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Working closely with Assistant Team Managers, you will drive performance, ensuring the right plans are in place so that services and interventions are provided for children and families.</p>\n<p>Working effectively as part of a management team, you will have strong assessment and analytical skills with a well-developed understanding of assessment, planning and intervention.</p>\n<h3>About the team…</h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council we take our corporate parenting responsibility seriously and you will be the lead for the Children Looked After team and Care Leaving team.</p>\n<p>The Children Looked After team and Care Leaving team are stable and established teams of Social Workers and Personal Advisors who have a passion to support our young people to reach their potential. They work collaboratively with multi-agency groups, dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families. With a strong focus on providing both high support and high challenge, the teams enable you to deliver your best to the families who need it most.</p>\n<p>The teams focus on longer term intervention.  Following transfer from our Family Safeguarding teams we undertake statutory social work interventions, including statutory visits, Children Looked After reviews and Pathway Plan reviews.</p>\n<p>We are a small, welcoming and friendly Local Authority. We are proud of our connected and inclusive culture, with a strong focus on wellbeing, which provides our workforce with a strong sense of belonging.</p>\n<p>Our leadership team is visible, available and approachable. </p>\n<p>Everything we do in Children’s Social Care is about improving the life chances of Bracknell’s children, put simply, we change lives for the better.</p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>\n<p>You will be supported:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>To manage a team of staff.</li>\n<li>To provide high quality, reflective supervision (in line with the supervision policy) including providing feedback and analysis of performance.</li>\n<li>To lead on panel meetings, professional meetings and other forums, working together with partner agencies to conclude with safe and proportionate plans for children and young people.</li>\n<li>To undertake regular reviews of, and track, performance data, completing audits and contributing to audit programmes and frameworks.</li>\n<li>To promote listening to children and young people at every opportunity, ensuring their views are heard, recorded and acted upon in an appropriate and timely manner.</li>\n<li>To actively engage with parents and carers so that their views contribute to service improvement including responding to complaints and feedback.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our benefits… </h3>\n<ul>\n<li>28 days* increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>\n<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. </li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. </li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme).</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. </li>\n<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities. </li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans. </li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. </li>\n<li>Supermarket discount. </li>\n</ul>\n<p>*(pro rata for part time)</p>\n<h3>Our Values</h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you’re excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we’d love to hear from you. </p>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.</p>\n<h3>Interview date </h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on 25<sup>th</sup> February 2025.</p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the leadership team our workforce and experience our work environment.</p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h3>Want to ask us a question? </h3>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact: </p>\n<p>Peter Hodges - Head of Service, Life Chances</p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto:Peter.Hodges@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">Peter.Hodges@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. 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You will also have good customer service skills and the confidence to deal with difficult situations. You will be able to lift and undertake heavy manual tasks and be familiar with working outdoors. Experience of ground equipment maintenance would be an advantage along with a sound knowledge of risk management. Relevant qualifications i.e. PA1/PA6, LANTRA base machine operations would be desirable, but training will be available for the right person. You will need to be approachable with good public relations skills and the ability to work in a team.</p>\n<p><br>Candidates must be willing to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the job.</p>\n<p>Closing Date: Midnight 28th February 2025. 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Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.</div>\n<div>\n<br>Brent’s Cabinet is setting new records on representation, with the highest number of women of any Cabinet in London, and reflective of the diverse communities they represent. The Cabinet are already pursuing a far-reaching agenda to unlock growth and deliver change, as set out in the Borough Plan and Brent Labour Manifesto.<br> </div>\n<div><strong>The Post</strong></div>\n<p>We are recruiting for a Cabinet Officer role, which will be at the heart of Brent Council in the Leader’s Office, helping the Cabinet with executive support, policymaking, and communications.<br><br>You will:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Provide a full range of executive support services to at least four Cabinet Members, assisting in the preparation of agendas, reports and action taking as required.</li>\n<li>Provide diary management, forward planning, and sourcing research to ensure Cabinet Members are fully briefed on key issues in their portfolios. </li>\n<li>Manage casework responses on behalf of Cabinet Members relating to their portfolio areas, ensuring enquiries are dealt with effectively, respectfully and tactfully.</li>\n<li>Build strong internal networks to facilitate the effective relationships between Cabinet and the Corporate Management Team (CMT).</li>\n<li>Support Cabinet Members to communicate their priorities to external stakeholders.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>You will have unparalleled exposure to the senior politicians and sector-leading council officers, with the ability to be a part of key decisions at every turn.</p>\n<p>Alongside your primary responsibilities, there is significant scope for development within the role, with potential to build a portfolio of policy expertise and support projects contributing to the council’s corporate priorities.</p>\n<div><strong>The Person</strong></div>\n<p>The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator, at ease with senior politicians and officers, and with a strong interest in policymaking. It comes with the territory that you must be highly organised if you are to support multiple Cabinet Members, as well as having an eye for the details that can make or break a political career. By its very nature, you will need to be able to navigate and negotiate through situations which are complex, confidential and sensitive.</p>\n<p>Experience is valuable and desirable, but we know that not everyone will have previously worked in a political environment. If you can demonstrate that you understand what local government in London does and how it sits within a political, financial, and legislative context, we want to hear from you.