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Please contact the office to make an appointment.</p><p><br></p><p>Groombridge St Thomas CE School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children. This post is subject to the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2009 and the appointment is subject to references and a successful enhanced DBS check. </p><p>This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2009. The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2009 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision.  Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2009 Regulations. 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You will be part of a friendly, supportive One Team culture with the chance to make a real difference.</p>\n<p>We believe in balancing hard work with fun. Our active social team organises two to three events a year, ranging from Staff Awards, quiz nights to rounders in the park helping the workplace to be productive and enjoyable.</p>\n<p>We use Viva Engage to keep you connected and engaged and we hold regular face to face meetings, such as Chief Executive briefings to keep you in the loop.</p>\n<p>We are conveniently located close to Oxted Station and have some free on-site parking.</p>\n<p>In addition to the stated pay, we offer membership and contributions towards the Local Government Pension Scheme, hybrid working (giving you the opportunity to work from home for up to three days a week), flexitime, payment of a relevant professional subscription and access to a discounted health scheme.</p>\n<p>Please visit our website for more information about working for us www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs and download our Working for Tandridge guide.</p>\n<p><strong>Diversity statement</strong></p>\n<p>At Tandridge District Council, we pride ourselves on maintaining an inclusive workplace, ensuring equality, fairness and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do, and good practice is embedded in the Council’s culture and services.</p>\n<p>We welcome applications from all sectors of our community, including BAME, LGBTQ+ and all groups protected under the Equality Act.</p>\n<p>Tandridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.</p>\n<p><strong>Want to know more? </strong></p>\n<p>If this sounds like your kind of challenge and you want to be part of our friendly and supportive team, we would love to hear from you.</p>\n<p>If you would like to find out more, please read our role profile and specification, or for an informal discussion about the role, please e-mail Thomas James, tjames@tandridge.gov.uk.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£33,079","publishDate":"2025-02-13T09:36:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-03-05T11:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/ce15f346-fa9b-4528-b980-8fec684af985.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"c662e5aa-a541-447e-aed9-d99b4ca6fe50","title":"Audit Support Officer","employer":"Sevenoaks District Council","department":"","location":"Council Offices, Argyle Road, Civic Centre, Home Gardens, Dartford","locationType":2,"description":"<p>The Dartford & Sevenoaks Audit Partnership are looking for someone who is interested in a varied role and really adding value to the team. If you are detail oriented, well organised and proactive in your approach, we would love to hear from you.</p>\n<p>Reporting directly to the Audit Manager, you will undertake a mix of administrative tasks, running data analytic programmes and supporting the Audit Manager in maintaining the risk management frameworks.  We do not need you to be proficient in data analytics and/or risk management as we will support your development so we do need someone who is keen and eager to learn. The role is employed by Dartford Borough Council and you will benefit from also working at Sevenoaks District Council offices as well, it is therefore important you are able to travel to both sites.</p>\n<p>Skills, Knowledge and Experience:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>5 GCSEs grade C and equivalent or above (to include English & Maths)</li>\n<li>IT literate</li>\n<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Please contact Jen Warrillow (Jennifer.Warrillow@dartford.gov.uk) if you would like to find out more about the role.</p>\n<p>Interviews will be held week commencing 24th March 2025.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£25,019 pro-rated increasing to £25,892 pro-rated after 12 months’ satisfactory service","publishDate":"2025-02-11T14:02:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-03-09T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/2e375574-2e69-43b3-abef-2c9e3822cce5.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"5b216ccc-66e3-4dc0-870c-50ea831ba701","title":"Financial Inclusion Officer","employer":"Tunbridge Wells Borough Council","department":"","location":"Tunbridge Wells - Town Hall","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>A brand-new exciting opportunity has come up to work as part of the Council’s Housing Options Team and make a real difference for vulnerable individuals living in temporary accommodation.</strong></p>\n<p>As Financial Inclusion Officer, you will support vulnerable households to manage their budgets by completing an income & expenditure, providing financial advice on budgeting and welfare benefits and signposting them to relevant debt advice services.</p>\n<p>You will oversee the Council’s rental income accounts for both historic and current residents of temporary accommodation and support these households to maximise their income and set up affordable repayment plans.</p>\n<p><strong>Main Responsibilities:</strong></p>\n<p>As Financial Inclusion Officer, you will support households living in temporary accommodation to claim the relevant benefits including housing benefit and council tax support. You will work with households to complete an income and expenditure and provide advice and assistance on managing their budget, reducing expenditure and maximising their income.</p>\n<p>You will oversee and manage the Council’s rental income accounts (both current and historic) and work with households to ensure that rental payments are made on time and in full.