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Your work programme will provide you with the opportunity to develop your skills and build your experience for an assured future career.</p>\n<p>The team is responsible for:</p>\n<p>•             Development of the Medium-Term Financial Strategy, Capital Strategy and the Treasury Management Strategy Statement</p>\n<p>•             Co-ordination, management and accounting for corporate funds</p>\n<p>•             Compilation, governance and funding of the Authority’s capital programme</p>\n<p>•             Responsible for financial asset management accounting (including leasing)</p>\n<p>•             provide financial analysis and support for major schemes/projects</p>\n<p>•             maintenance and development of financial systems</p>\n<p>•             lead on risk management within the Authority</p>\n<p>•             liaison with budget and service managers</p>\n<p>Given our proposed investment in you we are looking for individuals with a proven good exam technique who are committed to Merton and its goals.</p>","shortDescription":"<p>Training opportunity for public sector CCAB qualified accountants in Merton, involving on-the-job experience, with an emphasis on financial strategy and analysis.</p>","salaryDescription":"Grade / Salary - ME8 - ME13 - £34,416- £50,574 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-04T09:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-28T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/605cfeb6-dd96-495d-958e-c51363312e8f.png","score":1,"featured":true,"enhanced":true},{"id":"5863d04d-ded2-47c4-bd38-00f1ff6958ca","title":"Senior Environmental Health Officer","employer":"Elmbridge Borough Council","department":"","location":"Elmbridge Borough Council, Civic Centre, High Street, Esher, Surrey, KT10 9SD","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Senior Environmental Health Officer (Food and Safety)</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Employer</strong>: Elmbridge Borough Council</p>\n<p><strong>Salary</strong>: £46,599 - £53,329</p>\n<p><strong>Location</strong>: Elmbridge Borough Council, Civic Centre, High Street, Esher, Surrey, KT10 9SD</p>\n<p><strong>Contract</strong>: Permanent</p>\n<p><strong>Working Pattern</strong>: Full Time</p>\n<p><strong>Hours</strong>: 36 hours per week.</p>\n<p><strong>DBS Check</strong>: No</p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date</strong>: 9am on Friday 16<sup>th</sup> May 2025</p>\n<p><strong>Reference</strong>: PRN000414 /EHO (FS)</p>\n<p><strong>Is it time for a new challenge? Have you started thinking work is getting a bit repetitive? Would you like to work in a great team, committed to the community they support? If ‘yes’, think Elmbridge!</strong></p>\n<p>We are looking for a talented, committed Environmental Health Professional - we are looking for you!</p>\n<p>As part of the Planning and Environmental Health team, you will work within our Food and Safety team, who are, quite frankly, a great bunch of people!</p>\n<p>You will help deliver food safety, health and safety, infectious disease control, skin piercing regulation, street trading control and our wider public health remit, all the while protecting our residents and supporting our local businesses. Come and help us develop a thriving and sustainable Elmbridge.</p>\n<p><strong>About us</strong></p>\n<p>We know we ask a lot, but the good news is that we give a lot too.</p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Learning and development:</strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Professional development is important, and we will support you in creating a bespoke learning and development plan.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Flexibility:</strong>\n<ul>\n<li>We know hybrid working is here to stay and we will discuss the right mix of home and office for you and you the service.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Wellbeing:</strong>\n<ul>\n<li>When you thrive Elmbridge thrives, which is why we have developed a strong and varied wellbeing programme for our employees.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p> <strong>The package</strong>:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Not forgetting our excellent pension and ‘Thrive’ package of employee benefits and discounts with various local businesses. 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We provide the equipment and tools to enable you to work flexibly, and in return ask you to use that flexibility to be creative and ambitious in the services we deliver. <br><br> There are some really exciting things happening in both Sutton and Kingston. We are developing the London Cancer Hub, a world leading cancer research and treatment hub that will bring together professionals from across different sectors to identify and test new treatments and therapies. We are undertaking the largest housing regeneration programme ever delivered in Kingston, building new energy efficient housing that will transform some of our oldest Council owned housing. Both boroughs have publicly committed to doing what they can to tackle the climate emergency and are investing in new technologies and societal change that will help bring carbon emissions down and improve our climate impact. <br><br> You should choose Sutton and Kingston if you are looking for an opportunity that will challenge you to deliver more, support you to achieve personal ambitions, and expect you to put borough residents at the heart of what you do. <br><br> Sutton is a well connected attractive part of London that has a reputation for excellent schools, green and leafy open spaces, and a history that drives a thriving heritage and culture offer through our museums and libraries. The Council is controlled by a long established Liberal Democrat Administration and has high ambitions set out in its corporate plan \"Ambitious for Sutton\", that will ensure Sutton remains a great place to live, work and raise a family. The Council plays a leading role in a number of local partnerships and places great emphasis on engaging effectively with its residents, listening to local voices and making their message heard across London Government. <br><br> Kingston is a beautiful Royal borough with a historic setting on the banks of the Thames with excellent schools and a bustling retail centre, all surrounded by open green spaces such as Richmond Park and Bushey Park, former recreation grounds for Tudor Kings and Queens. The Council is controlled by a Liberal Democrat Administration and has a council plan \"Greener, Fairer, Safer, Together\", that sets out a vision to be a vibrant, diverse and inclusive borough where residents are active, empowered, engaged and able to remain independent and resilient. The Council engages with residents through a number of forums and events through the year, and like Sutton plays a leading role in developing the South West Region of London. <br> <br> About the Service and Team : <br> The Client Finance Team is responsible for managing the finances and welfare benefits of vulnerable residents in our borough who are unable to manage their finances themselves. The team works closely with the DWP, colleagues in Adult Social Care and also vulnerable adults. <br> <br> About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : <br> <strong> About the role </strong> <br><br> To lead a small team of three officers. Ensure the team adheres to internal audit requirements, as well as adhering to the Office of Public Guardian and local authority duties under the Care Act 2014. Ensure the work of the team is kept to a high standard. <br><br> <strong> </strong><ul>\n<li> Deliver client finance advice and guidance in broad area of expertise to ensure customer needs are met. </li>\n<li> Identify and implement improvements in own work area in order to deliver continuous service improvement and improved outcomes to customers. </li>\n<li> Regularly communicate with internal customers to share information and build working relationships to support collaborative working. </li>\n<li> Keep up to date with changes in relevant policy and legislation to ensure delivery in own work area is effective and complies with appropriate regulations/statutory guidance </li>\n<li> Manage a small team of staff to ensure they are delivering services within agreed standards 3 FTE Client Finance Officers and 0.5 FTE Protection of Property Officer </li>\n</ul><strong> <br> </strong><strong> </strong> <br><br> <strong> About you </strong> <br><br> The successful candidate will have experience in leading a small team/ have previous supervisory experience. Local authority finance experience would be desirable. You will be a people focused person with a good eye for detail and good communication skills. <br> <br> Our Offer to You : <br> As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team. <br><br> In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. <br><br> Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li> Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) </li>\n<li> Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only) </li>\n<li> Three volunteering days per year in Sutton or Kingston </li>\n<li> Comprehensive learning and development programme </li>\n<li> Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities </li>\n<li> Interest free season ticket loans </li>\n<li> Local Government Pension Scheme </li>\n<li> Car parking scheme </li>\n<li> Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme </li>\n<li> Zip car scheme </li>\n<li> Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses </li>\n<li> Confidential wellbeing and counselling support </li>\n<li> Subsidised gym membership </li>\n</ul>Application Process : Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. <br><br> The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. <br> Additional Information : <br> We pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing\" title=\"Workforce Equalities Report - Highlights\">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. <br><br> We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda. <br><br> The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know\">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£37,068 - £43,299 (£45,510 unconsolidated maximum)","publishDate":"2025-04-21T03:01:16.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-06T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/14c5a51b-a428-45b1-9a7b-75a265e35362.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"47d4816f-d21c-46bf-a3b4-c63b8953a45f","title":"Archive Family History Centre Manager","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Sutton","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough : <br>In Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ. <br><br>Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.