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There is further opportunity to develop your skills in offering case consultation, supervision and working creatively in time limited child focused interventions aimed at preventing children from becoming LAC.</p>\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\n<p>In SISP your professional skills can be enhanced and developed whilst working as part of a highly motivated and supportive team where all contributions are valued, and supervision and training is prioritised.</p>\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\n<p><strong>About The Team You’ll Be Working In</strong></p>\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\n<p>SISP is well established multidisciplinary team providing a wide range of services to children and their families in the London Borough of Hounslow. The team has been established in the borough for over twelve years. It is positioned within Children’s Specialist Services. 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Taking a child first and social model approach – partnership and collaborative working is the key to our success.</p>\n<p>The team is well integrated with local partners and co-located with and joint work with specialist workers in domestic abuse, mental health and substance misuse, meaning no lengthy waits for much needed services for our families and interventions that help build resilience and mitigate risks.  We receive positive feedback from children and their families.</p>\n<p>Everyone comes together once a month for group supervision and we have dedicated admin support.</p>\n<p>Our workforce tells us:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>There is a supportive and approachable leadership and management team</li>\n<li>All teams offer each other good peer support; there is a strong focus on shared problem solving</li>\n<li>They feel appreciated and their development is prioritised</li>\n<li>Supervision is of high quality, reflective and routinely provided</li>\n</ul>\n<h4>Key responsibilities</h4>\n<ul>\n<li>To work as part of a team providing a holistic service for children with disabilities and their families.</li>\n<li>To support children and their families by working directly with them and also by co-ordinating the work of other professionals/services to offer support and opportunities.</li>\n<li>The Family Worker role is varied and supports all the functions of the Children’s Specialist Support Team, including behaviour support and the Short Breaks Service (which are co-located), with a key purpose of ensuring we deliver the right help at the right time to ensure children, young people and families have the best possible outcomes in life.</li>\n</ul>\n<h4>Our benefits… </h4>\n<ul>\n<li>25 days* increasing to 28 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5</li>\n<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. </li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. </li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>\n<li>Sports and social club. </li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. </li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities. </li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans. </li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. </li>\n<li>Supermarket discount. </li>\n</ul>\n<p>*(pro rata for part time). </p>\n<p> </p>\n<h4>Our Values</h4>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us.  Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you’re excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we’d love to hear from you. </p>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.  We will work with you to support you throughout the process. </p>\n<h4>Interview date</h4>\n<p>Interviews will be held on Friday 17<sup>th</sup> January 2025</p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.</p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h4>Want to ask us a question?</h4>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:</p>\n<p>Catherine Lloyd, Team Manager, tele 01344 351680 or email:</p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto:Catherine.Lloyd@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">Catherine.Lloyd@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>Or</p>\n<p>Benigna Amago, Assistant Team Manager  </p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto:Benigna.Amago@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">Benigna.Amago@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>For more information on working for Bracknell Forest Children’s Social Care visit our micro-site: <a href=\"https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/childrens-social-care-jobs/about-childrens-social-care\">https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/childrens-social-care-jobs/about-childrens-social-care</a>  </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.</p>\n<p>We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.</p>\n<p>Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.</p>\n<p>No agencies please. </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£30762 - £35,983 FTE inclusive of London Weighting and Essential Car User allowance","publishDate":"2024-12-20T09:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-12T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/3b909148-2d16-4847-923f-b3c2d4e8822a.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"bc08064f-41eb-4227-9089-b1612689e0da","title":"Housing Business Support Officer","employer":"Wokingham Borough Council","department":"","location":"Shute End/Home Working","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We have an exciting opportunitiy available to join our Resident Access and Support Team. We are looking for a Housing Business Support Officer who is the first point of contact for Wokingham Borough Council residents who have questions about their tenancy and those who wish to explore their housing options. This is a fixed term contract until 5th September 2025.