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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 recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk so we can arrange an alternative application method. <br><br><strong>About the role:</strong> <br> <br>Waltham Forest is setting an ambitious vision for a changed borough by 2030 with the development of our new Corporate Plan; Mission Waltham Forest. The scale of inequality faced by our residents is all too often the barrier that holds people back from realising their ambitions. Local government is also facing unprecedented financial challenges. Mission Waltham Forest sets out how we will respond to these complex societal challenges whilst keeping a firm financial footing.<br> <br>To deliver on this ambitious agenda, we are mobilising a multi-year Transformation Programme. We must confront the pressing challenge of increasing demand and diminishing resources - to do this we will need to fundamentally change the way we work and set out a radical transition to delivering an outstanding experience for every resident that needs our help.<br> <br>We are seeking to recruit a dynamic and experienced Senior Project Manager to lead on the delivery of our transformative initiatives. In this role, you will:<br> <ul> <li>\n<strong>Drive Change:</strong> Spearhead the delivery of key transformation projects, ensuring high standards in project management, planning, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.</li> <li>\n<strong>Innovate:</strong> Apply your problem-solving skills and design thinking to tackle strategic priorities within a fast-paced and innovative environment.</li> <li>\n<strong>Collaborate:</strong> Build and sustain strong relationships with Council services, senior officers, elected members, and external partners to address the borough's most pressing challenges.</li> </ul><br><a href=\"https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/Role%20Profiles/JD_Senior_Project_Manager_Sept%2024%20%281%29.pdf\"><strong>>> Click here to download the Role Profile <<</strong> </a><br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><ul> <li>Lead and manage high-impact transformation projects, supporting the definition, design and delivery of complex programmes and using innovation and creativity to meet the needs of residents</li> <li>Apply creative problem-solving and design thinking approaches to overcome obstacles and drive successful outcomes.</li> <li>Develop comprehensive project plans, including resource allocation and risk management strategies.</li> <li>Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders to ensure alignment and support for strategic goals.</li> </ul><br><strong>Qualifications and Requirements:</strong><ul> <li>Proven experience in project management within complex and dynamic environments.</li> <li>Strong track record in managing stakeholder relationships and delivering strategic projects.</li> <li>Excellent problem-solving, design thinking, and communication skills.</li> <li>Ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting and deal with ambiguity.</li> <li>Educated to degree level or equivalent standard.</li> <li>Preferred: Recognised programme or project management accreditation - e.g. Agile, APM, Prince2, MSP etc.</li> </ul><br><strong>Terms and conditions:</strong><ul> <li>Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks</li> <li>Satisfactory declaration of interest</li> </ul><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 Pete Agnelli at <a href=\"mailto:Peter.Agnelli@walthamforest.gov.uk\">Peter.Agnelli@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 51,093.00 - 54,129.00 per year","publishDate":"2024-10-30T07:07:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-08T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/1545efb1-e61e-429f-864b-d7847056a023.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"c57ec60f-cc16-4e52-bcd6-e5a1713034d1","title":"Governance Support Assistant","employer":"London Borough Of Waltham Forest","department":"","location":"To be confirmed","locationType":3,"description":"<b>JOB DESCRIPTION</b><br><br> <strong>Organisation</strong>: London Borough of Waltham Forest<br> <br><strong>Directorate: </strong>Strategic Partnerships Unit<br><br><strong>Grade: </strong>SO1<br> <br><strong>Salary: </strong>£35,577 - £36,567<br> <br><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Full-time, temporary fixed term for 1 year <br> <br><strong>Working hours per week: </strong>36<br> <br><strong>Application Deadline:</strong> 10/11/2024 @11.59pm<br><br><strong>Proposed Interview Date(s): </strong>Week commencing TBC<br> <br><strong>Reference:</strong>1365<br><br><strong>About Us:</strong> <br><br>Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work. <br><br>We are a highly ambitious borough. 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><strong>About the role:</strong> <br><br>The Strategic Partnerships Unit is responsible for managing four statutory Strategic Partnership Boards and associated workstreams (Safeguarding Children Board, Safeguarding Adults Board, Health & Wellbeing Board and SafetyNet - our Community Safety Partnership). The Governance Support Assistant will play a crucial role in helping with the coordination and discharging of the Partnership Boards' statutory functions. Duties will include maintaining the mailing list, organising meetings, accurately recording partnership discussions and supporting with events. <br> <br>As Governance Support Assistant you will have a crucial role within the Strategic Partnerships Unit, helping with the management and coordination of a range of partnership activity and communication. <br> <br>You will need to be very organised and able to make effective use of relevant IT systems and Office 360 packages such as Microsoft Excel and Word. You will work well in a team and ideally you would previously have worked with senior officers. You'll be adaptable and resilient in order to manage multiple tasks and work in a fast paced environment where there are often many deadlines and changing priorities. <br> <br>We are a small, diverse and friendly team based in the Town Hall at Fellowship Square in Walthamstow.