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Get in touch for an informal conversation or read more about the role <a href=\"https://www.hailsham-tc.gov.uk/town-council/staff-member-vacancies/\">here</a>.</p>\n<p>If you believe in the integrity and value of delivering local government services and projects, and you are looking for a rewarding job role, now is a great time to join our friendly team and be part of our continued success. Duties will include:</p>\n<p>· Providing day to day financial management of the Town Council under the direction of the Town Clerk.</p>\n<p>· Managing the Town Council’s financial affairs within the legal framework for Local Authorities and to comply with current legislation, statements of recommended practice and accounting codes of practice to ensure that the Town Council complies with the Financial Regulations approved by the council.</p>\n<p>Responsible Finance Officer requirements:</p>\n<p>· A professional manner and the ability to work to a high standard</p>\n<p>· Able to work flexibly and collaboratively as part of a team.</p>\n<p>· Experience at a senior level in an organisation with responsibility for key financial functions.</p>\n<p>· Budget setting and financial management skills.</p>\n<p>· Excellent oral, written and email communication skills, including an ability to relate to, and communicate with councillors, staff, public and external agencies.</p>\n<p>Would you like to know more about the Responsible Finance Officer role? To obtain an information pack with full details and application form, please click on the apply link above or email: <a href=\"mailto:enquiries@hailsham-tc.gov.uk\">enquiries@hailsham-tc.gov.uk</a> <br><br>Applications must be received by 9am <strong>on 25th November 2024</strong></p>\n<p>Interviews will be held on 6 December 2024. <br><br>If you would like to an informal chat about the Responsible Finance Officer position, please contact John Harrison, Town Clerk, <a href=\"mailto:john.harrison@hailsham-tc.gov.uk\">john.harrison@hailsham-tc.gov.uk</a>, 01323 841702</p>","shortDescription":"<p>Responsible Finance Officer needed for town council in Hailsham. Manage financial affairs, compliance, and accounting codes of practice. 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They will have the opportunity to contribute our journey of improvement and shape our service delivery to children, young people and families and Medway. They will gain knowledge and experience from highly skilled team members but will also be given the opportunity to showcase their own skills and knowledge. 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Full details on how this will work will be sent to you, if your application is successfully shortlisted.<br><br></em><strong>Important Information-<br><br></strong><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<br></strong><br><strong>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</strong><br><br>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. 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Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents. <br> <br>London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the <a href=\"https://www.london.gov.uk/good-work-standard\">Mayor of London's Good Work Standard</a> employers. This accreditation is a proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment. <br> <br>The Council's preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk\">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> so we can arrange an alternative application method. <br><br><strong>About the role:</strong> <br> <br>The Supply Chain Division in Waltham Forest is responsible for taking a strategic view of the Council's supply chain, internal and external, ensuring value for money contracts are established, strategic contracts managed effectively, and performance and business intelligence used to manage external suppliers and challenge internal services.<br> <br>An opportunity has arisen for a Procurement Delivery Manager in an award-winning team to be responsible for supporting the Procurement / Supply Chain function, in managing and delivering high value OJEU level procurement projects, across a range of category spend areas. <br> <br>As part of a shared service across both Waltham Forest and Redbridge Councils, this role is key to supporting the Procurement functions category management based approach to Procurement, by ensuring that commercial activities fully support the Council's best value requirements, internal governance procedures and also relevant Strategic Sourcing Strategies.<br> <br>Responsibilities will also include the development of sourcing strategies for tactical spend areas e.g. office supplies, the timely and accurate preparation and presentation of reports to various governance boards, alongside providing support for junior staff, where appropriate.<br> <br>Working as part of a cross functional and busy team, the successful candidate will understand the importance of effective procurement in an Organisation and have the ability to provide specialist procurement advice, guidance and support, plus robust challenge to internal /external stakeholders.<br><br>The People and Corporate category supports the following areas;<br> <ul> <li>Adult Social Care and support</li> 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the ability to explain issues.<br><br><strong>Relevant experience and skills</strong><br> <br>• Practical experience of letting a wide range of contracts delivering savings. <br> <br>• Practical experience of working with the UK Public Contracts Regulations.<br> <br>• Experience of the entire contract cycle from developing options through to tendering<br> <br>awarding and managing the contracts.<br> <br>• Experience of working with and leading a cross functional team.