<br><br>All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.<br><br>Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There's also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.<br> <br> About the Service and Team : <br> Sutton Council's Cultural Services is made up of a network of eight public libraries, three heritage houses, an archive and Family History Centre, and a year-round cultural programme for all ages. <br><br> The Archive and Family History Centre Manager will lead the development and delivery of a customer facing Archive within Sutton Council's Cultural Services, working with partners, communities and volunteers to maximise collections engagement and sustainability in Sutton. <br><br> The successful candidate will be expected to:<ul>\n<li> manage local and archive collections, including storage, preservation, acquisitions, disposal, documentation and cataloguing within international standards, ensuring that the best service is provided within allocated resources. </li>\n<li> develop a sustainable strategy for the recording and preservation of all digital assets in the collection. </li>\n<li> prepare agreed funding bids and manage resulting projects. </li>\n<li> lead the migration of all legacy data from the Collections Management System to Axiell Collections. </li>\n<li> advise and provide technical specification for archival requirements as part of the Council's planned move to the new Civic Hub in 2029, collating relevant data and producing reports for the service and senior management as required. </li>\n</ul>About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : <br> An exciting opportunity within Sutton Council's Archive and Family History Centre, with a focus on supporting the move to a new Civic Hub. <br> <strong> </strong><strong> </strong> <br><br><strong> About you </strong><br><br> The successful candidate will:<ul>\n<li> have an ARA recognised Archive qualification and experience of working in a busy public searchroom. </li>\n<li> have experience in heritage environments, with a strong grasp of archival policies, and collections management. </li>\n<li> be highly organised, self-motivated, able to show initiative and passionate about this area of expertise. </li>\n<li> have technical and professional skill and knowledge of using collections management software and specialist Archive equipment, some experience migrating data is desirable. </li>\n<li> have experience of coordinating, supervising and motivating volunteers. </li>\n<li> have the skills to produce meaningful reports for senior management, in order to make recommendations for service improvements and contribute to the delivery of key corporate objectives and the Cultural Strategy. </li>\n</ul>Our Offer to You : <br>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.<br><br>In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.<br><br>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li>\n<li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year </li>\n<li> Three volunteering days per year in Sutton </li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Car parking scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul>Application Process : <br>Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.<br><br>To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.<br><br>The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.<br> <br> Additional Information : <br>We pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing\" title=\"Workforce Equalities Report - Highlights\">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.<br><br>We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.<br><br>The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. 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Our residents are referred to gain support with their Mental Health and other multiple complex needs. Our aim is to support them and help them prepare for independent living, whilst managing their individual risks. You will be at the heart of providing person centred support in a tailored way, to help our residents improve their quality of life, and achieve their personal goals through providing flexible support. </p>\n<p>In this role, you will be at the centre of researching, sourcing, and providing various opportunities for our residents. This can include partnering with external employers for employment opportunities, liaising with colleges for courses and upskilling opportunities, or community based projects which residents can get involved in. The role is dynamic and you can put your own ideas forward to bring new ideas to the team to help support our residents have access to wider resources. You will work closely with the rest of the care and support teams to enhance the opportunities available to our residents. </p>\n<p>You will work directly with our residents to support them to overcome their personal barriers and challenges to achieve positive outcomes. You will do this through one to one support sessions, group sessions and activities, and general support with their daily living.</p>\n<p>The role further includes:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Plan and deliver various activities which includes within the service and outside in the local community to help gain a sense of community and belonging. This can include days out to museums, community events and other areas of interest by our residents</li>\n<li>Plan in service events to bring residents together which could include group cooking sessions, games days, sporting events, and religious festivals.</li>\n<li>Keeping support plans up to date using our online portal</li>\n<li>Carrying out housing management support including welfare benefits support</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<p>We're looking for someone who has a true passion to support those who face challenges with their mental health and that may have substance dependency. You will be able to build rapport and trusting relations in a professional setting, and able to build positive outcomes. You will be creative in your approach to find new ways to bring people together to gain a sense of community and belonging through various events and activities both in house and externally. You will have an adaptable and flexible approach to helping others, with an understanding that each individual has different levels and types of support needs. </p>\n<p>You will have an understanding and ability to help others overcome their personal barriers, and will be motivated to want to make a difference to people's lives. This is a fulfilling role, and is the perfect fit for someone who has a real passion in helping others. You will have:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Awareness of external opportunities which are available such as with education, employment and benefits</li>\n<li>Experience working with people with multiple and complex needs, ideally in mental health</li>\n<li>Ability to show empathy and compassion to our residents, and different challenges they face</li>\n<li>Ability  to motivate, and empower others to achieve their personal goals and overcome barriers</li>\n<li>IT ability to use our online CRM systems and Microsoft programs daily</li>\n<li>Understanding of the different needs people with multiple and complex needs have and be aware of the social marginalisation that can be attached to people who face personal challenges</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>What we offer</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) 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<li>Be part of an organisation which believes good care and support improves lives.</li>\n<li>Join an organisation with a mission to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We are 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. 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. </p>\n<p>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. </p>\n<p><strong>About Social Interest Group (SIG)</strong></p>\n<p>SIG 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.</p>\n<p>Want 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> Further 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>. </p>\n<p><strong>ADDITIONAL INFORMATION</strong></p>\n<p>Please 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.</p>\n<p>Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below. </p>\n<p>For 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 our central office on <a href=\"tel:02036689270\">020 3668 9270</a> to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back. </p>\n<p>Additional 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>.</p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><strong>Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions. </strong></p>\n</blockquote>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£27,000","publishDate":"2025-04-17T16:26:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-18T16:26:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/0edd9b17-0ec3-49ca-8d11-22224b2039bf.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"531e42fe-c954-4520-aaef-b8aa97473c9c","title":"Positive Engagement Worker","employer":"Social Interest Group","department":"","location":"17 Meadow View Road","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Job Title: </strong>Positive Engagement Worker</p>\n<p><strong>Location:</strong> Based in Croydon, CR0 1EB, you will be based across multiple properties in the area</p>\n<p><strong>Salary: </strong>£27,000</p>\n<p><strong>Shift Pattern: </strong>37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:00, you may also be required to work weekends and bank holidays as per service requirements.</p>\n<p><strong>About the role</strong></p>\n<p>We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Positive Engagement Worker to join our team based in Croydon which aims to deliver residential based support to people referred by South London and Maudsley Trust (SLaM). Our residents are referred to gain support with their Mental Health and other multiple complex needs. Our aim is to support them and help them prepare for independent living, whilst managing their individual risks. You will be at the heart of providing person centred support in a tailored way, to help our residents improve their quality of life, and achieve their personal goals through providing flexible support. </p>\n<p>In this role, you will be at the centre of researching, sourcing, and providing various opportunities for our residents. This can include partnering with external employers for employment opportunities, liaising with colleges for courses and upskilling opportunities, or community based projects which residents can get involved in. The role is dynamic and you can put your own ideas forward to bring new ideas to the team to help support our residents have access to wider resources. You will work closely with the rest of the care and support teams to enhance the opportunities available to our residents. </p>\n<p>You will work directly with our residents to support them to overcome their personal barriers and challenges to achieve positive outcomes. You will do this through one to one support sessions, group sessions and activities, and general support with their daily living.