<br><br><a href=\"https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/Role%20Profiles/SO1_Governance%20Support%20Assistant%201.pdf\"><strong>>> Click here to download the Role Profile <<</strong></a> <br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong> <br><br><ul> <li>Effectively manage the Strategic Partnerships Unit inbox and calendar, including the mailing and distribution list</li> <li>Support the wider team with effectively discharging the functions of the Strategic Partnership Boards </li> <li>Assist with the organisation and coordination of meetings and events </li> </ul><br><strong>Qualifications and Requirements:</strong> <br><br><ul> <li>Excellent organisational skills </li> <li>Experience of managing complex inboxes and developing administrative systems as required</li> <li>Ability to use IT systems and Office 365 packages to produce high quality work </li> <li>Ability to work independently and take initiative </li> <li>Ability to work confidentially and deal with sensitive information </li> <li>Be adaptable and resilient in order to respond to changing work priorities </li> </ul><br><strong>Terms and conditions:</strong> <br><br>The below terms and conditions apply to this role: <br><br><ul> <li>Satisfactory employment references and identity checks</li> <li>Satisfactory declaration of interest</li> <li>This role is subject to safer recruitment practices as it involves work with children and/ or vulnerable adults</li> <li>Satisfactory DBS check</li> </ul><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 Zahra Jones at <a href=\"mailto:strategicpartnerships@walthamforest.gov.uk\">strategicpartnerships@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>The Council's preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk so we can arrange an alternative application method. <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":"£35,577 - £36,567","publishDate":"2024-10-30T07:07:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-10T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/1f32a680-dab9-4368-9e74-34a787d899c8.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"95229fc7-6b59-443d-8803-bef8a21607f3","title":"Programme Manager","employer":"London Borough Of Waltham Forest","department":"","location":"To be confirmed","locationType":3,"description":"<b>JOB DESCRIPTION</b><br><br> <b>Organisation</b>: London Borough of Waltham Forest<br> <br><b>Directorate: </b>Chief Executive<br> <br><b>Grade: </b>PO8<br><br><b>Salary: </b>£56,172 - £59,328 <br><br><b>Contract Type:</b> Full-time / Permanent<br> <br><b>Working hours per week: </b>36<br> <br><b>Weeks per year:</b> 52<br><br><b>Application Deadline:</b> 13/11/2024<br><br><b>Proposed Interview Date(s):</b> TBC<br><br><b>Reference:</b>1502<br><br><b>About Us:</b> <br><br>Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work. <br><br>We are a highly ambitious borough. 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><b>About the role:</b> <br><br>Waltham Forest is at the forefront of building stronger, more resilient communities through Welcome Hubs, a key part of our Stronger Communities transformation programme. We are seeking an experienced Programme Manager to lead the successful delivery of our Welcome Hubs, which reimagine how we use public buildings such as libraries to co-locate services. Welcome Hubs are a new model of service delivery that aim to provide timely relational and preventative interventions, act as vital community-led spaces, and provide residents with seamless access to the right advice and guidance at the right time.<br> <br>As the Programme Manager, you will oversee the development, coordination and implementation of the Welcome Hub model at sites across the borough as well as manage interrelated projects that form part of our broader strategy to increase resilience in our residents. You will work closely with council services, community groups, and volunteers to ensure these hubs are welcoming, integrated spaces where residents can access a range of services - from early help and adult learning to health and wellbeing support. <br><br><b>>> </b><a href=\"https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/Role%20Profiles/Programme%20Manager%20PO8.pdf\"><b>Click here to download the Role Profile </b></a><b><<</b> <br><br><b>Key Responsibilities:</b> <br><br><ul> <li>\n<b>Programme Leadership:</b> Manage the delivery of the Welcome Hubs programme, ensuring it meets strategic objectives, is delivered on time, within budget, and to the expected quality standards.</li> <li>\n<b>Collaboration and Stakeholder Management:</b> Build strong relationships with council departments and partners to drive integrated services and a coherent \"One Team\" approach across all hubs.</li> <li>\n<b>Data-driven Decision Making:</b> Use data and evaluation to inform the development and evolution of services within the hubs, ensuring they are flexible and responsive to the needs of residents and can show measurable outcomes and benefits.</li> <li>\n<b>Governance and Reporting:</b> Ensure effective governance, including risk management, and regularly report on progress, outcomes, and impacts to senior stakeholders.</li> <li>\n<b>Continuous Improvement:</b> Promote a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring that the Welcome Hubs adapt to emerging needs and challenges while delivering consistent, high-quality service. </li> </ul><br><b>Qualifications and Requirements:</b> <br><br><ul> <li>Proven experience managing large-scale programmes or projects, ideally within local government, community development, or health sectors.</li> <li>Strong leadership skills with experience managing cross-functional teams, external partners, and stakeholders.</li> <li>Ability to manage complex, multi-disciplinary programmes and deliver against tight timelines and competing priorities.</li> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage a wide range of stakeholders, from senior council members to community volunteers.</li> <li>A proactive, data-driven approach to decision-making, with a focus on delivering measurable outcomes and benefits.</li> <li>Experience in implementing co-located service models or integrated service delivery in community settings is desirable. </li> </ul><br><b>Terms and conditions:</b> <br><br><ul> <li>Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks; </li> <li>Satisfactory declaration of interest; </li> </ul><br><b>How to Apply:</b> <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><b>Equal Opportunity Employer:</b> <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><b>Contact Information:</b> <br><br>If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Louise Sutherland, Head of Place Transformation, Louise.sutherland@walthamforest.gov.uk<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>The Council's preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk so we can arrange an alternative application method. <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":"£56,172 - £59,328","publishDate":"2024-10-30T07:07:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-13T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/c320a771-e0f2-4753-873a-71cedf78df1f.