your application. Please note: we will not be able to proceed with your application form without your manager's permission.</strong><br> <br>The Leaving Care Team provides core services to young people leaving care and young people who have left care between the ages of 15.5 and 21 or 24.<br> <br>The Deputy Head of Service for the Care Leavers Service team is a key leader responsible for managing day-to-day operations, mentoring a dedicated team of professionals, and fostering effective collaboration with partner agencies to ensure prompt and informed decision-making on complex cases.<br> <br>In this strategic role, you'll be responsible for the development, management, and operational delivery of key Children's Services and Statutory Social Work interventions. You'll provide vital support to a team of managers, working alongside the Head of Service to ensure the delivery of services that achieve the best possible outcomes for children, young people, and families.<br> <br>You'll help set the strategic direction of the service, delivering on the Council's vision and values while implementing evidence-based practices and reflecting current good practice. This role also involves promoting the professional development of staff and creating a sustainable, effective workforce to meet the needs of the most vulnerable in our communities.<br> <br>You'll have the authority to make critical decisions within statutory and legal frameworks, ensuring a robust response to the needs of children and families. As part of your remit, you will assist the Head of Service in achieving the Council's strategic objectives and play a pivotal role in improving service delivery through effective performance management and problem-solving.<br> <br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><br> <br>- Collaborate with the Head of Service to set strategic direction and ensure effective performance management across services.<br> <br>- Implement evidence-based practices that reflect research and current good practices in service delivery.<br> <br>- Promote the professional development of all staff, fostering a culture of learning and growth.<br> <br>- Make decisions in line with statutory regulations and ensure positive outcomes for children, young people, and families.<br> <br>- Support in the resolution of complex problems, ensuring vulnerable children and young people receive timely, appropriate, and proportionate responses.<br> <br>- Lead the coordination of service delivery to meet the needs of children, young people, and families across diverse settings.<br> <br><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br>We are looking for a strategic and hands-on leader with a proven track record of delivering impactful services. As the successful candidate, you will have:<br> <br><strong>- Substantial experience </strong>in a senior leadership role, having led and developed services in partnership with multi-agency groups across public and voluntary sectors.<br> <br><strong>- Proven ability </strong>to lead, manage, and motivate teams, ensuring effective performance management aligned with organisational objectives<strong>.</strong><br> <br><strong>- Strong collaboration skills </strong>with the ability to work effectively across a wide range of stakeholders in a political context, managing complex issues and planning service delivery.<br> <br><strong>- </strong>Excellent<strong> communication and interpersonal skills, </strong>enabling you to develop professional working relationships at all levels, with strong influencing, negotiation, and accountability abilities.<br> <br><strong>- </strong>Experience in managing significant<strong> budgets and diverse funding streams, </strong>ensuring efficient use of resources to meet service objectives.<br> <br><strong>- In-depth knowledge </strong>of key policies impacting children and young people, particularly in safeguarding, health & safety, and urban multicultural environments.<br> <br><strong>- Professional qualifications </strong>in social work and management (or equivalent experience), backed by substantial relevant experience, training, and competence<strong>.</strong><br> <br>This role is pivotal to ensuring the success of Children's Services, and we are looking for a dedicated leader to help shape the future of the service. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply!<br><strong>About us</strong><br>Luton Council has been selected to deliver the government's Families First for Children Pathfinder programme.<br> <br>Luton is one of seven new areas in the second wave to be chosen with the aim of protecting vulnerable children from harm and improving services to help more children stay with their families in safe and loving homes.<br> <br>The programme is an amazing opportunity for Luton to shape future social care practice, which includes closer working relationships with our health, police, education and voluntary sector partners.<br> <br>Children are at the heart of everything we do in Luton, and we are very proud of the tremendous work that is already taking place together with our partners, including the development of our Family Hubs and working towards making Luton a child-friendly town where our children and young people can grow up feeling happy, healthy and secure.<br> <br> Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong> - that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents. <br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<br><strong>Application process</strong><br><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person's criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.</strong><br><strong>Additional information</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<ul> <li>\n<strong>From 25to 32days' annual leave:</strong> linked to length of service and grade</li> <li>\n<strong>Buying annual leave scheme: </strong>buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li> <li>\n<strong>Career Pathways:</strong> step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li> <li>\n<strong>Pension scheme: </strong>with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li> <li>\n<strong>Generous relocation package: </strong>up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li> <li>\n<strong>Employee Assistance Programme:</strong> a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li> <li>\n<strong>Work/life balance:</strong> flexible working options including working from home where possible. 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If you are a permanent LBC employee, you must have written approval (an email will suffice) from your manager prior to applying and a copy will need to be submitted with your application. Please note: we will not be able to proceed with your application form without your manager's permission.</strong><br> <br>Our Fostering Service is a forward thinking fostering agency. We work hard to maintain high standards and deliver best foster care practice. Luton is committed to achieving positive outcomes for the children in its care.<br> <br>The Deputy Head of Service for our Fostering Service will be passionate about Fostering and play a significant role in promoting the welfare of children/young people looked after. You'll support the department to develop the fostering service and ensure the best possible outcomes for children and young people are achieved.<br> <br>In this strategic role, you'll be responsible for the development, management, and operational delivery of key Children's Services and Statutory Social Work interventions. You'll provide vital support to a team of managers, working alongside the Head of Service to ensure the delivery of services that achieve the best possible outcomes for children, young people, and families.<br> <br>You'll help set the strategic direction of the service, delivering on the Council's vision and values while implementing evidence-based practices and reflecting current good practice. This role also involves promoting the professional development of staff and creating a sustainable, effective workforce to meet the needs of the most vulnerable in our communities.<br> <br>You'll have the authority to make critical decisions within statutory and legal frameworks, ensuring a robust response to the needs of children and families. As part of your remit, you will assist the Head of Service in achieving the Council's strategic objectives and play a pivotal role in improving service delivery through effective performance management and problem-solving.