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There is plenty of interesting work within the directorate, including:-</p>\n<p>• A review of our Local Plan adopted in November 2022 is underway.<br>• The strategic sites in our current Local Plan are progressing through master planning to outline planning applications.<br>• Creation of up-to-date town centre strategies for our main towns.<br>• Working with neighboring Councils we have recently consulted on the North East Central Hertfordshire Vision 2050 for a potential Joint Strategic Plan.</p>\n<p>We are looking for an individual who will motivate, inspire and challenge both as a Director and as part of the Senior Leadership Team. This role offers an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to help steer the Place Directorate through the challenging local government landscape.</p>\n<p><strong>The Experience you will bring</strong></p>\n<p>You will have sound knowledge of the national policy agenda facing local government relating to Planning services and experience in managing in a complex environment at a senior level. </p>\n<p>You’ll be expected to provide efficient and effective customer focused results, working closely with colleagues and councillors is vital as well as collaborating with partners to deliver our key priorities. You will have strong leadership skills and ability to work strategically to achieve this.</p>\n<p>If you want to work in a forward-thinking council to help us meet the challenges ahead and respond to the changing needs of our communities, then please apply.</p>\n<p>Ideally, we are seeking experienced senior managers and leaders, but for the right candidate this role would be an ideal step-up opportunity.  </p>\n<p>The job profile for the role provides full details of the expectations and requirements. </p>\n<p><strong>About Us</strong></p>\n<p>North Hertfordshire is a large rural district with approximately 125,000 residents with four historic towns, Hitchin, Baldock, Royston and Letchworth Garden City. The Council has a clear vision: Working with you for a fairer, greener North Herts</p>\n<p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p>\n<p>We have recently concluded a review of the senior management structure which has clarified and refocussed this role and what we are asking the post holder to deliver. The vacancy has been created by the retirement of a long serving Director and whilst we are of course sad to see them go, we are looking forward to the opportunity to bring new energy and fresh ideas to our Leadership Team. If you think that could be you, please do apply and we look forward to seeing your application. If you would like to discuss the roles prior to applying please reach out, we are always happy to talk to potential candidates.  You can contact Anthony Roche on <a href=\"mailto:Anthony.roche@north-herts.gov.uk\">Anthony.roche@north-herts.gov.uk</a> or <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@north-herts.gov.uk\">recruitment@north-herts.gov.uk</a>.</p>\n<p>To apply for this position, you must complete our online application form. You will be re-directed to this by clicking on the apply link above. Please note that we do not accept CV applications, either on their own or accompanying application forms. Therefore, please ensure that all relevant information is provided on the application form.</p>\n<p>The selection process will include online assessments prior to a face-to-face panel interview and presentation.  The appointment is subject to a final interview by the Council’s Employment Committee, likely w/c 2nd June.</p>\n<p>The successful applicant for the above post will be background checked with the Disclosure and Barring Service.</p>\n<p><strong>Recruitment timetable</strong></p>\n<p>Closing Date: Noon, Tuesday 29th April<br>Online assessments:  Tuesday 6th May and Wednesday 7th May<br>Interviews: Monday 12th and Tuesday 13th May<br>Employment Committee: Week commencing 2nd June</p>\n<p>Interviews will take place at the Council offices in Letchworth.</p>\n<p>Dates are subject to change.  We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient suitable applications. 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Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. 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You will have a critical role in the Council’s response to flooding events and long-term goal to provide sustainable housing growth. The successful applicant will be expected to support the Flood Risk Management Team following major flood events through desk and field-based flood investigations, liaison with affected residents and other stakeholders such as the Environment Agency and Thames Water.</p>\n<p>You will join the SuDS and Watercourses Team, contributing to reducing flood risk while supporting sustainable growth within Hertfordshire and ensuring the Council meets its statutory responsibilities under the Flood and Water Management Act 2010, primarily in its role as a statutory consultee in the planning system.</p>\n<p>Our ambition is to ensure that sustainable growth in Hertfordshire can be achieved without increasing flood risk elsewhere and ideally, reducing flood risk to existing properties where possible.</p>\n<p>Responsibilities of this role include:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Providing a professional & compliant flood risk advisory service to Local Planning Authorities & developers, prioritising workload to achieve timescales</li>\n<li>Ensuring that development proposals with high flood risk/social impact are prioritised</li>\n<li>Providing pre-application advice on a range of projects, from housing sites and commercial proposals to large solar farms</li>\n<li>Ensuring that all relevant casework information is recorded and reported to the required standard</li>\n<li>Supporting senior colleagues in the delivery of the team’s objectives</li>\n<li>Managing relationships with LPA to strengthen the role of sustainable drainage in Hertfordshire</li>\n<li>Working collaboratively with partner organisations within the Hertfordshire spatial planning and flood management fields</li>\n<li>Engaging with local, regional and national networks to benefit the service and contribute to wider HCC strategy development</li>\n<li>Supporting wider HCC Lead Local Flood Authority activity including investigating of flood incidents and securing corrective action</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<p>You will be progressing your knowledge of relevant national policy and legislation covering flood risk/sustainable drainage, spatial planning, and hold a relevant qualification. You will be used to communicating ideas persuasively orally and in writing and collaborating with a range of colleagues, consultants, professionals, partners, and members of the public. You will enjoy working as part of a team and independently and have examples of where you have negotiated with external parties to achieve justified and appropriate outcomes within set timeframes.</p>\n<p>You will exhibit an enthusiasm to raise understanding of the benefits and importance of sustainable drainage and flood risk management and see them reflected in placemaking, with an ambition to make a difference in Hertfordshire’s environment. Through this role you be able to progress your career in Flood Risk Management, whilst contributing to sustainable growth in Hertfordshire.</p>\n<p>A full current driving licence is desirable as the role will involve site visits not accessible via public transport.</p>\n<p>You will be joining an experienced and expanding Lead Local Flood Authority and will be supported in your development (including in gaining/progression CIWEM membership) as you support others in theirs.</p>\n<p>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.</p>\n<p>To hear more about this opportunity please contact David Uncle on 01992 555839 for an informal discussion about the role.</p>\n<p>Closing date: 16 May 2025.</p>","shortDescription":"<p>Mid-level position in SuDS and Watercourses Team at Hertfordshire County Council. 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Yes, you’ll use your aptitude and experience to ensure we deliver in accordance with the law and principles of good governance, but this role provides an opportunity to really shape and influence how council governance operates, bringing your ideas and creativity to the table, and implementing best practice. </p>\n<p>With specific responsibilities for legal, democratic services, scrutiny, elections, policy and community partnerships, you will be influencing the building blocks of our organisation and how we engage with our communities.</p>\n<p>We are looking for an individual who will motivate, inspire and challenge both as a Director and as part of the Senior Leadership Team. This role offers an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to help steer the Governance service areas through the challenging local government landscape.</p>\n<p><strong>The Experience you will bring</strong></p>\n<p>You will be a qualified solicitor or barrister with a current practicing certificate with experience of advising Chief Officers and Members.  You will be able to work closely with colleagues and Councillors whilst promoting our organisational values. </p>\n<p>You’ll have a track record of proactive service delivery, political skills and sensitivity and a solid understanding of the legal framework relating to the ethical standards and duties of a Monitoring Officer. </p>\n<p>If you want to work in a forward-thinking council to help us meet the challenges ahead and respond to the changing needs of our communities, then please apply.</p>\n<p>Ideally, we are seeking experienced senior managers and leaders, but for the right candidate this role would be an ideal step-up opportunity.  </p>\n<p>The job profile for the role provides full details of the expectations and requirements. </p>\n<p><strong>About Us</strong></p>\n<p>North Hertfordshire is a large rural district with approximately 125,000 residents with four historic towns, Hitchin, Baldock, Royston and Letchworth Garden City. The Council has a clear vision: Working with you for a fairer, greener North Herts</p>\n<p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p>\n<p>We have recently concluded a review of the senior management structure which has clarified and refocussed this role and what we are asking the post holder to deliver. The vacancy has been created by the retirement of a long serving Director and whilst we are of course sad to see them go, we are looking forward to the opportunity to bring new energy and fresh ideas to our Leadership Team. If you think that could be you, please do apply and we look forward to seeing your application. If you would like to discuss the role prior to applying please reach out, we are always happy to talk to potential candidates.  