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This is a rare opportunity to lead one of the largest and most high-profile local authority finance portfolios in the country at a moment of opportunity, profound challenge and transformational change.\n \nThe Role\nAs Corporate Director – Finance, you will be a key member of Kent County Council’s Corporate Management Team. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will be responsible for ensuring financial sustainability, unlocking innovation, and leading significant transformation with clarity and credibility.\nLeading a highly experienced team you’ll work closely with Members, the Chief Executive and Corporate Management Team to steer the council through reorganisation and significant financial pressures while driving better value, stronger partnerships and long-term resilience.\nCandidates\nWe are looking for a technically accomplished, politically astute and values-led finance professional who is keen to engage in strategic planning in its broadest sense. You will bring strategic insight, visible leadership and a collaborative mindset – and be motivated by the chance to make a genuine impact on the lives of Kent’s residents.\n \nIf you are passionate about public service and ready to lead finance at scale, we’d love to hear from you. For further information and to apply, please visit <a href=\"https://jobs.kent.gov.uk/our-roles/corporate-director-finance\">our microsite</a>.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"A career-defining role with a package to match","publishDate":"2025-04-16T10:30:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-02T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/f1e01303-4831-4db4-a887-89da2ea447e0.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f4749e83-c1d5-4506-b2c6-80feccca64ed","title":"Experienced Community Practitioner","employer":"Kent County Council","department":"","location":"Sittingbourne","locationType":2,"description":"<div>\nAbout You\nWe welcome applications from experienced Social Workers who can demonstrate post-qualification experience in Social Services, Health related agencies or related private or voluntary organisation.\nYou will hold a registration with Social Work England and be competent to work at the Experienced Practitioner level of the Social Care Capabilities Framework for Registered Workers.\nYou will have experience of managing and reducing risk and completing safeguarding enquiries.\nYou will be able to demonstrate experience in supervising other members of staff.\nWe are looking for future employees who have a positive, forward-thinking attitude. Using strengths-based practice with individuals which is built around their desired outcomes and goals. Our teams are imaginative, locally focused and flexible and we are searching for registered practitioners with a like minded approach, working collaboratively as part of a team.\nThis role is subject to holding a Full UK Driving Licence – The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the jobholder to drive your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability.\nAbout Us\nThis is an exciting opportunity to join our community teams across Kent as we enhance our locality working practice and put the person and good practice at the heart of what we do.\nWe work with adults with a range of care and support needs placing individuals at the centre of their support. You will undertake work of varying levels of complexity including, Care Act Assessments, Mental Capacity Act (MCA) Assessments, Court of Protection applications and s42 safeguarding enquiries.\nOur social care interventions are structured around the three pillars of excellent practice, exceptional innovation, and meaningful measures. Therefore, our work is orientated around building relationships with the individual their families and carers. We engage with communities early on to help people feel empowered to find trusted help and support locally from a range of sources.\nOur Support Offer\nIn return, we offer an attractive benefits package and a commitment to ensuring that you achieve a healthy work life balance and opportunities for flexible working arrangements that meet business need.\nWe offer generous market premium payments (subject to eligibility). You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave allowance and the local government pension scheme.\nYou will have excellent opportunities for professional development with access to our social care academy, progression routes and our newly launched practice framework.\nWe will support you to consolidate your skills and knowledge, assisting you to develop areas of specialist practice development such as Approved Mental Health Professional Training, Best Interest Assessor Training and Practice Educator training.\nYou will receive regular professional supervision and have the opportunity to critically reflect on your practice. You will be supported to develop your practice and progress your career.\nWe are increasingly accessible to the public outside of traditional office hours, as we move towards an 8 am to 8 pm, 7 days a week service to ensure service needs are met.\nThis post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring service and registration as a qualified Social Worker with Social Work England.\nThis post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.\nWe also welcome applications from experienced registered nurses and occupational therapists with relevant experience into our Community Practitioner roles. If you hold a registration with a professional body (Social Work England, HCPC, Nursing and Midwifery Council) and would like to know more about these opportunities please contact Chinelo Madumere on 03000 416765.\n</div>\n<div>\nContact Details For further information about the role, please contact:\nChinelo Madumere 03000 416765\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£39,355 - £44,900 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-16T07:08:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-02T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/a14ea952-deac-4187-8c5f-925a0945c23f.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"373864ae-db30-41d1-9f76-4e43fe544b7b","title":"Social Worker","employer":"Kent County Council","department":"","location":"Sittingbourne","locationType":2,"description":"<div>\nWe are recruiting a Social Worker with a range of different skills and experience in the Sittingbourne Community Team. \nWe operate in a hybrid model of office-based working and working from home to meet the needs of the service. \nAbout Us\nThis is an exciting opportunity to join our community teams across Kent as we enhance our locality working practice and put the person and good practice at the heart of what we do.