</p>\n<p>Responsibilities will include but not limited to: </p>\n<ul>\n<li>To provide a responsive telephone service to customers, residents and other users of Council services </li>\n<li>Assist the efficient, effective and consistent processing and resolution of customer case work </li>\n<li>Supporting customer self-serve and spotting opportunities for the Council to initiate further enabling of self-serve </li>\n<li>To provide administrative support to housing teams </li>\n<li>To support the administration of meetings, including meetings with residents, and occasional minute-taking </li>\n<li>To provide support to projects in the housing teams. </li>\n<li>To provide households with advice and assistance regarding their housing options and assisting households in making housing applications </li>\n<li>To work with other Council services to provide advice and assistance regarding housing applications </li>\n<li>To support partner agencies in assisting applicants to submit housing applications </li>\n</ul>\n<p>We are looking for customer focused, enthusiastic, self-motivated people who thrive working in a busy team alongside the with the Housing Departments. You will need to demonstrate an eagerness to learn quickly and have be able to work across different areas of the housing team. </p>\n<p>As part of your ongoing progression there are opportunities to join apprenticeship schemes within the council to further your knowledge and skills in Customer Service and/or the Housing Sector. </p>\n<p><strong>Closing date</strong>: Sunday 12th January 2025, 11pm</p>\n<p><strong>Interview date: </strong>TBC</p>\n<p>For an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Mark Tomkinson- mark.tomkinson@wokingham.gov.uk</p>\n<p>Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful.  Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.</p>\n<p>If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. 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We need someone to help spread their story amongst our community. </p>\n<p>We’re a small and supportive team who work well together. We’re always looking at better, more modern and smarter ways of communicating with our residents. We don’t do fluffy PR, we do important, real time communications and marketing that have an impact on our residents’ and community’s day-to-day life. We communicate about the things that matter, everything from major roadworks to royal visits, to pioneering projects to improving our borough. These are just some of the things you could be looking at when you join us. You’re going to have a big impact on what we do, so you’ll be trusted to take ownership of your work, your time and managing councillors and key senior leaders.</p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>You will continually monitor, assess and manage the reputation of the organisation.</li>\n<li>You will provide high quality and effective communication and marketing strategies; lead and evaluate this work across a range of audiences and channels on key business strategies, transformation projects/corporate priorities.</li>\n<li>You will ensure accurate, positive and widespread coverage in the media of the council’s work and role in the borough.</li>\n<li>You will provide a professional lead on the council’s digital media; including video and animation, in support of communication and marketing strategies.</li>\n<li>You will work with and provide professional development and support to those communications, marketing and publicity colleagues based in other teams.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our benefits...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>28 days* increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>\n<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. </li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. </li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>\n<li>Sports and social club. </li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. </li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities. </li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans. </li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. </li>\n<li>Supermarket discount. </li>\n</ul>\n<p>*(pro rata for part time)</p>\n<h3>Our values...</h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you’re excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we’d love to hear from you. </p>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.  </p>\n<h3>Interview date...</h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on <strong>Wednesday, 15 January 2025.</strong></p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the interviewers and see our office environment.</p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h3>Want to ask us a question? </h3>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact: </p>\n<p>Name: Michelle Palmer</p>\n<p>Job Title: Deputy Head of Communications and Marketing</p>\n<p>Phone Number: 01344 352173</p>\n<p>Name: Alayna Razzell</p>\n<p>Job Title: Head of Communications and Marketing</p>\n<p>Phone number: 01344 352171</p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment.</p>\n<p>Any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying. </p>\n<p><strong>We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. </strong></p>\n<p>Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.</p>\n<p>No agencies please. </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£41,182 - £46,424 FTE (inclusive of £706 London Weighting); For 25 hrs p/w: £27,825 - £31,367 pro-rata","publishDate":"2024-12-19T09:12:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-06T17:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/56ae7659-f627-497b-9c1c-f2613eceef19.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"db15901b-af90-4205-8a39-2985ee44439d","title":"Maintenance Surveyor","employer":"Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames","department":"","location":"Kingston","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the Borough</strong> <br> <br>This special place in South West London between the capital and the country has been a Royal borough longer than anywhere else - it is where the first kings of England were crowned.<br><br>Today it is a vibrant and diverse borough, with a long history and strong cultural and community heritage. Kingston's riverside location, fantastic retail offer, historic market place and church, parks and gardens all make Kingston town centre the vibrant space it is, and each of our district town centres (Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth and Chessington) have something unique to offer.<br><br>Situated in Zone 6, Kingston is among the best-connected town centres in London - with direct train links from Kingston and Surbiton stations to Clapham Junction and London Waterloo, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and Tramlink.<br><br>Kingston's people are innovative and entrepreneurial, and have a strong sense of community pride. The borough has been home to great industry and creativity for many years, reflected in assets such as the Rose Theatre, the International Youth Arts Festival and Kingston University, which boasts more new graduate business start-ups than any other.