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"a2d808a4-e6a8-4242-96b9-f7731b60c22a","title":"Planning Technician","employer":"London Borough Of Waltham Forest","department":"","location":"To be confirmed","locationType":3,"description":"<b>JOB DESCRIPTION</b><br><br> <strong>Organisation</strong>: London Borough of Waltham Forest<br> <br><strong>Directorate:</strong> Place<br> <br><strong>Grade: </strong>SO1<br><br><strong>Salary: </strong>£35,577 - £36,567 pa<br> <br><strong>Retention Bonus/ Market Supplement: </strong>N/a<br> <br><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Full-time / Permanent<br> <br><strong>Working hours per week: 36</strong><br> <br><strong>Weeks per year:</strong> 52<br><br><strong>Application Deadline:</strong> 08/11/2024<br><br><strong>Proposed Interview Date(s): </strong>TBC<br><br><strong>Reference:</strong>1439<br><br><strong>About Us:</strong> <br><br>Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work. <br><br>We are a highly ambitious borough. 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><strong>About the role:</strong> <br> <br>We are looking for Planning Technicians to join our Fast Track and Delivery Team who are based in Fellowship Square, Town Hall Campus. We are looking for individuals who may be currently studying for a Planning Master's Degree part-time only, or recent graduates with Town Planning as their first degree or a related discipline, looking to develop their planning career. <br><br>Manage applications through the validation and statutory consultation process. Manage assigned cases through the planning appeals process. Manage a caseload of household and simple minor and other applications. Take responsibility for meeting government and corporate performance standards as applies to their caseload.<br><br><a href=\"https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/Role%20Profiles/RP%20-%20Planning%20Technician%20SO1.pdf\"><strong>>> Click here to download the Role Profile <<</strong> </a><br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong> <br><br><ul> <li>Work to detailed procedures and be able to deal with simple day-today problems at the appropriate level without referring to others.</li> <li>Make recommendations and provide planning advice for householder and simple minor and other applications based on Council and legislative policies and procedures.</li> <li>Work to senior officer/Team Leader direction, within a policy framework and regulatory guidelines, applying knowledge of systems, procedures and best practice to ensure<br>performance standards are met within a framework of policy and legislation.</li> <li>Deal with people confidently, sensitively and diplomatically.</li> <li>Supervisory Responsibilities: None </li> </ul><br><strong>Qualifications and Requirements:</strong> <br><br><ul> <li>A basic understanding of town planning and the role of development management </li> <li>A basic understanding of how services are provided in a Local Government context and political awareness about the issues facing local government<br> </li> </ul>Indicative Qualifications<br> <ul> <li>Degree in a relevant subject </li> <li>Alternatively, working towards a degree in a relevant subject or a relevant professional</li> <li>Qualification or extensive experience within a development management service.</li> </ul><br><strong>Terms and conditions:</strong> <br><br>The below terms and conditions apply to this role: <br><br><ul> <li>Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks; </li> <li>Satisfactory declaration of interest; </li> </ul><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 Unwana Essien, Fast Track and Delivery Planning Manager at unwana.essien@walthamforest.gov.uk or 0208 496 6709. <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>The Council's preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk so we can arrange an alternative application method. <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":"£35,577 - £36,567 pa","publishDate":"2024-10-30T06:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-08T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/0db60d84-22ba-46c4-a29b-987ea3e9e93b.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f712d9ad-b8b6-482b-8e60-1be5939a141f","title":"Short Breaks Support Worker (Unqualified, Part Time 5 Hours Per Week)","employer":"Liverpool City Council","department":"","location":"City Wide","locationType":3,"description":"<h2>Job introduction</h2><p><strong>Job title: </strong>Short Breaks Support Worker (Unqualified, Part Time, 5 Hours Per week)</p><p><strong>Salary: </strong>£22,737 - £23,500 pro rata</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Croxteth Children’s Centre </p><p><strong>A bit about us:</strong></p><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><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> </p><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! <strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Role: </strong><strong> </strong></p><ul>\n<li>The role is based at Croxteth Children's Centre, supporting disabled children who access our short break service to play.</li>\n<li>We are Ofsted registered and all children who attend , have fun and enjoy and achieve.</li>\n<li>We provide paid training for all staff in First Aid, epilepsy, moving and handling, food hygiene and TEAM TEACH which is a positive behaviour management intervention.</li>\n<li>The commitment is 1 evening and a weekend session.</li>\n<li>Additional hours are offered during school holidays and our sessions run 9.15am till 2.30pm through all school holidays.</li>\n<li>We also run Friendship Groups in the community for the more able children who have staff support to access bowling, cinema etc, to develop their independence.