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This position has a direct role in facilitating a sustainable future for Hertfordshire, as well as allowing the county to adapt to climate change. Your role would involve working within LEADS (Landscape, Ecology, Archaeology, Design and Sustainability), a multidisciplinary environmental team.\nThis role is a mid-level position ideally suited for candidates who already hold a degree of experience but are looking to take the next step in their career development.\nAbout the role\nWe are looking for an individual with the ability and expertise to provide timely, high-quality advice and expert consultation on the flood risk, engineering designs and sustainable drainage aspects of planning proposals and applications. You will also input into flood risk management within the county through the regulation, inspection and enforcement of ordinary watercourses. You will have a critical role in the Council’s response to flooding events and long-term goal to provide sustainable housing growth. The successful applicant will be expected to support the Flood Risk Management Team following major flood events through desk and field-based flood investigations, liaison with affected residents and other stakeholders such as the Environment Agency and Thames Water.\nYou will join the SuDS and Watercourses Team, contributing to reducing flood risk while supporting sustainable growth within Hertfordshire and ensuring the Council meets its statutory responsibilities under the Flood and Water Management Act 2010, primarily in its role as a statutory consultee in the planning system.\nOur ambition is to ensure that sustainable growth in Hertfordshire can be achieved without increasing flood risk elsewhere and ideally, reducing flood risk to existing properties where possible.\nResponsibilities of this role include:\n<ul>\n<li>Providing a professional & compliant flood risk advisory service to Local Planning Authorities & developers, prioritising workload to achieve timescales</li>\n<li>Ensuring that development proposals with high flood risk/social impact are prioritised</li>\n<li>Providing pre-application advice on a range of projects, from housing sites and commercial proposals to large solar farms</li>\n<li>Ensuring that all relevant casework information is recorded and reported to the required standard</li>\n<li>Supporting senior colleagues in the delivery of the team’s objectives</li>\n<li>Managing relationships with LPA to strengthen the role of sustainable drainage in Hertfordshire</li>\n<li>Working collaboratively with partner organisations within the Hertfordshire spatial planning and flood management fields</li>\n<li>Engaging with local, regional and national networks to benefit the service and contribute to wider HCC strategy development</li>\n<li>Supporting wider HCC Lead Local Flood Authority activity including investigating of flood incidents and securing corrective action</li>\n</ul>\nAbout you\nYou will be progressing your knowledge of relevant national policy and legislation covering flood risk/sustainable drainage, spatial planning, and hold a relevant qualification. You will be used to communicating ideas persuasively orally and in writing and collaborating with a range of colleagues, consultants, professionals, partners, and members of the public. You will enjoy working as part of a team and independently and have examples of where you have negotiated with external parties to achieve justified and appropriate outcomes within set timeframes.\nYou will exhibit an enthusiasm to raise understanding of the benefits and importance of sustainable drainage and flood risk management and see them reflected in placemaking, with an ambition to make a difference in Hertfordshire’s environment. Through this role you be able to progress your career in Flood Risk Management, whilst contributing to sustainable growth in Hertfordshire.\nA full current driving licence is desirable as the role will involve site visits not accessible via public transport.\nYou will be joining an experienced and expanding Lead Local Flood Authority and will be supported in your development (including in gaining/progression CIWEM membership) as you support others in theirs.\nWe welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.\nTo hear more about this opportunity please contact David Uncle on 01992 555839 for an informal discussion about the role.\nClosing date: 16 May 2025.","shortDescription":"Mid-level position in SuDS and Watercourses Team at Hertfordshire County Council. 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We would like to hear from you, if you:\n<ul>\n<li>Enjoy working in a front line environment.</li>\n<li>Have excellent communication and computer skills.</li>\n<li>Comfortable using new technology in a changing environment.</li>\n<li>Are keen to contribute to team objectives.</li>\n<li>Want to give local people the best possible service.</li>\n</ul>\nThis exciting role offers a truly diverse working environment. The successful candidate will work across various areas including; reception desk, public enquiries counter, telephone contact centre and land charges administration. Duties are rotational and the ability to be flexible in terms of duties undertaken is essential.\nProvision of a top class service to our customers on the whole range of Council services and functions is essential, with an emphasis on carrying 80% of enquiries through to a successful conclusion at the first point of contact. 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We work in partnership with children/young people and their families to identify, broker, procure and monitor all packages of care for disabled children and young people as identified by an assessment of need carried out by the social work teams. We ensure services brokered are needs led, represent value for money and are appropriately quality assured. We work in partnership with other agencies to maximise positive outcomes for children and young people. We assist in identifying gaps in service provision and working with strategic commissioning we develop a more varied pool of resources in line with needs. 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We are looking for someone with:-<ul>\n<li> The ability to analyse, understand and utilise information, in order to broker effective packages, to ensure improved outcomes for children. </li>\n<li> Ability to research and propose alternative solutions. </li>\n<li> Ability to influence providers and stakeholders, through effective and proactive communication. Ability to seek solutions and work proactively with partners. </li>\n<li> Ability to build positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders to support effective collaborations. Stakeholders include the child / young person; parents / carers and wider parties. </li>\n<li> Ability to work flexibly in a changing and learning context. </li>\n<li> Ability to demonstrate use of ICT and maintain accurate records. </li>\n<li> Ability to organise your work and follow a range of processes consistently to promote an effective team working approach. </li>\n<li> Ability to manage and prioritise a number of different demands, engaging the support of colleagues where necessary. </li>\n</ul> About you Essential:<ul>\n<li> Demonstrable experience of working with disabled children and young people and/or providing children and families social care services. </li>\n<li> Highly organised and ability to prioritise your workload. </li>\n<li> Ability to use own initiative. </li>\n<li> Good ICT skills </li>\n<li> Good verbal and written communication skills </li>\n<li> Experience of dealing with a high level of confidentiality </li>\n<li> Full driving licence and access to transport </li>\n</ul>This is a fast-paced environment; sourcing care packages that make a real difference to families with disabled children, providing personalised support from homecare to short breaks and direct payments. Therefore, you'll need to be able to work under pressure and be extremely well organised, taking a pro-active approach to your workload. To identify effective services, you will be flexible and adaptable, a creative problem-solver, and deliver person-centred solutions. You will be a strong team worker, committed to ensuring the team maintains its good reputation for being responsive and family focused. This includes covering 'duty' responsibilities on a rota for responding to day-to-day issues as well as your allocated care package tasks. Our organization is committed to your personal growth and professional aspirations. We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role. This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC9 job profile. Please locate this via: Job profiles - Health and social care To hear more about this opportunity please contact Catherine Wangechi (catherine.wangechi@hertfordshire.gov.uk) Interview Date: 29th & 30th May 2025 Benefits of working for us How to apply As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post. Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Driving required You'll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations. English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). 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The role offers a great opportunity to provide senior management support whilst making a meaningful impact to the lives of residents across the borough. \nThis role includes:\n<ul>\n<li>Direct line management of staff across two social centres, including recruitment, training, 1-2-1’s and yearly appraisals</li>\n<li>Maintain compliance to regulatory health & safety requirements including undertaking risk assessments</li>\n<li>Organise and promote activities to entertain and stimulate centre visitors, as well as provide a hot meal provision across both sites</li>\n<li>The Day Services Manager is responsible for ensuring appropriate resources are available at both sites to maintain service continuity</li>\n<li>Identify new service opportunities and work in partnership with other organisations and agencies</li>\n<li>Responsible for budget monitoring and services are delivered within budget</li>\n<li>Buildings are compliant by working to applicable procedures and with other RBC service area’s</li>\n<li>Be a part of the future development of the service to meet the ever- changing working environment</li>\n<li>Act as an Emergency Rest Centre Manager in response to a civil emergency</li>\n</ul>\nAbout you\n<ul>\n<li>Management experience and ability of leading a team, including staff supervision and development</li>\n<li>Experience of working in a social centre environment or within the community</li>\n<li>Be able to identify and develop new services or opportunities</li>\n<li>Experience of budget management</li>\n<li>Strong communication skills</li>\n<li>Experience of writing procedures and protocols as well as undertaking risk assessments </li>\n</ul>\nAbout Runnymede\nRunnymede is an ambitious, passionate, and progressive council with a forward- thinking attitude and award-winning departments. As a Borough Council, we are committed to our four core values and goals which we demonstrate through our ongoing policies and projects. We are always keen to improve our services and welcome innovative and proactive individuals who are open minded and have a positive approach in supporting our vision. \nDay Centre Services provide an essential environment for the older and some of the most vulnerable residents of Runnymede. As a senior lead you will be responsible for leading and managing the performance of two teams, with varying roles and ensuring the delivery of high-quality services to all visitors.\nWhilst the role is challenging, the results can be rewarding as you will be responsible for creating a vibrant and supportive atmosphere for visitors as well as providing varied activities and promoting independence. \nBenefits \n<ul>\n<li>The role requires a flexible approach as you be required to work across two sites.</li>\n<li>Home working is possible, but this is dependent on service delivery</li>\n<li>28 Days annual leave, plus 8 days bank holidays and 1 extra day at Christmas</li>\n<li>Excellent Pension Scheme, including access to an Additional Voluntary Contributions</li>\n<li>Free Parking</li>\n<li>Training and development opportunities</li>\n<li>Payment of one professional membership per annum</li>\n<li>Cycle to work + further related discounts</li>\n<li>Season ticket loan</li>\n<li>UK Healthcare plan after 1 years’ service</li>\n<li>Dental insurance plan after 3 years’ service</li>\n<li>Mileage allowance</li>\n</ul>\n \nHow to apply\nWe are passionate about building an inclusive and diverse workforce and we welcome applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds, skills and abilities. If it is difficult for you to apply online, please contact Human Resources at <a href=\"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/users/new.js?original_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jobsgopublic.com%2Fvacancies%2F209969%2Fexternal_links%3Findex%3D2\">humanresources@runnymede.gov.uk</a> or on 01932 425516 who will be able to assist you.\n \nFor an informal chat about this role please contact Hayley Andrews on 01932 425865 or Hayley.andrews@runnymede.gov.uk.\n \nClosing Date: 6th May at 23.59\nInterview Date(s): 14th May 2025\nIf you do not hear from us within two weeks from the closing date you have not been successful on this occasion. Thank you for considering Runnymede Borough Council.\n \nRunnymede Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults with care support needs and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 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Creative, income driven, and a motivating leader, you will have great organisational skills and be able to manage tight budgets and resources effectively.\n \nYou will be joining during an exciting period of NPO funded activity and will be responsible for managing the delivery of part of this programme as well as the core commercial activity.\n \nFlexible working patterns can be arranged to meet the needs of the successful candidate. However, as part of the Museum Management Team, some onsite weekend and evening event working will be required.\n \nSt Albans is a unique English Cathedral City with a colourful history which can be seen in the Roman remains and variety of beautiful architecture, heritage sites and conservation areas. Set within green belt, off the M25, A1M and M1 the District includes a cathedral, vibrant city centre and thriving villages. Our centrally located offices in the city are near to the station (London St Pancras 20 minutes), shops and restaurants. In short it is <a href=\"https://www.enjoystalbans.com/\">a great place to live and work</a>.\n \nIn addition to working within a great team and a comprehensive salary you will have access to:\n<ul>\n<li>30.5 days basic annual leave (increasing with service) + bank holidays. 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If successful in your application for the role of Talent Consultant (Starting Well), London Borough of Havering, you will/will be: <ul>\n<li>Key tasks and accountabilities are intended to be a guide to the range and level of work expected of the post holder. This is not an exhaustive list of all tasks that may fall to the post holder and employees will be expected to carry out such other reasonable duties which may be required from time to time. </li> <li>Assist with the with the implementation of talent strategies through the provision of up-to-date advice and guidance, in a way that positively influences the employee’s experience. </li> <li>Manage all process and administration requirements, ensuring all activities are completed on time and relevant records are maintained. Retain all documentation in line with service requirements. <ul>\n<li>Attracting talent - employer brand and employee value proposition </li> <li>Input to the development and maintenance of corporate information and supporting tools that ensure Havering council is an attractive place to work </li> <li>Work closely with the Transactional HR service to ensure the agreed information is hosted/available on the recruitment site </li> <li>Resourcing talent - recruitment, temporary/interim solutions, internal redeployment </li> <li>Manage recruitment campaigns ensuring use of approved recruitment frameworks, engaging with senior leaders and recruitment agencies as appropriate </li> <li>Work alongside managers to identify the appropriate sourcing options and channels to drive value and maximise applications including internal talent. </li> </ul> </li> </ul> Support the development and delivery of a range of talent activities in one or more of the following areas: As one of the greenest boroughs in London, resourcefulness is in our nature. We don’t wait to be told, we take the initiative. We face the future head-on, embracing new challenges with open minds and fresh ideas. There’s lots of opportunities to progress here, and if you seize them we’ll support you all the way. Choose Havering and see the difference you’ll make to the people that live, work and learn here. From caring for those who need it most, to ensuring our highways and streets are safe, providing a roof over the heads of our residents, providing excellent customer service or, enhancing our digital services for staff and residents, there are so many ways you can make a positive influence here. And, whether you’re outdoorsy, people-focused or analytical, we have a role that’s right for you. The London Borough of Havering is a Disability Confident employer. Candidates who declare that they have a disability in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 and meet the essential criteria as specified in the Job Profile will be guaranteed an interview. Priority consideration on all advertised roles will be given to London Borough of Havering Redeployees. The London Borough of Havering is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please be aware that a Disclosure and Barring Scheme (DBS) check will be required for any position with access to these groups under the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. In addition, the Authority reserves the right to request employees undertake a basic disclosure check (Disclosure Scotland) where required for the role this includes anyone who has access to (or information obtained directly from) a government database, or has a GCSX account. These posts will be required to have a Basic Disclosure Scotland check as per the requirements of BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standards). Pay - £43,324 to £46,512 per annum subject to final confirmation. The closing date for the receipt of applications is 4^th May 2025, however, interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770. Please view Job Profile here Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering. The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. 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You will play a key role in ensuring our tenants and leaseholders receive a high level of service through regular monitoring and will play a key role in enhancing the look and feel of our communities. You will work closely with colleagues across the organisation to deliver value for money services with high customer service satisfaction levels. You will have a comprehensive knowledge of health and safety in the workplace with a particular focus on elements related to the service. You will have excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to achieve defined performance targets. Applicants must have a driving licence that is valid in the UK. An Enhanced check will be undertaken with the Disclosure and Barring Service to ensure that the successful candidate has no relevant convictions. The deadline for applications will be midnight on the closing date shown in the advert details.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"*GBP*54,202.00 - *GBP*56,533.00 per annum (Inclusive of London Fringe Weighting)","publishDate":"2025-03-18T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-05T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/47dafd07-8532-484c-a966-2488d6a51f7b.png","score":3037.179,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"a2981189-0d18-4b11-ba71-ad0c4021a716","title":"Head of Neighbourhood Services","employer":"Dacorum Borough Council","department":"","location":"Dacorum","locationType":3,"description":"Permanent Ref: HOS34 Around half an hour by train from the centre of London, Dacorum occupies an enviable location just outside the M25 and is home to the towns of Hemel Hempstead (where our offices are based), Berkhamsted and Tring. An active and green place, Dacorum is a buzzing centre of business, enterprise and ambition. We’re designing our services around customers, ensuring our teams have the right skills and behaviours to excel, and we’ve developed new ways of working which support flexible and hybrid working. We are prepared to do things differently in Dacorum and are developing a new integrated neighbourhood management model that will enable us to deliver great services and create high-performing and integrated teams with a positive, empowered culture. Our ambition is to set the standards that other local authorities aspire to, and, in this new role, you can play a part in making this happen. Responsible for waste, fleet, street scene, cemeteries and grounds maintenance, you’ll have the opportunity to review current structures and models of delivery, and your leadership will be central to encouraging a sense of shared mission and accountability across the service. Other priorities will include a focus on waste operations and fleet management, maximising our waste commercial service, garden waste and the smooth running of the depot. Longer term, you’ll make an influential contribution to our planning for sustainable population and employment growth, as we transform our town centres and support our communities to thrive. It's an opportunity that will suit someone with the right level of professional knowledge, acquire through study or career experience, and who has a proven track record of managing a multi-million-pound waste service within a complex, multi-agency service system. An informed appreciation of the practical demands of managing cultural and operational change is essential along with the ability to take a ‘first principles’ analytical approach to problem-solving and generating solutions. Excellent stakeholder management, customer service and engagement skills, are essential, as are good political awareness and sensitivity to the needs and priorities of others. It’s a fantastic time to join the team at Dacorum Borough Council and shape a cleaner, greener and safer place for our residents and stakeholders. We’re looking for candidates who will bring proven expertise and capabilities in their own professional area, but who also offer the wider strategic perspective and leadership skills to shape a progressive, collaborative and effective organisational culture, with a focus on customer service and service improvement. You’ll bring a creative, enthusiastic and open-minded approach to how we work across the Council and with our partners, to bring about the best outcomes for our residents and service users. Visit <a href=\"http://www.join-dacorum.co.uk\">www.join-dacorum.co.uk</a> to find out more or contact Steve Guest at Solace in Business on 020 7976 3311 for a confidential discussion. For full details and to apply for this post please visit our website at <a href=\"http://www.dacorum.gov.uk\">http://www.dacorum.gov.uk</a>. Dacorum Borough Council is working in Partnership with Solace in Business in the recruitment for this position. All application information will be shared with them. Applicants must have a driving licence that is valid in the UK. A Basic check will be undertaken with the Disclosure and Barring Service to ensure that the successful candidate has no relevant convictions. The deadline for applications will be midnight on the closing date shown in the advert details. We are an equal opportunities employer. Candidates with a disability who meet the essential criteria will be interviewed. 