<br><br>We have seen tremendous generosity and compassion within our communities, particularly in response to COVID-19, which is a demonstration of Kingston's key strength. The council offers a strong level of support to vulnerable groups and those who need additional support, which has also increased significantly as a result of the pandemic. Like most places, the average age of our population is rising as more people are living longer, so we are working closely with residents to help them maintain their independence and further improve the cost effectiveness of our service to meet the ongoing rise in demand.<br><br>Kingston is home to people from diverse and interesting cultures and backgrounds, which helps to create the rich sense of community shared across the borough. In particular, Kingston has a large Sri Lankan Tamil community and is home to more people from Korea than any other part of the UK.<br><br><strong>About the Role and our Ideal Candidate</strong> <br> <br><strong>About the role</strong><br><br> At the Royal Borough of Kingston we recognise that our position as a highly successful Council depends on our outstanding team of people, who work hard, love what they do and do it because they want to make a difference <br><br> We have an opportunity for a highly self-motivated and effective individual to join our friendly, professional team in this important Housing Maintenance Surveyor role in the Repairs and Maintenance team. <br><br> Reporting to our Lead Officer Response Repairs & Voids, our Housing Maintenance Surveyor role will manage and offer guidance in all aspects of building maintenance owned or managed by the Council's Housing Team. You will be expected to carry out inspections of tenanted, void properties, communal areas and estates. You will place orders for works via the incumbent partnering maintenance contractor, as well as the procurement of works and services with specialist companies and technical consultants. <br><br><strong> About you </strong><br><br> Ideally you will have experience of working within a regulatory framework where compliance, risk management and precise outcomes are essential. An in-depth knowledge and experience of building maintenance relating to social housing will be required. Having, or developing, a good knowledge of risk assessments and safety measures and controls within buildings, you should also be familiar with the Health and Safety Act, Regulatory Reform and all current Building Regulations, including Housing Health & Safety Rating System (HHSRS). <br><br> With a customer-focused, flexible, cooperative and well organised working style, you will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to communicate repair and maintenance information clearly and effectively to residents, contractors, colleagues in other departments. Good presentation skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure, think strategically and problem solve. <br><br> In return, we will give you a rewarding job, a supportive working environment, friendly colleagues and excellent benefits including agile working, a generous holiday allowance and a pension scheme. <br><br><strong>About Us</strong> <br> In Housing Asset Management we are responsible for delivering high-quality housing services and maintaining our social housing properties across our portfolio to the highest standards. Our team is dedicated to ensuring compliance, safety, and excellence in all our projects. We are a small, close knit team and strive to create a supportive and collaborative working environment where every team member's contribution is valued. <br><br><strong>Our Offer To You</strong> <br> <br>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.<br><br>In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation.<br><br>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li>\n<li>Flexible and agile working arrangements</li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul><strong>Application Process</strong> <br> <br> Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. <br><br> The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. <br><br> We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the 'Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme' at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we're incredibly proud of. <br><br> Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce. <br><br><strong>Additional Information</strong> <br> <br> We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. <br><br> As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. <br><br> We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda. <br><br>We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer and this means that everyone working at the Royal Borough of Kingston, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors and suppliers receive the London Living Wage. The real Living Wage is higher than the government's minimum, or National Living Wage, and is an independently calculated hourly rate of pay that is based on the actual cost of living.<br><br>The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know\">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance.<br><br><strong>Job Profile</strong> <br> <a class=\"file_application_pdf\" href=\"https://kingston-sutton-jobs.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-1/brand-4/spa-1/candidate/download_file_opp/3337/105858/1/0/e8414ea46c9d7439cbc74ddbc4dacf92e15576d7\"> Maintenance Surveyor J.D.pdf - 139KB Opens in a new window </a>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£45,510 - £50,574","publishDate":"2024-12-19T04:09:38.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-17T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/367c7234-f5b9-4690-a916-fa23753a2f2c.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"c6c681eb-bff2-4b5b-86af-add25a69c334","title":"Contracts Manager","employer":"West London Waste Authority","department":"","location":"West Drayton","locationType":3,"description":"<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<p><strong>Benefits:</strong>&nbsp;28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, Local Government Pension Scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme</p>\n<h3><strong>About Us</strong></h3>\n<p>West London Waste Authority (WLWA) is committed to delivering efficient and sustainable waste management services across West London. 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No terminology in this advert is intended to exclude any applicant, and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.