\nWe work with adults with a range of care and support needs placing individuals at the centre of their support. You will undertake work of varying levels of complexity including, Care Act Assessments, Mental Capacity Act (MCA) Assessments, Court of Protection applications and s42 safeguarding enquiries.\nOur social care interventions are structured around the three pillars of excellent practice, exceptional innovation, and meaningful measures. Therefore, our work is orientated around building relationships with the individual their families and carers. We engage with communities early on to help people feel empowered to find trusted help and support locally from a range of sources.\nAbout You\nWe welcome applications from experienced and newly qualified social workers, all of whom can demonstrate capability of practice in accordance with current professional standards, legislative and policy frameworks.\nYou will hold a registration with Social Work England.\nYou will have a high level of literacy and communication skills, both verbal and written.\nWe are looking for future employees who have a positive, forward-thinking attitude. Using strengths-based practice with individuals which is built around their desired outcomes and goals. Our teams are imaginative, locally focused and flexible and we are searching for registered practitioners with a like minded approach, working collaboratively as part of a team.\nYou will hold a Full UK Driving License – The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the jobholder to drive your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability.\nOur Support Offer\nIn return, we offer an attractive benefits package and a commitment to ensuring that you achieve a healthy work life balance and opportunities for flexible working arrangements that meet business need.\nWe offer generous market premium payments (subject to eligibility). You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave allowance and the local government pension scheme.\nYou will have excellent opportunities for professional development with access to our social care academy, progression routes and our newly launched practice framework.\nWe will support you to consolidate your skills and knowledge, assisting you to develop areas of specialist practice development such as Approved Mental Health Professional Training, Best Interest Assessor Training and Practice Educator training.\nYou will receive regular professional supervision and have the opportunity to critically reflect on your practice. You will be supported to develop your practice and progress your career.\nPlease state your preferred areas of work and full time or part time preference on your application forms.\nWe are increasingly accessible to the public outside of traditional office hours, as we move towards an 8 am to 8 pm, 7 days a week service to ensure service needs are met.\nThis post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring service and registration as a qualified Social Worker with Social Work England.\nThis post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.\nClosing date 2nd May 2025\nWe also welcome applications from experienced registered nurses and occupational therapists with relevant experience into our Community Practitioner roles. 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Duties include:<ul>\n<li>Engaging children in care and care leavers to gather their ideas, opinions, and experiences to help shape the services offered to them.</li>\n<li>Working with young people, colleagues, and management to gather views and opinions of young people related to services and how to improve on the offer to young people. </li>\n<li>Supporting the Participation and Engagement Manager in managing the Care Leavers Hub and programme of activities.</li>\n<li>Assisting with the delivery of events/activities/programmes alongside colleagues in the service and partner agencies; for the benefit of all children in care and care leavers, developing an imaginative programme of activities that meets the needs of young people and is shaped by them.</li>\n</ul>About you<ul>\n<li>NVQ3 in Health and Social Care (or an equivalent relevant subject).</li>\n<li>We require you to have a full UK driving license with access to a vehicle for business purposes. </li>\n<li>Knowledge of the statutory obligations in relation to children and young people in care or who have left care.</li>\n<li>Demonstrable experience in working with children and young people.</li>\n</ul>For an informal discussion about the position please contact Debbie Taylor, Service Manager on 07773210505.An enhanced DBS will be required for this position.Please note, this is not a case holding role.In return we offer you:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</li>\n</ul>Our organisation:Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.Important Information-Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileEqual Opportunities Commitment StatementMedway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£31,283 - £37,181 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-14T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-29T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/cf799198-c0b2-4c50-aace-e50dcb675845.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"6f71c35e-b1e2-44ea-8187-7a61a7c95fa2","title":"Assistant Team Manager - Multi-Disciplinary Team","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Broadside, Leviathan Way, Chatham, Kent","locationType":3,"description":"Following recent investment in additional management capacity across the service, we are now looking for passionate Assistant Team Managers who can commit to making a difference to our children in Medway.Reporting to a Team Manager, as an Assistant Team Manager you will lead and manage a small team of social workers and create a supportive and collaborative team environment. Assistant Team Managers do not hold a caseload. You will deliver high quality supervision and support social workers in the management of cases ensuring that high quality practice is delivered to safeguard and promote the wellbeing of vulnerable children and young people.You will be based within the Specialist Assessment Team, which is a part of the Multi-Disciplinary Service, within our Provider Service. You will be joining an experienced and dedicated social work team who have relationship and strengths-based work with children and families at the core of their practice. The team offers specialist assessments and interventions to parents