</li>\n</ul><p><strong><span>Our offer to you:</span></strong></p><ul>\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><strong>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes </strong></li>\n<li>\n<strong>Drive Time</strong> – a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave </strong> </li>\n<li><strong>Discounted Gym Memberships </strong></li>\n<li><strong>Employee Volunteering Scheme </strong></li>\n<li><strong>Medicash </strong></li>\n</ul><p><strong>Next steps:</strong></p><p><strong>Closing Date is:</strong> Tuesday 12th November<span> 2024</span></p><p>If you would like to talk to a member of the team about the role or have an informal discussion, please contact –<strong> </strong> Carol See on carol.see@liverpool.gov.uk </p><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><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><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><p><strong>We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. 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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></span></p><p><span><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></span></p><p><span>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! </span></p><p><span><strong>The Role: </strong></span></p><ul>\n<li>The role is based at Croxteth Children's Centre, supporting disabled children who access our short break service to play.</li>\n<li>We are Ofsted registered and all children who attend , have fun and enjoy and achieve.</li>\n<li>We provide paid training for all staff in First Aid, epilepsy, moving and handling, food hygiene and TEAM TEACH which is a positive behaviour management intervention.</li>\n<li>The commitment is 1 evening and a weekend session.</li>\n<li>Additional hours are offered during school holidays and our sessions run 9.15am till 2.30pm through all school holidays.</li>\n<li>We also run Friendship Groups in the community for the more able children who have staff support to access bowling, cinema etc, to develop their independence<strong>.</strong>\n</li>\n</ul><p><span><strong>Our offer to you:</strong></span></p><ul>\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><strong>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes </strong></li>\n<li>\n<strong>Drive Time</strong> – a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave </strong> </li>\n<li><strong>Discounted Gym Memberships </strong></li>\n<li><strong>Employee Volunteering Scheme </strong></li>\n<li><strong>Medicash </strong></li>\n</ul><p><span><strong>Next steps:</strong></span></p><p><span><strong>Closing Date is:</strong> Tuesday 12th November 2024</span></p><p><span>If you would like to talk to a member of the team about the role or have an informal discussion, please contact –<strong> </strong> Carol See on carol.see@liverpool.gov.uk</span></p><p><span>Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve. 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You will be a team player and excellent communicator. </p>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<p>Regulatory Consumer Standards and the Housing Ombudsman Complaint Handling Code have been strengthened, so the role would suit someone who:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>cares about further improving the Council’s Housing services - but you don’t need to have worked in Housing before</li>\n<li>has excellent written, oral and digital communication skills, able to produce reports, policies and procedures</li>\n<li>prides themselves on their accuracy and attention to detail</li>\n<li>has good interpersonal skills</li>\n<li>has experience of developing positive relationships while working collaboratively across busy teams and projects.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>About Runnymede</strong></p>\n<p>Runnymede is an ambitious, passionate, and progressive council with a forward- thinking attitude and award-winning departments. 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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. </p>\n<p><strong>Benefits</strong><em> </em></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hybrid working 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home</li>\n<li>Flexible working 7am-7pm (Core hours are 10-11.30am & 2.30pm-4pm) and Flexi-leave</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 Advanced 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<p><strong>How to apply</strong></p>\n<p>Please apply online at www.surreyjobs.info. Full information, including the Job Description, Person Specification and other details about Runnymede Borough Council, is available in the Extra Information attachment on the website.</p>\n<p>Please include within your application:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>why you would like this opportunity</li>\n<li>what you could bring to the role</li>\n<li>examples of how you meet the requirements in the person specification.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We welcome applications from all sections of the community. Please provide an email address where possible as you will be contacted by email if you are selected to attend for an interview.</p>\n<p>We 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. Email: humanresources@runnymede.gov.uk Telephone: 01932 425527.</p>\n<p>For an informal chat about this role please contact Angela Horsey, Housing Business Development and Policy Manager by emailing angela.horsey@runnymede.gov.uk</p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: Monday 4th November 2024 at 23.59pm</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview Date(s): Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed on Tuesday 12th November 2024 </strong><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>If 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.</p>\n<p><em>Runnymede 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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The role will also be responsible for the Spelthorne Jobs & Skills Hub, assist in managing the Spelthorne Innovation Centre, managing events such as the Spelthorne Business Awards, business liaison, and promoting our borough, supporting our towns, business investments and start-ups. It will also be the wider Economic Development team’s lead for identifying, maintaining and analysing datasets and evidence to shape the wider team’s work and measure its impact. A central part of the role will be acting as the Economic Development team’s lead on providing reports, collating succinct briefing and speaking notes for politicians.<br><br>Our mission is to be the best council, putting our residents at the heart of everything we do. To do this we need the best people to help build our vision. If you’re looking to develop your career in a fast-paced, professional environment whilst making a difference, then we look forward to hearing from you.