</p>\n<p>The role further includes:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Plan and deliver various activities which includes within the service and outside in the local community to help gain a sense of community and belonging. This can include days out to museums, community events and other areas of interest by our residents</li>\n<li>Plan in service events to bring residents together which could include group cooking sessions, games days, sporting events, and religious festivals.</li>\n<li>Keeping support plans up to date using our online portal</li>\n<li>Carrying out housing management support including welfare benefits support</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<p>We're looking for someone who has a true passion to support those who face challenges with their mental health and that may have substance dependency. You will be able to build rapport and trusting relations in a professional setting, and able to build positive outcomes. You will be creative in your approach to find new ways to bring people together to gain a sense of community and belonging through various events and activities both in house and externally. You will have an adaptable and flexible approach to helping others, with an understanding that each individual has different levels and types of support needs. </p>\n<p>You will have an understanding and ability to help others overcome their personal barriers, and will be motivated to want to make a difference to people's lives. This is a fulfilling role, and is the perfect fit for someone who has a real passion in helping others. You will have:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Awareness of external opportunities which are available such as with education, employment and benefits</li>\n<li>Experience working with people with multiple and complex needs, ideally in mental health</li>\n<li>Ability to show empathy and compassion to our residents, and different challenges they face</li>\n<li>Ability  to motivate, and empower others to achieve their personal goals and overcome barriers</li>\n<li>IT ability to use our online CRM systems and Microsoft programs daily</li>\n<li>Understanding of the different needs people with multiple and complex needs have and be aware of the social marginalisation that can be attached to people who face personal challenges</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>What we offer</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) 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<li>Be part of an organisation which believes good care and support improves lives.</li>\n<li>Join an organisation with a mission to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We are 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. 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. </p>\n<p>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. </p>\n<p><strong>About Social Interest Group (SIG)</strong></p>\n<p>SIG 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.</p>\n<p>Want 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> Further 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>. </p>\n<p><strong>ADDITIONAL INFORMATION</strong></p>\n<p>Please 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.</p>\n<p>Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below. </p>\n<p>For 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 our central office on <a href=\"tel:02036689270\">020 3668 9270</a> to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back. </p>\n<p>Additional 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>.</p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><strong>Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions. </strong></p>\n</blockquote>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£27,000","publishDate":"2025-04-17T16:24:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-18T16:24:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/3e5242cf-c89b-4077-8a4f-3395d11fae9c.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"12e169ca-6d45-46f0-a31b-a2c5525685c2","title":"Public Health Consultant","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Sutton","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough : <br>In Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ. <br><br>Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.<br><br>All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.<br><br>Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There's also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.<br> <br> About the Service and Team : The Public Health team in Sutton is a busy and dynamic team. We are forward-looking with ambitions to significantly improve the health and wellbeing of our borough's population and reduce health inequalities. Good health matters to individuals and society but we don't all have the same opportunities to live healthy lives. We believe that everyone deserves equal opportunities for good health. Health inequalities arise because of the conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work and age. These conditions influence people's opportunities for good health and shape their mental health, physical health and wellbeing. Evidence shows that people living in our most deprived areas face the worst health inequalities in relation to health access, experiences and outcomes. <br> About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : <br><b> <strong> Fancy a Career in Public Health? Sutton Needs You! </strong> </b><br><br> <strong> Want to make a real difference in a vibrant London borough? Come join our Public Health team in Sutton! </strong> <br><br> We're looking for a passionate and progressive Public Health Consultant to help us improve the health and wellbeing of our residents. Sutton is a diverse and dynamic place, and we're committed to tackling health inequalities and creating a healthier community for everyone. <br><br> This is a fixed-term locum consultant role for six months initially. <br><br><strong> About the role: </strong><br><br> You'll be a key player in shaping public health in Sutton and your responsibilities will include<ul>\n<li> Working with the DPH to provide expert advice to the Council and partner organisations on a wide range of public health issues. </li>\n<li> Working collaboratively with stakeholders across the public, private, and voluntary sectors to address health inequalities and improve population health. </li>\n<li> Developing and implementing evidence-based public health strategies and interventions. </li>\n<li> Monitoring and evaluating the impact of public health interventions and ensuring continuous improvement. </li>\n<li> Helping to coach and develop junior colleagues in the team </li>\n</ul><strong> What you'll bring: </strong><br><br> You are<ul>\n<li> Experienced in the world of public health, from planning, to doing, to checking results and impact. </li>\n<li> A great leader and communicator who is able to get everyone on board. </li>\n<li> A whiz at analyzing data and able to make smart decisions to solve problems. </li>\n<li> A believer in the ability of local government to improve the health of residents: and you have the judgement and ability to contribute to and influence corporate ambitions. </li>\n<li> Passionate about fairness and making sure everyone has a chance to be healthy. </li>\n<li> Interested in working with communities to build resilience to tackle health inequalities </li>\n<li> Determined to make the case for prevention and committed to strengthening local research and evaluation. </li>\n</ul>Our Offer to You : <br>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.<br><br>In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.<br><br>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li> Good salary - LBS Grade 12 £92,223 - £117,679. </li>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li>\n<li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year </li>\n<li> Three volunteering days per year in Sutton </li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme <strong>( Continued contributions to NHS Pension Scheme where applicable) </strong>\n</li>\n<li>Car parking scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul><strong> Interested? </strong><br><br> Please contact <a href=\"mailto:cmtsupport@sutton.gov.uk\"> cmtsupport@sutton.gov.uk </a> to arrange a chat with Imran Choudhury our current Director of Public Health. <br><br> We can't wait to hear from you! <br> <br> Application Process : <br>Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.<br><br>To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.<br><br>The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.<br> <br> Additional Information : <br>We pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing\" title=\"Workforce Equalities Report - Highlights\">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.<br><br>We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.<br><br>The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know\">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance.<br><br>#LI-SR1","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£92,223 - £112,283 (£117,679 unconsolidated maximum)","publishDate":"2025-04-17T03:01:13.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-02T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/f3de623e-c1c0-44f0-8c8d-7b1c66898dcf.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9175fdca-1466-44e0-83c7-45f808aa3604","title":"ASYE Academy - Adults and Children's","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Sutton","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough : <br>In Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ. <br><br>Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.<br><br>All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.<br><br>Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There's also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.