</p>\n<p>You will support the Council’s Tenancy Officer with duty by arranging, booking and completing the required paperwork for sign-ups into temporary accommodation.</p>\n<p><strong>About you:</strong></p>\n<p>We are looking for a candidate who has experience working with a housing or support setting with vulnerable and/or social excluded households.</p>\n<p>You would be educated to A ‘Level standard or equivalent, at grades A to C, or equivalent grading, or demonstrable experience of working with vulnerable households.</p>\n<p>You would have a good understanding of the welfare benefit system and welfare reform changes.</p>\n<p>You would have excellent communication skills and an ability to work as part of a team and develop supportive relationships with colleagues.</p>\n<p><strong>Benefits</strong></p>\n<p>Additional benefits for this post include 22 days annual leave (increasing to 27 days after 5 years continuous Local Government service), plus an additional day in December. Membership of the Local Government (CARE – Career Average (Revalued Earnings) Pension Scheme, as well as invaluable training opportunities for continuing professional development. </p>\n<p>To find out more take a look at the Job Description and Person Specification below.  For an informal discussion about this post, you can contact Matt Muddell, Housing Options Manager, on 01892 553396 or matt.muddell@tunbridgewells.gov.uk.</p>\n<p>Our competency framework describes what's expected from our employees in terms of attitudes and behaviors. </p>\n<p>This post is subject to a satisfactory DBS check.</p>\n<p>To stay up to date with our latest vacancies and what it’s like to work here you can follow us on twitter @TWBC_Jobs and LinkedIn @TWellsCouncil</p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: 2<sup>nd</sup> March 2025</strong></p>\n<p><strong>           </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview Date: 11<sup>th</sup> March 2025</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£27,037","publishDate":"2025-02-10T09:19:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-03-02T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/a4db61dc-9d41-4bb0-b1b3-3207dc9f556a.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"6ad1a13e-b561-414d-8fdc-b7cbb8cdbad4","title":"Rough Sleeper Resettlement Manager","employer":"Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council","department":"","location":"Tunbridge Wells Borough Council","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Do you have a passion for preventing and ending rough sleeping and single homelessness? </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Do you have the skills and drive to lead rough sleeper and single homelessness services across the Tunbridge Wells and Tonbridge & Malling boroughs? </strong></p>\n<p>If you answered <strong>YES</strong>, the post we’re seeking to fill could be for you.</p>\n<p><strong>Main Responsibilities:</strong></p>\n<p>We’re looking to recruit a full time Rough Sleeper and Resettlement Manager, lead the Tunbridge Wells BC (TMBC) and Tonbridge and Malling BC’s (TMBC) rough sleeper and resettlement services, on a 12-months contract.</p>\n<p>You will have responsibilities for contract managing rough sleeper or resettlement services commissioned by TWBC or TMBC, either jointly or in partnership.</p>\n<p>You will be responsible for the management of TWBC’s in-house rough sleeper and resettlement team and ensure clients within the Rough Sleeper Pathway progressed through the differing stages of the pathway dependent on their individual needs.</p>\n<p>You will lead on analysing and monitoring the delivery of these services, including the completion of government data returns, and implement good practice from national rough sleeper strategies and other successful projects focused on ending rough sleeping and single homelessness.<br> <br>Please refer to the Job Description for full details. </p>\n<p><strong>About you:</strong></p>\n<p>We are seeking an experienced housing professional with experience of managing rough sleeper, or homelessness services and who is driven to improve the housing and life outcomes for excluded individuals.</p>\n<p>You must have experience of being able to motivate, coach and lead a small team, as well as being highly effective in partnership working.</p>\n<p>You must also have a commitment to service delivery, a passion for continuous improvement and an understanding of trauma informed practice.</p>\n<p><strong>In return we offer you:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Financial: An attractive basic salary within a clear pay structure with the opportunity to influence your own annual salary increase based on your contribution to the role and organisation.</li>\n<li>Holiday Entitlement: 26 days annual leave (increasing to 29 days after 5 years continuous Local Government service) plus an additional day in December and bank holidays. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme: The Council has partnered with Health Assured to provide staff with access to EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) to assist in balancing everyday life with the requirement of work and home.</li>\n<li>Pensions: Membership of the Local Government (CARE – Career Average (Revalued Earnings) Pension Scheme.</li>\n<li>Flexibility: The Council operates a hybrid working model with opportunities to work from home and in an office environment, and a flexible working policy subject to the business needs being met.</li>\n<li>Personal Development: Invaluable training opportunities for continuing professional development. </li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>This role is subject to a satisfactory standard DBS check.</strong></p>\n<p>To find out more take a look at the Job Description and Person Specification below. 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The successful candidate will manage a Children & Families caseload of higher levels of complexity, involving the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of appropriate action to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and their families. This role includes hybrid/flexible working arrangements.