</p>\n<p>If you would like an informal conversation about what the role entails, please contact: <a href=\"mailto:Alex.Freeman@brent.gov.uk\">Alex.Freeman@brent.gov.uk</a> </p>\n<div>Closing date: 19 February 2025 (23:59)<br> </div>\n<div><strong>Additional Information </strong></div>\n<div>\n<p><strong>If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the \"Apply Now\" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still provide a supporting statement.</strong></p>\n</div>\n<div>\n<p>Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.</p>\n</div>\n<div>We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>The information we collect from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas and your data protection rights, can be found <a href=\"https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn\">here</a>.<br> </div>\n<div>Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including “non-visible” disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. 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This may include home visits, activities or structured work to support them to fulfil their potential <br><br> - You will build professional and positive relationships with the child and their family so as to enable change and prevent the child from any offending behaviour <br><br> - You will carry out group work activities as required in schools and/or in the community with young people and their family <br><br> This role offers hybrid working and is based at The Quad, Green Wrythe Lane, Carshalton SM5 1JW.<br><br><strong> About the candidate </strong><br><br> We are looking for dynamic, passionate and creative staff who have experience of working with challenging young people. You will be able to engage with children with a trauma background who may not be trusting or initially keen to work with you. Your engagement skills will be flexible and adaptable and we need staff who are willing to persist where needed to gain the trust of families. <br><br> Ideally you will have experience of whole family working and be able to work with parents and carers too as well as coordinate multi-agency meetings and team around the family meetings when needed. <br><br> Your writing and analytical skills will be good and you will be able to write assessments taking into account the whole family needs as well as that of the child and identify what needs to change alongside positives. <br><br><strong>About Us</strong> <br> <br> The Youth Justice Service sits within early help, the adolescent team and the schools team and carried out vital work to support young people. You will be based at the quad in Carshalton as part of a vibrant, innovative and caring service which values its staff and strives to be an outstanding service for young people. You will benefit from flexible and hybrid working arrangements and a trusting environment with managers who understand the needs of the service as well as individuals. <br><br> The purpose is to work with young people as part of early intervention to support them by building positive relationships and meeting the needs of our out of court service. <br><br> You will expected to work intensively with your caseload and manage your work accordingly writing up assessments, plans and reviews for all cases. <br><br><strong>Our Offer To You</strong> <br> <br>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.<br><br>In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps.<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>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><strong>Application Process</strong> <br> <br>Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.<br><br>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><strong>Additional Information</strong> <br> <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>#LI-JT<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><strong>Important Information - Criminal Records</strong> <br> This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory result to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) helps employers make safer recruitment decisions and prevent unsuitable people from working with vulnerable groups, including children. It replaces the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) and Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA). <br> <strong>Job Profile</strong> <br> <a class=\"file_application_pdf\" href=\"https://kingston-sutton-jobs.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-4/brand-7/spa-1/candidate/download_file_opp/3383/105858/1/0/382a9cd093aa70339f39cc8ecfad06cd03fc7618\"> Specialist Support Worker Role Profile.pdf - 199KB Opens in a new window </a>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£37,068 - £43,299 (£45,510 unconsolidated maximum)","publishDate":"2025-02-05T03:02:15.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-23T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/9f42c0ed-5ef0-4a40-8ead-0aa1a9fd7b23.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"800b0e11-62e9-4c73-9d96-c05641529df5","title":"Family Hub Administrator","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"The Family Hubs, Bracknell, United Kingdom","locationType":2,"description":"<div class=\"flex-shrink-0 flex flex-col relative items-end\">\n<div class=\"pt-0\">\n<div class=\"gizmo-bot-avatar flex h-8 w-8 items-center justify-center overflow-hidden rounded-full\">\n<div class=\"relative p-1 rounded-sm flex items-center justify-center bg-token-main-surface-primary text-token-text-primary h-8 w-8\">We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for a proactive administrator with experience in working with families and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong awareness and commitment to equal opportunities and diversity, safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We are looking for someone who is patient, approachable and able to maintain professionalism and confidentiality at all times, while also recognising the importance of professional empathy when the situation requires it.</div>\n<h3 class=\"relative p-1 rounded-sm flex items-center justify-center bg-token-main-surface-primary text-token-text-primary h-8 w-8\">About the team...</h3>\n<p>We are a dedicated and fast paced team working across three Family Hubs and a Youth Hub. We work closely with schools, Children's Social Care, Health Services and the Third Sector, to contribute to the best possible outcomes for children, young people and their families. You will have a big impact on what we do and you will be trusted to take ownership of your work. The role is varied, fast paced, sometimes challenging with the opportunity to develop creative and innovative solutions.</p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>To provide a well organised and efficient business support to the service.</li>\n<li>To support users of the family and youth hubs and signpost them to other professionals/agencies when required.</li>\n<li>To maintain the accuracy of office and council systems including data input, minute taking, hub room bookings and financial records.</li>\n<li>To ensure services are advertised, promoted and updated through digital means.</li>\n<li>To be part of the service’s duty system which includes responding to telephone, online and in person enquiries.</li>\n<li>To support and maintain a clean, warm, safe and welcoming environment within all hubs.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our benefits… </h3>\n<ul>\n<li>25 days* increasing to 28 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>\n<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. </li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. </li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. </li>\n<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities. </li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans. </li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. </li>\n<li>Supermarket discount. </li>\n</ul>\n<p>*(pro rata for part time)</p>\n<h3>Our Values</h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you’re excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we’d love to hear from you. </p>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.