You can contact Anthony Roche on <a href=\"mailto:Anthony.roche@north-herts.gov.uk\">Anthony.roche@north-herts.gov.uk</a> or <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@north-herts.gov.uk\">recruitment@north-herts.gov.uk</a>.</p>\n<p>To apply for this position, you must complete our online application form. You will be re-directed to this by clicking on the apply link above. Please note that we do not accept CV applications, either on their own or accompanying application forms. Therefore, please ensure that all relevant information is provided on the application form.</p>\n<p>The selection process will include online assessments prior to a face-to-face panel interview and presentation.  The appointment is subject to a final interview by the Council’s Employment Committee, likely week commencing 2nd June.</p>\n<p>The successful applicant for the above post will be background checked with the Disclosure and Barring Service.</p>\n<p><strong>Recruitment timetable</strong></p>\n<p>Closing Date:            Noon, Tuesday 29th April<br>Online assessments:         Tuesday 6th May and Wednesday 7th May <br>Panel interview:        Monday 12th and Tuesday 13th May<br>Employment Committee:    Week commencing 2nd June</p>\n<p>Interviews will take place at the Council offices in Letchworth.</p>\n<p>This appointment to this post is subject to Council approval.  This Council meeting will take place in June 2025.</p>\n<p>Dates are subject to change.  We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient suitable applications. 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The role involves a combination of face-to-face and online teaching as well as continued pastoral support for a group of students.<br><br>The current timetable (subject to change) for ESMA teachers is structured with teaching from 9.00am - 11.00am, followed by a break, and then a second teaching slot from 11.30am - 1.30pm. This could include a mixture of face-to-face and online teaching, or all face-to-face or all online.<br><br>When not delivering lessons, teachers work on their pastoral responsibilities, which include holding Planning and Review meetings with families, students, schools, and health professionals, with their allocated students.<br><br>The purpose of these regular meetings is to ensure that the student has the appropriate access to education, considering their medical need, and has a plan to reintegrate into school.<br><br><b>About you</b><br><br>We are looking for an excellent communicator who also believes in the importance of pastoral care and support.<br><br><strong>Essential:</strong><ul>\n<li>Educated to degree level and hold Qualified Teacher Status.</li>\n<li>Minimum five years relevant and successful teaching experience.</li>\n<li>Recent classroom experience and practice knowledge for the subject specialism (English).</li>\n<li>Able to demonstrate a thorough understanding of relevant high-quality teaching and learning.</li>\n<li>Knowledge and understanding of best practice in relation to meeting the needs of children with health and SEND.</li>\n<li>Ability to model excellent practice and lead by example.</li>\n<li>Be able to evaluate practice and evidence the impact of interventions.</li>\n<li>Commitment to promoting equal opportunities and diversity.</li>\n<li>Excellent communication and technology (ICT) skills.</li>\n<li>Ability to prioritise work within a multi-professional team reflecting service priorities.</li>\n<li>Detailed knowledge of exam board specifications and exam requirements</li>\n<li>Ability and willingness to contribute to curriculum planning and shared resources.</li>\n<li>Full UK Driving Licence and regular access to a vehicle, due to travel requirements.</li>\n</ul><strong>Desirable:</strong><ul><li>An understanding of working with children with medical needs (physical and mental).</li></ul>This is a fantastic opportunity for an outstanding teacher of English to join a team dedicated to providing the best possible outcomes for students who are too ill to attend school. <br><br>If you enjoy small-group teaching, both online and in person, and have a genuine passion for making a difference to the lives of students and their families, then this could be the role for you.<br><br>To hear more about this opportunity please contact <br><br> <strong>Tracy.haase@hertfordshire.gov.uk </strong> or telephone <strong></strong><strong>07580 711077</strong> for an informal discussion about the role.<br><br><strong>Interview Date: 16th May</strong><br><br><strong> Benefits of working for us </strong><br><br><b>How to apply</b><br><br>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job outline, to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences.<br><br><strong>Secondment</strong><br>This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the Secondment Form as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<br><br> <strong> We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role. </strong> <br><br> <strong>Disability Confident<br></strong>We are proud to be a <strong>Disability Confident employer</strong> <strong> </strong>and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post. <br><br> <strong>Safeguarding<br></strong>This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. <br><br> <strong>Driving required <br></strong>You'll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations. <br><br> <strong>English Fluency<br></strong>The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£31,650 - £49,084 pa + SEN","publishDate":"2025-04-25T06:18:11.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-06T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/2bbd5990-0542-40ad-89f2-28a9051d4f17.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"873ae1c7-a25d-46cb-a23a-7e1c7e4cc9f8","title":"ARC Senior Outreach Worker","employer":"Hertfordshire County Council","department":"","location":"Welwyn Garden City","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>Job Title:</strong> ARC Senior Outreach Worker <br> <strong>Starting Salary:</strong> £37,035 with the opportunity to progress to £40,476 plus 3% market enhancement. <br> <strong>Hours:</strong> 37.0 <br> <strong>Location:</strong> Welwyn Garden City <br> <strong>Contract Type:</strong> Permanent <br> <strong>Directorate:</strong> Childrens Services <br><br><b>About the team</b><br><br> Due to changes to our structure we are looking for 2 Senior Outreach Workers to join our team. <br><br> Our team supports young people who have experienced childhood trauma, and we work with them and their families to help stop young people entering the care system. This work is carried out in the family homes / schools / in the community and on our sites. <br><br> You will be part of a team of professionals putting in place intensive care packages to help young people who have complicated needs, to build secure attachments and become self-reliant. <br><br> This senior position requires experience and confidence of working with young people and adults, along with leadership and supervision skills. <br><br><b>About the role</b><br><br> As a senior in the team you will be required to:<ul>\n<li> Supervise and lead a team of Outreach Workers </li>\n<li> Guide and support workers with complex families </li>\n<li> Develop and upskill staff through role modelling and support </li>\n<li> Provide monthly data on teams outcomes </li>\n<li> Promote resilience and confidence through debriefs, family discussions, supervisions </li>\n</ul><br><b>About you</b><br><br> <strong>Essential</strong>:<ul>\n<li> Experience of working with families and young people. </li>\n<li> Must have good People skills and be approachable. </li>\n<li> Some experience of using leadership skills. </li>\n<li> Resilience and flexibility. </li>\n<li> UK Driving licence and use of vehicle with Business Insurance. </li>\n<li> Ability to work evenings and weekends / Bank Holidays (including Christmas and New Year). </li>\n<li> Written and computer skills. </li>\n</ul><strong>Desirable</strong>:<ul><li> Level 4 qualification n Residential childcare or equivalent </li></ul>By joining our team, you will receive excellent support and training, supervision, and excellent job satisfaction. <br><br> This role includes a 3% market enhancement payment for the weekend and Bank Holidays working. <br><br> This is an office and community-based role - with flexible hours to meet the needs of families and service. <br><br> We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role. <br><br>This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC10 job profile. Please locate this via:<br><br> Job profiles - Health and social care <br><br>To hear more about this opportunity please contact Joanne Harris (joanne.harris@hertfordshire.gov.uk) for information about the role. <br><br> Interview Date: <br><br> Benefits of working for us<br><br><b>How to apply</b><br><br> As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <br><br> <strong>By applying to this role, you are agreeing to work 10% of hours at weekends and Bank Holidays (including Christmas & New Year). You will be covering late and early shifts or as required to meet the needs of business.</strong> <br><br><strong>Disability Confident</strong> <br> We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post. <br><br> <strong>Safeguarding</strong> <br> This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. <br><br> <strong>Driving required</strong> <br> You'll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations. <br><br> <strong>English Fluency</strong> <br> The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£37,035 with the opportunity to progress to £40,476","publishDate":"2025-04-25T06:18:10.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-11T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/3f28ef58-76b0-4c2a-9095-48820e164f3d.