<br><br>This post is identified as a hybrid post supporting both office and home working in line with Spelthorne Borough Council’s policy. The post holder will be required to attend the office in line with a rota and any service requirements.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Spelthorne Borough Council use the Microsoft Authenticator app as a secure way of accessing our network. Successful candidates will be required to use their own mobile device to download and use Authenticator.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Chris Norrington on 01784 446 208 or </strong><a href=\"mailto:c.norrington@spelthorne.gov.uk\"><strong>c.norrington@spelthorne.gov.uk</strong></a></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<h4><strong>Closing date: Sunday 24 November 2024 (23:59)</strong></h4>\n<p><strong>Interview date: Weeks commencing 2 and 9 December.</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>For full information and to apply online, go to <a href=\"http://www.surreyjobs.info\">www.surreyjobs.info</a> or <a href=\"http://www.spelthorne.gov.uk/jobs\">www.spelthorne.gov.uk/jobs</a> alternatively, please contact Recruitment Services on (<strong>01784 444263</strong> (24hr answer phone) <strong>quoting reference number 1221.</strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>Unfortunately, we are unable to reply to all candidates. 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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. </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></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 the Procurement Buying Service Manager you will be leading a small procurement team with the aim of Identifying and establishing relationships with suppliers or vendors who can provide the required goods or services for low-value procurements.</li>\n<li>Procurement Buying Service Manager will be maintaining cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards.</li>\n<li>In the role as a Procurement Buying Service Manager, you’ll be ensuring that all procurement activities comply with relevant legal frameworks, procurement strategy, relevant policy and Liverpool City Council Contract Standing Orders.</li>\n<li>Our Procurement Buying Service Manager will be assessing and mitigating risks associated with low-value procurements.</li>\n<li>Within the role of Procurement Buying Service Manager you will be responsible for identifying opportunities to streamline and improve the efficiency of the procurement process for lower value purchases.</li>\n<li>Procurement Buying Service Manager are responsible for supporting the development of local supply chains including SME’s and VCSE sector.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Our offer to you:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays</strong> 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> Friday 8th 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 Trevor Ingham Head of Commercial Procurement Unit via email trevor.ingham@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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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. </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></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>As part of our drive towards a new Target Operating Model for procurement across the Authority we have introduced a new team that will be responsible for procurement related policy and also enabling procurement and contract performance. The role of Procurement Systems & Data Manager will support procurement performance across the Authority by analysing data, delivering intelligence and creating reports that help us to monitor and improve delivery. This is a real opportunity for somebody to join us and put their own ideas into how we develop those crucial themes as this team develops moving forward. </p>\n<p>Whilst experience of working in a policy or performance related role would be great, above all else we are looking for high quality individuals with a desire to make a difference.</p>\n<p><strong>What will I be doing? </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>The<strong> </strong>Procurement Systems & Data Manager will partner with key procurement business partners to determine business needs and provide meaningful data to inform procurement decisions.</li>\n<li>Within the role as a Procurement Systems & Data Manager you’ll assist in the development of innovative procurement and category management strategies, policies and process.</li>\n<li>The Procurement Systems & Data Manager will identify and utilise the most appropriate analytical tools, techniques and systems to analyse and interpret a wide range of supplier and organisational information.</li>\n<li>As the Procurement Systems & Data Manager you will be responsible for developing reports, forecasts and advice to inform and support procurement planning and decision making.</li>\n<li>As part of your role as a Procurement Systems & Data Manager you will develop, assess and provide reports for the effective management of contract and supplier performance and to report on the benefits being delivered.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Our offer to you:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>35 hour working week with hybrid working model</strong></li>\n<li>\n<strong>At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays</strong> 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> Friday 8th 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 Trevor Ingham Head of Procurement & Contracts via email <a href=\"mailto:trevor.ingham@liverpool.gov.uk\">trevor.ingham@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.</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. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£48,474 - £53,577 per annum","publishDate":"2024-10-23T12:26:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-08T12:56:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/71b849f6-4134-4cb0-ba48-f6354ffbdbec.