</p>\n<h3>Interview date </h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on 28<sup>th</sup> February 2025. </p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment. </p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h3>Want to ask us a question? </h3>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact;</p>\n<p>Name: Sam Castle</p>\n<p>Job Title: Early Help Administrator Team Leader</p>\n<p>Phone Number: 01344 352478</p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.</p>\n<p><strong>We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. </strong></p>\n<p>Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.</p>\n<p>No agencies please.  </p>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£25,889 - £29,330 FTE (inclusive of £706 London Weighting)","publishDate":"2025-02-04T15:14:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-20T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/8a54692f-72c4-4528-85c0-33a656b35c7c.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"46e19f7c-3b4c-4a7d-872a-25e65c36fbe2","title":"Housing Options Initial Assessment Officer","employer":"Brent Council","department":"","location":"Brent Civic Centre, Engineers Way, Wembley, Middlesex","locationType":2,"description":"<p>An excellent opportunity…</p>\n<div>Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.</div>\n<p><strong>The Post</strong></p>\n<p>The post holder will be part of the busy Housing Options Service, providing a proactive service and giving advice to families and pregnant people with housing related problems in accordance with current legislation and code of guidance, identifying those who are already homeless or at risk of homelessness within 56 days.</p>\n<p>We are looking for a dynamic, self-motivated individual who can adapt to the changing needs of the service. As an Initial Assessment Officer, you will have a keen eye for detail and will take every opportunity to prevent homelessness<strong>.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Principal Accountabilities and Responsibilities:</strong></p>\n<ol>\n<li>To be the first point of contact for all new enquiries into the service and to conduct an initial assessment of the approaching household.</li>\n<li>To ascertain a household’s risk of homelessness at first point of contact.</li>\n<li>To provide early intervention assistance to those at risk of homelessness but not within 56 days.</li>\n<li>To undertake case work as necessary to complete triage assessment of cases.</li>\n<li>Seek information from landlords/lenders/relatives and other agencies to assist the Housing Options Officers in preventing or relieving homelessness.</li>\n<li>Support the Housing Options Officers in monitoring Personal Housing Plans, including contacting customers for updates.</li>\n<li>To co-ordinate and provide responses to all general housing queries including emails</li>\n<li>To provide general advice and assistance in the following areas: homelessness, security of tenure, harassment and illegal eviction, disrepair, money management, benefits, relationship breakdown,</li>\n<li>Empowering individuals to find their own solution to their housing crisis, drawing on the assistance provided by the Housing Options Team</li>\n<li>Helping people to understand the rented housing market, keeping up-to-date with Local Housing Allowance, benefit changes, and opportunities</li>\n<li>Conducting home visits to appropriate locations both inside and outside of the borough, as and when is necessary, to assist in the investigation of households circumstances.</li>\n<li>Having good understanding of the issues affecting affordability of housing including accurate understanding of benefits, benefit tapers, welfare reforms (current and proposed) and geography</li>\n<li>Maintaining up to date knowledge of the different housing options available to service users seeking accommodation and systems of access to housing of all types including; the private rented sector and intermediate housing schemes.</li>\n<li>Maintaining accurate written and computer records, reports, & other monitoring information as required in connection with the various duties undertaken, and keep other records necessary to provide an adequate management information database.</li>\n<li>Organising and administering a case load, identifying priorities and deadlines and ensuring systematic progress is made on each case.</li>\n<li>Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and all employees are required to act in such a way that at all times safeguards the health and wellbeing of children and vulnerable adults.</li>\n<li>Carry out duties with due regard to the Council’s Customer Care, Equal Opportunities,</li>\n</ol>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£33,912 - £35,982. inc. 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The course will start in January 2026 as part of the 9th cohort funded by the Department for Education.</p>\n<p>A bursary is available of £21,995, paid in 15 monthly instalments of £1,466.33.</p>\n<div class=\"group/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words text-start [.text-message+&]:mt-5\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p>To apply for this role, you will need to have experience of voluntary or paid work with children, young people and families and will need to demonstrate your maturity and emotional resilience. Additionally:</p>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<ul>\n<li>A minimum 2.2 degree qualification (level 6) in any discipline except social work from a UK higher education institution, or an approved overseas equivalent. Final year students are not eligible. You must have completed your degree programme to apply.</li>\n<li>GCSEs in English or English Language at grade C/grade 4 or above (or an approved equivalent).</li>\n<li>A minimum of 6 months full-time (or equivalent) direct experience of working with vulnerable children, young people and/or families/carers or vulnerable adults, either in a paid or voluntary capacity.</li>\n<li>To show evidence of your qualifications (such as certificates). Please ensure that you have the relevant electronic versions to upload these to the application portal.</li>\n<li>To live in England and have the right to live and study in the UK (including access to public funds).</li>\n<li>To complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Application is not through the usual university route, you need to apply through the Department of Education website and the application window is open from 17th February (you can register an expression of interest prior to that date) and closes at midday on 25<sup>th</sup> March 2025 <a href=\"https://susw.eu-careers.pocketrecruiter.com/\">Home | Step Up to Social Work</a></p>\n<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role please contact:</p>\n<p>Lin - Step-Up Berkshire Regional Partnership Officer</p>\n<p>Email: stepupto.socialwork@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</p>\n<p>Tel: 01344 352264</p>\n<h3>How to apply</h3>\n<p>Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form. </p>\n<p><a href=\"https://susw.eu-careers.pocketrecruiter.com/\">Home | Step Up to Social Work</a></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Bursary £21,995","publishDate":"2025-02-04T10:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-03-25T12:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/c76bf549-6c6c-40d9-8a50-a96a823b86d9.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"6367468d-d90c-47b0-9846-e18f3ccfce17","title":"Estate Services Gardener","employer":"Peabody","department":"","location":"Southall","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>The vacancy</strong><br><br><strong>We have 2 positions available for an Estate Services Gardener. </strong><br><br>Your typical day could start with carrying out a program of assigned grounds maintenance works in line with published schedules. Then you might be carrying out a range of horticultural activities such as planting summer and winter beds, maintaining hedges, turf maintenance, weed spraying, weeding, and leafing, before heading off to ensure green waste is disposed of in line with company policy and waste management regulations.