<br> <br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><br> <br>- Collaborate with the Head of Service to set strategic direction and ensure effective performance management across services.<br> <br>- Implement evidence-based practices that reflect research and current good practices in service delivery.<br> <br>- Promote the professional development of all staff, fostering a culture of learning and growth.<br> <br>- Make decisions in line with statutory regulations and ensure positive outcomes for children, young people, and families.<br> <br>- Support in the resolution of complex problems, ensuring vulnerable children and young people receive timely, appropriate, and proportionate responses.<br> <br>- Lead the coordination of service delivery to meet the needs of children, young people, and families across diverse settings.<br> <br><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br>We are looking for a strategic and hands-on leader with a proven track record of delivering impactful services. As the successful candidate, you will have:<br> <br><strong>- Substantial experience </strong>in a senior leadership role, having led and developed services in partnership with multi-agency groups across public and voluntary sectors.<br> <br><strong>- Proven ability </strong>to lead, manage, and motivate teams, ensuring effective performance management aligned with organisational objectives<strong>.</strong><br> <br><strong>- Strong collaboration skills </strong>with the ability to work effectively across a wide range of stakeholders in a political context, managing complex issues and planning service delivery.<br> <br><strong>- </strong>Excellent<strong> communication and interpersonal skills, </strong>enabling you to develop professional working relationships at all levels, with strong influencing, negotiation, and accountability abilities.<br> <br><strong>- </strong>Experience in managing significant<strong> budgets and diverse funding streams, </strong>ensuring efficient use of resources to meet service objectives.<br> <br><strong>- In-depth knowledge </strong>of key policies impacting children and young people, particularly in safeguarding, health & safety, and urban multicultural environments.<br> <br><strong>- Professional qualifications </strong>in social work and management (or equivalent experience), backed by substantial relevant experience, training, and competence<strong>.</strong><br> <br>This role is pivotal to ensuring the success of Children's Services, and we are looking for a dedicated leader to help shape the future of the service. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply!<br><strong>About us</strong><br>Luton Council has been selected to deliver the government's Families First for Children Pathfinder programme.<br> <br>Luton is one of seven new areas in the second wave to be chosen with the aim of protecting vulnerable children from harm and improving services to help more children stay with their families in safe and loving homes.<br> <br>The programme is an amazing opportunity for Luton to shape future social care practice, which includes closer working relationships with our health, police, education and voluntary sector partners.<br> <br>Children are at the heart of everything we do in Luton, and we are very proud of the tremendous work that is already taking place together with our partners, including the development of our Family Hubs and working towards making Luton a child-friendly town where our children and young people can grow up feeling happy, healthy and secure.<br> <br> Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong> - that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents. <br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<br><strong>Application process</strong><br><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person's criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.</strong><br><strong>Additional information</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<ul> <li>\n<strong>From 25to 32days' annual leave:</strong> linked to length of service and grade</li> <li>\n<strong>Buying annual leave scheme: </strong>buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li> <li>\n<strong>Career Pathways:</strong> step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li> <li>\n<strong>Pension scheme: </strong>with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li> <li>\n<strong>Generous relocation package: </strong>up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li> <li>\n<strong>Employee Assistance Programme:</strong> a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li> <li>\n<strong>Work/life balance:</strong> flexible working options including working from home where possible. W e welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns </li> <li>\n<strong>Training and support: </strong>unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li> <li>\n<strong>Staff offers:</strong> includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li> <li>\n<strong>Arriva Travel Club:</strong> great value savings on local bus travel</li> <li>\n<strong>Friday Funday Socials -</strong> One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li> </ul>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"GBP 58,507.00 - 61,745.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00","publishDate":"2025-03-25T08:04:49.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-07T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/6c9554da-5588-4ad1-93cf-278051c54d9d.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"1deb95dc-bace-43f4-9f83-33c09264b76d","title":"Deputy Head of Service - Children with Disabilities","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Luton","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the job</strong><br><strong>Salary: £58,507 - £61,745 a year pro rata plus £3,203 car benefit allowance<br>Hours per week: 37<br>Contract type: Fixed Term for 1 year</strong><br> <br><strong>This position is available as a secondment opportunity for 1 year. If you are a permanent LBC employee, you must have written approval (an email will suffice) from your manager prior to applying and a copy will need to be submitted with your application. Please note: we will not be able to proceed with your application form without your manager's permission.</strong><br> <br> We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join our leadership team as the Deputy Head of Service for Children with Disabilities. <br> <br>The Children with Disabilities (CWD) service offers a comprehensive service to children with significant learning disabilities, physical disabilities and life limiting health conditions. The Deputy Head of Service for Children's with Disabilities is a key leader responsible for coordinating multi-agency services to protect and promote the wellbeing of disabled children.<br> <br>We put children, young people and their families at the heart of everything we do.<br> <br>In this strategic role, you'll be responsible for the development, management, and operational delivery of key Children's Services and Statutory Social Work interventions. You'll provide vital support to a team of managers, working alongside the Head of Service to ensure the delivery of services that achieve the best possible outcomes for children, young people, and families.<br> <br>You'll help set the strategic direction of the service, delivering on the Council's vision and values while implementing evidence-based practices and reflecting current good practice. This role also involves promoting the professional development of staff and creating a sustainable, effective workforce to meet the needs of the most vulnerable in our communities.<br> <br>You'll have the authority to make critical decisions within statutory and legal frameworks, ensuring a robust response to the needs of children and families. As part of your remit, you will assist the Head of Service in achieving the Council's strategic objectives and play a pivotal role in improving service delivery through effective performance management and problem-solving.<br> <br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><br> <br>- Collaborate with the Head of Service to set strategic direction and ensure effective performance management across services.