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"bcb7071c-9858-42b0-8b06-50c717814e88","title":"Procurement Administrator","employer":"Liverpool City Council","department":"","location":"Cunard Building, Water Street, Liverpool L3 1AH","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>A bit about us:</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. </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></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>In the role a Procurement Administrator you will need to have worked or understand procurement systems as this will be a fundamental part of your role</li>\n<li>As a Procurement Administrator you will support Senior Procurement Business partners and Procurement Business Partners within the team to manage designated spend areas providing advice, insight and challenge</li>\n<li>Day to day to Procurement Administrator will manage emails inboxes responding to order related queries</li>\n<li>Our Procurement Administrator will issue new vendor set up forms to suppliers that are new to the authority and forward onto Vendor Processing Team</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Our offer to you:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>35 hour working week with hybrid working model</strong></li>\n<li>\n<strong>At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays</strong> 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> Friday 15 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 Trevor Ingham Head of Commercial Procurement Unit via email trevor.ingham@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. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£25,119 - £28,770 per annum","publishDate":"2024-10-23T11:50:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-08T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/7f15da74-6442-470b-ae24-cd6069b184b1.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"85d6500b-e2f5-4692-8bf4-8c0d88b2a7e2","title":"Accounts Payable Officer","employer":"Liverpool City Council","department":"","location":"Cunard Building, Water Street, Liverpool L3 1AH","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>A bit about us:</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. </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></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. 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 are about to launch our new Climate Change Strategy for 2023 to 2030 which sets out an ambitious programme of activities to continue our work to become carbon neutral in the forthcoming years. </p>\n<p>This is a fast paced, emerging area of work, and an interest in climate change would be beneficial to performing the role. The Assistant Climate Change Officer’s main focus will be supporting the Climate Change Officer by providing co-ordination, monitoring, research, and administrative functions for the delivery of the council’s Climate Change Strategy.</p>\n<p>The duties involve a range of coordination functions to support effective programme management, working closely with services across the organisation and at all levels, supporting the delivery of carbon literacy training to employees and councillors, facilitating engagement activities, reviewing climate change impact assessments, and monitoring the delivery of the council’s Climate Change Strategy.</p>\n<p>The council is an excellent employer with rewarding conditions of service which include generous leave entitlement and sick pay, flexible and agile working, progressive HR policies, access to the local government pension scheme, discounted leisure membership and car parking.</p>\n<p>For an informal discussion on any aspect of the post please contact Katy Marshall, Policy and Partnerships Manager at <a href=\"mailto:katy.marshall@chesterfield.gov.uk\">katy.marshall@chesterfield.gov.uk</a>. Further information on this post is also available in the job description and person specification attached.</p>\n<p>Candidates must possess the necessary right to work authorisation to enable them to work for Chesterfield Borough Council. 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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. </p><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. 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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><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><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><p><strong>We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. 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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. </p><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></p><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><p><strong>The Role</strong><strong>: </strong></p><p>The Liverpool Safeguarding Children Partnership Board provide strategic leadership, direction and governance for the delivery of statutory and local requirements for the multi-agency safeguarding arrangements in Liverpool through equal and joint responsibility. <a href=\"https://liverpoolscp.org.uk/scp/about-us\">https://liverpoolscp.org.uk/scp/about-us</a> </p><ul>\n<li>The Administrator fully supports the management of the business function of the LSCB, working with key personnel towards the development and delivery of the LSCB business plan.</li>\n<li>As the Administrator your key responsibilities include high quality senior end-to-end administration in arranging and coordinating LSCP meetings, rapid review meetings and panel meetings, minute taking and liaising with partner agencies, working proactively and efficiently in line with critical timescales and procedures.</li>\n<li>In the role of Administrator, you will be an experienced administrator within a social care setting, with a good understanding of Safeguarding legislation and statutory frameworks, financial data management processes and procedures, with excellent communication skills working in a sensitive confidential manner.</li>\n<li>As our Administrator you will be a dynamic professional, with a positive ethos and a commitment to supporting children and young people. 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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><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><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><p><strong>We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. 