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If you are interested, we would encourage you to apply online as soon as possible. \nWe are looking for experienced qualified social workers to join the Integrated Learning Disabilities Assessment & Care Management Team. \nThe team is part of an integrated health and social care service providing a wide range of support to people with learning disabilities and their carers. \nOur integrated team consists of community nurses, psychologists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, speech and language therapists, psychiatrists and an employment service. As a result, we can offer our service users a holistic approach to support. \nWe are a highly successful service which provides seamless health & social care services to people with learning disabilities and their families/carers. We are very proud of our many achievements, which include: \n \n - Excellent integrated working across health & social care professions \n - Exceptionally low numbers of admissions to residential care with over 85% of people living in settled accommodation \n - Well embedded person centred and personalised approaches \n - High numbers of direct payments with good outcome focused & person-centred care & support plans \n - Award winning transition arrangements \n - Excellent track record in avoiding admissions to Assessment & Treatment Units in line with the Transforming Care Programme \n - Externally validated high quality safeguarding arrangements \n - Commended Court of Protection work \n \nThe service is fully committed to working with people with learning disabilities to increase their independence and inclusion and to maximise their control over their lives. We are a forward-thinking team that value social work practice and the role we play in integration. We take pride in our profession and have a monthly social work forum where the team can discuss practices issues, changes in legislation and current research. \nWe promote the use of Direct Payments so that that the people we work with have the autonomy and flexibility to make their support work in a way that best meets their needs. \nThe successful candidates should: \n \n - Have the skills to work with vulnerable service users and their carers. \n - Be committed to the principles of personalisation, strengths-based approach and supporting people to maximise their independence. \n - Be creative in developing support plans in conjunction with service users that demonstrates best value and community inclusion. \n - Have a knowledge of safeguarding adults’ practice and legislation. \n - Possess the skills to hold a complex caseload and work on frontline duty. \n \nThis is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference to the lives of people with learning disabilities whilst further developing your social work skills and career. We are a high performing service that continues to go from strength to strength and require commitment and dedication towards our service users, council and team. If you want to be a part of this challenge and of a successful team and think you have the skills and abilities to help us achieve our goals, then we want to hear from you. \nContact Details - \nIf you would like to know more about the role, please contact Zinovia Terzaki , Team Manager on 020 8132 2866 or zinovia.terzaki@enfield.gov.uk. \nIf you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact iona.mackinnon@enfield.gov.uk or on 020 4526 5336 \n“This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment”. \nWe are sourcing candidates from various channels for this role. Applications will be reviewed, and interviews arranged, on a first come first served basis until all positions are filled which could be prior to the displayed advert closing date. If you are interested, we would encourage you to apply online as soon as possible. \nWe do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV. \nWhy it's great to work for Enfield Council: \n \n - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). \n - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas. \n - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles. \n - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months. \n - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods. \n - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family. \n - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work. \n \nWe are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more. \nIf you have previously applied for this role within the past 6 months, unfortunately, a second application will not be considered.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"SW level 2/3 £39,855 - £49,551","publishDate":"2025-04-28T16:33:03.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-07T16:33:03.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/04042394-74b0-4f0a-ae1e-6897ff1b705b.png","score":2958.0498,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"bbb3d4b6-f632-4151-bf11-5bee74c64818","title":"Senior Service Charge Coordinator","employer":"Lambeth Council","department":"","location":"6 Brixton Hill","locationType":3,"description":"Senior Service Charge Coordinator PO5: Starting salary £52,674 per annum rising in annual increments to £55,710 per annum incl LW About Us: It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth. To deliver on these ambitions, we have embarked our transformational One Lambeth Programme ensuring we are ‘connected by purpose,’ in everything we do to deliver excellence. We are proud to have recently developed a refreshed set of One Lambeth Values and Behaviours that were developed for staff by staff; Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability. For more information, please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page. About the Borough: Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community. With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment. About the Team: Billing over £19 million of revenue per year the Service Charge Calculation team forms an essential part of the Housing and Adult Social Care directorate, recovering vital income that allows Lambeth Council to continue providing essential services to our residents. The team sits within the Homeownership and Rents department. The team is responsible for calculating the day-to-day service charges for over 9000 leasehold and freehold properties in the borough. The team also leads on gathering information for service charge queries and ensuring the charges are both accurate and reasonable. About the Role: The role would suit a service charge professional with extensive experience in setting leasehold service charges for either a local authority or housing association. The successful candidate must have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to have a goal-orientated approach to complex problems. Leading a busy team, you will need to have an organised approach to service charge construction, be a great team player, lead by example and be flexible and approachable. You must be able to ensure statutory and corporate deadlines are met in issuing the service charges. You must also have knowledge of current housing legislation as it relates to service charges. You will also occasionally be required to attend evening meetings as well as give evidence in court/first tier tribunal cases. To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence: <ul>\n<li>An excellent knowledge of leasehold issues, including but not limited to: service charges; major works projects; current law and legislation.</li> <li>Broad knowledge and awareness of current issues and developments affecting the management of council housing.</li> <li>Excellent knowledge of the accounting process when constructing service charges.</li> <li>Substantial management experience in leasehold management and practice, with a focus on the financial management of service charges.</li> <li>Experience as a team leader or line manager within a large, complex, customer-focused organisation and of monitoring team performance, preparing performance reports and acting to continually improve the business based on performance.