<br><br>As an<strong> Estate Services Gardener,</strong> you'll be providing a high quality, customer focused grounds service. With a particular focus on maintaining our estates, you'll actively work in partnership with key colleagues to manage effective garden maintenance, developing and improving Peabody's environmental services to residents and ensuring we take full account of residents' needs.<br><br>You're a people person who likes to get things done. You'll enjoy working in an outdoors environment in all weather conditions and you're first rate at general horticultural maintenance. To be successful in this role you'll need to be on site five days a week.<br><br>Your role covers all aspects of environmental services and grounds maintenance. If you're a seasoned professional within horticultural services, then we want to hear from you.<br><br>To be a success in this role, you're:<ul> <li>Able to work in all weathers and in an outdoor environment.</li> <li>Have a full, clean UK driving licence.</li> <li>Experienced in the field of horticulture.</li> <li>Able to demonstrate practical experience in the use of powered equipment.</li>\n</ul><strong>A company van will be provided in order for you to undertake your duties. </strong><br><br>Here are just a few of the benefits of working at Peabody:<ul> <li>30 days' annual holiday, plus bank holidays</li> <li>two additional paid volunteering days each year </li> <li>flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal </li> <li>4 x salary life assurance</li> <li>up to 10% pension contribution</li>\n</ul>This role will require a Basic DBS check. A Full UK driving licence is required.<br><br>Are you ready to apply? <br><br>If you have any questions about this role, please email Talent Specialist, <strong>George Murphy</strong> at <strong>george.murphy@peabody.org.uk</strong><br><br><strong>Interviews will be taking place week commencing 27th January.</strong><br><br>PLEASE NOTE: As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£26,583 per annum","publishDate":"2025-02-04T01:04:54.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-10T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/2e869a84-d614-45cc-b94d-bc539e59cace.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"23957dc5-c03c-41f1-9aec-62093a60be8d","title":"Assistant Team Manager - Family Safeguarding","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"Time Square, Market Street, Bracknell, United Kingdom","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We are looking for an experienced Children's Social Care Assistant Team Manager or aspiring Senior Social Worker, with management and supervisory experience, to join our Family Safeguarding Team, to make a difference to the lives of children and young people.</p>\n<p>You will deputise when required for the Team Manager and work closely alongside them to deliver our vision and strategic values. You will have direct responsibility for social workers, including newly qualified social workers, students and support staff. You will support the Team Manager to drive performance, ensure the right plans are in place and needs lead services and intervention are provided for children and families.</p>\n<p>We will expect you to deputise for the Team Manager when required and support them across a range of areas, including recruitment and retention of staff and the chairing of meetings.</p>\n<p>You will have the ability to build strong relationships, showcasing excellent assessment and analytical skills. With a deep understanding of assessment, planning, and intervention, you will contribute effectively as a key member of the management team.</p>\n<p>Registration with Social Work England is essential, as well as having significant post qualifying experience working with children and families in the statutory sector.</p>\n<h3>About the team…</h3>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council has a nationally recognised practice model – the ‘Family Safeguarding Model’.</p>\n<p>The Family Safeguarding Team is a stable and established multi-agency group of talented professionals who work collaboratively with specialist practitioners in domestic abuse, mental health and substance misuse as part of our embedded family safeguarding approach. Dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families, the team strives to keep families together whenever it is safe to do so. With a strong focus on providing both high support and high challenge, the team enables you to deliver your best to the families who need it most.</p>\n<p>We focus on longer term intervention, following transfer from our front door we undertake statutory social work interventions, including child in need, child protection, CLA and court proceedings.</p>\n<p>We are a small, welcoming and friendly local authority. We are proud of our connected and inclusive culture, with a strong focus on wellbeing which provides our workforce with a strong sense of belonging. Our leadership team is visible, available and approachable. Everything we do in Children’s Social Care is about improving the life chances of Bracknell’s children, put simply, we change lives for the better.</p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>To support the Team Manager with managing a team, including recruitment/retention, induction, training and development, performance support and management, disciplinary/capability, and succession planning.</li>\n<li>Providing high quality, reflective supervision (in line with the supervision policy) including providing feedback and analysis of performance.</li>\n<li>To lead on Strategy Discussions, Child in Need meetings, professional meetings and other forums, working together with partner agencies to conclude with safe and proportionate threshold decision and planning.</li>\n<li>To undertake regular reviews of, and track, performance data alongside the Team Manager. Complete audits and contributing to audit programmes and frameworks.</li>\n<li>To promote listening to children and young people at every opportunity, ensuring their views are heard, recorded and acted upon in an appropriate and timely manner.</li>\n<li>To actively engage with parents and carers so that their views contribute to service improvement, including responding to complaints and feedback.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our benefits… </h3>\n<ul>\n<li>28 days* increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>\n<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. </li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. </li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. </li>\n<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities. </li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans. </li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. </li>\n<li>Supermarket discount. </li>\n<li>Social Work England fees reimbursed. </li>\n</ul>\n<p>*(pro rata for part time)</p>\n<h3>Our Values</h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you’re excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we’d love to hear from you. </p>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.  </p>\n<h3>Interview date </h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on 28<sup>th</sup> February</p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the leadership team our workforce and experience our work environment.</p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h3>Want to ask us a question? </h3>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact: </p>\n<p>Cheryl Perry</p>\n<p>Team Manager</p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto:Cheryl.perry@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">Cheryl.perry@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.</p>\n<p>Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.