<br> <br>- Implement evidence-based practices that reflect research and current good practices in service delivery.<br> <br>- Promote the professional development of all staff, fostering a culture of learning and growth.<br> <br>- Make decisions in line with statutory regulations and ensure positive outcomes for children, young people, and families.<br> <br>- Support in the resolution of complex problems, ensuring vulnerable children and young people receive timely, appropriate, and proportionate responses.<br> <br>- Lead the coordination of service delivery to meet the needs of children, young people, and families across diverse settings.<br> <br><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br>We are looking for a strategic and hands-on leader with a proven track record of delivering impactful services. As the successful candidate, you will have:<br> <br><strong>- Substantial experience </strong>in a senior leadership role, having led and developed services in partnership with multi-agency groups across public and voluntary sectors.<br> <br><strong>- Proven ability </strong>to lead, manage, and motivate teams, ensuring effective performance management aligned with organisational objectives<strong>.</strong><br> <br><strong>- Strong collaboration skills </strong>with the ability to work effectively across a wide range of stakeholders in a political context, managing complex issues and planning service delivery.<br> <br><strong>- </strong>Excellent<strong> communication and interpersonal skills, </strong>enabling you to develop professional working relationships at all levels, with strong influencing, negotiation, and accountability abilities.<br> <br><strong>- </strong>Experience in managing significant<strong> budgets and diverse funding streams, </strong>ensuring efficient use of resources to meet service objectives.<br> <br><strong>- In-depth knowledge </strong>of key policies impacting children and young people, particularly in safeguarding, health & safety, and urban multicultural environments.<br> <br><strong>- Professional qualifications </strong>in social work and management (or equivalent experience), backed by substantial relevant experience, training, and competence<strong>.</strong><br> <br>This role is pivotal to ensuring the success of Children's Services, and we are looking for a dedicated leader to help shape the future of the service. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply!<br><strong>About us</strong><br>Luton Council has been selected to deliver the government's Families First for Children Pathfinder programme.<br> <br>Luton is one of seven new areas in the second wave to be chosen with the aim of protecting vulnerable children from harm and improving services to help more children stay with their families in safe and loving homes.<br> <br>The programme is an amazing opportunity for Luton to shape future social care practice, which includes closer working relationships with our health, police, education and voluntary sector partners.<br> <br>Children are at the heart of everything we do in Luton, and we are very proud of the tremendous work that is already taking place together with our partners, including the development of our Family Hubs and working towards making Luton a child-friendly town where our children and young people can grow up feeling happy, healthy and secure.<br> <br> Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong> - that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents. <br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<br><strong>Application process</strong><br><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person's criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.</strong><br><strong>Additional information</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<ul> <li>\n<strong>From 25to 32days' annual leave:</strong> linked to length of service and grade</li> <li>\n<strong>Buying annual leave scheme: </strong>buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li> <li>\n<strong>Career Pathways:</strong> step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li> <li>\n<strong>Pension scheme: </strong>with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li> <li>\n<strong>Generous relocation package: </strong>up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li> <li>\n<strong>Employee Assistance Programme:</strong> a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li> <li>\n<strong>Work/life balance:</strong> flexible working options including working from home where possible. W e welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns </li> <li>\n<strong>Training and support: </strong>unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li> <li>\n<strong>Staff offers:</strong> includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li> <li>\n<strong>Arriva Travel Club:</strong> great value savings on local bus travel</li> <li>\n<strong>Friday Funday Socials -</strong> One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li> </ul>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"GBP 58,507.00 - 61,745.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00","publishDate":"2025-03-25T08:04:49.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-07T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/baafd23e-dca7-4e27-bc98-65ac8301a8f2.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"bc9375f3-a865-437b-912b-6b1327ab52fe","title":"Housing Asset Fire Safety Surveyor","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Luton","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the job</strong><br><strong>Salary: £41,511 - £44,711 a year plus £963 Essential Car User allowance (subject to criteria) a year</strong><br><strong>Hours per week: 37</strong><br><strong>Contract type: Permanent</strong><br> <br>We are looking for someone with extensive experience in building maintenance, particularly focused on fire safety. You will be responsible for managing contracts and projects, overseeing budgets, and ensuring that all technical specifications and reports are accurate and compliant. Your work will involve surveying and inspecting properties, while maintaining strict adherence to fire safety and building regulations.<br> <br>You will also manage and monitor work programmes, produce detailed technical documentation, and provide expert advice on fire safety matters. Strong communication skills are essential, as you'll be consulting, advising, and negotiating with various stakeholders. You'll be expected to work independently, while ensuring all tasks are completed on time and to the highest standards.<br> <br><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br>You bring a wealth of knowledge in fire safety and building regulations, including expertise in the Regulatory Fire Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and Building Safety Regulations. With a strong background in project and contract management, you are comfortable working with budgets, financial analysis, and producing complex project briefs. You also have a sound understanding of health and safety legislation, including CDM, Asbestos Regulations, and COSHH.<br> <br>Your qualifications include an HNC in Surveying or a related field, along with a NEBOSH Fire Safety certification. You're capable of managing conflicting deadlines and workloads while attending sites across the UK as needed. If you're ready to contribute your expertise to a dynamic and supportive team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us ensure the safety and quality of our buildings!<br> <br> This is a public facing role so you'll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English <br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong> - that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.<br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<br><strong>Application Process</strong><br><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person's criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.