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Apply for this exciting role and lead the Child-Friendly Medway team’s delivery of engagement events and activities for children, young people, and families across Medway, in an efficient, safe and cost-effective way in accordance with all legislation and Medway Council policies. Help lead planning, development, partnership working, and promotion of our exciting Seeing is Believing programming of events and activities for children and young people, parents, carers, families, and wider community. Including creative arts workshops, drop-in sports, book reading, soft-play, seasonal and themed activities. As well as larger scale events like our Child-Friendly Medway City Halls and brand (stall activations) and team engagement for partner led events. Be responsible for event planning, development, and delivery (end to end), and leading the staff and delivery on the day for a number of Child-Friendly Medway events and activities from our Seeing is Believing programme, including our Child-Friendly Medway City Halls, film events, holiday and themed events. For smaller scale programming the Business Support and Events Officer would work alongside Engagement Officers to ensure great outcomes for Medway families. Duties include coming up with event and activity ideas to support various workstreams, scheduling programming, contracting of partners, performers, venues and suppliers. Writing contracts, event plans, speaking notes, supporting the creation of marketing materials and promotion. Supporting finance invoicing and payments, and procurement where necessary. Creating site and floor plans, and staffing plans and responsibilities, including packing, set up and tear down. Writing and delivering event briefings. We are a collaborative team, and all members will support the Business Support and Events officer with event ideas, resources for events, and planning required especially for the larger scale events we will work as a team, with each of us supporting one another. Provide effective communication and interaction with young people and internal and external partners, including work with schools, libraries, community groups and youth organisations. As well as administrative tasks, data collection, analysis, and reports. Work with internal and external partners to promote programming and engagement opportunities for children, young people and families in Medway. Work closely with children, young people, parents, carers, internal and external partners to co-design programming that meets the needs and interests of children and young people in Medway. We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate who will be willing to bring energy and ideas forward for our young people in Medway. Interviews are due to take place on the 11 & 12 December In return we offer you: \n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\nWe're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency. Our declaration fits into our <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan\">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change. Our organisation: Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula. Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London. We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively. Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in. If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please contact Amy St Louis on <a href=\"mailto:amy.stlouis@medway.gov.uk\">amy.stlouis@medway.gov.uk</a> Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction. For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. 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You will also support the Senior Revenues & Benefits Officer (Recovery) with tasks such as running and checking reports.\nYou must have a high standard of written English, previous office experience preferred, including the use of Microsoft packages and a commitment to providing a quality service.\nTo be a part of the team you will need an understanding of socio-economic pressures, particularly in the current financial climate, and be able to demonstrate balanced reasoning.\nFor an informal discussion about this role please contact William Waight, Benefits & Welfare Manager on 01732 876219 (Direct applicants only, strictly no agencies)\n(The role is 30 hours per week)\nInterviews will be held w/c 16th December 2024","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£18,272 - £22,021 pro rata (FTE £22,536 - £27,159)","publishDate":"2024-11-20T14:39:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-10T23:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/c3cd57ea-402e-4a5e-987c-31b441babc3d.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"c847178c-d3be-4b42-99f5-7f25c51aad1c","title":"Service Manager - Youth Justice","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Broadside, Leviathan Way, Chatham Maritime, Chatham ME4 4LL","locationType":2,"description":"We are seeking a Service Manager for our Youth Justice Service. You will have strategic management responsibility for the Service and overall operational management responsibility for the Youth Justice Team, with a specific focus on achieving positive change and keeping children and communities safe, leading on prevention, diversion, and management of our work to prevent offending and re-offending by children. You will work alongside colleagues and multi-agency partners to develop and continuously improve the delivery of a high-quality effective service that delivers good outcomes for children, young people, their families, victims and the community.\nAbout You\nAs a qualified and registered Social Worker or Justice professional, you will have substantial management experience and a proven track record of successfully improving services and managing team budgets at a strategic level. You will also be able to demonstrate a breadth of knowledge and experience of working with children in a statutory setting and ideally have experience of working with ‘<a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200486/childrens_social_workers_blog/1401/signs_of_safety\">Signs of Safety’</a> or a similar strength and relationships based practice framework.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£52,959 - £57,251 per annum","publishDate":"2024-11-20T12:20:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-03T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/9f37373f-45c1-41b1-a2c6-baba1388a524.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"82ad10ab-fa6a-4c28-9259-3325f98a193a","title":"Best Interest Assessor – Senior Social Worker","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid – Works part in the office (Gun Wharf) and part from home","locationType":2,"description":"We are currently recruiting a full time Best Interest Assessor/Senior Social Worker to join our Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Team based within Adult Social Care. Working in collaboration with the Team Manager and other senior colleagues, the successful candidate will be required to manage the day-to-day delivery of the DoLS Service to Medway residents who are currently in hospital, nursing, or residential care. You will be required to practice as a Best Interests Assessor to support Medway Council as a Supervisory Body to fulfil its statutory duties in relation to the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards, as prescribed by the Mental Capacity Act 2005 & Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards 2007 Codes of Practice, and in line with relevant guidance. You will also need to maintain an awareness of changes in theories, legislation, and Medway Council policies, local and agency practices, in order to disseminate knowledge and contribute to the delivery of a high standard DoLS service. The successful candidate will need to develop and maintain a high level of skill, expertise and up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, policy and good practice in order to provide support and advice to others in relation to statutory interventions. They will need to work alongside Medway DOLS team colleagues and support other ASC staff with complex cases, providing both co-working and support and advice. You will be required to undertake the triaging and authorisation of DoLS assessments, applying due professional care and consideration to ensure these are in line with statutory guidance and other relevant protocols. You will also be required to initiate and develop effective partnerships and joint working arrangements with other professionals and agencies, in order to ensure the comprehensive assessment of need, and the planning and delivery of appropriate services. The successful candidate will need to support the development of knowledge and skills across Medway Adult Social Care in relation to Mental Capacity work and support the development of internal procedures and policies in order to enhance professional knowledge and development to impact upon the overall quality of practice. You will be required to work autonomously within the role, demonstrating expert and effective practice in complex situations managing higher levels of risk. In return we offer you: \n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\nWe're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency. Our declaration fits into our <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan\">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change. Our organisation: Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula. Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London. We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively. Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in. If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please e-mail Susan Fuller on <a href=\"mailto:susan.fuller@medway.gov.uk\">susan.fuller@medway.gov.uk</a> or Laura Sowkhee on <a href=\"mailto:laura.sowkhee@medway.gov.uk\">laura.sowkhee@medway.gov.uk</a> Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction. For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range SW3 - £43,647 - £47,691 per annum / pro rata","publishDate":"2024-11-19T10:38:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-09T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/319ea4fa-b8e7-4603-9fd3-0cc34beb5192.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"e193edb5-fcd6-4a46-8620-5704bb089303","title":"Exchequer Assistant","employer":"Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council","department":"","location":"Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council, opportunity for remote working","locationType":2,"description":"The Exchequer Team are currently seeking an enthusiastic and committed individual who would be responsible for providing a wide range of support throughout the Council.\nReporting directly to the Payroll Manager, this post will support a fast paced, efficient and comprehensive team with processing cheques, bank statements and assisting with cash payments, and assisting with various reconciliations throughtout the year. \nApplicants should have demonstrable skills and experience within a similar role and have some awareness of Local Governments. They will need a good understanding of IT and be able to pick up systems quickly, with the ability to work confidentially given the nature of the role. \nIf you have any questions or would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Dominic Reynolds at dominic.reynolds@tmbc.gov.uk.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£22,536 - £27,159","publishDate":"2024-11-18T13:38:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-08T23:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/51ce8db6-64c4-4487-b607-b983dc89cdaf.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0181b2b9-9ee5-4848-95f2-0b60b92caa1c","title":"Part-Time Nursery Manager","employer":"Medway Council","department":"Greenvale Primary School","location":"Greenvale Infant School","locationType":3,"description":"At Greenvale our ethos is ‘Nurture – Inspire – Succeed’ and our school visions are based around our 6 Core Values which underpin all that we do and add to the success and inclusive nature of our school:\nRespect, Readiness, Resourcefulness, Responsibility, Resilience and Reflectiveness\nWe believe that children need to play, explore, observe, investigate, repeat, copy, problem solve and represent in order to come to terms with themselves, other people and the world around. We are lucky to have a staff of wonderfully inspiring and dedicated teachers and teaching assistants, who not only have high expectations in all areas of the curriculum, but are also supportive of every child's needs.\nWe are looking to appoint a highly motivated and inspirational Part-Time Nursery Lead Teacher to work under the direction of the Headteacher and Governing Body. The successful candidate requires:\n<ul>\n<li>A full and relevant EYFS qualification to degree level or level 5 equivalent</li>\n<li>Qualified to teach in the UK</li>\n<li>Sound knowledge and experience of Early Years Foundation Stage</li>\n<li>Evidence of improving the outcomes of pupils</li>\n<li>A flexible and proactive approach to their workload</li>\n<li>Be passionate about inclusion and strongly committed to promoting equality</li>\n<li>A sense of humour</li>\n<li>Experience of working with children with SEND would be an advantage</li>\n</ul>\nGreenvale Primary School is committed to recruiting with care and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhance DBS check, satisfactory references and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.\nIn line with KCSIE 2023 guidance, as part of the shortlisting process, the School reserves the right to research shortlisted candidates on social media and the internet as part of our due diligence. The recruitment panel may take this information into consideration during the recruitment process. Any information will be treated as confidential and will only be used in relation for the post for which you have applied for.\nInterview Date: Week beginning 2nd December 2024 \nStart Date: 6th January 2025 (or immediate if available)","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Main Pay Scale pro- rata £18,990 – 26,164 per annum actual salary (£31,650 – £43,607 FTE)","publishDate":"2024-11-18T09:34:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-29T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/cd816a3f-f067-4a2a-8761-aa247983d943.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"8a6d57c3-e741-450d-b022-64d603f4a60e","title":"Approved Mental Health Professional","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid – Works part in the office (Gun Wharf) and part from home","locationType":2,"description":"We are currently recruiting 1 full time and 1 part time working 22.2 hours per week Approved Mental Health Professionals to contribute to the delivery of our highly effective AMHP Team, based within Social Care. The service is delivered using a strength based, personalised approach to assessments, ensuring the individual remains at the centre of all interventions.\nYou will be required to act as an Approved Mental Health Professional providing a statutory Mental Health Act Assessment service encompassing all client groups and including the provision of advice, in order to meet the immediate needs of the individuals involved and to achieve the best outcome. You will also need to provide precise information to service users and others about their rights in relation to MHA interventions and facilitate access to appropriate advocacy and advice networks including the IMHA and IMCA services.\nThe successful candidate will be responsible for triaging referrals, the allocation of assessments, and chairing the daily allocations meeting on a regular basis.\nThis role will also involve undertaking the role of Social Supervisor for conditionally discharged patients to fulfil our statutory responsibility for clients who are subject to Part 3 of the Mental Health Act 1983 (as amended 2007).\nThe successful applicant will also be responsible for the supervision and appraisal process of newly qualified AMHP’s in line with the statutory requirements. As well as the supervision and support of staff undertaking the AMHP training.\nYou will need to maintain an awareness of changes in mental health theories, legislation, and Medway Council policies, local and agency practices, in order to disseminate knowledge and contribute to the delivery of a high standard AMHP service. In addition to undertaking AMHP assessments the successful candidate will need to develop a high level of skill and expertise in order to provide support and advice to others in relation to statutory interventions.\nThe successful candidate must be able to contribute to and review the development of ongoing initiatives for service development to achieve a more effective use of resources within the AMHP service and wider Mental Health Services.\nYou will be required to work autonomously within the role, demonstrating expert and effective practice in complex situations managing higher levels of risk.\nPlease state on your application if you are applying for the full time 37 hour per week position or the part time 22.2 hour per week position.\nIn return we offer you: \n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\nWe're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency. Our declaration fits into our <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan\">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change. \nOur organisation: \nMedway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.\nSituated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.\nWe provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.\nWorking at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.\nIf you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please e-mail Susan Fuller on susan.fuller@medway.gov.uk or Laura Sowkhee on laura.sowkhee@medway.gov.uk\nImportant Information- \nApplicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile.\n<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>\nMedway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction.\nFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. \nPlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.\nPlease visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.