</p>\n<h4><strong>Potential Roles:</strong></h4>\n<p>You may have experience as a&nbsp;<strong>Contracts Specialist, Procurement Manager, Supplier Relationship Manager, Waste Management Consultant, or Contract Analyst</strong>.</p>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£43,739 to £46,939 (inclusive of London Weighting allowance)","publishDate":"2024-12-18T15:02:06.859Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-17T23:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/ee914bb9-d417-4073-86ee-6985c954f9d1.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"04e56ffb-4366-43bc-b7b4-65e97da3bd69","title":"Payroll Officers","employer":"Spelthorne Borough Council","department":"","location":"Council Offices - Knowle Green","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Payroll Officer vacancies  </strong></p>\n<p>We have 50 vacant hours established to provide a full payroll service to the authority and we will consider applications on a flexible basis including: <strong>Full time (36 hours per week), Job share (25 hours per each post), or a combination of working hours to provide the service.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Salary range: £34,125 to £41,497 per annum (pro rata for part time hours)</strong>, dependent upon experience.  (Please note there is a salary bar at £36,282 and progression beyond this point is subject to approval from the HR Manager)</p>\n<p>We are looking for experienced Payroll Officers to join our friendly Human Resources team. Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, you will be responsible for running and managing the entire payroll for Spelthorne using iTrent (HR and Payroll software), for which training will be given.</p>\n<p>There will be an opportunity to work partially from home, but you will be required to work flexibly to cover the monthly payroll cycle and statutory reporting requirements including year-end submissions which may require additional working hours.</p>\n<p>You will be a keen team player who can liaise and work with all levels of the organization and have excellent organisational skills to support your technical payroll knowledge.</p>\n<p>The ability to innovate and work logically is essential together with building and maintaining effective working relationships within a diverse range of services.</p>\n<p>You will be able to work independently and to meet strict payroll deadlines.</p>\n<p>In return we can offer excellent conditions of service with a benefits package that includes flexible working hours, pension scheme, free car parking and at least 23 days paid leave (pro rata for part time staff)</p>\n<p>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>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>Please note as part of the employment checks this post will subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) which includes a basic Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.</p>\n<p><strong>Closing date:  8 January 2025 (noon)</strong></p>\n<p>Interview date:  To be confirmed</p>\n<p>To apply please use the 'apply' button below.</p>\n<p><strong> </strong>Unfortunately, we are unable to reply to all candidates.  If we have not contacted, you within 3 weeks of the closing date then your application has been unsuccessful.</p>\n<p>All shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email after the closing date.</p>\n<p>CVs can only be accepted in support of a completed application form.<strong> </strong></p>\n<p><em>Working towards equal opportunities</em><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Strictly No Agencies</strong></p>","shortDescription":"Payroll Officer job vacancy with Spelthorne Borough Council. 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Kingston's riverside location, fantastic retail offer, historic market place and church, parks and gardens all make Kingston town centre the vibrant space it is, and each of our district town centres (Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth and Chessington) have something unique to offer.<br><br>Situated in Zone 6, Kingston is among the best-connected town centres in London - with direct train links from Kingston and Surbiton stations to Clapham Junction and London Waterloo, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and Tramlink.<br><br>Kingston's people are innovative and entrepreneurial, and have a strong sense of community pride. The borough has been home to great industry and creativity for many years, reflected in assets such as the Rose Theatre, the International Youth Arts Festival and Kingston University, which boasts more new graduate business start-ups than any other.<br><br>We have seen tremendous generosity and compassion within our communities, particularly in response to COVID-19, which is a demonstration of Kingston's key strength. The council offers a strong level of support to vulnerable groups and those who need additional support, which has also increased significantly as a result of the pandemic. Like most places, the average age of our population is rising as more people are living longer, so we are working closely with residents to help them maintain their independence and further improve the cost effectiveness of our service to meet the ongoing rise in demand.<br><br>Kingston is home to people from diverse and interesting cultures and backgrounds, which helps to create the rich sense of community shared across the borough. In particular, Kingston has a large Sri Lankan Tamil community and is home to more people from Korea than any other part of the UK.<br><br><strong>About the Role and our Ideal Candidate</strong> <br><br><strong> About the role </strong> <br><br> To build strong relationships with internal and external partners to enable the sourcing of good quality care whilst achieving best value for money.<ul>\n<li>Work with ASC Operational Teams and relevant professionals to prioritize and monitor cases and broker services in a timely and effective manner. </li>\n<li>Set up packages of care that meet the aspirations and needs of the citizen through call off processes from established framework agreements, commissioned services, spot purchase and direct negotiation as appropriate.</li>\n<li>Maintain detailed records and systems for monitoring vacancies, allocations and placements across ASC to ensure utilisation and cost effectiveness is achieved.</li>\n<li>Develop and maintain good working relationships with Providers.</li>\n<li>Ensure contracts and Service Level Agreements are signed returned and implemented appropriately.