with identified learning needs, and offer assessments using court approved models such as Parent Assess and CUBAS’Children matter in Medway, and so do you. It’s an exciting time to join us as we offer competitive pay and conditions and hybrid working. We are committed to helping you to grow and develop throughout your career and reach your full potential. Our practice development offer, whether you are a manager or practitioner, ensures you will be guided, supported and cared for.Whether you are an experienced social worker ready for the next step or an existing Assistant Team Manager we’d like to hear from you. Join us and #Make a Difference…Our OfferWe are proud to offer a range of benefits including –<ul>\n<li>A market allowance of £6,000 per annum (payable in 12 equal instalments)</li>\n<li>A retention payment of £3,000 per annum (payable in April, following 1 years service in Medway)</li>\n<li>A generous annual leave entitlement up to 30 days plus bank holidays</li>\n<li>An excellent local government pension scheme</li>\n<li>An essential car user allowance with option to apply for a lease car after six months.</li>\n<li>Free car parking</li>\n<li>Hybrid working - enabling you to work from home/office (minimum of 2 days per week will be required in the office). Assessment Teams are office based for duty weeks.</li>\n<li>Relocation package of up to £8,000</li>\n<li>A range of staff benefits and discounts including access to fantastic discounts and savings on shops and services, travel discounts, health and wellbeing support, and an employee assistance service.</li>\n<li>Access to professional development and support including Community Care Inform.</li>\n</ul>About You<ul>\n<li>You will hold a recognised Social Work qualification eg. Degree in Social Work, PGC in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW or equivalent and be registered with Social Work England.</li>\n<li>You will have successfully completed your ASYE </li>\n<li>You will have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li>\n</ul>For further information on the qualifications, skills and experience required, please refer to the Job Profile and Person Specification.This position is subject to an Enhanced Children’s DBS Check.Our organisation:Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.Important Information-Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileEqual Opportunities Commitment StatementMedway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Up to £57,130 (inclusive of market allowance) + annual retention payment","publishDate":"2025-04-14T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-29T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/ad1d042f-260e-4477-8b33-6072b88a7837.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"4d0ba3df-2917-45f7-8cec-6c1a7e427510","title":"Specialist Housing Advisor - 16+ Care Leavers Team","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Strood Children and Family Hub, Clifton Close, Strood, Kent","locationType":3,"description":"The Medway 16+ Care Leaver Service works to advise, support and befriend young people from the age of 16 who are in care and those young people who have left care (up to the age of 25) with a diverse range of complex needs to enable them to manage the transition into adulthood and independence.The Specialist Housing Advisor will support Personal Advisors and Care Leavers within the 16+ service, who require additional support to address their accommodation and independent living needs, with a focus on those at risk of homelessness and those ready to move onto independent accommodation.The role will require the post holder to provide assistance, advice, encouragement and support to Care Leavers to ensure they actively participate and contribute to their Housing Plans / Pathway Plans to enable them to move successfully into independent living. This role will focus on those Care Leavers at high risk of homelessness, due to inactivity, vulnerability or other factors. The Specialist Housing Advisor will be expected to keep up-to-date with government guidance and regulations in relation to accommodation, as well as all involved processes and resources, to facilitate the delivery of expert advice on all areas of in independent accommodation.In return we offer you:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</li>\n</ul>If you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Debbie Taylor, Service Manager 16+ Care Leavers Service on 01634 337229 or 07773 210505Our organisation:Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.Important Information-Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileEqual Opportunities Commitment StatementMedway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£31,283 - £37,181 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-13T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-28T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/9017f9c7-0193-487c-acb4-aa41c5058038.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"364c580f-d766-42c7-b9ef-eca8d24e9df2","title":"Assistant Youth Development Worker","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Gun Wharf","locationType":3,"description":"Medway Youth Service are looking to recruit to the position of Assistant Youth Development Worker (either 1 x full-time or 2 x 18-hour posts). We are searching for an enthusiastic and dedicated youth worker to play a vital role in our innovative project design to inspire the next generation's understanding and appreciation of the rich history and unique environment of the Hoo Peninsula. This isn't your average youth worker role; you will be leading engaging activities, creating a sense of belonging and helping young people discover the fascinating stories of the Hoo Peninsula by working in partnership with internal and external stakeholders.Applicants should have strong communication skills and experience of working with young people in ways that promote their leadership, growth and personal development.This project is funded for Three years from the start date.In return we offer you: • Generous annual leave entitlement• Generous local government pension scheme package• Access to wider training and development qualifications• Flexible working scheme• Travel plan discounts• Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service• Employee discount scheme for national and local retailersImportant Information-Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile.Equal Opportunities Commitment StatementMedway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. 