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Our people are deeply committed to providing excellent services to our residents, doing all we can to make lives as good as they can be.</p>\n<p>We are an outstanding council, serving an outstanding borough. With brilliant, visionary leadership, a dynamic Cabinet and a can-do culture, we’ve built strong partnerships which have transformed how we serve one of London’s most diverse boroughs. Hounslow is the world in one place and full of potential. We are stepping up for our residents like never before.</p>\n<p><strong>About our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion</strong></p>\n<p>We live by five core values: Lead with Heart, Do New, Pass on the Power, Harness the Mix and Be a Rock. All our work has equality, diversity and inclusion at its very heart, best articulated in “Harness the Mix”. It's about breaking down barriers between our parts and people and unlocking the problem-solving power of our amazing mix of minds. We serve a diverse community, we have a diverse workforce and we are committed to being an inclusive employer.</p>\n<p>We work hard to create representation across our workforce and leadership community, we have thriving employee network groups and our learning and development programmes help us lead, model and breathe ways of working that eliminate inequality, inequity, injustice and bias.</p>\n<p>As part of this and under our commitments as a Disability Confident Employer, we make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates. There’s space for you to tell us what you need within our application form.</p>\n<p><strong>Our Benefits</strong></p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/info/20037/working_for_the_council\">If you join us, you’ll have access to a range of employee benefits. Read more about these here.</a></p>\n<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p>\n<p>This is a great opportunity for an experienced Appeals and Monitoring (aka Representations and Appeals Officer) looking for a new challenge, to work within the Parking Operations team.</p>\n<p>The postholder will be responsible for dealing with Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) correspondence, deciding motorists appeals, dealing with emails, court & bailiff/debt registration work, some telephone calls, refunds, complaints, and the office-based collection of data to assist with contract monitoring.</p>\n<p>This is a hybrid position, meaning if you are successful you will be working from Hounslow House at least once or twice a week, as scheduled by your line manager, to align with the team's in-office days. You will be working remotely the rest of the week.</p>\n<p><strong>About the Team You’ll Be Working In</strong></p>\n<p>Parking Operations has a statutory duty to enforce parking restrictions on the borough’s roads and car parks under legislation set out within the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (RTRA), Road Traffic Act 1991 (RTA) and the Traffic Management Act 2004 (TMA).</p>\n<p>Our aim is to reduce traffic congestion, improve road safety and local air quality; and maintain the provision of parking spaces for permit holders whilst improving accessibility for all road users - especially those with disabilities.</p>\n<p>The Appeals and Monitoring team are a part of Parking Operations. We deal with PCN correspondence at all stages of the life cycle of a PCN, including at Representations, Appeal, Charge Certificate and Debt Registration stages.</p>\n<p><strong>Your key responsibilities will be to:</strong></p>\n<p>1. 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As part of this you must ensure that daily targets are either met or exceeded. </p>\n<p>3.Liaise with External Services: Work with the Traffic Enforcement Centre, County Courts, and Legal Services to promptly address Witness Statements and Statutory Declarations, ensuring all relevant policies and procedures are followed.</p>\n<p>4.Additional Duties as Needed: Assist with various other tasks, such as processing refund requests, responding to emails, and occasionally handling phone calls, to help keep the office running smoothly.</p>\n<p><strong>About You</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Your Skills:</strong></p>\n<p>If the below resonates with you we’d love to hear from you:</p>\n<ol>\n<li>Experience with PCNs and letter writing: You’re comfortable investigating PCN issues and handling correspondence professionally.</li>\n<li>Self-motivation and a strong work ethic: You take pride in your work, are driven, and enjoy working independently.</li>\n<li>Flexibility and a positive, solution-oriented attitude: You’re adaptable, always ready to pitch in with a \"can-do\" mindset, and you approach your work with professionalism.</li>\n<li>Computer literate: You’re comfortable using computers and Office 365 software tools including Excel and Outlook, to get the job done.</li>\n</ol>\n<p><strong>Professional Qualifications: </strong></p>\n<p>No professional qualifications are required for this role, although a level three City & Guilds Notice Processing qualification would be an asset. </p>\n<p>Read more about the work you’ll be doing in the Role Profile.</p>\n<p><strong>Don’t meet every single requirement? </strong>We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they think they can’t tick every box. At Hounslow, we realise the ‘perfect candidate’ doesn’t exist. So, if you can do most of what we’re looking for, go ahead and apply. You may be just the right candidate for the job or be perfect for one of our other roles! Training will be provided at every opportunity, to ensure you have the tools to do the job.</p>\n<p><strong>When Interviews Will Be Held and Who to Contact</strong></p>\n<p>The key information you need about the role should be in the role profile, but if you have any further questions about the role, please contact:</p>\n<p>Email: <a href=\"mailto:David.Coughlan@Hounslow.gov.uk\">David.Coughlan@Hounslow.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>Telephone: 0208 583 3378</p>\n<p>Interviews for this job will be held 24<sup>th</sup> and 29<sup>th</sup> April 2025.</p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: 21<sup>st</sup> April 2025</strong></p>","shortDescription":"<p>Appeals and Monitoring Officer role at Hounslow Borough Council entails managing Penalty Charge Notices and correspondence, working hybrid remotely.</p>","salaryDescription":"£35,982 - £38,058","publishDate":"2025-03-27T17:48:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-21T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/16591371-c3cf-4ff4-8dfa-fe66544f9a71.jpg","score":1,"featured":true,"enhanced":true},{"id":"425275ad-7b4b-4d62-80e2-3d336d5513be","title":"Community Enforcement Officer","employer":"Hertsmere Borough Council","department":"","location":"Civic Offices, Borehamwood","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We are seeking a Community Enforcement Officer to join our Environmental Protection Service. You will form part of a team set that provides community reassurance, engaging with public and businesses alike to identify and resolve issues in the towns, villages and rural parts of the borough, either directly or by referral to other departments and agencies. Being part of the wider Environmental Health, Licensing and Resilience Service you will work closely with Environmental Health Officers, Licensing Officers and other staff with the overall aim of making Hertsmere a safer, cleaner and healthier place to live and work.</p>\n<p>The Community Enforcement Officer will<strong> </strong>complete a range of monitoring, inspection, checking and enforcement activities. They will check compliance with relevant Councils policies and procedures, providing engagement and reassurance to residents, businesses and other stakeholders. In essence, the Community Enforcement Officers act as the eyes and ears of the Council – reporting, checking, evidence gathering and responding to public and business needs.</p>\n<p>The ideal candidate will have up to date knowledge of enviro-crime and environmental protection legislation, a proven track record of excellent customer service, can work independently and find solutions to problems, have excellent communication skills and have a flexible approach to work. It is also essential that this post holder has a driving licence.</p>\n<p>The post is offered on a full time, permanent basis (36 hours per week). Generally, the hours of work will be 9am to 5.15pm Monday to Friday, however some evening and weekend work may be required.</p>\n<p>Benefits include:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>27 – 32 days annual leave (depending on length of Local Gvt Service) - plus all bank holidays</li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme</li>\n<li>Flexi-Leave (opportunity to accrue extra work time that can be taken off later as extra leave -up to 2 days per month)</li>\n<li>Free gym membership</li>\n<li>Cycle schemes (Cycle to Work Scheme and free Beryl Bike rides for staff)</li>\n<li>Free wellbeing benefits (such as lunchtime yoga, flu jabs, health MOT)</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong><em>Hertsmere is located in southern Hertfordshire and is an attractive environment in which to live and work. 