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f544c2e0-8413-4357-8be9-5e331dd003eb","title":"Payments Officer","employer":"Hertfordshire County Council","department":"","location":"Stevenage","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>Job Title:</strong> Payments Officer <br> <strong>Starting Salary:</strong> £24,790 progressing to £27,269 pa <br> <strong>Hours:</strong> 37 <br> <strong>Location:</strong> Stevenage <br> <strong>Contract Type:</strong> Fixed Term or Secondment for 1 year <br> <strong>Directorate:</strong> Resources <br><br><b>About the team</b><br><br> A multi-functional Payments Team with a specialisation in Children's Services invoice & direct payments. This dynamic team processes payment transactions and resolves all payment queries relating to these transactions. The team liaises with a range of stakeholders including, but not limited to, CS Brokerage and Commissioning, CS Social Workers, and Hertfordshire residents. <br><br><b>About the role</b><br><br> • You will process invoices and internal finance request forms and query where appropriate, in a timely manner for a range of suppliers using ContrOCC & SAP <br> • You will liaise and work closely with colleagues across Children's Services to assist in the delivery of an efficient and effective financial service dealing with payments <br><br><b>About you</b><br><br> <strong>Essential </strong> <br> • Experience in using Microsoft Office and demonstrable computer literacy <br> • Proven time management and organisational skills <br> • Ability to demonstrate attention to detail & methodical approach to tasks <br> • Experience or demonstrable ability to prioritise and work to deadlines <br><br> <strong>Desirable </strong> <br> • Experience in Accounts Payable <br><br> This is a role for someone with a keen eye for detail, a methodical approach to tasks in a supportive, friendly team. If you would like to be part of a team that makes a real difference to providers and Hertfordshire residents, we would welcome your application. <br><br> We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role. <br><br>This job role is within the Corporate Services, level 6 job profile. Please locate this via: <br><br> Job profiles - Corporate services <br><br>To hear more about this opportunity please contact Vicki.Cheriton@hertfordshire.gov.uk for an informal discussion about the role. <br><br> <strong>Interview Date</strong>: to be confirmed <br><br> Benefits of working for us<br><br><b>How to apply</b><br><br> As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <br><br> <strong>Secondment</strong> <br> This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the Secondment Form as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only. <br><br> <strong>Disability Confident</strong> <br> We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£24,790 progressing to £27,269 pa","publishDate":"2025-04-25T06:18:10.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-08T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/56add19b-5c0b-4ccb-acec-42a8e49d94c4.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"ad118a29-0b10-46dd-a214-b9cd0ec20bca","title":"Improvement Officer","employer":"Hertfordshire County Council","department":"","location":"Stevenage","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>Job Title:</strong> Improvement Officer <br> <strong>Starting Salary:</strong> £33,366 progressing to £36,124 per annum <br> <strong>Hours:</strong> 37 hours per week <br> <strong>Location:</strong> Stevenage <br> <strong>Contract Type:</strong> Fixed Term End Date/Secondment <br> <strong>Directorate:</strong> Childrens Services <br><br><b>About the team</b><br><br> We are actively recruiting for an Improvement Officer within the Children's Services Improvement Team. The post holder will support a range of projects delivering efficiency, innovation, improved performance and good practice across children's social care. <br><br><b>About the role</b><ul>\n<li> To provide support to various projects within the Improvement team by helping to prepare project documentation and monitor and report progress against key dates and milestones. </li>\n<li> Undertake research and analyse information and data to produce reports. </li>\n<li> Provide logistics support during Inspections. </li>\n<li> Work closely with services & the L&D team to plan, prepare and implement the annual onboarding of frontline practitioner cohorts. </li>\n<li> Plan, prepare and present information at workshops and briefings to a variety of audiences both internal and external. Support and assist with managing change aspects of projects. </li>\n<li> Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external partners and stakeholders. </li>\n<li> Ensure issues are regularly monitored and resolved and provide solutions or escalations where necessary. </li>\n<li> Ensure that key dates and milestones are achieved. </li>\n</ul><br><b>About you</b><br><br> <strong>Essential</strong>:<ul>\n<li> Ability to communicate effectively with both internal staff and partners demonstrating excellent interpersonal skills. </li>\n<li> Demonstrates effective organisational skills and prioritises activities to meet tight deadlines. </li>\n<li> Demonstrates clear and concise communication skills, proven to meet differing audience's needs. </li>\n<li> Positive approach to solving problems creatively. </li>\n<li> Ability to challenge and suggest innovative solutions. </li>\n<li> An ability to develop good working relationships with internal colleagues as well as external partners and stakeholders is vital to ensure that project work is delivered on time and to specification. </li>\n<li> There are no specific qualifications required for this job although </li>\n</ul><strong>Desirable</strong>:<ul><li> Experience in project work and an understanding of Children's Services would be beneficial. </li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role. <br><br>This job role is within the Corporate Services, level CORP9 job profile. Please locate this via: Job profiles - Corporate services <br><br>This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to develop into project work or management.<br><br>To hear more about this opportunity please contact Joanna Hunt(1) for an informal discussion about the role. <br><br> Interview Date: 21.05.2025 <br><br> Benefits of working for us<br><br><b>How to apply</b><br><br> As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <br><br> <strong>Secondment</strong> <br> This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the Secondment Form as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only. <br><br> <strong>Disability Confident</strong> <br> We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post. <br><br> <strong>Safeguarding</strong> <br> This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. <br><br> <strong>English Fluency</strong> <br> The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£33,366 progressing to £36,124 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-25T06:18:10.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-11T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/2e89bcad-9dd2-4756-a878-de84166e50e8.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"88de3ceb-0e86-40d6-9c8c-ec9b7ee8dc17","title":"Service & Maintenance Technician","employer":"Hertfordshire County Council","department":"","location":"Welwyn Garden City","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>Job Title:</strong> Service and Maintenance Technician <br> <strong>Starting Salary:</strong> £30,559 progressing to £33,366 <br> <strong>Hours:</strong> 37 <br> <strong>Location:</strong> Mundells Welwyn Garden City <br> <strong>Contract Type:</strong> Permanent <br> <strong>Directorate:</strong> Adult Care Services <br><br><b>About the team</b><br><br> Adult Care Services. Our vision is to offer an outstanding service to our clients and their families. You will be part of a team of 8 other Service and Maintenance Technicians and a Senior Manager that oversees the Technical Operation Officer and team. To assist with our own Customer Service team and all departments that work within HES. Going forward there is scope to move up in the Pay points if all challenges and requirements are met. <br><br><b>About the role</b><br><br>We are actively recruiting for a Service and Maintenance Technician within our team. The post holder will be required to service, maintain and repair a wide range of daily living aids, non-stock items and medical equipment both in clients' homes or in our workshop based at Mundells Welwyn Garden City.<br><br><b>About you</b><br><br><strong>Essential:</strong><ul>\n<li>Full Manual Driving Licence</li>\n<li>Proven Mechanical Background</li>\n<li>Empathetic and understanding of needs of older Clients.</li>\n<li>Eye for detail</li>\n<li>DBS Enhanced Check</li>\n<li>Good customer service skills</li>\n<li>This role involves lifting equipment upstairs.</li>\n<li>Good verbal and written skills</li>\n<li>Cover our Out of Hours on a rota basis once fully trained. Mon-Fri 5pm-10pm and 9am-10pm Sat, Sun and bank holidays. (This is additional to your normal day to day work and carries a premium when on call)</li>\n</ul><strong>Desirable:</strong><ul>\n<li>Experience of Health and Social care</li>\n<li>Understanding of Health and Safety legislation including MHRA and LOLER requirements</li>\n</ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role. <br><br>This job role is within the Operational Services, level OPS8 job profile. Please locate this via:<br><br> Job profiles - Operational services <br><br>To hear more about this opportunity please contact<strong> </strong> <strong> adrian.ransford@hertfordshire .gov.uk </strong> or mobile: 07580 742877 for an informal discussion about the role. <br><br> Interview Date: Wednesday 14th May 2025 <br><br> Benefits of working for us<br><br><b>How to apply</b><br><br> As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <br><br> <strong>Disability Confident</strong> <br> We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post. <br><br> <strong>Safeguarding</strong> <br> This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. <br><br> <strong>Driving required</strong> <br> You'll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations. <br><br> <strong>English Fluency</strong> <br> The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£30559 progressing to £33366","publishDate":"2025-04-25T06:18:10.