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We have a committed, dedicated staff team and you could be just the person we are looking for to join us to make that valuable difference in carer’s lives. We live and work through our values in all that we achieve by being positive, collaborative and ambitious and we have clear plans to scale our reach, support and impact for carers. 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Carers First is committed to providing a supportive, vibrant, diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Carers First Can Offer You In return for your contribution, we have an amazing package of staff benefits including 26 days annual leave entitlement which increases with length of service, flexible working options, paid carers leave, access to our work-place pension, staff discount scheme, employee assistance programme and a Benenden Healthcare package. Whatever you are aiming to achieve in your career, we are here to encourage, help and support you grow, through our excellent training and development programmes.How to apply To apply for our exciting opportunity and make a real difference to the lives of carers, click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to begin your application. Appointments are subject to Carers First receiving an appropriate disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service that we consider acceptable. 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Medway is a vibrant thriving location with excellent schools and plenty of historic attractions e.g.: Historic Dockyard, Rochester Castle and Cathedral. Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, only 30 miles from London, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London. It provides excellent opportunities for affordable home ownership. Adult Social Care is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community, so it is an exciting time to join us. We have recently introduced a competency progression framework linked to salary. The post We have an exciting opportunity for experienced Social Workers (must have completed ASYE and registered with Social Work England) who are highly motivated to work within long term and early help. We are looking for people who are committed to delivering a high-quality service and who enjoy the challenge of reviewing packages of care to ensure best value and positive outcomes. The service is delivered using a strengths-based (Conversations Model), person centred approach. We have implemented an innovative locality-based service giving the opportunity to establish close links with local communities and partners. Your practice will have a strong emphasis on quality and achieving the best possible outcomes for people. We promote individual aspirations, enhance independence and wellbeing and maximise autonomy by supporting people to live their lives in the way that they choose. Working at Medway Council means that you will be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in Making you feel valued We offer excellent support including CPD learning opportunities and regular reflective supervision. Individual learning needs will be identified to develop specialist knowledge. We have a hybrid working model with a balance of remote working and office based.In return we will offer you: <ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n</ul>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role. You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.Our organisation:Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.Important Information-Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileEqual Opportunities Commitment StatementMedway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£38,476 - £45,829","publishDate":"2025-04-10T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-30T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/e65a2bbd-a95e-4abd-97c6-dfbc8f7c6d98.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"743ffe9f-e590-4fbd-b0ae-099ab56cec99","title":"Placemaking Regeneration Support Officer","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Gun Wharf","locationType":3,"description":"We have an exciting opportunity for a Placemaking Regeneration Support Officer to join the Economic Development & Town Centres Team supporting a range of projects making a difference to Medway’s town centres and communities. As part of this role, you will be collaborating with passionate local people and supporting projects that make people proud of where they live, work and visit.We are seeking a proactive and enthusiastic individual keen to make a difference in Medway, with experience of working in a team and with the general public. Communication skills will be key, alongside general administrative skills such as IT, planning workload, prioritisation etc.Experience or understanding of supporting projects is essential, and knowledge of Medway’s town centres would also be beneficial to the role. Medway’s rich heritage is a key focus for regeneration, and this role will also work closely with the Heritage Team and heritage focused projects.In return we offer you: <ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement </li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk</li>\n</ul>We're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency. Our declaration fits into our Council Plan priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change. Our organisation: Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager e-mail Anjuli Strange on anjuli.strange@medway.gov.uk.Interviews are likely to be held virtually via Microsoft Teams. Full details on how this will work will be sent to you, if your application is successfully shortlisted.Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileEqual Opportunities Commitment Statement Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction.For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range 3 - £26,897 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-10T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-25T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/bf80106f-6458-40a6-b72c-bdf72fe6a93f.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2db4aace-6e2b-4189-9757-6c811f1470c8","title":"Empty Homes Officer","employer":"Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council","department":"","location":"Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council","locationType":2,"description":"We’re looking to recruit an Empty Homes Officer to work within the Council’s Housing Improvement Team.\nSupported by their Private Sector Housing Team colleagues, they will coordinate work undertaken by the Council to bring empty homes back into use. This may include providing advice and information to homeowners, facilitating grants and loans (such as those provided by Kent County Council’s ‘No Use Empty’ scheme), and enforcement action where necessary.