<br> <br>• Practical experience of managing supplier relationships and negotiating contract changes<br> <br>• The ability to flexibly manage a number of tenders at one time.<br> <br>• Good communication and influencing skills.<br> <br>• Good level of numeracy & I.T. skills i.e., proficiency in using Microsoft packages and the <br> <br>Internet.<br> <br>• Understanding of the contribution that procurement can make to the economy, the <br> <br>environment and the equality agenda.<br> <br>• Experience of working with e-procurement and e-tendering systems.<br> <br>• Strong customer service skills.<br><br><strong>Terms and conditions:</strong> <br> <br>Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks; <br> <br>Satisfactory declaration of interest; <br> <br>As a public authority, we must ensure that members of staff in public-facing roles are able to speak fluent English. This means that they must have a command of spoken English, with confidence and accuracy, sufficient for the effective performance of their role. This requirement does not refer to any particular English language qualifications, regional or international accents, dialects, speech impediments or the tone of conversations. It does not require staff to speak only in English. <br><br><strong>How to Apply:</strong> <br> <br>Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications online by pressing the 'Apply' button below. This includes a supporting statement that outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy. <br> <br>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. <br><br><strong>Equal Opportunity Employer:</strong> <br> <br>Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value. <br> <br>To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy. <br> <br>We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below or feel free to discuss this during your interview. <br> <br>For more information on the benefits of working for the Council, please visit <a href=\"https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us\">https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us</a>. <br> <br><strong>Contact Information:</strong> <br> <br>If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Rita Emesim, Head of Supply Chain at <a href=\"mailto:Rita.emesim@walthamforest.gov.uk\">Rita.emesim@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> <br> <br>If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Recruitment Team via email at <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk\">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>. <br> <br>Click here for further information on the <a href=\"https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/council-and-elections/your-data-and-privacy/our-privacy-notices/hr-recruitment-privacy-notice\">Human Resources recruitment privacy notice</a>.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"GBP 46,041.00 - 49,083.00 per year","publishDate":"2024-10-31T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-01T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/c60a1c12-2f49-4f85-878b-ff3381a563fd.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0248a1dd-fc04-4f63-b3ed-8939b332563c","title":"Financial Accountant","employer":"London Borough of Tower Hamlets","department":"","location":"Town Hall, 160 Whitechapel Road, LONDON","locationType":3,"description":"<h2>Benefits and Allowances</h2><p>Normal local government benefits including pension</p><h2>Role Purpose</h2><p>Tower Hamlets offers the best of London in one borough. 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The role also includes undertaking Welfare Benefit checks to advise claimants of any other benefits that they may be entitled to.</p>\n<p>You must be able to demonstrate a good level of literacy and numeracy skills and will be encouraged to work towards a suitable qualification eg NVQ Level 3 Management, IRRV, IRRV Tech etc.</p>\n<p>At Knowsley Council we will consider requests for flexible working. For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, working from home, compressed hours, part-time.</p>\n<p>We promote applications from all sections of the community, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.</p>\n<p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.</p>\n<p>At Knowsley we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. 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The role involves detailed and complex scenario modelling, owning and updating funding models and ensuring key financial impacts are communicated and understood by colleagues for decision making. </p>\n<p>The role will work closely with the Franchising Commercial and Finance Manager, Corporate Finance Service, Senior Managers and project leads across the programme.</p>\n<p><em> </em></p>\n<p><strong>About the person</strong></p>\n<p>You will bring fresh ideas and a modern approach to continuously improve the finance service provision and work collaboratively across the organisation to support new projects and initiatives.</p>\n<p>You will be a CCAB or CIMA qualified accountant.</p>\n<p>You will be able to confidently provide clear and concise financial expertise to stakeholders, working within the day-to-day activities and requirements of the programme</p>\n<p>You will have Significant experience of project accounting or delivering a professional, proactive Business Partnering Service</p>\n<p>You will have a strong track record of working to a senior level within a complex organisation</p>\n<p>You will have equality time management and organisational skills</p>\n<p>You will be able to demonstrate our core values, including a commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion.</p>\n<p>You will have a commitment to the Liverpool City Region and an understanding of its stakeholders</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About the organisation</strong></p>\n<p>The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing - growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.