<br><br> <strong> <br> </strong><strong> </strong> </li>\n</ul><strong> About you </strong> <br>Experience of brokerage is desirable, but not essential as full training is available for the right candidate.<br><br>This is a fast paced environment, so it is essential that you are flexible and adaptable with regards to your workload. You will have good communication skills both verbal and written and be able to communicate clearly, confidently and appropriately with colleagues using the best methods of communication for the task. You will have excellent time management skills and will be able to monitor and prioritise your work. <br><br> Attention to detail is an essential skill in this role coupled with accurate data recording. You will have an enquiring mind and will q uestion and challenge ways of working, with an understanding of the bigger picture in terms of the corporate context and external environment. <br><br> You will have strong negotiation and influencing skills and be able to rapidly build good relationships with all our partner agencies, both internal and external. You will have an understanding of the care market and the current challenges. <br><br> You will have a commitment to securing the best outcomes for all our residents and will demonstrate empathy and cultural sensitivity. You will be a strong team player and will demonstrate Kingston's STAR values in all you do. <br><br><strong>About Us</strong> <br> <br> The Adult Social Care Brokerage Team sources packages of care on behalf of the council for adults who have been assessed as having care needs. We provide this service to all the social care teams of Kingston, including the Hospital Team, Mental Health Team and Learning Disability Team. <br><br> The care we source includes, Day Opportunities, Transport, Supported Living, Care at Home and Placements (residential settings). <br><br> We are a small but supportive team who are passionate about the service we deliver and the residents we serve. <br><br> We are currently committed to attend the office in person for 2 days per month, this is the first Thursday of every month and then a rolling day on the third week, - Tuesday to Thursday i.e in January it will be the 14th (a Tuesday) in February it will be 19th ( a Wednesday) etc <br><br><strong>Our Offer To You</strong> <br> <br>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.<br><br>In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation.<br><br>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li>\n<li>Flexible and agile working arrangements</li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul><strong>Application Process</strong> <br> <br> Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. <br><br> The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. <br><br> We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the 'Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme' at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we're incredibly proud of. <br><br> Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce. <br><br><strong>Additional Information</strong> <br> <br> We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. <br><br> As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. <br><br> We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda. <br><br>We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer and this means that everyone working at the Royal Borough of Kingston, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors and suppliers receive the London Living Wage. The real Living Wage is higher than the government's minimum, or National Living Wage, and is an independently calculated hourly rate of pay that is based on the actual cost of living.<br><br>The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know\">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance.<br><br><strong>Job Profile</strong> <br> <a class=\"file_application_vnd_openxmlformats_officedocument_wordprocessingml_document\" href=\"https://kingston-sutton-jobs.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-1/brand-4/spa-1/candidate/download_file_opp/3326/105858/1/0/bb87ab2e2ec31797919e4596b8e8b02374a4b997\"> Role Profile- Brokerage Officer (2).docx - 11KB Opens in a new window </a> <br> <a class=\"file_application_pdf\" href=\"https://kingston-sutton-jobs.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-1/brand-4/spa-1/candidate/download_file_opp/3326/105858/1/1/bb87ab2e2ec31797919e4596b8e8b02374a4b997\"> Converted File Role Profile- Brokerage Officer (2).docx.pdf - 40KB Opens in a new window </a>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£37,068 - £40,755","publishDate":"2024-12-18T03:02:14.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-03T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/800b4f1f-7ddb-460f-8087-b3aa24ce7ce9.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0caa0729-a79a-4d1f-b567-90a54fe4dc97","title":"Lunchtime Controller","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"Holly Spring Primary School","location":"Holly Spring Primary School","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Holly Spring Primary School </strong> is looking to recruit a<strong> lunchtime controller</strong> to join our team securing the safety and welfare of students during the lunchtime. <strong> </strong> The role involves effective supervision of pupils in the dining hall and playground or in classrooms on rainy days. The hours for this role are from 11.30am until 1.15pm, Monday to Friday. First aid training would be an advantage. Our three form entry school, situated in the centre of Bracknell, is a welcoming school and looks to expand the role for the right people.</p>\n<p><strong>We are seeking to appoint someone who:</strong> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>puts children at the heart of everything they do</li>\n<li>has enthusiasm and passion for working with children</li>\n<li>can be an enthusiastic, inspirational and innovative</li>\n<li>has high expectations of children</li>\n<li>is resilient and proactive and has a positive professional attitude.</li>\n<li>will share and support the ethos of the school</li>\n<li>will be a strong team player</li>\n<li>will work in partnership with colleagues and parents</li>\n<li>has a good sense of humour</li>\n</ul>\n<p> <strong>We can offer:</strong> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>a good quality learning environment</li>\n<li>supportive teachers, governors and parents</li>\n<li>children who are keen to learn</li>\n<li>a positive, forward thinking team</li>\n<li>opportunities for professional development</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Closing date for applications: <strong>Tuesday 7th January at 9am. </strong>Previous applicants need not apply.