<br> <br> About the Service and Team : <br> The Ofsted inspection of Children's Services rated us as 'Good' and 'Outstanding' for leadership of services, highlighting aspirational children's services being delivered for children and families in Sutton. Effective partnership working is key to achieving our ambitions. <br><br> Our ASYE programme is delivered jointly between adults and children social care and is supported by highly experienced and dedicated ASYE assessors who are qualified Practice Educators. You will have a comprehensive induction, regular supervision and protected study time to complete a portfolio of evidence which includes: self-assessments, direct observations, critical reflection logs, and setting learning objectives for your professional development plan. <br><br> You will take part in professionally facilitated Action Learning Sets, and a wide range of training and other learning opportunities to help you develop your knowledge, understanding, skills and confidence to take on more complex cases as you progress through the programme. We want you to flourish as you grow and develop in your social work practice, and you will be aided by a supportive management and team environment. <br> <br> About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : <br> Newly Qualified Social Worker (ASYE) Academy - Children and Adults <br><br> Do you have the potential to make a visible difference to the lives of children & adults and their families to help us meet care and support needs across our borough as a Newly Qualified Social Worker (ASYE) at the London Borough of Sutton? <br><br> Salary - £40,755 - £48,531 (£50,574 unconsolidated maximum) per annum (grade 8) - Please note all successful applicants will be placed at spinal point 28 - £40,755 per annum <br><br> Full-time: 36 hours per week <br><br> The London Borough of Sutton is looking to recruit our next cohort of Newly Qualified Social Workers to start their Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE). We are delighted that we have a high success and retention rate of our previous cohorts, who we are very proud of. In fact - some of our earlier ASYE are now in management positions! <br><br> If you have recently completed (within the last 2 years) or are currently in the process of completing your social work qualification, and are a motivated and committed individual with the passion and enthusiasm to embark on the challenge of working within a local authority, then we want to hear from you. <br><br> Sutton is a culturally diverse borough, with excellent links to central London and a range of staff benefits available, it's a great place to start your social work career. <br><br> Our programme is offered to individuals who are interested in either Children or Adult Services. <strong> </strong><br><br><strong> PLEASE NOTE: WHEN COMPLETING YOUR APPLICATION SPECIFY YOUR PREFERENCE FOR EITHER CHILDREN'S OR ADULTS SERVICES </strong><br><br> Sutton's Children's Services are committed to delivering services that make a real visible difference for children and their families. In Sutton we want to be excellent in everything we do and have plans in place to support us. We were judged as Good by Ofsted in the 2016 inspection - report published on 13/02/17. Our journey to Outstanding continues. Our monitoring visits have been very positive, highlighting our approach to the Restorative model of practice. Our latest Inspection published in February 2022 rated us as outstanding for leadership - so you will thrive within our service <br><br> Sutton Adult's services are committed in delivering excellent services to Adults and their families within the borough by using a Strength based approach to empower Adults and their families to support wellbeing in regaining and maintaining their independence. Adult services constantly strives towards excellence ensuring the most vulnerable adults in the borough are safeguarded. <br><br> The ASYE programme is delivered within a social work academy framework. The programme is designed to offer our Newly Qualified Social Workers the maximum opportunity to develop their social work practice and knowledge based on the Knowledge and Skills Statement for Child and Family Practitioners and Social Workers in Adult services. <br><br> We offer a protected caseload for the duration of the ASYE programme, a comprehensive programme of learning and development opportunities, and regular individual and group reflective supervision. Our standards are high for our residents so join us on this incredible journey. <br><br> We are welcoming applications from Newly Qualified Social Workers who are able to show initiative, leadership, and a commitment to working in a busy local authority environment and can develop individual practice and our services to an outstanding standard with the support of the Senior Leadership Team. <br> <br> Our Offer to You : <br>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.<br><br>In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.<br><br>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li>\n<li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year </li>\n<li> Three volunteering days per year in Sutton </li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Car parking scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul>Application Process : <br>Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.<br><br>To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.<br><br>The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.<br> <br> Additional Information : <br>We pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing\" title=\"Workforce Equalities Report - Highlights\">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.<br><br>We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.<br><br>The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know\">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£40,755 - £48,531 (£50,574 unconsolidated maximum)","publishDate":"2025-04-17T03:01:13.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-28T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/ae4d6e0e-71ae-449d-9ae6-adc127f09b34.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"927e175d-45e5-4cf1-8007-84b4a2388631","title":"Deputy Service Manager (Days and Nights)","employer":"Social Interest Group","department":"","location":"48- 50 Friends Road","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Job Title: </strong>Deputy Service Manager </p>\n<p><strong>Location:</strong> In Service based in Croydon, CR0 1EB. You will be required to work across multiple services within the area. </p>\n<p><strong>Salary: </strong>£30,200</p>\n<p><strong>Shift Pattern: </strong>37.5 hours per week Monday to Sunday, working across a rota which will include day and night shifts as we provide a 24 hour service.  </p>\n<p><strong>About the role</strong></p>\n<p>We are looking for a Deputy Service Manager to join our team based in Croydon, providing leadership and line management to a team of night staff which is around 10 people in total. You will provide support and supervision sessions at night, and general leadership to the team so they feel empowered to be productive and perform well within their roles. You will further ensure a quality service is delivered in line with our contractual requirements to the residents. You will be responsible for creating a psychologically informed environment (PIE) with person centred support during all hours. You will work closely with the day teams to ensure a smooth handover from the day to night. </p>\n<p>This service is a Forensic Mental Health provision for 27 people across 4 sites in Croydon. For your own personal safety, you will require to have access to your own transport as you will need to travel between our 4 sites during the night shift to provide managerial support to the teams. The teams support our residents with person centred support, to empower them to overcome their personal barriers with their mental health, to have greater independence and fulfilled living. The service is responsible for holding various activities, group sessions, and one to one support to enable residents to build their personal skills and experiences to achieve their goals. </p>\n<p><strong>The role includes:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Line Management and Leadership, supporting your team providing advice, guidance and support throughout their employment lifecycle</li>\n<li>Support the Service Manager in leading the day to day operational delivery of the service</li>\n<li>Risk Management ownership, ensuring processes and policies are followed</li>\n<li>Property and Housing Management, ensuring the accommodation meets our requirements, and repairs and maintenance are regularly reported and completed</li>\n<li>Financial Management, including petty cash and budget management</li>\n<li>Contract management and Internal auditing, admin, and general other duties as required. </li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<p>We are seeking a passionate, driven and motivated colleague to lead this service in a trauma informed and inclusive way. Someone who is knowledgeable in the needs of our residents, particularly mental health and can support the team in delivering excellence. You will be driven with passion for what we do, and be able to work flexibly to meet service needs, providing new ideas and opportunities to develop the service further to continue to achieve excellence!</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Experience of working with people with mental health and complex backgrounds</li>\n<li>Ability to lead a team to achieve service KPI's</li>\n<li>Ability to provide advice, support and guidance to a team on all aspects of the service such as resident related enquiries which can include housing, mental health support, signposting</li>\n<li>Ability to promote the service externally to enhance reputation in the area and with partner organisations</li>\n<li>Willingness and ability to work flexibly to meet service needs</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<li>Understanding and/or practical knowledge of the social and societal marginalisation that can be attached to people with mental health issues, addiction, exploitation, homelessness and within the criminal justice system </li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>What we offer</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) 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<li>Be part of an organisation which believes good care and support improves lives.</li>\n<li>Join an organisation with a mission to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We are 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. </p>\n<p>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. </p>\n<p>Want 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> Further 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>.  </p>\n<p><strong>ADDITIONAL INFORMATION</strong></p>\n<p>Please 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.</p>\n<p>Please 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 below. </p>\n<p>For 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 our central office on <a href=\"tel:02036689270\">020 3668 9270</a> to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back. </p>\n<p>Additional 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>.</p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><strong>Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions. </strong></p>\n</blockquote>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£30,200","publishDate":"2025-04-16T16:21:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-14T16:21:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/128d6ff5-5801-4033-8424-635f73071164.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"4f9ae98c-045d-4a88-a033-1592c5566b33","title":"Housing Services Manager","employer":"CCHA","department":"","location":"Croydon","locationType":3,"description":"<p><span><strong>Do you want to be part of a caring, forward thinking team who make a difference? Join us as our Housing Services Manager.</strong></span></p><p><span><strong>Housing Services Manager</strong></span></p><ul>\n<li><span>Full time: 35 hours per week</span></li>\n<li><span>Permanent</span></li>\n<li><span>Office Location: Croydon</span></li>\n<li><span>Hybrid working: 2-3 days in office/on site, dependent on business needs</span></li>\n<li><span>Salary: £65,897</span></li>\n<li><span>Reports to: Director of Customers</span></li>\n<li><span>Benefits on offer: 25 days leave (+1 day increase after each year of employment), extra holidays for celebration days, matching pension, private healthcare and health plan benefit provider, flexible working, and more.</span></li>\n<li><span>Interview dates: 13 & 16 May 2025</span></li>\n<li><span>Advert Closing date: 5 May at 23:59</span></li>\n</ul><p><span><strong>We are looking for an exceptional individual who shares our passion and commitment to deliver the best possible services to our residents. </strong></span><span>As the lead for our Supported Housing and Older Persons Independent Living accommodation, you'll have the opportunity to really shape and improve services and make a difference.</span></p><p><span><strong>Essential requirements:</strong></span></p><ul>\n<li>\n<span>DBS, </span><span>Right to Work, d</span><span>riving license</span>\n</li>\n<li><span>Extensive experience working in social housing</span></li>\n<li><span>Staff management experience</span></li>\n</ul><p><span><strong> </strong><strong>What you’ll bring to ccha:</strong></span></p><ul>\n<li>\n<span>Customer focused with a</span><span>bility to understand customer needs</span>\n</li>\n<li><span>Track record delivering high standards and improvements</span></li>\n<li><span>Successful project management skills</span></li>\n<li><span>Experience developing partnerships</span></li>\n</ul><p><span><strong>Essential criteria & key skills</strong></span></p><ul>\n<li><span>Experience working in supported/older persons housing</span></li>\n<li><span>Knowledge of legislation & good practice in housing/estate management</span></li>\n<li><span>Contract management, procurement and compliance experience</span></li>\n<li><span>Developing policies/procedures</span></li>\n<li><span>Excellent communication & competent IT skills</span></li>\n<li><span>Able to prioritise, make sound decisions and get things done</span></li>\n<li><span>Able to work collaboratively and inspire others</span></li>\n<li><span>Ability to adapt, use initiative and achieve successful outcomes</span></li>\n</ul><p><span><strong>About us </strong>Founded as Croydon Churches Housing Association, ccha is a social housing provider with a focus on quality homes and excellent customer care. We have 1600 homes across 3 London Boroughs, Croydon, Sutton & Bromley. These include social housing, shared ownership and outright sales.</span></p><p><span><strong>If you’re interested, please apply via </strong><a href=\"https://ccha.biz/about-us/working-for-us/\"><strong>https://ccha.biz/about-us/working-for-us/ </strong></a><strong>where the full job description can be found. Please apply for this role through the ccha website (detailed above) to complete an application to be considered.</strong></span></p><p><span>Please note, correspondence regarding your application form will come from either of the email addresses email@vacancyfiller.net or HR@ccha.co.uk.  </span></p><p><span>Equal Opportunities Statement: ccha is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you need any assistance with your application please contact <a href=\"mailto:hr@ccha.co.uk\">hr@ccha.co.uk</a></span></p><p> </p><p><span><strong>Other roles you may have experience could include</strong>: Supported Housing Manager, Sheltered Housing Manager, Neighbourhood Manager, thanks</span></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£65897 Per Annum","publishDate":"2025-04-16T14:27:03.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-14T14:06:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/04f9b4ad-cbf0-46be-8fa1-ea68be6f461c.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"ba2cc267-1b6e-4440-bfa7-d2664480e5fd","title":"Debt Recovery Assistant","employer":"Elmbridge Borough Council","department":"","location":"Elmbridge Borough Council, Civic Centre, High Street, Esher, Surrey, KT10 9SD","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Debt Recovery Assistant</p>\n<p>Salary: £30,032 - £37,841 (Scale 4 – Scale 6 (Bar 25))</p>\n<p>Elmbridge Borough Council are committed to providing a first -class service to its customers and in recognition of this commitment, we equip and fully train our officers to be true customer champions.</p>\n<p>If you.</p>\n<ul>\n<li>have a positive “can do attitude”.</li>\n<li>enjoy dealing with a variety of people.</li>\n<li>are self-motivated.</li>\n<li>are resilient.</li>\n<li>and a team player</li>\n</ul>\n<p>then this role within our debt recovery team might interest you!</p>\n<p>We are looking for  individuals with a positive and compassionate attitude to join our team, with primary responsibility for recovering monies owed to the Council across a wide range of services, such as council tax, non-domestic rates, Bids, housing benefit overpayments and sundry debts.</p>\n<p>Although predominantly based at the Council’s main office in Esher this role does allow for the opportunity of working from home where operational needs of the service allows.</p>\n<p>You will work alongside colleagues with a focus on collecting unpaid council tax and business rates in a fair and ethical manner from our residents and businesses. This will involve handling phone communication from customers to negotiate sustainable payment arrangements, dealing with written enquires, emails and face-to-face visits to the office. Also liaising with external agencies, with the Council’s enforcement agents and will need the ability to communicate sensitively, with care and empathy with a wide range of people throughout the Elmbridge Borough.</p>\n<p>Ideally you will have experience within a debt recovery environment, the confidence to be able to manage difficult conversations and refined negotiation skills to obtain the best outcome for all parties. However, if you have proven experience with members of the public, face to face, written communication and on the telephone full training will be provided.</p>\n<p>For more information about the post please contact Ann Charles on 01372 474243 or <a href=\"mailto:acharles@elmbridge.gov.uk\">acharles@elmbridge.gov.uk</a>.</p>\n<p>Closing date: 14<sup>th</sup> May 2025 @ 9:00 am</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£30,032 - £37,841 (Scale 4 – Scale 6 (Bar 25))","publishDate":"2025-04-16T10:03:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-14T08:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/94b934ae-36b0-408e-ba31-bfe243ad5316.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"fb75f7f1-794b-47c1-96d4-664c111b20eb","title":"Children & Young People's Disability Service - Service Manager","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Sutton","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough : <br>In Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ. <br><br>Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.<br><br>All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.<br><br>Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There's also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.<br> <br> About the Service and Team : <br>The London Borough of Sutton \"is uncompromising in its focus on improving quality of frontline social work\" - Ofsted<br><br>London Borough of Sutton works closely with Kingston University and regional partners as part of the Developing Together Social Work Teaching Partnership (SWTP). The partnership offers staff a wide range of pre and post qualifying education opportunities to promote continuous learning and development. This includes staff being encouraged to support the practice education of Social Work students and those in the assessed and supported year in employment (ASYE). Staff are also given the opportunity to attend conferences, workshops and have access to research and practice resources to support their ongoing professional development.<br><br>Children's Social Care is going through an important change to meet the growing needs of the children and families we support. We are making many improvements to ensure that care for children is better and to create positive working environments for our staff. With committed leaders and experienced managers, we are bringing fresh ideas to our work and are helping to make real improvements in how we support children and families. Our aim is to provide high-quality care that helps children thrive while also creating an inclusive, diverse, and supportive environment for our staff to develop their careers.<br> <br> About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : <br>Join Children Social Care as a Service Manager within our Children and Young People Disability Service (CYPDS) and enjoy a Golden Hello along with a Recruitment and Retention Bonus, outlined as follows:<br><br>£1,000 paid with your first month's salary<br>£1,000 for your first completed year of service<br>£2,000 for your second completed year of service<br>£3,000 for your third completed year of service and each year thereafter<br>With a total salary package of up to £68,476, inclusive of bonuses and benefits, this is an excellent opportunity to elevate your career in social care.