</p>\n<p>The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK - investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. 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They will also take a key role in leading the transformation of the Authorities Financial Systems & Processes to enable the service to best meet the future needs of the organisation.</p>\n<p><em> </em></p>\n<p><strong>About the person</strong></p>\n<p>You will bring new ideas and added-value approach to continuously improve and enhance the finance service provision and work collaboratively across the organisation supporting new projects and initiatives and influence cross-functionally.</p>\n<p>You will be a CCAB or CIMA qualified accountant with significant experience of strategic planning and budgeting and the provision of robust financial advice and guidance.</p>\n<p>Experienced in managing a team of finance professionals.</p>\n<p>Have a proven track record in development and implementation of financial systems, processes and procedures.</p>\n<p>You will be able to demonstrate our core values, including a commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion.</p>\n<p>You will have a commitment to the Liverpool City Region and an understanding of its stakeholders</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About the organisation</strong></p>\n<p>The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing - growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.</p>\n<p>The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK - investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. 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Additionally, you will issue Section 20B notices and provide supporting information for leaseholder inquiries, disputes, and legal challenges.</p>\n<p>We are looking for candidates with extensive knowledge of leasehold management and financial processes, including preparation of annual property accounts and an understanding of S20 consultation processes. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Suite are essential. Your ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders will be key to your success in this role.</p>\n<p>As part of our team, you will contribute to the continuous improvement of our Homeownership Services, prepare performance reports, and assist with budget monitoring. You will also have the opportunity to engage with residents and stakeholders through meetings and inspections, ensuring that we maintain high standards of service.</p>\n<p>There is no better place to work in London than Hackney; we have great pride in our borough, our communities, and our services. Hackney is one of London’s most vibrant and diverse boroughs. It’s one of the most sought after areas to live in London with good schools, parks and local amenities, as well as great transport links and vibrant and diverse communities.</p>\n<p><span>If you want to work in a place where you can represent our values so we achieve the best for our residents, please click on the apply button below.</span></p>\n<p><span>For further information about this opportunity and the service please visit <a href=\"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/jobs/search/d6fa0690-fee7-4fa3-9086-a8a7451ab2ba#sign-in-required\" target=\"_blank\">here</a></span></p>\n<p><strong>The recruitment process is anonymous. Therefore, we do not accept supporting statements or CVs.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>When applying, there will be a number of questions relating to the post on the application form. It is essential that you complete the application questions, responding to each using examples of your skills, knowledge and experience. </strong></p>\n<p><strong>We will not accept applications where Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been used to assist with completing the competency questions or any part of the application form.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>This application process replaces a supporting statement.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Closing date for applications</strong>: 19 November 2024 (22:59)</p>\n<p><strong>Interview date</strong>: TBC</p>\n<p>We are also working towards our vision, which is to be a place for everyone; where residents and staff can be proud; a place that celebrates diversity and where everyone can feel valued, included and involved. 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If you are thinking about applying for a job, please contact the Hackney Works team to find out what support is available:<a href=\"mailto:hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk\">hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>Disclaimers apply, for full details see: <a href=\"https://hackney.gov.uk/email-disclaimer\" target=\"_blank\">https://hackney.gov.uk/email-disclaimer</a></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":" £37,575 - £38,769","publishDate":"2024-10-29T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-19T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/8c68ec59-9bbc-435b-9a7d-1cc114d27b3a.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"193f33fd-92a0-47a5-9032-1d58c5041a53","title":"Service Charge Financial Coordinator","employer":"London Borough of Hackney","department":"","location":"Hackney","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Join Our Team as a Service Charge Financial Coordinator!</strong></p>\n<p>Hackney Council is on the lookout for a dedicated and detail-oriented Service Charge Financial Coordinator to enhance our Service Charge Team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for calculating service charges, reserve funds, shared ownership rent, and ground rent, ensuring high-quality customer service for our residents.