</p>\n<p>Social Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the Council. </p>\n<p>We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.</p>\n<p>Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.</p>\n<p>No agencies please. </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£56,657 - £59,808 FTE (inclusive of £706 London Weighting and £963 Essential Car User Allowance)","publishDate":"2025-02-03T16:55:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-16T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/c05ec6a2-9099-4d0a-b4c6-c11f2957bf4e.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"3647645a-a847-4b64-8c53-9b62d0e0a9c1","title":"Senior Arboricultural Officer","employer":"Runnymede Borough Council","department":"","location":"Runnymede Borough Council, Multiple sites across the Borough","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Senior Arboricultural Officer<br></strong>£29,696- £36,573 + £4,000<br>37 Hybrid working</p>\n<p><strong>About the role</strong></p>\n<p>The Senior Arboricultural Officer shall</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Manage the delivery of projects, such as the surveying of the Council’s entire tree stock during 2025</li>\n<li>Manage the maintenance of the Council’s tree stock in a safe, affordable and efficient way</li>\n<li>Write reports, and formulate policies and strategies</li>\n<li>Lead on Tenders</li>\n<li>Manage contractors</li>\n<li>Manage Health & Safety for service area</li>\n<li>Manage tree planting</li>\n<li>Manage funding applications</li>\n<li>Manage the tree database</li>\n<li>Supervise one Arboricultural Officer</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>We are looking for someone who is certified to level 4 in arboriculture, with a Lantra tree Inspection qualification and preferably a degree in Forestry management</li>\n<li>With good working knowledge on legislation and best practices on tree management</li>\n<li>Has an established network of contacts within the sector</li>\n<li>Has previous experience in funding applications and tree planting</li>\n<li>And can manage tenders, projects, and contractors</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>About Runnymede</strong></p>\n<p>Runnymede is an ambitious, passionate, and progressive council with a forward- thinking attitude and award-winning departments. As a Borough Council, we are committed to our four core values and goals which we demonstrate through our ongoing policies and projects.  We are always keen to improve our services and welcome innovative and proactive individuals who are open minded and have a positive approach in supporting our vision.</p>\n<p>Our purpose is to ensure all our parks and greenspaces are managed in a safe and sustainable way that promotes their fauna and flora, whilst providing first class recreational facilities to residents and businesses.</p>\n<p>Our goal is simple; to ensure everyone has the opportunity to enjoy their greenspaces and woodlands.</p>\n<p><strong>Benefits</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>28 Days annual leave, plus 8 days bank holidays and 1 extra day at Christmas</li>\n<li>Excellent Pension Scheme, including access to an Advanced Voluntary Contributions</li>\n<li>Free Parking</li>\n<li>Training and development opportunities</li>\n<li>Payment of one professional membership per annum</li>\n<li>Season ticket loan</li>\n<li>UK Healthcare plan after 1 years’ service</li>\n<li>Dental insurance plan after 3 years’ service</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>How to apply</strong></p>\n<p>For more information on the role and to apply please visit: <a href=\"https://www.surreyjobs.info/employers/runnymede-borough-council?ga_client_id=276f5733-80f7-40d7-a069-fcc2b487fc13\">Runnymede Borough Council Jobs | Surrey Jobs</a></p>\n<p>We are passionate about building an inclusive and diverse workforce and we welcome applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds, skills and abilities. If it is difficult for you to apply online, please contact Human Resources at <a href=\"mailto:humanresources@runnymede.gov.uk\">humanresources@runnymede.gov.uk</a> or on 01932 425516 who will be able to assist you.</p>\n<p>For an informal chat about this role please contact Justin Sander, Parks & Green Spaces Manager, on 07350 409823 or justin.sander@runnymede.gov.uk</p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date:             21.02.2025</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview Date(s):      27/28.02.2025</strong></p>\n<p>If you do not hear from us within two weeks from the closing date you have not been successful on this occasion. Thank you for considering Runnymede Borough Council.</p>\n<p><em>Runnymede Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults with care support needs and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You may be requested to present your identification at the interview stage and there will be several checks conducted during the onboarding process inclusive of an enhanced DBS check for specified roles.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£29,696- £36,573 + £4,000","publishDate":"2025-02-03T15:55:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-21T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/79d2d3a0-3de5-40a0-8d06-5fe1c2e5f765.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"39a8a1fb-40f0-4d8b-84e6-cb7e8332dd3f","title":"Senior Green Spaces Officer","employer":"Runnymede Borough Council","department":"","location":"Runnymede Borough Council, Multiple sites across the Borough","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Senior Green Spaces Officer<br></strong>£36,573 - £40,607<br>37 Hybrid working</p>\n<p><strong>About the role</strong></p>\n<p>The Senior Green Spaces Officer shall</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Identify and prioritise projects which will improve and maintain the facilities and biodiversity of our parks and greenspaces</li>\n<li>Collaboratively deliver these projects in a sustainable and innovative way</li>\n<li>with key internal and external stakeholders</li>\n<li>Keeping within budget</li>\n<li>Whilst also managing events within them</li>\n<li>And at all times ensuring health and safety is being followed</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>We are looking for someone with a land / grounds management, conservation or horticulture related qualification</li>\n<li>With Good knowledge and a passion for the management and improvement of green spaces</li>\n<li>Experience in countryside management</li>\n<li>Experience in working with and supervising volunteers</li>\n<li>Knowledge of different types of funding</li>\n<li>And Budget management</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>About Runnymede</strong></p>\n<p>Runnymede is an ambitious, passionate, and progressive council with a forward- thinking attitude and award-winning departments. As a Borough Council, we are committed to our four core values and goals which we demonstrate through our ongoing policies and projects.  We are always keen to improve our services and welcome innovative and proactive individuals who are open minded and have a positive approach in supporting our vision.