\nWe reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range SW3 - £43,647 - £47,691 per annum / pro rata","publishDate":"2024-11-18T09:10:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-09T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/312defeb-6616-4c33-b651-2e0793e44356.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"dd4c8ee7-f331-4f8c-8565-7ac90f336189","title":"Outreach Activities Worker (4 Months FTC)","employer":"Social Interest Group","department":"","location":"25 Victoria Street","locationType":3,"description":"ABOUT THE ROLE \nOur Outreach team is seeking an Outreach Activities Worker for a 4-month FTC. In this role, you will support clients by facilitating their engagement with treatment services. This includes accompanying them to appointments, sharing your own experiences, making referrals, and actively encouraging participation in harm reduction and treatment programs. You will work with clients who are either currently experiencing rough sleeping or are at risk of homelessness. \nPathways to Independence Outreach peer mentor service is committed to becoming a psychologically informed environment; one which considers and responds to, the potential impact of trauma in every area of its service delivery and design. The primary responsibility of the RSI Enhanced Hostel Intensive Support Coach will be to provide personalised support and guidance to individuals referred to Pathways to Independence through the Medway Rough Sleepers Initiative. This will include assessing client needs and providing support to meet these needs, completing safety plans, ensuring the client can identify and access relevant services, liaising with other statutory and voluntary agencies to ensure the appropriate support for clients.\nShift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm with flexibility. \nABOUT YOU\nYou are a compassionate and driven individual who thrives on supporting others and creating impactful change. With a deep understanding of working with people from diverse backgrounds, you excel in fostering a person-centred approach to support and recovery. You have a proven track record in coordinating and delivering engaging activities and programmes, and your experience has equipped you with the ability to develop tailored support plans and appropriate interventions.\nWe are an inclusive employer, committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all our employees. We have a team of ambassadors who are staff volunteers and actively support us in fortifying our organisational value of Inclusivity. \nWHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS ROLE \nYou will thrive in this role if you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in people's lives and enjoy working in an environment that values creativity, flexibility, and compassion. As an Outreach Activities Worker, you will have the opportunity to develop and implement engaging activities that empower participants and help them achieve their goals.\nWhat are we looking for?\n<ul>\n<li>Experience of working with people of complex backgrounds and/or a good understanding of the sector </li>\n<li>Experience in coordinating and/or delivering activities and programmes with people from various backgrounds </li>\n<li>Ability to use, learn and adapt to IT at an intermediate level, including Microsoft and other software programs </li>\n</ul>\nWhat would we like, but not essential?\n<ul>\n<li>Experience creating co-produced support plans and providing appropriate interventions for residents/participants and liaising with other professionals </li>\n<li>Experience in providing housing support and practical assistance within a residential or outreach support role </li>\n<li>Appropriate professional qualification: NVQ/Diploma Level 2 in Health & Social Care/Psychology/Community Justice or professional equivalent</li>\n</ul>\nWhat we offer\n<ul>\n<li>25 days annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>\n<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>\n<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing</li>\n<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>\n<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>\n<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>\n<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>\n</ul>\nOther responsibilities than those described above may be required to be undertaken from time to time and will be expected to be performed to as long as it is within the capability and level of the position. \nPlease refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.\nABOUT US\nSocial Interest Group (SIG) believes good care and support improve lives. Our values of ambition, empowerment, transparency, and inclusivity drive everything we do. Our mission is to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.\nSIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings (including people's own homes), probation settings, and hospitals awaiting discharge. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent. We believe in the power of well-planned, well-managed services to make a difference. We work with high standards and external and internal regulatory frameworks. \nWant to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: <a href=\"https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be\">Theory of Change</a>\nFurther details can be found on our website here: <a href=\"https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk\">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>. \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION\nPlease note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.\nAdditional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our <a href=\"https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/\">website</a>. \nSIG actively encourages applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly lived experience; Naturally, we approach any emerging issues with empathy and sensitivity. As an organisation, we’re proud to mention that our staff Ambassadors career aspirations generally benefit from embracing this unique opportunity to develop their respective skill sets in spaces that exist outside of their daily roles. \nFor Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk\">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a> or call us on <a href=\"tel:02036689270\">020 3668 9270</a>\nPlease note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details above. \nUnfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£23,800","publishDate":"2024-11-15T16:38:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-21T16:38:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/5d43e3bf-ef68-4189-8b50-88f14314a3a7.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9f77d50b-4d0b-42c3-89f6-917db9858542","title":"Counter Fraud Officer","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid – Works from home or in the office (Gun Wharf & Gravesham)","locationType":2,"description":"Medway operates a successful Internal Audit & Counter Fraud Shared Service with Gravesham Borough Council. We are recruiting a Counter Fraud Officer and are looking for a highly motivated individual with excellent communication skills and the ability to undertake investigations to criminal standards.\nThe post holder will be expected carry out criminal and civil investigations, in accordance with key legislation, into suspected fraud in a variety of different areas at both a Unitary and District authority; as well as conducting disciplinary investigations as required. This will involve visiting people in their homes and as such applicants must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle with insurance covering business use.\nThe service operates a hybrid working pattern, with a minimum of 40% office-based work and the remainder remote (home) working. The successful applicant will be expected to work across council sites within both Medway and Gravesend as required.\nApplicants will be assessed against the criteria outlined in person specification section of the job description and, as a minimum, must meet the requirements for level A in respect of qualifications, knowledge, experience and skills.\nInterviews will take place on Wednesday 18 December 2024 at Gravesham Borough Council Civic Centre.\nIn return we offer you: \n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\nWe're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency. Our declaration fits into our <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan\">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change. \nOur organisation: \nMedway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.\nSituated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.\nWe provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.\nWorking at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.\nIf you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager please call Nikki Ashby on 01634 332325\nInterviews will be head on Wednesday 18 December at Gravesham Borough Council, Civic Centre. \nImportant Information- \nApplicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile\n<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>\nMedway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction.\nFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. \nPlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.\nPlease visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.\nWe reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range 5 (£35,935 - £41,614 per annum)","publishDate":"2024-11-15T14:44:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-11T23:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/251ab449-4dc1-460a-9951-645e4309cc12.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"a0e2aa6f-8fe7-436c-99e1-d7fcc9aacc67","title":"Teacher – KS2","employer":"Medway Council","department":"Greenvale Primary School","location":"Greenvale Primary School","locationType":3,"description":"At Greenvale our ethos is ‘Nurture – Inspire – Succeed’ and our school visions are based around our 6 Core Values which underpin all that we do and add to the success and inclusive nature of our school:\nRespect, Readiness, Resourcefulness, Responsibility, Resilience and Reflectiveness\nWe believe that children need to play, explore, observe, investigate, repeat, copy, problem solve and represent in order to come to terms with themselves, other people and the world around. We are lucky to have a staff of wonderfully inspiring and dedicated teachers and teaching assistants, who not only have high expectations in all areas of the curriculum, but are also supportive of every child's needs.\nWe are looking to appoint a highly motivated and inspirational Teacher to work under the direction of the Headteacher and Governing Body. The successful candidate will be:\n<ul>\n<li>Qualified to degree level or equivalent</li>\n<li>Qualified to teach in the UK</li>\n<li>Sound knowledge and experience of Primary Curriculum</li>\n<li>Evidence of improving the outcomes of pupils</li>\n<li>A flexible and proactive approach to their workload</li>\n<li>Be passionate about inclusion and strongly committed to promoting equality</li>\n<li>A sense of humour</li>\n<li>Experience of working with children with SEND would be an advantage</li>\n</ul>\nGreenvale Primary School is committed to recruiting with care and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhance DBS check, satisfactory references and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.\nIn line with KCSIE 2024 guidance, as part of the shortlisting process, the School reserves the right to research shortlisted candidates on social media and the internet as part of our due diligence. The recruitment panel may take this information into consideration during the recruitment process. Any information will be treated as confidential and will only be used in relation for the post for which you have applied for.\nFixed term contract until August 2025 with a high possibility of permanent as we are a growing school.\nClosing Date: 1st November 2024\nInterview Date: w/c 2nd December 2024\nStart Date: 6th January 2025","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Main Scale £31,650 – £43,607 per annum","publishDate":"2024-11-15T14:24:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-29T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/3c873cc8-dfd0-437e-9d6e-8813c857c58b.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"e500adb5-e767-4aac-b100-5940ad982485","title":"Client Financial Affairs Officer","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Works part from home and part from Gun Wharf, Chatham","locationType":2,"description":" \nTo arrange for the designated council officer to hold appointments for welfare benefits for service users unable to manage their own finances. The post holder will be responsible for making claims to the benefits agency to ensure full entitlement to benefits is received by the service user, and to liaise with financial institutions to open special bank accounts for all income and expenditure transactions made in the service users name, and pay debts and living expenses on a regular basis.\n \nTo maintain and reconcile service users bank accounts reconciling on a regular basis in line with audit requirements and where appropriate make application for a deputyship order to the Office of the Public Guardian. To support the Corporate Deputy in the management of Court of Protection cases. Liaise with care professionals across the authority, working within the boundaries set by the Mental Capacity Act (2005)\nExperience\nEssential\n<ul>\n<li>A working knowledge of word and excel</li>\n<li>Working knowledge of the welfare benefits system</li>\n</ul>\nKnowledge and understanding of Adult Social Care\n<ul>\n<li>Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act (2005)</li>\n<li>Demonstrable ability to reconcile financial transactions</li>\n<li>Knowledge of Deputyship function</li>\n<li>Ability to complete a range of complex tasks such as report writing, presentations, detailed assessments and calculations presentations</li>\n</ul>\n \nIn return we offer you: \n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\nWe're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency. Our declaration fits into our <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan\">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change. \n \nOur organisation: \nMedway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.\nSituated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.\n \nWe provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.\nWorking at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.\n \nInterviews are likely to be held virtually via Microsoft Teams. Full details on how this will work will be sent to you, if your application is successfully shortlisted.\nImportant Information- \nApplicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile\n<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>\nMedway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction.\nFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. \nPlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.\nPlease visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.\n \nWe reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range 3 £24,525 - £29,268","publishDate":"2024-11-15T12:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-29T12:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/5334dff4-0fbf-4379-a11e-37ee8aad1d7e.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"161d4338-3b75-4e2e-8a33-e6f831f967ca","title":"Service Manager","employer":"Social Interest Group","department":"","location":"25 Victoria Street","locationType":3,"description":"Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of people affected by homelessness, complex needs, and involvement in the criminal justice system? Do you have the leadership skills to drive positive change in an innovative and supportive environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Service Manager overseeing our Accommodation Services and our Peer Mentoring Outreach Service.\nWe are a dynamic organisation committed to supporting individuals facing the most challenging circumstances, helping them rebuild their lives with dignity and independence. Our services provide vital accommodation, specialist support, and peer mentoring to those affected by homelessness, mental health issues, substance misuse, and contact with the criminal justice system.\nABOUT THE ROLE\nAs a Service Manager, you will play a pivotal role in leading our dedicated team to deliver high-quality, person-centered support for service users. You will oversee accommodation projects that provide safe and stable housing for individuals experiencing homelessness and ensure that tailored support is available for those with complex needs.\nYou will also manage our Peer Mentoring Outreach Service, which empowers individuals with lived experience to mentor and support those at risk. Through innovative and inclusive approaches, you will help foster resilience, self-confidence, and long-term positive outcomes for service users.\nShift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm with flexibility. Participation in the On-Call out of hours rota is also required.\nABOUT YOU\nTo succeed in this role, you will be an experienced and compassionate leader with a track record of managing services for vulnerable groups. You will be confident in developing and implementing strategies, leading teams, and working collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders.\nWe are looking for someone with:\n<ul>\n<li>Experience in managing services within the housing, homelessness, or social care sectors.</li>\n<li>Strong knowledge of complex needs such as mental health, substance misuse, and involvement in the criminal justice system.</li>\n<li>The ability to inspire and lead teams, fostering a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment.</li>\n<li>Excellent communication and partnership-building skills.