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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. </p><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></p><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><p><strong><span>The Role:</span></strong></p><p><span>The Liverpool Safeguarding Children Partnership Board provide strategic leadership, direction and governance for the delivery of statutory and local requirements for the multi-agency safeguarding arrangements in Liverpool through equal and joint responsibility. <a href=\"https://liverpoolscp.org.uk/scp/about-us\">https://liverpoolscp.org.uk/scp/about-us</a> </span></p><ul>\n<li>The Intelligence Analyst is responsible to provide high quality information and intelligence data regarding Early Help and Children’s Social Care Services. They carry out in-depth research and analysis for the Liverpool Safeguarding Children’s Board (LSCB), in order to inform and influence decision making and help shape the strategic approach of the services, to promote the welfare of children and young people.</li>\n<li>The Intelligence Analyst will work closely with elected members, senior managers and partners to manage and understand performance, data trends in order to identify appropriate and timely inventions for improving practice and performance on a continuous basis.</li>\n<li>It is vital in this role that you have the proven experience in Children’s Social Care end to end business processes and relative ICT systems, with the strong technical understanding and knowledge of being able to collate and analyse management information and datasets within this service area.</li>\n</ul><p><span>You will have a collaborative solution-focused approach to strategic business processes and ICT solutions, whilst being able to effectively communicate and achieve engagement on all levels</span></p><p><strong>Our offer to you:</strong></p><ul>\n<li><strong>35 hour working week with hybrid working model</strong></li>\n<li>\n<strong>At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays</strong> 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><p><strong>Next steps:</strong></p><p><strong>Closing Date for this role is:</strong> Sunday 17th November 2024</p><p>If you would like to talk to a member of the team about the role or have an informal discussion, please contact Harriet Cadman, Children’s Services Recruitment & Retention Lead via email <a href=\"mailto:harriet.cadman@liverpool.gov.uk\">harriet.cadman@liverpool.gov.uk</a> </p><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><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><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><p><strong>We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.</strong></p><p>Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.</p><p><span><span class=\"fr-mk\"> </span><span class=\"fr-mk\"> </span></span></p><p><br></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£34,314- £38,626","publishDate":"2024-10-21T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-17T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/a1bb322a-b3ae-4566-9b03-b7acf0bbaaed.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"4258ce6f-448f-4c23-888e-26c8550731b9","title":"Contract & Procurement Officer","employer":"Lambeth Council","department":"","location":"6 Brixton Hill","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Contract and Procurement Officer</strong></p> <p><strong>PO2: Starting salary £41,967 rising in annual increment to £44,862 per annum incl LW</strong></p> <p><strong>Hybrid working</strong></p> <p><strong>About Us:</strong></p> <p>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 develop 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. </p> <p> </p><p><strong>About the Borough:</strong></p> <p>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. </p> <p>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.</p> <p><strong>About the Team:</strong></p> <p>You will be joining a highly skilled and passionate team that fosters personal and professional development, offering opportunities for mentoring, continued learning and career progression.</p> <p> Our team directly supports procurements across the housing directorate but equally interfaces with other directorates in a collaborative, open, and supportive environment. This is a challenging and exciting opportunity for a confident, driven individual seeking a role within Lambeth’s Commercial Services Team under the Housing Directorate.</p> <p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p> <p>The role is for a Contract and Procurement Officer who will assist with implementing procurement strategies on a range of projects and contracts of varying values. You will assist with ensuring best practice is adopted; and demonstrate an understanding of housing maintenance and the construction market. The role also involves the administration of procurement activity through a Dynamic Purchasing System (“DPS”) for Housing Services.</p> <p>The post holder will work under the direction of the Contract and Procurement Manager. You will ensure effective monitoring of contracts, monitor performance against service specification outcomes, maintain management information systems and assist with drafting regular reports, briefing notes and business cases as appropriate.</p> <p>Key responsibilities are as follows:</p> <ul>\n<li>To assist the Contract and Procurement Manager in delivering effective and transparent procurement for Housing, whilst delivering on best value.</li> <li>To liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that contracts are successfully mobilised, and that existing contracts are demobilised. Joint project planning with the business and corporate procurement.</li> <li>To contribute to the maintenance of the contract register and ensure that the Council’s electronic contract management system (“eCMS”) is kept up to date.</li> <li>Monitor company registration and financial risk on supplier vetting and accreditation systems. Evaluate and report impacts on changes of company composition and filed notices upon contracts and service delivery.</li> <li>Assist with periodic reviews of Housing contracts and scheduling annual performance reviews.</li> </ul> <p> </p><p><strong>To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence:</strong></p> <ul>\n<li>Knowledge of public procurement and project/contract management in relation to housing maintenance and construction services.</li> <li>Demonstrable understanding of Local Authority objectives specific to Housing and how these relate to and support other objectives </li> <li>Demonstrable track record of using IT to collect, collate and analyse data, to report performance and improve governance arrangements in an organisation.</li> <li>Ability to analyse business requirements, identify risks and prioritise actions.</li> <li>Experience of working in a team to attain objectives within the field of procurement or construction contracts.