\nThe successful candidate will have a good standard of education and recent experience of working in a housing or enforcement type role.\nThey will be self-motivated, a good negotiator and have a keen interest and determination to bring empty homes back into use.\nThis is a fixed-term position for a period of two years.\nFor an informal discussion about this role, please contact Jason Wheble, Housing Improvement Manager on 01732 876261\n ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£28,629 - £34,263","publishDate":"2025-04-10T07:40:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-05T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/ba9ec9e3-fe2a-48fd-a560-11ae32bee7f4.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2fc4e0be-d85e-4110-82cc-4c9afb6f4693","title":"Civil Enforcement Officer","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"The Whitehouse, Chatham Waterfront Bus Station, Globe Lane, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4SL","locationType":3,"description":"DBS: Yes – Standard Subject to BPSS Checks: NoWorking as a member of the parking services team, the post holder will be a front line operative for the council assisting members of the public with information, offering advice and guidance on parking restrictions. Ensuring correct use of both off-street and on-street parking spaces, in accordance with the relevant Parking Orders and Traffic Management Act 2004. Civil Enforcement Officers (CEO) will also be required to issue Penalty Charge Notices to vehicles parking in contravention of the parking regulations, which may incur some negative verbal interaction. Written reports will need to be completed by the post holder recording details of any incidents. On a daily basis CEO's will walk their allocated route, which could be up to 10/12 miles, assessing road signage and road lining for compliance purposes; informing their supervisor of any issues or concerns. CEO's must ensure all incidents are brought to the attention of the Supervisor immediately – providing written statements and reports. They may also need to attend court or adjudication panels when required, as well as to submit evidence when called upon. Medway Council's equipment procedures must be adhered to – ensuring that all equipment is given due care and protection, daily start of shift checks should be carried out for faults and damaged equipment to be immediately reported to the Supervisor. CEO's will be required to assist with the clearing of snow from Medway car park surfaces as directed, if the weather inhibits the issuing of Penalty Charge Notices. The post holder will work on a shift pattern basis to ensure that the parking service is operational 7 days per week, from 07:00am - 01:00am hours. A uniform is required to be worn for this role at all times. This should be worn and used in a professional manner. Staff are responsible for their own uniforms, and this remains the property of Medway Council. Other duties may be required to be undertaken within the scope of this post as and when required. In return we offer you: <ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker </li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</li>\n</ul>We're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency. Our declaration fits into our Council Plan priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change. Our organisation: Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in. If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please call Suraj Soyinka on 01634 331650.Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileEqual Opportunities Commitment StatementMedway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction. For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range 2A - £23,727 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-09T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-24T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/4f7f2de4-de70-48d2-8b88-df4051d7240e.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"08c6dee8-bd28-4004-919a-198e835a0bae","title":"Civil Enforcement Officer","employer":"Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council","department":"","location":"Kings Hill, Tonbridge & Malling Council","locationType":3,"description":"Have you considered being trained as a Civil Enforcement Officer (CEO) and becoming part of Tonbridge & Malling Council’s Parking Services team or perhaps you are a current CEO looking for a new challenge?\nThe Civil Enforcement team has recently expanded so we have a number of new opportunities to join us.\nIf you possess good communication skills and are well organised with a diplomatic approach, then you could have just the right qualities to undertake the CEO role. You will be based at the Council Offices in Kings Hill but you will work across various locations within the Borough; and as well as assisting members of the public, you’ll patrol parking areas, monitor ticket machines and issue Penalty Charge Notices.\nA full UK driving licence, and the ability to work well as part of a team, are essential as are your excellent customer service skills. Our Civil Enforcement Officers represent the public face of the Council, therefore it is essential that you possess a courteous, helpful and confident manner.\nPatrols are carried out on foot and in vehicles, you will use a hand held capture device, make concise notes and deal tactfully with members of the public. The job involves weekend and evening working on a shift basis.\nYou will assist in continuing to provide a safe roadside environment which is our priority, we prevent dangerous and inconsiderate parking, which will help assist traffic flow, improve access to homes and businesses, and keep public transport on the move all over our Borough.\nFor an informal discussion about this role please contact Andy Bracey, Parking Manager on 01732 876222 (Direct applicants only, strictly no agencies)","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£25,206 - £27,948 (plus additional payment for unsocial hours worked, circa 9% of base salary)","publishDate":"2025-04-08T15:03:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-03T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/435e92d0-da19-4328-b0ed-c98ea0594753.