</li> <li>\nExperience of working with property management and accounting IT systems. \n</li> </ul> For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below: Job Description and Person Specification Contact Information: For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Robert Mowatt at rmowatt@lambeth.gov.uk. How to Apply: If you're interest in this opportunity, click on the apply button and complete an online application. In your supporting statement, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an 'A' at shortlist stage. We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement. Recent applicants need not to apply Recruitment Timelines: Closing date: 11:59pm Monday 5th May 2025. Benefits: We believe in rewarding our staff. When you join us, you'll gain access to a range of benefits, including: · Participation in our 5 Staff Networks: Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnic, LGBTQ+, Disability, Young Professionals, and Women's. · Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days, increasing to up to 35 days depending on length of service. · Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme. · Hybrid Working. · Employee Assistance Programme. · Occupational Sick Pay based on length of service. · Discounts at local restaurants. · Discount at our Active Lambeth Gyms. · Learning and Development opportunities, including Apprenticeships. · Cycle to Work Scheme. · Secure Bike Storage facilities at our Town Hall and Civic Centre. · Trade Union Membership. At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please click here. 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Ofsted have recently awarded Kent with an Outstanding rating in recognition of the service we provide to our children.\nWe are now looking for experienced Social Worker who can lend their skills and experience to help us build on our successes. We have a vacancy within North Kent Children Care Service for a Senior Practitioner. The successful candidate will be welcomed into one of our 5 Teams and will be based at The Willows in Swanley. \nAbout the area\nThe Children in Care Service cover the whole of North Kent, supporting the areas of Dartford, Gravesham and Swale and is a mix of urban and rural communities. Therefore, you will be required to work across the operational area of North Kent.\nAbout the Role\nKent embraces blended working, with scope for a combination of working from home and office. 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As well as coaching and mentoring less experienced staff, you’ll have the opportunity to act as a Practice Assessor for ASYE and student social workers.\nYou’ll share your knowledge and experience with the team in a number of ways, including, joint visits, court attendance, case audits and reviews, you will have opportunities to contribute to working groups and multi-agency forums to support the development of new initiatives.\nAbout you\nProfessionally registered with a degree in social work – CQSW, DipSW or equivalent – you’ll have a variety of post-qualification experience of working with children and families. This should cover systemic practice, and you will need an in-depth understanding of legislative and policy frameworks. We’re also looking for the willingness to develop as a practitioner.\nBeing a team player is essential in any social work team, and you’ll act as a role model and mentor to less experienced colleagues, contributing to training initiatives. The ability to build relationships with colleagues as well as statutory, voluntary, and private sector agencies, will be key. \nRewards\nIn return, we offer an attractive benefits package, a competitive salary and a range of professional development opportunities including the exciting social care academy and routes for progression.\nWe are also committed to ensuring you achieve a healthy work life balance with flexible working arrangements and an emphasis on health and well-being.\nTransport\nThe role requires you to be mobile throughout a wide operational area including travelling around the county of Kent and beyond to transport children and their belongings and be available to do so in an emergency.\nThis role is subject to holding a Full UK Driving Licence – The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the jobholder to drive your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability.\nThis post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring service and registration as a qualified Social Worker with Social Work England.\nThis post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.\nSalary is dependent on experience and progression through the career grade is based on the fulfilment of required capabilities. Applicants must be able to evidence that they have successfully progressed to the required competency level via a recognised career progression pathway when they submit their application.\nContact Details\n</div>\n<div>\nIf you require any more information regarding the role, location and responsibilities, please contact:\nMegan Turner - Megan.Turner@kent.gov.uk \n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£45,672 to £51,489 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-25T08:32:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-23T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/cbcef683-7bab-46d6-bf09-6304e94d9b3c.jpg","score":2898.0679,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2d1018fb-002c-4641-8a25-eb12912b226b","title":"STS Inspection Officer","employer":"London Borough of Ealing","department":"","location":"Hybrid working","locationType":2,"description":"Permanent Contract and the Opportunity to work with a Pan London Inspection Service\nThe Commissioning Alliance delivers a pan-London housing standards & inspection service which regularly inspects Temporary Accommodation, focusing on Bed & Breakfasts and Studio Apartments which are used to house vulnerable people/families.\nThe aim of this service is to ensure quality across the sector and to ensure the standard of accommodation meets minimum standards. 29 London Boroughs established the programme – initiated by the London Housing Directors’ Group and is delivered by the Commissioning Alliance. \nStS Inspection Officer’s role is to inspect TA properties and work with accommodation providers to ensure that property conditions and standards are improved, maintained, and award a StS Grade to the London-wide agreed standard.\nThe purpose of the service is to ensure that properties are safe and suitable for occupation by homeless families and vulnerable individuals. Officers are expected to develop and maintain relationships with Local Authorities and Accommodation Providers.\nApplicants should have experience of inspecting properties, including HMOs, have an excellent knowledge of management standards. Candidates should ideally be from a Local Authority Private Sector Housing background or similar.\nYou must have the right to work in the UK. Evidence for the right to work in the UK will be requested at the interview stage.\nIt is an exciting time to join us, here at Ealing Council. If you would like to make a positive difference to our residents and borough, then we’re looking forward to hearing from you.\nWe’ve tried to make this website as accessible as possible. You can use the accessibility widget on the right hand side to make it more accessible to you and your needs.\nEaling Council is committed to creating good jobs and delivering on its connected communities’ agenda. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and\ninclusive. We therefore welcome applications from all residents of the borough, we particularly\nwelcome applications from candidates who are entering the employment market in the\nearly stages of their career and mid-career professionals, who are currently under represented in Ealing’s workforce.\nPlease note all applications will be determined on merit.\nThis is full time post, applicants are expected to work a 35-hour week, with scope for some flexibility.\nThis role is subject to Ealing Council’s enhanced vetting process.\nFor more information or an informal conversation, please contact Carlene M. Thomas, Setting the Standards Senior Inspection Officer, Setting the Standard: thomasca@ealing.gov.uk. \nPrevious applicants need not apply.