</strong><br><strong>Benefits</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br>- From 25 to 32 days' annual leave: linked to length of service and grade<br>- Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave<br>- Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area<br>- Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant<br>- Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)<br>- Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home<br>- Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns<br>- Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways<br>- Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons<br>- Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<br>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"GBP 41,511.00 - 44,711.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00","publishDate":"2025-03-25T08:04:49.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-22T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/1a962619-2ae4-4b7b-919c-f7be525985fb.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"520115ca-c3ff-4e90-a611-d92d462bbf3f","title":"Senior Property Solicitor","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Town Hall, Luton","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the job</strong><br><strong>Salary: £51,802 to £54,924 a year plus £3,203 car benefit</strong><br><strong>Hours per week: 37</strong><br><strong>Contract type: Fixed Term till 31/03/2026</strong><br> <br>Are you an experienced property solicitor looking for a new challenge in the public sector? We are seeking a Senior Property Solicitor to join our legal team, playing a key role in delivering expert legal support to the Council, its Executive, Committees, Departments, and wholly owned companies.<br> <br>In this role, you will provide high-quality legal advice on a range of property matters, managing your own caseload with minimal supervision while ensuring all transactions are handled efficiently and in line with corporate, departmental, and service guidelines. You will also contribute to the Property, Planning, and Contracts Team, which provides a comprehensive legal service across the Council.<br> <br>Beyond managing your own casework, you will play an active role in the development of the Property, Planning, and Contracts Team, working closely with the Principal Solicitor. This will include planning and organising team workloads, as well as coaching, guiding, training, and supervising junior colleagues. Additionally, you will be expected to deputise for the Principal Solicitor when required, represent the team in key matters, and contribute to corporate or inter-departmental projects.<br> <br><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br>The ideal candidate will have significant experience handling major property transactions across both commercial and residential sectors with minimal supervision. They will possess strong analytical skills, enabling them to assess business risks effectively and present legal risks in a way that aligns with the Council's needs. With a proven ability to manage complex and high-profile property matters, they will demonstrate expertise in Property, Conveyancing, and Land Law, backed by an in-depth knowledge of English Law. The successful applicant will have at least 6 years' post-qualification experience (PQE) and be a qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive in England.<br> <br>Additionally, they will have excellent oral and written communication skills, allowing them to translate complex legal matters into clear, effective documentation. They will also be comfortable representing the Council at Executive and Committee meetings, as well as liaising with external public authorities and third parties, ensuring sound legal advice is consistently provided. Finally, experience in managing resources efficiently to deliver a high-quality, value-for-money service is essential.<br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong> - that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.<br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<br><strong>Benefits</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br>- From 25 to 32 days' annual leave: linked to length of service and grade<br>- Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave<br>- Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area<br>- Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant<br>- Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)<br>- Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home<br>- Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns<br>- Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways<br>- Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons<br>- Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<br>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"GBP 51,802.00 - 54,924.00 per year;GBP 3,203.00 ;GBP 8,000.00","publishDate":"2025-03-25T02:01:27.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-28T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/b3adf66c-9e45-422f-bb2f-2bc3f71f8706.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"a5ec4d98-5649-4845-a6d9-c6e9f3aa69d9","title":"Occupational Therapist - ASC","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Arndale House","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the job</strong><br><strong>Salary: £37,938 - £40,476 a year pro rata plus £963 essential car user allowance<br>Hours per week: 37<br>Contract type: Fixed Term for 2 years</strong><br> <br><strong>This position is available as a secondment opportunity for 2 years. If you are a permanent LBC employee, you must have written approval (an email will suffice) from your manager prior to applying and a copy will need to be submitted with your application. Please note: we will not be able to proceed with your application form without your manager's permission.</strong><br> <br>We are looking for Occupational Therapists to join our supportive and growing team in Adult Social Care where you will be working to promote the independence, inclusion and well-being of all adults with social care needs.<br><br>You will be working in a Strengths Based way enabling people to:<br>• Have dignity, choice and control in their lives<br>• Live safe, healthy and fulfilled lives<br>• Have an active role in a stronger and prosperous community<br>• Identify the support they need in order to achieve the goals and outcomes that are important to them.<br><br>This role will involve working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team to promote the independence of adults and older people in our diverse community. Using a strengths based approach, the emphasis is on promoting enablement and reablement to empower people to live as independently as they can for as long as they can. You will complete a variety of assessments and interventions to overcome occupational barriers using new techniques and technologies, moving and handling skills, specialist equipment, and environmental adaptations.<br> <br><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br>We are looking for someone who will be self-motivated, positive, flexible and innovative. You will need to be able to work collaboratively and promote the benefits of working as one multi-disciplinary team across health and social care.<br> <br>You'll need to be organised and be able to make professional judgements while working with a variety of complex and challenging cases. Applicants for this public-facing post will need to demonstrate excellent communication skills, maintain quality records and write clear, concise reports.<br> <br>You'll have the opportunity to develop your existing knowledge of the legislation and regulations governing Social Care, Housing, and Health & Safety, and how to interpret this in a modern context including personalisation, eligibility criteria, safeguarding and mental capacity.<br> <br>As a qualified Occupational Therapist you will hold professional registration, and have experience in health and social care and as well as experience of partnership and inter-agency working.<br> <br>If you think you could become an asset to the team, then please do not hesitate to get in touch. We look forward to receiving your application.<br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong>- that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.<br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<br><strong>Application process</strong><br><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person's criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.