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-05T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/6ef72260-6d42-4ac5-badb-e8f3009219e1.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"6c6efeda-629e-48f9-a0c7-ecdc57c0f12c","title":"Service Provision Officer","employer":"Hertfordshire County Council","department":"","location":"Hertfordshire","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>Job Title:</strong> Service Provision Officer <br> <strong>Starting Salary:</strong> £33,366 progressing to £36,124 per annum pro rata <br> <strong>Hours:</strong> 27.0 <br> <strong>Location:</strong> Hertfordshire <br> <strong>Contract Type:</strong> Permanent <br> <strong>Directorate:</strong> Childrens Services <br><br><b>About the team</b><br><br> The Children & Young People's SEND Brokerage Team located within Specialist and Safeguarding Services in Hertfordshire is looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic person to join our busy team. <br><br> We work in partnership with children/young people and their families to identify, broker, procure and monitor all packages of care for disabled children and young people as identified by an assessment of need carried out by the social work teams. We ensure services brokered are needs led, represent value for money and are appropriately quality assured. We work in partnership with other agencies to maximise positive outcomes for children and young people. We assist in identifying gaps in service provision and working with strategic commissioning we develop a more varied pool of resources in line with needs. <br><br><b>About the role</b><ul>\n<li> <strong>Do you like making a positive difference to the lives of children and their families?</strong> </li>\n<li> <strong>Do you like a fast pace and rewarding role?</strong> </li>\n<li> <strong>Are you organised and diligent with excellent communication skills?</strong> </li>\n</ul>As part of this role, you will be involved in brokering & securing support for families with disabled children, from a diverse range of valued care provider organisations. <br><br> Responsibilities in the role include arranging packages of support which are needs led and deliver positive outcomes. You'll be working in partnership with families, social care professionals and care providers, to identify and arrange the right support, therefore suitable candidates will have effective and proactive communication skills. <br><br> You will also have the opportunity to promote inclusion for disabled children and young people, through signposting to local community-based activities and resources. <br><br> We are looking for someone with:-<ul>\n<li> The ability to analyse, understand and utilise information, in order to broker effective packages, to ensure improved outcomes for children. </li>\n<li> Ability to research and propose alternative solutions. </li>\n<li> Ability to influence providers and stakeholders, through effective and proactive communication. Ability to seek solutions and work proactively with partners. </li>\n<li> Ability to build positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders to support effective collaborations. Stakeholders include the child / young person; parents / carers and wider parties. </li>\n<li> Ability to work flexibly in a changing and learning context. </li>\n<li> Ability to demonstrate use of ICT and maintain accurate records. </li>\n<li> Ability to organise your work and follow a range of processes consistently to promote an effective team working approach. </li>\n<li> Ability to manage and prioritise a number of different demands, engaging the support of colleagues where necessary. </li>\n</ul><br><b>About you</b><br><br> <strong>Essential</strong>:<ul>\n<li> Demonstrable experience of working with disabled children and young people and/or providing children and families social care services. </li>\n<li> Highly organised and ability to prioritise your workload. </li>\n<li> Ability to use own initiative. </li>\n<li> Good ICT skills </li>\n<li> Good verbal and written communication skills </li>\n<li> Experience of dealing with a high level of confidentiality </li>\n<li> Full driving licence and access to transport </li>\n</ul>This is a fast-paced environment; sourcing care packages that make a real difference to families with disabled children, providing personalised support from homecare to short breaks and direct payments. Therefore, you'll need to be able to work under pressure and be extremely well organised, taking a pro-active approach to your workload. <br><br> To identify effective services, you will be flexible and adaptable, a creative problem-solver, and deliver person-centred solutions. <br><br> You will be a strong team worker, committed to ensuring the team maintains its good reputation for being responsive and family focused. This includes covering 'duty' responsibilities on a rota for responding to day-to-day issues as well as your allocated care package tasks. <br><br> Our organization is committed to your personal growth and professional aspirations. <br><br> We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role. <br><br>This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC9 job profile. Please locate this via: <br><br> Job profiles - Health and social care <br><br>To hear more about this opportunity please contact Catherine Wangechi (catherine.wangechi@hertfordshire.gov.uk) <br><br> Interview Date: 29th & 30th May 2025 <br><br> Benefits of working for us<br><br><b>How to apply</b><br><br> As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <br><br> <strong>Disability Confident</strong> <br> We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post. <br><br> <strong>Safeguarding</strong> <br> This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. <br><br> <strong>Driving required</strong> <br> You'll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations. <br><br> <strong>English Fluency</strong> <br> The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). 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The teams aim to keep service users in the community to ensure they remain independent and do not become institutionalised by avoidable hospital admissions. <br><br><strong>About you</strong> <br><br> You will be responding to those in need of social care support and undertaking the required work in accordance with the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005. <br><br> We seek CCO's who excel at engaging with people, promoting inclusive community options, and supporting a self-directed approach while maximising universal services. Our ideal candidates are resilient, robust, imaginative, and reflective. As a small team, we collaborate cohesively to achieve our outcomes, and we're committed to smart and flexible working. <br><br> <strong>Essential criteria</strong><ul>\n<li> The team is community based and you must have a full UK driving licence and regular access to a vehicle for working purposes </li>\n<li> Experience of working in social care </li>\n<li> Some weekend work is required </li>\n</ul><br><br>This job role is within the Health and Social Care Level 8 job profile. Please locate this via: Job profiles - Health and social care <br><br> <strong>These are ongoing vacancies and applications will be considered as and when received. </strong> <br><br> <strong>For an informal discussion and more information please contact: ed.davis@hertfordshire.gov.uk</strong> <br><br> We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role. <br><br> Benefits of working for us <br><br><b> How to apply </b><br><br> As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <br><br><b>Additional information<br><br></b><br><br> <strong>Disability Confident</strong> <br> We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post. <br><br> <strong>Safeguarding</strong> <br> This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. <br><br> <strong>Driving required</strong> <br> You'll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations. <br><br> <strong>English Fluency</strong> <br> The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£30,559 progressing to £33,366 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-25T06:00:18.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-25T06:18:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/5e683aa4-2b80-45a3-a86f-9fe5e21bc286.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"3c9ac240-a22a-4871-9751-e40a5468d4bb","title":"Senior Occupational Therapist","employer":"Hertfordshire County Council","department":"","location":"St Albans","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>Job Title:</strong> Senior Occupational Therapist <br> <strong>Starting Salary:</strong> £41,511 progressing to £45,718 <br> <strong>Hours:</strong> 37 <br> <strong>Location:</strong> Apsley, Hemel Hempstead, covering St Albans <br> <strong>Contract Type:</strong> Permanent <br> <strong>Directorate:</strong> Adult Care Services <br><br><b>About the team</b><br><br> <strong>St Albans Adult Disability Team</strong> <br><br> As an Adult Care Services occupational therapist, you will hold your own caseload and work in partnership with people living in the community across Hertfordshire. You will undertake a holistic assessment of need to identify person-centred outcomes. <br><br> We work in an enabling way with people and their families and carers, to promote independence and participation, through meaningful occupation and a strengths-based approach. Across all our services we aim to ensure that people are provided with the right support and advice, and at the right time. <br><br> Our Adult Care Services Connected Lives practice principles are very much aligned to core occupational therapy values, with the ultimate aim of connecting people to the life that they want to live. <br><br> We work collaboratively alongside social care colleagues, as well as with our health partners, housing and care providers, and a range of community support services. <br><br> The role will also include an opportunity to mentor and develop others <br><br><b>About the role</b><br><br> We aim to enable people to make positive decisions in their lives, promote their independence and ensure they can get involved in