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Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.</div>\n<div>\n<br><strong>The Post</strong>\n</div>\n<p>In our Planning Team, we are looking for a Senior Planning Lawyer :</p>\n<ul>\n<li>To actively support the management of the department.</li>\n<li>To provide high level and proactive expert legal advice on planning matters to the Council, its members and officers and to be a point of contact for members and senior officers on legal matters pertaining to planning matters.</li>\n<li>To attend planning committee meetings.</li>\n<li>Allocation of work to appropriate members of staff.</li>\n<li>Monitoring the quality of work undertaken by the team.</li>\n<li>Managing a team of 1 and ensuring adequate training and development.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>The role includes some excellent benefits such as :</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Local Government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Bike loan and season tickets.</li>\n<li>Discounts in local cafes, shops and restaurants.</li>\n<li>Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave.</li>\n<li>Access to a health insurance scheme.</li>\n<li>Supportive staff networks.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>The Person</strong></p>\n<p>The successful Senior Planning Lawyer will possess :</p>\n<ul>\n<li>A current practising certificate (either as a Barrister, Solicitor or Legal Executive).</li>\n<li>A positive attitude to lead a team.</li>\n<li>Strong experience in all matters relating to planning law</li>\n<li>Ability to anticipate problems and solve them accordingly</li>\n<li>Must be dependable and self reliant </li>\n</ul>\n<p>Closing date: 15 April 2025 (23:59)<br><br><strong>Additional Information <br></strong><br>Location: Civic centre and other locations from time to time. This is a full-time role, and the Senior Planning Lawyer will be required to attend the offices in Wembley for a minimum of three days, with the additional requirement to attend committee meetings as required. Consideration and flexibility will be given in such instances.<strong><br></strong></p>\n<div>\n<p><strong>If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the \"Apply Now\" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still provide a supporting statement.</strong></p>\n</div>\n<div>\n<p>Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.<br><br>We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.<br><br>The information we collect from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas and your data protection rights, can be found <a href=\"https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn\">here</a>.<br><br>Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.<br><br>As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including “non-visible” disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@brent.gov.uk\">recruitment@brent.gov.uk</a> </p>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Salary range: £59,739 - £63,519 p.a. inc. 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Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.</div>\n<div>\n<br><strong>The Post</strong>\n</div>\n<p>In our Commercial Property Team, we are looking for a mid level Commercial Property Lawyer :</p>\n<ul>\n<li>To actively support the management of the department.</li>\n<li>To provide high level and proactive expert legal advice on commercial property matters to the Council, its members and officers and to be a point of contact for members and senior officers on legal matters related to commercial property matters.</li>\n<li>Allocation of work to appropriate members of staff.</li>\n<li>Monitoring the quality of work undertaken by the team.</li>\n<li>Managing a team of around two and ensuring adequate training and development.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>The role includes some excellent benefits such as :</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Local Government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Bike loan and season tickets.</li>\n<li>Discounts in local cafes, shops and restaurants.</li>\n<li>Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave.</li>\n<li>Access to health insurance scheme.</li>\n<li>Supportive staff networks.</li>\n<li>Flexible working arrangements.</li>\n</ul>\n<div><strong>The Person</strong></div>\n<p>The successful Commercial Property Lawyer will possess :</p>\n<ul>\n<li>A current practising certificate (either as a Barrister, Solicitor or Legal Executive).</li>\n<li>A positive attitude with the confidence to manage others.</li>\n<li>Strong experience in all matters relating to commercial property matters.</li>\n<li>Must be dependable and self – reliant. </li>\n</ul>\n<div>Closing date: 15 April 2025 (23:59)</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>\n<strong>Additional Information <br></strong><br>Location: Civic centre and other locations from time to time<br>Start date: As soon as possible</div>\n<div>\n<p><strong>If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the \"Apply Now\" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still provide a supporting statement.</strong></p>\n</div>\n<div>\n<p>Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.</p>\n</div>\n<div>We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>The information we collect from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas and your data protection rights, can be found <a href=\"https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn\">here</a>.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including “non-visible” disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@brent.gov.uk\">recruitment@brent.gov.uk</a> </div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Salary range: £53,607 - £56,646 (pro rata) p.a. inc. London weighting","publishDate":"2025-03-27T11:51:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-15T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/aecbb640-98c7-49e5-8756-ea03a9dc2501.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9a7819b7-3d8a-43f5-b468-c63429bd0a93","title":"Legal Assistant","employer":"Brent Council","department":"","location":"Brent Civic Centre, Engineers Way, Wembley, Middlesex","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Join an exciting Legal Service</strong><br><br>Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here. <br><br>The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us. <br><br>We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated legal assistant to join us in Brent’s impressive Civic Centre, located right next to Wembley stadium and just a 12 minute train ride from Baker Street and a 25 minute train ride from Kings Cross. So if you are a skilled professional looking for challenging and rewarding work in a demanding but supportive environment - this is the opportunity you have been waiting for.<br><br><strong>The Post</strong><br><br>In our Adult Social Care and Financial Litigation Team team we are looking for a Legal Assistant to support the work within the Adult Social Care team, including administrative preparation of welfare and Deprivation of Liberty authorisation cases in the Court of Protection, Ordinary Residence disputes, threats of Judicial Review and other casework relating to Adult Social Care and to carry a small individual caseload under supervision. <br><br><strong>The Person</strong><br><br>We are looking for an experienced Legal Assistant used to working in a busy office within a social care team with strong organisational skills to assist lawyers in the team to progress cases, draft pleadings, witness statements and prepare matters for the County Court, High Court, Administrative Court and Court of Protection. <br><br>The work will be varied and provide experience across many interesting legal fields including community care, mental health and mental capacity law.<br><br>Closing Date: 10 April 2025 (23:59)<br><br><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested in this role, we advise that you apply as soon as possible.</em><br><br><strong>Additional Information</strong><br><br>Location: Civic Centre and other locations from time to time</p>\n<p><strong>If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the \"Apply Now\" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still provide a supporting statement.</strong></p>\n<p>Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.</p>\n<p>We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.</p>\n<p>Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.</p>\n<p>As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including hidden disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. 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Kingston's riverside location, fantastic retail offer, historic market place and church, parks and gardens all make Kingston town centre the vibrant space it is, and each of our district town centres (Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth and Chessington) have something unique to offer.