</strong><br><strong>Additional information</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<ul> <li>\n<strong>From 25to 32days' annual leave:</strong> linked to length of service and grade</li> <li>\n<strong>Buying annual leave scheme: </strong>buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li> <li>\n<strong>Career Pathways:</strong> step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li> <li>\n<strong>Pension scheme: </strong>with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li> <li>\n<strong>Generous relocation package: </strong>up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li> <li>\n<strong>Employee Assistance Programme:</strong> a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li> <li>\n<strong>Work/life balance:</strong> flexible working options including working from home where possible. W e welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns </li> <li>\n<strong>Training and support: </strong>unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li> <li>\n<strong>Staff offers:</strong> includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li> <li>\n<strong>Arriva Travel Club:</strong> great value savings on local bus travel</li> <li>\n<strong>Friday Funday Socials -</strong> One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li> </ul>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"GBP 37,938.00 - 40,476.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00","publishDate":"2025-03-25T02:01:27.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-13T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/ef51fe46-4387-4882-b405-decb6049130c.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9174c0dd-38b7-4a41-92a6-01896c9860ad","title":"Registered Building Inspector Class 2","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Town Hall, Luton","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the job</strong><br><strong>Salary: £53,921 to £56,913 a year (inclusive of Market Rate Supplement and Car Benefit) plus standby payment for dangerous structures rota</strong><br><strong>Hours per week: 37</strong><br><strong>Contract type: Permanent</strong><br> <br>We are seeking two experienced and qualified <strong>Registered Building Inspectors (Domestic)</strong> to join our team. These vital roles involve delivering the Building Control function within the Council's jurisdiction and through partnering or similar schemes, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulatory standards.<br> <br>As a Registered Building Inspector, you will conduct technical assessments and activities for <strong>Class 2, Category A, B, and C buildings</strong>, making informed decisions using your professional knowledge, skills, and experience.<br> <br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><ul> <li>Managing a diverse range of projects, from small domestic alterations and extensions to low-rise traditional house-building schemes.</li> <li>Examining plans and conducting site inspections to ensure compliance with health, safety, sustainability, energy conservation, accessibility, and design standards are at the forefront of what you do.</li> <li>Assessing dangerous structures and implementing immediate remedial measures as required.</li> <li>Supporting and initiating enforcement actions when necessary.</li> <li>Supervising and mentoring trainees or assistants, where appropriate and within your level of competence, as part of the Building Control section's management framework.</li> </ul>This role offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for two individuals who thrive on variety and responsibility. You will play a key role in maintaining the safety, quality, and sustainability of buildings within our community.<br> <br><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br>The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in Building Control, particularly with Class 2 category A, B, and C building types, alongside post-qualification experience, including restricted activities, functions, and enforcement.<br> <br>They will be registered with the Building Safety Regulator as a building inspector and demonstrate competency to work independently on domestic projects, under supervision on non-domestic low-risk buildings (Class 2 categories D, E, F), and under supervision on higher-risk buildings (Class 3 categories G, H).<br> <br>Proficiency in examining Principal Designers' plans, conducting site inspections, compiling detailed reports, and maintaining accurate records is essential, ensuring compliance with building regulations and accountability under the Building Safety Act 2022.<br> <br>A strong understanding of construction methods, techniques, and materials is required, with a relevant degree or equivalent professional learning highly desirable. High standards of customer service across diverse activities are also expected.<br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong> - that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.<br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<br><strong>Benefits</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br>- From 25 to 32 days' annual leave: linked to length of service and grade<br>- Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave<br>- Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area<br>- Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant<br>- Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)<br>- Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home<br>- Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns<br>- Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways<br>- Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons<br>- Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<br>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"GBP 53,921.00 - 56,913.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00","publishDate":"2025-03-25T02:01:27.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-14T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/8849d785-359b-444e-be58-9d94e91f1216.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"89650740-3f38-455c-89f8-31007be40008","title":"Accountant","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Luton","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the job</strong><br><strong>Salary: £41,511 - £44,711 a year</strong><br><strong>Hours per week: 37</strong><br><strong>Contract type: Permanent</strong><br> <br>Are you ready to bring your accountancy knowledge and financial expertise to a role where you can truly make a difference? As a specialist, you'll be tackling complex issues within your area of expertise, advising senior leaders, and driving strategic financial planning. You'll have the opportunity to lead project-based assignments, contribute to long-term financial strategies, and even help shape our financial training programs.<br> <br>In this role, you'll be working with advanced IT-based financial management systems and navigating large spreadsheets with ease. Whether it's delivering accurate financial calculations or advising on complex financial matters, your skills will be pivotal in guiding the financial direction of our organisation.<br> <br><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br>You're someone with a wealth of experience in accountancy or finance, particularly at an advisory level. You've handled complex financial issues and projects with confidence, and you're ready to bring that experience to a new challenge. Your strong numerical reasoning skills and in-depth knowledge of accountancy principles are matched by your ability to persuade, influence, and provide professional advice to senior stakeholders.<br> <br>You're comfortable working independently, yet you're also a team player who can adapt to changing service demands. You're familiar with the rules and regulations of Local Authority accounting-or you're quick to learn-and you understand the importance of integrating equal opportunities into service delivery.<br> <br>You'll have experience of supporting and mentoring others to develop in their roles.<br> <br>You hold at least a full AAT qualification in accounting or have significant, demonstrable accounting experience. Plus, you are flexible-ready to visit establishments across the Borough or attend meetings, even outside of regular office hours when necessary.