</li>\n<li>A commitment to person-centered care and an understanding of trauma-informed approaches</li>\n<li>IT Proficiency, including Microsoft Office, and the ability to navigate and learn new case management systems and other types of organisational software </li>\n</ul>\nWe value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all our employees. We have a team of ambassadors who are staff volunteers and actively support us in fortifying our organisational value of Inclusivity. SIG actively encourages applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly lived experience ; Naturally, we approach any emerging issues with empathy and sensitivity. As an organisation, we’re proud to mention that our staff Ambassadors career aspirations generally benefit from embracing this unique opportunity to develop their respective skill sets in spaces that exist outside of their daily roles.\nWhat would we like, but not essential?\n<ul>\n<li>Understanding, knowledge, and/or practical application of key legislation – Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, Mental Health, Criminal Justice, Social Care, and Housing, and Health, Safety and Environment </li>\n</ul>\nWhat we offer\n<ul>\n<li>A supportive and inclusive working environment</li>\n<li>Competitive salary and benefits package</li>\n<li>The opportunity to make a real impact on people’s lives</li>\n<li>25 days annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>\n<li>Ongoing Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>\n<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing</li>\n<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>\n<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>\n<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>\n<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>\n</ul>\nIf you have the passion, creativity, and tenacity to make a real difference in people's lives, challenge stigma and make our communities safer, we would love to hear from you!\nOVERVIEW OF KEY RESPONSIBILITIES\n<ul>\n<li>\nLeadership & Management: Lead, motivate, and develop a team of staff and volunteers to provide high-quality services.</li>\n<li>\nService Delivery: Oversee the provision of accommodation and outreach services, ensuring they meet the needs of individuals affected by homelessness, complex needs, and the criminal justice system.</li>\n<li>\nPartnership Working: Work collaboratively with statutory agencies, charities, and community organizations to coordinate support and build effective referral pathways.</li>\n<li>\nBudget & Compliance: Manage budgets, ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards, and meet contractual obligations.</li>\n<li>\nStrategic Development: Drive continuous service improvement, implementing new initiatives to enhance outcomes and address the evolving needs of service users.</li>\n<li>\nPeer Mentoring Program: Oversee the peer mentoring program, providing guidance and support to mentors who use their lived experience to help others.</li>\n</ul>\nOther responsibilities than those described above may be required to be undertaken from time to time and will be expected to be performed to as long as it is within the capability and level of the position. \nPlease refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.\nABOUT US\nSocial Interest Group (SIG) believes good care and support improve lives. Our values of ambition, empowerment, transparency, and inclusivity drive everything we do. Our mission is to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.\nSIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings (including people's own homes), probation settings, and hospitals awaiting discharge. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent. We believe in the power of well-planned, well-managed services to make a difference. We work with high standards and external and internal regulatory frameworks.\nWant to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: <a href=\"https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be\">Theory of Change</a>\nFurther details can be found on our website here: <a href=\"https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk\">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>. \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION\nPlease note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.\nAdditional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our <a href=\"https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/\">website</a>. We are an inclusive employer, committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). \nFor Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk\">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a> or call us on <a href=\"tel:02036689270\">020 3668 9270</a>\nPlease note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details above. \nUnfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£38,300","publishDate":"2024-11-15T09:10:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-05T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/b6185ce2-05b9-4975-bb13-10437a9004cf.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9a89c650-beaa-4239-ab63-28af9f09bef9","title":"Service Manager","employer":"Social Interest Group","department":"","location":"25 Victoria Street","locationType":3,"description":"Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of people affected by homelessness, complex needs, and involvement in the criminal justice system? Do you have the leadership skills to drive positive change in an innovative and supportive environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Service Manager overseeing our Accommodation Services and our Peer Mentoring Outreach Service.\nWe are a dynamic organisation committed to supporting individuals facing the most challenging circumstances, helping them rebuild their lives with dignity and independence. Our services provide vital accommodation, specialist support, and peer mentoring to those affected by homelessness, mental health issues, substance misuse, and contact with the criminal justice system.\nABOUT THE ROLE\nAs a Service Manager, you will play a pivotal role in leading our dedicated team to deliver high-quality, person-centered support for service users. You will oversee accommodation projects that provide safe and stable housing for individuals experiencing homelessness and ensure that tailored support is available for those with complex needs.\nYou will also manage our Peer Mentoring Outreach Service, which empowers individuals with lived experience to mentor and support those at risk. Through innovative and inclusive approaches, you will help foster resilience, self-confidence, and long-term positive outcomes for service users.\nShift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm with flexibility. Participation in the On-Call out of hours rota is also required.\nABOUT YOU\nTo succeed in this role, you will be an experienced and compassionate leader with a track record of managing services for vulnerable groups. You will be confident in developing and implementing strategies, leading teams, and working collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders.\nWe are looking for someone with:\n<ul>\n<li>Experience in managing services within the housing, homelessness, or social care sectors.</li>\n<li>Strong knowledge of complex needs such as mental health, substance misuse, and involvement in the criminal justice system.</li>\n<li>The ability to inspire and lead teams, fostering a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment.</li>\n<li>Excellent communication and partnership-building skills.</li>\n<li>A commitment to person-centered care and an understanding of trauma-informed approaches</li>\n<li>IT Proficiency, including Microsoft Office, and the ability to navigate and learn new case management systems and other types of organisational software </li>\n</ul>\nWe value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all our employees. We have a team of ambassadors who are staff volunteers and actively support us in fortifying our organisational value of Inclusivity. SIG actively encourages applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly lived experience ; Naturally, we approach any emerging issues with empathy and sensitivity. As an organisation, we’re proud to mention that our staff Ambassadors career aspirations generally benefit from embracing this unique opportunity to develop their respective skill sets in spaces that exist outside of their daily roles.\nWhat would we like, but not essential?\n<ul>\n<li>Understanding, knowledge, and/or practical application of key legislation – Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, Mental Health, Criminal Justice, Social Care, and Housing, and Health, Safety and Environment </li>\n</ul>\nWhat we offer\n<ul>\n<li>A supportive and inclusive working environment</li>\n<li>Competitive salary and benefits package</li>\n<li>The opportunity to make a real impact on people’s lives</li>\n<li>25 days annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>\n<li>Ongoing Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>\n<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing</li>\n<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>\n<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>\n<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>\n<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>\n</ul>\nIf you have the passion, creativity, and tenacity to make a real difference in people's lives, challenge stigma and make our communities safer, we would love to hear from you!