<br><br>Situated in Zone 6, Kingston is among the best-connected town centres in London - with direct train links from Kingston and Surbiton stations to Clapham Junction and London Waterloo, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and Tramlink.<br><br>Kingston's people are innovative and entrepreneurial, and have a strong sense of community pride. The borough has been home to great industry and creativity for many years, reflected in assets such as the Rose Theatre, the International Youth Arts Festival and Kingston University, which boasts more new graduate business start-ups than any other.<br><br>We have seen tremendous generosity and compassion within our communities, particularly in response to COVID-19, which is a demonstration of Kingston's key strength. The council offers a strong level of support to vulnerable groups and those who need additional support, which has also increased significantly as a result of the pandemic. Like most places, the average age of our population is rising as more people are living longer, so we are working closely with residents to help them maintain their independence and further improve the cost effectiveness of our service to meet the ongoing rise in demand.<br><br>Kingston is home to people from diverse and interesting cultures and backgrounds, which helps to create the rich sense of community shared across the borough. In particular, Kingston has a large Sri Lankan Tamil community and is home to more people from Korea than any other part of the UK.<br> <br> About the Service and Team : <br>Kingston Adult Education is rated by Ofsted as a 'good' adult education provider for over 3,500 adult learners and is on an exciting journey towards outstanding provision. <br><br>Our mission is to offer high quality learning and training opportunities to meet the needs of individuals and employers in Kingston and surrounding areas and to work alongside community partners to achieve this.<br> <br> About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : We are looking to appoint a part-time IQA to carry out quality assurance activities on a number of portfolio-based qualifications. Some of the work will be carried out in person at one of our locations within the Royal Borough of Kingston area (including the Guildhall in Kingston and the Hook Centre in Chessington), while other parts of the work can be done remotely. We are particularly looking for IQAs with subject specialisms / recent occupational experience in childcare or education. <br> Our Offer to You : <br>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.<br><br>In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation.<br><br>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li>\n<li>Flexible and agile working arrangements</li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul>Application Process : <br> Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. <br><br> The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. <br><br> We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the 'Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme' at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we're incredibly proud of. <br><br> Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce. <br> <br> Additional Information : <br> We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. <br><br> As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. <br><br> We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda. <br><br>We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer and this means that everyone working at the Royal Borough of Kingston, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors and suppliers receive the London Living Wage. The real Living Wage is higher than the government's minimum, or National Living Wage, and is an independently calculated hourly rate of pay that is based on the actual cost of living.<br><br>The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know\">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£34,260.00","publishDate":"2025-03-27T04:44:20.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-10T23:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/55a898dc-60ec-4d4a-8722-ed2bac2d0337.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"91f2501b-e217-41cb-934a-18acb0489664","title":"Class Teacher - KS2 Maternity Cover","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"Holly Spring Primary School","location":"Holly Spring Primary School","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Holly Spring Primary School are looking for an <strong>experienced qualified teacher</strong> to join our school in September 2025 for <strong>two terms</strong>. You would be teaching a small class of pupils with special education needs in the morning and small groups in the afternoons.</p>\n<p>You would be part of a team of 4 teachers and you would have a TA to support in the mornings.</p>\n<p>You do not need to have previous experience of teaching in a specialist setting. If you are an experienced classroom teacher with a passion for SEND we would welcome your applications.</p>\n<p>The school has pupils from a diverse range of backgrounds and an above average % of children with EHCPs. We have a wonderful outside environment including forest learning, a sensory garden and a pond area.</p>\n<p>This year we have introduced outdoor play and learning (OPAL) at lunchtimes.</p>\n<p><strong>We can offer you:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>a passionate and dedicated staff team</li>\n<li>PPA with your year group</li>\n<li>research informed practice and ongoing CPD</li>\n<li>a comprehensive curriculum in place</li>\n<li>opportunities for career progression</li>\n<li>a strong support for SEND and SEMH</li>\n<li>forest learning as part of the curriculum</li>\n<li>free childcare on inset days for school aged children, if needed</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>We are looking for someone who will bring our values to life in the classroom:</strong></p>\n<p><strong>I</strong>gnite a love for learning;</p>\n<p><strong>M</strong>otivate to achieve;<strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>A</strong>ccept everyone;</p>\n<p><strong>G</strong>row greatness;</p>\n<p><strong>I</strong>nstil independence;</p>\n<p><strong>N</strong>urture;</p>\n<p><strong>E</strong>njoy.</p>\n<p>Holly Spring Primary School is a large, well-resourced school in the Bullbrook area of Bracknell. Our three-form entry school has extensive grounds, a forest learning environment, sensory garden and large spacious classrooms.</p>\n<p>We are a welcoming and caring community of staff with the desire to make a difference for our pupils. Please take a look at our website to find out more about us.</p>\n<p>If you would like any further information or would like to speak to someone about the post, please email Liz Baker (School Business Manager) <strong>l.baker@hsprimary.uk.</strong> Visits are encouraged and welcomed.</p>\n<p>The <strong>closing date is the 21st April at 9am</strong> and interviews will take place by mutual agreement. </p>\n<p><strong>Applicants may be invited to interview before the closing date, therefore please take the opportunity to apply as soon as possible</strong>.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Teachers pay scale,","publishDate":"2025-03-26T16:21:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-21T08:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/3c3aac91-cb71-4b64-b889-4549f993bb7f.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"fd20c01b-73fd-4b81-ac74-768c2d4cd551","title":"Finance Office Assistant","employer":"Hertsmere Borough Council","department":"","location":"Civic Offices, Borehamwood","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We are seeking a Finance Office Assistant to support the Head of Finance & Business Services and the wider finance team by providing a full range of proactive, efficient and professional admin services and project assistance.</p>\n<p>The role requires liaising with senior management, staff and Councillors, and external agencies including government departments and the public.</p>\n<p>The ideal candidate will have substantial admin experience working closely with senior management within a complex business organisation. Excellent written and spoken English / confident communication skills, as well as numeracy skills will be essential.</p>\n<p>The post is offered on a full time, permanent basis (36 hours per week). </p>\n<p>Benefits include:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>27 – 32 days annual leave - plus all bank holidays</li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme</li>\n<li>Flexi-Leave - opportunity to accrue work time that can be used as extra leave (up to 2 days per month)</li>\n<li>Free car parking</li>\n<li>Free gym membership</li>\n<li>Cycle schemes</li>\n<li>Free lunchtime yoga</li>\n<li>Free eye tests</li>\n<li>Free flu jabs</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme</li>\n</ul>\n<p>The Council operates a hybrid working system where employees may work two days per week from home.