</p>\n<p>Our purpose is to ensure all our parks and greenspaces are managed in a sustainable way that promotes their fauna and flora, whilst providing first class recreational facilities to residents and businesses</p>\n<p>Our goal is simple, to ensure everyone has the opportunity to enjoy their greenspaces every day of the life</p>\n<p><strong>Benefits</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>28 Days annual leave, plus 8 days bank holidays and 1 extra day at Christmas</li>\n<li>Excellent Pension Scheme, including access to an Advanced Voluntary Contributions</li>\n<li>Free Parking</li>\n<li>Training and development opportunities</li>\n<li>Payment of one professional membership per annum</li>\n<li>Season ticket loan</li>\n<li>UK Healthcare plan after 1 years’ service</li>\n<li>Dental insurance plan after 3 years’ service</li>\n<li>Mileage allowance</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>How to apply</strong></p>\n<p>For more information on the role and to apply please visit: <a href=\"https://www.surreyjobs.info/employers/runnymede-borough-council?ga_client_id=276f5733-80f7-40d7-a069-fcc2b487fc13\">Runnymede Borough Council Jobs | Surrey Jobs</a></p>\n<p>We are passionate about building an inclusive and diverse workforce and we welcome applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds, skills and abilities. If it is difficult for you to apply online, please contact Human Resources at <a href=\"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/users/new.js?original_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jobsgopublic.com%2Fvacancies%2F209969%2Fexternal_links%3Findex%3D2\">humanresources@runnymede.gov.uk</a> or on 01932 425516 who will be able to assist you.</p>\n<p>For an informal chat about this role please contact Justin Sander, Parks & Green Spaces Manager, on 07350 409823 or justin.sander@runnymede.gov.uk</p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date:            23.02.2025</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview Date(s):     27/28.02.2025</strong></p>\n<p>If you do not hear from us within two weeks from the closing date you have not been successful on this occasion. Thank you for considering Runnymede Borough Council.</p>\n<p><em>Runnymede Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults with care support needs and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You may be requested to present your identification at the interview stage and there will be several checks conducted during the onboarding process inclusive of an enhanced DBS check for specified roles.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£36,573 - £40,607","publishDate":"2025-02-03T14:13:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-23T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/5ffcd40b-b1ca-4ce4-b418-faae94e11e8a.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"98d01f69-ded7-44f4-afe2-74546f02a1a1","title":"Kitchen Assistant","employer":"Runnymede Borough Council","department":"","location":"Manor Farm Centre","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Kitchen Assistant<br></strong>£9,264 - £9,591<br>15 hours Fixed Post</p>\n<p><strong>About the role</strong></p>\n<p>We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated person to join our small kitchen team at the Manor Farm Social Centre, Manor Farm Lane, Egham as a kitchen assistant.  We provide high quality day services and activities for the older residents of Runnymede.</p>\n<p>The Centre offers a traditional home cooked meal as well as providing a tea bar with freshly prepared sandwiches, cakes and drinks.  The key duties as a kitchen assistant will be ensuring that kitchen and tea bar areas are kept to a high standard of cleanliness and provide assistance to the Cook and Assistant Cook.</p>\n<p> Although no experience is necessary, as we provide full training, we are looking for someone who is committed to providing a high-quality service and who enjoys working with people.  There is also a requirement for flexibility, as we would expect this person to assist in the covering sickness and holiday.</p>\n<p>Although an enjoyable and rewarding role, kitchen work can be hard work and hot, so must be physically able to work in a commercial kitchen environment.</p>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<p>We are looking for someone with the following qualities:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Basic Literacy and numeracy</li>\n<li>Previous kitchen assistant experience would be desirable</li>\n<li>Organised</li>\n<li>Flexible</li>\n<li>Willing to undertake training</li>\n<li>Able to assist at another centre kitchen when required</li>\n<li>To deputise for other kitchen staff during periods of absence</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>About Runnymede</strong></p>\n<p>Runnymede is an ambitious, passionate, and progressive council with a forward- thinking attitude and award-winning departments. As a Borough Council, we are committed to our four core values and goals which we demonstrate through our ongoing policies and projects.  We are always keen to improve our services and welcome innovative and proactive individuals who are open minded and have a positive approach in supporting our vision. </p>\n<p>At Manor Farm we are passionate about creating a welcoming and supportive environment for the over 55s in our community.  Our mission is to provide quality day services and activities as well as the provision of a 2-course nutritious meal whilst promoting independence, enhancing wellbeing and social interaction.</p>\n<p>As a team we are dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of those we support. We are driven by the belief that everyone attending one of our sites will be in an inclusive and engaging space so they can meet and engage with others.</p>\n<p>This role is the opportunity to work with like minded individuals who care about making a difference in the community. This role has a real purpose to contribute to the health, happiness and quality of life for our centre users. Joining our team means working towards the shared goal of enhancing the lives of older adults through compassionate care and meaningful engagement</p>\n<p><strong>Benefits </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>84 hours, plus 8 days bank holidays and 1 extra day at Christmas</li>\n<li>Excellent Pension Scheme, including access to an Advanced Voluntary Contributions</li>\n<li>Free Parking</li>\n<li>Training and development opportunities</li>\n<li>Cycle to work + further related discounts</li>\n<li>Season ticket loan</li>\n<li>UK Healthcare plan after 1 years’ service</li>\n<li>Dental insurance plan after 3 years’ service</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>How to apply</strong></p>\n<p>For more information on the role and to apply please visit: <a href=\"https://www.surreyjobs.info/employers/runnymede-borough-council?ga_client_id=276f5733-80f7-40d7-a069-fcc2b487fc13\">Runnymede Borough Council Jobs | Surrey Jobs</a></p>\n<p>We are passionate about building an inclusive and diverse workforce and we welcome applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds, skills and abilities. If it is difficult for you to apply online, please contact Human Resources at <a href=\"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/users/new.js?original_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jobsgopublic.com%2Fvacancies%2F209969%2Fexternal_links%3Findex%3D2\">humanresources@runnymede.gov.uk</a> or on 01932 425516 who will be able to assist you.</p>\n<p>For an informal chat about this role please contact Debbie Mooney, Day Services and Halls Manager on 01784 435278 or debra.mooney@runnymede.gov.uk.</p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: Midnight Tuesday 25<sup>th</sup> Feb 2025</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview Date(s): Wednesday 5<sup>th</sup> March 2025</strong></p>\n<p>If you do not hear from us within two weeks from the closing date you have not been successful on this occasion. Thank you for considering Runnymede Borough Council.</p>\n<p><em>Runnymede Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults with care support needs and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You may be requested to present your identification at the interview stage and there will be several checks conducted during the onboarding process inclusive of an enhanced DBS check for specified roles.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£9,264 - £9,591","publishDate":"2025-02-03T11:39:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-25T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/1b3a9674-27d5-4252-89b7-83e8d24c2857.