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£50,574 - £52,584 pa inclusive","publishDate":"2025-04-14T10:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-01T22:58:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/71f9e7d9-6556-4b1a-8d6d-223aaa880c61.png","score":2834.1592,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"8a8cfc4f-c3ac-42fb-873a-32fcf9f120d5","title":"Planning Officer","employer":"Elmbridge Borough Council","department":"","location":"Elmbridge Borough Council, Civic Centre, High Street, Esher, Surrey, KT10 9SD","locationType":3,"description":"Planning Officer \nDevelopment Management, Planning and Environmental Health\nSalary: £33,055 - £47,998 (Scale 22 – 38)\nClosing date: Monday 19 May 2025, 9am\nInterview date: w/c 2 June 2025\nWhat does it take to be a planner at Elmbridge?\nCommitment? Determination? Pragmatism? Solution-focussed attitude?\nWe would suggest that it takes all of this and one other trait; we want our planners to be passionate about design.\nThat’s what makes planning services at Elmbridge different; we have talented, passionate people, determined to do their best work for Elmbridge, influencing and helping to shape Elmbridge.\nIf you want to be a planner and you have the motivation to undertake professional qualifications, we will support you in a day release course at University.\nYou will see the other essential criteria in the person specification, but it’s your approach to work that will be your main asset.\nWhether you are a planning manager, officer or trainee you will understand that you have an important role to play in helping us to shape Elmbridge. You will be supporting our customers and helping them to understand the role good planning makes in shaping an area.\nElmbridge is one of the busiest local planning authorities in the country and sets very high standards for the delivery of planning decisions within Government targets. With land values that rival London and a population of 135,000, we will provide you with an interesting and challenging step in your career.\nAbout us\nWe know we ask a lot, but the good news is that we give a lot too.\n<ul>\n<li>\nLearning and development:\n<ul>\n<li>We will support you on that journey by creating a bespoke learning and development plan for you.</li>\n<li>You will meet people in the team who have completed Masters, been promoted within the team and have taken on other professional qualifications.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\nFlexibility:\n<ul>\n<li>We know hybrid working is here to stay and we will discuss the right mix of home and office for you.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\nWellbeing:\n<ul>\n<li>When you thrive Elmbridge thrives, which is why we have developed a strong and varied wellbeing programme for our employees, from mindfulness to lunchtime table tennis – the options are there for you.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\nThe package:\n<ul>\n<li>Not forgetting our excellent pension and ‘Thrive’ package of employee benefits and discounts with various local businesses. There is also free employee parking.</li>\n<li>We offer a generous pension scheme and excellent benefits such as your birthday off and the option to buy additional holiday days, plus we are closed between Christmas and New Year – no annual leave required.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\nWhat else?\nWe encourage you to read more on us and if you have any queries please give us a call.\nHere are some reading options to help you with your decision making:\n<ul>\n<li>https://www.elmbridge.gov.uk/jobs-work-experience-and-volunteering</li>\n<li><a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/company/elmbridge-borough-council/?viewAsMember=true\">Our LinkedIn page</a></li>\n</ul>\nIf you would like to talk to us about the role, please give Paul Falconer our Development Manager a call on 01372 474808.\nWhat are you waiting for?","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£33,055 - £47,998","publishDate":"2025-04-10T09:33:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-19T08:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/4b3f1b0f-e3cc-401f-8778-bb9ccd481bcf.jpg","score":2803.0115,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"bcad8229-adb5-4f6c-b38b-2c8a761201b7","title":"Management Development Officer","employer":"Hertfordshire County Council","department":"","location":"Stevenage","locationType":3,"description":"Job Title: Management Development Officer Starting Salary: £37,035 progressing to £40,476 Hours: Part-time, 4 days/week, (consideration will be given to applicants seeking a 3 day/week position). Location: Stevenage Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Community Protection About the team Our department is dedicated to cultivating an engaged, empowered, and diverse workforce. Through comprehensive training, upskilling, and development programs, we ensure our staff remain safe, confident, and equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary for professional, personal, and leadership roles, ultimately contributing to the safety of Hertfordshire residents. As a Management Development Officer, you will report to the Competence and Development Manager and play a pivotal role in delivering Leadership and Management Training. You will support staff in achieving required qualifications and ensure that training resources are readily available to all personnel. Our team is responsible for recruitment, apprentice development, succession planning, promotion, and leadership & management training. Additionally, we support the production of training resources for the Community Protection Directorate. We pride ourselves on being a collaborative team, leveraging each other's strengths while continuously seeking areas for improvement both as a team and individually. Joining our team means becoming part of a dynamic and supportive environment where your contributions are valued and your professional growth is encouraged. About the role We are seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated learning and development professional to join our friendly and experienced teams, supporting the development of staff within the Community Protection Directorate. This role is ideal for someone with expertise in leadership and management training, who understands regulated qualification requirements and the role of the assessor. The position is offered for 4 days per week, with consideration given to applicants wishing to work 3 days. While there is some opportunity for hybrid working, most training is delivered face-to-face at our Stevenage Training Development Centre. Successful candidates will have the chance to further their career progression and complete additional qualifications relevant to the role. Responsibilities include: Deliver and Commission Leadership & Management Training<ul>\n<li>Design and implement training programs focused on leadership and</li>\n<li>management skills. Collaborate with external training providers to deliver specialised courses.</li>\n</ul>Monitor Progress of Candidates on Regulated Qualifications<ul>\n<li>Track and evaluate the progress of staff enrolled in leadership and</li>\n<li>management qualifications. Providing feedback and support to ensure successful completion of programmes.</li>\n</ul>Establish Links with Learning and Development Officers<ul>\n<li>Network with internal and external learning and development professionals to</li>\n<li>identify training opportunities. 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We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role. This job role is within the Corporate Services, level CORP10 job profile. Please locate this via: Job profiles - Corporate services We welcome applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds. Hertfordshire champions equality and fairness. As a Disability Confident employer, we encourage people to contact us using their preferred communication method. To hear more about this opportunity please contact Sue.Mottershead@hertfordshire.gov.uk or Daren.Scotchford@hertfordshire.gov.uk for an informal discussion about the role. Interview Date: TBC Benefits of working for us How to apply As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post. Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Driving required You'll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations. English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). 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The team liaises with a range of stakeholders including, but not limited to, CS Brokerage and Commissioning, CS Social Workers, and Hertfordshire residents. About the role • You will process invoices and internal finance request forms and query where appropriate, in a timely manner for a range of suppliers using ContrOCC & SAP • You will liaise and work closely with colleagues across Children's Services to assist in the delivery of an efficient and effective financial service dealing with payments About you Essential • Experience in using Microsoft Office and demonstrable computer literacy • Proven time management and organisational skills • Ability to demonstrate attention to detail & methodical approach to tasks • Experience or demonstrable ability to prioritise and work to deadlines Desirable • Experience in Accounts Payable This is a role for someone with a keen eye for detail, a methodical approach to tasks in a supportive, friendly team. If you would like to be part of a team that makes a real difference to providers and Hertfordshire residents, we would welcome your application. We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role. This job role is within the Corporate Services, level 6 job profile. Please locate this via: Job profiles - Corporate services To hear more about this opportunity please contact Vicki.Cheriton@hertfordshire.gov.uk for an informal discussion about the role. Interview Date: to be confirmed Benefits of working for us How to apply As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. Secondment This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the Secondment Form as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only. 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Job Title: Day Service Support Worker Starting Salary: £24,404 (£12.64 per hour) with the opportunity to progress to £25,584 (£13.26 per hour) Hours: Full Time and Part Time Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Adult Care Services AT THIS TIME WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM CANDIDATES WITH STUDENT VISAS OR SPONSORED VISAS Locations Borehamwood - Borehamwood Day Service - 37 hours About the role People with disabilities in Hertfordshire need people like you! Do you want to support someone to live their best life and build a great career at the same time? You will be supporting people in their day-to-day activities. This can include providing opportunities for people by enabling them to connect within their communities, putting choice, independence, enablement, and citizenship at the heart of everything we do. We provide support both emotionally and physically to people from different care groups including, older people with age associated needs, younger or older adults with complex physical and/or learning disabilities. About you You don't have to have experience or qualifications for this role - we will support you with all the training you need, including the Care Certificate and RQF award. You just need the right values and a willingness to learn. This job role is within the Health and Social Care, level 5 job profile. Please locate this via: Job profiles - Health and social care To hear more about this opportunity please contact ed.davis@hertfordshire.gov.uk for an informal discussion about the role. This is an ongoing vacancy and applications will be considered as and when received Benefits of working for us How to apply As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post. Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). 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You will be part of a team of 8 other Service and Maintenance Technicians and a Senior Manager that oversees the Technical Operation Officer and team. To assist with our own Customer Service team and all departments that work within HES. Going forward there is scope to move up in the Pay points if all challenges and requirements are met. About the role We are actively recruiting for a Service and Maintenance Technician within our team. The post holder will be required to service, maintain and repair a wide range of daily living aids, non-stock items and medical equipment both in clients' homes or in our workshop based at Mundells Welwyn Garden City. About you Essential:<ul>\n<li>Full Manual Driving Licence</li>\n<li>Proven Mechanical Background</li>\n<li>Empathetic and understanding of needs of older Clients.</li>\n<li>Eye for detail</li>\n<li>DBS Enhanced Check</li>\n<li>Good customer service skills</li>\n<li>This role involves lifting equipment upstairs.</li>\n<li>Good verbal and written skills</li>\n<li>Cover our Out of Hours on a rota basis once fully trained. Mon-Fri 5pm-10pm and 9am-10pm Sat, Sun and bank holidays. (This is additional to your normal day to day work and carries a premium when on call)</li>\n</ul>Desirable:<ul>\n<li>Experience of Health and Social care</li>\n<li>Understanding of Health and Safety legislation including MHRA and LOLER requirements</li>\n</ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role. This job role is within the Operational Services, level OPS8 job profile. Please locate this via: Job profiles - Operational services To hear more about this opportunity please contact adrian.ransford@hertfordshire .gov.uk or mobile: 07580 742877 for an informal discussion about the role. Interview Date: Wednesday 14th May 2025 Benefits of working for us How to apply As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. 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The work of the directorate’s teams includes delivering events and launches, designing and leading public affairs and marketing campaigns, providing data, evidence and analysis to inform the OPDC’s work, leading cross-organisational programmes, and making sure we plan for and can respond to emerging events.\n \nAbout the role\nThe Communications Officer will work as part of the Communications and Engagement team within OPDC, providing support in all matters relating to communications, including copywriting, digital, internal communications, public liaison, marketing, event organisation and media / stakeholder monitoring, as well as supporting the day-to-day function of the team through undertaking administrative tasks.\n \nPrincipal accountabilities\n \nPrinciple accountabilities include but are not limited to:\n \n<ol>\n<li>Assist with the coordination and delivery of communications and marketing activity, using a range of channels and methods both traditional and online, including, but not exclusively: leaflet, poster and flyer creation and distribution, press releases, internal and external email campaigns and website maintenance.</li>\n<li>Work with the Digital Communications Manager to manage the corporation’s social media and online presence, promoting OPDC by creating and uploading engaging content, including working with designers, videographers, community members and internal teams to prepare posts, podcasts and videos.</li>\n<li>Work with the Communications & External Relations Manager to support and maintain the internal communications function, liaising with team members to compile internal newsletters, and helping to organise internal events, including lunch and learns, staff briefings and team socials.</li>\n<li>Carry out the work required to coordinate and complete the corporation’s FOI and Write On processes, as well as the Mayor’s correspondence that is allocated to OPDC, including allocating correspondence to the appropriate team members and providing responses to straightforward letters and emails, measuring OPDC’s response deadlines and monitoring these against the corporation’s Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).</li>\n<li>Monitor OPDC’s online and media presence, tracking engagement, followers and comments to help inform future Communications and Engagement campaigns and consultations.</li>\n<li>Act as a first point of contact for enquiries to the Communications and Engagement Team.