</p>\n<p>You will collaborate closely with the Service Charge Team Leader and Manager to produce accurate estimated and actual invoices in line with legislation and local policies. Maintaining and managing the service charge database will be essential, as will ensuring accurate financial records and documentation. Your role will also involve supporting payment functions within the team, handling creditor payments, and overseeing mortgage account activities. </p>\n<p>Additionally, you will prepare performance reports and engage in budget monitoring to ensure effective financial management. Liaising with auditors and regulatory bodies to maintain best practices in service charge accounting will be an important aspect of your responsibilities.</p>\n<p>We are looking for candidates with extensive experience in leasehold management and financial administration, as well as a strong understanding of S20 consultation processes and their implications on service charges. You should be proficient in financial principles and able to perform accurate calculations, with excellent analytical skills and a high level of attention to detail. Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets, are also essential.</p>\n<p>There is no better place to work in London than Hackney; we have great pride in our borough, our communities, and our services. Hackney is one of London’s most vibrant and diverse boroughs. 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It is essential that you complete the application questions, responding to each using examples of your skills, knowledge and experience. </strong></p>\n<p><strong>We will not accept applications where Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been used to assist with completing the competency questions or any part of the application form.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>This application process replaces a supporting statement.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Closing date for applications</strong>: 19 November 2024 (22:59)</p>\n<p><strong>Interview date</strong>: TBC</p>\n<p>We are also working towards our vision, which is to be a place for everyone; where residents and staff can be proud; a place that celebrates diversity and where everyone can feel valued, included and involved. 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Be part of a confident and connected borough that values its unique blend of vibrant city life, stunning coastline, and renowned green spaces.</p>\n<p>As an internationally recognized authority for our commitment to sustainability and natural beauty, Sefton boasts a rich history of partnership working, place leadership, and a dedicated workforce. Our resilience and adaptability set us up for success in tackling future challenges and seizing exciting opportunities.</p>\n<p><strong>Role Overview</strong>: We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our Internal Audit team as a Principal Auditor. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering a diverse range of audit assignments.</p>\n<p>Key Candidate Attributes:</p>\n<p>Extensive experience in Internal Audit, with a proven track record of managing varied audits</p>\n<p>Relevant professional qualification(s)</p>\n<p>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</p>\n<p>Innovative thinker capable of providing practical solutions to clients</p>\n<p>Self-motivated, driven, and hardworking</p>\n<p>High degree of ethical integrity and personal resilience</p>\n<p>Our Internal Audit Team offers assurance on risk, governance, and control systems to Sefton Council.</p>\n<p>Work Schedule: Full-time, 36 hours per week</p>\n<p>Generous leave: 28 days per annum, increasing to 33 days after 5 years of service</p>\n<p>Join us in shaping the future of Sefton and contribute to the ongoing success of our thriving borough. 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This role will support the Director of Finance, Executive Principal and Heads of School in all aspects of financial processes. The successful candidate will have a positive and flexible approach while managing a diverse and demanding workload and be highly motivated, enthusiastic, analytical and innovative. This role provides the opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking school, a friendly, supportive and talented staff team, committed to providing an excellent education for every student.</p>\n<p>The role will ensure processes are as efficient as possible and that management reporting is delivered on a timely basis to enable effective decision making at all levels of the Trust. The Finance Manager will be responsible for the day to day line management of a team of two Finance Officers across both schools. The role will also require interaction with the senior leadership team.</p>\n<p><strong>Benefits</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Pension scheme (LGPS)</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme</li>\n<li>Free refreshments</li>\n<li>Free onsite parking</li>\n<li>Individual performance development plans for career development and lifelong learning</li>\n<li>Free eye test</li>\n</ul>\n<p>The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to show they share this commitment; an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service certificate will be requested for the successful candidate in accordance with the relevant legislation. </p>\n<p>Early applications are welcome. 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We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.</p>\n<p><strong>Employer Compliance and Governance Team Leader</strong></p>\n<p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p>\n<p>We are looking to appoint an Employer Compliance & Governance Team Leader based in Liverpool City Centre at Merseyside Pension Fund, part of the Local Government Pension Scheme.