</p>\n<p><em>Hertsmere is located in southern Hertfordshire and is an attractive environment in which to live and work. It adjoins Greater London and has excellent road and rail links making London and the Home Counties easily accessible.</em></p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: Wednesday 16<sup>th</sup> April, 10am</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£26,947 - £30,013 (depending on experience)","publishDate":"2025-03-25T16:47:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-16T09:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/5445a2e9-86d8-42f3-8d0e-90ae802f800e.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"6377af65-b442-440a-9eba-0ee279819453","title":"Street-Works Officer","employer":"Brent Council","department":"","location":"Brent Civic Centre, Engineers Way, Wembley, Middlesex","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Salary range: £38,934 - £40,755 p.a. inc. London weighting<br>Contract: Permanent <br>Hours of work: 36 hours per week<br>Location: Civic centre and other locations from time to time</p>\n<p><strong>Are you looking for a dynamic role in the heart of highway management?</strong></p>\n<p>Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here. </p>\n<p>The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us. </p>\n<p><strong>The Post</strong></p>\n<p>Join our team as a New Roads and Street Works Officer, where you'll play a crucial part in coordinating street works and reducing traffic congestion across the borough. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with Statutory Undertakers, utility companies, and internal teams to ensure compliance with the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 and the Traffic Management Act 2004. As part of a dedicated team, you will support the planning, control, and co-ordination of works on the public highway, ensuring minimal disruption and maintaining high standards of service. If you're proactive, organized, and ready to take on responsibility with the opportunity to develop your skills, we want to hear from you!</p>\n<p><strong>The Person</strong></p>\n<p>We are looking for a proactive and knowledgeable Streetworks Officer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have NRSWA Supervisor Level and LANTRA 12D -Traffic Management design accreditation and a solid understanding of highways legislation, maintenance techniques, and the National Permit Scheme. You should be experienced in using performance indicators and have a good grasp of highway maintenance operations. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to work independently are essential. The role requires good interpersonal skills, computer literacy, and a commitment to delivering excellent customer service while adhering to the Council’s Equal Opportunities Policy. A full, clean driving licence is also required.</p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date:</strong> 7 April 2025 (23:00)</p>\n<div><strong>Additional Information </strong></div>\n<div> </div>\n<div><strong>If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the \"Apply Now\" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still provide a supporting statement.</strong></div>\n<div>\n<p>Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.</p>\n</div>\n<div>We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>The information we collect from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas and your data protection rights, can be found <a href=\"https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn\">here</a>.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including “non-visible” disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@brent.gov.uk\">recruitment@brent.gov.uk</a><a> </a>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£38,934 - £40,755 p.a. inc. 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Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div><strong>The Post</strong></div>\n<div>We are seeking a dedicated professional to provide tenancy management services for Bent's Housing Companies, i4B Holdings Ltd. and First Wave Housing Ltd. This will include rent collection, arrears management, Anti-Social Behaviour management and letting of properties. The roles will be focused on increasing income, supporting tenants to sustain tenancies, minimising void times and completing regular and meaningful tenancy audits, while providing holistic support working with tenants that are struggling. A large part of the role will be around tenant engagement and support, promoting and improving the i4B and FWH brand and driving improved tenant satisfaction.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div><strong>The Person</strong></div>\n<div>You will be passionate about people, excellent customer service and enabling residents to live in good quality secure housing that meets their needs. You will take pride in seeing things through, finding solutions and working to achieve best outcomes. You will want to promote the Companies as a leading example of excellent tenancy management and create a portfolio to be proud of, where tenants know you, trust you and view you as the face of Brent Council.</div>\n<p>You will need to be able to create an effective balance between tenancy sustainment and enforcement, be creative, confident and flexible, capable of working under pressure, managing a high caseload and able to communicate and empathise with people from all walks of life.</p>\n<p>Most important is a commitment to reducing the stigma social tenants face, and working to better the lives of our residents.</p>\n<div>Closing date: Monday 7 April 2025 (23:59)</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£43,299 - £46,512 p.a. inc. 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Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.<br> </div>\n<div>The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.<br> </div>\n<div>The Post</div>\n<p>The Team Manager will have management oversight of the Mental Health team ensuring the delivery of responsibilities under the Care Act 2014. Mental Health Act 2007 (Part 3) and the Capacity Act 2007.</p>\n<p>The Person</p>\n<p>You will be a registered social worker, experienced Approved Mental Health Practitioner or a Best Interest Assessor with experience of partnership working with external partners such as NHS or MET police. Alongside working closely with internal departments such as housing. Or children’s and young people’s services. </p>\n<p>Closing date: 6 April 2025 (23:59)</p>\n<div>Additional Information </div>\n<div>\n<p><strong>If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the \"Apply Now\" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still provide a supporting statement.</strong></p>\n</div>\n<div>\n<p>Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.</p>\n</div>\n<div>We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>The information we collect from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas and your data protection rights, can be found <a href=\"https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn\">here</a>.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.</div>\n<div>\n<br>As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including “non-visible” disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on <a>recruitment@brent.gov.uk </a>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Salary range: £59,739 - £63,159 p.a. inc.","publishDate":"2025-03-24T08:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-06T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/17aa2958-19d6-4ef2-9e5b-4b0a6abfdfda.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9096e9b8-7174-4445-a9af-32446078344e","title":"Service Manager (Learning Disability and Mental Health)","employer":"Brent Council","department":"","location":"Brent Civic Centre, Engineers Way, Wembley, Middlesex","locationType":2,"description":"<div><strong>Can you lead on providing effective Adult Mental Health services in Brent</strong></div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us. <br> </div>\n<div>The Post</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>The Service Manager will have management oversight for the following three teams: Emergency Duty Team, Mental Health Act Team, Supportive Multi Agency Response Team. The post holder will ensure the delivery of responsibilities under the Care Act 2014. the Children’s Act 2004, Mental Health Act 2007 and the Capacity Act 2007.. </div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>The Person</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>You will be a registered social worker, experienced Approved Mental Health Practitioner and or Best Interest Assessor with experience of representing your organisation at multi agency risk management forums such as MAPPA, MARRAC. You will be passionate about the rights of this very vulnerable client group with a willingness to advocate on their behalf to ensure our clients have the best possible environment to thrive. </div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>Closing date: 6 April 2025 (23:59)</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>For an informal discussion please contact Leon Gooding on <a href=\"mailto:leon.gooding@brent.gov.uk\">leon.gooding@brent.gov.uk</a> to book a time to meet</div>\n<div>\n<p>Additional Information</p>\n<p><strong>If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the \"Apply Now\" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still provide a supporting statement.