</p>\n<p>Interviews will take place by mutual agreement. If you would like any further details around the school or the role then please contact Liz Baker, the School Business Manager (l.baker@hsprimary.uk).  </p>\n<p><strong>Please note that all applications will be considered upon receipt of a completed application form and we reserve the right to close the advert early.</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£12.62-£12.82 per hour depending on experience, inc fringe allowance","publishDate":"2024-12-17T16:03:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-07T09:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/1a75a941-1f81-46ad-92f0-e9debab97bf2.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"cd961a65-4934-4511-9481-c7b88952aed1","title":"Learning Support Assistant with administrative duties","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"Ranelagh School","location":"Ranelagh School, Ranelagh Drive, Bracknell","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are seeking to appoint an energetic and caring Learning Support Assistant, who can work with our Support Team, to enhance the learning and progress of students within the school.</p>\n<p>Ranelagh is an 11-18 coeducational, Anglican Academy (converter) which is oversubscribed and has an excellent reputation for academic achievement and positive school ethos. The school has had five ‘outstanding’ OFSTED reports.</p>\n<p>The role will be varied and interesting, working with students with a range of needs and across a number of subject areas.</p>\n<p>The equivalent of GCSE Grade C, or above, in English and Maths is essential for this post. Previous experience of working with students aged 11-19 is desirable.</p>\n<p>Ranelagh School has a clear focus on excellence, with the students at the heart of everything we do. It is expected that anyone joining the team will be able to fully support the unique ethos of the school.</p>\n<p>If you are interested in learning more about this position, please contact the Headteacher via the School Office on 01344 421233 or by email, at enquiries@ranelagh.bonitas.org.uk </p>\n<p>Closing date: Wednesday 15th January 2025 at midday.</p>\n<p>The school reserves the right to close this advert early in the event that sufficient applications have been received.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Actual annual salary £12,925","publishDate":"2024-12-17T14:58:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-15T12:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/ed444e2e-0610-455c-b90e-5df4ad356385.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"1d1eb2c4-e5c7-4ba1-891b-2f1c325548d6","title":"Social Worker - Family Placement (Maternity Cover)","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"Time Square, Bracknell","locationType":2,"description":"<h3>10-month maternity cover or 10-month secondment for internal candidates</h3>\n<p>We have an exciting opportunity for experienced and passionate social worker to join our Family Placement Team, covering maternity leave for up to 10 months (until October 2025).</p>\n<p>We’re looking for a reliable practitioner with current Social Work England registration and strong experience navigating the legal frameworks relevant to our work. You should have excellent assessment and analytical skills, with experience in completing Form F, Special Guardianship, and Connected Person Assessments.</p>\n<p>You will possess a strong understanding of relevant child care legislation, along with excellent report writing and oral communication skills. Additionally, you will be adept at working within court and Fostering Panel timescales.</p>\n<p>The children and young people we support have told us they want social workers who are:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Friendly, fun, and energetic</li>\n<li>Respectful listeners who take action and meet deadlines</li>\n<li>Committed to keeping promises and being accessible and on time</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>About the team…</h3>\n<p>We know that social work, whilst rewarding, is not always easy. To support high quality consistent social work, we have a comprehensive learning and development offer, driven by our passionate Principal Social Worker.  We have resilience groups, well-being days and events, group supervision as well as peer support.  Each team has dedicated admin support.</p>\n<p>The Family Placement Team is a small but very supportive team. The work we do can be challenging and we understand the importance of peer support and advice.</p>\n<p>We work closely together and alongside the children’s social workers to ensure that we are providing the best support to our vulnerable children.</p>\n<p>Our social workers have the time to get to know everyone they work with, excellent support from managers and colleagues across the department and expert guidance whenever they need it.</p>\n<p>Our workforce tells us:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>There is a supportive and approachable leadership and management team.</li>\n<li>\n<div class=\"flex-shrink-0 flex flex-col relative items-end\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"pt-0\">\n<div class=\"gizmo-bot-avatar flex h-8 w-8 items-center justify-center overflow-hidden rounded-full\">\n<div class=\"relative p-1 rounded-sm flex items-center justify-center bg-token-main-surface-primary text-token-text-primary h-8 w-8\">All teams provide excellent peer support; there is a strong focus on shared problem solving.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</li>\n<li>You will feel appreciated and your development will be prioritised.</li>\n<li>Supervision is of high quality, reflective and routinely provided.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Key responsibilities…</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>To recruit, train and assess new and substitute Foster Carers and Special Guardian applicants, for children and young people.</p>\n</li>\n<li>\n<p>To work within the context of relevant legislation and deliver services according to the department’s policies, procedures and guidelines.</p>\n</li>\n<li>To display a commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children and young people.