</p>\n<p>Support the Employer Compliance & Membership Managers to ensure compliance with the statutory requirements of the multifaceted LGPS Regulations, industry wide Pensions Law, HMRC allowances and The Pension Regulator.</p>\n<p>Responsible for the application of statutory requirements under current and legacy pension scheme regulations along with the monitoring of employer performance against service standards and the Pensions Administration Strategy particularly.</p>\n<p>Develop and deliver a high-quality governance model focusing on the application of Fair Deal requirements in accordance with TUPE and compliance with best practice guidance to mitigate the risk of pension scams and poor member outcomes. </p>\n<p>Support the Employer Compliance Managers in meeting the Government’s plan for the full academisation of schools and continual review of practice and policy decisions in regard the education sector. </p>\n<p><strong>About the candidate:</strong></p>\n<p>You will be responsible for managing a team within the Pension Administration Section to achieve compliance with legislative requirements ensuring high standards through efficient use of business processes to meet both statutory and internal targets</p>\n<p>Candidates must have a diploma or Foundation Degree in Pensions Administration and Management or ability to demonstrate substantial experience which supports the needs of the post</p>\n<p>This is a great opportunity to join our team and be part of our ambitious journey at Merseyside Pension Fund.</p>\n<p><strong>Interviews to be held week commencing 25<sup>th</sup> November 2024.</strong></p>\n<p>For more information or an informal discussion regarding this vacancy, please contact Paula Heaton on email <a href=\"mailto:paulaheaton@wirral.gov.uk\">paulaheaton@wirral.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>If you are a Wirral resident, are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team on <a href=\"mailto:info@involvenorthwest.org.uk\">info@involvenorthwest.org.uk</a> or contact 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.</p>\n<p>If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress, and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk\">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><strong>Working at Wirral</strong></p>\n<p>You’ll also want to know what it’s like to work here so, as a start:</p>\n<p>Our values are more than just pieces of paper on our walls! We’ve all played a role in developing these, so they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do, what matters to us, what inspires us and inform how we think, approach things, and behave.</p>\n<p>We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff wellbeing is a priority for us. We’re serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You’ll benefit from our track record of developing, growing, and investing in our people.</p>\n<p>We have a range of staff benefits including staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme which includes a generous employer contribution rate, immediate life cover and ill-health protection. We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays.</p>\n<p>We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities.</p>\n<p>Each voice is heard, each contribution valued. We embrace diversity in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions differences and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.</p>\n<p>We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. If you’d like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier-free and as accessible as possible, please contact <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk\">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><sup><em>Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies.</em></sup></p>\n<p><sup><em>It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances.</em></sup></p>\n<p><sup><em>Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date.</em></sup></p>\n<p><sup><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications.</em></sup></p>\n<p><sup><em>Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration. Forms received via the post will not be processed.</em></sup></p>\n<p><sup><em>All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK. Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the Jobs page.</em></sup></p>\n<p><sup><em>The job description and other supporting documents will not be accessible once the vacancy closing date has passed so if a copy is required you should download it now.</em></sup></p>\n<p><sup><em>We do not accept applications or CV’s from recruitment agencies, unless otherwise stated. Therefore, any candidates submitted via a recruitment agency will not be considered for this role.</em></sup></p>\n<p><sup><em> </em></sup></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£43,693 to £46,731 plus benefits.","publishDate":"2024-10-25T14:10:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-17T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/ab662556-cc3d-407e-a7fa-b22d5db32179.