</strong></p>\n</div>\n<div>\n<p>Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.</p>\n</div>\n<div>We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>The information we collect from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas and your data protection rights, can be found <a href=\"https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn\">here</a>.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.</div>\n<div>\n<br>As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including “non-visible” disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@brent.gov.uk\">recruitment@brent.gov.uk</a><a> </a>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Salary range: £66,305 - £74,213 p.a. inc. London weighting","publishDate":"2025-03-24T08:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-06T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/bcc25b73-2518-480f-afee-c30894d620b7.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"996ff17d-2fca-498f-afa1-8b592462f8f2","title":"Senior Planning Officer (Planning Policy)","employer":"Hertsmere Borough Council","department":"","location":"Civic Offices, Borehamwood","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Hertsmere Borough Council</strong> is seeking enthusiastic and experienced Senior Planning Policy Officers to join our forward-thinking and dynamic Planning Policy Team. If you're passionate about shaping sustainable development, influencing planning policy, and ensuring that our communities thrive, this is an exciting opportunity to make a genuine impact.</p>\n<p>The Council is driving forward an ambitious, growth-focussed Local Plan aimed at directing growth to the most sustainable locations, enhancing existing town centres and providing the necessary supporting infrastructure. As a member of the expanding Planning Policy team you will play a key role in delivering the Local Plan, and you will have the opportunity to be a key part of growth and infrastructure strategies within Hertsmere and across South West Hertfordshire.</p>\n<p><strong>About the role(s)</strong></p>\n<p>As a Senior Planning Policy Officer, you will play a pivotal role in the preparation, implementation, and monitoring of planning policies for Hertsmere and the Local Plan. You will contribute directly to the development of the Local Plan alongside other key strategic planning documents by working closely and collaboratively with local stakeholders, external agencies and other teams within the Council.</p>\n<p>Your work will directly influence the shape of the Borough’s future growth, making sure that it is in line with national and regional policy while meeting the needs of our residents and businesses. You will also have the opportunity to take on high-level policy analysis, provide expert advice, and represent the Council in public inquiries and examinations.</p>\n<p>The team is currently expanding and as such there are a number of roles available at this level, both permanent and on a two-year fixed term basis, with scope for the position to be made permanent. The Council operates a hybrid working system and has a generous benefits package. </p>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<p>We welcome applications from planners with relevant experience in planning policy and regeneration both from within the public or the private sector.</p>\n<p>You will have a Degree in planning or closely related discipline. In addition successful candidates will hold a higher post-graduate qualification accredited by the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) with a good track record in planning.</p>\n<p>Benefits include:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>27 – 32 days annual leave (depending on length of Local Gvt Service) - plus all bank holidays</li>\n<li>£1,000 annual retention payment</li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme</li>\n<li>Opportunity to accrue extra work time that can be taken off later as extra leave (up to 2 days per month)</li>\n<li>Free car parking</li>\n<li>Free gym membership</li>\n<li>Cycle schemes</li>\n<li>Free wellbeing benefits (such as lunchtime yoga, flu jabs, health MOT)</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme</li>\n<li>Accessible high quality refurbished office environment</li>\n</ul>\n<p>The post is offered on a full time basis (36 hours per week).</p>\n<p>For further information or an informal discussion on the details of this opportunity, please contact; <a href=\"mailto:George.pavey@hertsmere.gov.uk\">George.pavey@hertsmere.gov.uk</a>, Planning Strategy and Implementation Manager.</p>\n<p>Hertsmere is a dynamic borough located in south-west Hertfordshire just 13 miles from Central London, close to Watford and St. Albans, and within the M25. The Council Offices are situated in Borehamwood, home to the world-famous BBC Elstree and Elstree Studios, the new Sky Studios Elstree, within Zone 6 and with a fast direct rail link (less than 30 mins) to London St. Pancras. </p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: Monday 21<sup>st</sup> April 2025, 10am</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£37,951 - £48,868 (depending on experience)","publishDate":"2025-03-21T16:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-21T09:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/188f661f-13ec-4351-9bd9-4035a195705c.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"8c103087-3bf5-4d93-9b4f-732f2bcfc075","title":"Principal Planning Officer - Strategy","employer":"Hertsmere Borough Council","department":"","location":"Civic Offices, Borehamwood","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Hertsmere Borough Council</strong> is seeking enthusiastic and experienced Principal Planning Policy Officers to join our forward-thinking and dynamic Planning Policy Team. If you're passionate about shaping sustainable development, influencing planning policy, and ensuring that our communities thrive, this is an exciting opportunity to make a genuine impact.</p>\n<p>The Council is driving forward an ambitious, growth-focussed Local Plan aimed at directing growth to the most sustainable locations, enhancing existing town centres and providing the necessary supporting infrastructure. As a member of the expanding Planning Policy team you will play a leading role in delivering the Local Plan, and you will have the opportunity to be a key part of growth and infrastructure strategies within Hertsmere and across South West Hertfordshire.</p>\n<p><strong>About the role(s)</strong></p>\n<p>As a Principal Planning Policy Officer, you will play a leading role in the preparation, and implementation of planning policies in the emerging Hertsmere Local Plan. You will contribute directly to the development of the Local Plan alongside other key strategic planning documents by working closely and collaboratively with local stakeholders, external agencies and other teams within the Council.</p>\n<p>As well as taking ownership of key areas of planning policy, you will work directly to influence the shape of the Borough’s future growth, making sure that it is in line with national and regional policy while meeting the needs of our residents and businesses. Alongside representing the Council in public inquiries and examinations you will mentor junior staff and provide expert advice to councillors and other departments in the Council.</p>\n<p>The team is currently expanding and as such there are a number of roles available at this level, both permanent and on a two-year fixed term basis, with scope for the position to be made permanent. The Council operates a hybrid working system and has a generous benefits package. </p>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<p>We welcome applications from planners with relevant experience in planning policy and regeneration both from within the public or the private sector.</p>\n<p>You will have a Degree in planning or closely related discipline. In addition successful candidates will hold a higher post-graduate qualification accredited by the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) with a good track record in planning.