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"8d39d320-e353-4928-90ec-0e5410290411","title":"Senior Social Worker - Learning Disabilities","employer":"Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames","department":"","location":"Kingston","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the Borough</strong> <br> <br>This special place in South West London between the capital and the country has been a Royal borough longer than anywhere else - it is where the first kings of England were crowned.<br><br>Today it is a vibrant and diverse borough, with a long history and strong cultural and community heritage. Kingston's riverside location, fantastic retail offer, historic market place and church, parks and gardens all make Kingston town centre the vibrant space it is, and each of our district town centres (Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth and Chessington) have something unique to offer.<br><br>Situated in Zone 6, Kingston is among the best-connected town centres in London - with direct train links from Kingston and Surbiton stations to Clapham Junction and London Waterloo, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and Tramlink.<br><br>Kingston's people are innovative and entrepreneurial, and have a strong sense of community pride. The borough has been home to great industry and creativity for many years, reflected in assets such as the Rose Theatre, the International Youth Arts Festival and Kingston University, which boasts more new graduate business start-ups than any other.<br><br>We have seen tremendous generosity and compassion within our communities, particularly in response to COVID-19, which is a demonstration of Kingston's key strength. The council offers a strong level of support to vulnerable groups and those who need additional support, which has also increased significantly as a result of the pandemic. Like most places, the average age of our population is rising as more people are living longer, so we are working closely with residents to help them maintain their independence and further improve the cost effectiveness of our service to meet the ongoing rise in demand.<br><br>Kingston is home to people from diverse and interesting cultures and backgrounds, which helps to create the rich sense of community shared across the borough. In particular, Kingston has a large Sri Lankan Tamil community and is home to more people from Korea than any other part of the UK.<br><br><strong>About the Role and our Ideal Candidate</strong> <br> <br> <strong> About the Role </strong> <br><br> An opportunity has arisen for a Social Worker to join as a Senior Social Work Practitioner to assist the senior members to supervise social care staff to effectively manage their casework, oversee the team's duty system, undertake and oversee safeguarding enquiries as well as manage a small complex caseload. <br><br> <strong>Our Ideal Candidate:</strong> <br><br> You would be a qualified social worker registered with Social Work England and have relevant post qualifying experience. You must have excellent communication skills, s ound knowledge of relevant legislation and the ability to form and maintain effective working relationships with people. <br><br> You must also have experience of undertaking adult safeguarding enquiries and demonstrate experience of managing and overseeing high volumes of work. Experience of supervising social care staff would be an advantage. <br><br> The main responsibilities of the post will be:<ul>\n<li> To carry a caseload of complex cases, including those where there are high levels of risk. </li>\n<li> To undertake Safeguarding enquiries and oversee management of enquiries by staff </li>\n<li> To provide both formal and informal supervision to other members of the team. </li>\n<li> To assist in the day to day running of the team, and deputise in the absence of the Team Manager and Deputy. </li>\n<li> To be part of the Lead Practitioner group and contribute to service development </li>\n<li> To manage allocations </li>\n<li> To supervise staff </li>\n<li> To be creative/confident in support planning to effectively create care packages and support others to do so </li>\n<li> To share management of the team's duty system. </li>\n</ul><strong>About Us</strong> <br> <br> The Community Learning Disability Team is a very friendly, motivated and dedicated team of Social Care Staff. Our team undertakes care management and safeguarding responsibilities in line with the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and other relevant adult social care legislation and guidance. <br><br> We work closely with a multi-disciplinary health team including Clinical Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, Community Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Counsellors and Behaviour Analysts to support adults with Learning Disabilities and associated complex needs. <br><br> The team also provides a transition service by working closely with Children Social Care and Special Education Needs in line the Children and Families Act 2014 to support young people who would be eligible for adult social care to have a smooth transfer to adult service. <br><br> We support adults and their carers' in a person-centred way to assess their needs and create effective outcome-focused support plans. <br><br> Benefits include:<ul>\n<li> Regular supervision and appraisal </li>\n<li> The opportunity to develop knowledge and skills through further training </li>\n<li> A competitive salary and Local Government Pension Scheme </li>\n<li> A friendly and supportive environment </li>\n<li> Excellent public transport link </li>\n</ul><strong>Our Offer To You</strong> <br> <br>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.<br><br>In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation.<br><br>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li>\n<li>Flexible and agile working arrangements</li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul><strong>Application Process</strong> <br> <br> Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. <br><br> The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. <br><br> We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the 'Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme' at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we're incredibly proud of. <br><br> Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce. <br><br><strong>Additional Information</strong> <br> <br> We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. <br><br> As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. <br><br> We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda. <br><br>We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer and this means that everyone working at the Royal Borough of Kingston, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors and suppliers receive the London Living Wage. The real Living Wage is higher than the government's minimum, or National Living Wage, and is an independently calculated hourly rate of pay that is based on the actual cost of living.<br><br>The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know\">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance.<br><br><strong>Important Information - Criminal Records</strong> <br> This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory result to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) helps employers make safer recruitment decisions and prevent unsuitable people from working with vulnerable groups, including children. It replaces the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) and Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA). <br> <strong>Job Profile</strong> <br> <a class=\"file_application_msword\" href=\"https://kingston-sutton-jobs.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-1/brand-4/spa-1/candidate/download_file_opp/3360/105858/1/0/3fb15b72c718e629cdd2c6abd4cde3c62f407e33\"> Job Profile - ASC Social Worker - 13-06-2018 amended.doc - 103KB Opens in a new window </a> <br> <a class=\"file_application_pdf\" href=\"https://kingston-sutton-jobs.