their local community. We're a service motivated by and dedicated to social care intervention and community social work. <br><br> We're looking for a senior occupational therapist who can engage with people, promoting and enabling inclusive community options, as well as self-directed purchased services. <br><br> This is a fast-paced environment. Our locality teams focus on complex cases and include general assessments and care planning. You'll support with:<ul>\n<li> Completing care needs assessment </li>\n<li> Developing innovative support plans </li>\n<li> Building networks </li>\n<li> Raising awareness in the area and developing valuable links for the team </li>\n</ul>You'll work alongside community care officers, community learning disability nurses and occupational therapists to achieve the best outcomes for the people you work with. <br><br><b>About you</b><ul>\n<li> A recognised occupational therapy qualification and be registered with The Health and Care Professions Council </li>\n<li> To ensure practice is consistent with The Royal College of Occupational Therapists' Professional standards for occupational therapy practice, conduct and ethics, and the HCPC Standards of Proficiency for Occupational therapy </li>\n<li> Knowledge and experience of relevant social care legislation, such as the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 </li>\n<li> To be a confident team member with good decision-making skills </li>\n<li> The ability to work successfully with partners and other agencies </li>\n<li> A full UK driving licence and regular access to a vehicle for work purposes </li>\n</ul>Requirements for the senior role include actively undertaking a specialist role e.g. Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP), Best Interests Assessor (BIA), occupational therapy practice educator, or moving and handling specialist function role. <br><br> Alternatively, an agreement to undertake at least one of these roles within the first year. <br><br> We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role. <br><br>This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC11 job profile. Please locate this via: <br><br> Job profiles - Health and social care <br><br>To hear more about this opportunity please contact Adaeze Ihedioha for an informal discussion about the role. <br><br> Interview Date: TBC <br><br> Benefits of working for us<br><br><b>How to apply</b><br><br> As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <br><br><strong>Disability Confident</strong> <br> We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post. <br><br> <strong>Safeguarding</strong> <br> This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. <br><br> <strong>Driving required</strong> <br> You'll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations. <br><br> <strong>English Fluency</strong> <br> The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£41,511 progressing to £45,718","publishDate":"2025-04-25T06:00:18.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-11T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/a87f212b-30a4-4bd7-bab5-686011db888c.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"8527c85c-65cb-409a-9866-1e8ee67653b2","title":"Senior Practitioner - MASH","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Town Hall","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the job</strong><br><strong>Salary: £41,511 - £44,711 a year plus £5,500 market supplement allowance and £963 essential car user allowance (subject to criteria)<br>Hours per week: 37<br>Contract type: Permanent</strong><br> <br>Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families? Join our MASH team as a Senior Practitioner!<br> <br>As a <strong>MASH Senior Practitioner</strong>, you will be providing essential support to the most vulnerable and at-risk children and families. Your role will include assessing contacts from various sources, prioritising urgent cases, and ensuring that timely, high-quality action is taken by signposting to the appropriate teams and services. This role is critical to our commitment to safeguarding children, and you'll play a key role in shaping the safety and welfare of young lives every day.<br> <br><strong>What You'll Be Doing:</strong><ul> <li>Act as a key contact point, managing all incoming social care queries via phone and written communication.</li> <li>Swiftly assess and prioritise cases, identifying those in urgent need and making appropriate recommendations.</li> <li>Provide high-level advice, guidance, and support to colleagues, ensuring all cases are efficiently transferred or handled by the relevant services.</li> <li>Mentor, coach, and guide team members, sharing best practices to continually raise professional standards across the MASH.</li> <li>Develop and maintain strong partnerships within the MASH and externally to ensure cohesive and effective interventions.</li> </ul><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br>As a valued part of our MASH team, you'll work alongside dedicated professionals in a dynamic, supportive environment committed to protecting children and supporting families. You'll have opportunities for professional growth, a robust support network, and the chance to make a profound impact! We are looking for:<ul> <li>\n<strong>Experienced Professional</strong>: You bring substantial post-qualifying experience in children's social care, with deep knowledge in safeguarding and risk management.</li> <li>\n<strong>Passionate Mentor</strong>: You have demonstrable experience in coaching, mentoring, and practice teaching, sharing your expertise to uplift team standards.</li> <li>\n<strong>Skilled Communicator</strong>: Known for your ability to build meaningful relationships across teams, you can communicate effectively with staff, public, and professionals alike.</li> <li>\n<strong>Solution-Oriented</strong>: Your practice is defined by a commitment to delivering exceptional support, with a proven aptitude for effective decision-making in complex and sensitive cases.</li> <li>\n<strong>Collaborative Team Player</strong>: Your commitment to the highest professional standards goes hand-in-hand with your ability to work collaboratively and provide critical guidance within a multi-agency framework.</li> </ul>Ready to make a difference?<br><br>Apply today and be part of a team that puts the welfare and safety of children at the heart of everything we do.<br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong>- that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.<br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<br><strong>Application process</strong><br><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person's criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.</strong><br><strong>Additional information</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<ul> <li>\n<strong>From 25to 32days' annual leave:</strong> linked to length of service and grade</li> <li>\n<strong>Buying annual leave scheme: </strong>buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li> <li>\n<strong>Career Pathways:</strong> step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li> <li>\n<strong>Pension scheme: </strong>with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li> <li>\n<strong>Generous relocation package: </strong>up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li> <li>\n<strong>Employee Assistance Programme:</strong> a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li> <li>\n<strong>Work/life balance:</strong> flexible working options including working from home where possible. W e welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns </li> <li>\n<strong>Training and support: </strong>unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li> <li>\n<strong>Staff offers:</strong> includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li> <li>\n<strong>Arriva Travel Club:</strong> great value savings on local bus travel</li> <li>\n<strong>Friday Funday Socials -</strong> One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li> </ul>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"GBP 41,511.00 - 44,711.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00","publishDate":"2025-04-25T02:01:15.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-11T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/ae49c6c5-bdf2-4fda-8d1d-22cc43005a8d.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2d06c5aa-c3ae-4d94-9afc-ae76530b51c4","title":"Childcare Solicitor (Career Progression)","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Town Hall, Hybrid","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the job</strong><br><strong>Salary: £45,718 to £51,802 per year plus £3,203 car benefit</strong><br><strong>Hours per week: 37</strong><br><strong>Contract type: Permanent</strong><br> <br>We are seeking a dedicated and experiencedSolicitorto join our Legal Services team and assist in the provision of comprehensive legal support to the Council, its Executive, Committees, Sub-Committees, and various Departments. This progression role offers an exciting opportunity to work on a personal legal caseload, with a particular focus on childcare and related matters. The successful candidate will provide expert legal advice, manage complex cases, and contribute to the smooth running of our legal services.<br> <br>The post holder will be expected to assist the Principal Solicitor (Social Services) in the development of the Social Services Team and to carry out special projects and to assist in corporate inter-service or inter-departmental projects from time to time.<br> <br>Please note this is a progressive opportunity graded M3-M4 so you will have the opportunity to get 'hands on' experience to develop and broaden your skills.<br> <br><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br>We're looking for someone with experience in Local Government and a solid understanding of how to carry out legal work under supervision. You should be comfortable using computers and have a persuasive, analytical mindset. You'll also need to be able to plan and prioritise your own caseload within broad guidelines, and while working under supervision, you'll still need to make decisive judgments when necessary.