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"737a8a8e-9d2a-4839-96c2-3f53ae9fd164","title":"Teaching Assistant","employer":"Medway Council","department":"Lordswood School","location":"Lordswood School","locationType":3,"description":"A rare opportunity has arisen to join Lordswood School. We are looking for: ➢ A teaching assistant with recent experience of working within a primary school setting ➢ Relevant NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent ➢ A high level of written and spoken English ➢ Experience of SEN interventions ➢ High expectations of pupil achievement and behaviour. ➢ Commitment to supporting staff and pupils in raising standards ➢ Excellent organisational skills ➢ Keen to work as part of a team. ➢ Ability to work on own initiative ➢ An effective communicator. ➢ A positive attitude and a commitment to participating in the wider aspects of school life such as special events\nSee the attached Candidate brochure for further information. Visits to the school are strongly encouraged and should be arranged through the school office. Further information and an application pack can be downloaded from the ‘Staff Vacancies’ area of the Lordswood School website www.lordswood-gst.org \nLordswood School is committed to safeguarding all children and as such any appointment will be subject to receiving an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. \nWe are committed to creating a diverse workforce, we treat all applicants in a fair and equal manner to ensure that unlawful discrimination does not occur. \nInterviews will take place on Monday 28th April 2025.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Grade: SCP Point 4 – 10 (£12.65 - £13.91 per hour) £24,404 - £26,835 FTE (£16,546.20 - £18,194.28 actual salary)","publishDate":"2025-04-04T10:20:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-24T08:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/ac14a932-2522-468c-9a5e-53c7fad46e0f.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"080a29a9-460a-4755-809c-41291c9bdbc3","title":"Experienced Social Worker - Community Teams","employer":"Kent County Council","department":"","location":"The Civic Centre","locationType":2,"description":"<div>\nWe are recruiting Experienced Social Workers with a range of different skills and experience. These full-time permanent roles are available in our Sandwich or Dover Community Teams. We operate in a hybrid model of office-based working and working from home to meet the needs of the service. £3000 Golden Hello payment to all new joiners (subject to criteria) and service related payments following continuous service. About Us This is an exciting opportunity to join our community teams across Kent as we enhance our locality working practice and put the person and good practice at the heart of what we do. We work with adults with a range of care and support needs placing individuals at the centre of their support. You will undertake work of varying levels of complexity including, Care Act Assessments, Mental Capacity Act (MCA) Assessments, Court of Protection applications and s42 safeguarding enquiries. Our social care interventions are structured around the three pillars of excellent practice, exceptional innovation, and meaningful measures. Therefore, our work is orientated around building relationships with the individual their families and carers. We engage with communities early on to help people feel empowered to find trusted help and support locally from a range of sources. About You We welcome applications from experienced social workers who can demonstrate post-qualification experience in Social Services, Health related agencies or related private or voluntary organisation.\n You will hold a registration with a professional body (Social Work England, HCPC, Nursing and Midwifery Council) and be competent to work at the Experienced Practitioner level of the Social Care Capabilities Framework for Registered Workers.\nYou will have experience of managing and reducing risk and completing safeguarding enquiries.\nYou will be able to demonstrate experience in supervising other members of staff.\nYou will have a high level of literacy and communication skills, both verbal and written.\nWe are looking for future employees who have a positive, forward-thinking attitude. Using strengths-based practice with individuals which is built around their desired outcomes and goals. Our teams are imaginative, locally focused and flexible and we are searching for registered practitioners with a like minded approach, working collaboratively as part of a team.\nThis role is subject to holding a Full UK Driving Licence – The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the jobholder to drive your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability. Our Support Offer In return, we offer an attractive benefits package and a commitment to ensuring that you achieve a healthy work life balance and opportunities for flexible working arrangements that meet business need. We offer generous market premium payments (subject to eligibility). You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave allowance and the local government pension scheme. You will have excellent opportunities for professional development with access to our social care academy, progression routes and our newly launched practice framework. We will support you to consolidate your skills and knowledge, assisting you to develop areas of specialist practice development such as Approved Mental Health Professional Training, Best Interest Assessor Training and Practice Educator training. You will receive regular professional supervision and have the opportunity to critically reflect on your practice. You will be supported to develop your practice and progress your career. We are increasingly accessible to the public outside of traditional office hours, as we move towards an 8 am to 8 pm, 7 days a week service to ensure service needs are met. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring service and a relevant professional qualification (Social Work, Nursing, Occupational Therapy) as well as up to date registration with the appropriate professional body. This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification. \n</div>\n<div>\nContact Details: For more information about the role, please contact:\nDebbie Davis 03000 412359\nKat Brown 03000 412484\nHayley Brind 03000 413195\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£39,355 - £44,900 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-04T08:47:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-04T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/1cee0e9f-a735-46e5-bbe1-b0ade2efd73b.