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our benefits…</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>28 days* increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>\n<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. </li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. </li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>\n<li>Sports and social club. </li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. </li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities. </li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans. </li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. </li>\n<li>Supermarket discount. </li>\n</ul>\n<p>*(pro rata for part time)</p>\n<h3>Interview date</h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on 16th January 2025.</p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment. </p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<p>Any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying. </p>\n<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:</p>\n<p>Sam Howard, Team Manager, Family Placement Team:<em> </em>01344 351658</p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.</p>\n<p>Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.</p>\n<p>Social Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the Council. </p>\n<p><strong>We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.</strong></p>\n<p>Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.</p>\n<p><strong>No agencies please. </strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£45,362 - £47,387 FTE (inclusive of London Weighting and Essential Car User Allowance) plus 4% retention payment after 1 year","publishDate":"2024-12-17T11:32:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-05T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/555c2b85-825b-46c8-817a-254cc82d47a9.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9add4f75-0091-4f8b-ae24-fd0a169262f6","title":"Tenancy Sustainment Officer (Homeless & Ukrainian Resettlement Focus)","employer":"Spelthorne Borough Council","department":"","location":"Council Offices - Knowle Green","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Tenancy Sustainment Officer </strong></p>\n<p><strong>(Homeless and Ukrainian Resettlement Focus)</strong></p>\n<p><strong>12-month fixed term</strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong><strong>Salary £26,929 - £36,282 pa plus essential car user allowance</strong></p>\n<p><strong>36 hours per week</strong><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>If you are looking for a new role in the new year this could be the job for you. We are looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated person to join our Housing Options team.</p>\n<p>You will be responsible for welcoming new arrivals who arrive under the Homes4Ukraine Scheme and help them to settle in. You will also assist with move on arrangements to help them find new homes as the scheme winds down.</p>\n<p>As well as working with the Ukrainian cohort of customers you will also provide tenancy sustainment to customers in our temporary accommodation.</p>\n<p>You will need the resilience to be able to work with vulnerable people with multiple needs, as well as those unfamiliar with how the system works, or who have fallen through it.</p>\n<p>An ability to speak additional languages would be advantageous but not essential.</p>\n<p>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.<strong> </strong></p>\n<p>The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for customer facing posts.  These posts fall within the scope of the Code of Practice on English language requirement for public sector workers.  The Council, therefore, has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. If you have any queries or would like to discuss this further, please contact Human Resources.</p>\n<p>Please note as part of the employment checks this post will subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) which includes a basic Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.</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>In return, we can offer excellent conditions of service with a benefits’ package that includes flexible working hours, pension scheme and at least 23 days’ paid leave per year. </p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: Friday 3 January 2025 (5pm)</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview date:  Friday 10 January 2025</strong></p>\n<p>To apply please see the 'apply' button below.</p>\n<p><strong> </strong>Unfortunately, we are unable to reply to all candidates.  If we have not contacted, you within 3 weeks of the closing date then your application has been unsuccessful.</p>\n<p>All shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email after the closing date. CVs can only be accepted in support of a completed application form.<strong> </strong></p>\n<p><em>Working towards equal opportunities</em><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Strictly No Agencies</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Salary £26,929 - £36,282 pa plus essential car user allowance","publishDate":"2024-12-17T11:27:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-03T17:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/faad6250-8d79-4bad-b9e3-c2ac5cb93733.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f7d0ab26-d0e7-4ee2-a77e-42865f2ed025","title":"Social Worker - Adults","employer":"Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames","department":"","location":"Kingston","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the Borough</strong> <br> <br>This special place in South West London between the capital and the country has been a Royal borough longer than anywhere else - it is where the first kings of England were crowned.<br><br>Today it is a vibrant and diverse borough, with a long history and strong cultural and community heritage. Kingston's riverside location, fantastic retail offer, historic market place and church, parks and gardens all make Kingston town centre the vibrant space it is, and each of our district town centres (Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth and Chessington) have something unique to offer.<br><br>Situated in Zone 6, Kingston is among the best-connected town centres in London - with direct train links from Kingston and Surbiton stations to Clapham Junction and London Waterloo, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and Tramlink.<br><br>Kingston's people are innovative and entrepreneurial, and have a strong sense of community pride. The borough has been home to great industry and creativity for many years, reflected in assets such as the Rose Theatre, the International Youth Arts Festival and Kingston University, which boasts more new graduate business start-ups than any other.