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-1/brand-4/spa-1/candidate/download_file_opp/3360/105858/1/1/3fb15b72c718e629cdd2c6abd4cde3c62f407e33\"> Converted File Job Profile - ASC Social Worker - 13-06-2018 amended.pdf - 101KB Opens in a new window </a>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£45,510 - £50,574","publishDate":"2025-02-01T03:02:09.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-20T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/f2e1f104-4510-4a78-a133-7bd5bc9abae0.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"3106c3ce-85e5-4b66-a8e3-72a9fbc78753","title":"Commercial Manager Facilities Management (Corporate Property)","employer":"Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames","department":"","location":"Kingston","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the Borough</strong> <br> <br>This special place in South West London between the capital and the country has been a Royal borough longer than anywhere else - it is where the first kings of England were crowned.<br><br>Today it is a vibrant and diverse borough, with a long history and strong cultural and community heritage. Kingston's riverside location, fantastic retail offer, historic market place and church, parks and gardens all make Kingston town centre the vibrant space it is, and each of our district town centres (Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth and Chessington) have something unique to offer.<br><br>Situated in Zone 6, Kingston is among the best-connected town centres in London - with direct train links from Kingston and Surbiton stations to Clapham Junction and London Waterloo, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and Tramlink.<br><br>Kingston's people are innovative and entrepreneurial, and have a strong sense of community pride. The borough has been home to great industry and creativity for many years, reflected in assets such as the Rose Theatre, the International Youth Arts Festival and Kingston University, which boasts more new graduate business start-ups than any other.<br><br>We have seen tremendous generosity and compassion within our communities, particularly in response to COVID-19, which is a demonstration of Kingston's key strength. The council offers a strong level of support to vulnerable groups and those who need additional support, which has also increased significantly as a result of the pandemic. Like most places, the average age of our population is rising as more people are living longer, so we are working closely with residents to help them maintain their independence and further improve the cost effectiveness of our service to meet the ongoing rise in demand.<br><br>Kingston is home to people from diverse and interesting cultures and backgrounds, which helps to create the rich sense of community shared across the borough. In particular, Kingston has a large Sri Lankan Tamil community and is home to more people from Korea than any other part of the UK.<br><br><strong>About the Role and our Ideal Candidate</strong> <br> <br> The Commercial Manager (FM) commissions and monitors all FM contracts and reports progress to Board. The post manages the operational FM team and makes changes when required to improve performance. <strong> <br> </strong><strong> </strong> <br><br> The post requires the following<ul>\n<li> Monthly monitoring of KPIs across four contracts </li>\n<li> Ensures that compliance testing targets are met and recorded </li>\n<li> Line manager to the Workplace Manager and Building Services Manager </li>\n<li> Commision new contracts when required working with the Council's procurement team </li>\n<li> Manages the FM budget across all contracts </li>\n<li> Identify, monitor and report on risk </li>\n</ul><strong> About you </strong><ul>\n<li>Experience of working in a similar role working on FM contracts</li>\n<li>Able to work on initiative with minimal supervision</li>\n<li>Experience of commissioning and evaluating FM contracts</li>\n<li>Robust communication skills and experience of working with a number of stakeholder</li>\n<li>Report writing and presenting to senior leadership </li>\n<li>Managerial experience and implementing change to operation staff where necessary</li>\n<li>Strong negotiating skills </li>\n<li>Sound understanding of risk management and reporting</li>\n</ul><strong>About Us</strong> <br> <br> The Facilities Management (FM) Team are responsible for ensuring the Council's corporate property portfolio is maintained and complaint in order to provide safe working environments for staff and visitors. Both soft and hard FM are delivered by external contractors who work closely with the Council's FM team to ensure the smooth delivery of maintenance schedules, reactive repairs, cleaning, security and waste collection. <br><br> The FM Team at the Royal Borough of Kingston maintain and repair a range of corporate buildings that includes Libraries, community centres, offices and leisure facilities. They also provide security and cleaning services across the property portfolio ensuring that buildings are safe and comfortable for staff and visitors. The Commercial Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring that all FM contractors are performing in accordance with contractual obligations. A good understanding of contract planning and reporting is key to ensure all corporate property is compliant and well maintained. Developing strong communication with external contractors and demonstrating confidence to challenge poor performance is paramount for this post. Holding contractors to account where necessary and instigating new processes and procedures when required to improve performance are key requirements for the post. Having an overview of all hard and soft FM activities and implementing reporting processes for the senior leadership team and H&S Board will be a regular task for the Commercial Manager. The post requires an on- site presence to work closely with the council's FM staff as well as the contractors. There is a good working relationship already in place and this post is required to be present to work with all FM staff and build on what is already a well performing and experienced team. The role reports to the Head of Property & FM and will be required to meet weekly to report on progress across all FM contracts. <br><br><strong>Our Offer To You</strong> <br> <br>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.<br><br>In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation.<br><br>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li>\n<li>Flexible and agile working arrangements</li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul><strong>Application Process</strong> <br> <br> Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. <br><br> The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. <br><br> We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the 'Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme' at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we're incredibly proud of. <br><br> Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce. <br><br><strong>Additional Information</strong> <br> <br> We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. <br><br> As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. 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Conducting site investigations, you will assess defects, prepare specifications, estimates, and essential technical documentation.<br><br>You will manage each case from start to finish, ensuring smooth project delivery through regular communication with stakeholders and thorough documentation updates. With a particular focus on overseeing contractors, ensuring all works are completed to a high standard, adhering to contract KPIs and regulatory requirements.<br><br>You'll actively work alongside our Asset Management team to inform long-term maintenance and investment plans and will be available for out-of-hours support on a rotational basis. 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