</li>\n<li>Realise the benefits of London’s diversity by promoting and enabling equality of opportunities and promoting the diverse needs and aspirations of London’s communities.</li>\n<li>Realise the benefits of a flexible approach to work in undertaking the duties and responsibilities of this job, and participating in multi-disciplinary, cross- department and cross-organisational groups and project teams.</li>\n</ol>\n \n \nSkills, knowledge and experience\n \nTo be considered for the role you must meet the following essential criteria:\n \n<ul>\n<li>Knowledge of and experience in using a variety of media (including social media tools) to produce attractive and engaging communications.\n<ul>\n<li> experience of writing and editing articles, internal publications, newsletters and press releases.</li>\n<li> experience of writing for digital communications and providing advice and support to staff to who are writing their own content.</li>\n<li> a proven track record of organising staff events and presentations and engaging and coordinating volunteers.</li>\n<li> experience of providing training/skills sharing to users</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n<li>Evidence of using innovation and creativity and understanding of current communications best practice to disseminate information and engage people.</li>\n<li>Ability to use a range of standard and specific ICT systems, including:\n<ul>\n<li> Mailchimp or similar CMS/email system(s)</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n<li>Competence in photography, filming and video editing would be desirable.</li>\n<li>Awareness of working in a political context. Location: One West Point, 7 Portal Way, North Acton, London, W3 6RT</li>\n</ul>\n \n<h2>Behaviour Competencies</h2>\n \nCommunicating and Influencing\n… is presenting information and arguments clearly and convincingly so that others see us as credible and articulate and engage with us.\nLevel 2 indicators of effective performance\n<ul>\n<li>Communicates openly and inclusively with internal and external stakeholders</li>\n<li>Clearly articulates the key points of an argument, both in verbal and written communication</li>\n<li>Persuades others, using evidence-based knowledge, modifying approach to deliver message effectively</li>\n<li>Challenges the views of others in an open and constructive way</li>\n<li>Presents a credible and positive image both internally and externally</li>\n</ul>\n \nStakeholder Focus\n… is consulting with, listening to and understanding the needs of those our work impacts and using this knowledge to shape what we do and manage others’ expectations.\nLevel 1 indicators of effective performance\n<ul>\n<li>Listens to understand requirements without making assumptions</li>\n<li>Demonstrates an enthusiastic and ‘can do attitude’ to all requests</li>\n<li>Provides timely, accurate and personalised responses</li>\n<li>Provides a polite and helpful first point of contact for stakeholders</li>\n<li>Learns from feedback to improve personal service to others</li>\n</ul>\n \nProblem Solving\n… is analysing and interpreting situations from a variety of viewpoints and finding creative, workable and timely solutions.\nLevel 1 indicators of effective performance\n<ul>\n<li>Breaks down work issues, seeking further information if necessary</li>\n<li>Provides workable solutions to solve immediate work problems</li>\n<li>Makes suggestions and implements improvements to personal work processes</li>\n<li>Actively supports new initiatives and tries different ways of doing things</li>\n<li>Learns from others’ experiences </li>\n</ul>\n \nDecision making\n… is forming sound, evidence-based judgements, making choices, assessing risks to delivery, and taking accountability for results.\nLevel 1 indicators of effective performance\n<ul>\n<li>Takes personal responsibility for own decisions</li>\n<li>Makes straightforward decisions to progress own work</li>\n<li>Asks others for input, recognising the benefit of more than one perspective</li>\n<li>Understands which decisions are within own area of responsibility and which to pass to others</li>\n<li>Understands the risks associated with decisions, informing others of these risks</li>\n</ul>\n \nPlanning and Organising\n… is thinking ahead, managing time, priorities and risk, and developing structured and efficient approaches to deliver work on time and to a high standard.\nLevel 1 indicators of effective performance\n<ul>\n<li>Plans and prioritises own workload to meet agreed deadlines</li>\n<li>Advises colleagues or manager early of obstacles to work delivery</li>\n<li>Perseveres and follows work through to completion</li>\n<li>Checks for errors to ensure work is delivered to a high standard first time</li>\n<li>Effectively juggles priorities</li>\n</ul>\n \n \nResponding to Pressure and Change\n… is being flexible and adapting positively, to sustain performance when the situation changes, workload increases, tensions rise or priorities shift.\nLevel 1 indicators of effective performance\n<ul>\n<li>Stays calm in pressurised and demanding situations</li>\n<li>Responds flexibly to changing circumstances</li>\n<li>Recognises when unable to cope and asks others for help</li>\n<li>Demonstrates openness to changing work priorities and deadlines</li>\n<li>Maintains personal well-being and achieves a balance between work and home life</li>\n</ul>\n \nOPDC follows the GLA Competency Framework Guidelines. Further detailing each competency and the different level indicators can be found here: <a href=\"https://www.london.gov.uk/sites/default/files/gla_competency_framework_hr_28june2021.pdf\">GLA Competency Framework</a>\n \nHow to apply\nIf you would like to apply for the role you will need to submit the following:\n \n<ul>\n<li>Up to date CV</li>\n<li>Personal statement with a maximum of 1500 words. Please ensure you address how you demonstrate the essential criteria outlined above in the advert.</li>\n</ul>\n \nPlease ensure your CV and Personal Statement have a maximum file size of 1.5MB each and upload your Personal Statement to the ‘CV and Cover Letters’ section’ of the form, ensuring you address the technical requirements and competencies in your Personal Statement.\nWord or PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images. Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement are saved with the job reference number as part of the naming convention (E.g., “CV – applicant name - 012345)\n \nAs part of OPDC’s continuing commitment to be an inclusive and equal opportunity employer we will be removing personal identifiable information from CVs and Personal Statements that could cause discrimination. \n<h2>If you have questions about the role</h2>\n \nIf you wish to talk to someone about the role, the hiring manager Grace Kelly would be happy to speak to you. Please contact them at Grace.Kelly@opdc.london.gov.uk\n \nIf you have any questions about the recruitment process, contact the <a href=\"mailto:glaopdcrecruitment@tfl.gov.uk\">glaopdcrecruitment@tfl.gov.uk</a> who support the OPDC with recruitment.\n \n \n<h2>Assessment process</h2>\nOnce you have submitted an application, your details will be reviewed by a panel.\n \nIf shortlisted, you’ll be invited to an interview/assessment.\n \nThe interview/assessment date is: W/C 26th May, held in person at OPDC’s offices.\n \n<h2>Equity, diversity and inclusion</h2>\nLondon's diversity is its biggest asset, and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.\nWe particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce.\nWe are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share. \nPlease note we are a Disability Confident Employer so for candidates who wish to be considered under the scheme and meet the essential criteria, they will automatically be invited to interview. Please note, should you require any adjustments through the process, we will accommodate as much as possible. 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Hertfordshire County Council

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Hertfordshire County Council

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