</p>\n<p>Benefits include:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>27 – 32 days annual leave (depending on length of Local Gvt Service) - plus all bank holidays</li>\n<li>£1,000 annual retention payment</li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme</li>\n<li>Opportunity to accrue extra work time that can be taken off later as extra leave (up to 2 days per month)</li>\n<li>Free car parking</li>\n<li>Free gym membership</li>\n<li>Cycle schemes</li>\n<li>Free wellbeing benefits (such as lunchtime yoga, flu jabs, health MOT)</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme</li>\n<li>Accessible high quality refurbished office environment</li>\n</ul>\n<p>The post is offered on a full time basis (36 hours per week). </p>\n<p>For further information or an informal discussion on the details of this opportunity, please contact; <a href=\"mailto:George.pavey@hertsmere.gov.uk\">George.pavey@hertsmere.gov.uk</a>, Planning Strategy and Implementation Manager</p>\n<p>Hertsmere is a dynamic borough located in south-west Hertfordshire just 13 miles from Central London, close to Watford and St. Albans, and within the M25. The Council Offices are situated in Borehamwood, home to the world-famous BBC Elstree and Elstree Studios, the new Sky Studios Elstree, within Zone 6 and with a fast direct rail link (less than 30 mins) to London St. Pancras. </p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: Monday 21st April 2025, 10am</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£42,945 - £55,985 (depending on experience) - plus £1,000 retention payment","publishDate":"2025-03-21T14:30:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-21T09:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/ae485406-3f25-4190-b44b-1d405500058c.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"a553aec9-d174-4fc2-a30c-cf76dcbf519c","title":"Finance Analyst","employer":"Brent Council","department":"","location":"Brent Civic Centre, Engineers Way, Wembley, Middlesex","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>An excellent opportunity.... </strong></p>\n<p>Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.</p>\n<p>The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us. </p>\n<p><strong>The Post</strong></p>\n<p>We are recruiting for up to five Finance Analysts to act as Business Partners across the following areas: </p>\n<ul>\n<li>Capital, Treasury & Commercial</li>\n<li>Partnerships, Housing and Residents Services</li>\n<li>Chief Accountants Team</li>\n<li>Service Reform & Strategy</li>\n</ul>\n<p>In the role as Finance Analyst within the Capital, Treasury and Commercial Team, you will play a key role in monitoring and maximising the Council’s capital resources and in planning future capital programmes. We have an ambitious £700m multi-year capital programme and have recently developed a capital pipeline. This will include significant investment in new housing, school’s expansions, roads and highways, major regeneration schemes and the funding of our housing company i4B Holdings Ltd. The role will support all aspects of the three work streams within the Capital, Treasury and Commercial team. </p>\n<p>As a Finance Analyst, working as a Business Partner within the Partnerships, Housing and Residents Services Team, you will be responsible for providing professional financial and accounting support to the department covering a range of services, including housing, strategic partnerships and customer services. The Finance Analyst would support budget holders within the service area, providing them with high level professional advice on a broad range of financial issues by utilising strong analytical and financial modelling skills, as well as excellent communication and relationship building abilities.</p>\n<p>For the roles within the Chief Accountants team, you will have a vital role in the council’s financial accounting, helping to ensure that the council correctly accounts and reports for its £3bn of assets and £1.1bn of expenditure correctly, and steering the Statement of Accounts through audit. The Chief Accountants team also holds responsibility for the production of the Council’s collection fund. This team has a strong track record of getting the council’s accounts finalised through audit. </p>\n<p>The Finance Analyst role in the Service Reform and Strategy team will be part of the team that supports the Adult Social Care and Strategic Commissioning, Capacity Building & Engagement services, providing high level professional support to budget holders on a broad range of activities such as financial planning, budget monitoring & forecasting, and ensuring that financial data is accurate.</p>\n<p>You are expected to take responsibility for key activities such as: </p>\n<ul>\n<li>Reporting to the Senior Finance Analyst for the Service within the Function</li>\n<li>Providing analytical support to the relevant business leadership team to help monitor and drive business performance.</li>\n<li>A role in the provision of management information to support decision making, and in all aspects of financial management/control of the business area.</li>\n<li>Provide concise and relevant management information to business leadership and key stakeholders to supplement the management information provided centrally to them or available to them from the online systems. </li>\n<li>Working with members of the Finance Team on all financial aspects of business planning, budgeting and regular forecasting. </li>\n<li>Liaise with the business to ensure accurate time recording, prompt billing, adequate provisioning and timely debt collection are being achieved. </li>\n<li>Work with members of the Finance Team to ensure that appropriate processes and controls are adhered to within the business and communicated as appropriate. Provide ad hoc training as necessary.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>The Person</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Candidates should preferably be CCAB qualified. Suitable post qualification experience in a large and complex organisation is desirable, and although relevant experience with another public sector organisation is likely to be an advantage we're always interested in candidates who can demonstrate transferable skills from other sectors. </li>\n<li>Excellent communication skills are essential, as is the ability to work with colleagues at all levels and experience of managing complex stakeholder relationships. </li>\n<li>Individuals should be driven and motivated with strong financial reporting and analytical experience. </li>\n</ul>\n<p>Closing Date: 06 April 2025 (23:59)<br><br><strong>Additional Information</strong></p>\n<p><strong>If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the \"Apply Now\" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still provide a supporting statement.</strong></p>\n<p>Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.</p>\n<p>We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.</p>\n<p>Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.</p>\n<p>As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including hidden disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@brent.gov.uk\">recruitment@brent.gov.uk</a> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£46,512 - £56,646","publishDate":"2025-03-21T08:28:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-06T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/0765310a-b287-4020-945e-c5539069d523.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"1a9ef7a0-46f7-43bd-a712-23d6d1b7c831","title":"Class Teacher","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"Whitegrove Primary School","location":"Whitegrove Primary School, Westmorland Drive, Warfield, Bracknell","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong><br></strong>Tel: 01344 861020 <br>E-mail: <strong>bursar@whitegroveprimary.co.uk</strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Class Teacher – full time - </strong><strong>main pay scale</strong></p>\n<p><br>We are seeking a teacher to join our team to start in September 2025. The post would suit someone at the beginning of their career, as we have excellent career and training opportunities available or an experienced teacher. This post could be based in Reception, KS1 or KS2 depending on the skills and interest of the successful applicant. Whilst we are keen firstly to appoint a first-rate teacher, we would be keen to interested in appointing someone with expertise or an interest in music, computing or French.</p>\n<p>‘Whitegrove Primary is a popular two form entry school that continues to be good’, Ofsted March 2022<em>. </em><em>Parents describe our school as ‘<strong>a progressive and protective environment in which children learn and thrive’</strong>. They say that their children feel safe and happy at Whitegrove and that they are very happy to be part of the Whitegrove family.</em><em><br></em></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Are you:</strong> <br>A qualified teacher (QTS) or equivalent?</p>\n<p>Keen to provide an inspirational learning environment?</p>\n<p>An enthusiastic teacher who enjoys working with others and enjoys sharing good practice?</p>\n<p>Someone who aspires to ‘Making learning irresistible’?</p>\n<p><br><strong>We Offer:</strong> <br>A high quality and caring environment.<br>A hard-working and friendly team.<br>A commitment to your professional development.<br>Eager and enthusiastic pupils who enjoy coming to school.</p>\n<p><br>If you would like to find our more, please look at details on Jobs Go Public using the following link</p>\n<p>Visits to meet the staff and pupils are very much encouraged. Please contact the Headteacher Alexandra Butler (<strong>head@whitegroveprimary.co.uk</strong>) for more details and to arrange a visit. </p>\n<p>This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All staff employed in the school must be aware that an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: Friday 25<sup>th</sup> April 2025. 