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"46c74a54-15f4-4771-8930-f149abcb8b05","title":"Financial Transactions Supervisor (Systems)","employer":"St Albans City & District Council","department":"","location":"St Albans City & District Council","locationType":2,"description":"<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Job Title: Financial Transactions Supervisor</span></strong><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">£36,434 to £39,875 inclusive </span></strong><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">annual salary + up to 19.7 percent employer pension contribution. </span></strong><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Permanent, full-time (37 hours per week) </span></strong><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Flexible working options (including hybrid)</span></strong><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Job Ref: P2297</span></strong><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">About the role</span></strong><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">St Albans City and District Council is seeking a skilled Financial Transactions Supervisor to oversee accounts payable, receivable, and cash handling operations. You will supervise a small team, ensuring accurate and timely financial transactions and reconciliations. Key responsibilities include monitoring regulatory compliance, guiding team members, and improving procedures. Strong technical knowledge of financial systems, leadership experience, and the ability to interpret financial regulations are essential. </span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">About you</span></strong><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">You are a confident leader with a strong understanding of financial systems and practices. Your attention to detail ensures accuracy in financial transactions, and you’re skilled in reconciliations and compliance with regulations like VAT and financial legislation. You’re highly organised, able to manage multiple tasks, and support your team effectively, offering guidance and training where needed. Excellent problem-solving skills help you address complex financial issues, and you’re comfortable working with large data sets, using Excel to analyse and present financial information. Your communication and interpersonal skills enable you to work well with both financial and non-financial colleagues.</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Whilst Local Government/Public Sector experience is desirable, this is not essential. You will be receiving support, training, and guidance to ensure that you settle in your role. </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">If you are enthusiastic, pro-active, proficient in using Excel, with strong attention to detail, with strong organisational and communication skills and if you are ready for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you!</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Our team is friendly, and we work well together. Our office is based in St. Albans city centre, great location with excellent transport links, car park available and a short walk from the train station. It is </span><a href=\"https://www.enjoystalbans.com/\"><span class=\"customHTML\">a great place to live and work</span></a><span class=\"customHTML\">.</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">In addition to working within a great team and a comprehensive salary you will have access to:</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">28.5 days basic annual leave (increasing with service) + bank holidays.</span><em class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> P</span></em><em class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">lease note: annual leave will be pro-rated for anyone who does not have a standard full-</span></em> <em class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">time pattern of 37 hours over 5 days, e.g. part-timers</span></em><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">Local Government Pension Scheme with current employer contribution up to 19.7 percent employer contributions </span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">Flexible working options </span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">Staff Parking Permit</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">Reimbursement of professional fees</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">Comprehensive development and training</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<span class=\"customHTML\">Access to discounts and benefits via online platform </span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Additional Information</span></strong><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Disability Confident</span></strong><span class=\"customHTML\"> <br class=\"customHTML\"></span><span class=\"customHTML\">We are proud to be a </span><a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/disability-confident-guidance-for-levels-1-2-and-3/level-2-disability-confident-employer\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Disability Confident employer</span></a><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span><span class=\"customHTML\">and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets all the essential criteria for the post.</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Safeguarding</span></strong><span class=\"customHTML\"> <br class=\"customHTML\"></span><span class=\"customHTML\">This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Check.</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">English Fluency</span></strong><span class=\"customHTML\"> <br class=\"customHTML\"></span><span class=\"customHTML\">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 </span><span class=\"customHTML\">fluency will be required). </span><a href=\"https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/573013/english_language_requirement_public_sector_workers_code_of_practice_2016.pdf\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.</span></a><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">\n<strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">A minimum of AAT Level 3 is required. </span></strong><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">For an informal discussion, please contact</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> Severin Pischl, Finance Manager – 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The person specification sets out the criteria we use to assess applicants. The Council reserves the right to reject applicants at the shortlisting stage, where the application process has not been completed correctly. </span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">For full details and to learn more about us visit </span><a href=\"https://www.stalbans.