<br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong> - that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.<br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<br><strong>Benefits</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br>- From 25 to 32 days' annual leave: linked to length of service and grade<br>- Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave<br>- Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area<br>- Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant<br>- Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)<br>- Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home<br>- Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns<br>- Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways<br>- Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons<br>- Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<br>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"GBP 41,511.00 - 44,711.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00","publishDate":"2025-03-25T02:01:27.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-03T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/3386ba52-070e-4c8e-aab7-ee86832eed4d.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"3bfac5d6-e157-40e9-a251-7189543320cc","title":"Repairs Administrator","employer":"Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council","department":"","location":"The Campus, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Repairs Administrator (P01</strong><strong>822</strong><strong>)</strong><strong><br> <strong>Fixed Term Contract</strong></strong><strong>(12</strong><strong></strong><strong>months)</strong><strong></strong></p><p><strong>Starting salary £27,544pa with potential progression to £29,383pa on achieving designated skills and experience</strong></p><p><strong>3</strong><strong>7</strong><strong>hours per week</strong><strong>(08.45am to 17:15 Monday to Thursday & 16:45pm on Friday)</strong></p><p>We are looking for a Repairs Administrator to join our small and friendly team within Housing Repairs Contact Centre Team to provide outstanding customer service to our tenants and leaseholders.We are looking for someone with a true customer focus, an understanding of what great customer service involves and a commitment to delivering outstanding results.</p><p>You will be working closely with our long-term partnering contractors – Morgan Sindell to maximise customer satisfaction and achieve value for money. Working with colleagues and contractors to ensure delivery of a first-class responsive repairs service.</p><p>Your main focus will be dealing with customer calls and emails within a fast-paced environment covering responsive repairs, planned works and other housing related services.You will deliver a comprehensive, caring, sympathetic and understanding approach especially when dealing with vulnerable customers.</p><p>Customer service experience is essential, providing exceptional commitment for the Tenants, Leaseholders and customers of Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council. You will need to be able to work on your own initiative, prioritising work, making appointments with customers for property inspections and ensuring all administrative duties are completed to a high standard.</p><p>The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.</p><p><strong>Closing date</strong><strong>for applications is 14 April 2025</strong><strong>.</strong></p><p><strong>Remote as</strong><strong>sessment</strong><strong>s will be held on 24 April 2025</strong><strong>.</strong></p><p><strong>Interview</strong><strong>s will be held on 1 May 2025</strong><strong>.</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Starting salary £27,544pa with potential progression to £29,383pa on achieving designated skills and experience","publishDate":"2025-03-24T16:12:55.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-14T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/99ea341a-d56d-45cb-870b-ab1ec5f1e581.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"df955960-d878-46f4-8776-225cc796cb7f","title":"Financial Assessment & Money Management Officer - ASC","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"3rd Floor Town Hall Extension","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the job</strong><br><strong>Salary: £29,093 - £31,586 a year pro rata</strong><br><strong>Hours per week: 24</strong><br><strong>Contract type: Permanent</strong><br><br>Our department of Finance are looking for someone who is able to ensure that all customers are assessed and invoiced promptly and accurately for the care that they receive from Luton Borough Council. This is done in accordance with all relevant and current legislation, regulations, policies and procedures.<br><br>You will be required to deal with complex financial assessment queries verbally and in writing. Signpost service users or their representatives to apply for state benefits to maximise entitlement and charging revenue for Luton Borough Council. Offer support and guidance to colleagues, service users and their financial representatives on complex financial regulations.<br><br><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br>We are looking for someone who is able to manage periods of heavy and conflicting demands, including working on own initiative and as part of a team and able to adjust work roles to support changing service demands.<br><br>You'll have the opportunity to develop on your existing skills by communicating appropriately both verbally and in writing with a wide range of companies, individuals and internal colleagues at all levels. Providing effective advice or support. Ensuring advice is in line with financial regulations and council policies.<br><br>We do ask that you have 5 GCSEs or equivalent including English and Maths and are fluent in English.<br><br>Applicants for this role will need to be able to utilise various software to extract complex information needed to make informed decisions and take independent action.<br><br>This is a public facing role so you'll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English. <br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong> - that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.<br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<br><strong>Application Process</strong><br><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person's criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.</strong><br><strong>Benefits</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br>- From 25 to 32 days' annual leave: linked to length of service and grade<br>- Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave<br>- Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area<br>- Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant<br>- Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)<br>- Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home<br>- Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns<br>- Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways<br>- Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons<br>- Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<br>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"GBP 29,093.00 - 31,586.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00","publishDate":"2025-03-21T02:01:14.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-03T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/4c2d6384-a9c3-4d35-bb79-23c41104aa23.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d3bfab49-4d00-41de-9a2b-1e6da30c7383","title":"Senior Practitioner - MASH","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Luton","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the job</strong><br><strong>Salary: £41,511 - £44,711 a year plus £5,500 market supplement and £963 essential car user allowance (subject to criteria)<br>Hours per week: 37<br>Contract type: Permanent</strong><br> <br>Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families? Join our MASH team as a Senior Practitioner!<br> <br>As a <strong>MASH Senior Practitioner</strong>, you will be providing essential support to the most vulnerable and at-risk children and families. Your role will include assessing contacts from various sources, prioritising urgent cases, and ensuring that timely, high-quality action is taken by signposting to the appropriate teams and services. This role is critical to our commitment to safeguarding children, and you'll play a key role in shaping the safety and welfare of young lives every day.