</p>\n<p>Kent County Council's children's services have been rated \"outstanding\" by Ofsted following an inspection in May 2022. The Ofsted report, published on July 5, 2022, records the top score in three of the four categories and \"good\" in the fourth, with the overall effectiveness in providing children's services as \"outstanding\".</p>\n<p>The report highlights that children are at the center of the council's culture and practice, supported and cared for by an experienced and skilled workforce who listen and respond to their views and feelings. 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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. 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sustained</li>\n<li>Conduct single homeless ‘drop in’ sessions to link in with insecurely housed clients at risk of rough sleeping and provide relevant support</li>\n<li>Complete referrals to supported accommodation schemes and support client to attend assessments and signups for accommodation where required</li>\n<li>Assist clients with identifying private rentals and contacting landlords/agents</li>\n<li>Provide intensive in-reach support to single homeless clients in in various forms of temporary accommodation, including support those clients with complex needs in housing first/housing led accommodation.</li>\n<li>Help clients to become tenancy ready, ensuring they are able to manage their property and rent/bills to minimise temporary accommodation charge arrears</li>\n<li>When ready, support and encourage clients to access employment to increase their independence.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About you:</strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>We are seeking someone with experience of working with single/homeless and/or vulnerable people that have multiple and complex support needs, such as substance misuse and mental health issues.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You must have excellent communication skills including the ability to influence, negotiate and problem solve skills, for example, to engage with new rough sleeper who may not want to engage with services and help overcome the challenges which may be barrier to securing accommodation</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You must also be able to effectively manage a caseload of clients and their support plans, using you own initiative, and be able to prioritise your own workload and plan ahead effectively.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>In return we offer you:</strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Financial: </strong>An attractive basic salary within a clear pay structure with the opportunity to influence your own annual salary increase based on your contribution to the role and organisation.</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Holiday Entitlement: </strong>22 days annual leave (increasing to 27 days after 5 years continuous Local Government service) plus an additional day in December and bank holidays.  </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Employee Assistance Programme: </strong>The Council has partnered with Health Assured to provide staff with access to EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) to assist in balancing everyday life with the requirement of work and home.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Pensions:</strong> Membership of the Local Government (CARE – Career Average (Revalued Earnings) Pension Scheme.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Flexibility: </strong>The Council operates a hybrid working model with opportunities to work from home and in an office environment, and a flexible working policy subject to the business needs being met.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Personal Development:</strong> Invaluable training opportunities for continuing professional development.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>To find out more take a look at the Job Description and Person Specification below. <strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile.</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about this post, you can contact Ivon Sait, Single Homeless Projects Team Leader, on 01892 554122.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>To stay up to date with our latest vacancies and what it’s like to work here you can follow us on twitter @TWBC_Jobs and LinkedIn @TWellsCouncil</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date:  </strong></p>\n<p><strong>           </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview Date: 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our locality working practice and put the person and good practice at the heart of what we do.</p>\n<p>We work with adults with a range of care and support needs placing individuals at the centre of their support. You will undertake work of varying levels of complexity including, Care Act Assessments, Mental Capacity Act (MCA) Assessments, Court of Protection applications and s42 safeguarding enquiries.</p>\n<p>Our social care interventions are structured around the three pillars of excellent practice, exceptional innovation, and meaningful measures. Therefore, our work is orientated around building relationships with the individual their families and carers. We engage with communities early on to help people feel empowered to find trusted help and support locally from a range of sources.</p>\n<p><strong>About You</strong></p>\n<p>We welcome applications from experienced and newly qualified (LP1) social workers, all of whom can demonstrate capability of practice in accordance with current professional standards, legislative and policy frameworks.</p>\n<p>You will hold a registration with Social Work England.</p>\n<p>You will have a high level of literacy and communication skills, both verbal and written.</p>\n<p>We are looking for future employees who have a positive, forward-thinking attitude. Using strengths-based practice with individuals which is built around their desired outcomes and goals. Our teams are imaginative, locally focused and flexible and we are searching for registered practitioners with a like minded approach, working collaboratively as part of a team.