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The Audit Committee provides challenge and assurance on the Council’s control environment, mainly focusing on risk and financial issues, to support the Council in ensuring that it is well managed and able to deliver its priorities.</p>\n<p>The Committee currently meets four times a year (usually a Thursday evening at 7pm) but will shortly be increasing to six times a year. You will sit with elected councillors, and one existing independent member and bring an informed and independent perspective to the Committee. </p>\n<p>This is a role which carries public responsibility. You should be a person with experience of working in an organisation at a senior level or have other experience which would give similar experiences. Financial management experience (accountancy, audit or management of a large budget) would be advantageous.</p>\n<p>You will be appointed for a four-year term and the position may be extended for a further 6 months to align to the municipal cycle.</p>\n<p>In order to be eligible to apply for the position, applicants must not be:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be a councillor or officer of the Council or have been so in the preceding five years prior to appointment</li>\n<li>Be related to, or a close friend of, any councillor or officer of Spelthorne Borough Council.</li>\n<li>Have been convicted of any offence. </li>\n<li>Be an undischarged bankrupt</li>\n<li>Have significant business dealings with the Council</li>\n<li>Have a formal connection with any political group</li>\n<li>Have a proven history of vexatious and/or frivolous complaints against Spelthorne Borough Council</li>\n<li>Do not have council tax, business rates arrears or other outstanding debts owing to the Council</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You will not be the holder of a significant office in an organisation being grant aided/supported by Spelthorne Borough Council. If you are interested in becoming an Independent Member of the Audit Committee, please apply by completing the application form attached. There is an annual allowance of £500 for the role. </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>For more information or an informal discussion, please contact Linda Heron, Monitoring Officer on 01784 446248 or Terry Collier Chief Finance Officer on 01784 446296.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The closing date for applications is <strong>31 March 2025 at 5:00pm.</strong><strong> </strong>Please return the application form attached below to Linda Heron, (L.Heron@spelthorne.gov.uk) Group Head of Corporate Governance, Spelthorne Borough Council, Knowle Green, Staines-upon-Thames, TW18 1XB.<br><br></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£500 Annual Allowance","publishDate":"2025-03-20T08:34:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-03-31T16:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/7bec6c74-e6df-4e1f-a78d-89d942b06034.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"a5126dc3-ae9c-434b-b4f7-88e39c186ace","title":"Early Years/Childcare Assessor","employer":"Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames","department":"","location":"Kingston","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough : <br>This special place in South West London between the capital and the country has been a Royal borough longer than anywhere else - it is where the first kings of England were crowned.<br><br>Today it is a vibrant and diverse borough, with a long history and strong cultural and community heritage. Kingston's riverside location, fantastic retail offer, historic market place and church, parks and gardens all make Kingston town centre the vibrant space it is, and each of our district town centres (Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth and Chessington) have something unique to offer.<br><br>Situated in Zone 6, Kingston is among the best-connected town centres in London - with direct train links from Kingston and Surbiton stations to Clapham Junction and London Waterloo, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and Tramlink.<br><br>Kingston's people are innovative and entrepreneurial, and have a strong sense of community pride. The borough has been home to great industry and creativity for many years, reflected in assets such as the Rose Theatre, the International Youth Arts Festival and Kingston University, which boasts more new graduate business start-ups than any other.<br><br>We have seen tremendous generosity and compassion within our communities, particularly in response to COVID-19, which is a demonstration of Kingston's key strength. The council offers a strong level of support to vulnerable groups and those who need additional support, which has also increased significantly as a result of the pandemic. Like most places, the average age of our population is rising as more people are living longer, so we are working closely with residents to help them maintain their independence and further improve the cost effectiveness of our service to meet the ongoing rise in demand.<br><br>Kingston is home to people from diverse and interesting cultures and backgrounds, which helps to create the rich sense of community shared across the borough. In particular, Kingston has a large Sri Lankan Tamil community and is home to more people from Korea than any other part of the UK.<br> <br> About the Service and Team : <br> Kingston Adult Education is rated by Ofsted as a 'good' adult education provider for over 3,500 learners and is on an exciting journey towards outstanding provision. <br><br> Our mission is to offer high quality learning and training opportunities to meet the needs of individuals and employers in Kingston and surrounding areas and to work alongside community partners to achieve this. <br> <br> About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : <br> <strong>About the Role:</strong> <br><br> To plan and support KAE's learners in a learning programme in line with awarding body specifications and <strong> KAE </strong> policies. <br><br> Holds regular meetings with learners for training, guidance, mentoring, planning, coaching, progress and portfolio building purposes<br>and assesses learners' progress and evidence.<br>● Records learner progress using KAE paperwork and e-portfolio paperwork and makes the Internal Quality Assurer / Verifier and<br>Skills Manager aware of progress and problems if they arise.<br>● Liaises and meets with employers over learners' progress and needs.<br>● Completes course documentation with learners according to KAE and Awarding Body policies and ensures learner portfolios are<br>completed to the desired standard and completed on time.<br>● Maintains regular contact with learners in person, via email, e-portfolio and telephone.<br>● Uses agreed assessment techniques such as tasks, written statements, observation, projects, questions, professional<br>discussions, video or sound recording, photographing or by other assessment techniques agreed by the Internal Quality<br>Assurer / Verifier.<br>● Provides constructive developmental feedback on work including spelling, punctuation and grammar (SPAG).<br>● Attends assessor meetings, standardisation, team meetings as required and attends the annual staff conference and appraisal<br>meeting.<br>● Completes relevant CPD and maintains occupational competency.<br>● Implements changes resulting from Internal Quality Assurance/Verification and/or External Quality Assurance/Verification<br>processes as necessary and complies with KAE and contractual quality assurance and audit procedures.<br>● Commits to the wellbeing of staff, actively promotes RBK's policies and reports any safeguarding or Prevent concerns in line with the<br>Safeguarding and Prevent policies.<br>● Undertakes any other duties as required which are commensurate with the grade and the purpose of the post. <br><br> <strong> Our Ideal Candidate: </strong> <br><br>You should:<ul>\n<li> Hold a relevant qualification Level 3 Assessing Vocational Achievement or equivalent </li>\n<li> Have experience in the field you are due to teach </li>\n<li> Be able to include digital skills within your delivery of the course </li>\n<li> Question and challenge ways of working, with an understanding of the bigger picture in terms of the corporate context and external environment </li>\n<li> Demonstrate agility and adaptability in mindset and ways of working </li>\n<li> Work successfully with key stakeholders within and outside of the Council </li>\n<li> Demonstrate commitment to own personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the role </li>\n<li>Demonstrate innovation and creativity</li>\n<li> Actively engage in positive cross organisational communications and team working </li>\n<li> Communicate clearly, confidently and appropriately with colleagues using the best methods of communication for the task. </li>\n</ul>Our Offer to You : <br>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.<br><br>In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation.<br><br>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li>\n<li>Flexible and agile working arrangements</li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul>Application Process : <br> Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. <br><br> The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. <br><br> We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the 'Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme' at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we're incredibly proud of. <br><br> Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce. <br> <br> Additional Information : <br> We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. <br><br> As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. <br><br> We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda. <br><br>We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer and this means that everyone working at the Royal Borough of Kingston, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors and suppliers receive the London Living Wage. The real Living Wage is higher than the government's minimum, or National Living Wage, and is an independently calculated hourly rate of pay that is based on the actual cost of living.<br><br>The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know\">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"N/A","publishDate":"2025-03-20T03:01:39.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-01T23:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/0c2b7088-e98e-42f2-8974-fd67ebf3fe0f.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"98d416ee-d705-4f59-b6c7-aeb4019f2ed0","title":"Health and Safety Consultant","employer":"Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames","department":"","location":"Kingston","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough : <br>This special place in South West London between the capital and the country has been a Royal borough longer than anywhere else - it is where the first kings of England were crowned.<br><br>Today it is a vibrant and diverse borough, with a long history and strong cultural and community heritage. Kingston's riverside location, fantastic retail offer, historic market place and church, parks and gardens all make Kingston town centre the vibrant space it is, and each of our district town centres (Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth and Chessington) have something unique to offer.<br><br>Situated in Zone 6, Kingston is among the best-connected town centres in London - with direct train links from Kingston and Surbiton stations to Clapham Junction and London Waterloo, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and Tramlink.<br><br>Kingston's people are innovative and entrepreneurial, and have a strong sense of community pride. The borough has been home to great industry and creativity for many years, reflected in assets such as the Rose Theatre, the International Youth Arts Festival and Kingston University, which boasts more new graduate business start-ups than any other.<br><br>We have seen tremendous generosity and compassion within our communities, particularly in response to COVID-19, which is a demonstration of Kingston's key strength. The council offers a strong level of support to vulnerable groups and those who need additional support, which has also increased significantly as a result of the pandemic. Like most places, the average age of our population is rising as more people are living longer, so we are working closely with residents to help them maintain their independence and further improve the cost effectiveness of our service to meet the ongoing rise in demand.<br><br>Kingston is home to people from diverse and interesting cultures and backgrounds, which helps to create the rich sense of community shared across the borough. In particular, Kingston has a large Sri Lankan Tamil community and is home to more people from Korea than any other part of the UK.<br> <br> About the Service and Team : <br> You will be joining a supportive, experienced and committed team. The Health and Safety team is part of the wider Property Team within Place and supports all directorates across the Council. <br><br> We provide a high standard of health, safety and well-being advisory services both internally and externally to public sector organisations who purchase traded health and safety services from us. <br><br> As the competent source of health and safety advice for the Council, the team:<ul>\n<li> identifies the health and safety priorities of the Council; </li>\n<li> provides guidance, policies and sets standards for complying with Health & Safety legislation; </li>\n<li> provides advice and audits on Health & Safety issues for managers and staff; </li>\n<li> monitors the accident rate within the organisation; </li>\n<li> liaises with the HSE on all Health & Safety matters affecting RBK; </li>\n<li> identifies the Health & Safety training needs of the Council (training is organised and coordinated by People and OD); </li>\n<li> investigates accidents; </li>\n<li> provides a Health and Safety advice and audit service to 80 schools. </li>\n</ul>About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : <br><strong> Are you an enthusiastic, highly motivated and solution focused individual with experience in delivery Health and Safety services? </strong><br><br> Reporting to the Health and Safety Manager, we have a great opportunity for a Health and Safety Consultant to support the delivery of Kingston Council's statutory Health and Safety obligations. <br><br> Focused on delivering the best possible outcomes for its communities, the Council needs employees who thrive in an agile and networked organisation and who can support continuous improvement within a constructive organisational culture. <br><br> You will provide high quality, effective and efficient Health and Safety technical support, advice and audits to managers and employees of Kingston Council, our partnership agencies and external customers. The role includes acting as an advisory consultancy service to all corporate services and maintained schools plus our client schools that purchase our health and safety service level agreement, helping to ensure they comply with appropriate Council policies and procedures through training, support and guidance. <br><br> If you are an individual who likes a challenge, with excellent negotiation and persuasion skills, this role can offer you the opportunity to make a real difference towards removing barriers, and promoting health and safety across Kingston. <br><br><strong> Our Ideal Candidate </strong><br><br> You will have expert health and safety knowledge and familiarity with statutory requirements, Codes of Practice and current legislation relating to Health and Safety management, with great communication skills and the ability to operate effectively at all levels. You will have strong negotiation skills and you'll be adept in handling a varied workload. <br><br> To be successful in the role of Health and Safety Consultant, you will be able to demonstrate the following competencies (not limited to):<ul>\n<li> Hold a recognised professional safety qualification such as NEBOSH or equivalent. </li>\n<li> Chartered Membership of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) is desirable - if this is not held then Graduate Membership or a willingness to work towards Graduate /Chartered membership is required. </li>\n<li> Practical or professional experience and understanding of a specialist area or supporting service teams and/or providing support to the public. </li>\n<li> Detailed understanding of Health and Safety legislation. </li>\n<li> Be a team player, contributing to the delivery of a high quality safety service, working collaboratively with team colleagues and colleagues across the Council. </li>\n</ul>Qualifications/Experience<ul>\n<li>NEBOSH Construction/general cert (minimum) or equivalent</li>\n<li>NEBOSH Diploma/NVQ L5 in OHAS (desired)</li>\n<li>Relevant experience of working as part of a Health and Safety team</li>\n<li>Providing proactive support to operational business units</li>\n<li>Up to date knowledge of UK legislation in relation to health and safety</li>\n<li>Relevant education and construction sector experience</li>\n</ul>Our Offer to You : <br>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.<br><br>In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation.<br><br>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li>\n<li>Flexible and agile working arrangements</li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul>Application Process : <br> Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. <br><br> The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. <br><br> We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the 'Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme' at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we're incredibly proud of. <br><br> Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce. <br> <br> Additional Information : <br> We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. <br><br> As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. 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