<br> <br>Strong communication skills are key - both written and verbal. You'll need to gather relevant information in moderately complex situations and translate it into clear, effective legal documents. Teamwork is also important to us, so you should be someone who enjoys collaborating with colleagues.<br> <br>In terms of legal expertise, we're looking for a solid understanding of English law, particularly Childcare Law. Whether you're a Solicitor or a Barrister qualified in England, you must hold (or be able to obtain) a current practising certificate. If you're a Barrister, you'll need to have (or be able to obtain) rights of audience under the relevant paragraphs of the Code of Conduct for Barristers in England and Wales.<br> <br>Additionally, a working knowledge of the Law of Evidence is essential.<br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong> - that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.<br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<br><strong>Application Process</strong><br><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person's criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.</strong><br><strong>Benefits</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br>- From 25 to 32 days' annual leave: linked to length of service and grade<br>- Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave<br>- Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area<br>- Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant<br>- Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)<br>- Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home<br>- Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns<br>- Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways<br>- Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons<br>- Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<br>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"GBP 45,718.00 - 51,802.00 per year;GBP 3,203.00 ;GBP 8,000.00","publishDate":"2025-04-25T02:01:15.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-22T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/bd4094e8-4cb5-4fe8-b3c2-64a723e5f269.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2df09a77-7d18-458c-99af-1f3a61a713f8","title":"Income and Home Ownership Manager (P01575)","employer":"Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council","department":"","location":"White Lion House, Hatfield","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Income and Home Ownership Manager</strong></p><p><strong>(P01575)</strong></p><p><strong>Starting salary £53,343pa with potential progression to £56,632pa on achieving designated skills and experience</strong></p><p><strong>37 hours per week (hybrid working)</strong></p><p><br></p><p>We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated professional to manage a high quality income management, rent transactions and leasehold service.You will use your advanced knowledge of related processes and legislation to provide an excellent service to the council’s tenants and leaseholders.</p><p>In this pivotal role, you will lead a team of professional staff to maximise the receipt of rental and service charge income from the council’s tenants and leaseholders, whilst providing appropriate support where necessary to provide excellent customer service.</p><p>You will work with other council departments and external stakeholders and partners to ensure effective delivery of services to customers.You must therefore be an effective communicator with the confidence to represent the council internally and externally, and to provide advice to senior managers and stakeholders.</p><p>You must be an excellent manager, capable of motivating a high performing team to ensure that key performance targets, indicators and business plan objectives are met.</p><p>You will need to be a dynamic and highly motivated individual, with experience and knowledge of housing income services within a local government or other social housing environment, and the ability and confidence to work strategically.</p><p><br></p><p>Our CORE values—Collaborative, Open, Responsible, Excellent—guide everything we do.</p><p></p><p><strong>Closing date for applications is 18 May 2025</strong></p><p><strong>Remote assessment will take place on 26 May 2025</strong></p><p><strong>Interviews will take place on 4 June 2025</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Starting salary £53,343pa with potential progression to £56,632pa on achieving designated skills and experience","publishDate":"2025-04-24T14:56:20.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-18T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/803bd761-36c8-4aed-ba65-4d1a8f8a63c9.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0cf1ddb1-a5ff-46e3-a623-170568c2dc80","title":"Housing Options Team Leader (P01769)","employer":"Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council","department":"","location":"Welwyn Garden City","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Housing Options Team Leader (P01769)</strong></p><p><strong>1 x permanent role</strong></p><p><strong>1 x 12 months fixed term</strong></p><p><strong>37 hours per week (hybrid working)</strong></p><p><strong>Starting salary £40,689 pa with potential progression to £43,690pa on achieving designated skills and experience</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Are you passionate about helping people?</strong></p><p>Are you able to lead a team, helping them to achieve success in the field of Homelessness Prevention?</p><p>Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council is investing in Homelessness Services and is looking for someone to lead the expanding team of Housing Options.You will be one of two Housing Options Team Leaders for the Housing Options team, a member of the Housing Needs management team with operational responsibility for both the day-to-day service and the out of hours homelessness service.</p><p>You will be in a key role, working with the Housing Options Manager to develop the service in a way which promotes and prioritises the prevention of homelessness, whilst also ensuring that there are resources in place for the relief of homelessness when prevention is not possible.</p><p>You will have line management responsibilities for up to 8 officers, to ensure consistency of decision making, whilst also providing advice and guidance to help develop and strengthen team members’ own decision-making skills.</p><p>You will be responsible for maintaining and updating the key homeless prevention pathways, working with partners and colleagues to ensure the Council has the necessary housing options for successful sustainable outcomes.</p><p>You will be the primary point of contact for colleagues and partners in the day-to-day operation of the service, enabling the swift resolution of cases that require a quick response and helping colleagues without specialist knowledge.</p><p>You will demonstrate your ability to deal with emotionally challenging cases in difficult situations, dealing with cases that require escalation from members of the housing options team and identifying outcomes in complex cases.</p><p>We are looking for someone with:</p><ul>\n<li>An interest in providing high quality public services to the local community</li>\n<li>Experience of working in Housing Options and homelessness, making detailed homelessness decisions and providing detailed housing advice</li>\n<li>The ability to negotiate with others and find solutions to complicated situations</li>\n<li>High levels of ability working with IT systems and confidence in using Microsoft software,</li>\n<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li>\n<li>Ability to manage the effective operation of Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council’s Housing Options service</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Our Values</strong></p><p>Our Values are important to us and we’re looking for someone who can live our values and help embed them into the services we deliver. Our values are Collaborative, Open, Responsible and Excellent.</p><p>If you are passionate about helping people and assisting those in housing need, and if you also thrive under pressure and enjoy team working – we want to hear from you.</p><p><strong>Closing date for applications is 5 May 2025</strong></p><p><strong>Assessments will be held on 21 May 2025</strong></p><p><strong>Interviews will be held on 28 May 2025</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Starting salary £40,689pa with potential progression to £43,690pa on achieving designated skills and experience","publishDate":"2025-04-24T12:02:32.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-05T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/65d47c65-9c1c-42a3-a6c9-f56970efff38.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"3c961451-3a30-4744-b335-3093e5f8e79a","title":"Commercial Services Manager – Maternity Cover","employer":"St Albans City & District Council","department":"","location":"St Albans City & District Council","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Commercial Services Manager – Maternity Cover </strong></p>\n<p><strong>£45,417 to £49416 inclusive annual salary + up to 19.7 percent employer pension contribution</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Fixed Term, up to 12 months, full-time (37 hours pw) </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Flexible working options (including hybrid)</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Job Ref: </strong><strong>P2368</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About the role</strong></p>\n<p>St Albans Museums is an award-wining local authority funded museum service that manages and operates a number of historic and cultural sites. These include Verulamium Museum, the Hypocaust, the 15th century Clock Tower and the dynamic St Albans Museum + Gallery, at the heart of the city centre.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We are now looking for an organised and creative individual to cover the role of <strong>Commercial Services Manager </strong>whilst the permanent postholder is on maternity leave.</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>As the lead for commercial activity across the Museum Service, you will monitor and grow the income generating elements of the service, overseeing retail, venue hire, and contract management of a new café and catering partner.