</p>\n<p>You will hold a Full UK Driving License – The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the jobholder to drive your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability.</p>\n<p><strong>Our Support Offer</strong></p>\n<p>In return, we offer an attractive benefits package and a commitment to ensuring that you achieve a healthy work life balance and opportunities for flexible working arrangements that meet business need.</p>\n<p>We offer generous market premium payments (subject to eligibility). You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave allowance and the local government pension scheme.</p>\n<p>You will have excellent opportunities for professional development with access to our social care academy, progression routes and our newly launched practice framework.</p>\n<p>We will support you to consolidate your skills and knowledge, assisting you to develop areas of specialist practice development such as Approved Mental Health Professional Training, Best Interest Assessor Training and Practice Educator training.</p>\n<p>You will receive regular professional supervision and have the opportunity to critically reflect on your practice. You will be supported to develop your practice and progress your career.</p>\n<p>Please state your preferred areas of work and full time or part time preference on your application forms.</p>\n<p>We are increasingly accessible to the public outside of traditional office hours, as we move towards an 8 am to 8 pm, 7 days a week service to ensure service needs are met.</p>\n<p>This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring service and registration as a qualified Social Worker with Social Work England.</p>\n<p>This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. 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You’ll also take the financial lead on a variety of different projects across the Council, providing advice and guidance on financial viability.</p>\n<p>With your leadership, the Finance team will continue to flourish and enhance the Council’s success whatever the future may hold.</p>\n<p>So, if you are<strong> </strong>looking to take the next step up and hone your strategic skills or if you are an experienced financial leader, then come and make a lasting impact in our district.</p>\n<p>This role will be based at our Council Offices, Argyle Road, Sevenoaks Kent TN13 1HG. We currently operate a hybrid working model for the majority of our roles where your working time will be divided between the office (3 days p/w) and home working (2 days p/w).</p>\n<p>We pride ourselves in being an Investors in People Platinum employer.</p>\n<p><strong>Do you want to know more about the role? </strong></p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Adrian Rowbotham, Deputy Chief Executive and Chief Officer Finance & Trading, on 01732 227153. </p>\n<p>Or for further details on the role, the Council and the benefits of working for us, please see our <a href=\"https://sevenoaks.pagetiger.com/bosrcws/1\">Candidate Pack</a>.</p>\n<p><strong>Do you want to ensure you have the best chance of being shortlisted?</strong></p>\n<p>Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements as your application will be judged against these criteria.</p>\n<p><strong>Closing date:  </strong>26<sup>th</sup> February 2025</p>\n<p><strong>Interviews: </strong>18<sup>th</sup> March 2025</p>","shortDescription":"<p>Lead, inspire and develop the Finance team at Sevenoaks District Council, with responsibility for budget strategy and generating income.</p>","salaryDescription":"£70,471 - £75,546 plus a Car Allowance of £4,097.75 per annum.","publishDate":"2025-01-31T09:56:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-26T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/99a69df8-f064-4d97-95dd-06d9e87736f6.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":true},{"id":"1548085c-cd81-4b28-a97c-03eca7c019d9","title":"Planning Investigation Officer","employer":"Tunbridge Wells Borough Council","department":"","location":"Tunbridge Wells - Town Hall","locationType":3,"description":"<p>An opportunity has arisen to join the successful and respected Planning Enforcement Team. You will be part of a team that acts as custodians of the Borough ensuring that Planning Control is regulated.</p>\n<p>The role is responsible for the investigation of alleged breaches of planning control and recommending a course of action from no breach to taking formal enforcement action. These breaches will range from household extensions to checking compliance with permissions for major housing developments. The Borough is a mix of urban and rural with a large proportion of protected landscape and this adds to the variety that you will encounter daily.</p>\n<p>We are looking for someone who has excellent communication and negotiation skills with experience of resolving disputes. You will be able to manage, organise and prioritise your own caseload independently and work closely with colleagues in the Development Management Team as well as the wider Planning Service. The role would be ideal for someone with some planning experience looking to broaden their knowledge of planning through the technical knowledge and experience that enforcement cases provide or someone who has an investigative background and experience of evidence gathering and preparation of cases for prosecution.</p>\n<p>You must have a full driving licence and access to a car and be physically able to carry out site inspections, which may be in rural areas and involve rough terrain.</p>\n<p>Additional benefits include hybrid working, 24 days annual leave (increasing to 27 days after 5 years continuous Local Government service), membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, as well as invaluable training opportunities for continuing professional development. 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Planning Officer

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

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Salary: £29,495 - £44,909 (inclusive of a £5,000 market supplement payment) plus a one off golden hello payment of £3,000 and an essential car user allowance up to £1,239 per annum.

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

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