<br><br>We have seen tremendous generosity and compassion within our communities, particularly in response to COVID-19, which is a demonstration of Kingston's key strength. The council offers a strong level of support to vulnerable groups and those who need additional support, which has also increased significantly as a result of the pandemic. Like most places, the average age of our population is rising as more people are living longer, so we are working closely with residents to help them maintain their independence and further improve the cost effectiveness of our service to meet the ongoing rise in demand.<br><br>Kingston is home to people from diverse and interesting cultures and backgrounds, which helps to create the rich sense of community shared across the borough. In particular, Kingston has a large Sri Lankan Tamil community and is home to more people from Korea than any other part of the UK.<br><br><strong>About the Role and our Ideal Candidate</strong> <br> <br> <strong>About the role</strong> <br><br><strong> This post attracts a golden hello incentive of £1,000 that is applicable to successful candidates for joining The Royal Borough of Kingston T&C's apply. </strong><br><br>We have a great opportunity to join the Chessington and Surbiton Hub Locality Team as a full time Social Worker. You will need to be registered with Social Work England to be considered for this post. <br><br>The role will require the worker to:<br><br>- Facilitate effective assessment and support planning in accordance to the Care Act 2014 for adults with physical health needs.<br><br>- Be responsible for undertaking reviews of our service users and supporting them and their needs as required, within the statutory timescales.<br><br>- To care manage a number of cases, including undertaking safeguarding investigations. The work will vary with different levels of complexity and risk.<br><br>- Achieve effective communications with colleagues in other departments within health and social care to ensure efficient and person centred multidisciplinary support planning.<br><br>- Ensure that onward required referrals to the correct service are made.<br><br>- Consider the correct funding path (e.g. ASC, CHC, Section 117, joint social care and health funding).<br><br>- Make effective use of resources through care planning, signposting to other services, or providing individuals with information and advice.<br><br> <strong>Our Ideal Candidate</strong> <br><br>In order to fulfil this role, you will need to be able to demonstrate excellent communication, assessment and case management skills. You'll also need to possess effective organisation skills in order to balance and manage your cases and workload. In addition you'll need to have knowledge and experience of applying local Safeguarding processes, as well as the London Multi-Agency Adult Safeguarding Policy and Procedures. A sound and up to date knowledge of all relevant legislation, social care initiatives and priorities is also required.<br><br>Other requirements include:<br><br>-An undergraduate or postgraduate in Social Work<br><br>-Registration with Social Work England<br><br>-Excellent communication skills, both in written and oral presentation<br><br>-Good assessment and case management skills<br><br>-Knowledge of Personal Budgets/Self Directed Support and the philosophy underpinning these<br><br>-Sound knowledge of relevant legislation and social care initiatives and priorities<br><br><strong>About Us</strong> <br> <br>The Chessington and Surbiton Hub is a part of Adult Social Care within the Royal Borough of Kingston (RBK). We are one of three locality teams who support adults with physical health needs.<br><br>We are a friendly team of Social Workers and Support Co-ordinators that provides interventions for people with long-term care needs from the age of 18 and above. The primary client base is older adults and people with physical disabilities. The role offers an excellent opportunity to promote positive outcomes for individuals that we work with. This also involves being proactive in preventing harm from occurring to adults at risk.<br><br>Our involvement is proactive and empowering, focusing on liaising with individuals and their carers soon after their initial referral in order to assess their needs and create effective outcome-focused support plans. We work closely with the Reablement service in order to maximise people's independence, choice and quality of life.<br><br>In order to promote a flexible, seamless service and offer continuity for individuals where required, we are able to provide targeted ongoing support. As such, our Social Workers have a varied caseload and are able to utilise the support of other specialist practitioners across other parts of the service.<br><br><strong>Our Offer To You</strong> <br> <br>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.<br><br>In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation.<br><br>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li>\n<li>Flexible and agile working arrangements</li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul><strong>Application Process</strong> <br> <br> Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. <br><br> The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. <br><br> We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the 'Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme' at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we're incredibly proud of. <br><br> Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce. <br><br><strong>Additional Information</strong> <br> <br> We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. <br><br> As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. <br><br> We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda. <br><br>We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer and this means that everyone working at the Royal Borough of Kingston, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors and suppliers receive the London Living Wage. The real Living Wage is higher than the government's minimum, or National Living Wage, and is an independently calculated hourly rate of pay that is based on the actual cost of living.<br><br>The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. 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Learning Support Assistant, specialising in Emotional Literacy

King's Academy Easthampstead Park

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KGA-02-3, FTE £24,392 (£12.63 per hour), actual salary is £15,902 inclusive of London Weighting and Holiday Entitlement.

King's Academy Easthampstead Park (On-Site)

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