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You will manage and develop new and existing income streams to support the wider work of the Museums Service during an ambitious period of growth.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We are looking for an exceptional candidate with previous experience of managing commercial activity within museums and galleries. Creative, income driven, and a motivating leader, you will have great organisational skills and be able to manage tight budgets and resources effectively.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You will be joining during an exciting period of NPO funded activity and will be responsible for managing the delivery of part of this programme as well as the core commercial activity.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Flexible working patterns can be arranged to meet the needs of the successful candidate. However, as part of the Museum Management Team, some onsite weekend and evening event working will be required.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>St Albans is a unique English Cathedral City with a colourful history which can be seen in the Roman remains and variety of beautiful architecture, heritage sites and conservation areas. Set within green belt, off the M25, A1M and M1 the District includes a cathedral, vibrant city centre and thriving villages. Our centrally located offices in the city are near to the station (London St Pancras 20 minutes), shops and restaurants. In short it is <a href=\"https://www.enjoystalbans.com/\">a great place to live and work</a>.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>In addition to working within a great team and a comprehensive salary you will have access to:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>30.5 days basic annual leave (increasing with service) + bank holidays. <em>Please</em><em> note: annual leave will be pro-rated for anyone who does not have a standard full-</em> <em>time pattern of 37 hours over 5 days, e.g. part-timers</em>\n</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme with current employer contribution up to 19.7 percent employer contributions</li>\n<li>Flexible working options</li>\n<li>Staff Parking Permit</li>\n<li>Reimbursement of professional fees</li>\n<li>Comprehensive development and training</li>\n<li>Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres</li>\n<li>Access to discounts and benefits via online platform</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Disability Confident: </strong>We are proud to be a <a href=\"https://jobs.hertfordshire.gov.uk/about-us/disability-confident-employer.aspx\">Disability Confident employer</a>and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets all the essential criteria for the post.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Disclosure Checks: </strong>This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Check.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>English Fluency: </strong>The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). <a href=\"https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/573013/english_language_requirement_public_sector_workers_code_of_practice_2016.pdf\">Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>For an informal discussion, please contact Farhana Begum, Arts, Tourism, Culture and Heritage Manager on <a href=\"mailto:Farhana.begum@stalbans.gov.uk\">Farhana.begum@stalbans.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>To apply </strong>      <strong> </strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>Please select the apply button on the vacancy and follow the steps below:</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>Complete an online application and in the supporting statement section, ensure you explain what you would bring to the role and how you meet the essential criteria in the person specification. </li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>Provide an up-to-date CV (no more than three sides of A4), explaining any gaps in employment.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>A detailed job description and person specification are published on the advert for this role. The person specification sets out the criteria we use to assess applicants. The Council reserves the right to reject applicants at the shortlisting stage, where the application process has not been completed correctly. </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>For full details and to learn more about us visit <a href=\"https://www.stalbans.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers\">Jobs and Careers</a> or email <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@stalbans.gov.uk\">recruitment@stalbans.gov.uk</a> or telephone (01727) 819251 stating your details and the post reference number.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Closing date for applications: Monday 19<sup>th</sup> May 2025</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Interviews are scheduled for w/c: 2<sup>nd</sup> June 2025</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£45,417 to £49416 inclusive annual salary + up to 19.7 percent employer pension contribution","publishDate":"2025-04-23T15:04:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-19T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/a4993a47-92b5-4278-bfd5-654f708a6ea2.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"b8c112fa-c71f-4aa2-b52c-793b966e5073","title":"Tenancy Sustainment Officer","employer":"St Albans City & District Council","department":"","location":"St Albans City & District Council","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Tenancy Sustainment Officer </strong></p>\n<p><strong>£37,035 up to £40,476 inclusive annual salary + up to 19.7% employer pension contribution.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Permanent, full-time 37 hours per week</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Flexible working options (including hybrid)</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Job Ref: P2367</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About the role</strong></p>\n<p>This post is responsible for working with vulnerable residents to create Action Plans detailing the appropriate steps to assist with sustaining their tenancy.  Working within the Tenant Services team you will contribute positively to the delivery of a high-quality customer focused service and will be working closely with other teams across the service e.g. Housing Asset Management and Accommodation Support to identify incoming tenants and applicants who may need additional support.  </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<p>In this post you will primarily be responsible for assessing and supporting tenants who are moving into a new tenancy. You will also deal with tenants at risk of eviction with the aim of preventing eviction where possible and provide advice on housing options.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Educated to NVQ level 4/5, you must have previous experience of working in social housing. Working knowledge of relevant Housing legislation, regulations, standards and core disciplines of is essential for this role.  Experience of partnership working and stakeholder engagement is desirable, together with demonstrable experience and commitment to tenant involvement and empowerment.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You must be an excellent communicator, be IT literate and have good customer services skills.  There is a requirement for you to also be available as part of the council’s emergency planning arrangements subject to service requirements</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>St Albans is a unique English Cathedral City with a colourful history which can be seen in the Roman remains and variety of beautiful architecture, heritage sites and conservation areas. Set within green belt, off the M25, A1M and M1 the District includes a cathedral, vibrant city centre and thriving villages. Our centrally located offices in the city are near to the station (London St Pancras 20 minutes), shops and restaurants. 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The person specification sets out the criteria we use to assess applicants. The Council reserves the right to reject applicants at the shortlisting stage, where the application process has not been completed correctly. </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>For full details and to learn more about us visit <a href=\"https://www.stalbans.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers\">Jobs and Careers</a> or email <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@stalbans.gov.uk\">recruitment@stalbans.gov.uk</a> or telephone (01727) 819251 stating your details and the post reference number.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Closing date for applications: <strong>6th May 2025</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Interviews are scheduled for w/c: <strong>19th May 2025</strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong><em>NOTE:</em></strong><em>  Interviews are conducted throughout the application process.  We reserve the right to close the vacancy at an earlier date and we strongly encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£37,035 up to £40,476 inclusive annual salary + up to 19.7% employer pension contribution.","publishDate":"2025-04-23T14:02:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-06T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/8dccfbed-eaaa-438f-a46b-0a118ce8061c.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"317a8281-ee43-4ab5-9a25-85666cf9b15a","title":"Area Commander / Head of Strategy and Development","employer":"Hertfordshire County Council","department":"","location":"Stevenage","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>Area Commander salary:</strong> £86,710 to £95,111 inclusive of allowances per year <br><br> <strong>Head of Service salary:</strong> £70,027 to £77,579 per year <br><br><b>About the team</b><br><br> We are looking for a dynamic leader with a proven track record in leadership and management, who can inspire and motivate our team, and who is dedicated to making a positive impact in our community. 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Director - Place