<br><br>As a Service Manager for a CYPDS Team within Children Social Care, your responsibilities will include:<br><br>Provide leadership to a team of social care professionals to ensure that all interventions are child-centred, emphasising the best interests of the children and young people in our care.<br>Develop and implement children-focused policies, procedures, and best practices that enhance service delivery.<br>Manage budget planning and resource allocation effectively to ensure sustainability and efficiency of services.<br>Ensure the highest standards of safeguarding practices are maintained, promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and young people.<br>Fostering a positive team culture that encourages professional development opportunities for staff.<br>You will play a pivotal role in providing strategic leadership to the teams that deliver front-line Child in Need and Child Protection services, guiding processes from initial assessment to care proceedings. You will ensure compliance with both local and national legislation, maintaining high standards of service delivery. Your expertise in children's social care and effective people management will be key as you oversee four teams composed of Team Managers and front-line social care professionals.<br><br>You will lead your teams by monitoring practice, managing processes, and overseeing data management to ensure our Local Authority meets statutory requirements while addressing the health and wellbeing needs of the children in our care. A thorough understanding of relevant legislation and policy application is essential, along with a proven track record of achieving positive outcomes for children and young people. This knowledge will be critical for promoting high-performance within social care practices.<br><br>The successful candidate should demonstrate the following competences (not limited to:):<br><br>Qualified Social Worker with a Social Work Degree or recognised qualification, registered with Social Work England, the relevant governing body.<br>Significant experience at team manager level (ideally 4 years), with demonstrable experience of frontline safeguarding practice. <br>Leadership skills and social care expertise to grow and develop your service in accordance with changing needs and policy.<br>Excellent communication, analytical and organisational skills, with the ability to have relevant understanding of social work practice as defined within Children Act 1989 and Working Together 2023.<br><br>Our strong, accessible, and supportive management culture, led by our Service Managers, is essential in creating a positive team environment that promotes regular supervision and encourages continuous professional development for staff. Join us on this journey to create an environment where both the children in our care and our staff can thrive and succeed in their everyday lives.<br><br>For more information about the role and/or an informal conversation, contact Andrea Bryant, Head of Service on andrea.bryant@sutton.gov.uk or 07802 655777<br> <br> Our Offer to You : <br>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.<br><br>In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.<br><br>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li>\n<li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year </li>\n<li> Three volunteering days per year in Sutton </li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Car parking scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul>Application Process : <br>Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.<br><br>To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.<br><br>The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.<br> <br> Additional Information : <br>We pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing\" title=\"Workforce Equalities Report - Highlights\">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.<br><br>We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.<br><br>The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know\">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£56,646 - £65,478 (£67,812 unconsolidated maximum)","publishDate":"2025-04-16T03:12:16.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-13T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/4014d510-f1af-400b-8d9e-f565c1d70ad1.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"5ca41aa0-5c2c-4dee-9248-43f6d5e31ee2","title":"Team Manager - Kinship Team and Supported Lodging Service","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Sutton","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough : <br>In Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ. <br><br>Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.<br><br>All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.<br><br>Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There's also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.<br> <br> About the Service and Team : Children's Social Care at London Borough of Sutton are in the midst of a significant transformation driven by the growing demand for our services. Our focus is on implementing comprehensive changes to elevate the quality of care provided to children and families, while also fostering positive and supportive work environments for our staff. Through strategic recruitment of new leaders and experienced managers, we are infusing innovative ideas and driving meaningful changes throughout our service delivery. Our ultimate aim is to establish ourselves as a leading authority in children's social care, committed to delivering exceptional support that positively impacts the well-being of our community and provides an inclusive, diverse and stable workforce. <br> About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : <br> We are looking to recruit a dynamic and conscientious individual to join the Kinship Assessment Team and Family Home for Independent Living (Supported Lodging) Scheme as Team Manager - Children's Social Care. <br><br> Key elements of the role are:<ul>\n<li> Effective team management and oversight </li>\n<li> Delivery of high quality, reflective supervision </li>\n<li> Compliance and Quality assurance </li>\n<li> Performance Management </li>\n<li> Effective management and delivery of change </li>\n</ul>As a Team Manager reporting to the Service Manager, you will lead the Kinship Team and Supported Lodging Service, ensuring effective service delivery within timelines and budget. You will model best practices, ensure compliance with statutory requirements, and guide your team through complex procedural matters while supporting their professional development. You will manage a dedicated group of at least four social workers, delivering high-quality support to kinship and Special Guardians. Your team will assess connected persons during care proceedings and provide ongoing assistance to approved carers. We value each staff member and promote leadership and exemplary practice. <br><br> You will assist the Service Manager in fostering a learning culture through supervision, mentoring, and sharing knowledge. Working within relevant frameworks, you will help reduce the need for services and promote independence. This fast-paced role requires collaboration with stakeholders, including social workers, Youth Offending Teams, and independent providers, to address the needs of vulnerable children and young people <br><br> Additionally, you will oversee the Sutton Supported Lodging Scheme (Family Homes for Independent Living), designed to provide a family environment for young people aged 16 and over who require extra support to reach their potential. You will lead staff, ensure young people's needs are met, manage budgets, and maintain a safe environment while liaising with external agencies. <br><br> For more information about the role and/or an informal conversation, view the Role Profile or contact Geeta Rath, Service Lead - geeta.rath@sutton.gov.uk or <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@sutton.gov.uk\">recruitment@sutton.gov.uk</a> <br><br> The ideal candidate will possess advanced knowledge and experience in managing a team, along with a solid understanding of legislation pertaining to children looked after and care leavers. Strong leadership and management skills are essential, as is the ability to motivate and support your team effectively. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are vital for building relationships with stakeholders. Additionally, you should be capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines while working under pressure. A commitment to early intervention and prevention is also crucial for success in this role <br><br> We expect all suitable candidates to demonstrate the following competences:.<ul>\n<li> Having a social work qualification and current registration with Social Work England </li>\n<li> A minimum of 3 years post qualification and management experience, demonstrating the development of an advanced level of knowledge </li>\n<li> Experience and skill in leading multi-agency planning groups involving stakeholders, partners, parents, carers & colleagues e.g placement stability meetings, placement consultation/planning meetings </li>\n<li> Experience of management within children's social care services with specific knowledge and interest in Special Guardianship and Connected Persons </li>\n<li> Experience of working with and managing support lodging. </li>\n<li> Excellent written, verbal, communication and analytical skills as well as an ability to build relationships with practitioners, families and partners. </li>\n</ul>Our Offer to You : <br>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.<br><br>In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.<br><br>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li>\n<li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year </li>\n<li> Three volunteering days per year in Sutton </li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Car parking scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul>Application Process : <br>Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.<br><br>To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.<br><br>The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.<br> <br> Additional Information : <br>We pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing\" title=\"Workforce Equalities Report - Highlights\">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.<br><br>We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.<br><br>The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know\">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£47,532 - £55,620 (£57,663 unconsolidated maximum)","publishDate":"2025-04-16T03:12:16.