<br> <br><strong>What You'll Be Doing:</strong><ul> <li>Act as a key contact point, managing all incoming social care queries via phone and written communication.</li> <li>Swiftly assess and prioritise cases, identifying those in urgent need and making appropriate recommendations.</li> <li>Provide high-level advice, guidance, and support to colleagues, ensuring all cases are efficiently transferred or handled by the relevant services.</li> <li>Mentor, coach, and guide team members, sharing best practices to continually raise professional standards across the MASH.</li> <li>Develop and maintain strong partnerships within the MASH and externally to ensure cohesive and effective interventions.</li> </ul><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><strong></strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br>As a valued part of our MASH team, you'll work alongside dedicated professionals in a dynamic, supportive environment committed to protecting children and supporting families. You'll have opportunities for professional growth, a robust support network, and the chance to make a profound impact! We are looking for:<ul> <li>\n<strong>Experienced Professional</strong>: You bring substantial post-qualifying experience in children's social care, with deep knowledge in safeguarding and risk management.</li> <li>\n<strong>Passionate Mentor</strong>: You have demonstrable experience in coaching, mentoring, and practice teaching, sharing your expertise to uplift team standards.</li> <li>\n<strong>Skilled Communicator</strong>: Known for your ability to build meaningful relationships across teams, you can communicate effectively with staff, public, and professionals alike.</li> <li>\n<strong>Solution-Oriented</strong>: Your practice is defined by a commitment to delivering exceptional support, with a proven aptitude for effective decision-making in complex and sensitive cases.</li> <li>\n<strong>Collaborative Team Player</strong>: Your commitment to the highest professional standards goes hand-in-hand with your ability to work collaboratively and provide critical guidance within a multi-agency framework.</li> </ul>Ready to make a difference?<br><br>Apply today and be part of a team that puts the welfare and safety of children at the heart of everything we do.<br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong>- that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.<br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<br><strong>Application process</strong><br><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person's criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.</strong><br><strong>Additional information</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<ul> <li>\n<strong>From 25to 32days' annual leave:</strong> linked to length of service and grade</li> <li>\n<strong>Buying annual leave scheme: </strong>buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li> <li>\n<strong>Career Pathways:</strong> step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li> <li>\n<strong>Pension scheme: </strong>with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li> <li>\n<strong>Generous relocation package: </strong>up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li> <li>\n<strong>Employee Assistance Programme:</strong> a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li> <li>\n<strong>Work/life balance:</strong> flexible working options including working from home where possible. W e welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns </li> <li>\n<strong>Training and support: </strong>unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li> <li>\n<strong>Staff offers:</strong> includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li> <li>\n<strong>Arriva Travel Club:</strong> great value savings on local bus travel</li> <li>\n<strong>Friday Funday Socials -</strong> One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li> </ul>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"GBP 41,511.00 - 44,711.00 per year;GBP 5,500.00 ;GBP 8,000.00","publishDate":"2025-03-21T02:01:14.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-06T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/89478b27-a526-4bfb-b932-caa1b9a4472c.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"bb38cbd6-2b6b-4cc8-883f-e4a67a4323c2","title":"Assistant Finance Business Partner (RP0120)","employer":"Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council","department":"","location":"Campus East, Welwyn Garden City","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Assistant Finance Business Partner</strong><br><strong>(RP0120)</strong></p><p><strong>Starting salary £37,160 pro rata with potential progression to £43,690 pro rata on achieving designated skills and experience</strong></p><p><strong>16 hours per week (Hybrid working - working pattern negotiable)</strong></p><p>We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated finance professional to provide financial advice and support to specific areas of the organisation.As a fully qualified AAT or part qualified AAT or accountant actively studying towards full qualification, you will have a passion for providing high quality financial support to services.</p><p>Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council pride themselves on their commitment to their people – striving to ensure that each and every employee feels valued and happy in their work.Employees are empowered to influence and transform the services they deliver, no matter what level they’re at.To be a positive influence on this environment, you’ll need to be able to support others and be a genuine team player.</p><p>In this role, you will support the Finance Business Partner in all aspects of the finance service including the Housing Revenue Account, including the production of budget monitoring reports, closure of accounts as well as budget setting and financial planning.There will be opportunities to gain experience in other areas of finance to further enhance your career.</p><p>You will work with the Business Partner to ensure that service managers are provided with sound financial advice and challenge, enabling them to manage their budgets effectively within existing governance arrangements, and supporting the identification of areas of risk, efficiencies, and improvement.</p><p>You will have an understanding of local government and the environment in which it operates.You will also need to be a dynamic and highly motivated individual who can establish relationships and work effectively with managers at all levels.</p><p>The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential in this post.</p><p><strong>Closing date for application is 13 April 2025.</strong></p><p><strong>Remote assessments will take place on 22 April 2025 and interviews will take place on 25 April 2025.</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Starting salary £37,160 pro rata with potential progression to £43,690 pro rata on achieving designated skills and experience","publishDate":"2025-03-19T16:59:27.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-13T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/acf6b4bd-f563-4d82-8365-275485275592.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"91652506-b06e-47a1-a1fb-f97def24eb56","title":"Principal Accountant","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Luton","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the job</strong><br><strong>Salary: £51,802 - £54,924 a year plus £3,203 car benefit allowance</strong><br><strong>Hours per week: 37</strong><br><strong>Contract type: Permanent</strong><br> <br>As a Principal Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in leading, coordinating, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality financial management services across critical areas of Adults Social Care, Children's Social care and Transport, Public health and partnership working with Health (ICB). You will be responsible for overseeing budget monitoring for revenue, capital, and balance sheet accounts, ensuring all financial data is accurate, timely, and aligns with corporate policies and best professional practices. A key aspect of your role will involve working closely with senior managers, budget holders, and finance teams, providing expert financial advice and guidance to support strategic decision-making.