\nOVERVIEW OF KEY RESPONSIBILITIES\n<ul>\n<li>\nLeadership & Management: Lead, motivate, and develop a team of staff and volunteers to provide high-quality services.</li>\n<li>\nService Delivery: Oversee the provision of accommodation and outreach services, ensuring they meet the needs of individuals affected by homelessness, complex needs, and the criminal justice system.</li>\n<li>\nPartnership Working: Work collaboratively with statutory agencies, charities, and community organizations to coordinate support and build effective referral pathways.</li>\n<li>\nBudget & Compliance: Manage budgets, ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards, and meet contractual obligations.</li>\n<li>\nStrategic Development: Drive continuous service improvement, implementing new initiatives to enhance outcomes and address the evolving needs of service users.</li>\n<li>\nPeer Mentoring Program: Oversee the peer mentoring program, providing guidance and support to mentors who use their lived experience to help others.</li>\n</ul>\nOther responsibilities than those described above may be required to be undertaken from time to time and will be expected to be performed to as long as it is within the capability and level of the position. \nPlease refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.\nABOUT US\nSocial Interest Group (SIG) believes good care and support improve lives. Our values of ambition, empowerment, transparency, and inclusivity drive everything we do. Our mission is to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.\nSIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings (including people's own homes), probation settings, and hospitals awaiting discharge. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent. We believe in the power of well-planned, well-managed services to make a difference. We work with high standards and external and internal regulatory frameworks.\nWant to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: <a href=\"https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be\">Theory of Change</a>\nFurther details can be found on our website here: <a href=\"https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk\">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>. \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION\nPlease note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.\nAdditional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our <a href=\"https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/\">website</a>. We are an inclusive employer, committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). \nFor Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk\">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a> or call us on <a href=\"tel:02036689270\">020 3668 9270</a>\nPlease note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details above. \nUnfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£35,000 - £39,999","publishDate":"2024-11-14T17:32:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-05T17:32:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/deab7290-818d-4bd1-947a-287c335b489c.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9afa8fe0-b7e2-426f-8724-5d1276a91de2","title":"1:1/ 1:2 SEND Support Teaching Assistant – KS1","employer":"Medway Council","department":"New Road Primary School & Nursery Unit","location":"New Road Primary School & Nursery Unit","locationType":3,"description":"Maternity Cover (Temporary Contract) \nAt New Road Primary School, we believe every child has the right to excel in a vibrant, safe educational environment that enhances life chances and achieves aspirations. Our children are at the heart of everything we do and they are challenged and supported to achieve their very best. We believe our values support the school being a happy community atmosphere based on our key values: Consideration, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.\nA Growth Mind-set ethos underpins our learning, building on the belief that every child can learn, we just learn at different speeds. Our school motto is simple:\nWe are a one and a half form entry, multi-cultural, school and the children’s cultures are celebrated regularly. Some of our children even become Young Interpreters supporting each other in school.\nChildren come to our school with a wide range of ability and our provision for SEND and more able children is good. We pride ourselves on our inclusive practice and we have a team of support staff who deliver specialised programmes to support access to learning.\nNew Road Primary School is a Good school (Ofsted 2023). We are a forward looking school who offer CPD opportunities and the development of our staff is essential to our development.\nWould you enjoy the challenge of working in this inclusive environment?\nWe are looking for a loyal, committed, patient colleague to work as a 1:1/ 1:2 SEND Support Teaching Assistant in one of our KS1 setting.\nIf you are interested in working at New Road, please do contact us and arrange a visit.\nNew Road Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates are subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau.\nPlease note short-listed candidates only, will be contacted for interview.\nInterview date: Tuesday 3rd December 2024","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Salary: D2 (Points 4-11) £23,114 - £25,979 pro-rata","publishDate":"2024-11-14T09:38:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-28T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/c57d76ff-7e89-498b-b98b-1f72b9598c4a.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"da4627b7-4fdb-497e-bf51-0d536eb52335","title":"Personal Assistant to Chief Executive","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid – Works part in the office (Gun Wharf) and part from home","locationType":2,"description":"This opportunity is currently being offered on a fixed term contract basis of 11 months; however, if budgets allow the contract length may be extended, though this is not guaranteed. If an internal council employee wishes to apply for this role, a secondment opportunity may be considered (please state this on your application). We’re looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual to join our fast-paced team providing support to the Chief Executive. This role will give you a unique insight into how Medway Council operates, and the opportunity to gain the knowledge and skills required to support the work of the Chief Executive. You will provide high-level support to the Chief Executive, providing key administration and diary management. You will act as the first point of contact for the Chief Executive’s office, coordinating all communications and ensuring the Chief Executive is briefed on urgent issues at the earliest opportunity. The position will operate to a hybrid work style. Office attendance will be determined by the Chief Executive, to allow collaboration. We are looking for a proactive and resilient individual who excels in ICT skills, can be flexible when working to competing deadlines, can work collaboratively with colleagues both internal and external to the organisation, has the ability to communicate effectively to a range of audiences and understands how to manage various levels of sensitive information. Medway is a great place to live, work, learn and visit, and the Chief Executive is keen to share our story. You will play a key role in supporting him to do that. Interviews are due to take place on 9 January 2025 In return we offer you: \n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\nWe're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency. Our declaration fits into our <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan\">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change. Our organisation: \nMedway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula. Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London. We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively. Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in. If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please call Natalie Paterson on 01634 332306\nImportant Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile. Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction.\nFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range 4 - £29,793 - £35,410 per annum / pro rata","publishDate":"2024-11-14T09:24:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-11T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/b025f8e4-b8bc-4ed5-b008-6d8f5de65ccc.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d438777e-bc42-434a-aa79-f28003b79a67","title":"Care Support Worker","employer":"Peabody","department":"","location":"Grays RM16. 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Your role covers all aspects of care and support. If you're a caring & compassionate person, then we want to hear from you. Weekly hours - 22.5 a week. Shift patterns - 07:00-14:30 / 14:30-22:00. A Full UK driving licence is required for this role. Could it be you? To be a success in this role, you're:<ul> <li>Able to work on a rota basis, working across a 24/7 shift pattern.</li> <li>The understanding and ability to respond to people's unique needs and desires.