</li> <li>A relevant degree or professional qualification in law, the built environment or procurement and supply chain management with evidence of on-going professional development.</li> </ul> <p> </p><p>For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below:</p> <p><strong>Job Description and Person Specification</strong></p> <p> </p><p><strong>Contact Information:</strong></p> <p>For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Adelle Pobee at apobee@lambeth.gov.uk </p> <p><strong>How to Apply:</strong></p> <p>If you're interested in this opportunity, click on the apply button and submit a CV, along with your supporting statement. In your supporting statement, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an 'A' at shortlist stage. </p> <p><strong>We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement.</strong></p> <p> </p><p><strong>Recruitment Timelines:</strong></p> <p><strong>Advert close date: 11:59pm on Sunday 3 November 2024.</strong></p> <p>Interviews to be held week commencing Monday 11 November 2024.</p> <p> </p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p> <p>We believe in rewarding our staff. When you join us, you'll gain access to a range of benefits, including:</p> <ul>\n<li>Participation in our 5 Staff Networks: Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnic, LGBTQ+, Disability, Young Professionals, and Women's.</li> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days, increasing to up to 35 days depending on length of service.</li> <li>Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.</li> <li>Hybrid Working.</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme.</li> <li>Occupational Sick Pay based on length of service.</li> <li>Discounts at local restaurants.</li> <li>Discount at our Active Lambeth Gyms.</li> <li>Learning and Development opportunities, including Apprenticeships.</li> <li>Cycle to Work Scheme.</li> <li>Secure Bike Storage facilities at our Town Hall and Civic Centre.</li> <li>Trade Union Membership.</li> </ul> <p>At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. 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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 develop 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. </p> <p> </p><p><strong>About the Borough:</strong></p> <p>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. </p> <p>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.</p> <p><strong>About the Team:</strong></p> <p>We are looking for a skilled Contract and Procurement Manager to join our team. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a driven and proactive individual to manage and enhance the end-to-end procurement process, ensuring value for money, compliance, and efficiency in our contract management processes. </p> <p>As a Contract and Procurement Manager, you will lead procurement strategies, negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships to deliver value for money, mitigate risks, and ensure successful contract performance. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for procurement and contract management, who enjoys building relationships and optimizing processes and ultimately maximising value for money outcomes of procurements and contract management to enhance business outcomes.</p> <p>You will be joining a highly skilled and passionate team that fosters personal and professional development, offering opportunities for mentoring, continued learning and career progression.</p> <p> Our team directly supports procurements across the housing directorate but equally interfaces with other directorates in a collaborative, open, and supportive environment.</p> <p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p> <p>In this role you will support the procurement and delivery of contracts across the Housing Services directorate, procuring contracts for repairs and maintenance, major works, professional services, ICT systems and other contracts as required. </p> <p>Your role also involves managing procurements through Lambeth’s Dynamic Purchasing System (“DPS”), managing a range of housing contracts as well as working across departments and directorates to enforce robust governance, financial and operational processes are in place. </p> <p>Key responsibilities are as follows:</p> <ul>\n<li>To assist the Senior Contract and Procurement Manager in leading effective and transparent procurement for Housing, whilst delivering on best value. To manage and motivate a Contract and Procurement Officer – acting as a role model and undertaking all line management responsibilities. </li> <li>Implement and monitor procurement strategies to achieve cost savings and operational efficiency.</li> <li>Manage procurement projects through the Dynamic Purchasing System (“DPS”) for Resident Services and diversify the council’s supply chain partners. </li> <li>Maintain a contract management strategy for Housing Services that provides appropriate levels of governance and introduces key management controls.</li> <li>Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, ensuring terms are clear, enforceable, and deliver value for the organization.</li> <li>Monitor contract performance, ensuring service delivery, timelines, and quality standards are met.</li> <li>Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and external partners.</li> </ul> <p> </p><p><strong>To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence:</strong></p> <ul>\n<li>Knowledge of public procurement and project/contract management in relation to housing maintenance and construction services.</li> <li>Demonstrable understanding of the risks associated with large commercial contracts and appropriate mitigation measures.</li> <li>Successful track record of the procurement of construction/consultancy support contracts as well as track record of supplier and contract management within a public sector.</li> <li>Demonstrable track record of delivering value for money initiatives and realising cashable savings across a range of contracts and services.</li> <li>A relevant degree or professional qualification in law, the built environment or procurement and supply chain management with evidence of on-going professional development.</li> </ul> <p> </p><p>For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below:</p> <p> </p><p><strong>Job Description and Person Specification</strong></p> <p> </p><p><strong>How to Apply:</strong></p> <p>If you're interested in this opportunity, click on the apply button and submit a CV, along with your supporting statement. 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