<br> <br>You will also take charge of preparing revenue and capital estimates, budget profiling, and managing trading accounts, ensuring compliance with all financial regulations. Additionally, you will lead specialist projects, contribute to working groups, and continuously review and improve financial processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Acting as a key point of contact for auditors, you will ensure the provision of timely and accurate financial information, and when required, deputise for the Finance Business Partner to ensure seamless financial operations across the organisation.<br> <br>Key responsibilities will include leading on financial planning, forecasting, and monitoring across high-value and high-risk budgets, ensuring robust financial governance in Adults' and Children's Social Care, Public Health, and Health integration. Supporting financial sustainability and transformation projects in collaboration with operational teams and external health partners. Developing and implementing financial strategies that optimise resources while meeting service delivery objectives. Ensuring compliance with funding regulations, grant conditions, and financial frameworks, particularly in areas involving NHS funding, pooled budgets, and social care grants.<br> <br>This role will require close collaboration with Integrated Care Systems (ICS), Integrated Care Boards (ICB), NHS Trusts, and partner organisations, ensuring financial alignment across health and social care.<br> <br><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br>You'll be a highly experienced and qualified accountant (CCAB or part-qualified with extensive experience) with a deep understanding of financial management in a complex service areas particularly in Adults and Children's Social Care, Public Health and health Partnerships. Your expertise includes budgeting, financial planning, year-end closure, and financial modelling, coupled with a proven ability to provide strategic financial advice at a senior level.<br> <br>You'll have substantial experience in using IT-based financial systems and possess excellent analytical skills that enable you to interpret and present complex financial information clearly to a range of stakeholders.<br> <br>Your expertise will include:<ul> <li>Budgeting, financial planning, and year-end closure, particularly in local authority-funded social care and NHS-funded services.</li> <li>Financial modelling and analysis, providing insight to drive efficiency and inform strategic decisions.</li> <li>Navigating complex funding streams and regulations, including pooled budgets, Better Care Fund (BCF), and Public Health grants.</li> </ul>Your ability to lead and motivate a team sets you apart, and you thrive in a role where you can influence and challenge decision-making processes. You are an excellent communicator, adept at building relationships with senior managers and non-financial professionals. A problem solver, excel in managing projects, implementing process improvements, and responding flexibly to changing priorities and tight deadlines.<br> <br>Additionally, you'll have a strong understanding of equality issues and legislation, ensuring inclusivity in service delivery. Willing to travel across the Borough and occasionally beyond, you are committed to delivering excellence in financial management and contributing to the success of the organisation.<br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong> - that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.<br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<br><strong>Benefits</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br>- From 25 to 32 days' annual leave: linked to length of service and grade<br>- Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave<br>- Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area<br>- Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant<br>- Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)<br>- Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home<br>- Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. 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Your expertise will play a key role in providing strategic financial advice to Head Teachers, Senior Managers, and the Schools Forum, ensuring both schools and the Council benefit from informed financial decision-making.<br> <br>You will be responsible for ensuring school budgets and medium-term financial plans are aligned with relevant regulations and financial planning frameworks. Regular reviews of school funding formulae, budget modelling, and the implications of policy changes will be essential. You will also manage the Dedicated Schools Grant budgets, monitor monthly expenditures, and promptly address deviations or volatility. As the lead Finance Officer at Schools Forum meetings, you will present reports and offer strategic recommendations.<br> <br>In addition to your advisory role, you will ensure financial monitoring systems remain compliant with regulatory standards. You will oversee school accounts, ensuring their closure adheres to corporate guidelines and Department for Education requirements. By fostering a customer-oriented approach, you will ensure schools receive financial guidance that supports their individual priorities and maximises value for money. Furthermore, you will contribute to the strategic development of the schools finance service, ensuring it remains market-leading, innovative, and responsive to the evolving educational landscape.<br> <br><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br>You'll be a qualified accountant (CCAB) or part-qualified with extensive relevant experience and evidence of continuing professional development. You will have substantial experience in managing teams and providing strategic financial advice, particularly in the context of local authority education finances and the Dedicated Schools Grant. Your strong leadership and management skills will enable you to motivate and develop a high-performing team, while your customer-oriented approach will ensure the financial service provided to schools is both effective and trusted.<br> <br>Exceptional communication skills are essential, as you will need to engage with a wide range of stakeholders, including non-accountants, senior leaders, and Schools Forum members. You will be adept at presenting complex financial information clearly and persuasively. Your analytical abilities will support robust financial modelling and decision-making, and your organisational skills will enable you to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.<br> <br>A deep understanding of school's finance legislation, frameworks, and best practices is essential. Your commitment to equality and diversity will ensure inclusive and fair financial practices. You must also be willing and able to attend meetings across the Borough, including occasional evening commitments.<br> <br>Apply today!<br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong> - that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.<br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<br><strong>Application Process</strong><br><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person's criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.</strong><br><strong>Benefits</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br>- From 25 to 32 days' annual leave: linked to length of service and grade<br>- Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave<br>- Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area<br>- Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant<br>- Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)<br>- Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home<br>- Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. 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Building Surveyors (RP0034)

Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council

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Starting salary £40,689pa with potential progression to £43,690pa

The Campus, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire (On-Site)

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