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"20627961-b7b6-412c-ae40-23bd96d7da67","title":"Resident Involvement Officer","employer":"Dartford Borough Council","department":"","location":"Kent","locationType":3,"description":"Dartford Housing Services really value the contribution our staff make and in return, we offer the opportunity to ‘make a difference’ and go home at the end of the day with a very real feeling of accomplishment\nWe are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated and organised professional who is looking for a challenging role in a busy housing office environment and join our Housing Team to improve communications with residents, help drive up tenant satisfaction levels and increase participation.\nYou will:\n<ul>\n<li>Be experienced in customer involvement/resident communications</li>\n<li>Have knowledge of legislation surrounding resident consultation, Regulation of Social Housing (including Tenant Satisfaction Measures, and Consumer Standards) and Complaint Handling (including the Housing Ombudsman Service)</li>\n<li>Be passionate about housing and customer service excellence and will be a significant contributor to our vision of being the best Housing Landlord Service in Kent.</li>\n</ul>\n \nKey areas of responsibility will include:\n<ul>\n<li>To make a positive contribution to improving communications with residents, driving up tenant satisfaction levels and increasing participation.</li>\n<li>To increase the use of digital technology in communicating with residents</li>\n<li>To increase resident representation (overall numbers and diversity)</li>\n<li>To work with colleagues from across the Housing Service, to implement initiatives that lead to a tangible increase in the number of residents contributing to the service, responding to consultation, participating in surveys and TSM satisfaction scores.</li>\n<li>To monitor performance for dealing with complaints, Members Enquiries, Freedom of Information and Subject Access Requests performance monitoring process within the Housing Service</li>\n<li>To be an internal advocate of tenants and leaseholders when the Council considers making changes to service delivery</li>\n<li>Working with residents to promote social inclusion and well-being </li>\n<li>Have an innovative approach to public services, improving tenant satisfaction, meeting the requirements of the Government’s Regulation of Social Housing, the Housing Ombudsman’s Complaint Handling code and delivering the Council’s Corporate Plan</li>\n</ul>\n \nYou must be able to demonstrate the following:\n<ul>\n<li>Ability to manage and prioritise a busy workload</li>\n<li>Using social media and modern communication platforms</li>\n<li>Confidence, enthusiasm and a flexible approach</li>\n<li>Excellent administration skills, writing complex reports, accuracy and attention to detail</li>\n<li>Experience of customer involvement/resident communications within a housing management organisation</li>\n<li>Knowledge of legislation surrounding resident consultation, Regulation of Social Housing (including Tenant Satisfaction Measures, and Consumer Standards) and Complaint Handling (including the Housing Ombudsman Service)</li>\n<li>Proven ability to learn and utilise new software</li>\n<li>Excellent written and oral communication skills</li>\n</ul>\n \nThis post is considered by DBC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements\n “The Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer”.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£40,206.79 rising to £42,635.99 after 12 month’s satisfactory service","publishDate":"2025-04-04T08:05:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-20T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/f46f5199-7ad8-41e7-827d-e039114f0cb9.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f0e47ce9-57ef-452c-9d95-db811e297ae6","title":"TA Officer","employer":"Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council","department":"","location":"Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council","locationType":3,"description":"The Council's current ambition is to increase our own supply of Temporary Accommodation. \nIt is an exciting time to be joining the housing service. This role has been created to assist and ensure those who are staying in TA are supported whilst there. Given this, we are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual who wants to get the very best of outcomes for residents of the Borough.\nTo support this ambition, we have an exciting new opportunity to join our Housing Solutions service in a part time permanent role. The role will be three days a week and based in our new accommodation in Tonbridge.\nYou will work with and support both the Housing and Benefits teams as well as households directly to minimise any stay within temporary accommodation. There will also be a focus on helping to prevent any arrears occurring because of the stay within the temporary accommodation.\nWhilst you will be primarily based in Tonbridge, there may be times when you will be required to visit other temporary accommodation in other areas. The role will be focused on working with households who have been placed in temporary accommodation to check on occupancy and welfare.\nIn addition, you will recognise, report and monitor situations and/or changes in circumstances within temporary accommodation placements which may give cause for additional support, warnings, impact on housing duties e.g. anti-social behaviour.\nYou will have experience of working in a similar role with a local authority, Registered Social Landlord, homeless charity or similar.\nAbove all you will be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision, possess excellent communication skills and have the enthusiasm to help others overcome their problems.\nFor an informal discussion about this role please contact Claire Keeling, Housing Solutions Manager on <a href=\"mailto:claire.keeling@tmbc.gov.uk\">claire.keeling@tmbc.gov.uk</a> (Direct candidates only, strictly no agencies please)","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£28,629 - £34,263 (FTE) / £17,177 - £20,558 (pro-rata) plus an essential car user allowance of up to £1,239","publishDate":"2025-04-02T15:45:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-27T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/201a5002-f29a-4b75-b73e-cab35f01de05.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"7d43450b-fde8-463e-9f13-f3a92776b910","title":"Food & Safety Officer","employer":"Tunbridge Wells Borough Council","department":"","location":"Sittingbourne - Swale House, Remote, Hybrid","locationType":2,"description":"Are you committed to safeguarding public health, promoting safe working environments, and ensuring businesses operate to the highest standards? 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Corporate Director - Finance