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Jobs and Careers</span></a><span class=\"customHTML\"> or email </span><a href=\"mailto:recruitment@stalbans.gov.uk\"><span class=\"customHTML\">recruitment@stalbans.gov.uk</span></a><span class=\"customHTML\"> or telephone (01727) 819251 stating your details and the post reference number.</span><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Closing date for applications: </span><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">6 November 2024</span></strong><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">Interviews are scheduled for w/c: </span><strong class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">As soon as possible</span></strong><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\"><em class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">NOTE:</span></em></strong><em class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"> Interviews are conducted throughout the application process. We reserve the right to close the vacancy at an earlier date and we strongly encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.</span></em><span class=\"customHTML\"> </span></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£36,434 to £39,875 inclusive annual salary + up to 19.7 percent employer pension contribution.","publishDate":"2024-10-25T11:19:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-06T12:19:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/3bcb5f8d-1f5c-4ed0-95f9-d67b18e8380b.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"de40c1fe-b732-405a-a0e5-b0a1f0c537bf","title":"Finance Assistant","employer":"Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council","department":"Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council Schools","location":"The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Overall Responsibilities </strong></p>\n<p>Working as part of the Finance team, supporting the Business Manager to ensure the school meets its financial regulations. 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If you're ready to take on the challenge and make a real impact, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our website <a href=\"http://www.welhat.gov.uk\">www.welhat.gov.uk</a> for further details and to apply online. If you would like to speak to someone about the role, please contact Richard Baker (r.baker@welhat.gov.uk). </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Allowance of £200 per meeting attended","publishDate":"2024-10-24T14:44:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-24T23:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/366d908c-57d6-439f-862e-9fb92304706f.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"645f014e-c207-472a-981e-7dd9c6137215","title":"Director of Finance (s151)","employer":"Folkestone & Hythe District Council","department":"","location":"Civic Centre, Castle Hill Avenue, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 2QY / Flexible","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Are you an exceptional Director of Finance (s151)?</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Up to £120,000 per annum (plus additional £6,000 car allowance)</strong></p>\n<p>Folkestone was recently crowned by the Sunday Times as the best place to live in the South East. This reflects the Council’s continuing drive to deliver culture-led regeneration and its commitment to creating a quality place where communities feel safe and are proud to both live and work.</p>\n<p>This is a fantastic opportunity to join an ambitious leadership team and to play a significant role shaping the future of the district. Reporting into the Chief Executive, you will have a pivotal role in delivering the corporate plan and playing an instrumental part in the success of the council-owned Garden Town at Otterpool Park. If you are an experienced senior finance professional, with a keen interest in property development who shares our passion for creating new places and delivering excellence for our communities, then we want to hear from you.</p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Helen Sawbridge or Ben Cox on 0121 592 2165. For further information and to apply, please click on <a href=\"http://www.faerfield.co.uk/folkestoneandhythe\">www.faerfield.co.uk/folkestoneandhythe</a></p>\n<p><strong>The closing date for completed applications is 23:59hrs on 15th November 2024.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview date: 11th December 2024.</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Up to £120,000 per annum (plus additional £6,000 car allowance)","publishDate":"2024-10-24T09:09:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-15T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/9cc49b61-3e9b-406f-86c6-a0d72c3c12a5.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"8657514d-e946-409f-92cf-50a5983b93bc","title":"Service Manager Adult Access","employer":"Liverpool City Council","department":"","location":"Liverpool City Wide","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>A bit about us</strong><strong>:</strong></p>\n<p>Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place. We've got ambitious targets to meet by 2025 and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities. Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do.<strong> </strong><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.</strong><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, affordable housing, stunning waterfront and our beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone! </p>\n<p>Adult Access is the front door of Adult Social Care in Liverpool. Adult Access is a dynamic service that enables better outcomes for people, through strength based approach. In Adult Access we work with all stakeholders to provide information, advice and guidance through person centred working to enable people to regain and maintain dependence.