</li> <li>Experience of providing support to vulnerable individuals.</li> <li>The ability to maintain records, with high levels of attention to detail.</li>\n</ul>Here are just a few of the benefits of working at Peabody:<ul> <li>25 days' annual holiday, plus bank holidays </li> <li>two additional paid volunteering days each year </li> <li>flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal </li> <li>4 x salary life assurance</li> <li>up to 10% pension contribution</li>\n</ul>This role will require an enhanced DBS check. Are you ready to apply? If you have any questions about this role, please email Talent Specialist, George Murphy at george.murphy@peabody.org.uk Interviews will be taking place week commencing 2nd December. PLEASE NOTE: As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£23,400 per annum","publishDate":"2024-11-14T01:04:01.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-27T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/40d2bc6b-4ee6-41be-b581-446c4d7ba47a.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"015020a5-063a-48dd-a337-baab6bbe03dd","title":"Care Support Worker","employer":"Peabody","department":"","location":"Grays RM17. Essex","locationType":3,"description":"The vacancy Your typical day could start with creating and implementing support plans consistently and correctly for our customers. Then you might be supporting individuals to pursue hobbies and leisure activities at home and in their community by being innovative, enthusiastic and encouraging. As a Care Support Worker, you'll be assisting people to live their best life. With a particular focus supporting people with kindness and compassion. You will support people with all aspects of daily living including assisting people with their personal care and health needs. Your kind, compassionate and driven to protect the rights of the people you support. You'll respect individual characters you are supporting and the different wants and needs they may have. To be successful in this role you'll need to be available to work on a rota basis which is covered over a 24/7 period. Some waking nights and sleep ins will be required. Your role covers all aspects of care and support. If you're a caring & compassionate person, then we want to hear from you. Weekly hours - 22.5 a week. Shift patterns - 07:00-14:30 / 14:30-22:00. A Full UK driving licence is required for this role. Could it be you? To be a success in this role, you're:<ul> <li>Able to work on a rota basis, working across a 24/7 shift pattern.</li> <li>The understanding and ability to respond to people's unique needs and desires.</li> <li>Experience of providing support to vulnerable individuals.</li> <li>The ability to maintain records, with high levels of attention to detail.</li>\n</ul>Here are just a few of the benefits of working at Peabody:<ul> <li>25 days' annual holiday, plus bank holidays </li> <li>two additional paid volunteering days each year </li> <li>flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal </li> <li>4 x salary life assurance</li> <li>up to 10% pension contribution</li>\n</ul>This role will require an enhanced DBS check. Are you ready to apply? If you have any questions about this role, please email Talent Specialist, George Murphy at george.murphy@peabody.org.uk Interviews will be taking place week commencing 2nd December. PLEASE NOTE: As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£23,400 per annum","publishDate":"2024-11-14T01:04:01.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-27T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/729f3a22-1e01-4ffb-bea6-91e05b552c3b.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f00b0bc0-b004-4721-a288-d7642e838038","title":"Placement Officer","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Gun Wharf & Medway Areas","locationType":3,"description":"We are looking for an experienced, positive and motivated person for this exciting new post which is a crucial part of delivering our local Sufficiency Strategy. The post will sit within the Children’s Services Commissioning and Placements Team and will be a key conduit in working with operational Children’s Social Care Teams. You must be able to work and think creatively but have a strong organisational focus. The ability to build positive relationships with both internal and external colleagues is key to making this role a success. The successful candidate would ideally be someone with experience of working in Children’s Services or the Provider market and has excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills. We welcome applications from social work professionals. The role is to help find a “place called home” for all of Medway’s Children in Care and to help further develop quality of referrals and provisions for our young people. The postholder would be joining a successful service who has a strong and positive culture and are supportive of each other. A recent staff survey demonstrated that the team felt happy and supported in their work and was a good place to work. We are looking to expand our exceptional team with a new solution focussed senior role. In return we offer you:\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\nWe're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency. Our declaration fits into our <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan\">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change. Our organisation: Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula. Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London. We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively. Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in. If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please e-mail John Taylor on <a href=\"mailto:john.taylor@medway.gov.uk\">john.taylor@medway.gov.uk</a>. Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile. Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction. For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£24,525 - £29,268 per annum","publishDate":"2024-11-13T16:57:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-01T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/113b9505-fbad-41f2-b4c9-cf027d27eab7.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"a9d4bf0c-63af-405b-973e-a6b408dc6388","title":"Teaching Assistants","employer":"Medway Council","department":"Abbey Court Community School","location":"Abbey Court Community School","locationType":3,"description":"Are you interested in a rewarding career in the field of Special Educational Needs? If so, how about considering a position at Abbey Court School? We are looking to appoint Teaching Assistants to commence as soon as possible. Abbey Court caters for pupils aged 3-19 with Severe Learning Difficulties, and is currently located on 2 Strood sites; Cliffe Road (Nursery, Primary and brand new Secondary provision designed and purpose built specifically to meet the needs of our pupils) and Rede Court Road (Further Education). The primary site is also home to our school farm! Working hours are 32.5 p/w (8.45am – 3.45pm), term time only + 5 staff development days. Comprehensive training and induction will be provided. Childcare experience, or relevant childcare qualifications are desirable but not essential. Due to the conditions and complex needs of the pupils at Abbey Court School, continuity and consistency of support is paramount and therefore candidates for all positions will need to commit to the full working hours of the post. If you cannot commit to full-time, we are often looking for supply bank staff, please indicate on the application form. We are fully committed to safeguarding and protecting the children at Abbey Court School. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, which includes enhanced criminal records and barring check, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks. It is an offence to apply for this role, if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children. Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practices across the school. On joining, you will be required to undergo continuous professional development to maintain safe working practice, and safeguard our children and young people. \nBenefits include free car parking and KCC Pension Scheme.\nView our recruitment video at… \nhttp://www.abbeycourt.medway.sch.uk/1308/working-at-abbey-court-school","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Medway Scale, Grade D2 £17,413 - £19,572 per annum + SEN Allowance (£1,455) (FTE £23,114 to £25,979) (pay award pending)","publishDate":"2024-11-12T14:39:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-08T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/2f881393-dbd9-4312-a340-d20ac18ccce8.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9275b6f1-0974-43b1-8e48-8774f412797a","title":"Catering Assistant","employer":"Medway Council","department":"Abbey Court Community School","location":"Abbey Court Community School","locationType":3,"description":"The kitchen team take pride in the delivery of fresh and appetising food for both pupils and staff, and work to high standards following Health and Safety protocols at all times. 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Business Support & Events Officer