Kent County Council

A career-defining role with a package to match

Sessions House, Maidstone (currently a mixture of working from home and office) (Hybrid)

Posted 1 hour ago

Experienced Community Practitioner

Kent County Council

£39,355 - £44,900 per annum

Sittingbourne (Hybrid)

Posted 5 hours ago

Social Worker

Kent County Council

£34,421 - £38,304 per annum

Sittingbourne (Hybrid)

Posted 5 hours ago

Participation and Engagement Officer

Medway Council

£31,283 - £37,181 per annum

Strood Children and Family Hub, Clifton Close, Strood, Kent (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Assistant Team Manager - Multi-Disciplinary Team

Medway Council

Up to £57,130 (inclusive of market allowance) + annual retention payment

Broadside, Leviathan Way, Chatham, Kent (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Specialist Housing Advisor - 16+ Care Leavers Team

Medway Council

£31,283 - £37,181 per annum

Strood Children and Family Hub, Clifton Close, Strood, Kent (On-Site)

Posted 2 days ago

Assistant Youth Development Worker

Medway Council

£26,980 - £30,154

Gun Wharf (On-Site)

Posted 5 days ago

Carer Support Adviser

Medway Council

£19,054 per annum (£23,500 FTE)

Medway Community Working (On-Site)

Posted 5 days ago

Social Worker - Long Term and Early Help

Medway Council

£38,476 - £45,829

Gun Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham, Kent (On-Site)

Posted 5 days ago

Placemaking Regeneration Support Officer

Medway Council

Range 3 - £26,897 per annum

Gun Wharf (On-Site)

Posted 5 days ago

Empty Homes Officer

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

£28,629 - £34,263

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council (Hybrid)

Posted 6 days ago

Civil Enforcement Officer

Medway Council

Range 2A - £23,727 per annum

The Whitehouse, Chatham Waterfront Bus Station, Globe Lane, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4SL (On-Site)

Posted 6 days ago

Civil Enforcement Officer

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

£25,206 - £27,948 (plus additional payment for unsocial hours worked, circa 9% of base salary)

Kings Hill, Tonbridge & Malling Council (On-Site)

Posted 8 days ago

Teaching Assistant

Lordswood School

Grade: SCP Point 4 – 10 (£12.65 - £13.91 per hour) £24,404 - £26,835 FTE (£16,546.20 - £18,194.28 actual salary)

Lordswood School (On-Site)

Posted 12 days ago

Experienced Social Worker - Community Teams

Kent County Council

£39,355 - £44,900 per annum

The Civic Centre (Hybrid)

Posted 12 days ago

Closing in 4 days

Resident Involvement Officer

Dartford Borough Council

£40,206.79 rising to £42,635.99 after 12 month’s satisfactory service

Kent (On-Site)

Posted 12 days ago

TA Officer

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

£28,629 - £34,263 (FTE) / £17,177 - £20,558 (pro-rata) plus an essential car user allowance of up to £1,239

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council (On-Site)

Posted 14 days ago

Closing in 5 days

Food & Safety Officer

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council

£33,535 (Starting point)

Sittingbourne - Swale House, Remote, Hybrid (Hybrid)

Posted 19 days ago

Community Senior Practitioner

Kent County Council

£43,810 - £49,989 per annum

The Civic Centre (Hybrid)

Posted 19 days ago

Closing in 4 days

Senior Planning Officer - Development Management (Part time up to 29 hours)

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

£47,766 - £51,803 (FTE inclusive of market supplement) / £36,654 - £40,602 (pro rata salary, inclusive of market supplement payment) plus a £2,350 Golden Hello Payment (pro rata) and an essential car user allowance up to £1,239 per annum

Opportunity for flexible/hybrid working, Kings Hill, West Malling (On-Site)

Posted 26 days ago

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21 job vacancies in Rochester

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Corporate Director - Finance

Experienced Community Practitioner

Social Worker

Participation and Engagement Officer

Assistant Team Manager - Multi-Disciplinary Team

Specialist Housing Advisor - 16+ Care Leavers Team

Assistant Youth Development Worker

Carer Support Adviser

Social Worker - Long Term and Early Help

Placemaking Regeneration Support Officer

Empty Homes Officer

Civil Enforcement Officer

Civil Enforcement Officer

Teaching Assistant

Experienced Social Worker - Community Teams

Resident Involvement Officer

TA Officer

Food & Safety Officer

Community Senior Practitioner

Senior Planning Officer - Development Management (Part time up to 29 hours)

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