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-06T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/928f0c0d-c67f-42f8-ab87-77590108024f.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"5d366b84-8b80-44a7-9778-6c222ffc5972","title":"Reserve Driver","employer":"Reigate & Banstead Borough Council","department":"","location":"Earlswood","locationType":3,"description":"<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong>Job Title: </strong>Reserve Driver<br><strong>Location of work:</strong> Earlswood Depot<br><strong>Salary: </strong>£35,157.50 - £35,906.25 (dependent on experience)<strong> </strong><br><strong>Basis: </strong>Full time, Permanent 45 hours per week                                                                      </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">About the Role:</strong><br class=\"customHTML\">We are looking to recruit someone with a full HGV Class 2/C & E driving licence to help us cover a variety of duties within Refuse & Recycling. You will be working towards or willing to undertake CPC training.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">As a Reserve Driver you will undertake the collection of waste and recycling within the borough of Reigate and Banstead. It is essential you have a flexible approach to the work and hours. Your main duty will be driving for us although when required, you must be willing to work as a loader covering any service within the Neighbourhood Services team.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Some of the duties include:</p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Undertake either working alone or as part of a team, the collection of Waste and Recycling services at a variety of locations throughout the Borough.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Use the waste management systems (Bartec) to complete rounds and report issues.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Receive instructions regarding exempt collections, special arrangements and specific collection points and ensuring these are carried out.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">When disposing of Waste, abide by the rules set out by the allocated transfer station.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Advise the public on the Borough’s Refuse, Recycling and Cleansing regime where necessary.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">If no driving duties are available, undertake loading duties and undertake ad hoc duties as required, within the scope of the job.</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">About the Person:</strong></p>\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Full clean driving licence. </li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">You will have the commitment to start the day at 6am and work a 45-hour week Monday to Friday.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Willing to train and supervise a small team.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Have up to date customer care skills</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">A high level of health and safety awareness</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Able to deal with a physically demanding job, working outdoors in all weathers.</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Staff Benefits</strong><br class=\"customHTML\">In exchange for your expertise, experience, and enthusiasm, we will offer support in continuing your personal and career development, in addition to providing a wide range of employment linked benefits.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">We provide you with competitive annual leave, and contribute 15% towards the LGPS pension scheme. You will also have access to a range of discounts including local and high street stores, and salary sacrifice schemes including a cycle lease scheme, and ‘Better’ leisure centre membership.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Additional Information</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">For an informal discussion about the role, please call Operations Manager, Bob Wiggins on 01737 276224 or 07974 325140</span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, supporting the guaranteed interview scheme for disabled and ex-armed forces candidates, who meet the essential criteria for the role.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Closing date:</strong> Sunday 11 May at 23:59*</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Interview date:</strong> TBC</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Values and Behaviours</strong><br class=\"customHTML\">Our great working environment and the values and behaviours of every individual and team in the Council, help to evolve the culture of our organisation to become more commercial, innovative and embracing of change.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Successful applicants to our career opportunities will be able to demonstrate they share the values and behaviours we seek in our organisation.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">See <a href=\"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/jobs/8b952a9a-1591-42a7-a197-d13421a0f336#sign-in-required\">'Who we are'</a> as a council, to find out more about us.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">*On the occasions where we have high volumes of applicants, some roles may close earlier than the advertised end date in order for us to manage all of the applicants appropriately.</span></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£35,157.50 - £35,906.25 (dependent on experience)","publishDate":"2025-04-15T09:24:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-11T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/27384626-b010-4bf0-b461-df661ed27561.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2f881bbd-2262-435c-9db9-f9cd0cf6a0ea","title":"Senior Pensions Officer ( Benefits Processing|","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Sutton","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough : <br> Joining us, you get to work for not just one high performing London Borough, but two. <br><br> Sutton and Kingston councils have a number of shared services serving both authorities, with some teams and roles more focussed on one Council than the other, but the majority are shared across both, meaning you get multiple opportunities to learn from a wider pool of activities and two different political bodies. <br><br> We work flexibly in both Sutton and Kingston offices, and support working at home or flexible working patterns that enable you to tailor your working and personal life. We provide the equipment and tools to enable you to work flexibly, and in return ask you to use that flexibility to be creative and ambitious in the services we deliver. <br><br> There are some really exciting things happening in both Sutton and Kingston. We are developing the London Cancer Hub, a world leading cancer research and treatment hub that will bring together professionals from across different sectors to identify and test new treatments and therapies. We are undertaking the largest housing regeneration programme ever delivered in Kingston, building new energy efficient housing that will transform some of our oldest Council owned housing. Both boroughs have publicly committed to doing what they can to tackle the climate emergency and are investing in new technologies and societal change that will help bring carbon emissions down and improve our climate impact. <br><br> You should choose Sutton and Kingston if you are looking for an opportunity that will challenge you to deliver more, support you to achieve personal ambitions, and expect you to put borough residents at the heart of what you do. <br><br> Sutton is a well connected attractive part of London that has a reputation for excellent schools, green and leafy open spaces, and a history that drives a thriving heritage and culture offer through our museums and libraries. The Council is controlled by a long established Liberal Democrat Administration and has high ambitions set out in its corporate plan \"Ambitious for Sutton\", that will ensure Sutton remains a great place to live, work and raise a family. The Council plays a leading role in a number of local partnerships and places great emphasis on engaging effectively with its residents, listening to local voices and making their message heard across London Government. <br><br> Kingston is a beautiful Royal borough with a historic setting on the banks of the Thames with excellent schools and a bustling retail centre, all surrounded by open green spaces such as Richmond Park and Bushey Park, former recreation grounds for Tudor Kings and Queens. The Council is controlled by a Liberal Democrat Administration and has a council plan \"Greener, Fairer, Safer, Together\", that sets out a vision to be a vibrant, diverse and inclusive borough where residents are active, empowered, engaged and able to remain independent and resilient. The Council engages with residents through a number of forums and events through the year, and like Sutton plays a leading role in developing the South West Region of London. <br> <br> About the Service and Team : <br> This position is open to HYBRID /REMOTE WORKING <br><br> The role would be regarded as 'front line' service delivery. To provide information to members and employers on the Local Government Pensions Scheme, for the shared pension service, within the Benefits processing team for LB of Sutton / Royal Borough of Kingston. Deliver service activities and manage small caseloads under the supervision of more experienced staff, for members/ employers. <br> <br> About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : <br> As a Senior Pensions Officer, you would work with a number of other senior pension Officers and pension officers /administrators covering all part of the Local Government Pension regulations dealing with:- <br><br> Transfers <br><br> Retirements <br><br> Deaths <br><br> Divorce <br><br> The successful candidate would need experience and a skills set in these areas. <br> <br> Our Offer to You : <br> As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team. <br><br> In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. <br><br> Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li> Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) </li>\n<li> Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only) </li>\n<li> Three volunteering days per year in Sutton or Kingston </li>\n<li> Comprehensive learning and development programme </li>\n<li> Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities </li>\n<li> Interest free season ticket loans </li>\n<li> Local Government Pension Scheme </li>\n<li> Car parking scheme </li>\n<li> Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme </li>\n<li> Zip car scheme </li>\n<li> Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses </li>\n<li> Confidential wellbeing and counselling support </li>\n<li> Subsidised gym membership </li>\n</ul>Application Process : Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. <br><br> The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. <br> Additional Information : <br> We pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing\" title=\"Workforce Equalities Report - Highlights\">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. <br><br> We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda. <br><br> The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know\">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£37,068 - £43,299 (£45,510 unconsolidated maximum)","publishDate":"2025-04-15T03:01:44.