North Hertfordshire District Council

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76,134 – £88,571 (including car allowance

Hertfordshire (Hybrid)

Posted 21 days ago

Director of Place at North Herts Council, leading responsible growth and community development with a focus on strategic planning and leadership.

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Registered Building Control Inspector (Specialist)

Luton Borough Council

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GBP 63,715.00 - 66,787.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00

Town Hall, Luton (On-Site)

Posted 30+ days ago

Registered Building Control Inspectors (Specialists) needed in Luton to work on high-risk buildings, enforce regulations, and supervise a team.

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Flood & Water Project Officer - Sustainable Drainage

Hertfordshire County Council

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£33,366 + £2,758 market enhanced payment progressing to £36,124 + £3,389 market enhanced payment per annum + one-off £3000 welcome payment terms apply

Countywide (Hybrid)

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Mid-level position in SuDS and Watercourses Team at Hertfordshire County Council. Responsibilities include flood risk management and sustainable drainage advice.

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Director-Governance

North Hertfordshire District Council

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£76,134 – £88,571 (including car allowance)

Hertfordshire (Hybrid)

Posted 21 days ago

Monitoring Officer position at North Herts Council requiring legal expertise, governance skills, and ability to shape council operations and engage with the community.

ESMA Teacher - English KS3 - KS4

Hertfordshire County Council

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£31,650 - £49,084 pa + SEN

Hertfordshire (On-Site)

Posted 6 hours ago

ARC Senior Outreach Worker

Hertfordshire County Council

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£37,035 with the opportunity to progress to £40,476

Welwyn Garden City (On-Site)

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Payments Officer

Hertfordshire County Council

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£24,790 progressing to £27,269 pa

Stevenage (On-Site)

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Improvement Officer

Hertfordshire County Council

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£33,366 progressing to £36,124 per annum

Stevenage (On-Site)

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Service & Maintenance Technician

Hertfordshire County Council

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£30559 progressing to £33366

Welwyn Garden City (On-Site)

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Service Provision Officer

Hertfordshire County Council

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£33,366 progressing to £36,124 per annum pro rata

Hertfordshire (On-Site)

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Community Care Officer

Hertfordshire County Council

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£30,559 progressing to £33,366 per annum

Hertfordshire (On-Site)

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Senior Occupational Therapist

Hertfordshire County Council

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£41,511 progressing to £45,718

St Albans (On-Site)

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Senior Practitioner - MASH

Luton Borough Council

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GBP 41,511.00 - 44,711.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00

Town Hall (On-Site)

Posted 10 hours ago

Childcare Solicitor (Career Progression)

Luton Borough Council

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GBP 45,718.00 - 51,802.00 per year;GBP 3,203.00 ;GBP 8,000.00

Town Hall, Hybrid (On-Site)

Posted 10 hours ago

Income and Home Ownership Manager (P01575)

Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council

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Starting salary £53,343pa with potential progression to £56,632pa on achieving designated skills and experience

White Lion House, Hatfield (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Housing Options Team Leader (P01769)

Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council

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Starting salary £40,689pa with potential progression to £43,690pa on achieving designated skills and experience

Welwyn Garden City (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Commercial Services Manager – Maternity Cover

St Albans City & District Council

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£45,417 to £49416 inclusive annual salary + up to 19.7 percent employer pension contribution

St Albans City & District Council (Hybrid)

Posted 2 days ago

Tenancy Sustainment Officer

St Albans City & District Council

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£37,035 up to £40,476 inclusive annual salary + up to 19.7% employer pension contribution.

St Albans City & District Council (Hybrid)

Posted 2 days ago

Area Commander / Head of Strategy and Development

Hertfordshire County Council

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£86,710 to £95,111

Stevenage (On-Site)

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