</p>\n<p>We are seeking an experienced Service Manager to continue to drive effective service delivery, outcomes and promote wellbeing of people. </p>\n<p><strong>The Role</strong><strong>: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Leading and ensuring effective service delivery, building on relationships with internal and external partners to enable better outcomes for people</li>\n<li>Be responsible for the operational leaderships and management, and for the quality of care and support delivered</li>\n<li>Embedding strength-based practice and Care Act 2014 duties to prevent, reduce, and delay needs with every contact</li>\n<li>Provide leadership to all social care and allied health professional staff, working to high professional and managerial standards and enabling staff and teams to function effectively, to their greatest potential and in line with local priorities and the City Plan</li>\n<li>Provide effective reablement and strength-based services that focus on improving the outcomes of people and optimising the value of care</li>\n<li>Continue to develop the service area, with a focus on budget sustainability, management and delivering highly performing services </li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Our offer to you</strong><strong>:</strong> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>35 hour working week with hybrid working model</li>\n<li>At least 31 days holiday plus bank holidays rising to 35 plus bank holidays after 5 years service.- option to purchase further days</li>\n<li>Agile working - A “Flexibility First” approach to Agile working where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception.</li>\n<li>Part of the Local Government Pension scheme – option to join the AVC scheme</li>\n<li>Progression - opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li>\n<li>Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee assistance programme</li>\n<li>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes </li>\n<li>Drive Time – a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li>\n<li>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave </li>\n<li>Discounted Gym Memberships </li>\n<li>Employee Volunteering Scheme </li>\n<li>Medicash </li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Next steps:</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date is:</strong> Wednesday 13th November 2024</p>\n<p>If you would like to talk to a member of the team about the role or have an informal discussion, please contact – Ifeyinwa Pearson on ifeyinwa@liverpool.gov.uk </p>\n<p>Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities. To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role. </p>\n<p>If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</p>\n<p>Although we advertise on Jobs go public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.</p>\n<p><strong>We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. 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We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.</strong></p>\n<p>We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, affordable housing, stunning waterfront and our beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!</p>\n<p><strong>The Role:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>As an accounts payable officer, you will work on Liverpool City Council’s finance system (SAP) to process purchase order invoices and non-order payments accurately to strict deadlines. You will support the P2P process by proactively identify and resolving statement reconciliation issues and queries whilst building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, both internal and externally.</li>\n<li>In the role of accounts payable officer you will be utilising and interrogate reports and workflows and be expected to champion customer service by providing a customer focused, business friendly service. </li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Our offer to you:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>At least 27 days holiday</strong> plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Agile working</strong> - A “Flexibility First” approach to Agile working where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Part of the Local Government Pension scheme</strong> – option to join the AVC scheme</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Progression</strong> - opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Health and Wellbeing</strong> - offer including Employee assistance programme</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Cycle to Work</strong> and <strong>Travel Pass</strong> Schemes </li>\n<li>\n<strong>Drive Time</strong> – a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Family friendly policies</strong> with enhanced leave </li>\n<li><strong>Discounted Gym Memberships </strong></li>\n<li>\n<strong>Employee Volunteering Scheme</strong> </li>\n<li>\n<strong>Medicash</strong> </li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Next steps:</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date for this role is:</strong> Thursday 7 November 2024</p>\n<p>If you would like to talk to a member of the team about the role or have an informal discussion, please contact Emma Cairns Accounts Payable Manger via email emma.cairns@liverpool.gov.uk</p>\n<p>Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities. To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role. </p>\n<p>If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</p>\n<p>Although we advertise on Jobs go public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. 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