Medway Council

Range 4 - £29,793 - £35,410 per annum / pro rata

Fixed - Permanently office based at Gun Wharf and in the community (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Overpayment Recovery Assistant

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

£18,272 - £22,021 pro rata (FTE £22,536 - £27,159)

Opportunity for flexible/home working, Kings Hill, Tonbridge & Malling Council (Hybrid)

Posted 1 day ago

Service Manager - Youth Justice

Medway Council

£52,959 - £57,251 per annum

Broadside, Leviathan Way, Chatham Maritime, Chatham ME4 4LL (Hybrid)

Posted 1 day ago

Best Interest Assessor – Senior Social Worker

Medway Council

Range SW3 - £43,647 - £47,691 per annum / pro rata

Hybrid – Works part in the office (Gun Wharf) and part from home (Hybrid)

Posted 2 days ago

Exchequer Assistant

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

£22,536 - £27,159

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council, opportunity for remote working (Hybrid)

Posted 3 days ago

Part-Time Nursery Manager

Greenvale Primary School

Main Pay Scale pro- rata £18,990 – 26,164 per annum actual salary (£31,650 – £43,607 FTE)

Greenvale Infant School (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Approved Mental Health Professional

Medway Council

Range SW3 - £43,647 - £47,691 per annum / pro rata

Hybrid – Works part in the office (Gun Wharf) and part from home (Hybrid)

Posted 3 days ago

Closing today

Outreach Activities Worker (4 Months FTC)

Social Interest Group

£23,800

25 Victoria Street (On-Site)

Posted 6 days ago

Counter Fraud Officer

Medway Council

Range 5 (£35,935 - £41,614 per annum)

Hybrid – Works from home or in the office (Gun Wharf & Gravesham) (Hybrid)

Posted 6 days ago

Teacher – KS2

Greenvale Primary School

Main Scale £31,650 – £43,607 per annum

Greenvale Primary School (On-Site)

Posted 6 days ago

Client Financial Affairs Officer

Medway Council

Range 3 £24,525 - £29,268

Works part from home and part from Gun Wharf, Chatham (Hybrid)

Posted 6 days ago

Service Manager

Social Interest Group

£38,300

25 Victoria Street (On-Site)

Posted 6 days ago

Service Manager

Social Interest Group

£35,000 - £39,999

25 Victoria Street (On-Site)

Posted 7 days ago

1:1/ 1:2 SEND Support Teaching Assistant – KS1

New Road Primary School & Nursery Unit

Salary: D2 (Points 4-11) £23,114 - £25,979 pro-rata

New Road Primary School & Nursery Unit (On-Site)

Posted 7 days ago

Personal Assistant to Chief Executive

Medway Council

Range 4 - £29,793 - £35,410 per annum / pro rata

Hybrid – Works part in the office (Gun Wharf) and part from home (Hybrid)

Posted 7 days ago

Closing in 6 days

Care Support Worker

Peabody

£23,400 per annum

Grays RM16. Essex (On-Site)

Posted 7 days ago

Closing in 6 days

Care Support Worker

Peabody

£23,400 per annum

Grays RM17. Essex (On-Site)

Posted 7 days ago

Placement Officer

Medway Council

£24,525 - £29,268 per annum

Gun Wharf & Medway Areas (On-Site)

Posted 8 days ago

Teaching Assistants

Abbey Court Community School

Medway Scale, Grade D2 £17,413 - £19,572 per annum + SEN Allowance (£1,455) (FTE £23,114 to £25,979) (pay award pending)

Abbey Court Community School (On-Site)

Posted 9 days ago

Closing in 5 days

Catering Assistant

Abbey Court Community School

£23,114 - £25,979 pro-rata (£11.98 - £13.46 per hour) (Pending pay award)

Abbey Court Community School (On-Site)

Posted 9 days ago

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38 job vacancies in Gillingham

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Business Support & Events Officer

Overpayment Recovery Assistant

Service Manager - Youth Justice

Best Interest Assessor – Senior Social Worker

Exchequer Assistant

Part-Time Nursery Manager

Approved Mental Health Professional

Outreach Activities Worker (4 Months FTC)

Counter Fraud Officer

Teacher – KS2

Client Financial Affairs Officer

Service Manager

Service Manager

1:1/ 1:2 SEND Support Teaching Assistant – KS1

Personal Assistant to Chief Executive

Care Support Worker

Care Support Worker

Placement Officer

Teaching Assistants

Catering Assistant

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job vacancies in Gillingham