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-06T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/9bcce5b7-3502-43b7-8fdd-ef32f9dc3049.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"ea153625-c100-4d25-9d6f-5c1f1d9ea328","title":"Pensions Administrator","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Sutton","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough : <br> Joining us, you get to work for not just one high performing London Borough, but two. <br><br> Sutton and Kingston councils have a number of shared services serving both authorities, with some teams and roles more focussed on one Council than the other, but the majority are shared across both, meaning you get multiple opportunities to learn from a wider pool of activities and two different political bodies. <br><br> We work flexibly in both Sutton and Kingston offices, and support working at home or flexible working patterns that enable you to tailor your working and personal life. We provide the equipment and tools to enable you to work flexibly, and in return ask you to use that flexibility to be creative and ambitious in the services we deliver. <br><br> There are some really exciting things happening in both Sutton and Kingston. We are developing the London Cancer Hub, a world leading cancer research and treatment hub that will bring together professionals from across different sectors to identify and test new treatments and therapies. We are undertaking the largest housing regeneration programme ever delivered in Kingston, building new energy efficient housing that will transform some of our oldest Council owned housing. Both boroughs have publicly committed to doing what they can to tackle the climate emergency and are investing in new technologies and societal change that will help bring carbon emissions down and improve our climate impact. <br><br> You should choose Sutton and Kingston if you are looking for an opportunity that will challenge you to deliver more, support you to achieve personal ambitions, and expect you to put borough residents at the heart of what you do. <br><br> Sutton is a well connected attractive part of London that has a reputation for excellent schools, green and leafy open spaces, and a history that drives a thriving heritage and culture offer through our museums and libraries. The Council is controlled by a long established Liberal Democrat Administration and has high ambitions set out in its corporate plan \"Ambitious for Sutton\", that will ensure Sutton remains a great place to live, work and raise a family. The Council plays a leading role in a number of local partnerships and places great emphasis on engaging effectively with its residents, listening to local voices and making their message heard across London Government. <br><br> Kingston is a beautiful Royal borough with a historic setting on the banks of the Thames with excellent schools and a bustling retail centre, all surrounded by open green spaces such as Richmond Park and Bushey Park, former recreation grounds for Tudor Kings and Queens. The Council is controlled by a Liberal Democrat Administration and has a council plan \"Greener, Fairer, Safer, Together\", that sets out a vision to be a vibrant, diverse and inclusive borough where residents are active, empowered, engaged and able to remain independent and resilient. The Council engages with residents through a number of forums and events through the year, and like Sutton plays a leading role in developing the South West Region of London. <br> <br> About the Service and Team : <br> Pensions section <br><br> This role is within the Benefits processing section for the LB of Sutton/Royal Borough of Kingston shared service. The position is to cover mainly the pensions mail box, that receives a large number of emails daily from members and employers. Also to cover other administration work <br> <br> About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : <br> Answer the team telephone <br><br> Indexing incoming post <br><br> Managing the teams email box <br><br> Ability to prioritise workloads to deadlines <br><br> Good communication skills are essential ( verbal/written) <br><br> No qualifications, or experience necessary, as training will be given. <br> <br> Our Offer to You : <br> As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team. <br><br> In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. <br><br> Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li> Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) </li>\n<li> Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only) </li>\n<li> Three volunteering days per year in Sutton or Kingston </li>\n<li> Comprehensive learning and development programme </li>\n<li> Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities </li>\n<li> Interest free season ticket loans </li>\n<li> Local Government Pension Scheme </li>\n<li> Car parking scheme </li>\n<li> Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme </li>\n<li> Zip car scheme </li>\n<li> Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses </li>\n<li> Confidential wellbeing and counselling support </li>\n<li> Subsidised gym membership </li>\n</ul>Application Process : Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. <br><br> The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. <br> Additional Information : <br> We pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing\" title=\"Workforce Equalities Report - Highlights\">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. <br><br> We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda. <br><br> The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know\">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£28,521 - £30,189 (£30,630 unconsolidated maximum)","publishDate":"2025-04-15T03:01:44.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-05T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/2b538222-de98-41a2-9373-f2704cd57d02.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"c989c939-631b-4e03-bde2-1b21fc211050","title":"Caretaker / Cleaner / Driver","employer":"Reigate & Banstead Borough Council","department":"","location":"Horley Community Centre","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Job Title: </strong>Caretaker / Cleaner / Driver<br><strong>Location of work: </strong>Horley Community Centre - Horley<br><strong>Salary: </strong>£23,685- £24,714 per annum pro rata<br><strong>Basis: </strong>12 Hours per week, Permanent</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>The postholder will be required to work as part of the team at the Centre in the role of caretaker and cleaner, as well as assisting with general tasks when required. They will be responsible for ensuring the building and its surroundings are kept clean, tidy and in good condition. They will be responsible for setting up rooms for different bookings, often with short room turnaround times. They will have a flexible approach and be a strong team player.</p>\n<p>The hours of work will vary depending on lettings, to include evenings and weekend working when required and cover for other caretaker’s annual leave and sickness when required.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Responsibilities of role:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>To maintain the building and surroundings to high standard of cleanliness and decoration. Responsible for keeping the car parking areas free of litter, the garden tidy and maintained.</li>\n<li>To prepare the Centre for the various lettings as directed and remain on site during the lettings.</li>\n<li>To transport older people from their homes to the centre (and return) and to other destinations listed on the schedules prepared.</li>\n<li>To prepare refreshment trollies if required by hirers.</li>\n<li>To make the Centre ready for the next day after the lettings.</li>\n<li>To be conversant with and regularly test the fire and security system. To be a key holder and be available to open and close the Centre when required and ensure that it is left secure when not in use.</li>\n<li>To provide assistance to Centre users to ensure their comfort, safety and welfare.</li>\n<li>To undertake simple DIY tasks and decorating.</li>\n<li>To be able to instruct hirers in the use of Centre equipment.</li>\n<li>To monitor supplies, place orders, accept and check deliveries and arrange neat, safe storage.</li>\n<li>To assist the manager as required in all things to ensure the good running of the Centre.</li>\n<li>Be committed to customer care and take pride in helping to provide a happy and well-run facility as a strong team player.</li>\n<li>To be willing to work at other Centres on an ad hoc basis should the need for cover arise.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Behaviours:  </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>You will be highly motivated and capable.</li>\n<li>Are capable of working well on your own and as be a supportive member of a team.</li>\n<li>Adaptable to the task in hand and willing to learn.</li>\n<li>You are confident to make process improvement suggestions where necessary.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Staff Benefits </strong></p>\n<p>In exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasm, we will offer support in continuing your personal and career development, in addition to providing a wide range of employment linked benefits.</p>\n<p>We provide you with competitive annual leave and contribute 15% towards the LGPS pension scheme. You will also have access to a range of discounts including local and high street stores, and salary sacrifice schemes including a cycle lease scheme, and ‘Better’ leisure centre membership. 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